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Hewlett Packard IPAQ hx2490 Pocket PC

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Sony PRS-600 eBook Reader

From $137.94  |  2 stores
From $97.49  |  4 stores
Product Description
Compact Pocket PC allows you to take your favorite songs, videos and Web sites everywhere. Offers Intel PXA270 processor running at 520MHz, 3.5" transflective TFT display, persistent... More
Compact Pocket PC allows you to take your favorite songs, videos and Web sites everywhere. Offers Intel PXA270 processor running at 520MHz, 3.5" transflective TFT display, persistent store feature in case of battery power loss, 128MB user available memory and 256MB total memory including 192MB ROM and 64MB SDRAM. Stay connected with integrated 802.11b for high-speed wireless access to Internet, e-mail and corporate data solutions. Ensure smooth operation with premium edition of Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 for Pocket PC. Work with Excel charts and PowerPoint. Go faster, using USB 2.0, to enhance file transfer speeds and synchronization between your PC and Windows Mobile-based device. Features integrated microphone, speaker and one 3.5 mm stereo headphone jack, MP3 stereo (through audio jack and speaker). Wirelessly print documents and more to a Bluetooth-enabled printer. Input data using multiple options. See images and slide shows using the HP Image Zone software for Pocket PC. Less
Thinner, smaller and lighter than most magazines, the Reader Touch Edition™ lets you access up to 350 (or more with memory expansion card slots) of your favorite books from anywhere.... More
Thinner, smaller and lighter than most magazines, the Reader Touch Edition™ lets you access up to 350 (or more with memory expansion card slots) of your favorite books from anywhere. The intuitive 6" touchscreen display makes navigation a breeze, letting you turn pages with the swipe of a finger. An included stylus offers freehand highlighting and annotation. With support for multiple file formats including ePub and PDF, you can enjoy books from more places, including The eBook Store from Sony and over one million free public domain titles from Google Books. Less
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Key Features   
Wireless Capabilities   WLAN 802.11b • Bluetooth • Infrared irDA -
Weight 5.8 oz. 10.09 oz.
Installed RAM   64 MB -
Text Formats - BBeB • ePub • PDF • RTF • TXT
Operating System   Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 -
Screen Size 3.5 inch 6 inch
Family Line Hewlett Packard IPAQ -
Type PDA eBook Reader
Technical Features   
Expansion Slot   - Secure Digital (SD) Card Slot • Memory Stick Duo Slot
Input Method   Touch Screen • 5-Way Navigator Touch Screen
Interface Type   - USB 2.0
Display   
Screen Resolution   240 x 320 800 x 600
Color Depth   16-bit (64k colors) 3-bit (8 gray levels)
Display Technology Color TFT LCD Monochrome LCD
Multimedia   
Built-in Music Player   - MP3 Player
Audio Output - Headphone Jack
Battery   
Battery Type   - Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
Dimensions   
Depth 0.6 in. 0.39 in.
Height 4.7 in. 6.86 in.
Width 3 in. 4.76 in.
Warranty   
Warranty - Limited
Miscellaneous   
Release Date - August, 2009
Product ID 36033535 88206956
UPC 882780062832 4905524597974
Product MPN   
MPN FB188AA#ABA PRS600
 
Consumer Reviews
iPAQ hx2490
Hewlett Packard IPAQ hx2490 Pocket PC
From $137.94
Reader Touch Edition™ PRS-600
Sony PRS-600 eBook Reader
From $97.49

Product Review Summary

4.0
Based on 2 user reviews
100% recommend this product
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Consumer Reviews

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iPaking with a Punch

bybigfatdogs May 31, 2008
8 Helpfuls 9 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros slim and powerful
Cons battery power is not the best
Recommended it? Yes

iPaking with a Punch
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I have had my iPak for about 2 years. At first I had difficulty switching over from using a written filofax to the iPaq. The beauty is that the calendar diary on this is absolutely fantastic, it remembers, and it lets you know when you need... Read full review »

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HP iPAQ

bykevinwebb92 Mar 20, 2010
1 Helpfuls 2 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros None submitted
Cons None submitted
Recommended it? Yes

It is packed with features. It has a big, crystal clear screen. It is a like a mini computer and offers great many services including MS suite feature. It allows for data transfer through bluetooth, which is very convenient. Good Buy. Read full review »

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Product Review Summary

3.6
Based on 20 user reviews
61% recommend this product
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Pros
  • Great Design (3)
  • Good Value (3)
  • Good Screen (2)
  • Compact (2)
  • Easy To Use (1)
  • Energy Efficient (1)
  • Fast (1)
  • Adequate Storage (1)
Cons
  • No backlight (2)
  • Energy Inefficient (1)
Good For
  • Home (3)
  • Everyday Use (2)
  • Gifts (1)
  • Office (1)
  • Travel (1)
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naphtalia
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Sony Reader Touch PRS-600

bynaphtalia Feb 25, 2010
18 Helpfuls 19 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Accepts various file types. Allows notes. Easy to read. Expandable memory. It's...
Cons Glare can make it hard to read.
Recommended it? Yes

I fell in love with the idea of an E-Book reader when I saw a friend using her Kindle to read a newspaper. I've wanted one ever since, but the price always made it prohibitive. Still, I've been looking at both the Kindle and Sony eBook reader for awhile. This past Valentine's day, I came across a... Read full review »

ivplay
271

The Sony PRS-600 works well for my needs

byivplay Jan 24, 2011
27 Helpfuls 28 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Format friendly, expandable memory, and good size and weight
Cons Many complain of the glare and recommend trading up to the 650
Recommended it? Yes

I have researched and thought about buying an eReader for some time now, and had just about convinced myself that I was going to buy a Nook when I came into possession of a PRS-600 by unfortunate circumstances. My grandmother recently passed, and when she did so she left a PRS-600, less than a year... Read full review »

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