HP iPAQ rx1950 Pocket PC
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Non-power users might find all they need in the Hewlett-Packard iPAQ rx1950. As one of the first HP handhelds to run Windows Mobile 5.0 operating system, it is easy to operate and doesn't confuse users with a bunch of excessive features.

Some of the highlights of the rx1950 are:

• Wireless Internet with an integrated Ethernet card
• Voice recorder and playback
• Email software and web browser included
• Five included devices - carrying case, microphone, AC adapter, USB cable and speaker
• Adequate memory of 32MB
• Lightweight at 4.4 ounces
• Small, measuring 4.5 inches tall and 2.8 inches wide and just over a half inch thick
• A basic software package including note pad, calculator, presentations, word processor and spreadsheet
• Long battery life - about 6 hours of continuous useds
  
• A low price tag for an HP PDA of about $275

• Storage space - 32MB might leave you wishing for more, especially if you plan on loading movies or high-end games
• No Bluetooth compatibility
• Soft resets needed a few times a day, when use is high
• Documentation for Windows Mobile operating system is lacking, both from HP and Microsoft