PDAs : Dell Axim X51

This was my first PDA and I use it a lot. My initial requirement was to synchronise the onboard Outlook calendar, contacts and notes with my laptop computer's.

I like the Windows Mobile utility, with Word Mobile and Excel Mobile. This version also allows Powerpoint Mobile which allows you to view presentations only. There are plenty of other applications available online for this device, from dictionaries and the Bible to utilities like calculators and, of course, games.

Overall, a splendid purchase and well worth the money. The only thing I'm missing is the Wifi option which I avoided because I can't use the service anyway, so I rely on the Bluetooth equipment to access the internet from my laptop computer. Hide Full Review

My work "upgraded" me from an HP rx3115 to the Dell x51. However, the Dell is very unstable and needs to be rebooted all the time. It also doesn't work with my old GPS software. Yesterday I returned the Dell for my old HP, it's faster and much more stable than the Dell. Hide Full Review

I have had mine for 3 years now. I don't know what the other people are having issues with. I have never had any. It has wi-fi, mp3 player, office adaptability, syncs with outlook. I wish it had a camera on it though. You can set the processor speed depending on what you are doing to save battery life. But I bought the car charger which helps immensely. Its too bad they stopped making them. I would have upgraded. Hide Full Review

I purchased this product straight from Dell and it is a disaster! There are no available upgrades, and their customer service is horrific. We spent over 20 hours, no exageration, trying to resolve a minor issue. The product crashes everytime it tries to update because there are none. This product is a disaster waiting to happen. And when the disaster happens, you are on your own! Hide Full Review

I enjoy my portable PDA. It was purchased when my PSION MX5 finally died.
The Dell Axim comes with Microsoft Office compatible software already installed into the device! You are not FORCED to. purchase any software from the get-go! This little gadget will sync your contacts,calendar appointments, and spreadsheets. (Whoo Hoo!)
I ordered a charging station to sit next to my desktop PC so that I can keep it synced whenever I make changes to my calendars.
I also have used it to play MP3's on walks.
There are tons of freeware available that can be added.
This particular model has Bluetooth and Wireless.
I can surf the Web at Hotspots and check -email on the go.
A GPS card and software can also be purchased separately for folks that need on -the-fly navigation.
I advise purchasing screen covers to protect your screen from lots of stylus use.I also purchased a Rhino case to carry mine in, as it shields the Axim from the shocks it recieves from being carried in the bottom of my purse as well as having 2 slots to carry extra SD cards
The "con" with this that is an aggravation to me, is that when I utilize the SD card, I have to remove it when I am finished, or the Axim will "lock-up" when I turn it back on to use again.
My model is loaded with Windows Mobile 5.0
very user friendly. Hide Full Review