Hewlett Packard iPAQ hw6915 review
Network and connections
A Professional Business Phone of the highest quality, able to satisfy even the most demanding user thanks to its technical features. First of all, it is a GSM Quadband, capable of guaranteeing optimal coverage in any part of the world. Internet connectivity is possible thanks to the internal modem, with GPRS and EDGE data traffic management. In addition, Wi-Fi network support is present, so as to take advantage of distributed networks. The HTML browser will therefore be able to open pages without problems. To transfer files with other devices, Bluetooth can instead be very useful, or else the USB 2.0 cable.
Design and equipment
The iPAQ hw6915 features a design in classic handheld style, with the addition of an extended QWERTY keyboard, really handy for composing any sort of message. Just above is the screen, a 3-inch TFT capable of displaying up to 65,000 colors for consistently excellent images. The dimensions nevertheless remain compact for this type of device, guaranteeing portability without compromises; the thickness is in fact only 18 mm, for a weight of 179 grams. A central directional pad helps scroll through the various functions on the screen, also aided by the function keys. In the sales package you can find a belt holster as well as a protective plastic cover; or also the stylus for the Touch Screen display and the stereo earphones.
Main features
This iPAQ comes with the Microsoft Windows Mobile 2005 PocketPC operating system, synonymous with expandability beyond any limit. Java support in fact allows many compatible applications to be installed, to best customize your own handheld. The 416 MHz Intel processor offers decidedly valid processing power, also thanks to the 64 MB of RAM memory. Support for the most common Office documents is guaranteed by the dedicated suite, as is support for PDF files. This makes it possible to manage E-mail with attachments in the best way. The voice sector, on the other hand, offers features such as speakerphone, voice recorder, and support for multiconference.
Entertainment and multimedia
A device not only dedicated to work, but also excellent as a tool for free time. In fact, you can find the Windows Media Player 10 player, capable of faithfully playing audio and video files in various formats. The standard internal memory is expandable thanks to microSD type cards, so as not to impose particular capacity limits. The rear camera, on the other hand, allows you to take photographs at a resolution of 1.3 megapixels. The quality is not that high, however it can be very handy in moments of need, to capture even small details, thanks to the Zoom. Finally, a very positive side, the presence of the GPS receiver, to use the device as a satellite navigator. The 1200 mAh lithium battery allows for notable battery life, just as it should be for a device dedicated mainly to the Business user.