HP (Hewlett-Packard) iPAQ rx5915 Automobile Navigator

An extremely functional GPS and Pocket PC

Strengths: - fast gps signal acquisition - no protuding antenna - user-friendly TomTom 6 software (with no lag time) - compact size - rotatable screen

Weakness: - no wall charger/adapter - speaker located in the back - no "switch bar" utility in Windows Mobile

My previous Pocket PC was the Dell Axim x50v so my review is based on comparing these two devices. The x50v needed a plug-in (CompactFlash or SDIO) GPS receiver as well as GPS software. It's nice to have the RX5915 pre-packaged with all these with no protruding antenna. The RX5915 has FAST GPS SIGNAL ACQUISITION thanks to the newer Sirf III technology. The screen rotation button comes in really...

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Great combination of GPS and PDA

Strengths: Value for money. Small.

Weakness: High cost of add-on maps for non-US regions.

I bought this as a replacement for my old PDA, and the GPS functionality was a bonus. The GPS traffic navigation (TomTom) is capable and reliable. This PDA is solidly built and is both compact and very attractive. Overall, a combination PDA + GPS is a great idea, and very well-implemented.

great product!

Strengths: basically, the whole unit--- like everyone else--- the portability, updated maps, GPS,PC, video and music player... what more can you ask for?

Weakness: if it has been off for a while, u have to wait at least a couple of minutes to get a a signal! and one more thing, my audio volume seems to be a little bit lower..

it's super good quality for the price! i have tried other ones but had to return them... i had use this GPS as handheld and in the car, very portable and has definitely proven to be the best because it has not gotten me lost, updated maps and i didn't have to download and battery life is great too! i can't live without it now!

HP Ipaq rx5915

Strengths: 1.GPS and a pocket PC for the price of a stand alone GPS unit. 2.Plays media files music and video 3. Has wireless 802.11B and G 4. Has Blue tooth 5. Battery is 1700Mh and removable

Weakness: For the price and features none as far as I am concerned

I was going to purchase a laptop but my PDA took a dive and needed a replacement. I also wanted to be able to connect to the internet when I travel and I liked the idea of having GPS capabilities.I looked at other Mfg's like Asus and Palm but none could match the price and features of the HP rx5915. I have been using it the past few day's and it has been great. I personally don't know why anyone...

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All-in-One-GPS-PDA-Multimedia Solution

Strengths: Not just TomTom navigation, all maps already loaded, but Windows CE 5.0, WiFi, BlueTooth, Multimedia, everything you need is in the box. 2GB internal ROM. SD expansion slot.

Weakness: Not certain if you can use your unit to answer or make calls. Buttons on the side while good shortcuts, are hard to see when driving.

Compared to other units that I have bought and returned in the last few months, I have found my solution. Why spend hundreds of dollara (I found it on a rare sale for $399) on a stand alone GPS unit when you can purchase this unit that will also be a pocket PC, multimedia player? I have already downloaded software that will allow this unit to watch AVI files which the Windows Media Player on the...

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Excellent PDA, GPS Device With Tons of Features

Strengths: Both a TomTom GPS Device and a Windows Mobile 5 PDA in a nice little package

Weakness: Screen resolution could be a tad higher

This device is a must have if you travel a lot, get lost a lot and enjoy having a pda and GPS device in one small package. I originally had a Dell Axim X50V that I then added an external SD GPS device too. It worked, but the GPS stuck out and was terribly fragile. This unit integrates the GPS unit within and it rocks! There's an external antenna hookup for better reception, but I have yet to use...

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HP iPAQ RX 5915

Strengths: Size is very compact and easy to carry to anywhere.

The price is very reasonable. GPS direction is very clear and easy to follow. Battery recharge is quick and also you can use the car charger to recharge your battery. I would recommend it to anyone who need a compact and small size Pocket PC with GPS function.

GPS and Pocket PC

Strengths: Size is very compact and easy to carry to anywhere.

Weakness: Have found one yet

Very reasonably priced. GPS direction is very clear and easy to follow. Battery recharge is quick and also you can use the car charger to recharge your battery. I won't hesitate to recommend it to anyone who need a compact and small size Pocket PC with GPS function.

Good, not great

Strengths: All in one device

Weakness: Windows 5.0 is weak

I have used Palm Pilots for years and when I needed to replace mine, decided to go for the the 5915 to get an all in one device. The Tom Tom GPS can be slower than some dedicated GPS I have seen to find its location initially, but has great reception inside the car. I find the Tom Tom software to very intuitive and prefer it over some of the others, but thats a personal call. The weakest part of...

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A great little GPS and PDA

Strengths: Great Tom Tom based GPS combined with an iPAQ PDA.

Weakness: Wifi connectivity seems weak.

I have had this product now for almost three months and so far so good. I love the fact that HP decided to go with tried-and-true Tom Tom as the GPS software provider for this device. Because of this you get their typical easy to use maps and quality directions. This device also doubles as a PDA which makes for a great combination and one less thing to carry with you. The only real downside so...

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