Fujitsu Siemens Pocket Loox C550

Advantages: Camera, Navigation options, styling
Disadvantages: bit pricey, E2C button gets in the way on Tetris

...Introduction ---------------- I happened across the Pocket Loox in the middle of last year, so when my wife needed a new PDA we chose the Fujitsu Siemens Pocket Loox 720. Principal competition to this is the HP iPaq range so why did we choose the Loox. The decision was based on features and styling. Definitions --------------- Firstly lets me define (I get commented on for doing techie reviews) so skip this if you already know what I'm talking about. A PDA is a Personal Digital Assistant. This is a small handheld device with a screen and some sort of navigation facilities (normally a multi-direction button, occasionally a small trackpad). There are several makes on the market and several Operating Systems that they run (Microsoft Pocket PC, Palm OS, Symbian OS, Blackberry OS). Separate programs exist for separate Operating... Read review

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Advantages: Easy To use, Quick
Disadvantages: Expensive

...This is the thrid PDA i have had the pleasure of using and probably the best. The PDA is extremely easy to use out of the box and combines ease of use with speed. The Windows CE operating system makes the PDA very easy to use, like most Pocket PC's, and Fujitsu have done a great job making their Pocket PC stand out from the rest. The feature that made me purchase this product was its Bluetooth capability, which means that most electronic products in my house are now connected to my Desktop via bluetooth, heck you could even switch the kettle on from your computer. The Pocket PC is able to play music with incredable sound quality and play video files with ease. It is advised to purchase a memory card though as the pocket PC uses about 64mb for both running and storage. The processor is one of the fastest you can get... Read review

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Advantages: Small, lightweight, easy use
Disadvantages: Slow GPS, No navigation software

...of accessories has proven a little difficult as most major and well known suppliers don't seem to stock products for the Pocket Loox models). The Acer may have had a slightly larger screen (3.7" compared to the N560's 3.5" screen), but in reality that extra little bit would make very little difference as the screen on the N560 is plenty large enough. It fits nicely in your hand, and weights only a little more than normal mobile phone. When I received my shiny, new PDA, it came in a box probably half the size of a regular shoe box, and within it contained a single CD and some documents, the PDA itself, a stylish leather case with the Fujitsu-Siemens logo engraved on the front, a spare stylus, a charger (with two different plug heads so it can be used in a normal UK three-pronged socket, and a EU two pronged socket), a docking station and USB... Read review

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