I've been Using this phone for about 6 months now, for business and pleasure:
I like:
the MP3 player (the headphones/ hands-free need a firm push to get them in properly) It prompted me to covert my CD collection to music files;
the adjustable backlight on the screen, (set on max can ... Read review
Advantages: unlimited contacts; back-up on PC; MP3 player, large memory card Disadvantages: no keypad; too quiet ringtone; very occasionally crashes
I've been Using this phone for about 6 months now, for business and pleasure:
I like:
the MP3 player (the headphones/ hands-free need a firm push to get them in properly) It prompted me to covert my CD collection to music files;
the adjustable backlight on the screen, (set on max can just be read on bright day).
I now have a diary that reminds me of events with a tone and will even vocalise the event text; ... ...is unlimited and I can search it with a keyword (e.g. electrician);
a video camera that I will carry all the time.
USB sync with PC quick and easy. I won't lose my contacts and files when the phone is lost or dies.
Wana make your kids jealous? let them see the camera preview over the full screen...cool
My wallet is no longer overflowing with taty bits of paper reminding me of the contact details of people I have to meet ... more
I've been Using this phone for about 6 months now, for business and pleasure:
I like: the MP3 player (the headphones/ hands-free need a firm push to get them in properly) It prompted me to covert my CD collection to music files; the adjustable backlight on the screen, (set on max can just be read on bright day). I now have a diary that reminds me of events with a tone and will even vocalise the event text; albeit in a too quiet voice; My contact list is unlimited and I can search it with a keyword (e.g. electrician); a video camera that I will carry all the time. USB sync with PC quick and easy. I won't lose my contacts and files when the phone is lost or dies. Wana make your kids jealous? let them see the camera preview over the full screen...cool My wallet is no longer overflowing with taty bits of paper reminding me of the contact details of people I have to meet and when. I've kept the transparent flip screen covering the screen, it prevents the phone from being inadvertently activated when its in your pocket. I can connect to the internet from any location if I must, and many sites have a mobile version suitable for small screens and low data rates.
I Dislike
The ringtone on the device is far too quiet and I sometimes can't hear it ringing (i.e. speakers need upgrading) No numeric keypad.....Arrrrrghh I don't want a full qwerty input but a phone without numbers is a pain. For example, you've just shaved in cold water cos the heating is broke, you Phone customer services during the drive to work (hands-free of course), the machine says "press # now"...OK you've activated the touch screen, turned up the backlight.....u've just crashed. One handed texting on the move? dangerous with the best phones, scuicidal with the iPAQ. ! One other bug I've found is that it seems to be impossible to send a contact to another phone using messaging (SMS), the iPAQ seems to only want to send it by MMS as a jazzy business card type thing. The camera is nothing great, a similar spec phone on a Nokia will produce better results.
This device has just been superceeded by the iPAQ 614c, this has windows mobile 6, intergrated GPS and a numeric keypad.
Advantages: speed, usage, flip screen, bluetooth, good battery life Disadvantages: missing keypad, bit stocky in size
I think HP's RW6815 feels more like a basic smartphone with its silver plastic finish. My only worry with the colour is any marks and scratches will not stand out that much as they would if it was black in colour. Below are my views/experiences with this gadget.
Speed:
I this its pitty fast. In technical jargon, 416MHz processor that means Windows Mobile 5 speeds along, and whatever task we were performing we couldn't complain about the iPAQ's ... ...flip-flop cover that protects the screen from scratches.
Battery/size
I think handset is quite thick (I think about 19mm it said on the packing).It reckon it has a decent size battery which makes it look big but believe me it does not really feel that heavy in your hand and pocket. Now to carry on with the battery I read the HP's claims that once fully charged it would have a talk time of 51/2 hours and standby of ten days, which I think, is quite ...
sharmasonkool 20.03.2007
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Advantages: light, powerful and fast Disadvantages: camera not great in low light and a new OS hiccups.
After much deliberation I made a decision to go with this device. This is day 3 with it and I love it already! I have been able to connect to my own wireless network at home with it and a few out and about as well. Got outlook set up with my yahoo pop account, got it working easily with sync now and got some MP3s on there. Also bought the music docking station (id 138432) to go with it and although it''s not very loud, it is tiny and light and very ... ...at Expansys. Got this phone with a 12 month contract with Orange for £65.49 (again Expansis). Could not find many reviews for this phone as I think it''s very new so I am trying to get this up here quickly. Have had one of two times where I needed to reset the phone because of O/S issues. e.g. some things missing from the screen or frozen graphics animation but nothing that upset me. Seems worth it for how fast and powerful it is :) It is a little ...
yvonatron 19.11.2006
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Quick review of HP iPAQ Rw6815 Personal Messenger
Absolutely delighted with it - used every day for 18 months until very recently when the battery no longer holds enough charge (0.5 days life per charge). Windows Mobile good but crashes occasionally - same with any phone running WM5 I guess.
Screen is very bright and the touchscreen very responsive - much more so than some more recent touchscreen phones I have used e.g. Omnia. I especially like the handy stowage of the stylus - other manufacturers have still to perfect this.
The plastic flip screen cover is a nice idea in my view, but you can easily unclip it if it becomes annoying when making calls.
The downside is that when making calls you are talking into a metal chunk not particularly well moulded to you as a phone. Basically this is designed as a PDA first, a phone second. ...
jc292 27.11.2008
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Advantages: easy to use, detailed graphics, easly hand held Disadvantages: occasionaly did not register buttons, needed pressing twice
...i bought mine of the HP website costing only £310. norma prices varying higher.
as with the complexity of the product compared to standard phones, it would typicaly suit aldult users rather than for children as they would not be able to make full use of the types of tools it provides. i was very impressed with the wireless technology, at very high speed, ment i could send emails anytime anyplace. good luck with your search for the perfect device. ...
glitzagirl11 11.11.2006
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Advantages: screen size, feature-packed, reliable, good battery Disadvantages: a bit chunky, no keyboard
Amazingly useful most of the time! It\'s very reliable.
Pros: LOADS of features: Internet explorer, games, media player, loads of them! Reliable, good battery life and fantastic for managing a busy life on the move.
Cons: Recently started reset, handsfree isn't so clear but that might just be a faulty unit. A bit on the chunky side and there's no keyboard so you have to constantly use the stylus which can be a bit much when I carry a lot on me.
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heartbomb 16.09.2007
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Product Information for "HP iPAQ Rw6815 Personal Messenger" »
Cellular
Technology
GSM
Band
Tri Band
Phone Design
Candy bar
Vibrating Alert
Yes
Input Device(s)
Touch sensitive screen
Phone Navigation Buttons
Navigation button
Voice Recorder
Built-in
Wireless Interface
Bluetooth, Infrared (IrDA), IEEE 802.11b
Application Software
Calculator, Notes, Voice Recorder, Calendar, Contacts, File Explorer, Solitaire, Tasks, Microsoft Java Virtual Machine, Today, MSN Messenger, Terminal Services Client, Microsoft Outlook 2002, RealOne Player, Voice Command, Self Test, Adobe Acrobat Reader, HP Image Transfer, HP Photosmart camera, Windows Media Player 10, Messaging, Windows Media Player 10 Mobile, MMS Composer, Microsoft Excel Mobile, Microsoft Internet Explorer Mobile, Microsoft Word Mobile, Microsoft PowerPoint Mobile, Microsoft ActiveSync 4.1, Modem Link
Communicator features
Processor Type
Intel - XScale PXA272 - 416 MHz
Operating System
Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 for Pocket PC Phone Edition
Messaging & data services
Cellular Messaging Services
MMS, SMS
GPRS (General Packet Radio Service)
Built-in
EDGE (Enhanced Data Rates For Global Evolution)
Built-in
Digital camera
Sensor Resolution
2 Megapixel
Optical Sensor Type
CMOS
Still Image Resolutions
640 x 480, 320 x 240, 1600 x 1200, 160 x 120, 800 x 600
Still Image Formats
JPEG
Lens Aperture
F/2.8
Video Recorder Resolutions
128 x 96 (Sub QCIF), 176 x 144 (QCIF), 352 x 288 (CIF)
Digital Video Formats
3gp, H.263
Features
Self-portrait mirror
Display
Type
LCD display
Technology
TFT
LCD Technology
Transmissive
Display Resolution
240 x 320 pixels
Diagonal Size
2.7"
Colour Depth
262,144 colours
Display Indicators
Bluetooth indicator, battery meter
Digital player (recorder)
Supported Digital Audio Standards
WMA, AMR, MP3, MIDI
Memory
RAM
64 MB - SDRAM
ROM
128 MB - Flash
Supported Flash Memory Cards
miniSD
Connections
Connector Type
1 x headphones - sub-mini-phone 2.5mm
1 x USB
Miscellaneous
Compliant Standards
CE, ETSI, GOST, SABS, SASO, UL 60950, FCC Part 15.247, CCC, MOC, FCC CFR47 Part 15
Cables Included
USB cable - 1.2 m
Included Accessories
Power adapter , headphones, stylus, belt case, protective cover
Battery
Technology
Lithium polymer
Capacity
1530 mAh
Talk Time
Up to 270 min
Standby Time
Up to 192 h
Manufacturer warranty
Service & Support
1 year warranty
Service & Support Details
Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Technical support - software - 90 days
Environmental parameters
Min Operating Temperature
0 °C
Max Operating Temperature
40 °C
Humidity Range Operating
0 - 90%
Manufacturer's product description
Turn on your senses when you are on the move and at leisure - with HP iPAQ rw6800 Multimedia Messenger Series. Carry your whole world with the latest Microsoft Windows Mobile Internet Explorer, and a wealth of software applications plus value-added solutions. Be the center of attention with a multitude of connectivity and communication modes. Identify yourself - match your mood with color flip covers in a sleek designer shell.
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