A lot of folks said it would never happen, but here it is: a Palm device
running Windows Mobile software. This isn't just any device, either. It's the
latest version of Palm's wildly popular Treo series of Smartphones. Everything
that's great about the Treo hardware is here, plus all the power of Windows
Mobile 5.0. And to top it off, the Treo 700wx is fully compatible with Verizon
wireless' EV-DO mobile broadband data service. Simply put, everything you need
to do your work on the move, and at blazing speeds, has arrived.
Based upon the venerable 700w platform, the Treo 700wx Verizon Wireless phone
features double the operating memory capacity of the 700w, effectively solving a
few minor usability issues of the 700w. With added RAM, the Treo 700wx is for
the on-the-go person who uses a more robust set of applications on a more
regular basis.
Design
Under the hood, the Treo 700wx features 128 MB of RAM (60 MB available for
end user storage) and an Intel XScale 312MHz processor. The design retains the
same basic form factor as the Treo 650 with a few changes. Aesthetically, the
new Treo has more angular lines and a more professional-looking gray color. At
6.0-ounces, it's also slightly lighter than its predecessor. The button layout
above the full QWERTY keyboard has been changed to accommodate the Windows
Mobile 5.0 interface, and the screen sports 240 x 240 resolution.
Like the 650, the top of the 700wx features an expansion card slot for SD,
SDIO, and MMC memory and expansion cards, and get this: Unlike the 650, the
700wx supports the Palm Wi-Fi card. Up top there's also an infrared port for
line of sight data transfers, as well as a handy switch for turning off the
phone's ringer. Below the screen, a five-way navigator controls most of the
phone's menus and operating system functions. The left side of the unit features
a volume up/down toggle plus a handy user-customizable button that can be
assigned to any phone or PDA function. The rear of the unit houses a
loudspeaker, as well as the 1.3-megapixel camera unit. A touchscreen stylus can
be tucked away on the right side of the phone. Meanwhile, a combined charging,
data, and accessory attachment port, called the Palm "multi-connector" is housed
on the bottom of the unit, as is a standard 2.5 mm stereo headset jack.
Calling and PDA Features
Like the Treo 650, the Treo 700wx's phone and PDA functions are designed to
provide an integrated, seamless experience--only this time it's all handled by
Windows Mobile. The hallmark of the Windows Mobile experience is the "Today"
screen that summarizes all the important information you need to make it through
the day. Here you'll get message notification, upcoming appointments, dialing
functions, and a Google Web searching all in one spot. As a phone, the Treo
700wx features all the functionality folks expect from a cell phone, including a
handsfree speakerphone, polyphonic ringtones (polyphonic MIDI, MP3, WAV and
video ringtones are supported), a vibrate mode, and picture caller ID. Microsoft
Office Outlook Mobile combines email, calendar, contacts, tasks, and notes into
a single application that seamlessly integrates with the 700wx's phone
functions. Meanwhile, headsets, car kits and other wireless peripherals can also
be paired with the unit via Bluetooth (the Bluetooth 1.2 specification is
supported).
Staying productive on the road is made possible by the Microsoft Office
Mobile suite, which includes Word Mobile, Excel Mobile, and PowerPoint Mobile.
You also get the Picsel PDF Viewer for viewing PDF document attachments, and the
File Explorer application makes it easy to browse the files on your 700wx.
Messaging and Internet
The really big news about the 700wx is that it supports Verizon's
BroadbandAccess high speed wireless data service, allowing you to get DSL speeds
wherever you have broadband data coverage. And what can you do with all that
speed? Surf the Web faster than ever before using the bundled Internet Explorer
application, or log into Pocket MSN and check your Hotmail, use MSN Messenger,
or browse the MSN Mobile portal. Robust SMS and MMS functionality is built into
the Windows Mobile interface, too.
One of the most important tools bundled with the 700wx is Microsoft
ActiveSync, which allows you to quickly synchronize your device's tasks,
calendars, email, and contacts with your desktop. You also get Exchange
ActiveSync, an application that lets you synchronize data with an Exchange
server. Syncing can be done via USB, or wirelessly via Bluetooth.
Imaging and Entertainment
Another great feature of the 700wx is that it supports Windows Media playback
right out of the box. With Windows Media Player 10, Palm users can finally play
streaming and downloaded video and audio content in a variety of formats, even
purchased music from "Plays For Sure" supporting stores. You can also keep your
tunes loaded on a memory card and listen to stereo sound wherever you roam
(requires an optional stereo headset adapter).
The Treo 700wx's built-in camera sees a bump in performance with the ability
to take 1.3-megapixel (1280x1024) stills. The camera also features a 2x digital
zoom, a self portrait mirror, and automatic light balancing. While the camera is
great for taking stills, it can also function as a camcorder, allowing you to
capture MPEG4 video to the unit's memory. An integrated media application
organizes your captured photos and videos.
And last, but certainly not least, the Treo 700wx keeps the fun going when
you've got some downtime with great games. Bubble Breaker and Solitaire ship
with the handset, but more Windows Mobile games are available.
Suggested Service Options
To get the most from the Treo 700wx, you'll need to choose two additional
service features on top of a voice plan. First, consider a Verizon
Broadband Access plan, which also includes lower-speed data access in areas where
broadband service is not available. If you are a frequent SMS or MMS messaging
user, it's a good idea to get an Unlimited IN messaging plan to avoid
pay-per-message charges.
Vital Statistics
The Palm Treo 700wx weighs 6.0 ounces and measures 4.4 x 2.30 x .90 inches. It
runs on the CDMA 800/CDMA 1900 frequencies, as well as the EV-DO and 1xRTT data
frequencies.
What's in the Box
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MobilePC provides a 30-day repair/repalcement warranty on this item.
This item is refurbished in good condition and works perfectly.
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