Trashing my PALM and getting a Pocket PC

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skywhr

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Is there a way to transfer all of my contact information from one to the other?
 
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NFS4

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Originally posted by: skywhr
Is there a way to transfer all of my contact information from one to the other?
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If you use Outlook, it will be automatic.
 
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NFS4

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Originally posted by: glen
What is the difference between a Palm and a pocket PC?
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A Palm is a glorified organizer.
A PocketPC is a downsized PC with organizer functionality.


That's the way I look at it. Whereas Palms started off as strictly PIM devices, Palm has hacked into the OS and tacked on crap here and there. The PocketPC2002 OS on the other hand was built from the ground up for more robust communications, security, and file management capabilities.
 
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NFS4

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Originally posted by: Joemonkey
NFS4, you flashed your ROM w/ linux yet?
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I don't even use Linux on my desktop, why would I use it on my PDA? :D

Windows XP Pro ownz joo! :D
 
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DaiShan

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I think NFS4 has answered your question, but let me just say good decision :D The functionality of a PPC is so much greater than that of a Palm OS, I can browse the net, take notes, play mp3's, create DataBases for various uses, and manage scores on school work.
 
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fr

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Way back when I did the switch, I used a program called Peacemaker and beamed all my stuff from my Palm to my Pocket PC. Then I synced with Outlook. It should be easier now.
 
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Originally posted by: NFS4
Originally posted by: RossMAN
I was going to buy an HP iPaq 1910 for $199 then I noticed the original thread date and said $#@!
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LMAO! :D SUCKER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:p
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I was all ready to go to BB, pick up a sales ad then head over to Staples with my printable $30 off $150 coupon and get down to bitness.

Thank goodness I came to my senses!
 
NFS4

NFS4

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Originally posted by: RossMAN
Originally posted by: NFS4
Originally posted by: RossMAN
I was going to buy an HP iPaq 1910 for $199 then I noticed the original thread date and said $#@!
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LMAO! :D SUCKER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:p
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I was all ready to go to BB, pick up a sales ad then head over to Staples with my printable $30 off $150 coupon and get down to bitness.

Thank goodness I came to my senses!
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Haha, you got my heart racin' too when I saw your post...then I thought to myself that it had to be old.
 
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MuffD

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You can just sync your Palm contacts with Outlook by using Pocket Mirror.
 
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Sketcher

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Originally posted by: DaiShan
I think NFS4 has answered your question, but let me just say good decision :D The functionality of a PPC is so much greater than that of a Palm OS, I can browse the net, take notes, play mp3's, create DataBases for various uses, and manage scores on school work.
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We're just now testing wireless PDA's ranging from PocketPC enabled devices to Palm, even WAP Phones and Blackberry.

Don't count Palm out. In fact, consider the functionality before jumping on the "What most people are familiar with" bandwagon. There are some significant mainline application issues regarding "Office Productivity" from spreadsheets to text documents and multimedia that you really need to compare between the OS's, and even models of PDA's. In support of PALM. Of course, it's a little biased, but there are some very important facts admidst the back patting.

So far, you might say that I'm device agnostic. I'm working with Palm Tungsten, Handspring Treo, Ipaq PocketPC's, PocketPC Edition Smart Phones. There's no clear leader IMO. It really depends on the ease of use, types of interface, form factor, intended use, price range that you are interested in. I'm sure I'll eventually have a favorite - but right now they're all good.

By the way, my reason for responding is that I originally counted PALM out of the picture. Looking back, that would have been a big mistake to just brush PALM aside. If you don't think PALM does net, mp3's, databases etc. it's only because you've not used a current device.

As for transferring your data - the reference to Outlook previously posted is good, and as muffstah mentioned Pocket Mirror. However, if you're transferring any data fields that do not convert properly between the Outlook client or PDA, you are best off exporting the data to .csv/Excel then matching fields to the format you will be implementing and then importing the data into the application of choice. Intellisync from Pumatech does an excellent job of mapping fields and configuring custom entities. There's even some trial software available on their website though I do not know what the limitations are.
 
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FuZoR

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I had a Palm Vx but lost interest in using the thing after 2 months. the whole manage stuff was really not for me. Havnt really looked at PDAs since then.

Now im getting interested, cause im thinking about picking up a PocketPC to surf and talk on aim @ college wireless areas cause a laptop would be to much of a pain to carry around. Good idea?

Which pocketpc should i get? $300 range.


 
Miramonti

Miramonti

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Can you use a PPC for internet on the road? (That, and I'd also love to be able to make regular phone calls from one...possible?)
 
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Sketcher

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Originally posted by: jjsole
Can you use a PPC for internet on the road? (That, and I'd also love to be able to make regular phone calls from one...possible?)
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Yes, if your PPC is Wireless enabled whether integral or via sled or Wi-Fi Capable and in a Wi-Fi Hotspot you can browse the internet and or make use of clipping services. Web browsing is functional, but not necessarily pleasant. Impressive that you can do it but you have to scroll around a bit to view pages (unless you're viewing a clipped page or PocketPC formatted web page).

As for "Regular calls". Depends on the device. But no matter which way you go = expensive is the call. GPS/GPRS/CDMA, it's all expensive right now. In a year or two the mainline wireless infrastructure will be nearly as prevelant as Cellular, but now it's a premium.

There might be a device or two out there that allows for a reasonable "Cell Phone" rate, but the trade off will likely be that the Data service will make up the difference in cost.

 
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bolido2000

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Here is a cool fact....I think 76 is going to start offering free wireless internet at the pump!! That's probably the best idea I've heard in a while
 
DivideBYZero

DivideBYZero

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Originally posted by: FuZioN
I had a Palm Vx but lost interest in using the thing after 2 months. the whole manage stuff was really not for me. Havnt really looked at PDAs since then.

Now im getting interested, cause im thinking about picking up a PocketPC to surf and talk on aim @ college wireless areas cause a laptop would be to much of a pain to carry around. Good idea?

Which pocketpc should i get? $300 range.
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I surf the web and use MSN Messenger from my Palm Vx :Q
 
Miramonti

Miramonti

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Originally posted by: Sketcher
Originally posted by: jjsole Can you use a PPC for internet on the road? (That, and I'd also love to be able to make regular phone calls from one...possible?)
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Yes, if your PPC is Wireless enabled whether integral or via sled or Wi-Fi Capable and in a Wi-Fi Hotspot you can browse the internet and or make use of clipping services.
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Thanks. Where can I read more about about these different wireless possibilities and where the wi-fi hotspots are?
 
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Doggiedog

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I am psyched. My 400Mhz Axim is finally shipping. I thought I'd have to wait another month for it because of all of Dell's delay problems. Now to get a CF WiFi card, wireless router, case and WriteShields.

On the Palm to PPC note, so there isn't any way you can directly transfer contact information from one to the other? You'd think MS would want to make it easy so that people would switch.

I guess I'll have to do a LOT of cutting and pasting.
 
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