Latest PDAs combine performance with style
By Harsh Ashar | 11 Aug 2008
HTC P3470
At just 108mm tall, the HTC P3470 is a true value for money as it is one of the most compact devices in the PDA phones category, featuring a broad range of functionality that today's consumers desire. The HTC P3470 enables an easy to use and simple interface for accessing web pages, documents, messages, contact lists and more.
Smart, simple and easy to use, TomTom Navigator is the best navigation solution for your PDA or mobile phone. The intuitive interface, crystal clear instructions and easy call handling make it the ideal navigation partner for the P3470. The touch interface and large 2.8in screen ensure the AGPS-enabled sat-nav is easy to use, and the HTC P3470 is truly mobile thanks to the long battery life. The HTC P3470 also includes a 1GB Micro SD card for mapping and other data storage.
The cost of this would be Rs17,999.
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HTC TyTN II
The HTC TyTN II packs all the power of Windows Mobile 6 into a unique new form factor. The 2.8-inch colour screen slides back to reveal a full QWERTY keyboard, then tilts up to position the screen perfectly for reading and creating emails, using applications, or even just playing videos and games.
The HTC TyTN II allows users to get connected with tri-band UMTS and quad-band GSM / GPRS / EDGE. It boasts unrivalled worldwide 3.5G high speed internet - HSDPA, at speeds 9 times faster than 3G - and WiFi 802.11b/g to ensure users can enjoy high-speed surfing, uploading and downloading while roaming anywhere in the world.
The HTC TyTN II would cost Rs33,000
HTC TOUCH DIAMOND
The HTC Touch Diamond is a sleek and stylish phone with a new captivating 3D touch interface called TouchFLO 3D. Touch Diamond is available exclusively on Airtel's state-of-the-art EDGE wireless network for seamless internet and browsing experience. Touch Diamond includes more than 200 patents showcasing HTC's leadership in innovation and technology. Touch Diamond includes a customized new, HTC-developed, YouTube application for watching a variety of user generated video content. TouchFLO 3D provides animated access to people, messaging, email, photos, music, weather and more.
The diamond leaves a dent of Rs26,999 on your pockets.
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ASUS M930
This PDA is for the users who require mobile office that is full on connectivity and features, and still exudes classy and stylish appeal. With a full QWERTY keyboard and an ultra-wide screen, the M930 offers easy and efficient usage, and adds impressive productivity to already impeccable looks derived from a chic design of sleek metal and mirror reflective surfaces. Rich business features via the integrated Windows Mobile 6 operating system and full 3.5G connectivity further complement this immaculately designed smart phone - making it fully equipped to handle business on-the-go.
With support for GPRS, EDGE, WCDMA, HSDPA, Bluetooth 2.0, Wi-Fi and USB 2.0, users will be fully connected. Faster downloads of big files like videos and MP3s are ensured with 3.5G high speed data transfers.
This phone would cost Rs23,900.
ASUS P527
This is a business phone along with some amazing multimedia features. With the built-in FM Radio Receiver, 2 Mega-Pixels Camera (Auto-Focus) and Windows Media Player, users enjoy more multimedia enjoyment alongside the built-in Windows Live functions allow access to Hotmail, MSN, Spaces and Search, allowing them to keep in touch with their online friends and keep them updated on whatever they are doing.
The timely GPS navigation with GPS Catcher allows users to find their location quickly wherever they are in India. Due to the presence of SAT NAV software, the GPS in this phones is far better than in other phones.
This phone is costing Rs18,900 only.
Nokia E71
Known for its multimedia phones, Nokia comes out with another PDA, the Nokia E71. The phones support maps, music and media sharing like HSDPA browsing, wireless LAN and 3G connectivity, Quad-band GSM 850/900/1800/1900, Bluetooth 2.0, automatic switching between GSM bands and Nokia Mobile Search option. Both handset models have with 3.2 megapixel autofocus camera, FM radio, music player, assisted GPS (A-GPS), 8 GB external memory, 110 MB internal dynamic memory, mobile VPN support and Nokia Maps for navigation.
It would have a damage of Rs20,299 on the buyers pocket.
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Nokia E90
The bulky phone is a true treat to use. It enables browsing of the internet and transfer media-rich files via HSDPA (up to 3.6 Mbit/s enabled) and 3G high-speed mobile broadband. Using the E90, increases mobile productivity with applications for browsing and editing documents. The QWERTY keypad makes mobile usage much easier and faster. It also has an integrated GPS. Not missing the multimedia features, the E90 possesses a 3.2 megapixel camera with flash and autofocus. The inner screen is a huge 800 x 352 pixels making the phone look like a small laptop. The phone also has WLAN, a mini USB port, Bluetooth and infrared to make its connectivity much more user friendly.
This phone is costing Rs35,990 only.