Anonymous
Novenber 24, 2003
Originally Published:20031031. 13#vety=3;enum=0; HARDWARE TORONTO - Dell has expanded its handheld product family by introducing the AximX3, a PDA that includes a $529 model with integrated wireless capability.
At five ounces, the Axim X3 is 28 per cent lighter than its predecessor, and at .55 inches, 17 per cent thinner. The Axim X3 delivers bright color displays, removable primary batteries, SD I/O, consumer infrared and optional built-in wireless networking. It is available in three configurations: one with integrated Wi-Fi 802.11b for $529, and two non- wireless configurations for $349 and $469. 13#vety=7;enum=1; Dell will continue to offer the Axim X5.
The Axim X3 handheld comes with Microsoft's Windows Mobile 2003 software for Pocket PC, and Pocket versions of Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel, Internet Explorer, MSN Messenger and Windows Media Player. The Axim X3 also comes with one year Advanced Exchange Service.
Both the $469 and $529 configurations are powered by the Intel Xscale processor at 400MHz, and offer 64MB of SDRAM and 64MB of Intel StrataFlash ROM. The built-in Secure Digital IO slot can host a number of devices. A 3.5-inch transflective TFT color display is standard on all Axim X3 configurations, with 240x320 (QVGA) resolution. The unit's sync/ recharge cradle - standard on $469 and $529 configurations - has an extra battery charge slot that accommodates either a standard spare battery (950 mAh) or the optional high-capacity (1800 mAh) battery for an additional cost of $139.
Users also can opt for the Axim X3's $349 configuration, which has an Intel Xs-cale 300MHz processor, 32MB of SDRAM, 32MB of Flash ROM and a USB sync cable instead of a cradle, in addition to the other features of the $469 unit. All Axim X3 units will be offered with a wide variety of accessories, such as folding keyboards and leather carrying case.
Contact: www.dell.com
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