I'm impressed with the Dell x30 with wifi. The price looks great and will pressure HP/Compaq to deliver a new model. As to the stylus, try a few. I can't say that many are that comfortable. The design is to fit in the space and also to be lightweight. I really like the old Palm IIIc stylus but let's be honest. That one wieghs many times what I have in other PDAs.
As to battery life, wifi will take its toll as well as the super bright screens. I get a lot more time if I dim the screen. The Dell has other batteries available if you need a spare.
Bob
I've been researching these two pdas for awhile now and I have found that they are both very close to what I would like in a pda. But, I would like to know about a few of the differences.
First: the processor difference...will I actually be able to notice this and how much will it affect the pda while running programs, etc.
Second: Windows Mobile 2003 vs Second Edition. is there a big enough differenc that i should buy one or the other. Also, should i wait for a new OS from microsoft.
Third: Battery life, do a few hours have a larg impact overall?
And lastly: A few minor factors that turn me off from the dell are its "uncomforatble stylus," antenna, and design (compared to the ipaq)
Any help on these topics would be very beneficial because i need this before the school year begins, thanks.

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