HP iPAQ hx2495b Pocket PC FA674B#ABA :: Education by Design Store

Editorial Review
MODEL- HX2495B VENDOR- HEWLETT-PACKARD COMPANY FEATURES- iPAQ hx2495 Pocket PC Take your favorite songs, videos, and Web sites everywhere you go. The versatile HP iPAQ hx2495 Pocket PC offers just the right mix of performance, security, connectivity, and expandability. Includes iPAQ unit, Lithium-Ion battery, AC adapter, Charger adapter, USB desktop synchronization cradle, Stylus, Protective plastic flip cover, HP iPAQ Product Information Guide, HP iPAQ Getting Started disc. * Surf the Web at your local Wi-Fi hot spot or home with the integrated 802.11b wireless LAN. * Ensure that your system runs smoothly with the Premium edition of Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 for Pocket PC--the latest software for handheld devices. * Protect your iPAQ and wireless connection with HP ProtectTools (in collaboration with Credant Technologies), which lets you us a PIN or password to control access, and encrypts to protect data and provide fail-safe action if it is lost or stolen. * View and edit Microsoft Office documents: work with Excel charts and Powerpoint presentations, including custom animations and slide transitions. * Go faster using USB 2.0, which enhances file transfer speeds and synchronization of info between your PC and Windows Mobile-based device. * Protect data when your device runs out of battery power with the persistent store feature. * Input data using multiple options * See images and slide shows using the HP Image Zone software for Pocket PC. * Wirelessly print documents, e-mail, brochures, and photos to a Bluetooth- enabled printer, communicate with other Bluetooth devices, and create personal area networks using peer-to-peer communication. * Carry easily with the soft, rubber sides and sl
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Customer Reviews

cliff

2008-02-08
my new ipaq performs well although I did have trouble syncing Microsoft Outlook Contacts. I went to Microsoft help and they referred me to HP help and I received the information needed to solve the syncing problem, that is syncing not sinking.

ipAQ hx2495b Pocket PC

2008-01-22
Order entry was simple; delivery was on time; product delivered was as ordered and complete. This is replacement for older-style hp pocket pc circa 2000. Smaller unit is easier to handle. The older iPAQ stylus with pop-up release was easier to use, but the spring failed during it's lifetime which caused the stylus to get loose in pockets and luggage. Used for data transfer from field equipment to laptop - satisfactory.

A good buy

2008-01-14
I needed this product as an organizer plus storage of some books on its SD card. The only problem I found was it is not supporting no more than 2GB memory card. Other than this I felt it serves my purpose.

Impressive

2008-01-12
Bought this for my husband; his first handheld. Took it on vacation first thing and was impressed how easy it was to use. Came in very handy and he has yet to learn all the things it can do. He has used it for personal and business and found the windows mobile a real asset. Found that buying a case for it was a good idea for both travel and general protection. Bought this item because my father has one and recommended it. He says he couldn't do without it anymore. He even takes it to church as he has downloaded the Bible on it. So far, I'd have to say this has been a great investment.

Brilliant

2007-12-18
Brilliant. What can i say? This is my first PDA and i am very happy with it. Does as it says on the tin!!!

Pros and cons, but its very recommended

2008-07-13
This is a great purchase. Is easy to install programs although usually is not easy to find one compatible with windows mobile 5. The reproduction of videos and images is wonderful, it doesn't bring acrobat reader but you can install it. About word i have used it a lot, with an external keyboard that connects with an infrated port, and it works perfect, have all the basic functions and is easy to read (without making an eye effort). Some of the problems are that you cannot open two different word files at the same time, ad if you're going to open a huge word document (a book, for example) it usually stocks and you have to reiniciate windows. To connect it to a computer you must have the connector (obviusly) which is a little big, and the program of sincronization installed, so you cant just arrive to a place to connect it and download information, is not that easy. Is really light to carry, the battery lasts very long time, it have all the aplications you could need of an electronic helper for everyday: calculator, clock, alarm, word, notes (by entering text with the buttons or by just drawing in the screen), power point viewer (so you can check out that important presentation on the way), contacts list, space for an external SD card, etc. Also the bluetooth and the wi-fi connection are great. I recommend it very very much.

HP doesn't deliver

2008-05-20
Brand new this did not synchronize from the start. Sent it back to HP they said it would be $300 to repair it as the main board was flawed. I said "but it's under a 1 year warrenty. Well be sure to read it, it's doesn't cover the main board. HP was horrible to deal with, never would return calls and kept it for over three months and did nothing. So once I got it back I went to bluetooth to synchronize and it worked great, but you can't move music, so what good is this? I love it's possiblities but it just has too many bugs!

Not really ready for Prime Time

2008-04-25
Purchased this PDA about 2 years ago, since thing it's been love hate relationship. To start off the SD card would drain all the power from the battery when left in the unit and the unit in the off position. HP provided an update about 6 months into my owning the device (kinda) and that problem appears to be resolved. The unit will not shut off by itself if an calendar alarm turns it on - that kills the battery too. The Windows Mobile OS is full of bugs - the unit won't come on sometimes, it requires a lot of resets and programs that appear to be closed are not "really" closed. You have to go in and make sure they're closed to conserve memory space. The WiFi works sometimes - I have a WPA enabled access point which gives the device problems. I just decided it just wasn't worth the trouble of using it for wireless access. All in all it was a good try by HP but they missed an opportunity to hit a home run. This is my 4th PDA and I won't be buying another one from HP.

HP iPAQ hx2495b Pocket PC

2008-04-21
Great product. Works well with Windows Vista. Have used Palm products for years....this is superior in almost every way.

Much more than I ever imagned

2008-02-12
I absolutely love this pocket pc. I switched from a Palm Z22 - this is so much nicer. I am still reviewing all the features. Great buy for the price

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