HP iPaq Pocket PC H3970

Manufacturer: HP Part number: 269809001

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Description:: The most expandable Pocket PC is now brighter and even more versatile. The iPAQ Pocket PC H3970 has the same sleek, elegant design as the H3800 series without compromising size, and offers more versatility and functionality for your business or personal entertainment. The iPAQ H3970 features integrated Bluetooth technology for wireless connections to a Bluetooth device like a phone or ... Read more

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8 stars

Great travel mate!

by on June 18, 2003

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Summary: I used to have a HandSpring Palm based PDA. Never used it, even though I bought a pretty expensive BlueTooth expansion for that one. Too much trouble, took too long ...

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Summary: I used to have a HandSpring Palm based PDA. Never used it, even though I bought a pretty expensive BlueTooth expansion for that one. Too much trouble, took too long to do e-mail etc etc. I decided to buy the iPaq anyway, just to give it another try. I never regretted buying the 3970! I take it with me when I travel, and it works great! MSN, ICQ, E-Mail and even web browsing enables me to keep in touch with customers, collegues and server overview pages we use (MRTGs)! I use it exclusively with BlueTooth to my GPRS enabled phone for internet access. Never sync it, and don't have WiFi yet.

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7 stars

Superb. Beats Palm Hands down.

by on June 18, 2003

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Summary: I have Just sold my Palm M515 for this Ipaq 3970, what a difference it is simply superb!!! Only niggle I wish I could get a free thesaurus for it!!!

Summary: I have Just sold my Palm M515 for this Ipaq 3970, what a difference it is simply superb!!! Only niggle I wish I could get a free thesaurus for it!!!
4 stars

Bluetooth does not support Access Point

by on February 28, 2003

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Summary: I spent about week exchanging E-Mail with HP support. Most of answers was redicules. It look like they read only first sentence and tries to answer on it. At last ...

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Summary: I spent about week exchanging E-Mail with HP support. Most of answers was redicules. It look like they read only first sentence and tries to answer on it. At last I call to support. They tried to teach me to use stylos, but after all said that Bluetooth connection with Access Point is not supported. You can connect only with cell phone or computer...

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8 stars

The best model in the market

by on November 14, 2002

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Summary: Just got one and this is the best compare to Toshiba e740. Just the size abit big and heavy. Function, performance is the top compare to other model. Doesnt support ...

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Summary: Just got one and this is the best compare to Toshiba e740. Just the size abit big and heavy. Function, performance is the top compare to other model. Doesnt support Wifi and once add an expansion pack outlooks very big.

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8 stars

Pricey but worth it

by on October 29, 2002

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Summary: Look at the features it comes with! You can't go wrong. This is the best handheld on the market.

Summary: Look at the features it comes with! You can't go wrong. This is the best handheld on the market.
8 stars

The Best!!! - IPAQ Power USER

by on September 15, 2002

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Summary: Thisis my 2nd IPAQ. Recently sold my IPAQ 3650 on EBAY and purchased the 3970. I am a POWER USER and constantly push the IPAQ to its limits...and it ...

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Summary: Thisis my 2nd IPAQ. Recently sold my IPAQ 3650 on EBAY and purchased the 3970. I am a POWER USER and constantly push the IPAQ to its limits...and it never has failed! I needed the extra memory as I have multiple screens and applications open at the same time. I purchased a 128MB (SD Memory) mini flash card to store all of my email attachements. I have a wireless network card that keeps me connected in the office as I move between office meeting spaces, and a "Socket" cable connected to my cellphone. I am waiting for my wireless provider to bring out there new "bluetooth" phones and I will be tottaly wireless!! The new touch screen has been improved and accepts lighter taps as I access my calendar and contacts. The new screen is brighter than the 3965...and best of all...all of my accessories (modem, expansion packs, CF...) all still fit the IPAQ H3970. LOVE IT!

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10 stars

Always a step ahead

by on August 16, 2002

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Summary: Cool design, cool connectivity, add some wireless connectivity like GPRS jacket, it'll makes you can't go ahead without it. Awesome gadgets. What can I say ?

Summary: Cool design, cool connectivity, add some wireless connectivity like GPRS jacket, it'll makes you can't go ahead without it. Awesome gadgets. What can I say ?
7 stars

one of the best out there

by on August 13, 2002

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Summary: It's frustrating when people keep on complaining about the barely noticeable speed bumps out there; what they dont know is that it does perform better than its competitors. Based ...

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Summary: It's frustrating when people keep on complaining about the barely noticeable speed bumps out there; what they dont know is that it does perform better than its competitors. Based on a benchmark survey, the iPAQ 3970; a better model than 3950, demonstrated superior performance than its precedors and its current rival, the Toshiba e740. The video, although did not improve, because optimization has come in yet, played true as it did not dropped frames like the Toshiba and previous iPAQs did. Also, one thing people do not know is that the HP iPAQ 3950/70 has a 4 series bus for its SD memory slot compared to the 38xx series, which only has 1. This means that the notoriously slow performance from the SD slot in 38xx series is now gone; the 39xx has a huge increament in performance and too than the e740 from Toshiba. Moreover, the transreflective screen does not do itself justice when editors rave about it. You simply have to see it to believe it, it's incredible; makes you want to wait a little longer in case HP/Compaq comes out with a better version. Least but not last, the HP iPAQ has the LONGEST battery life out there of all the pocket pcs. Again, benchmarks proved it but do not take my word for it; go tweak with it yourself for hours in superstores if you want to. The most disappointing thing about the HP iPAQ is of course, its lack of features. Much critism has been made about its lack of built in Wi-Fi and CF card slots. Also, the battery is not replaceable and the overall package is very slightly a tab bulky. But bear in mind that having Wi-Fi is no great advantage for its monstrous consumption of its battery life and so does the CF slot; weakening Toshiba's e740 already unsatisfactory battery life. All in all, the HP iPAQ is definetely one of the best out there. But dont take my word for it.

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7 stars

Saw 3950 at PC Expo, Very fast!!

by on June 27, 2002

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Summary: I looked and played the new Ipaq 3950 at PC Expo and I found out that this thing is really fast! As fast as my old Palm Vx in scrolling ...

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Summary: I looked and played the new Ipaq 3950 at PC Expo and I found out that this thing is really fast! As fast as my old Palm Vx in scrolling through programs but for PocketPC. Truly awesome, the speed of Palm apps and power of PocketOS. It's definitely thinner than my current 3650 model and lighter. Please, put 802.11b so I can surf the web at home.

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Manufacturer: HP
Part number: 269809001
Description: The most expandable Pocket PC is now brighter and even more versatile. The iPAQ Pocket PC H3970 has the same sleek, elegant design as the H3800 series without compromising size, and offers more versatility and functionality for your business or personal entertainment. The iPAQ H3970 features integrated Bluetooth technology for wireless connections to a Bluetooth device like a phone or printer so you can surf the web, send and receive emails without any clumsy wires. The dazzling transflective display offers higher contrast, and better color saturation. The iPAQ H3970 features the fastest processor available, the 400MHz Intel X-Scale processor, which focuses on accelerating multimedia and security. Take advantage of the large flash ROM by storing your files or programs safely in the non-volatile area. Other features include an integrated universal remote control, image viewer with slide show, up to 18 hours battery life and secure digital expansion slot for future SDIO options.

General
Built-in devices Display, Speaker, Microphone, Touch screen
Dimensions (W x D x H) 3.3 in x 0.6 in x 5.3 in
Weight 6.5 oz
Included expansion base(s) Docking cradle
Localization Latin America
Operating System / Software
OS provided Microsoft Pocket PC 2002
Software included Clock, Inbox, Notes, Tasks, Backup, Memory, Calendar, Contacts, Solitaire, Utilities, Calculator, VPN Client, Pocket Word, Image Viewer, Pocket Excel, File Explorer, MSN Messenger, Spell Checker, ActiveSync 3.5, Voice Recorder, ListPro (Trial), Quick View Plus, Infrared Beaming, iPAQ Task Manager, Ilium eWallet (Trial), Microsoft Outlook 2002, Peacemaker Professional, Pocket Internet Explorer, Terminal Services Client, Jeode Java Virtual Machine, Margi Presenter-to-Go (Trial), iPresenter PowerPoint Converter, Windows Media Player 8.0 for Pocket PC, Xcellenet Device Management Agent (Trial), Microsoft Reader for ebooks and audio books
Memory
Installed RAM 64 MB DRAM
RAM technology SDRAM
Installed ROM 48 MB Flash
Flash memory installed None
Processor
Processor Intel 400 MHzXScale PXA250
Input Device
Input device type Stylus, Touch-screen, 5-way joystick
Audio
Digital audio standards supported MP3
Audio input type Microphone
Audio output type Speaker(s)
Voice recording capability Yes
Miscellaneous compliant standards CE, VCCI, C-Tick, FCC Class B certified
Telecom
Modem None

Display
Display type 3.8 in TFT active matrix
Display (projector) type LCD display
Color support 16-bit (64K colors)
Max resolution 240 x 320
Expansion / Connectivity
Wireless connectivity IrDA, Bluetooth
Port / Connector Type:Interface 1USB, 1Infrared, 1HeadphonesOutput, 1SerialRS-232
Connector Provided 4 pin USB Type A, IrDA, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 9 pin D-Sub (DB-9)
Expansion slot(s) total (free) 1 SD Memory Card
Total free slots 1
Power
Battery installed (max) 1 Lithium polymer Handheld battery
Max supported batteries 1
Power supply device Power adapter - External
Compliant standards cUL
Voltage required AC 100/240 V
System Requirements for PC connection
Slot Required None
Environmental Parameters
Operating temperature 32 ?F104 ?F
Operating humidity range 10 - 90%
Warranty
Service & support type 1 year warranty
Service / Support Details 1 year Limited warranty Parts and labor

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