Product Description
The Dell 624 MHz Axim X51v delivers performance connectivity and a
brilliant VGA display in a sleek sophisticated design. Powered by the
Intel XScale PXA270 Processor at 624 MHz 64 MB SDRAM and 256 MB Flash
ROM the device offers excellent performance. This handheld comes
equipped with the Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 operating system with
Windows Media Player 10 Mobile. It includes an integrated CompactFlash
Type II and Secure Digital/SDIO Now!/MMC card slots for flexible expansion. Featuring a 3.5 mm headphone / headset jack for headsets
this handheld also includes an Intel 2700G multimedia accelerator with
16 MB video memory. In addition the built-in microphone and speaker
ensure easy recording while you are on the go. Moreover the integrated
Wi-Fi (802.11b) and Bluetooth wireless technologies offer flexible
connectivity options.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #6777 in Office Product
- Color: Black
- Brand: Dell
- Model: Axim X51v
- Dimensions: .67" h x 2.87" w x 4.69" l, 2.00 pounds
Features
- Intel® XScaleTM PXA270 624MHz
- 3.7 inches 480*640 VGA TFT Color LCD
- Intel® 2700G multimedia accelerator with 16MB video memory
- 256MB ROM / 64MB SDRAM Integrated 802.11b and BluetoothTM Wireless Technologies
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Customer Reviews
First thing you'll notice about this excellent PDA is the brilliant
screen. The resolution is 640x480 and it looks spectacular. Movies and
games look absolutely great and text is very easy to read. The system
itself is very fast, (other than boot up after a soft reset, which takes
10-20 seconds) and the Windows Mobile 5.0 is a welcome addition. No
longer do you have to worry about losing your data because the battery
died.
It has both a Compact Flash and SD slot for expanded memory. Dell includes a host of software on the system as well as more on the included discs. Everything you need from word processing to powerpoint, even 3D games is included, (not all software is free, some is trial). And speaking of 3D capabilities, the X51v is no slouch. The 624 MHz version plays anything you throw at it. Quake Mobile runs perfectly on this machine and looks fantastic doing it. The overall 3D capabilities are just outstanding.
The design and feel are great and the buttons on the side are well placed. There is a voice record button as well as as a wireless access button. The directional pad on the unit could be a tad more intuitive, but the only need for that is games. The unit is solidly built and feels that way.
Overall I think the X51v is a very capable machine and quite possibly the best PDA on the market.
It has both a Compact Flash and SD slot for expanded memory. Dell includes a host of software on the system as well as more on the included discs. Everything you need from word processing to powerpoint, even 3D games is included, (not all software is free, some is trial). And speaking of 3D capabilities, the X51v is no slouch. The 624 MHz version plays anything you throw at it. Quake Mobile runs perfectly on this machine and looks fantastic doing it. The overall 3D capabilities are just outstanding.
The design and feel are great and the buttons on the side are well placed. There is a voice record button as well as as a wireless access button. The directional pad on the unit could be a tad more intuitive, but the only need for that is games. The unit is solidly built and feels that way.
Overall I think the X51v is a very capable machine and quite possibly the best PDA on the market.
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I have to say that this is a truly usable PDA finally. Before WM5, the
risk of data loss is totally rediculous and unworthy. Now with WM5, the
ROM works as a harddrive and whala, no more data loss.
However, it is EXTREMELY IMPORTANT that you update and fix the MS activesync problem before you can enjoy the solid-build X51. it is still unbelivable for me that Dell and Microsoft failed to fix this problem before shipping x51/x51v out to customers. The ROM update is not necessary. Simple set activesync to be manually lauched instead of the default automatic update. All the problems with battery drain, CF card missing and white screen of death just disappeared. With my casual use, a fully charged battery lasts over a week. I use it as my digital diary, calculator, game console, dictionary, media/file portable storage, and lot more. Absolute worth every penny of it. However, one flaw is that the bluetooth stack does not work with wireless headphones (any tips?). Otherwise, it can also be dubbed as a wireless phone/MP3 player.
I owened this unit for almost a year and now I regret I did not choose the wifi and vga version (x51v). I only had to replace the battery last month after almost one year of use, which maybe due to my constant recharge eveytime I sync with my PC. Now I am thinking about getting the extra wifi card so I can use it as a wifi phone with Skype. Better yet, now there are third-party larger capacity batteries available and I found one 1800 mah battery that can fit with Dell's leather case. Perfect!
Overall this is a perfect unit, and I would recommend everyone to get x51v instead of x51. The extra money is definitely worth it.
Update:
I called Dell today and just realized that the battery is still under waranty, but they want me to return the old one. So remeber to keep the bad battery otherwise you might need to pay for it! Another annoyance was that it kept warning me that the battery latch was open and the pda needs to be turned off to keep data safe. I found a fix on Aximsite. Just put a tiny drop of nail polish to the small button on the left hole for the pins on the battery cover. This will increase the thickness of the button and kept it firmly pushed down by the cover pins.
However, it is EXTREMELY IMPORTANT that you update and fix the MS activesync problem before you can enjoy the solid-build X51. it is still unbelivable for me that Dell and Microsoft failed to fix this problem before shipping x51/x51v out to customers. The ROM update is not necessary. Simple set activesync to be manually lauched instead of the default automatic update. All the problems with battery drain, CF card missing and white screen of death just disappeared. With my casual use, a fully charged battery lasts over a week. I use it as my digital diary, calculator, game console, dictionary, media/file portable storage, and lot more. Absolute worth every penny of it. However, one flaw is that the bluetooth stack does not work with wireless headphones (any tips?). Otherwise, it can also be dubbed as a wireless phone/MP3 player.
I owened this unit for almost a year and now I regret I did not choose the wifi and vga version (x51v). I only had to replace the battery last month after almost one year of use, which maybe due to my constant recharge eveytime I sync with my PC. Now I am thinking about getting the extra wifi card so I can use it as a wifi phone with Skype. Better yet, now there are third-party larger capacity batteries available and I found one 1800 mah battery that can fit with Dell's leather case. Perfect!
Overall this is a perfect unit, and I would recommend everyone to get x51v instead of x51. The extra money is definitely worth it.
Update:
I called Dell today and just realized that the battery is still under waranty, but they want me to return the old one. So remeber to keep the bad battery otherwise you might need to pay for it! Another annoyance was that it kept warning me that the battery latch was open and the pda needs to be turned off to keep data safe. I found a fix on Aximsite. Just put a tiny drop of nail polish to the small button on the left hole for the pins on the battery cover. This will increase the thickness of the button and kept it firmly pushed down by the cover pins.
