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HP iPAQ 514 Voice Messenger review

General
Dimensions (W x H x D): 48.6x16.3x107 mm
Weight: 102 g
Form factor: candy bar
Built-in devices: camera
OS & software
Operating system: Windows Mobile 6.0
Software included: Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, Voice Recorder, Notes, Pocket Internet Explorer, Windows Media Player 10 , Calculator, Solitaire, Bubble Breaker, Inbox, File Explorer, VoIP client, Bluetooth Manager, Terminal Services Client, VPN Client, Clock, Memory, Volume control. Word, Excel and Power Point, Microsoft DRM, SIM Toolkit; HP iPAQ DataConnect settings, HP iPAQ Help and Support, HP iPAQ QuickStart Guide, HP iPAQ Tips, HP iPAQ Setup Assistant, Certificate Enroller, Asset viewer, HP iPAQ Shortcuts, VoiceReply to emails, Cyberon Voice Command, MMS Composer, JVM (MIDP 2.0, CLDC 1.1)
Synchronisation software: ActiveSync
Desktop software: Outlook
Networks
2G: GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800, GSM 1900
2.5G: GPRS, EDGE
Memory
Memory expansion: MicroSD
On-board memory: 128 MB
Display
Display type: transflective TFT
Display size: 2 in
Native resolution: 176x220 pixels
Colour depth: 16 bits
Messaging & data
Messaging services supported: SMS, MMS
Internet browser: Yes
Email client: Yes
Email protocols supported: POP3, IMAP4
Java: Yes
Connectivity / expansion
Docking cradle: No
Wired connections: USB
Wireless PAN: Bluetooth 1.2
Wireless LAN: 802.11b, 802.11g
Expansion slot: microSD
Power
Battery type: Li-ion
Service & support
Standard warranty: 1 year
Miscellaneous
Accessories: AC adapter, USB sync/charge cable car charger, documentation kit
Phone
Ringtones: real music
Vibrating alert: Yes
Built-in phonebook: yes
Calendar: Yes
Alarm clock: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Voice dialling: Yes
Voice recording: Yes
Camera
Max still image size: 1280x1024 pixels
Camera resolution: 1.3 megapixels
Flash: No
Video recording: Yes
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Overview

HP iPAQ 514 Voice Messenger

Editors rating
Rating: 8.0
Verdict

The Windows Mobile 6-based iPAQ 514 Voice Messenger is attractively priced, although some (generally sensible) compromises have been made. Overall, HP’s first foray into the Windows Mobile smartphone market is very impressive.

Typical price

£ 159

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