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    Dell temporarily pulled from its US Web site an operating system fix for its Axim X5 handhelds after some people used the patch to do unauthorised upgrades from older versions of the OS.

  • Vertical PDAs: On the road again

    The choice of operating system for a personal digital assisant (PDA) is effectively down to two— Palm OS or Pocket PC—but the variety of choices for the handheld itself is very impressive. We test three of the best, and see what’s coming up soon.

  • J2ME shortcoming opens door for Microsoft

    In the war between two of the world's biggest mobile platforms, a weakness in one J2ME spec could give Microsoft an opportunity to gain preference with developers.

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  • Vertical PDAs: On the road again

    The choice of operating system for a personal digital assisant (PDA) is effectively down to two— Palm OS or Pocket PC—but the variety of choices for the handheld itself is very impressive. We test three of the best, and see what’s coming up soon.

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  • Dell Axim X3 300MHz

    While it isn't loaded with features, this 300MHz handheld is an inexpensive and reliable Pocket PC.

  • Dell pulls OS fix for handhelds

    Dell temporarily pulled from its US Web site an operating system fix for its Axim X5 handhelds after some people used the patch to do unauthorised upgrades from older versions of the OS.

  • Update slows Dell handhelds, say owners

    An update to the Microsoft software in Dell Computer's Axim has caused the handheld device's performance to slow, according to some owners--but the companies say they don't see any problem.

  • Axim X5: Dell's elusive PDA

    Dell's debut handheld is high on features and low in price, making it hard to resist, but Australian release dates are still elusive. You could always import one.

  • First Take: Dell Axim X5

    In true Dell style, the PC maker's new Axim X5 Pocket PC comes with a choice of processor speed and storage capacity and is packed to the gills with impressive features.

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