HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion

Hewlett Packard Company is a recognized leader in the PDA market, and rare and its products went unnoticed by the general public. Suffice it to recall models such as the h5450 - the first PDA with an integrated fingerprint reader, h2210 - one of the best low cost handheld computers, hx4700 - the most powerful, at the time of its release, a business PDA. Model HP iPAQ rx5730 does not claim the laurels of their predecessors. This product is aimed at a narrow segment. This is evidenced, first of all, the name of the series - "Travel Companion" - a literal translation of "traveler's companion." In a series of "rx", HP includes several models. They differ fundamentally by the presence of Wi-Fi version 59hh, and its absence in the 57hh. The last two digits indicate the name of the region for which the apparatus is adapted. For Russia, designed the model with the designation rx5730. Many compare HP iPAQ rx5730 with Pocket PCs have feature GPS. However, the most reasonable to consider this unit as a GPS navigator with PDA functions. This confirms the positioning of the company Hewlett Packard, where she selects a series of "rx" from a number of common handheld computers. However, the possibility of PDA in the device or just do not cut and responsible for almost all modern requirements to such devices. For clarity, we suggest to familiarize with the characteristics in comparison with its closest competitors.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
Comparative table: HP iPAQ rx5730, MiTAC Mio P550, Asus A686, Loox N520

Supplied

As the title system, we can assume that its bundled accessories must be present to use the device in the car. And indeed, looking into a box, we find there is a car holder and two chargers. One is for a standard 220V outlet, and another for the car's cigarette lighter. Their design is universal, it can charge, not just the machine from a kit, but any other device equipped with a USB cable. Car Holder has the traditional design, it is attached with suction cups to the windshield. Attaching securely and conveniently. Adjusting the position in three planes and allows you to select the optimal position regardless of vehicle model and type of planting.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
Rather strange looks in the presence of bundled leather case, which has no devices for fastening the belt. However, its purpose becomes clear after the first trip in the car. And at the very moment when you have to remove the device from the cradle and remove the bag. The bag is made of thick leather and perfectly protects the unit from various sharp objects such as keys, key rings, metal coins, which are filled with an abundance of bags and pockets of clothing.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
    Full set includes:
  • PDA
  • Battery 1700 mAh
  • Charger 220
  • Car charger
  • 2 miniUSB-cable for charging and syncing
  • Car Holder
  • Drive with language from the companies Quarta
  • CD with additional software
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion

Ergonomics and Design

The device is made in atypical for Hewlett Packard's style. Unlike most predecessors, having strict, conservative cut casing, rx5730 looks modern and unusual. The device has the form of a rectangle with two rounded corners.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
The overall layout of controls involves the horizontal orientation of the device top and right faces are concave. This is not accidental - it is there most of the buttons, is responsible for calling in embedded applications. In spite of their small size they are comfortable and do not cause discomfort. Among them is a familiar and key «Power». It occupies the lowest position. Just above a button coup display above the call Windows Media Player Mobile. Still above the manufacturer put the start button navigation software. And finally, the topmost button is responsible for calling corporate applications Quick Launch, which will be discussed later.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
On the front surface, which, as well as the whole body is dispersed, most of the display is. To his right are three buttons: Five-way control key, a call to the menu «Start» button and the «Ok», who concurrently serves as the exit / closing applications.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
The stylus is located in the lower left corner and has a standard for the HP monolithic construction. It is worth noting that, for comfortable work with the unit above the designated device is almost not needed. Useful it may well, except that for text entry.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
On the upper face rx5730 are: key recorder, a slot for memory cards format SD / MMC supports SDIO interface and a hole for soft reset.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
The left side is responsible for the communication device's capabilities - are located here: miniUSB connector, 3.5 mm audio output jack and an external GPS antenna.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
In general ergonomics of the device is at a very high level. Get used to the horizontal orientation of the device can be 10-15 minutes. Particularly relevant is the button layout, it is possible eliminates the use of the stylus while driving.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion

Screen

The device's screen nothing remarkable is not allocated. Its resolution is standard 320x240 pixels at a diagonal to 3.5 inches. The only thing worth noting is very flexible - in the 21 division, lighting control.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
However the use of display a similar level in the rx5730 is justified. The device is positioned primarily as a navigator, and for these purposes it lacks the characteristics of a stock. Using the same fashion today, VGA displays only would increase the final cost of the device, while not adding to it facilities.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion

Speed ​​and memory

HP iPAQ rx5730 is based on a Samsung SC32442 processor at 400 MHz. In this case, the CPU usage Samsung is the best solution, the performance is quite enough for comfortable work with your device, and at the same time, power consumption is not as high.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
Before we show the test results, we note that in everyday use rx5730 worked without any complaints, quite quickly in response to any action. Testing is traditionally performed using Spb Benchmark, although in some tests, print out the error, probably due to the fact that the program is optimized for a previous version of the operating system Windows Mobile. Nevertheless, on Spb Benchmark tests can be folded a general idea of ​​system performance compared to competing models. The following charts show the processing speed of various operations by the processor.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
The diagrams are clearly visible two groups: the first CPU 400 MHz models have Mio and HP, the second - 312 MHz processors with FS and Asus. Minor discrepancies are due to errors in testing.At the next set of diagrams displayed the speed graphics. Here, despite the lower frequency of the processor in the lead processors Intel, which is due to the support teams Wireless MMX.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
As we have said, some tests on rx5730 were errors, so give final indices Spb Benchmark test does not make sense. Once again we would remind you that the overall device performance depends not only on processor speed and memory, but on the overall balance of the system, particularly important in this game, for example, the speed of memory, which, incidentally, the rx5730 is higher than those of competitors . The full test results can be found in the table below.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
Spb Benchmark: test results
More complete picture of performance in general, can be obtained by looking at the results of tests on the speed of video playback. To this end, we have traditionally used the TCPMP player version 0.72.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
The picture is quite predictable, HP iPAQ rx5730 confidently cope with video resolution of 640 x 352, but to save space, it is logical to pre-transcode video screen resolution of 320 x 240. As for memory, here we see the standard 64 MB RAM and 128 MB ROM. For the user data is available 79.6 MB, and the amount of RAM depends on whether the crack is installed or not. In the standard English language interface is less available memory is 43.22 mb, and after the localization of the company Quarta, free memory is 40.35 MB. However, this is enough to work with any application.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
HP iPAQ rx5730: memory to Russification
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
And now the pleasant: taking into account the specific positioning of the rx5730, as an assistant for travelers, it is logical that the PDA is equipped with 1 GB Flash-disk. This volume is enough to store the navigation software with lots of maps, various dictionaries, phrasebooks, travel guides, music and other programs that may be required away from home. If the 1 GB is not enough, the storage capacity can be increased with the card format SD. Supports cards up to 4 GB.

Sound

Evaluate the sound in a device designed primarily for navigation, at first glance, a rather futile exercise. The fact that someone will listen to your music with the built-in speaker is questionable, especially if you take into account that most users will use it in the car. However, the playback volume for this device nevertheless important as voice-tracking movement on a route used by the built-in speaker. With these objectives, the unit handles very well, "shouting" the unit, even at a moderate level. Do not forget also that the device is equipped with 3.5 mm jack and can function as an MP3 player. It would seem, what if the car has cassette recorder.But remember the current situation on the roads in major cities. In the rush hour traffic, many motorists are forced to use the subway for what would have time to get to an important meeting or conference. This is where the rx5730 will help pass the time for listening to your favorite music.

GPS

For navigation functions iPAQ rx5730 is used which has already become the standard for most browsers, the chip SiRFStar III. The major advantage is the ability to complete the work without a remote antenna. However, this did not prevent the manufacturer to supply the device connector under it.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
During testing, the device proved to be exclusively on the positive side. Cold start time was - a little less than 1 minute. Hot start - about 10 seconds. These values ​​are typical rather for specialized devices, rather than, than for Windows Mobile Pocket PC. As the navigation software c rx5730 comes Tom Tom Navigator 6. This product is considered one of the best in Europe. However, the official website of the company is still no word about Russia. Nevertheless, the rx5730 has a map of Moscow. Such a discrepancy can be explained by the fact that the Russian map is under revision and can not be considered a full-fledged commercial product. However, embedded in the finished device, it can be, since technically it is for the card money is not taken. However this is only speculation and the real situation may be quite different. If we talk about the quality of the built Tom Tom Navigator, the program is controversial emotions. The main nasty part - the lack of Russian language. All names are written with the help of transliteration, that is English letters. Accordingly, the streets will have to search through it, the long-forgotten, way of input. In fairness, it should be noted that the voice prompts all the same sound in Russian, though not always right, but still in Russian. All settings are made in English only, that just pushes the majority of users.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
HP iPAQ rx5730: Tom Tom: typing
However, on the shelves of Russian stores there is a sufficient number of navigation programs. In our case, we additionally tested the navigation capabilities with the upcoming program AUTOSPUTNIK. Its main advantages over the Tom Tom are: the presence of the Russian language, as in street names, and configured, the designation of building footprints, actual maps covering not only in Moscow and Moscow region, but most of Russia's support for downloading information on road conditions and so on. While the program is available bundled with some PDAs and navigators, for example, GlobalSat GV-370. But it is worth noting that are now actively being beta-testing program, and soon AUTOSPUTNIK arrive on store shelves.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
AUTOSPUTNIK: loading tubes
We note again that the iPAQ rx5730 running Windows Mobile, and consequently nothing prevents the user to install any navigation program based on their habits and predilections.

Sociability

Of the wireless interfaces in the rx5730 is represented only Bluetooth.Recall that in the older models with the index 59hh available as Wi-Fi. Manage wireless interfaces by default for all devices Hewlett Packard utility iPAQ Wireless. It has a Today-plugin management, which can include one or another type of communication by simply clicking on the appropriate icon on the desktop. It is a pity that in our case we do have only two: Bluetooth and GPS. It is also worth noting that the manufacturer has not supplied the apparatus support fashionable modern protocol A2DP (wireless stereo support). It is difficult to say whether there was such a demand would be an opportunity for navigation handheld, but her presence just would not prevent using the rx5730 as a MP3-player.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion

Runtime

The phone has a powerful 1700 mAh battery. In any similar device is not used a battery of such capacity. It is therefore quite logical to runtime rx5730. 1. Maximum load. Vykruchena the brightness to maximum volume of the speaker, too, is activated Bluetooth, and Windows Media Player in a cycle of plays "heavy" video. Battery life in this mode was 4 o'clock 46 minutes. 2. Normal operation. In this mode, all wireless modules have been disabled. The brightness set to minimum level. And while the PDA was started reading the text in Haali Reader with automatic scrolling. While working in this mode was 19 hours and 52 minutes. 3. MP3 Playback. Bluetooth is turned off, the backlight too. Windows Media Player play MP3-files with a bitrate of 192 kbps through wired headphones. While working in this mode was 21 hours 16 minutes. Below you can see the comparison of time working with competitors.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
In general, as you can see, the results are very good. Ahead of our competitors only Asus A686, which, however, not surprising, because the CCP from this manufacturer are considered to be the most-lasting.

Soft

We have become accustomed, that all devices operating on the basis of WM5.0 are factory localization. However, in the case of the iPAQ rx5730 situation is not standard. Turn on the camera, we see an English interface. Russify it can use the included language pack from the company Quarta. He completely and totally accurate translation, the entire interface, including custom built-in applications. The only exception is Tom Tom Navigator. Its only drawback is the need to be reinstalled after the Hard Reset, all other parameters it does not yield to the factory Russification. Company Hewlett Packard never stint on the preloaded software, rx5730 was no exception. Among the list of pre-installed software: iPAQ Wireless - Wireless Connection Manager, which we wrote above.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
iPAQ Audio - a standard application for all the company's products, its main function is the higher quality sound system, using an advanced equalizer.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
HP Photosmart Mobile - the same standard for the HP utility. Intended to be read and work with images. Its main advantage over the standard tools of Windows Mobile - the rapid discovery of even a very "heavy" pictures.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
Today Panel Lite - like all the previous program, this application is included in the standard package of Hewlett Packard. It displays the Today screen information about battery charge, the amount of free memory and adds a slider backlighting.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
Quick Launch - a simple launcher that facilitates use of the device without a stylus. On his desk made five of the most pressing, according to the manufacturer points. Unfortunately, to argue with this view will not work because the application can not modify the list.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
World Mate - a powerful package designed for people who are actively moving around the world. It includes: world time (simultaneous display of 5 selected cities), weather (when upgrading pumped forecast for cities all known program), a world map, currency converter (the upgrade is pumped into the course for all well-known program of currency), currency converter, phone codes of all countries and a directory of clothing sizes. The package includes full version of the program. It is noteworthy that when buying it separately, it costs $ 34.95.
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion
HP iPAQ rx5730 Travel Companion

Price

In chain stores MakTsentr - Computer in the palm of the cost of HP iPAQ rx5730 at the time of publication of the survey is 12,330 rubles. This is the standard price for the device in its class. Products of Hewlett Packard's never belonged to the category of cheap. All its devices tend to lean to the premium class. Therefore, this price looks quite reasonable.

Conclusions

In assessing this unit it is important to clearly understand its positioning. This is not a PDA with GPS, a navigator with PDA capabilities. And if we consider the HP iPAQ rx5730 from this point of view, the unit deserves the very positive feedback. He copes with the navigational task and, unlike the specialized devices that sense it is almost as good as can be used for a variety of additional purposes, for example, as watching videos or reading books. The latter two possibilities may be of interest to any driver, given the number of traffic jams in major cities. But not only motorists will be interesting this unit, not in vain, he bears a proud name «Travel companion». It was a long journey can fully appreciate all the preinstalled software suite. Application World Mate, will find the time difference, weather, and even the local currency. A navigation software will not let go astray in an unfamiliar city.
    Pros:
  • Powerful battery
  • Modern (SiRFStar III) GPS chip
  • Large set of pre-installed software
  • 1 GB of internal memory
    Cons:
  • Lack of factory location
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I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class

Our today's hero - i-mate JAMA - another rookie, arrived at the regiment cost smartphones running Windows Mobile. I must say that the lower price segment of the market is still emerging, credited mainly due to product manufacturers who have come to the market relatively recently (for example, Voxtel). Gradually the process of connecting and such grandees as HTC with his communicator HTC P3400, and the company i-mate. We recall not so long ago, both companies played in the same field. HTC manufactures mobile devices, i-mate sold them under its own brand. However, with the release of the first shadow of partnership was terminated. i-mate actually dropped out of the race. However, after some time, the company again announced his first announcement, and then the presentation of the i-mate JAMA, and the more expensive line of Ultimate. I must say that i-mate time to respond to the market request. WM-budget class of devices has only recently emerged into the light. So now it is possible to win back some former position, proposed to allocate the competition decision. In general, let's look at the characteristics of JAMA.
    Features:
  • Operating system: Windows Mobile 5.0 Pocket PC Phone Edition AKU 3.2
  • Processor: Samsung SC32442X with a 300 MHz
  • Screen: 2.4 "TFT c 320x240 pixels, supporting 65 000 colors, no backlighting
  • Memory: 64 MB RAM (39.45 MB available), ROM - 128 MB (61.26 MB)
  • Memory Expansion: microSD
  • Communication: GSM 900/1800 MHz, GPRS Class B, Multi-slot standard class 10, Bluetooth 1.2, MiniUSB for charging / synchronization
  • Camera: 2 megapixel with a mirror for self portrait
  • Battery: removable Li-Ion 1020 mAh capacity
  • Dimensions and weight: 106x52.5x15.6 mm and 110 g
  • Price: 12 thousand rubles
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class
So, the first difference from the ordinary budget models, is striking - it's processor power. In the JAMA installed 300 MHz stone, in defiance of the majority of my classmates, equipped with 200 MHz. Tests show that our hero is actually faster than its competitors, but on this below. Another difference, though not one - is the diagonal: 2.4 "vs. 2.8" for most. On the one hand, the small screen does not add to the attractiveness of the device, and the other at the expense of such a solution can reduce the size of the unit to almost conventional telephone, as well as extend battery life. And so it was a case of JAMA. However, first things first. Among the devices and competitors of our hero can distinguish these state employees from other manufacturers like HTC P3400 and Voxtel W520. From the first, our hero has a more compact overall dimensions of the screen, and the second - the lack of Wi-Fi. In addition, JAMA equipped and more powerful processor with 300 MHz vs. 200 MHz rivals, as well as a slightly lower price at the start. Well, if you go into the details, then each of the aforementioned devices, a type of expansion slots: the i-mate is a diminutive microSD, a HTC P3400 - Classic SD / MMC / SDIO, and at Voxtel W520 - miniSD.

Set

i-mate JAMA will be delivered as usual for an inexpensive device included:
  • Mains Charger
  • miniUSB sync cable
  • Stereo
  • CD with software
  • User
  • Battery 1020 mAh.
As can be seen, no frills. Everything is strictly the case.

Design

i-mate JAMA looks like a typical government employees - a very low profile. Case color - light gray graphite. Plastic, as befits an economy version, inexpensive, and therefore not very resistant to severe mechanical stress. Meanwhile, JAMA is not devoid of elegance in the form of compact size and small screen. And, characteristically, is more attractive from behind than in front, through the camera lens, decorated with a large silver-rimmed with the grille on the sides.
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class
The main advantage of JAMA - is its light weight and super sizes. According to these indicators, our hero is almost champion, if not taking into account the latest HTC Touch, presented by the other day. The reverse side of such a compact - a stripped-down to 2.4 "diagonal screen. Let us estimate the appearance and ergonomics of the device. FACIAL seems too concise and simple. Hlipkovato executed block navigation keys that are protected by a transparent plastic plate coated with a notation. In the process of using fears are confirmed: buttons do not differ very adequate tactile feedback, that is not always clear whether there was depression. In addition, confusing sometimes confuses slow response of the system. All the buttons - four: two regular phone (reception and hang up calls) and two soft keys. Left at long-term retention is the Start menu, right to operate the button "OK". Unfortunately, it does not indicated on the buttons. But in any case, glad that, thanks to this dual function buttons, the device can be operated practically without a stylus. For simple manipulation committed on the run, the pen "discovery" is not necessary. individual problems is a key drop call, combined with the power button. It is only for one second overtime it as JAMA, blinking screen, turn off, instead of turn on. Perhaps this is costs of the engineering model. Let us hope that in the serial device, we're not confronted with such problems. However, the management of the device would still have to get used to. Four-way navigation button, as well as the confirmation key, inscribed in its center, almost above the surface, so that manipulate it is not very convenient. Directional buttons also are not as sensitive as we would like, can not be said about the confirmation button. With her in this respect is just fine. However, all the above points are not critical. To manage JAMA quite possible to adapt himself.
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class
The only thing you can not get used to - it's a stylus, or more precisely, the process of its withdrawal from the foam. First, the pen is mightier than recessed into the slot, and, secondly, on his arm practically no clues, which usually rests on the nail when you need to get it. Thirdly, the location of the foam - in the lower right corner - also facilitates the procedure. In the end, remove it from the nest can only be the second or third attempt. Perhaps this is again a "childhood diseases" of the engineering model. It would like to hope so. The more so that the stylus itself - is quite good and comfortable, sliding design.
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class
With regard to the location of other elements, everything is simple and logical, all in their places, except for the expansion slot, which is usually located on the top, but in our case, handed down on the left side. On the right side there is a large and convenient volume control buttons, normally fail in their duties, as well as a camera launch button that can be reprogrammed for other tasks. Slightly lower, as already mentioned, posted silo.
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class
At the top end is a loop for attaching lace, rare in communicators. True, in this case it is justified, given the phone size and weight of the machine.
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class
And just below, at the end, there is a standard miniUSB connector for charging and syncing the device, coupled with a 2.5 mm jack for a headset.
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class
Back, as usual, contains a battery compartment, covered by easily removable lid. Above the bay is eye 2-megapixel camera with a self-portrait mirror, surrounded by a grille. Assembled unit on a "four", since little squeaks and "play" battery cover. For the design of JAMA also deserves a four, but with a minus for not fully thought-out ergonomics.
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class

Screen

Features screen i-mate JAMA, in general, the standard for the device - it transflektiv with a resolution of 320x240 pixels, 65,536 colors, if you do not take into account several smaller diagonal of the unit - with the usual 2.8 "to 2.4".
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class
Disadvantages of this size are obvious, and plus - a clearer picture than the "colleagues" with classic diagonal. However, the brightness of this display is clearly lacking. So much so that we tested did not copy was provided of its turn-based regulation, which is available to all communicators. Thus, the screen can either disable or enable. Available brightness, of course, is not enough to work with JAMA in the sun. However, for artificial light and total darkness the screen is read without problems, but not impressive richness of colors. Viewing angles of the matrix - tolerant.
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class

Speed ​​and memory

As mentioned above, i-mate JAMA 300 MHz processor installed Samsung - not the low-power version of the possible. On the contrary, most affordable device uses 200 MHz OMAP. And, as confirmed by our tests, it is due to the advantages of 100 MHz, our hero goes around its major competitors.
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class
The full test results can be found below.
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class
Spb Benchmark: test results
Subjective observations confirm these figures, almost all the tests, i-mate JAMA showed results higher than those of competitors, with the exception of tests on the performance of the graphics. Machine really works with virtually no brakes, applications open almost instantly. Test using TCPMP only confirms these results.
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class
And here JAMA confidently traverses competitors. You may well be able to look at this phone video resolution of 320x240, which his rivals simply do not pull. As for memory, there could hardly expect any surprises. On board the standard 64 MB RAM and 128 MB of permanent memory. Of the total amount of RAM available for use 39.45 mb and the total volume of ROM for storing data and installing programs allocated 61.26 MB. For the first time this reserve may be enough for undemanding users, but then still have to buy a memory card. The supported standard - microSD up to 2 GB.
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class

Sound

Audio capabilities JAMA - standard for the class. On the back of the camera lens are located around the speakers. Despite attempts to equip the unit in stereo speakers, no visible effect to no avail - too little distance between them. In general, the sound coming out of them - average quality, with a characteristic hoarse on bass. By voice dynamics have no complaints. Always good to hear about at a moderate level. Sound, which give regular headphones, as the average. However, those who are going to listen to MP3 on this unit is still better to include other "ears".For these purposes, will have to stock an adapter from 2.5 mm to 3.5 mm. With regard to call volume, it will have i-mate is very average, it is better to set it to max, so as not to miss a call in noisy environments. Vibrate force is also low.

Sociability

Telephone part in JAMA - not the strongest. This device operates on GSM networks only in two bands of 900 and 1800 MHz. However, this will be enough for our latitude. EDGE support is also not available to the users received a standard GPRS class B, which is able to secure a decent job with the Internet and e-mail. For web-surfing a few screen is too small, however, for quick access to information that is enough. With regard to other wireless interfaces, here we only have Bluetooth version 1.2. Supports all common profiles including A2DP. Set common stack from Microsoft c familiar laconic driver. Module works flawlessly: no problem get in touch with a mobile phone, PDA and sends / receives files, and also connects to a wireless headset. Unfortunately, the device is not Wi-Fi as opposed to one of the major competitors - Voxtel W520.
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class

Runtime

i-mate JAMA is equipped with a lithium-ion battery of 1020 mAh. Let's see what the results will show the product on our standardized tests. 1. Maximum load. Backlight is turned on, the speaker volume set to maximum, including Bluetooth module via Windows Media Player in the cycle is played a "heavy" video. Battery life in this mode was - 5 hours and 40 minutes. 2. Reading of the text. All wireless modules are disabled. Turn on the backlight. On the PDA started reading the text in Haali Reader with automatic scrolling. Time work was - 21 hours 10 minutes. 3. MP3 Playback. Bluetooth and the screen turned off. Listening through headphones at maximum volume. Used a standard Media Player and composition with a constant bit rate (192 kb / c). Hours - 19 hour and 20 minutes. Well, the result is quite exemplary. With an average load device is able to work a maximum of 2.5 days without recharging, so before the third day of his better recharge. But the results look like i-mate against the backdrop of "classmates".
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class
In most cases, despite a less capacious battery, our hero is able to last longer than others, because, apparently, very inexpensive to power the screen (without backlighting).

Luggage

Camera installed in the i-mate JAMA, too mediocre, to give it much attention. This is a 2-megapixel CMOS sensor, a fairly high noise level. Of the additional "linkage" is present only self-portrait mirror. There is no flash or autofocus. In principle, it would all be forgiven for state employees, if not the quality level of the resulting photographs. They are usually not so cut that cast doubt on the desirability of the camera itself. More or less satisfactory shots out only in bright sunlight. Virtually everything done in the premises, does not hold water. You can take pictures at the following resolutions: 1600x1200, 1280x960, 640x480, 352x280, 320x240, 176x144, 160x120.The settings are available: capture modes (photo, video, portrait, series, self-timer), the quality, brightness, contrast, white balance and 6x zoom. Video can be recorded only in the resolution of 176x144 pixels. Examples of the photo look a little lower.
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class
i-mate JAMA: the example photo (jpg, 1600x1200, 469,9 Kb)
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class
i-mate JAMA: the example photo (jpg, 1600x1200, 958 KB)
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class
i-mate JAMA: the example photo (jpg, 1600x1200, 329,4 Kb)
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class
i-mate JAMA: the example photo (jpg, 1600x1200, 255,4 Kb)

Software

The device runs Windows Mobile 5.0 Pocket PC Phone Edition AKU 3.2 with a standard set of software. Interestingly, in respect of additional software for i-mate, things unexpectedly well. Of course, we can not say that the machine is packed full program, but for an inexpensive device such selection is not typical. Judge for yourself. First, the JAMA preinstalled proprietary software suite from i-mate, which includes the following programs: i-mate 1-View - an application for sharing files with remote users directly from your device. After registering your account at your fingertips 100 MB on the server i-mate, where you can upload any data in that volume. If you want more volume, will subscribe for an additional fee.
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class
i-mate BackUp - backup software that allows you to save valuable data on the same server, i-mate, in the same amount not to exceed 100 MB. i-mate Profile Controller - simple program to work with phone profiles with a limited number of the add and settings within the profile (you can adjust the volume, ringer type, name).
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class
Second, to the user to do the same antivirus eTrust Antivirus and emulator Java.
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class
Another of the additions can be distinguished Today-plugins manipulated profiles and Windows Media Player Mobile.
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class
And finally, best of all, that the list of regular games supplemented by three nice gizmos - i-Mate 3D Bowling, i-Mate Dominoes and puzzles i-Mate Number Place. All these toys are well made, exciting, and quite capable to brighten up the leisure user the first time.
I-mate JAMA: one representative of the budget class

Price issue

i-mate JAMA should appear on sale in late July of this year. At the beginning of sales of retail price costavit about 12 thousand rubles. This is one of the most inexpensive communicators today.

Output

i-mate JAMA, of course, stars from the sky is not enough. This humble workhorse for those beginners who are not set on going to spend on a mobile phone running Windows Mobile more than that amount. However, for all its shortcomings (the controversial design and ergonomics, there is no backlighting, poor camera, etc.) the merits of the novelty still more. Among them, first of all, affordable starting price, along with balanced performance (not the low-power processor), as well as good results, which showed our character in the basic tests. For clarity, as usual we expand all the pluses and minuses on the shelves.
    Pros:
  • ultra-compact dimensions
  • high performance for budget class
  • good selection of additional software
  • Good battery life
    Cons:
  • ergonomic flaws (the removal of the stylus from the slot, power button failure, combined with the drop call)
  • lack of backlighting
  • Weak camera
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