Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard Model#: H22.15 Weight: 3.40lbs Height: 4..5"     Width: .3" Length: " Average Rating: 4 out of 5 Stars	Retail Price: $449.00 Online Sale Price:
Features: A sleek Pocket PC with the optimal combination of features, performance, and expandability Compact Flash and Secure Digital slots for flexibility and convenience in storage and expansion Integrated Bluetooth for wireless communication with other Bluetooth devices Removable/rechargeable Lithium-lon battery for on the go power What's in the box: HP iPAQ Pocket PC, USB Desktop cradle/charger, AC Adapter, Slip case, battery, getting started poster; charger adapter; HP iPAQ Pocket PC Companion CD

User Submitted HP iPAQ 2215 Pocket PC Reviews (cont...)

When I was searching for a PDA, I wanted one with an abundance of features and this little gadget has exceeded my expectations. It makes my train commute go by fast because I can read the news and listen to music. I bought it right before the 4000 series came out and I was going to wait for that one but I couldn't wait a few weeks. So far, I haven't regretted my decision. I think it's best if you find the one PDA that suites your needs instead of waiting for the 'next great thing' because if you wait, then you'll keep putting it off.

p.s. Back then, I did take a look at the Dell's Axim, Sharp's Zaurus, and Sony's Clie but the Ipaq 2210's seemed to be the most versatile.

Date: 2004-03-05
Pocket PC better than Palm
I just bought this Ipaq two days ago and I could'nt be happier on what i spent my 500 bucks on (with accessories).
So far I have one MP3 file and 4 high resolution photos on it and I still have about 25 megabytes of storage left good for maybe another 20 pics or about 6 mp3's. The windos media player can't play avi files though, but it's really easy to fix that just download the divx player for pocket pcs and start watching. Im buying a 265 MB Compactflash card so that I can watch my movies on the road and in school. Remember that a 500MB divx file will be a lot smaller on your IPAQ, depends what kind of resolution it was encoded in. The bluetooth is cool if you have a bluetooth enabled phone so that you can use your minutes to browse online, but intergrated 802.11b would be a lot better since I have a wireless network at home. I recommend this to anyone who is considering it and now Im gonna leave to go play with my ipaq. The only reason I gave this IPAQ a 4 out of 5 is because I have had it forn only two days, but if it works well and I know it will Ill give it a five.

Date: 2004-03-03
Trip the Light Fantastic!
Unlike other PDA's I've owned, the 2215 is a joy: it's light and compact, it has great included software, and ability to use both Compact Flash and Smart Media cards is a lifesaver. Moving from a Toshiba 310e, I was quite struck at the 2215's thinness and lightness. It's much easier to carry in a suit pocket and bulges less. I don't use the Bluetooth and it now (2/2004) appears that Intel will be abandoning the standard. Should you get a PDA with built-in Wifi? Do you need WiFi all the time? Do you need the bulk? This is a thin and light PDA.

I've not had the problems other people report, except with the occasionally quirky third party software (although after buying, you should download the latest patches from HP support). People have reported that the plastic side-bars fall-off, but HP will in many cases replace. I've not had that problem, but I immediately bought a case.

HP's included software includes a task manager (often an add-on for other PDAs), with shortcuts to Backup, Image viewing, and settings. The included backup program is fantastic and has saved my rear-end. Use it!

Speaking of the need for backup, I have accidentally entirely re-set my device, loosing everything, but it had been backed-up earlier that day, so I lost only an appoinement. I don't know the cause and have been unable to replicate. That's one more reason to backup.

Three additional thoughts: buy yourself a nice case since really adds to your comfort (I bought a somewhat expensive flip-top leather Sena Case www.senacases.com); purchase a better LCD screen protector (such as WriteSHIELD, available discounted through sites like PocketPCPassion); and spend a few bucks on add-on software. For an Outlook add-on try Pocket Informant (Handango.com or pocketinformant.com); for Explorer try Pocket Commander (freeware at www.freewareppc.com). You might also check the "most popular" and "highest rated" categories at Handango.

Date: 2004-02-29
No complaints so far
I've had this iPaq for about 5 months, and I've been very pleased with it so far. I almost got the h1940 (the smallest one available) when I saw this in the shop. What made me go for this one was the fact that it has both CF and SD card slots, which makes it infinitly expandable without lugging a gigantic expansion sleeve just for a PCMCIA card. The h1940 is simply not WiFi ready, and the more powerful, built-in-WiFi units are just too bulky. So I think it's a fair compromise to have the small package size of this and the CF slot expandability. I never saw the value in the built-in bluetooth device until I bought a new, bluetooth-ready cell phone. Now I can use the phone to access the internet via GPRS and download email even when I'm roaming internationally (thank God for GSM networks in America!)

I haven't encountered any of the reliability problems with the iPaq some reviewers have mentioned, but I did manage to break the hotsync cradle on the first day I used it, and now the charger won't operate properly. Otherwise everything that comes with it works smoothly and without fuss. All in all, I think HP has a fundamentally good platform to develope future iPaqs (a higher resolution display and faster processor will do nicely).

Date: 2004-02-27
My first PDA & I LOVE it!!!
I bought my HP iPaq 2210 in August 2003 and have had no problems at all. It's the very first PDA I've ever used and it has definitely sold me on them! The couple of questions I've had, HP quickly and courteously answered. In, fact I'm planning on getting another one for my husband!

I need to get a new laptop/desktop for home and because of my satisfaction with my iPAQ, I will probably get an HP.