Sprint recently released the new Palm Treo with Bluetooth, GPS maps and navigation running the new Windows Mobile 6.1 software. Unlike previous Treo’s running the Windows Mobile software, this Treo brings the useful shortcut feature from the Palm Treos. And unlike the IPhone, the Treo battery can be easily replaced in the field by easily snaping open the battery cover.
Tested by Tracer Pro in Hillsborough County, the Treo 800W proved to have less dropped calls than the Iphone on the 3G network. (Switching off the 3G on the Iphone minimized the dropped call). GPS turn by turn navigation with Garmin like maps was a breeze (turn by turn is not available on the IPhone without the purchase of additional add on software). While a great improvement over the previous Windows Treo, the Treo browser still does not hold a candle to the IPhone Safari Browser. The overall screen clarity of the IPhone still has all other devices beat not to mention the automatic change in orientation from portrait to landscape which the Treo does not have.
Also new with this Treo is Stereo Bluetooth and embeded Wi-Fi. This PDA Phone is a great value at $249. Installing the Tracer Work Order Software turns this device into a great Vehicle Tracking business utility for companies in the Landscape, HVAC and Real Estate Property Management industries. Sales Force Automation is also improved with Tracer’s GPS compatability which integrates GPS information into the users work flow (so the user does not have to open a separate application to make use of GPS, navigation or map functions).
Highlights
Mobile versions of Microsoft Office, Outlook and Internet Explorer
Wireless Email - Corporate and Personal
Key Features
Sprint TV® enabled
Speakerphone
Built-in camera
Web, email capable
Bluetooth
External display
GPS enabled
Memory card slot
Broadband speeds where available