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| Hewlett Packard Jornada 720 Handheld PC | 
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| Brand: Hewlett-Packard
Category: CE
List Price: $899.99
Buy Used: $129.99
You Save: $770.00 (86%)
New (3) Used (13) Refurbished (2) from $129.99
Avg. Customer Rating:  40 reviews
Sales Rank: 20684
Platforms: Windows Nt, Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows 95
Media: Electronics
Batteries Included: Yes
CPU Speed: 206
System Memory: 32
Native Resolution: 640 x 240
Modem: Fax / modem
Connectivity: Infrared
Display Size: 6.5
Battery: Rechargeable
Compatibility: PC USB
Includes MP3 Player: 1
Removable Memory: PC Card
Size: Small Handheld PC
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.1
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 3.7 x 1.3
Warranty: 1 Year Limited
MPN: 1816A
Model: 1816A
ASIN: B00004ZEPB
Availability: Usually ships in 4-5 business days
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| Features:
| • | Get fast performance with 206 MHz processor, 32 MB SDRAM, and 2-D graphics acceleration | | • | Features 640 x 240 screen and 3/4-size keyboard | | • | Powered by rechargeable lithium-ion battery | | • | Includes pocket versions of familiar Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint as well as Internet Explorer for Handheld PC | | • | What's in the box: Jornada 720, Stylus, AC adapter, Rechargeable lithium-ion battery, USB Docking cradle, Sync cable, User Manual |
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Amazon.com Review
One of the nice things about Windows CE devices is that manufacturers don't have to stick to a specific design. They can make large screens or small screens, add keyboards or rely solely on the touch screen for input, and basically do whatever they want. Hewlett-Packard decided to make a do-anything device when they designed the Jornada 720, and on most counts they have succeeded. The device sports a keyboard just large enough for comfortable touch typing and a large 640 x 240 screen that makes Web browsing and document editing much easier than is the case with a smaller device. This useful combination means that most people will be able to use the Jornada 720 as a notebook computer replacement. However, if you're looking for the ultimate in portable handheld computing, you'll have to look elsewhere. The 720 is about as loaded as a Windows CE device can get; it comes with an integrated 56 Kbps V.90 modem, docking station for easy connection to a PC, AC adapter, and rechargeable battery. It's outfitted with 32 MB of RAM and a 206 MHz StrongARM processor that really makes applications fly. On the multimedia side you get an integrated speaker and stereo headphone jack for audio playback, and one of the most beautiful TFT active matrix displays we've seen. It can mix and match more than 65,000 colors at once, renders very crisp text, and never had trouble keeping up with our input like inferior passive matrix screens do. The very thing that makes the Jornada 720 so useful--its relatively large size--is also its biggest drawback. Its weight can make it unwieldy, and there's no good way to get a grip on it when there isn't a flat surface to use it with. We ended up accidentally pressing keys far too often when holding the unit with one hand, though with a little practice juggling becomes much easier. If you are graduating to the Jornada from a smaller handheld (such as a Palm) instead of slimming down from a notebook, prepare to be underwhelmed by its portability. Expect to be impressed, however, by its zippy performance, generous display, and expansion possibilities. --T. Byrl Baker Pros: - Large, colorful display makes working with large documents practical
- Keyboard is large enough for touch-typing, albeit at a slower rate than a full-sized keyboard allows
- Comes standard with so many features that you likely won't have to buy upgrades for some time
Cons: - It's heavy and too big for most pockets
- Difficult to use without sitting it down on a flat surface
Amazon.com Product Description
The 32 MB Jornada 720 is designed for the busy professional and is a convenient and reliable way to store your information and keep it up to date while away from your desk. With the Jornada 720, you can access your critical data with the high-performance processor, high-speed memory data bus, and 2-D graphics acceleration. It features a comfortable keyboard (three-quarters the size of a normal keyboard) with embedded numeric keypad and a touch screen. The quick-launch screen icons and user-configurable hot keys make finding the information you need easy. Enjoy a crisp, richly colored display with a 640 x 240 resolution. The Jornada 720 software allows you to send and to receive e-mail while away from your office. It features Microsoft Pocket Outlook and Internet Explorer for Handheld PC 4.01 (as well as the desktop version of Microsoft Outlook 2000). Create or edit documents as well as spreadsheets, and view presentations using pocket versions of familiar Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. At just over a pound, the compact HP Jornada 720 Handheld PC fits easily into your briefcase or handbag and offers you the advantage of up to nine hours of continuous use. It comes with a docking cradle that supports a serial connection to your PC, allowing you to synchronize with your desktop or notebook PC to keep all your work current. (You can also use an optional USB cable to connect to your PC.) It's powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery that lasts up to nine hours and includes an AC adapter. Other features include PC Card Type II, CompactFlash Type I, and Smart Card reader card slots; and an infrared port that can connect with compatible IrDA- equipped devices. It also has an audio speaker and microphone, a headphone jack, and a built-in voice recorder. The Jornada is backed by a one-year warranty. What's in the box
- Jornada 720
- Stylus
- AC adapter
- Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
- USB Docking cradle
- Sync cable
- User Manual
Product Description
As a busy professional, getting more done in less time is a challenge you face every day. You need a convenient and reliable way to store your information - and keep it up-to-date - while away from your desk. Small and light, the HP Jornada 720 Handheld PC delivers the power, speed, and flexibility you need while on the go. Packed with memory, it lets you run the applications you need, as well as send and receive e-mail and use the Internet to do business away from your office.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 35 more reviews...
 Brilliant! July 19, 2008
Don't think PDA...think small computer. Because that's what this really is. With new micro computers such as the Asus EEE now becoming popular but still costing heaps, time to have another look! Can do everything on this unit, including play movies with freeware software, plus do all of your office tasks and internet browsing. New memory card sizes make it a lot more valuable than when it first came out...add a 2GB card, and store lots of movies, documents, presentations and MP3 files!
 not a great item February 17, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
It is not a great item if u just fancy a touch screen without much functionality and outdated techology
Small but Sweet January 16, 2007
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
This is a marvelous device, great for a writer. I can work on my stories on the fly and synchronize to my laptop for editing.
Containing Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook, it is everything you can ask for in on-the-go computing.
The charge lasts about 9 hours at a time; I plug it in every other night to keep it topped off, and carry it in my pocket on the subway.
Lay in an extra battery if you can (before HP stops making the product - they are up to Jornada 900)
Good memories but you can't go home again July 23, 2006
11 out of 11 found this review helpful
I am on my 2nd Jornada 720; the first one I positively loved, but in the rush to upgrade (and free up some money) I sold it in 2003.
Recently the Jornada handhelds have fallen into Bargain Bin status, and I picked up my current 720 and a 680e (older sibling) for almost nothing. The 720 is by far the snappier and better of the two. The 680e is a little heavier and bigger, and better as a mobile typing platform.
However, these are 1998-2000 era machines; and things have changed substantially. Heck, they can barely play video! The two biggest signs of obsolescence are the serial cable for connecting (though ActiveSync still works) and Pocket Internet Explorer 4.0. For most of the serious business stuff people would use these for such as taking notes, spreadsheets, calendar and contacts, these are invaluable.
However, the lack of a modern web browser hurts severely, as checking your e-mail, accessing bank accounts, corporate intranets, secure websites, etc., becomes difficult or impossible.
Still, despite all the whiz-bang functionality of the Pocket PC toys, I still prefer the palmtop format. I've had more than a few people wonder what these new gizmos were I was taking notes on at meetings, not having any idea how old they are. And for discreetly being able to type notes/ideas there's nothing better. The 720 can support flash cards and PCMCIA network cards, so it can (or was) useable as a mini web terminal with a wireless card.
That was a lot of fun, being able to whip it out, surf the web and take care of errands/business, and put it back in your pocket while the old school road warrior is still trying to get their laptop booted up and connected.
While the 720 is at the tail edge of usefulness, it's still a neat little computenmaschinen to have around.
Consider This Before Accepting Negative Reviews May 9, 2006
30 out of 30 found this review helpful
The HP Jornada 720 (the final model of this line was the 728) is the finest, practical design mobile Handheld Computing device ever made. The Jornada rival is the NEC MobilePro 780-800 line. Both clamshell, mini-laptop looking, devices were high quality and expensive (average retail was over $1,000).
These devices are authentic handhelds and they are true mobile PCs. In comparison, PDAs are very expensive toys. Both NECs & Jornadas have practical data input technology-- a truly useable keyboard & a touch screen. Both Jornadas and NECs have built-in card slots. Being PDA type devices, handhelds have no moving parts & they are instant on - off. They come with built-in phone modems & infrared wireless ports. Neither line, the Jornada or NEC, was designed for modern radio type wireless Internet but both lines are fully capable of it.
By the way, the chief reasons laptops break down are all related to their being moved about. Damaged screens (from being dropped or handled roughly) & hard drive failure are the major problems. Own a 720 and like me you will soon consider a laptop the lug-a-bout portable desktop computer it is. Make a home made insulator envelope of bubble wrap envelope for your Jornada or NEC and they should be O.K. to take with you. A discount CD wallet can be easily found and adapted to serve as an inexpensive case. I carry my Jornadas and NECs in a hipsack. There is no hard drive to fail from chuck hole caused rough movement in a car, or from dropping.
Don't let the apparent memory limitations throw you off. Your basic productivity programs are permanently hardware loaded in ROM & Many mobile Windows CE programs can be installed and run from CF cards and both Jornada & NEC lines can handle up to one gig or bigger CF cards. Some enthusiasts report success runing CF micro drives. There are also inexpensive CF card slot adapters that allow considerable additional adaptability.
Some of the software that comes with these devices is severely outdated, especially the Microsoft syncing software, Microsoft Activesync. No problem. The best version is Activesync 3.8 anyway and it is freely available. Download and install it to your XP system and you'll have no problem syncing with a Jornada or NEC
These handhelds were never meant for the general consumer market. They are enterprise devices, which is why few consumers know about them. Had HP & NEC marketing included the handhelds I think most college students would sport one today instead of the lug-a-bouts.
I own a Jornada 680e (under $90 like-new refurbished)& a 720. I also own a NEC Mobilepro 780, 790, & the last real handheld PC, the NEC 900c. My favorite is the NEC 780 - 900c line because NECs have a larger keyboard than Jornadas do. I have big hands but I am able to two-finger touch type with the Jornada models (680 - 728). I can two hand touch type with an NEC Mobile Pro.
Among handheld enthusiasts the Jornada 720 and 728 are the clear favorites. While both Jornadas and NECs are high quality engineering and make, the Jornada is the best, provided you can get along with the keyboard. People with large hands will like the NEC case & keyboard better. The 720 & 728 has external voice record and playback buttons and they have a stereo headphone jack.
Get this: Both Handheld lines get 7 or more hours active use time per battery charge and they weigh less than 2 pounds including the Li-ion battery. The Jornadas are more energy efficient so you can be a little more sloppy about leaving a CF or wireless card plug in the off state. The NECs need to be plugged in if you leave cards plug in. No problem. I simply make sure my cards are disconnected when I am not using them.
I do about everything with a computer that computers are used for. When I leave my house, I never take a laptop. I always take either my NEC 780 or NEC 790. I connect with public access points automatically without any problem. I like the Jornada 720 better but I can type much easier and faster on the larger NEC.
There are a lot of things you can do to update a Jornada or an NEC and there is a very active, quality user support group whose members will help you as you have never before received information and assistance for a Computer. The site? HPCFactor.com... Registration is easy and free and the site is a storehouse of free software and drivers for handheld computers.
The site again for everything handheld is hpcfactor.com
I give the Jornada 4 stars because I consider the Sharp Zaurus SL 3500 the best handheld made. They are Sharp Linux devices, are not sold in USA, are cheaper than current HP and Dell PDA toys. The Zaurus line is king in Japan and Asia as they come installed with a Sharp version of Linux. The big downside is size. While the screen and keyboard is too small for most westerners, they work fine for most Asian people.
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