Which PDA meets THESE requirements?

[engwar]

I've finally had it with my Zaurus 5500. Here's what I'd like in a replacement.

+ Mini 'thumb' keyboard
+ Built-in Wi-Fi

Is there a handheld that has these two things? I'd rather stick with Palm or Microsoft for the OS.

Thanks!

[BAB2000]

Palm's Tungsten C has both items you requested.

Used, you should locate a unit for about 200 to 250 $ US depending on accessories the seller is offering.

[engwar]

Couple of updates.

When I say 'wi-fi' I mean the ability to use free hotspots. I won't be using this for work and don't want to pay for a data plan.

Here's what I've found so far.

Samsung SCH-i730
Seems to fit the the bill and is also a phone. the review on this site is less than stellar, but I am used to a 'sliding' keybad having had a Zaurus, and that seemed the main complaint from the reviewer.

Cingular 8125 Pocket PC
Another smart-phone. The review on this site says it's sollid but not flashy. Could this be the one?

HP iPAQ hw6515
Although this doesn't have wi-fi does anyone know if I can simply slap a wi-fi sd card in here?

Thanks.

[engwar]

Thanks, BAB2000. I didn't see your post before I posted my followup. I'll look at that model.

Open to any other comments/suggestions as well!

[r0k]

A somewhat more expensive option is a Treo and an Enfora wifi sled. I know Treo 600's are still available because my neighbor just got his replaced by Sprint. I would think that the cost for either the Treo 600 or 650 would compete well with a used Tungsten C and you get a phone in the deal, but the sled would add about $129. More info on the sled at treocentral

The Verizon data plans can cost $25 for 10 MB (my plan right now) up to $60 unlimited. For $129, or just over two months worth of their plan, you can have free wifi at every hotspot you visit. Not a bad deal and something I might consider myself as I'm pretty sick of the slow data performance I get with the Treo 650 on Verizon. I end up viewing wap versions of web sites to avoid slow load times and high fees.

[Magellan]

Check ebay for an iPaq 4350. It fits the bill and should be relatively inexpensive. It is the older WM 2003 though.

[pshaw118]

the i730 is a great powerhouse pocket pc. The only thing about it is that you can't use wifi and the phone antenna at the same time. It's a little annoying. BUT (very big BUT), you don't really need to use hotspots since EVDO is fast enough for web browsing and even downloading some large files.

[pixelator]

I've been checking out my brother's i730 and it's a solid device. Nice screen, well lighted keyboard, sliding form factor works well.

My device contribution to this thread is the now well-established PPC/XV 6700. The i730 is a lot faster, and it shows.

Of course, both of these are phones...