The Treo 700w on Verizon costs $399.99 with a two year service contract, or $649 without a contract. Unlimited EVDO costs just less than $50. The device is shipping now, and is available at all Verizon retailers today.
I have been extremely critical and detailed in my evaluation of the Treo 700w. There are significant problems with specific parts of the Windows Mobile software running on the device. However, not many of my critiques are about device-ruining problems; cell phone users have grown accustomed to poorly done menu driven interfaces. It is also depressing to me that Palm has yet to offer a device with smaller form or weight, even as thin metal devices like the Motorola RAZR and Apple�s iPod have become extremely popular (for good reason!).
The Treo 700w represents two step forwards, and one large step back. That said, it is clear to me that net net, the Treo 700w offers significant hardware (EVDO) and software improvements (Today Screen, Email, Multimedia) over the Treo 650.
The Treo 700w is an excellent Windows Mobile device, likely the best that has ever been produced. Windows Mobile users will love it, IT departments who only use Windows will love it, but Palm users may want to stick to their current Treo 650. For Treo 650 owners, it is hard to justify the cost (twice as much with contracts), and Palm users above all others will be aware and frustrated with usability problems in Windows Mobile.
The Treo 700w was created to specifically address a demand in the marketplace for a Windows Treo, and Palm did an excellent job on their first try. It only takes a trip down memory lane to remember that the Palm OS Treo was not perfect at launch either.
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Active Today Screen
EVDO
Windows Mobile
Multitasking
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240x240 Screen
"One interface fits all metaphor"
Inconsistent five-way navigation |
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