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Toshiba 2032SP Pocket PC Phone
The Toshiba 2032SP PocketPC Phone is a viable solution for those
needing a Pocket PC that can connect to the internet without relying
on WiFi access points or a Bluetooth enabled phone. Hardware Specifications: |
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Picture courtesy of the Sprint PCS 2032SP Online
Users Guide
Phone Features:
Band Type: Single Band
Integrated Modem: Use Internet Explorer to access nearly any site on
the web and, with PCS Business Connection, read and respond to
email, and view all Microsoft® Outlook® information in real time.
Caller ID Support: See numbers of incoming calls in areas supported
by Caller ID. If stored in your Phone Book, you'll see the name,
too.
Power Save Mode: The phone goes into this mode automatically to
preserve battery life when not in a service area.
Speakerphone: For simultaneous use of phone and Pocket PC, offering
easy hands-free operation on the go.
Security Lock: You can enter a private code to "lock" your phone so
others can't make unauthorized calls or gain access to your personal
information.
PCS Vision Capabilities: Messaging, PCS Business
Connections and Web.
Messages: Receive numeric and text messages in areas that offer
messaging services.
Area of Use: You can use this Sprint PCS Phone anywhere in the
Sprint PCS Network and on other selected PCS, CDMA networks.
Voicemail: One-touch access to voicemail messages.
Enhanced Call Log: Recalls most recent outgoing and incoming
numbers, including missed calls.
TTY Compatible: TTY service requires network support.
Because the 2032 is so similar in most regards to
the e570, I am including a size and weight comparison. I think you
will be pleasantly surprised (as I was), when you see how this
wireless version stacks up to a similarly made non-wireless PDA.
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Measured at Widest Point |
Height | Width | Thickness | Weight |
| Toshiba 2032SP | 5" (12.8cm) | 3" (7.8cm) | 0.8" (2.0cm) | 7 ounces (198g) |
| Toshiba e570 | 4.9" (12.5cm) | 3" (7.8cm) | 0.7" (1.8cm) | 6.5 ounces (184g) |
The 2032 is almost exactly the same hardware as the e570 - all the way down to the included cheesy stylus that seems to have no better purpose than scratching the screen.
The main differences between the two PDAs are in the 2032's addition of an inch long antenna, two large LED lights on the top and the additional two phone function buttons on the bottom of the device. The 2032 only has the SD. Even the pleather slipcase makes a reappearance, only this time there are cutouts that correspond to the 2032's speaker and a removable belt-clip.
Toshiba e570 (left) and the Toshiba 2032SP
Obviously, the 2032 is sized like a PDA and not like a conventional wireless phone. I believe that this is because the Toshiba is meant to be used as a PDA first, with the wireless benefits being built-in and accessible at almost any time. There are a couple reasons that I feel this way. First of all, unless you use a headset - every voice call that you make will basically be in speakerphone mode. Then there is the fact that this PDA is a bit too bulky for those times when you just want to grab your phone and run an errand. The 2032's battery life is typical of most Pocket PCs, but since you are adding the drain of a wireless connection you should figure that if you are constantly using the wireless features, then the best battery life you can expect is about 1.5 hours.
But as a PDA with built in wireless capabilities, the 2032 shines. There is nothing better than being able to collect your e-mail when you are riding across town (as a passenger, please), getting instant messages at a coffee shop without having to pay additional WiFi access charges, or instant messaging a friend while you are sitting in a never-ending business meeting.
In order to use any of this PDAs wireless capabilities, you have to first get connected by sliding the Radio Standby Switch on the left side of the PDA to the ON position. When you have done that, you can then send and receive data as well as make and receive voice calls. If you are ever not sure that you are connected, you can simply tap the signal icon at the top of the screen.
Once you are connected, You can surf your favorite websites. This feature is obviously best with sites that are optimized for surfing from a mobile device. You can even speed up the process by electing to not download pictures (by tapping the far right bottom icon on the lower toolbar).
A page optimized for mobiles device with or
without downloaded pictures
When you surf sites that aren't optimized for mobile viewing, get ready to do a lot of scrolling.
When surfing, pages will download at a bearable speed - but if you are used to a broadband connection then you won't like the wait. While I doubt that anyone is planning to do any heavy-duty surfing from the confines of this PDA's 240 x 320 screen, it is great to be able to do it when the need arises.
You can check your e-mail:
All Pocket PCs will sync with your Outlook mailbox when they are in
the cradle, but it is really cool to be able to check your POP3
e-mail accounts and send replies when you are far away from the
desk.
Setting up accounts is simple: just follow the wizard and enter the basic information as it is on your desktop. Once you have your accounts in order, you can start receiving and replying to your messages.
You can conduct instant messaging from almost anywhere:
If you already have a .net passport then you probably also have an
MSN Messenger account. Instant messages have never been so
convenient as they are during times when you can't talk on the phone
but you want more immediate interaction than e-mail provides.
You can receive Instant Messages:
When I am away from my desk, Julie likes to send instant
messages to my PCS Phone. The 2032 allows you to receive these same
messages, which can be sent directly from the Sprint PCS
Messaging site.
You can make and receive voice calls:
Of course, there are times when nothing but a voice call will
do...and unlike any other WiFi or BT enabled PDA, the 2032 will
actually allow you to make and receive them. The phone integrates
with Pocket Outlook Contacts, so if you receive a call from someone
in your Contacts list, their name will show as the phone rings. You
can also look up a number, then tap and hold to place a call.
If this is a number you call frequently, you can even add it to your Speed Dial list...
As with most wireless phones, there is a list of calls received and placed from which you can immediately recall a number and place a call...
When you are in the middle of doing something, say...listening to Mp3s and you receive a call, there is a flash as the screen acknowledges that a call is coming in. The Mp3 will continue playing, but the screen will change to the PCS Connection dial pad (shown above) and the incoming phone number will be displayed. If you are playing a game and you receive a call, the game screen will disappear - which could be frustrating if you are in the middle of serious action. Games like Solitaire will be waiting for you when you return from the dial pad.
All in all, having the integrated wireless coupled with phone capabilities in a Pocket PC can be summed up as convenient.
As with all Pocket PCs, there is a suite of
Pocket PC 2002 Software Included in
ROM:
Pocket Outlook - This is your PIM (Personal Information
Manager) Suite of applications. You get Contacts, Calendar, Tasks,
Notes, and Inbox. All of these applications will sync directly to
Outlook 2002 on your desktop PC. Inbox can now sync multiple
folders!
Pocket Internet Explorer - Web browser.
Pocket Word - View and edit Word documents.
Pocket Excel - View and edit Excel documents.
Microsoft Reader 2.0 for Pocket PC - Read electronic books.
Windows Media Player 8 for Pocket PC - Listen to digital
music and watch movies.
MSN Messenger - Instant Messaging client just like the one on
your desktop.
Microsoft Transcriber - Handwriting recognition input method.
Block Recognizer - Graffiti clone input method. If you
have a Palm OS PDA and know Graffiti, then you'll be right at home
with this input method.
Terminal Services Client - With the terminal services client
a Pocket PC user can access Windows Terminal Servers and run Windows
applications. It only works with Windows Terminal Servers, which run
on NT 4 servers and Windows 2000. It does not work with 95, 98, or
ME.
Spellchecker - A great spellchecker available for use in
Word, and Inbox. Unfortunately, it's not available in the Notes
application.
Voice Recorder, Calculator, Solitaire - We can't forget your
typical voice recorder interface, a simple calculator and the
solitaire game!
Optional Software to Install:
The included setup CD the typical one that contains Outlook 2002,
and Active Sync 3.5. It also contains the following:
Microsoft Money for Pocket PC - Works with Microsoft
Money 2002 on your desktop computer. Putting Money on your Pocket PC
provides a convenient way to keep up with expenses while you are
out and about - then you can sync everything when you get back home.
I've been using this updated version for a while now, and I am happy
to report that it works way better than the 2000 version ever did -
it also has a plug in for the today screen that simply rocks!
:0)
Microsoft Reader - This is the version everyone was
waiting for - solves the DRM problem, and allows you to download
protected books from sites. You can even listen to
Audible books from within
Reader! You will have to activate your Pocket PC to read the more
current titles, but at least you can use up to four devices with the
same activation passport. Once you have activated, there are several
free titles you can download courtesy of Microsoft. Hey - you can
even load Reader to your computer, and it will read un-encrypted
books out loud to you!
Microsoft Pocket Streets Weblink - Portable maps for your Pocket PC.
Microsoft Reader Weblink - Portable eBooks for your Pocket PC
Personally, I would like to have seen more optional software titles included in the CD, but as with the e570 Toshiba did not see fit to provide them.
Price: $699 plus a monthly PCS service charge
Pros:
If you want a wirelessly connected PDA, then this may be the perfect
solution for you
Ability to connect to internet or email anywhere that has digital
PCS service
Unit is not much bigger than a non-wireless PDA
Cons:
If you want a phone with PDA features, this will not be the perfect
solution for you
Web surfing can be slow - most sites are not optimized for a PDAs
screen
No built-in file share as with other PPC 2002 devices
Anemic collection of software included on CD
Included slipcase is cheesy
Only 32MB RAM
Unlike the similarly designed Toshiba e570, there is no CF slot
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