Some may call it cute but rest assured that the “cute” label does not detract from the performance of this Dell Axim X3 PDA and pocket PC. Its affordability should not make you a doubting Thomas either. You can find some cheap Dell X3 Axim PDAs through second hand means or your may also stumble across a discount Dell X3 Axim PDA too. Either way, the affordability factor is just another plus in the list of features of this device.

This Dell Axim PDA pocket PC weighs in at less than five ounces, so that means you won’t necessarily feel it if you carry it around in your jacket pocket. It’s also fairly thin. Perhaps one of the most notable features of this Dell Axim handheld PDA pocket PC is that the display is a nice sized 3.5 inches. With 64 bit and over 60,000 colors, you can expect clarity and sharp focus for your text and images you view through this display.

In regards to its performance, the Dell Axim X3 has a 300 mHz Intel processor, which is respectable in the world of pocket PCs and PDAs. There is a total of 64 MB memory with 32 MB being RAM and 32 Mb being flash ROM. The only drawback, at least power users of PDAs might say, is that there is only one expansion slot instead of two. You can add one secure digital memory card. However, if you are new to the PDA pocket PC market, the one expansion slot should serve you well.

With your purchase of the Dell Axim X3, you get a docking cradle, a USB cable, a power adapter and a lithium ion battery. If you don’t want down time with a dying battery, invest in a spare Dell Axim PDA battery. Also, be sure to look into Dell PDa Axim aluminum cases or something compatible to protect your pocket PC. As far as other features go, your Dell Axim X3 comes with the premium version of the Windows 2003 Mobile operating system. It also has a built in microphone for recording notes via audio and there is also a speaker. In addition, there is capability for wireless IrDA connectivity.

Some of the software you can expect to be bundled with your Dell Axim X3 include Outlook for checking email, calendars, contact management, basic games like Solitaire, a calculator, Word, Excel, Messenger, a reader, Internet Explorer and a media player for listening to music files. And while this Dell Axim X3 does not have a GPS, you can still browse the internet via your PDA pocket PC and look up directions if needed.

Overall, the Dell Axim X3 is a wise choice for an entry level purchase in the vast PDA pocket PC market. Once you are comfortable and ready for more bells and whistles, then you can start thinking about a Dell Axim upgrade.