C860? Should I Get It?

[Neverwinter]

I was thinking about getting this PDA, but I guess I am wondering if it will suit my needs, and not only that but I would like to know what the freeware software is like out there.  And porting applications, is that easy?  

There are several things I would like to use the device for, and maybe someone could let me know if what the C860 is like for these:

1) Programming (C#, C++, Java)
2) Taking Notes
3) Drawing
4) Using the internet wirelessly through a wireless hub
5) Portability (in my pocket)
6) Gaming
7) Speed


Handwriting recognition?  Can it compare to the Pocket PC's?  What's this like?

Will it be network and internet secure?  I plan on putting important information on there... I would not want it to get out into the open...

What is firewall software like for it?

What is the OS upgradability like?

Can it boot MS Windows??  lol I'm just kidding...

What graphics libraries are out there for graphics/game programming on the C860?

How is transfering files between the C860 and computer done?  Aren't they in different formats?

Is there a .Net Framework for the C860?  or is Java a better idea...

What is battery life like in your opinoin?  W/and W/out Wi-Fi?

What is the best Zaurus PDA in your opinoin?

I already ordered an iPAQ h4150, but would like to get another PDA... I'm not sure if the C860 would work for me.

**** Anyone got an idea when the C3000 will be out?  And how much it will cost?

[Cyril92]

I was thinking about getting this PDA, but I guess I am wondering if it will suit my needs, and not only that but I would like to know what the freeware software is like out there.  And porting applications, is that easy? 

There are several things I would like to use the device for, and maybe someone could let me know if what the C860 is like for these:

1) Programming (C#, C++, Java)

You found it : and perl and php and standard C, and so on : you 're on linux guy !

2) Taking Notes

FreeNoteQT

3) Drawing

of course

4) Using the internet wirelessly through a wireless hub

WEP and Mac filter

5) Portability (in my pocket)

buy an adding small battery

6) Gaming

A lot : Snes,Gameboy and so on

7) Speed

it s a 400 MHz

Handwriting recognition?  Can it compare to the Pocket PC's?  What's this like?

Yes you have it in standard.

Will it be network and internet secure?  I plan on putting important information on there... I would not want it to get out into the open...

What is firewall software like for it?

too technical for me, can't answer

What is the OS upgradability like?

Can it boot MS Windows??  lol I'm just kidding...

you ought to ...

What graphics libraries are out there for graphics/game programming on the C860?

SDL of course

How is transfering files between the C860 and computer done?  Aren't they in different formats?

ssh, Samba and USB Storage / Sync with Outlook

Is there a .Net Framework for the C860?  or is Java a better idea...

Java is a the best idea

What is battery life like in your opinoin?  W/and W/out Wi-Fi?

3h with small battery, 7/8 with the big one

What is the best Zaurus PDA in your opinoin?

A 860 with an additionnal small battery : best Quality/Price/Weight ratio

I already ordered an iPAQ h4150, but would like to get another PDA... I'm not sure if the C860 would work for me.

If you had seen one, you wouldn't have ask the question  

**** Anyone got an idea when the C3000 will be out?  And how much it will cost?

it is already out, I bought one ad already got it for a week.

[Neverwinter]

hey thanks for the reply... im pretty confused on whether I should choose this PDA...oh well.  How much did you pay for your C3000?  And does it have Wi-Fi?  I haven't seen any of these PDAs in person... Yea about the gaming...I SNES/GB/NES/etc. console emulators are kind of worthless to me.  Only reason is because they are illegal...that is the only problem.

[Cyril92]

I Paid 588 euros (I live in France) and bouhgt it to www.PriceJapan.com

You can order it too on www.conics.net and www.geekstuff4u.com (just type SL-C3000 in google)

[Neverwinter]

Wow... I don't think I can afford (for now...).  I guess I will have to look elsewhere.  But hey thanks for your replies though...