Upgraders from earlier psions take note (Psion Series 5mx Pro)

Member Name: brambles

Product:	Psion Series 5mx Pro
Date:	12/01/01 (83 review reads)
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Advantages: if you like keyboards vs signs it's the one

Disadvantages: the extra functionality is only worth it if you're going to use it

I upgraded from a 3c and I'm pleased I did. If you're considering the same ponder on the following:

Pros:
- you can sync your diary to MSOutlook and should you wish post it on the web
- the database has more detail - separate spaces for home details & work details for example
- the To-Do lists are more detailed and easier to move through
- you can use it for email and surfing the net
- the screen is touch sensitive

Cons - consider the following questions:
1. Do you have a large database of contacts??
- the database on your old psion is not easily converted onto the 5mx, if you use a programme such as Act or Key Maximizer you can convert through this, or convert through Excel (I think, haven't tried it)

2. How familiar are you with the keyboard functions in the agenda?
- they are different on the 5mx you will be relearning how to move between dates, cutting pasting (as Buffy says 'no biggie' but just be aware)
- jumping between dates is no longer using the cntrl J and entering a date but via a month by month calendar, personally I find this slower

3. Will you lose the stylus?
- I don't keep mine with me, i keep dropping it, you can easily live without it however

4. How big is your pocket?
- somewhat bigger but it was probably weighing down your jacket anyway

5. Do you need net access or the dictaphone capability?
- if not....

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