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   posted: Nov. 26, 2007 @ 3:52p

Sorry folks but this deal seems to have gone sour.

Edit by Moderator: Clarified Title


   posted: Nov. 26, 2007 @ 3:52p

OP, please change the title back to your original topic. Some of us will not be able to find this deal because you changed the title. Your new title (Run for the hills!) is funny but most are still following this deal to see what, if any, action needs to be followed. Thanks.

 


Company Review of this (good info)

WayPoint's parent company is closing its doors; and their tech support forums may not last long, so I'd suggest we FW folks start compiling (and saving) links/info on how to use the product as either 1) Windows2003 PDA or 2) GPS-PDA

A very useful tips site
Quick Tips for 100/200 unit

Updating to Windows Mobile Device Center 6.1 from M$


GPS Tip: Need a replacement battery for the Mobile Crossing GPS?

All Lithium-ion batteries tend to wear out in a year or two. This is usually indicated by the fact that the device does not run as long on a battery as it once did. This graceful failure eventually becomes unacceptable for the user. At this point it is time to replace the battery. If you are nearing this point you may want to look at USGlobalSat.com for a replacement. The Mobile Crossing GPS is identified as the BT-308 on the site.

The BT-308 mentioned above is the GPS receiver, not the PDA.

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SparkLan 80211.b/g WEP, WPA w/TKIP, WPA-PSK w/TKIP CF WiFi card $32.85 + s&h (eBay store link with cheaper S&H here)

Xterasys 802.11b WEP CF WiFi card $26.99 + s&h

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Message edited by: Igbo on 2007-12-05 05:01:08 CST
alert mods    
   posted: Nov. 26, 2007 @ 4:00p

From older posts:

Use coupon code TYL-082006 to take another 10% off.

Also, the price includes shipping.


alert mods    
   posted: Nov. 26, 2007 @ 4:10p

Can the maps be upgraded?

Q


alert mods    
   posted: Nov. 26, 2007 @ 4:13p

Is this legit? I can't imagine paying $30 for a pocket pc. That sounds too good to be true.


alert mods    
   posted: Nov. 26, 2007 @ 4:14p

CheaperGear said:Is this legit? I can't imagine paying $30 for a pocket pc. That sounds too good to be true.

There was an older thread on this and it appears that retailer keeps dropping the price on these...


alert mods    
   posted: Nov. 26, 2007 @ 4:16p

I'm in for 1, how bad could it be?


alert mods    
   posted: Nov. 26, 2007 @ 4:19p

I wonder if it includes the ENTIRE country or just one region (i.e. MIDWEST) of maps.


alert mods    
   posted: Nov. 26, 2007 @ 4:22p

laptopmag's review may be a turn off
Text

No idea of battery life.

A review of its sibling is here and not too complimentary.


alert mods    
   posted: Nov. 26, 2007 @ 4:25p

I just ordered one with the car adapter and the 10% coupon code for right around $30 shipped. I figure it will be at least something fun to mess around with.


alert mods    
   posted: Nov. 26, 2007 @ 4:25p

In for one, why the hell not. It's only 60 bucks!


alert mods    
   posted: Nov. 26, 2007 @ 4:30p

I chatted with a CSR and apparently the $60 units include all map regions, and all accessories listed on the $30 page.

[4:21:04 PM] me says: so i understand the one item includes the pda, software, etc and the cf card for $60 and the other has no cf gps card for $30. i'm wondering though which maps are included/activated the wp100 is regional. the wp105 is national.
[4:23:07 PM] AmperorDirect.com Sales says: ok... there is software included (map loader)... that will take you through the process of downloading the maps you want

[4:23:10 PM] me says: and why isnt the "map activation" and "car mount" options available with the higher priced product, but only the "pda only" for $30? are they included?
[4:23:19 PM] AmperorDirect.com Sales says: the $60 version has all included


alert mods    
   posted: Nov. 26, 2007 @ 4:30p

after reading this....might just buy 1

http://www.Amazon.com/dp/B000B3MIL0?smid=A2YLYLTN75J8LR&tag=cnet-ce-20&linkCode=asn


alert mods    
   posted: Nov. 26, 2007 @ 4:35p

I can't figure out if this comes with basic PDA software, like the calendar function? I see it uses 2003 and has outlook and explorer but it doesn't say anything else


alert mods    
   posted: Nov. 26, 2007 @ 4:36p

Thanks OP, IN 4 1! Got the straight PDA to experiment with. The GPS CF card solution was something I was using years ago. Not worth dealing with a clunky setup like that now when you can get nice integrated GPS unit for <$100.

Supposedly this runs straight Windows Mobile 2003, so hopefully I'll be able to get it to talk to ActiveSync.

('TYL...' coupon worked great BTW.)


alert mods    
   posted: Nov. 26, 2007 @ 4:36p

Deal is legit, as I got the email too... seems to be an ending clearance deal as the price has dropped.


alert mods    
   posted: Nov. 26, 2007 @ 4:36p

Thanks, wfay.
I'm kinda torn between buying this, or the $75 Pharos from Newegg- and hoping it can be hacked to become a pda. Any suggestions (I'm not a IT person, though, so I can't hack a gps on my own).

wfay said:I chatted with a CSR and apparently the $60 units include all map regions, and all accessories listed on the $30 page.

[4:21:04 PM] me says: so i understand the one item includes the pda, software, etc and the cf card for $60 and the other has no cf gps card for $30. i'm wondering though which maps are included/activated the wp100 is regional. the wp105 is national.
[4:23:07 PM] AmperorDirect.com Sales says: ok... there is software included (map loader)... that will take you through the process of downloading the maps you want

[4:23:10 PM] me says: and why isnt the "map activation" and "car mount" options available with the higher priced product, but only the "pda only" for $30? are they included?
[4:23:19 PM] AmperorDirect.com Sales says: the $60 version has all included


alert mods    
   posted: Nov. 26, 2007 @ 4:37p

does it have wifi or bluetooth built-in?


alert mods    
   posted: Nov. 26, 2007 @ 4:42p

Hacking a GPS can't give you a PDA. Without those useful buttons and other feature, it is not that fun to use a hacked GPS. I hacked my mio c320. It's OK, but I am still using my old axim x30.

FW10001 said:Thanks, wfay.
I'm kinda torn between buying this, or the $75 Pharos from Newegg- and hoping it can be hacked to become a pda. Any suggestions (I'm not a IT person, though, so I can't hack a gps on my own).

wfay said:I chatted with a CSR and apparently the $60 units include all map regions, and all accessories listed on the $30 page.

[4:21:04 PM] me says: so i understand the one item includes the pda, software, etc and the cf card for $60 and the other has no cf gps card for $30. i'm wondering though which maps are included/activated the wp100 is regional. the wp105 is national.
[4:23:07 PM] AmperorDirect.com Sales says: ok... there is software included (map loader)... that will take you through the process of downloading the maps you want

[4:23:10 PM] me says: and why isnt the "map activation" and "car mount" options available with the higher priced product, but only the "pda only" for $30? are they included?
[4:23:19 PM] AmperorDirect.com Sales says: the $60 version has all included


alert mods    
   posted: Nov. 26, 2007 @ 4:43p

nope, not BT or wifi


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