Design
Under the hood, the Treo 700wx
features 128 MB of RAM (60 MB
available for end user storage)
and an Intel XScale 312MHz
processor. The design retains
the same basic form factor as
the Treo 650 with a few changes.
Aesthetically, the new Treo has
more angular lines and a more
professional-looking gray color.
At 6.0-ounces, it's also
slightly lighter than its
predecessor. The button layout
above the full QWERTY keyboard
has been changed to accommodate
the Windows Mobile 5.0
interface, and the screen sports
240 x 240 resolution.
Like the 650, the top of the
700wx features an expansion card
slot for SD, SDIO, and MMC
memory and expansion cards, and
get this: Unlike the 650, the
700wx supports the Palm Wi-Fi
card. Up top there's also an
infrared port for line of sight
data transfers, as well as a
handy switch for turning off the
phone's ringer. Below the
screen, a five-way navigator
controls most of the phone's
menus and operating system
functions. The left side of the
unit features a volume up/down
toggle plus a handy
user-customizable button that
can be assigned to any phone or
PDA function. The rear of the
unit houses a loudspeaker, as
well as the 1.3-megapixel camera
unit. A touchscreen stylus can
be tucked away on the right side
of the phone. Meanwhile, a
combined charging, data, and
accessory attachment port,
called the Palm
"multi-connector" is housed on
the bottom of the unit, as is a
standard 2.5 mm stereo headset
jack.
Calling and PDA Features
Like the Treo 650, the Treo
700wx's phone and PDA functions
are designed to provide an
integrated, seamless
experience--only this time it's
all handled by Windows Mobile.
The hallmark of the Windows
Mobile experience is the "Today"
screen that summarizes all the
important information you need
to make it through the day. Here
you'll get message notification,
upcoming appointments, dialing
functions, and a Google Web
searching all in one spot. As a
phone, the Treo 700wx features
all the functionality folks
expect from a cell phone,
including a handsfree
speakerphone, polyphonic
ringtones (polyphonic MIDI, MP3,
WAV and video ringtones are
supported), a vibrate mode, and
picture caller ID. Microsoft
Office Outlook Mobile combines
email, calendar, contacts,
tasks, and notes into a single
application that seamlessly
integrates with the 700wx's
phone functions. Meanwhile,
headsets, car kits and other
wireless peripherals can also be
paired with the unit via
Bluetooth (the Bluetooth 1.2
specification is supported).
Staying productive on the
road is made possible by the
Microsoft Office Mobile suite,
which includes Word Mobile,
Excel Mobile, and PowerPoint
Mobile. You also get the Picsel
PDF Viewer for viewing PDF
document attachments, and the
File Explorer application makes
it easy to browse the files on
your 700wx.
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The Treo 700wx:
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Messaging and Internet
The really big news about the 700wx is that it supports Verizon's BroadbandAccess high speed wireless data service, allowing you to get DSL speeds wherever you have broadband data coverage. And what can you do with all that speed? Surf the Web faster than ever before using the bundled Internet Explorer application, or log into Pocket MSN and check your Hotmail, use MSN Messenger, or browse the MSN Mobile portal. Robust SMS and MMS functionality is built into the Windows Mobile interface, too.
One of the most important tools bundled with the 700wx is Microsoft ActiveSync, which allows you to quickly synchronize your device's tasks, calendars, email, and contacts with your desktop. You also get Exchange ActiveSync, an application that lets you synchronize data with an Exchange server. Syncing can be done via USB, or wirelessly via Bluetooth.
Imaging and Entertainment
Another great feature of the 700wx is that it supports Windows Media playback right out of the box. With Windows Media Player 10, Palm users can finally play streaming and downloaded video and audio content in a variety of formats, even purchased music from "Plays For Sure" supporting stores. You can also keep your tunes loaded on a memory card and listen to stereo sound wherever you roam (requires an optional stereo headset adapter).
The Treo 700wx's built-in camera sees a bump in performance with the ability to take 1.3-megapixel (1280x1024) stills. The camera also features a 2x digital zoom, a self portrait mirror, and automatic light balancing. While the camera is great for taking stills, it can also function as a camcorder, allowing you to capture MPEG4 video to the unit's memory. An integrated media application organizes your captured photos and videos.
And last, but certainly not least, the Treo 700wx keeps the fun going when you've got some downtime with great games. Bubble Breaker and Solitaire ship with the handset, but more Windows Mobile games are available.
Suggested Service Options
To get the most from the Treo 700wx, you'll need to choose two additional service features on top of a voice plan. First, consider a Verizon BroadbandAccess plan, which also includes lower-speed data access in areas where broadband service is not available. If you are a frequent SMS or MMS messaging user, it's a good idea to get an Unlimited IN messaging plan to avoid pay-per-message charges. To learn more about phone options, consult our cell phone options guide.
EV-DO Wireless Broadband Coverage
Learn more about where BroadbandAccess (EV-DO) coverage is offered. View EV-DO demonstration.
Vital Statistics
The Palm Treo 700wx weighs 6.0 ounces and measures 4.4 x 2.30 x .90 inches. Its lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 4.7 hours of digital talk time, and up to 15 days of digital standby time. It runs on the CDMA 800/CDMA 1900 frequencies, as well as the EV-DO and 1xRTT data frequencies. The phone comes with a one year limited warranty. Note: The 700wx supports Bluetooth Profiles for wireless headsets, hands-free accessories, file transfer and synchronization with compatible PC's. It does not support all object exchange (OBEX) profiles.
Product Description
The PalmŽ Treo™ 700wx smartphone delivers everything you need without compromise. It combines a smarter phone with broadband-like speeds1 and rich-media capabilities, all in one—bringing Palm's world-class ease of use to the Windows MobileŽ platform. Connect with people in multiple ways—by voice, email, SMS, or MMS.2 Your contacts are always reachable, from any application. Access email, the web, and corporate networks on one of the fastest networks available in the U.S.1, 2 Or relax and play your favorite music and videos right on your device. With this easy-to-use productivity device in hand, you can stay connected2 on your terms.
