Toshiba e755 Pocket PC with Windows Mobile 2003

Amazon.com Product Description

An impressive update of the Toshiba, e740, the e755 offers better display, faster processor speed, and more memory, plus wireless capability and a host of multimedia features.

Memory
The e755 has 64 MB of RAM and 32 MB ROM, plus a 32 MB Flash for an impressive total of 128 MB of built-in memory. The e755's Flash disk can easily be used to store applications and data that will then survive a hard reset, making it an ideal resource for backing up your most important information.

Controls and Casing
The front of the unit has four application buttons and a five-way directional pad. On the left side is the "record" button for audio input (the mic is on the top of the unit) to make it easy to record voice notes), a scroll wheel, and the infrared port. On the top there are two expansion slots (for Compact Flash and Secure Digital cards), stylus holder, stereo headphone port, power button, and and two LEDs (for the battery, alarms, and wireless communications). On the bottom of the unit are two switches (one to turn on and off the wireless radio and the other to turn on and off the battery), plus the DC-in socket and the cradle connection port.

Applications
Built-in advanced applications include IA Presenter, IA Mirror, ArcSoft PhotoBase software for viewing and editing images, and a data backup app.

Processor
The e755 uses Intel's PXA255 XScale-based processor, operating at 400Mhz, which is able to launch applications an display lists with blazing speed launch quickly. You can also adjust the CPU's speed down to extend battery life.

Display
The e755 has a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels, and a 16-bit, 64,000 colors display for crisp image viewing on its 3.8" transflective screen.

Multimedia
The e755 can play MP3s, either through the front-mounted speaker or the 3.5 mm stereo jack, and also play videos using Windows Media Player 8.5 for Pocket PC.

Communications
There is an integrated 802.11b radio, turned on with a switch at the bottom of the unit. You can easily connect to a wireless LAN or to a T-Mobile Wi-Fi network. Included also is Wireless LAN Utility software to make it easy to connect to wireless networks, and to create and retain profiles for different networks.

Expansion
The e755 comes with two expansion slots: There's a Compact Flash Type II slot and a Secure Digital/MultiMediaCard slot capable of SDIO. There is also an Expansion Pack that clips to the bottom of the unit, and provides a USB port and a standard 15-pin RGB port.

Power
The unit uses a rechargable 1000 mAh lithium ion battery that can be charged either in the cradle or straight from the AC adapter.

What's in the box

Toshiba Pocket PC e755
USB Cradle
10W AC Adapter
1-Stylus
Soft Slip Case
Quick Start Card
Warranty Card

Additional software:

Pocket Word
Pocket Excel
Pocket Outlook
Pocket Internet Explorer
Microsoft Reader for Pocket PC
Media Player 9 for Pocket PC
File Explorer
MSN Messenger
File Explorer
Microsoft Transcriber
Microsoft Active Sync 3.7
IA Presenter
IA Screen Mirror
ArcSoft PhotoBase for Pocket PC

Customer Reviews:

Do Not Buy Toshiba Products.......2006-06-22

First off, the 755e PDA is very fragile and resets constantly and was poorly engineered. When it works, it is very nice. However, the buttons are easiy hit, so no matter how you carry it, the unit comes on and drains the battery. I sent mine back to Toshiba under warranty for repair, because the touchscreen went out, the serial number on back was worn off because the unit label wears off after a couple of months use. I enclosed the original serial number label from the box with a letter explaining the malfunction. Toshiba sent me a replacement unit, then later they charged my credit card for $499 (price of a new one at the time) and sent my old one back, because they said it did not have a serial number. The tech support person I was dealing with originally would never return my call, nor did the support manager. I thus, gave up since it would cost more to sue them than I lost. In the end, I ended up with a refurb unit for the price of a new one, that also failed after 1 year of use. Therefore, in my opinion, Toshiba's warranty is worthless and the unit will likely not last more than a year or two before it has major issues. You can take the risk if you want to, but I will never buy another Toshiba product of any kind as long as I live. They burned me once, but never again.

Very Satisfied... Some small problems.......2006-05-13

I've had my e755 for over two years now and have been satisfied with its performance.

I did have to return the unit last year; of course it was out of warrantee by then and had to pay $100 for a refurb, when I dropped the unit the touch screen got erratic.

I've had no problems syncing the unit with the cradle; however, I've only once been able to get it to sync over WIFI and that was only after calling Toshiba's tech support. I resort to sync via cable.

The Mobile Media Player is not very good with this unit. I only had Media Player running and was getting silent gaps and slow performance. I loaded a freeware jukebox (I forget the name) and that improved things greatly. I did change a jukebox setting to prevent it from powering off from not touching it (so I could use it as a jukebox) and eventually I just hit the power button to turn it off. This was fine until I put it in my pocket and must have hit the stupid voice memo button... This turned on the unit, it recorded a one second voice file, started the jukebox application, and never shut off because of that stupid setting. My battery was completely drained.

If you don't use the voice memo feature very often then I suggest you turn off the button to prevent the creation of many, many voice files. They put that button in the worst location.

IrDA port is also in an awkward place. Let's say I load a remote control software on my pda. Now, in order to hit the play button I have to turn it sideways and tap the play button. That was incredibly stupid placement. I rarely use IrDA so I don't mind much. The remote software I could never quite get working right so I unloaded it and now only use IrDA when printing.

Once you have all the software loaded that you want make sure to do a backup and store it on the CF or SD memory.

It took a while to search for a RS232 driver for the USB port; but, I found it and was able to load the GPS with Microsoft Maps 2006. Works well; but, I wish Maps had directions on the mobile.

I've not been able to get it to work with a portable hard-drive yet. I'm sure it's a matter of finding the right usb driver. That's one thing that should be easier: finding the right drivers for usb devices.

Other reviewers have mentioned the multiple places to edit WIFI network stuff. It sucks but I think that was M$ at their worst. Now if only I could load Ubuntu on it I would be happy. I've not had problems web browsing. I just wish there were a firefox for pocketpc.

Too expensive a device to never have worked properly........2006-02-07

Toshiba seems to have gotten out of the Pocket PC business which is a good thing. Even when new there was zero support on this product.

Like a Charm.......2006-01-18

I've been using for over a year and have been through thick and thin with this Pocket PC. I dropped a couple months ago and it got a dent. Still works just as well as before. Windows Mobile 2003 gets screwy every once in a long while. I just reset the device and it is fine. I use it as an MP3/video player. I got the expansion pack and found some drivers that make it USB Mass Storage Device Host capable. Flash memory USB keys can be read using the expansion pack. I also have a 5GB Rio Carbon. I can plug that up to the USB port on the expansion pack and the e755 can access it. Which is awesome. I can't play videos from it but I can play music.
Durable, Reliable, Powerful too bad there isn't a linux OS for it.

Keep your money and shop for another brand!.......2005-11-09

Oh, where to start! I purchased my e755 brand new from Amazon. Everything was going great. Big screen, fast processor, very cool! I purchased a toshiba cable to connect to a serial port. The cable would sometimes get stuck and on one occassion, taking it out actually broke the connector prongs at the bottom. It was still under warranty so I sent it off to Toshiba to get repaired. I get a call a few days later saying it's gonna cost $100 to fix? I'm thinking, WHAT? I told them I was using a Toshiba cable but it didn't matter. So, i forked out $100 for them to repair something that a Toshiba cable broke. (Just so you know, i have other cables that I use to sync up and they connect just fine ... no problems whatsoever!). So, i get it back and everything is great again. I use the Toshiba cable again (I was using it to hook up the PDA to my GPS for navigation) and noticed it was getting stuck again. So, to prove my point, i called Toshiba and they sent me an RMA to send it in. This time I include the pda AND cable. Of course, once it gets there, they connect the cable without problem (the problem didn't happen all the time, it was intermittent). So, i get another call saying, the cable connects just fine. The tech support person asks (like i'm an idiot), "Do you know how to remove the cable?" I say, "Of course, just push in the side buttons and pull it off!" And in a huff she responds, "NO! You push in the buttons and have to wiggle it gently side-to-side!" I'm thinking, my other cables you don't have to do that and trust me when it got stuck, i did that too (wiggle side to side). Needless to say, i had them ship it back to me.

About a month ago, I got the infamous white screen of death (my warranty has expired). After reading lots online about it, I realize i am hosed. Somebody sent it in (still under warranty) and Toshiba hit them with a $150 charge to fix it. Toshiba tech support does NOT care about its customers. They are arrogant and rude; hopefully, you will never have to deal with them. This item works well when it works, but the minute something goes wrong (and it will), you will not be pleased with Toshiba's tech support. It's a shame that a company like Toshiba has to resort to such lowness. I'm buying a new PDA and you can bet it will not be a Toshiba.

Toshiba e355 Pocket PC with Windows Mobile 2003

Average customer rating:

Good Buy
A pda to have
good pocket pc
Faulty At Best
Toshiba has Terrible Customer Service

Toshiba e355 Pocket PC with Windows Mobile 2003

Manufacturer: Toshiba
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:

Value-priced handheld with all the benefits of the Microsoft Pocket PC 2003 operating system
Enhanced schedule/calendar capabilities and data backup synchronization
Sleek and light body, weighing a mere 5.1 ounces
A bright 3.5" transreflective display offering 64K colors and a 240 x 320 resolution
What's in the box: Toshiba Pocket PC e355, USB Cradle, 10W AC Adapter, 1-Stylus, Soft Slip Case, Quick Start Card and Warranty Card

ASIN: B00009K7ET
Release Date: 2003-06-24

Product Description

Easy to use, the Toshiba Pocket PC e355 Series features the new Microsoft Pocket PC 2003 operating system delivering enhanced schedule/calendar capabilities, wireless communication support and data backup synchronization. Users also have access to familiar applications such as Pocket Word, Pocket Excel, Pocket Outlook and Microsoft Windows Media Player for Pocket PC 2003 acting as a direct compliment to your notebook PC device.

Customer Reviews:

Good Buy.......2004-05-24

I recently purchased this PPc. It was the first one I had purchased and found it very easy to use. I used it mostly for taking notes, and keep an organized schedule after I purchased the Targus Universal Keyboard, which works very well with the e355. I was impressed with the battery life on medium settings which gave about 3-4 hours of battery life.

Hopefully this review will give a student a little insight into this "student" view of this.

A pda to have.......2004-02-04

I am a high school teacher. I wanted something to take notes on and to remind me when homework was due. I searched far and wide reading review after review. I got alot more than that with the e355. I have been using it for about 3.5 months now.
I'll just list the Pros and Cons becasue i could go on all day!

Pros:
1. Great speed.
2. Works right out of the box.
3. Excellent battery life (3.5 to 4hrs continuous running)
4. Crisp display. (especially for video playback)
5. Smooth buttons that feel pretty nice on your fingers.
6. Good price for the quality you get
7. The speakers on this player play audio in the best way i have heard for a small speaker unit. You would not believe that a pda could do so well with sound. It plays my mp3s, wma, anything and don't forget the videos.
8. It has a SD card slot so you can expand the memory at any time. the SD card slot has a dummy card that protects it from being damaged by dust or other particles.
9. Quick charge time. Good size storage built in, 64mb.
10. Windows Mobile 2003 is much much much more stable than its predeccessor.
11. It's much much much thinner than many other pda's i have reviewed.
12. It's much more resiliant to 'falls to the floor' than the Dell or Ipaqs for example. I'm a teacher. I can guarantee you...running around the class will lead to a fall on the ground. It has a metallic covering. (no shaking inside!)

Cons.
1. Sometimes if you use up close to 90% of the memory, it stalls.
2. The 'record audio' button is placed near the top so sometimes taking it out you may mistakedly begin recording. (this can be disabled though so it is not really a con)
3. It does not include the ability to 'go wireless' for internet. You can still access the internet though but you need to be connected to your computer. I did not need wireless internet just yet. When it does become ubiquitous...maybe then i'll go for something else.
4. The battery is not removeable. By the time this actually becomes a problem I'll be getting a new pda..about 2 to 3 years from now.

THis is an excellent PDA is you do not need wireless internet access right away.
I would recommend it with all authority people out there.

good pocket pc.......2004-01-02

I dont know whats going on with amazon.com because I bought this pocket pc a month ago here for 165 dollars and now it costs more than two hundred. Anyways its a great pocket pc with 32 mb storage capacity, runs all the latest games fine (www.handango.com or www.pocketgear.com). My only complaint is that I have no clue whats going on with the battery on this thing. If i charge it and leave it alone for one week the battery drops to zero.

Faulty At Best.......2003-12-02

(1) It stops working if you live in a cold climate such as Vermont or Minnesoda.
(2) Sometimes it stops working for no reason.
(3) I've owned mine for less than a year and used it very gently; the screen no longer responds to teh stylus
(4) I bought it at an anon. major electronics/computer store in Manhatten. I've tried to take it back under warentee four times without any sucess, and the clerks tell me it's just "acting finicky" and to "wait it out"

Toshiba has Terrible Customer Service.......2003-11-19

I was torn between getting the HP 1935 and the Toshiba e355. I finaly went for the Toshiba because of the faster processor speed and the one year warranty. But after one month I started to have problems with the system always coming up with errors. I called the tech support and they said that if I sent it to them they would work on it but it would cost about $100.00 so I figured I could live with the error messages. Then a tragedy happened and the screen got cracked. So I called to see if they would cover that and they don't cover the screen damage in their warrenty. That would have cost $190.00 to replace, so at that price I could just buy a hole new Pocket PC. One Year Warranty, I ask "WHAT WARRANTY?" I should have gone with the HP 1935 in the first place. I spent two hundred on a little paper weight because withthe cracked screen it doesn't do anything anymore.

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