Cheap Ipaq Sleeves

Little Elvis · 07-10-2002

Anyone know how to get a decent deal on an IPAQ sleeve? Does anyone other than Compaq/HP make something that would do the job? The prices from Compaq seem excessive.

By the way, I have an IPAQ 3670.

lincomatic · 07-10-2002

buy it on ebay

The Others · 07-10-2002

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The prices from Compaq seem excessive.

Supply and demand my friend. Did you know that printer cartridges cost <5p to make. But people want them so they sell for £25.

Also, have you seen the price of pig tails??

"why sir, this 8 inch cable with two mini plugs will cost you £20. Why the high price? Well it did take me two minutes to make!"

c-mag · 07-10-2002

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Originally posted by Little Elvis
Anyone know how to get a decent deal on an IPAQ sleeve? Does anyone other than Compaq/HP make something that would do the job? The prices from Compaq seem excessive.

By the way, I have an IPAQ 3670.

I know TDK makes a BlueTooth/CF sleeve but it actually costs more than the Compaq model so while it's possible, I don't think there are any cheaper sleeves out there (PC Card or CF) unless they are of lower quality.

At least that I know of.

corvette*rich · 07-11-2002

I recently bought a single slot Compaq expansion sleeve for my iPaq (802.11b radio card) off www.mobileplanet.com for about $129 (new). Seemed to be a good price and comparable to those auctioning on eBay. They shipped right away and didn't screw me on the shipping charges.

Link:
http://www.mobileplanet.com/product....97K6&listing=1

Enjoy!

appledj2 · 07-11-2002

If your looking for a compact flash card, I got mine new for 40 bucks at amazon, and also it has been discontinued so it will be cheaper. (Has been replaced by a CF sleeve with battery, might wanna wait, wish I did)

geewiz · 07-11-2002

Can't remember where I purchased it, but my dual sleeve pcmcia pack for an ipaq cost me less than $160. Got it thru a link from pricewatch 'bout 6 mos ago

Saint · 07-16-2002

I was in the same boat - I wanted to play with PCMCIA cards and the iPaq but couldn't really justify the price. Then I ran across this:

http://www.semsons.com/comflastopcc.html

I ordered one on 7/11 and it got here yesterday (7/15). Works like a charm. And no, that black part doesn't stick straight up. It's rubber and can actually be folded so that the card is laying flat agains the iPaq CF sleeve - pointing at the ground. This was a much better option - it's only $30 with shipping.

Actually, getting my iPaq upand going with the wireless card brought me out here to see if I could get into stumbling. Looks like I need a different card for it. Any suggestions on the most cost effective one?

blackwave · 07-16-2002

I plan on getting this one, which is 150, but has the new features listed below such as the integrated screen protector that is similar to the ones that come with the ipaqs..

http://www.compaq.com/products/handh...ion_packs.html
NEW! PC Card Expansion Pack Plus
Part Number 249708-B21

With a PC Card Expansion Pack, you can purchase cards* that will:

Increase the file storage space on your iPAQ Pocket PC.
Access your company's wireless network (WLAN) for e-mail and Web browsing.
Access the Internet wirelessly through the cellular phone system.
It also includes an integrated screen protector and a rechargeable, removable Slim Battery to run your PC Cards or to extend the life of your iPAQ Pocket PC between charges.

Also see:
Optional additional batteries and battery charger.

* Type II PC Cards that are compatible with the Pocket PC operating system.

c-mag · 07-16-2002

Quote:

Originally posted by blackwave
I plan on getting this one, which is 150, but has the new features listed below such as the integrated screen protector that is similar to the ones that come with the ipaqs..

http://www.compaq.com/products/handh...ion_packs.html
NEW! PC Card Expansion Pack Plus
Part Number 249708-B21

With a PC Card Expansion Pack, you can purchase cards* that will:

Increase the file storage space on your iPAQ Pocket PC.
Access your company's wireless network (WLAN) for e-mail and Web browsing.
Access the Internet wirelessly through the cellular phone system.
It also includes an integrated screen protector and a rechargeable, removable Slim Battery to run your PC Cards or to extend the life of your iPAQ Pocket PC between charges.

Also see:
Optional additional batteries and battery charger.

* Type II PC Cards that are compatible with the Pocket PC operating system.

I've wanted this one or so long, but unfortunately I have higher financial priorities.

blackwave · 07-16-2002

Quote:

Originally posted by c-mag
I have higher financial priorities.

Yeah, I think I am supposed to as well... but my will is weak, I always lose priority when it comes to technology...

c-mag · 07-16-2002

Which reminds me...

I got a job on Saturday! I work at the Greyhound station!

blackwave · 07-16-2002

Quote:

Originally posted by c-mag
I got a job on Saturday! I work at the Greyhound station!

Congratulations!

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Little Elvis Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 1	Cheap Ipaq Sleeves Anyone know how to get a decent deal on an IPAQ sleeve? Does anyone other than Compaq/HP make something that would do the job? The prices from Compaq seem excessive. By the way, I have an IPAQ 3670.

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lincomatic Squaaawk! WiFi! WiFi! Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Tinsel Town Posts: 1,682	buy it on ebay __________________ ~lincomatic

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blackwave Do I look like I'm joking Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: SoCal, OC Posts: 4,507	I plan on getting this one, which is 150, but has the new features listed below such as the integrated screen protector that is similar to the ones that come with the ipaqs.. http://www.compaq.com/products/handh...ion_packs.html NEW! PC Card Expansion Pack Plus Part Number 249708-B21 With a PC Card Expansion Pack, you can purchase cards* that will: Increase the file storage space on your iPAQ Pocket PC. Access your company's wireless network (WLAN) for e-mail and Web browsing. Access the Internet wirelessly through the cellular phone system. It also includes an integrated screen protector and a rechargeable, removable Slim Battery to run your PC Cards or to extend the life of your iPAQ Pocket PC between charges. Also see: Optional additional batteries and battery charger. * Type II PC Cards that are compatible with the Pocket PC operating system. __________________ -=BW=-

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07-11-2002	#5 (permalink)
corvette*rich Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Leesburg, Virginia Posts: 2	I recently bought a single slot Compaq expansion sleeve for my iPaq (802.11b radio card) off www.mobileplanet.com for about $129 (new). Seemed to be a good price and comparable to those auctioning on eBay. They shipped right away and didn't screw me on the shipping charges. Link: http://www.mobileplanet.com/product....97K6&listing=1 Enjoy!

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appledj2 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 4	If your looking for a compact flash card, I got mine new for 40 bucks at amazon, and also it has been discontinued so it will be cheaper. (Has been replaced by a CF sleeve with battery, might wanna wait, wish I did)

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geewiz Registered Member Join Date: May 2002 Posts: 17	Can't remember where I purchased it, but my dual sleeve pcmcia pack for an ipaq cost me less than $160. Got it thru a link from pricewatch 'bout 6 mos ago

07-16-2002	#8 (permalink)
Saint Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 1	I was in the same boat - I wanted to play with PCMCIA cards and the iPaq but couldn't really justify the price. Then I ran across this: http://www.semsons.com/comflastopcc.html I ordered one on 7/11 and it got here yesterday (7/15). Works like a charm. And no, that black part doesn't stick straight up. It's rubber and can actually be folded so that the card is laying flat agains the iPaq CF sleeve - pointing at the ground. This was a much better option - it's only $30 with shipping. Actually, getting my iPaq upand going with the wireless card brought me out here to see if I could get into stumbling. Looks like I need a different card for it. Any suggestions on the most cost effective one?