Palm Tungsten E2 Handheld

Palm Tungsten E2 Handheld Reviews



Overall 3.5 star rating3.54 of 5 (by 13 users)



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Palm Tungsten E2 Handheld Review Summary

The community is all aflutter about Palm’s brushed silver and black Tungsten E2 Handheld PDA. One reviewer praised the E2 Handheld PDA, stating “This Palm definitely gets the job done. I like the Bluetooth option as well- saves me from having to enter information on more than one device (i.e. cell phone),” while another reviewer stated: “This is a nice PDA that takes abuse. My big problem is it memory or lack thereof…” The small and lightweight Tungsten E2 Handheld PDA combines Wi-Fi, MP3 Player, Video Player, a full web browser, with a touch-screen TFT color display. The Palm OS, 200MHz Intel XScale processor, 32MB of RAM and SD Media Card slot round out the Tungsten E2’s feature and function suite. Our community of reviewers highly recommends the Tungsten E2 Handheld PDA; scroll below to read what else our community has to say about this product.
8% of people rated Palm Tungsten E2 Handheld as 5 stars
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54% of people rated Palm Tungsten E2 Handheld as 4 stars
54% of people rated Palm Tungsten E2 Handheld as 4 stars%
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23% of people rated Palm Tungsten E2 Handheld as 3 stars
23% of people rated Palm Tungsten E2 Handheld as 3 stars%
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15% of people rated Palm Tungsten E2 Handheld as 2 stars
15% of people rated Palm Tungsten E2 Handheld as 2 stars%
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No one rated Palm Tungsten E2 Handheld as 1 star
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85% 85% of people recommend Palm Tungsten E2 Handheld 15% of people don't recommend Palm Tungsten E2 Handheld 15%
 

Palm Tungsten E2 Handheld Comparison

4 star rating Most Helpful
Favorable Review
Solid device - while it still works
APR
10
2008
The lifetime on these devices seems to be about two years. I've dropped mine multiple times, but it finally stopped working about a month after the last fall with no apparent provocation, no nothing. While it was working, though, it was a very useful tool. I used a limited number of programs on it, and... review »
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a PC User, Every day computer user

silvrshdw
Durham, NC
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3 star rating Most Helpful
Critical Review
Nice product... until it broke.
DEC
8
2007
I did really like this Palm, when it was working.  It was simple to use, and got the job done.  I don't need a whole lot of features, I was really just using it for contacts and the calendar.  For those purposes, it's a great product.  My only issue with it is that I can no longer use it because... review »
Every day computer user, a busy person

dianareynolds
Lemoore, CA
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Palm Tungsten E2 Handheld Ratings and Reviews

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Palm Tungsten E2 Doesn't last long
Every day computer user

JUL
2
2008
I have owned this product for a little over a year and already it is not functioning. I have taken very good care of it, I have not dropped it or gotten it wet. The screen has always made an annoying buzzing noise and now it behaves erraticly at best. I would not recommend this product to anyone, it is not worth the price payed.
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2 star rating
reviewer
anna76
sturtevant, WI



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Useful, and user friendly
a PC User, Every day computer user, into trying new things, cost-conscious, somewhat tech savvy, computer literate

MAR
6
2008

This Palm definitely gets the job done. I like the Bluetooth option as well- saves me from having to enter information on more than one device (ie, cell phone). Small, fits in my purse. No problems as of yet.

Product was cheaper on the Palm website than where I bought it. Bummer.


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4 star rating
reviewer 2008 Contributor
keobrien3107
Ocala, FL



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it does what you need it to do
not a gadget geek

NOV
13
2007
This is a very reliable palm product. I have had my Tungsten E2 for a few years and not had any major challenges with it.  It is simple to use and does the basics of what I need it to do.  I would definately recommend this for individuals who are not particular technically inclined but still want to utilize the efficiency that comes with using a palm or PDA device. The only thing I really do not like is not being able to access the internet using the device with out having to purchase an additional piece of equipment.  In the future it would be nice if internet acces where integrated into the... review »
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3 star rating
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treezk
Atlanta, GA



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Great PDA, not enough memory, or ease of memory use.
a PC User, Every day computer user, always online, a techie, loving my digital camera, an early adopter

DEC
9
2008
This is a nice PDA that takes abuse. My big problem is it memory, or lack there of. I know, it has a card.  That is nice for some things, like music, pics and documents. The main problem is the difficulty in telling it to put programs on the card instead of the internal memory. Why is it a problem? Well, it also uses internal memory as a type of RAM, or at least that is what it seems like. I was unable to put an update on the unit that was only about 10% smaller than the space left. It would only get through part of the update, then crash. Another problem, is no internet access. Inorder to access... review »
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4 star rating
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bbroom1972
Baltimore, MD



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Solid performer but now behind the times
Every day computer user, a techie

OCT
15
2008
I've owned the Palm Tungsten E2 for almost 2 years now.

The good: the Palm OS is solid and easy to use. It provides a lot of the basic Personal Information managment (PIM) functionality and there is a decent catalog of Palm OS software out on the market, although some of it is looking overpriced especially in the advent of the iPhone and it's App Store.

The bad: with the iPhone, iPod touch, Palm Treo and other devices becoming so prevalent the audience for such a bare device is decreasing rapidly. Of particular note is the lack of WiFi or web-browsing functionality. The device comes with minimal... review »
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4 star rating
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socratesjr
Iowa City, IA



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Not a great product
Every day computer user, a PC User, a techie, always online, living with many animals, somewhat tech savvy, not rich, appreciative of good service

AUG
15
2009

They no longer seem to make a quality product.  I had problems with this unit from the first.  The battery died early, but luckily I had bought a replacement so was able to use it longer.  Then when it got stuck in a cycle of trying to calibrate the screen it was $159 to get it repaired, so now I am without a PDA at all.  This is ridiculous to charge almost as much to repair as it is to buy a new one or a cell phone with a PDA built in.  I am really disappointed in the new products.
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2 star rating
vbltd
480932515



D
Great value
glad to have it, value conscious, budget conscious, Every day computer user, not afraid of technology, technically savvy, technology lover, pc-user

DEC
13
2007
The E2 was a gift from my wife.  It's my first PDA and I have to say I'm hooked.  It's really easy to use.  I was able to add internet usage by buying a WI-FI card, but I must say it is still a little slow.  It's also not that great in surfing regular sites.  However it really helps keeping up with e-mails and such when I'm on the road.  The battery usage is great, I only recharge about once a week.  Calender and contacts are wonderful.  I would buy this product again.
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4 star rating
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odoyle110
Lancaster, OH



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Can't live without my Tungsten E2
computer literate

AUG
25
2008
I couldn't live without my E2, however I worry that it will stop working at any moment.  When dropped even gently the screen can get out of synchronization, and it may reset itself (no data loss).  The cover it comes with starts to tear at the edges, but there are no replacement parts available.
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4 star rating
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kyrangel
Somerset, NJ



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Great Device, Anybody can use it, Recommended.
Every day computer user

FEB
13
2009
The Palm Tungsten E2 is a great handheld PC. It has a lot more storage when purchased with an SD card. Easy to use. Instructions are simple and easy to follow set up guide. The slim look is not bulky and is easy to carry with you.  Well recommended.
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4 star rating
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kadedra2005
Shiner, TX



D
Great product for the basic PDA user
Every day computer user

DEC
15
2008
Use my Tungsten E2 Handheld every day for medical database searches. Easy to use, takes ALOT of hard knocks (dropping, hitting, etc) and keeps on ticking. Really long battery life. I couldn't practice medicine without it.
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5 star rating
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Angus25
Jefferson, MD



D
hard to use
Every day computer user

AUG
6
2008

needs upgrading, screen hard to see, lots of memory
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3 star rating
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lindsaylp
Louisville, KY



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