Overall Score
15.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#8376)15.3
Performance(#7014)38.8
Camera(#2086)39.6
Display(#11692)9.5
Battery(#8604)11.8
Build(#3539)15.8
Connectivity(#8242)20.4
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring HP iPAQ Data Messenger
Short Review
- The HP iPAQ Data Messenger features a compact design with dimensions of 114 x 57 x 17.4 mm and a weight of 160g, making it portable yet sturdy.
- Its 2.81-inch TFT resistive touchscreen offers a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels, providing basic visual clarity but limited color depth with only 65K colors.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm MSM7201A chipset and a 528 MHz ARM 11 CPU, paired with 128MB RAM, which may struggle with multitasking.
- The 3.15 MP rear camera includes autofocus but lacks optical image stabilization, limiting photo quality in challenging conditions.
- Battery life is supported by a 1140 mAh capacity, but the absence of fast charging and wireless charging options may hinder usability.
- Running on Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional, the software experience may feel outdated compared to modern standards.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11b/g and Bluetooth 2.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC capabilities.
- The device does not feature stereo speakers or a headphone jack, which may affect audio experience.
- Special features are minimal, focusing primarily on basic communication needs.
- Overall, the HP iPAQ Data Messenger serves as a functional device for its time but shows limitations in various aspects compared to contemporary smartphones.
Specifications
General
Release Date2009
Announced2008
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size2.81"
TypeTFT resistive touchscreen, 65K colors
Resolution240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~142 ppi density)
PPI240
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM7201A
CPU528 MHz ARM 11
GPUAdreno 130
Memory128MB RAM, 256MB ROM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera3.15 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity1140 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Po 1140 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions114 x 57 x 17.4 mm (4.49 x 2.24 x 0.69 in)
Weight160 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlue
Foldable✗
SAR0.71 W/kg (head) 1.04 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 7.2/2 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11b/g
Bluetooth2.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemMicrosoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsN/A