Official Dell's 12 Days of Deals Day 10 - 37" LCD TV $1399, Cables $129, Axim $349

[Derek]

Dell's 12 Days of Deals is back just in time for Christmas! As with past sales, we should expect some great deals on LCDs, hard drives, and other goodies! This time the sale runs from December 7th until December 18th with a new deal every day around 7 AM EST. Sometimes quantities are limited, so it pays to wake up early to see what is on sale.

Saturday number 2 for this round of Days of Deals. Hopefully they'll make it worth getting up for. External hard drives perhaps?

Dell's Days of Deals Day 10:

Dell W3707C 37" LCD HD TV - $1399
Belkin PureAV Power Console and HDMI Cable Bundle - $129
Dell Axim X51v 624MHz Handheld - $349 (http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=CAqD7bLWUPI&offerid=88712.353556446&type=10&subid=)


Here's the RFD link that you can use to help support RFD:
http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=CAqD7bLWUPI&offerid=88712.353556446&type=10&subid=

[BinaryJay]

I wish for World Peace...

[sunny923]

printers' turn?

[scoop]

:d

[Cyber6]

The Axims should have a mega price drop. I kept reading that Dell is getting out of the PDA business. I don't know if it is true, but it doesn't look like Dell will continue with the Axim line anyway.


C.

[sportmiester]

I think it's time for the Axims to make an appearance

[rookie]

Projector PLS!

[Bastich]

I hope it's a pony.
*

[miss_swan]

The Axims should have a mega price drop. I kept reading that Dell is getting out of the PDA business. I don't know if it is true, but it doesn't look like Dell will continue with the Axim line anyway.


C.


That was the thinking ... but it may not be the whole truth.

The truth is that the Axim x51v is pretty much top of the line with it's specs. So, Dell basically said they had no immediate plans with the Axim line ... plus the whole converged device thing has picked up a ton of steam so Dell is basically sitting on the Axim pda lineup with a wait and see approach.

However, Windows Mobile 6 has been "leaked" and more speculation has returned with Dell perhaps picking up the Axim line for maybe another run ... we'll see.

For more info and talk check out this link:

http://www.mobiletechroundup.com/ show 80.

[GVRtrader]

You guys seem to be confused...

Dell is NOT getting out of the pda business. The actual news is (well in the summer this year), Dell moved the R&D from pda and added it to laptop.

Last year, it was rumored that dell was going to jump into pda phones but that went down the drain and it was the main reason for them to take R&D out.

It is very unlikely that dell will do any price drop on their pda because compared to the ipaq and palm, there prices are still the lowest and for performance, they are right up there. Axim also is the top selling pda (NOT including smart phones, eg moto q).

I think in the last 6-8 months, dell really only did a $20 price drop on the x51v. The best price for axim was during their price error ($200 for the 524mhz model, not the x51v and 1/2 price off all accessory with purchase of that... they honored the price error since thats when i got one... odds of that happening again isnt so high so dont hold your breath).

[McMaggot]

Match prices to items:

$1,399 +$400 = $1,799 DELL W3707C 37" LCD HD TV
$129 +$70 = $199 BELKIN PureAV Power Console and HDMI Cable Bundle
$349 +$150 = $499 DELL Axim X51v 624MHz Handheld

[GVRtrader]

349 looks like x51v

1799 -> 1399 = 37"

199 -> 129 = could be a couple things

just my guess.

Edit:
1799 -> 1399 = 37" (banner item)

Other 2 = not updated yet

Edit again:
BELKIN PureAV Power Console and HDMI Cable Bundle 199 -> 129
Axim x51v 499 -> 349 (wasnt it 329 the last DoD?)
37" 1799 -> 1399

[JYEKao]

349 looks like x51v

1799 -> 1399 = 37"

199 -> 129 = could be a couple things

just my guess.

Edit:
1799 -> 1399 = 37" (banner item)

Other 2 = not updated yet

Items up. Right on the money!

[d_jedi]

It's up:
$1399 - 37" LCD tv
$129 - Belkin power console and HDMI cable
$349 - Axim X51V

[McMaggot]

The HDMI bundle, does it have one cable or 2?

[d_jedi]

BTW: What res. does this TV support? I think 720p, but not 1080i/p? Then again, their spec "Max Resolution 1366x768 Pixels @ 60 Hz" doesn't map directly to anything..

/confused.

[McMaggot]

It prolly does 720p at best. Remeber, that 720 represents vertical res so their maximum res covers it, but not 1080.

[Formula1]

BTW: What res. does this TV support? I think 720p, but not 1080i/p? Then again, their spec "Max Resolution 1366x768 Pixels @ 60 Hz" doesn't map directly to anything..

/confused.
Most likely 1080i, definitely not 1080p.

[can2000]

What's last price for X51v 624MHz? Thanks

[tonyford]

i don't really understand what the HDMI bundle is? can someone clairify?

[xMrGonex]

Good Review of the W3707C 37" TV (http://products.howstuffworks.com/dell-w3706mc-37-inch-lcd-hdtv-review.htm) if anyone's interested

[McMaggot]

i don't really understand what the HDMI bundle is? can someone clairify?

What it has either 1 or 2 HDMI cables(not sure which is why I asked how many it comes with. Picture suggests two, but then again they could be showing both ends of the same cable.) and a power filter/bar.

[tonyford]

so really, if i have a surge protecter already, and a seperate HDMI cable, i don't need one?

[miss_swan]

Good deal on the x51v. The lowest price i've seen or remember is 379 ... and was it 389 last time? Anyways, great unit.

[Ch28]

How come the TV keeps on coming up as $1799 when I try to add it to my cart? :|

[hooky]

The Axim X51v comes up as $499 also.

[clarke1866x2]

I noticed that the Dell GPS Navigation System with Bluetooth Wireless jas dropped from $279 to $159. Is this a good product?

[bisk]

Is it possible to use the Axim as a cell phone? I'm on Rogers btw. I like the idea of being able to see my Outlook Calendar, Contacts, etc on my phone too.

[Jon Lai]

Good deal on the x51v. The lowest price i've seen or remember is 379 ... and was it 389 last time? Anyways, great unit.

Someone said it was $329 last time.. anyone confirm?

[clarke1866x2]

Someone said it was $329 last time.. anyone confirm?

Lowest according to the dell history of deals page (for 2006) is 349.

[Cyber6]

Someone said it was $329 last time.. anyone confirm?


I think the best deal was with an extended battery and a 1 gig card for $399. (I think)


C.

[clarke1866x2]

On the axim customize screen the 2200mAh Second Battery is listed at $79. But if you go through the axim Accessories page the 2200mAh battery is listed at $49. At least, thats my take on it.

Link to battery (http://accessories.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=ca&l=en&s=dhs&cs=CADHS1&sku=310-6942)

[Jon Lai]

On the axim customize screen the 2200mAh Second Battery is listed at $79. But if you go through the axim Accessories page the 2200mAh battery is listed at $49. At least, thats my take on it.

Link to battery (http://accessories.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=ca&l=en&s=dhs&cs=CADHS1&sku=310-6942)

Wow, talk about rip off. Thanks for pointing that out!

[Jon Lai]

I think the best deal was with an extended battery and a 1 gig card for $399. (I think)


C.

Somehow I think that bundle also included a Rhino case...

[ldrafter]

Somehow I think that bundle also included a Rhino case...

Yes, it did include the case. I remember because I returned the three accessory items in the bundle and effectively paid $272 for the Axim itself.

[miss_swan]

Is it possible to use the Axim as a cell phone? I'm on Rogers btw. I like the idea of being able to see my Outlook Calendar, Contacts, etc on my phone too.

You can't use it as a "cel phone" per se ... but you can use the wifi along with skype to do that kind of thing.

I'm a total rook with that kind of stuff on my Axim ... you'd best go over to aximsite.com and check the forums there for the updated info.

What I do know is that the native BT stack isn't that great iirc and those guys at aximsite have made their own widcomm stack that works much better for the majority of BT headsets out there allowing you to pair up and do all that kind of stuff. I'm getting away from my area of expertise so I won't talk any more.

I, personally, would like to have a nice converged device that does all what the Axim does along with cel usage ... but that doesn't exist. Getting closer though.

The HTC products are getting really, really nice but will cost you an arm and ahh-noose (anyone seen Borat yet?)

[mark_in_2k]

Is it possible to use the Axim as a cell phone? I'm on Rogers btw. I like the idea of being able to see my Outlook Calendar, Contacts, etc on my phone too.No, the closest you can get is running Skype on your Axim, and that only uses wifi, not a cellphone network.

[miss_swan]

No, the closest you can get is running Skype on your Axim, and that only uses wifi, not a cellphone network.

I've never bothered ... but how about VoIP? That should work right? Not sure of the details though.

[Gigi]

Is it possible to use the Axim as a cell phone? I'm on Rogers btw. I like the idea of being able to see my Outlook Calendar, Contacts, etc on my phone too.

Actually, it IS possible to use your Axim as a cell phone. Just get a CF GSM/GPRS/EDGE, etc. card and put your SIM in it. (You also have to make sure you find one with WM5 drivers.) However, this really not a practical option given the limited battery life. In other words, you would not be able to leave your Axim on "standby" like you would a cell phone or converged device.

[tokiwadai]

Interested in the Axim. Does the 'standard' one has already case in the bundle?
Or do we have to buy separately (Leather or Rhinoskin)?

how long the standard battery last?

Thx...

[shari2002]

Someone said it was $329 last time.. anyone confirm?

the lowest is 349, check the history of dell days of deals and you willl see..
they sell it for 369 in the last sale, and 349 the one before last

[scoop]

i bought that surge protector for my home theatre setup that was on sale here a few days ago. It doesnt have an input to protect the coax line though. Is something like this power centre much better then the surge protector for my setup?

[kingsley]

Interested in the Axim. Does the 'standard' one has already case in the bundle?
Or do we have to buy separately (Leather or Rhinoskin)?

how long the standard battery last?

Thx...

yeah there is a case that you can slip the axim into. but you have to take the axim out if you want to use it because it's not transparent or anything. it is a hard case though so it is durable

[knapper]

On the axim customize screen the 2200mAh Second Battery is listed at $79. But if you go through the axim Accessories page the 2200mAh battery is listed at $49. At least, thats my take on it.

Link to battery (http://accessories.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=ca&l=en&s=dhs&cs=CADHS1&sku=310-6942)

Just an observation. If you are going to get a Rhino type case, I recommend against the 2200. It is double height, and the Axim will not fit in the case when using the 2200. I have both and seldom use the 2200 for that reason.

BTW: I would trade my 2200 straight up for a 1100 if anyone is interested. I also have a leather (Belkin?) wallet case that I do not use and would let go very cheap.

[miss_swan]

yeah there is a case that you can slip the axim into. but you have to take the axim out if you want to use it because it's not transparent or anything. it is a hard case though so it is durable

Unless they changed it the Ax comes with a soft case, not a hard case and you still have to remove the Ax from the case to use it.

Another thing for others to keep in mind is that you may (like many people including me) find that the original 1100mAh battery insufficient and may consider an extended battery.

If you do keep in mind that if you get a hard case you have to get one that's designed for extended batteries. You don't want a nasty surprise in the end.

For info go to cases.com and use the aximsite.com forum discount too.

[tokiwadai]

yeah there is a case that you can slip the axim into. but you have to take the axim out if you want to use it because it's not transparent or anything. it is a hard case though so it is durable

Thx for the reply.
Cool!..., it comes with a (hard) case already. Thought I need to but a separate one, was thinking of the Executive Cordovan Leather Case (http://accessories.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=ca&l=en&s=dhs&cs=CADHS1&sku=80370891).

Just found an article (http://www.mobilitysite.com/articles/link.php?id=290)re. the battery life.

Thinking to use this pda with my Garmin GPS 10. Need an auto charger...
Is Belkin 2-in-1 Sync/Charge Adapter (http://accessories.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=ca&l=en&s=dhs&cs=CADHS1&sku=80370893) good enough? The cable looks too short for my minivan?:?:
Or this one (http://accessories.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=ca&l=en&s=dhs&cs=CADHS1&sku=310-5767) is better?

Thx...

[redflagrules!]

Interested in the Axim. Does the 'standard' one has already case in the bundle?
Or do we have to buy separately (Leather or Rhinoskin)?

how long the standard battery last?

Thx...

battery life comparison between x50, x51v, and an HP competitor
http://www.brighthand.com/default.asp?newsID=2670&review=Dell+Axim+X51v

[WebCrawler]

I noticed that the Dell GPS Navigation System with Bluetooth Wireless jas dropped from $279 to $159. Is this a good product?

I would not bother with that. Better to get GPS from ebay(~100) & software online(50-100). It's doesn't look like SIRF III and most probably they will send you a outdated map .. :mad:

[mkylau]

Thx for the reply.
Cool!..., it comes with a (hard) case already. Thought I need to but a separate one, was thinking of the Executive Cordovan Leather Case (http://accessories.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=ca&l=en&s=dhs&cs=CADHS1&sku=80370891).

Just found an article (http://www.mobilitysite.com/articles/link.php?id=290)re. the battery life.

Thinking to use this pda with my Garmin GPS 10. Need an auto charger...
Is Belkin 2-in-1 Sync/Charge Adapter (http://accessories.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=ca&l=en&s=dhs&cs=CADHS1&sku=80370893) good enough? The cable looks too short for my minivan?:?:
Or this one (http://accessories.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=ca&l=en&s=dhs&cs=CADHS1&sku=310-5767) is better?

Thx...

the "hard" case that other people have been mentioning is this:

http://www.geek.com/hwswrev/pda/x51v/x513.JPG

i wouldn't consider that protective by any means, however if you're careful with your device, you might get by without purchasing a new case

[Jon Lai]

the "hard" case that other people have been mentioning is this:

http://www.geek.com/hwswrev/pda/x51v/x513.JPG

i wouldn't consider that protective by any means, however if you're careful with your device, you might get by without purchasing a new case

Looks pretty rugged to me. Whats wrong with it? Not like you're going to drop it everywhere you go.

[WebCrawler]

Thx for the reply.
Thinking to use this pda with my Garmin GPS 10. Need an auto charger...
Is Belkin 2-in-1 Sync/Charge Adapter (http://accessories.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=ca&l=en&s=dhs&cs=CADHS1&sku=80370893) good enough? The cable looks too short for my minivan?:?:
Or this one (http://accessories.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=ca&l=en&s=dhs&cs=CADHS1&sku=310-5767) is better?

Thx...

If you need a cheaper alternative, have a look at this. I have this Auto charger, so far no problems..

http://www.alpinetop.com/c/20000962/Dell-Axim-X51V/accessory/Dell-Axim-X51V-Accessories.html

It's shipped from HK for 5.95 Flat fee.:)

[WebCrawler]

http://www.alpinetop.com/c/20000962/Dell-Axim-X51V/accessory/Dell-Axim-X51V-Accessories.html



BTW Prices are in USD... though it has a regional office in Markham

[mkylau]

Looks pretty rugged to me. Whats wrong with it? Not like you're going to drop it everywhere you go.

The only time I've dropped it, it didn't protect my device at all. The bottom corners of the Axim is not protected, so if it happens to hit asphalt road (like mine did) it will get scratched and dented.

The case is rugged, but it is a soft case for sure. There is, at most, a piece of cardboard stitched between the cover. Any pressure on the case will directly be transferred to the screen and potentially crack it. (Personal experience from my previous soft, leather PDA case).

[roguechameleon]

Is it possible to use the Axim as a cell phone? I'm on Rogers btw. I like the idea of being able to see my Outlook Calendar, Contacts, etc on my phone too.

Two words... BlackBerry Pearl.

[kingandjen]

2 more days...

[konfusion666]

ordered the axim, hope it doesn't disappoint.

[mahir_mohsin]

does anyone here know if the belkin PureAV console will work with 220V power??

[miss_swan]

Two words... BlackBerry Pearl.
Yes, they are totally different devices.

[WebCrawler]

Two words... BlackBerry Pearl.

Totally different devices.. pearl is Phone with few pda functions, Axim is a 'palmtop'. Any products from Imate like Jasjar, Jam etc.. is a better suggestion.

[hfx_chris]

I'm debating the Axim, but I'm not sure.. does Dell usually have pretty decent boxing day sales?

[zero_]

The Axim comes with a lot of trial software. Are there any freeware alternatives? Such as virus scanner?

[Gigi]

The Axim comes with a lot of trial software. Are there any freeware alternatives? Such as virus scanner?

There's lots of freeware available; check sites such as:

http://www.freewareppc.com/
http://www.pocketpcfreewares.com/en/

And for now, I wouldn't worry about viruses infecting Pocket PCs. Anti-virus checkers are merely memory hogs for the time being.

[lasok]

i bought that 37inch 2weeks ago at $1599. dam, i should have waited:(

[Larocca]

That Belkin Power Bar is a wicked price, with the HDMI cable. what a steal.
The power bar alone sells for $300 alone in high end home theater shops, and cost from suppliers are about $200. With the cost of the HDMI cable about $80 or more, seriously people it's a steal.

And this is no regular power bar. It actually filters the power cleans it up
and give your TV and audio equipment the power it needs.
So really it should give a majority of the people a noticeable improvement in picture quality. Trust me it works, not only for my self who has a higher end model, my friend picked up this same unit and with a deal paid $210. (Power bar alone). He also noticed improvement in picture quality.

I'm ordering one just for my second TV in my bedroom and use the HDMI also.
Do a search on reviews on any Belkin PureAV Power Consoles and you will see in the review that it does do what it's suppose to do.

:cheesygri :cheesygri :cheesygri

[Nick]

Purchased an Axim. Thanks - I was looking forward to it!

[zoomzoom]

Yeah, even at the sale price, I still can't pull the trigger on the Axim... With all the accessories I need, it'll tack on another chunk of change that throws it outta my budget. Oh well, maybe next year. :(

[Staples_Insider]

Just visited their website and the front page of the deals lists the Axim for $119...obviously a typo, though I wonder why nobody else has noticed? FYI only.

[can2000]

Just visited their website and the front page of the deals lists the Axim for $119...obviously a typo, though I wonder why nobody else has noticed? FYI only.

They changed the deal:
Laser Printer 1710



From $249
Now from
$119

[GVRtrader]

Just visited their website and the front page of the deals lists the Axim for $119...obviously a typo, though I wonder why nobody else has noticed? FYI only.

Actually thats not a typo, its dell's slow process of changing. They first change the price of the deals for the next day (notice the oringal prices are different too) then they show the item. Using the regular price and sale price, you can generally guess what the item will be for sale (eg, 3k+ regular price can only mean 50" plasma... and thats true since the page is now updated with the item).

If you try to add anything to cart during this process, it will add the old item (for example, the x51v) but at the regular price (499). Once they totally finish their update, you can add the new item (which in the place of the x51v is a dell printer).

[surfmonster]

Damn...I missed out on yesterday's Axim deal (busy all day):( . Anyone ever try to phone the next day and try to get the deal? I would REALLY like to get the X51V at this price.

[konfusion666]

anybody's Axim shipped yet?

[eyey123]

anybody's Axim shipped yet?

mine is showing shipped status :)

[tokiwadai]

Anybody received their axim yet?
Acc. to purolator, mine is still stuck "In Transit In US" since Dec 17...
Hope tomorrow is the day...

[konfusion666]

CanPost came to my house today, no-one home so they left their tag.
Picking it up tomorrow.

Woohoo!

[Nick]

Mine is supposed to arrive tomorrow (Dec 21, 2006), according to the website.

[aerokit]

Anybody received their axim yet?
Acc. to purolator, mine is still stuck "In Transit In US" since Dec 17...
Hope tomorrow is the day...

Mine is also stuck "In Transit In US" since Dec. 18, but Dell's ETA of arrival is Dec. 27th.

[tokiwadai]

Anybody received their axim yet?
Acc. to purolator, mine is still stuck "In Transit In US" since Dec 17...
Hope tomorrow is the day...

Changed to "On vehicle for delivery"...
But then changed to "Delivery Rescheduled" :confused:
There was someone today at home the whole day...
Why is it rescheduled? What does it mean? >:(

[konfusion666]

picked my axim up today from Puro. good thing they put it in a relatively small box, i hate it when electronics is shipped in a box thats 100x the size.

charging it now. do i REALLY need to wait the 8 hours before continuing to use it (i.e. set it up) or can i start the setup right away?

[Nick]

I'm curious - some of you guys mentioned that it was shipped by Purolator (and some even had the current status/location of the package). Where did you find that? On Dell's order page, all I see is "Canada Post Shipping" and approximate shipping date. :?:

[konfusion666]

I'm curious - some of you guys mentioned that it was shipped by Purolator (and some even had the current status/location of the package). Where did you find that? On Dell's order page, all I see is "Canada Post Shipping" and approximate shipping date. :?:

err... dunno! i got a call from Purolator, asking me to pick up my parcel and so I did. that's where i picked up my Axim from. i never bothered tracking it on the website.

[tokiwadai]

I'm curious - some of you guys mentioned that it was shipped by Purolator (and some even had the current status/location of the package). Where did you find that? On Dell's order page, all I see is "Canada Post Shipping" and approximate shipping date. :?:

Check this thread, Anyway to track a Dell delivery? (http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showthread.php?t=381224)

HTH. ;)

[tokiwadai]

Can anybody confirm that the axim cradle battery status light keeps on flashing green and amber continuously when connected to electrical outlet? :confused:

Thanks.

[kcjchan]

Can anybody confirm that the axim cradle battery status light keeps on flashing green and amber continuously when connected to electrical outlet? :confused:

Thanks.

It doesn't do that on mine. It either stays green or stays amber.

[miss_swan]

Can anybody confirm that the axim cradle battery status light keeps on flashing green and amber continuously when connected to electrical outlet? :confused:

Thanks.

Shouldn't.

- if it's charging it should show amber
- if it's full it will go green
- i've never seen my x51v flash continuously ... check the aximsite.com forums for any mention of this problem.

if you don't find anything mentioning of this then i'd get Dell on the phone and look into (or demand) an exchange. Like a new one, not a refurb, if you bought this unit within 30 days.

[kcjchan]

Shouldn't.

- if it's charging it should show amber
- if it's full it will go green
- i've never seen my x51v flash continuously ... check the aximsite.com forums for any mention of this problem.

if you don't find anything mentioning of this then i'd get Dell on the phone and look into (or demand) an exchange. Like a new one, not a refurb, if you bought this unit within 30 days.


Yeah, they sent me a refurb when it was within 10 days that I demanded an exchange. This is really easy to tell, a refurb usually ships from Canada and only includes the PDA, and a shipping return label is readily found inside the box. My refurb had a lot of dust stuck UNDER the screen's top plastic layer. Then I demanded another exchange and it shipped from the States in a COMPLETE retail package. They had to email me the shipping label the second time.