Comments on: Dynamism Viliv S5 UMPC Special Offer Redux

By: Boxcar

Boxcar — Tue, 26 May 2009 05:47:02 +0000

I know fedex can be a pain sometimes (won’t let you pickup early) but it’s the only company I use for high dollar products for my own company as well. Have you ever tried getting your money back after purchasing insurance and having an item lost by USPS? It’s a serious hassle. I have had problems with UPS too. While agree Dynamism charged more then the actual cost, it was worth it to me. I’m sure some of that had to do with the increase in the amount of packing and shipping they would normally deal with in a day. Employees cost money. That’s my guess anyways.

I was more then happy with my purchase and the service I received from dynamism. To me the quality of the products and standing behind them means more then waiting a couple of extra days.

By: sup

sup — Sat, 23 May 2009 20:03:33 +0000

What are peoples’ thoughts on listening to music on this device while running or at the gym? I imagine the weight and size may be annoying while running. Also, the HDD is not solid state. The small spinning disks probably won’t appreciate the constant bumping. Does anyone think this should not be an issue?

I’m looking to finally replace my palm tungsten T5. This device is the top contender so far.

By: Leo

Leo — Sat, 23 May 2009 17:26:30 +0000

I tried to order one on Dynamism’s first offer, but got hung up forever in the queue and the order never went through. I successfully ordered one on the second offer and all went well — UNTIL.

They said the ship date was expected to be 26 May. I was surprised on Thursday, 21 May, when I got an e-mail saying it was shipped. Hooray! But then I went into FedEx hell. Three-day shipping meant that a box shipped on Thursday morning in Chicago would be delivered 600 miles away the NEXT WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON!

Dynamism charged a huge amount for FedEx shipping, at least twice actual cost. I opted for “Three day saver,” which was $42.18 for a four pound box from Chicago to Virginia. On early Saturday morning, the FedEx website showed that the box was sitting at a FedEx facility 12 miles and 15 minutes drive from my house. The facility was open until 5:00 pm.

I called FedEx, and they said the box cannot be released until Wednesday as that is the term of the contract with the shipper.

That same box could have been shipped US Priority Mail and insured for the entire amount and delivered Saturday for $22.90.

I am really disappointed in both Dynamism and FedEx. I think I’ll take my business elsewhere.

By: James Kendrick

James Kendrick — Sat, 23 May 2009 12:56:09 +0000

I’m not aware of anywhere.

By: James Kendrick

James Kendrick — Sat, 23 May 2009 12:55:15 +0000

pocketables.net

By: sup

sup — Sat, 23 May 2009 05:26:55 +0000

Is there anywhere to try or see this device before buying? I am in New York City. Are any retail stores expected to carry this?

By: gamble

gamble — Fri, 15 May 2009 07:49:19 +0000

is there a decent forum for these? i ordered mine this go around and wouldn’t mind a community to see what others have come up with for them…

By: Nathan

Nathan — Fri, 15 May 2009 02:36:06 +0000

When I plug in headphones on my S5, the Realtek software pops up and asks whether I’ve plugged in headphones or a microphone. This makes me think that you could plug any microphone in that has a 3.5mm jack and use it with skype. I also saw some really small microphones on ebay for $10 that have a 3.5mm jack. They were slightly larger than a pencil eraser and wouldn’t look too obnoxious sticking out of the S5, IMO.

By: David M

David M — Thu, 14 May 2009 18:07:43 +0000

I’m eagerly waiting for mine also. I tried ordering during the first pre-sale and it turned out to be an exercise in frustration. Glad they fixed the issues this time because my order went through this morning as smooth as could be.

By: Ron P.

Ron P. — Thu, 14 May 2009 17:37:08 +0000

I felt the same way. As much as I hate to buy anything new, I love that “next to new” killer used pricing, no point in waiting and I feel the Bonus accessories will try and hold our value an extra 60 days maybe !!!

By: dodgen247

dodgen247 — Thu, 14 May 2009 17:18:54 +0000

After all the great reviews I read on this little guy, I just couldnt say no! My order went through just fine, I think some are still available now!

By: Ron P.

Ron P. — Thu, 14 May 2009 17:08:23 +0000

Well I ordered mine at 1pm and was completed without any issue at 1:06PM. So all I can say is so far so good. BTW, as a matter of point, I did call and ask if they would charge anything in any way to my credit card prior to shipping and was told definitely not.

By: tal

tal — Thu, 14 May 2009 16:28:33 +0000

I am feeling very technology challenged now :)
Thanks for the clarification – hahaha.

By: borax99 (Alain C.)

borax99 (Alain C.) — Thu, 14 May 2009 16:08:43 +0000

For maximum portability and flexibility, you’ll want to use a Bluetooth headset. USB would work all right, but you’d have an awkward cable sticking out of the side, too accident-prone for me.

By: borax99 (Alain C.)

borax99 (Alain C.) — Thu, 14 May 2009 16:07:06 +0000

In mini-desktop mode (à la James), I agree it’s a bit “squinty,” but it works very well for me in handheld mode. I tweaked up the dpi (105%) and am very happy with it.

By the way, believe the hype everyone, this thing rocks. Ultimately its greatest limitations are lack of 3G and SSD – and for me that’s no showstopper.

By: Kevin C. Tofel

Kevin C. Tofel — Thu, 14 May 2009 15:54:40 +0000

Or a USB headset, for that matter.