SnapNType Mini Keyboard for Dell AximTM X50/X51 Handhelds

I just bought my mini keyboard for my Dell Axim X50v and both the installation CD and Belkin website driver download do not work. Spoke to a Belkin Tech support person and they said that no other software is available for me to use. Also received an email from Belkin Tech Support stating "The F8D0502 was only designed for the original Axim X50 and X51. Unfortunately the F8D0502 does not work with the new Axim X50v and X51v

models." Installing other software for my axim works fine but this program. Oh well, guess i'll have to just return it. So inconvenient...

First off let me state that I don't use this keyboard anymore. The thumbkey keyboard is too thick for my Axim carrying case and I didn't like the way it covers up so much of the shortcut buttons at the bottom of the Axim. Secondly, let me mention that I don't really *hate* this keyboard, just that for me the iGo Stowaway fits the bill much better. Even though the iGo is a "real" keyboard, as opposed to a thumb-keyboard, I can fold it up and carry it with my Axim in the carrying case.

The thumb keys on the Belkin do not allow quick typing. It is like you really have to mush-down on the key to make it respond. I was not as happy with this as I thought I would be. But it does work as advertised.

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I got this for my Axim X50 and it works fine with no installation issues. Pretty standard keyboard. I had the same exact keyboard for my Ipaq and this one works the exact same way although it was even easier to install for the Dell vice the HP.

Just watch out like the others reviewers say and make sure it is for your specific Axim. As long as it is, you will be satisfied. An attachable keyboard is worth it if you use your pocket PC much at all.

I gave 4 stars vice 5 only because of the somewhat nebulous compatibility issues.

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This little keyboard works well and I have no complaints with it's function. It is somewhat top heavy when attached to an Axim in that it tends to fall forward in your hand while you are typing. You just have to compensate a little when holding it. One point of criticism is that I have yet to discover all of the functions. I may be a dummy but I still can't find the "apostrophe" in any of the keys strokes (ALT, SHFT, 2ND)! It's got to be there someplace.

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This "thumb board" is much better then the built-in (on screen) keyboard.

Con: It requires an extra travel bag to go along with your Axim.