There is a blackberry forum that has some good info on GSM providers in Europe and the UK.
http://www.pdastreet.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?s=c45933320df493fe893e3532c 054bbc8&daysprune=&forumid=7 Do a search for "Europe provider" and it will pull up some good threads. In general, the conclusion seems to be that T-Mobile has an edge due to better roaming agreements. Also, 900 Mhz is very important as it may be the only available service in many places. With the Ipaqs make sure it has a user replaceable battery. Good luck and have a good trip. r -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Frank Keeney Sent: Tuesday, April 26, 2005 5:09 PM To: [email protected] Subject: [SOCALWUG] Wireless PDA choices and pay as you go service in the UK It's been many years since I've carried a PDA. I have an upcoming trip to the UK (a 2 week vacation) and I need email and other connectivity while traveling. I definitely need Windows Mobile for Windows integration. I'm considering one of these PDA's (unlocked version): HP iPAQ h6315 HP iPAQ h6340 HP iPAQ h6365 Each of these appear to support quad band, international GSM/GPRS. I'm looking at T-Mobile or Cingular for my service in the US. Which one is recommended? Most of my use in the US is withing Southern California. I'd like to arrange a UK service before I leave. I need a "pay as you go" data and voice service in the UK. Can anyone recommend a "pay as you go" data and voice service for use in the UK? Any reason not to go with the HP iPAQ? Is there another killer PDA I should consider? Which accessories do you recommend? I don't travel overseas very often at all, so I only need a temporary service outside the US. Thank you Frank Keeney Tel: +1-626-344-1424 Pasadena Networks, LLC http://www.wlanparts.com
