Hi,
I am in the market for a new PDA. I've been using a Handspring Visor for the last several years but it's now really falling apart :(. Initially I used to sync it to linux using coldsync + conduits but later found jpilot and things were really cool. Two way sync was a dream.
I presently also have a Sharp Zaurus 5500 but with openzaurus gone and angstrom developers not really interested in developing for the 5500, I have been looking at stuff on the net and can't really make up my mind.
I need the following:
Sync - both ways with a _linux desktop_ natively. This is essential. I'm willing to bust my chops setting it up the first time but I'd love to have a scenario where I just plug it in (or use wifi/bt) and it syncs.
Calender - with reminder
Contacts - with categories (this seems to nix the Nokia E51)
Password wallet - again essential, preferably something I can read on my desktop too. At present I am using gnukeyring, which is perfect for the job.
Ability to install other software - I have some medical books, and OTP generator amongst other things. Think kismet/wellenreiter.
Cross platform - I'd love to be able to have the ability to sync my _next_ pda/smartphone with this desktop software and not have to manually copy over all my stuff.
wifi/bt - either but both would be super.
I have looked at the Nokia E51, and seen openmoko on the net. Any other choces ? any gotchas ?
I have looked at opensync but it does not seem to be ready yet. I've looked at online sync services but I don't want to trust a 3rd party.
I am using kubuntu at present.
regards,
Sharukh.