How does the wizard compare to Xda EXEC ?

[Swifty]

Hi all,

I have an XDA exec, and am looking to change it for a Wizard. How much difference (if any) is there in the speed of these devices, as I understand the Wizard doesn't use an Intel processor it uses Texas Instruments.
Does this mean having to get different binaries ? or do ARM ones still work ?
How do these devices compare... any thoughts appreciated.

Cheers

[chrissyboy6969]

Well i had an exec and made the exact same decision as you are thinking of making. I have no regrets believe me. First and foremost the phone part works brilliantly, secondly it seems faster to me than the exec, you dont look like a tit when you answer it and it doesnt weigh a ton.

Things i miss:-
VGA Screen
3g Data speed
Nicer keyboard

Things i dont miss:-
Useless phone
Slow speed
Weighty
Large and hard to use

Any more questions just ask

Chris

[Ineedtoys]

Well i had an exec and made the exact same decision as you are thinking of making. I have no regrets believe me. First and foremost the phone part works brilliantly, secondly it seems faster to me than the exec, you dont look like a tit when you answer it and it doesnt weigh a ton.

Things i miss:-
VGA Screen
3g Data speed
Nicer keyboard

Things i dont miss:-
Useless phone
Slow speed
Weighty
Large and hard to use

Any more questions just ask

Chris
Phew, glad it's working out for you Chris! :D

[cyberslinger]

I had an exec and now I HAVE A WIZARD... I will never look back. I miss the VGA screen but that's about it.

Cyb :)

[knowsleyroader]

Have both but going to sell my exec.

Again will only miss the beautiful VGA screen.

[steverae]

Would O2 do a straight swap for the wizard (xda mini) or did you guys buy and sell yours privately ?

EDIT: Only within the first 14 days :(

Anyone wanna swap a XDA exec, bought in october 2005 for a xda mini (wizard) in black.

PM me if interested

[Swifty]

Thanks for the responses gents, seems like a unanimous decision all round to me :)

[zoidster]

Just to uphold the concensus ...

I got the Exec first , then an MDA Vario

I must say I agree with all that is said so far , the only downside is the size of the screen and the lack of 3G (no big deal IMO ) But in it's (the vario's) favour , it is a much better PHONE than the Exec , and I do need my device to be able to function as a phone as well as making the tea etc.

I am a bit gutted , as I loved the Exec , and feel sad that the Vario has rendered it almost obsolete (for my needs , at least)

Tried to sell the Exec on Ebay , but had a bit of trouble - and to be honest I was quite pleased , as I don't REALLY want to sell it :? , but can't really justify keeping it either !

[Tomdale]

I could have written that post!

I have the O2 mini and Exec. Why? Well I got the Exec through my work when upgrading and I got the mini for myself as it looked agreat bit of kit. Have had both for about three weeks.

Guess what is sitting there not getting used - the Exec!!! Sure it has a great screen and the keyboard is a flashback to the Psion 5 but for sheer convenience it has to the the mini - excellent (not fantastic a an actual phone but a great all rounder).

It will be inetresting what will be out this time next year!

Anyone want an Exec?

[XDAII]

I have to agree with everything above. I had an Universal for about 6 weeks and loved it, however, I did find it totally unpractical as an everyday phone and ended up diverting calls to an old Nokia, which sort of defeated the object!! I then saw a K-Jam in PC World and it was love at first sight :D Got a fantastic deal from T-Mob (Vario) and have never looked back. I think the Universal is a great bit of kit but the Wizard does it for me every time :D