Review: BoxWave MiniSync cable

I received my new Sync/Charge travel cable for the Dell Axim X5 today from BoxWave. 

When ordering this, I was looking for a good portable cable for keeping my Axim charged-up while on the road, plus the ability to sync with my PC at home whenever I need to install programs, or copy files.

After playing with the cable for a while, here are my thoughts:

  • $15.50 price is far cheaper than ordering a new Sync cable from Dell, (+1)
  • All of the features were as advertised, and the package was delivered via US Postal Service with decent packaging.  (+1)
  • They required a Delivery Confirmation signature which forced me to go to the local Post Office to pick it up  (-1)
  • The total package is nice and small (4inches long when retracted), therefore more portable. (+1)
  • Plugged-in right away without any problems connecting and syncronizing. (+1)
  • The interface adapter for the Dell plugged-in easily, but was also easily pulled-loose.  I would prefer a connector that somehow snapped-on to the Axim so it would stay better.  (-1)

Overall, I felt I made a good purchase, but lets see how well this thing holds-up while traveling. :)

1 Comment

  • After about a month of light use in my iPaq 1945 (probably no more than once a week) the cable quit working. It still charges, but no sync. I suspect a bad connection. Also, the usb connector is kind of fat so I can't plug it and another usb cable next to it on my pc. Also, I would prefer a little longer cable.

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