Has the Hiptop had its day? PC World's Richard Baguley reports on his experiences with the Danger Hiptop communicator.

We review lots of products here at PC World, but typically we don't get to spend more than a few days with them--and sometimes you get a different take on a new gadget after living with it for a few months. In this column, I'll be reporting about my personal experiences with products we've formally reviewed.

First up: the Danger Hiptop. Launched in 2002, the Hiptop--a cell phone/PDA hybrid that T-Mobile markets as the Sidekick--went on to be named PC World Product of the Year for 2003. I've been using one since January 2003, and it has become indispensable to me. I love its small size, nice keyboard, and good selection of built-in software. And although the browser is rather basic, I enjoy being able to read the BBC News Web site on my long daily commute.

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