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Handspring Visor Platinum (Silver) Average Customer Review:  Electronics list price: $199.99 US | Canada | United Kingdom | Germany | France Editorial Review One of Handspring's two new Visors running with the faster 33 MHzMotorola Dragonball VZ processor, the Visor Platinum offers a competitive optionto the Palm V series. Although it doesn't sport a color display like its newsibling, the Visor Prism, the Platinum offers 16 shades of gray, outputtingsharper graphics in games and applications. It also features 8 MB of memory likethe Visor Deluxe, providing plenty of room for storing contacts, notes, and e-mails. But the Visor Platinum's selling point is its new processor, which performsfaster than other Visors or Palm handhelds (Handspring claims up to a 50 percentincrease in speed). While we didn't put a radar gun to the Platinum, itcertainly felt speedier than the Visor Deluxe--tapping on an application openedit almost instantaneously. Using a USB cradle, our desktop synchronizations sped along nicely, usuallycompleted in just a few seconds unless we were adding applications.Additionally, since the Platinum uses the Palm OS, most third-party programswritten for Palm handhelds will work for the Platinum. One difference between the Visor Platinum and the Palm V series that Handspringmost likely won't boast about is its size. Where the sleek Palm V series sportsa depth of only 0.4 inches, the Platinum retains the standard Visor form factorof 0.7 inches. But when you've got the expandability that the Handspring's Springboard moduleslot offers--allowing you to add a digital camera, a cell phone, a Tiger Woodsgolf game, or an MP3 player--you don't need to quibble over slimness. Also, likeother Visors, the Platinum features a built-in microphone (though you'll need toadd a module, such as a voice recorder or the phone module, to use it). If you're already a Palm or Handspring user, there may not be enough about thePlatinum to sway you to pick up this new product. But if you're looking for thecutting edge of handheld speed, the Platinum is ready and raring to go. --J.Curtis Pros:
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Thanks, Handspring, I've explored my options--and I'm switching to Sony.
This is my first PDA, so have no idea if this is just a fact of life with all PDAs or what. Other than that this PDA is more than enough for my needs, no need to blow $300-500 for some fancy schmancy full-color 400 MHz (same as an old Pentium II desktop!) HP or Sony running Pocket Windows, which is actually not as easy to use as Palm OS. ... Read more Asin: B00004Y7TC |
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Great product...until you try to have it repaired
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Targus Stowaway Keyboard Visor Average Customer Review: Electronics list price: $99.99 US | Canada | United Kingdom | Germany | France Editorial Review The Targus Stowaway portable keyboard for Handspring Visor enables you to quickly and comfortably enter text into your handheld without having to carry around a full-size desktop keyboard. The Stowaway keyboard is a full-size keyboard when open but folds instantly to about the size of your Visor. This portable keyboard has the same key spacing as a standard desktop keyboard so it's comfortable to use. Plus, at only 7.9 ounces it won't weigh you down. This Stowaway keyboard is compatible with Handspring Visor handhelds running Palm OS v3.1 or later, including Visor Pro, Neo, Prism, Deluxe, and Platinum. It is not compatible with Handspring Visor Edge handhelds or the Handspring Treo series. (See the Stowaway portable keyboard model for Visor Edge.) Installation of the Keyboard application onto your Handspring Visor is easily accomplished during a typical HotSync. (To prepare the app for HotSync, simply add it to Install Tool on Windows, or Install Handheld Files in the Mac HotSync Manager.) Because the keyboard only needs power while it is actually being used, the effect on the overall battery life of your Visor will be minimal. To operate the keyboard with your handheld, click the Stowaway keyboard open from its folded position, lay it flat, and slide the keyboard parts together (it's separated into thirds for folding). Then, simply attach your handheld and start typing in a text-based program. You can do virtually all your work without taking your fingers off the keyboard with the Stowaway. The four custom keys on the right side of the keyboard (Date Book, Address, To Do List, and Memo Pad) are preprogrammed shortcut keys to activate certain applications, but they can be customized with the Keyboard application. Placing the keyboard on a firm, flat surface offers the best results, because of the folding design. However, you can use it on your lap as long as the keyboard is supported by a magazine or book across its open expanse. --Agen G.N. Schmitz ... Read more Features Reviews (122)
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I miss my stowaway
Best $80 I ever spent on portable electronics
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Documents to Go 4 Professional Edition Average Customer Review:  CD-ROM (03 August, 2001) list price: $69.99 US | Canada | United Kingdom | Germany | France Editorial Review While it won't replace the desktop computer any time soon, the handheld PDA is catching up and is becoming rather indispensable. Documents To Go 4.0 Professional makes several popular document formats easily portable and even allows basic editing on the run. Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files synch between PDA and multiple computers quickly and completely, and can be viewed on the Palm screen with surprising readability. Users can edit Word and Excel files, though the range of editing options is necessarily more limited than on desktop machines, and some files (especially complex Word documents) are tough to work with. Installation is pretty simple; like all Palm software, there are several steps, but most users should find themselves synching files shortly. The interface is nearly transparent and the coders took pains to reproduce the look and feel of Microsoft Office. The Acrobat reader is a nice feature, even if the images are stripped to save memory. Despite this, RAM will be a problem for some users, who will undoubtedly have to make some tough decisions about which files to keep on the Palm. Minor memory and editing problems aside, Documents To Go 4.0 Professional makes on-the-run synching and file-fixing a snap. And while the PDA won't replace the desktop machine anytime soon, the laptop better watch out. --Rob Lightner ... Read more Reviews (9)
A must have item. ... Read more Asin: B00005MPQ5 |
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Portable Innovation Technology PIT MemPlug SmartMedia Adaptor Memory Card Springboard Module Average Customer Review: Electronics list price: $49.99 US | Canada | United Kingdom | Germany | France Editorial Review Expand your Handspring Visor handheld's memory using SmartMedia cards with the MemPlug Springboard module. Just plug it into your Visor like any other Springboard module and insert any SmartMedia Card to enjoy practically unlimited memory expansion. The MemPlug requires no external software or batteries to operate (it runs off the Visor's own power). Also included is gMovie Maker software, which allows you to create gMovie files from movie and animation files. The MemPlug also has its own flash memory for future upgrades. ... Read more Features Reviews (32)
The Memplug adapter fits into the springboard slot in the back of the unit. At most it adds about an ounce or two to the units total weight. It comes with several applications already loaded on the unit, including a file mover, photo application, and document reader. The document reader, CSpotRun, can access files that are stored on the memory card. This is what really sold me on the device. Since I like to carry around e-books on my Handspring, this will allow me to have more than two or three books available at any point in time. One of the things that annoyed me about this device is the amount time that the applications that access the memory card take to load up. I understand this is probably because it is loading the file into memory. While it doesn't take that long, it is still annoying. I also had one other minor problem. When I first started using the card it seemed to act strange at times. After a quick visit to the company's website, I downloaded a new driver for the unit and that cleared up everything. In closing, the MemPlug SmartMedia adaptor is something that should be on the buy list for all Handspring users. It works well and does what it says. For the price, the ability to increase the memory available to your handheld is well worth it.
I've had my Visor Deluxe crash on my more times than I can remember and lose all my data because I was nowhere near a computer to sync it.This memplug allows you to save MULTIPLE images to your CF, SM, SD, MMC or whatever card.Their latest firmware upgrade even supports VFS (Virtual File System) as much as the OS 3.1 is capable of handling. I do have a few software conflicts (ie: MobiBook), and its reliability is not superior.However, it IS functional and the quirks can be dealt with. On a sadder note, Memplug's Customer Service is not all that wonderful, but apparently getting better.Their manual is written in what appears to be English edited by a non-native speaker - as is some of their interface software.Other than that, a FINE product! ... Read more Asin: B00005BH30 |
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SanDisk 128 MB SmartMedia Card Average Customer Review: Electronics (30 April, 2001) list price: $49.99 US | Canada | United Kingdom | Germany | France Editorial Review SanDisk SmartMedia cards are the perfect solution when you're looking for portable, easy-to-use storage for images, audio files, data, and other digital files. SmartMedia cards are light and easy to carry, and they work interchangeably with PCs and laptops. They're easier to transport than a stack of floppy diskettes, and give you more storage capacity and greater ease of use. ... Read more Features Reviews (25)
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Sony CLIE PEG-T615C/L Handheld (Blue) Average Customer Review: Electronics US | Canada | United Kingdom | Germany | France Editorial Review Having already dipped its toe in the ocean that is the PDA market with the Clié PEG-SN760C and the PEG-S300 models, Sony has now jumped in with a second-generation color model--the PEG-T615C. Featuring the same 33 MHz DragonBall processor, high-resolution 320 x 320 color screen, and jog wheel functionality, it also boasts 16 MB of internal RAM, the latest version of the Palm OS (v. 4.1), and a superslim aluminum body. Very similar in design to Sony's previous color model, the Clié PEG-T615C features the same Jog Dial button, allowing for easy, one-handed navigation around applications. The scroll buttons have been replaced with a tiny rocker switch, which doesn't function as easily as the original buttons. Also, the included flipover screen protector does have a tendency to detach from the unit a bit too easily. The Memory Stick slot has been retained, allowing for increased expandability. Battery life runs at about 15 days before a recharge is required, though this does depend entirely on how much you use the PDA. The PEG-T615C has lots of little pluses that make it stand out from the rest. It sits in the cradle nicely and it doesn't make a horrible crunching sound when it's removed, unlike some PDAs. Clié-specific applications such as the AV Remote Commander, World Alarm (which allows you to use your own sound files), Sound Utility, and Clié Paint are fun to play around with. Those of you wanting to do some serious work will be pleased with Documents To Go and Intellisync Lite. The latest version of the Palm OS includes easier data entry and enhanced security and mobile connectivity. However, the standout feature on the PEG-T615C has to be the high-resolution screen--the images are sharp and detailed, while the text is supersmooth. It makes other PDA displays look positively archaic. With its bright color screen, superior sound quality, and supersleek body, the PEG-T615C is probably the best (and sexiest) Palm OS-based PDA on the market at the moment and well worth your consideration. --Martin Snelling Pros:
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With the T615 the battery situation is much different.With luck I can get maybe four hours of use out of one charge.I have a cradle at work, but I had to buy an additional cradle for home, which was around $50.I needed that just so I could use the thing on the weekend, otherwise the battery would die.In other words, with the T615 you are almost tethered to the cradle, because the rechargeable battery life is so short. The other thing is that the battery discharges even when you don't use it.For example, if the battery is about half-charge and you don't use it for a week, the next time you turn it on, the battery will be completely dead.I mean dead to the point that all the information you had on the device is gone.With the older monochrome Palm, I suppose that could happen were you to leave dead batteries in it for months.But I never saw it happen.But with the Clie, I would say that it happens every few months. But here's where the memory card is useful.I back up everything on the memory card all the time so that when the thing dies I can simply restore from the card. One the one hand, you don't want to use the thing too much because you run the battery down so fast.But if you don't use it the battery runs down anyway.So you get the worst of both worlds."Why not just keep it in the charger," you ask?Well, I do, but the care and feeding of my PDA does not form a very large part of my consciousness, and I forget to do that sometimes.Again, with the older Palm, battery life almostdidn't matter because the battery life was so good. I find that the Clie is so unreliable that I mostly use the PC software that comes with it.Any more I just use the Clie as a kind of expensive backup storage device in case something were to happen to the PC -- kind like a jump drive with a screen. The good thing about the Clie is that it has a very lovely and clear screen -- a beautiful screen that, because of the short battery life, you won't see very often. So learn from my experience, and understand that if your PDA doesn't have good battery life, the other features don't mean very much. ... Read more Asin: B00005Y3V7 |
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Sony CLIE PEG-T615C/S Handheld (Silver) Average Customer Review: Electronics US | Canada | United Kingdom | Germany | France Editorial Review Having already dipped its toe in the ocean that is the PDA market with the Clié PEG-SN760C and the PEG-S300 models, Sony has now jumped in with a second-generation color model--the PEG-T615C. Featuring the same 33 MHz DragonBall processor, high-resolution 320 x 320 color screen, and jog wheel functionality, it also boasts 16 MB of internal RAM, the latest version of the Palm OS (v. 4.1), and a superslim aluminum body. Very similar in design to Sony's previous color model, the Clié PEG-T615C features the same Jog Dial button, allowing for easy, one-handed navigation around applications. The scroll buttons have been replaced with a tiny rocker switch, which doesn't function as easily as the original buttons. Also, the included flipover screen protector does have a tendency to detach from the unit a bit too easily. The Memory Stick slot has been retained, allowing for increased expandability. Battery life runs at about 15 days before a recharge is required, though this does depend entirely on how much you use the PDA. The PEG-T615C has lots of little pluses that make it stand out from the rest. It sits in the cradle nicely and it doesn't make a horrible crunching sound when it's removed, unlike some PDAs. Clié-specific applications such as the AV Remote Commander, World Alarm (which allows you to use your own sound files), Sound Utility, and Clié Paint are fun to play around with. Those of you wanting to do some serious work will be pleased with Documents To Go and Intellisync Lite. The latest version of the Palm OS includes easier data entry and enhanced security and mobile connectivity. However, the standout feature on the PEG-T615C has to be the high-resolution screen--the images are sharp and detailed, while the text is supersmooth. It makes other PDA displays look positively archaic. With its bright color screen, superior sound quality, and supersleek body, the PEG-T615C is probably the best (and sexiest) Palm OS-based PDA on the market at the moment and well worth your consideration. --Martin Snelling Pros:
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With the T615 the battery situation is much different.With luck I can get maybe four hours of use out of one charge.I have a cradle at work, but I had to buy an additional cradle for home, which was around $50.I needed that just so I could use the thing on the weekend, otherwise the battery would die.In other words, with the T615 you are almost tethered to the cradle, because the rechargeable battery life is so short. The other thing is that the battery discharges even when you don't use it.For example, if the battery is about half-charge and you don't use it for a week, the next time you turn it on, the battery will be completely dead.I mean dead to the point that all the information you had on the device is gone.With the older monochrome Palm, I suppose that could happen were you to leave dead batteries in it for months.But I never saw it happen.But with the Clie, I would say that it happens every few months. But here's where the memory card is useful.I back up everything on the memory card all the time so that when the thing dies I can simply restore from the card. One the one hand, you don't want to use the thing too much because you run the battery down so fast.But if you don't use it the battery runs down anyway.So you get the worst of both worlds."Why not just keep it in the charger," you ask?Well, I do, but the care and feeding of my PDA does not form a very large part of my consciousness, and I forget to do that sometimes.Again, with the older Palm, battery life almostdidn't matter because the battery life was so good. I find that the Clie is so unreliable that I mostly use the PC software that comes with it.Any more I just use the Clie as a kind of expensive backup storage device in case something were to happen to the PC -- kind like a jump drive with a screen. The good thing about the Clie is that it has a very lovely and clear screen -- a beautiful screen that, because of the short battery life, you won't see very often. So learn from my experience, and understand that if your PDA doesn't have good battery life, the other features don't mean very much. ... Read more Asin: B00005Y3V6 |
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Sony PEG-N760C Clie Handheld Average Customer Review: Electronics list price: $399.99 US | Canada | United Kingdom | Germany | France Editorial Review Sony's Clié N760C combines the best of a Palm OS handheld computer and an MP3 player. Bulkier than your average audio player, it still manages to be sleek enough that you'd consider taking it out just for music-listening purposes. And you'll have all your typical Palm applications at the tip of your stylus, including your address book, to-do list, and e-mail. Rather than CompactFlash or SmartMedia, the Clié N760C uses Sony's own Memory Stick cards for expanding memory. While more expensive than other forms of media, they can be used in a variety of Sony devices, from MP3 players to digital cameras. If you're a Sony aficionado and already have other Sony peripherals, it won't be a tough transition to the Clié. Unfortunately, while the costs of SmartMedia and CompactFlash cards have dropped recently, proprietary Sony Memory Sticks have stayed much higher. Although the N760C ships with only a total 16 MB memory (8 MB internal memory and 8 MB via a Memory Stick), it can be upgraded as high as you're willing to spend for additional sticks. The N760C treats the inserted Memory Stick as a removable drive, making it an easy way to transfer data from your PC and other peripherals, such as digital cameras or camcorders. The interface on the base of the N760C, used to connect to the AC adapter or the USB docking station, can also be used to connect a Clié modem. The thin gray and silver unit weighs less than six ounces and fits snugly in the palm of your hand. The nifty Jog Dial scroll wheel sits right under your thumb, letting you switch between applications, move from one audio track to another, and even fast-forward or reverse during video playback. A removable leather face cover protects the N760C while it's in a pocket and flips up out of the way easily. Sony includes an extensive software bundle with the N760C, from games like Acid Solitaire and Race Fever to interactive maps in Rand McNally's StreetFinder Express and Amy Reiley's Pocket Gourmet and Pocket Vineyard, with tips on tipping and sipping. The 16-bit color, high-resolution screen works well for gaming as well as watching small video clips (again, you'll need to beef up the Memory Stick to take advantage of the media player). The audio software on the Clié can play MP3 files, and the attachable in-line remote control (which features a shirt clip and also doubles as a stylus) handles playback functions and volume control. The headphones can plug into the Clié or pass through the remote control. The lithium-ion rechargeable battery juices up in less than four hours initially and will last up to 15 days for normal use (although if you're playing a lot of audio files it will drain much faster). You'll need to spend at least another $75 to $120 to get a large-enough Memory Stick to make it worthwhile as a full MP3 player. But even with that additional cost, the Clié N760C offers enough functionality and entertainment value to make it worth consideration. --J. Curtis Pros:
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The MP3 function is very useful, but the 8MB card provided is insufficient for this purpose. I suggest buying a 128MB stick made by a third-party, like Lexar, for around $50-60. Battery Life: Since I bought my model refurbished, I don't know how the PDA would perform if it were new. I am suspicious about the battery life. Sony promises something like 10hrs of performance with the screen off for the mp3 player, but it's more like 5 in real life. What this means is that you only get 2-3 days of use off a full charge. I mean, this is plenty for me for day to day tasks. However, I hesistate to take it with me in a long flight or overseas because it's difficult to recharge. I wish it came with a removable, rechargable battery. Construction: The construction is really nice, but don't drop it. I dropped it from about 2-3 feet onto carpet and while it still works, the memory stick slot doesn't hold the card in. It uses spring action, so now to keep the card in, I put a piece of tape over the slot to secure the stick. Its fairly sturdy, but after repeated use, the screen loses some accuracy. It's some sort of two layered plastic which can, over time, cause innacuracy in pointing at things. Graffiti works fine though. Just be sure to buy a protective cover. I didn't and now I have scratches in the grafitti writing area which is Also, it looks metallic, but only the front plate is brushed aluminum. The backside is painted plastic. Accessories: The lack of accessories for Sony handhelds is a problem, so don't expect to upgrade it in any way. I would like a hardcase, but no one, except hobbyists, make them. Also, until very recently, there was no keyboard for the CLIE. The one they have now is a thumb keyboard and that's no good at all. ... Read more Asin: B00005U243 |
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