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Summary: The only great thing is the price
Review: The m100 and m105 use the Serial port of your computer for hotsync w/ your computer. If you do not have a serial port on your newer laptop or computer- you will need a 35 dollar serial/USB adapter, and it may give some software instalation problems like I had. If you do buy the serial/USB adapter and get it to work, it still won't sync as fast a native USB interface.
USB is a faster/easier-to-plug-and-play/less-harware-conflicts standard. The high-end palms use USB only but these cheaper ones don't- but theres still hope in the under $200 fieldThe HANDSPRING VISOR is another low-end yet slightly more expensive palm-based PDA than this m100, but it uses USB to syncronize, has a bigger screen (and a silly expansion port). Before you get the m100 or m105 because it's the cheapest, check out how nice the cheapest VISOR is, and check if your computer has USB, serial, or both. The worst thing is to have a palm that you are unable to sync with your computer- because you can't back it up or add new software.
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Summary: expense tracking
Review: Be warned that this version does not have expense tracking - one of the basic functions that many people (especially repeat Palm customers) expect to find on their handheld. And it is not easy to find 3rd party software that has down-loadable expense tracking software (at least I haven't found it yet). What were these people thinking? Or were they?
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Summary: Organized at Last!
Review: I am a full-time college student, part-time administrative assistant, and full-time wife and mother. This wonderful little handheld is PERFECT! It keeps addresses close at hand for last minute birthday/anniversary cards, reminds me of the kids' sports practices/parties, doctor/dentist appointments, and helps me remember my class and work schedules. I can't say enough great things about my Palm m100. It was definitely worth the purchase price. I also bought the leather carrying case which is great for keeping my Palm safe in my purse.
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Summary: m100 is for Light Users
Review: Palm m100 has 2 and only 2MB. It's a good little device if you use it mostly for calendar, appointments, and address book purposes. Due to the limited functions in Datebook, I purchased DateBk4 (about 400K memory) from Palmgear.com. At first, DateBk4 crashed on me couple times before I discovered that the OS in m100 has a bug which causes problems when you use a 3rd party software. Now they offered an upgrade which you can download for free from palm.com. This makes my DateBk4 happy but with other small programs installed, half of my memory is gone. Now, I have to restrain myself from downloading other goodies (such as the Noah Lite Dictionary) from the web. Also, the slipcover is extremely fragile. It broke after I kept it in my purse for two weeks. It costs around (dollar amount) to get a replacement. So, when you order your Palm, do youself a favor, get a case also. It actually saves you money.
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Summary: Good device, Poor construction
Review: The lid on my palm m100 constantly comes detached with the smallest pressure. I dislike the non-palm standard slot on the bottom (why can't they make this consistent with other palms?). Viewing the clock with the lid closed is an interesting perk. Smaller screen doesn't bother me at all.
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Summary: Sweet!
Review: This is exactly what I needed at a price I couldn't beat. It is very basic and not expandable, but I wouldn't even use anything but the primary functions (calendar, memos, todo list, address book). I am really tickled at how easy it is to use and what a snap it is to synch. In fact, I have switched my desktop calendar (and all the other related functions) to the Palm software. I come in each day, pop in the plug, push the button, and VOILA, in a few seconds it is synched. I have only had it a week and now I wonder how I got along without it!
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Summary: Why the prices keep dropping...
Review: In other reviews, I have slammed this product, the m105 and the m125 for what I consider to be their fatal flaw -- a SMALL SCREEN. I returned my m105 (a gift) after a week of squinting.
The dropping prices suggest that the marketplace has spoken loud and clear, and I hope that PALM soon remedies its problems at the low-end of the market with a full-sized screen in a basic unit for under two hundred smackers.
I can't emphasize that enough. With a monochrome screen to begin with, and the built-in difficulty of pointing and clicking on a Palm device, size matters.
However, I have to admit that at these fire-sale prices, the m100 is becoming a steal for folks who have missed out on the PDA revolution because of the cost.
Make no mistake, with a little patience, this is a device that will change your life. After a transition period, you will be able to toss away your Rolodexes (I used to have three) and your paper calendars. I'd recommend buying a Handspring Visor Deluxe or the new Visor Neo for folks who want a full-sized screen, although they now cost a bit more. They also have an expansion slot for adding everything from memory to a cell phone to GPS. You will also need 8MB (the m100 model only comes with 2MB) if you want to run some of the cooler downloadable programs for your Palm. Three free programs that I use all the time include Mapopolis (free maps from mapopolis.com, streets are searchable), Vindigo (a restaurant and city guide with movie reviews and showtimes at vindigo.com), and Avantgo (a news service where you can get the likes of The New York Times, the Weather Channel and CNN on your Palm). If you want to stay with Palm, but can spend a bit more, consider the Palm V. Although lacking in expansion slots, it comes in a
super-slim package with a rechargeable lithium battery and a full-size screen. I also have a friend who is very happy with his snazzy, expandable new m505, but in that price range I think a PocketPC might make more sense. Here's a basic product guide:
Palm m100/Handspring Visor -- Bargain basement models with 2 MB of Ram. Good starter models for the price.
Distinguishing characteristics: Visor has significantly larger screen/expansion slot and fast USB cradle. Palm has slower serial.
Palm m105/Visor Deluxe -- Workhorse models with 8 MB of Ram (plenty for monochrome models). Visor has bigger screen/USB/expansion slot.
Palm m125/Visor Platinum -- Upper middle class models. Visor Platinum has larger screen. Both have USB/expansion slot.
Palm V -- Classic, not significantly expandable. Smallest full-function PDA with lithium rechargeable battery.
Visor Prism -- Cheapest and brightest Palm-branded OS, but bulky for its pricetag.
Visor Edge/Palm 500/505/Visor Pro... Good luck!
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Summary: Worth Every Penny
Review: Previously, I had owned a daVinci DV3 until I got fed up with it and returned it and, traded up to this. Although this is what I would consider and entry level PDA, it has everything I need. Phone book, daily planner, memo pad, clock and, even a scratch pad application. An expense manager would be nice but, you can download a couple of different ones if you find yourself needing one.
It seems to me that the unit is pretty durable too. I've dropped mine a few times with no damage or memory loss.
Syncing up is absolutely effortless. Plug in the serial cable, hit the button and, you're done! It's actually that easy and, flawless. One of my favorite things about the palm platform is the ability to sync up with Advantgo and download news, weather or even driving directions.
Overall, it's hard to find fault with this little baby, maybe the screen could be a little bigger, that I'll give it but, aside from that, I really can't find anything else I would change. I've heard people complain that it only has 2 MB of memory but, I really can't see that as being a fault. I mean if you want more memory, you should definitely go with another model but, if 2MB seems like it would be enough, this is the unit for you plus, there are places out there that will upgrade your unit to a full 8MB for around eighty dollars if you find you need the extra memory after you've purchased the unit.
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Summary: Good PDA for a good Price !
Review: I bought my m100 from London for as low as 60 pounds. For the price, it was a very good option. The Palm m100 has some pretty cool features, although there is technology which lets you do a lot more, it does fill the needs of a Student. The 2mb of memory might seem less but i have around 6 games which are very good and a couply of handy softwares including AvantGo. The Palm also has a good plastic screen which is very durable. The m100 also fits snug in the palm of a person. It has rounded edges which make it very comfortable in the hand. 2 things make the palm a bad choice. 1 is the low expandability and 2, is the cost of each faceplate. The Handspring visor has a springboard expansion slot but it is no big deal. For a price of $100, I can change my palm every 2 months. The faceplates look really good on the m100 but Palm doesn't throw in any free ones with the palm kit. Each one costs $15. So you have to live with black ! The Palm might have a small screen but since it is meant mainly for students, it makes no difference. It might be small but it is as crisp as a chip. The sync cable is really good and any one who thinks it is really hard to connect and run, is technologically challenged as i am just 15 years old and i connect it in a flick. If you are making a decision to buy a palm go ahead. Many people might say that other models are better but face the truth, they remain loyal to their models. I read all these reviews once and made my choice to for the m100. It was the best choice i made !
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Summary: Palm m100 is a great way to get started.
Review: I recently purchased the Palm m100 as a starter for my journey into the world of modern electronics and Handhelds. I am transitioning from an inside sales to outside sales function over the next several mos. and the m100 has been instrumental in keeping me organized and on top of all of my prospects. I am more productive in my day, and never have to worry about keeping track of things I have to do, or appointments to attend.
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