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Summary: A Very Well designed little product!
Review: I have had this thing for 5 months now, and use it daily. THemain reason I needed it was for wireless internet access. I use minewith the Omnisky Wireless modem I first bought the Palm VII but returned it when i saw how limited the web access is on a PALM VII- you get only abbreviatted versions of a couple of dozen web-sites. The Palm V/ Vx with wireless modem lets you surf most all the wireless web. Plus the wireless internet access from Omnisky (with the Palm Vx) is unlimited usage for a fixed fee - not the pay per byte plans that you get with the palm vii. The wireless modem allows you to surf almost any website on the internet without being connected to a computer. You cannot in general, however, get onto the most secure servers with wireless access - (stock trading websites like Ameritrade or an on-line bank). And you generally can't get graphics. Sending and receiving email is fairly quick and easy, with up to 6 email accounts. I use the palm for all the usual stuff that has been covered here. I read the newspapers (NY Times, Wall St. Journal Interactive <subscription>, Fox News, and others) every day. Any time you are in line or sitting wasting time, I wip it out and it doesn't feel like wasted time anymore. I also read while on the excercise bicycle at the gym - no more fumbling with an ackward newspaper. THe adress book, calender, and calculator are there when you need them with the push of 1 button. That is great. Windows CE handheld computers I've used require clicking on too many icons to finally get to the programs you need fast. THere are thousands of programs (shareware) written for Palms, though i don't think theres even a fraction of that written for CE based PDAs. THe Palm is years ahead of other PDAs, though I have not yet tried the new Microsoft PDA. I don't have a hard case and I have dropped mine from my breast pocket only once - though i don't have to bend over as much since i became a manager. The best shareware programs I found out there are QMate (allows you to enter checks and credit card purchases in your Palm that you can later sync to your desktop version of MS Money or Quicken), and ProxiWeb (only good if you have wirelss internet), AvantGo, and Parens (scientific calculator). The Palm Vx is the PDA of choice becasue as you can see i use a majority of the 8 MB of memory. The calender is very useful for work. And I have never regretted that the Palm V series is without question the sleekest and sharpest looking PDAs out there. After a while, if it's too bulky, you won't carry it anymore, and then who cares if you saved a few bucks - it's of no use if you won't carry it!
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Summary: OS 3.3 version, and IR synching with Win 2K
Review: I like this device just fine, but was disappointed when Idiscovered that the Palm Vx I ordered... came not with the mostcurrent Palm OS (3.5), but rather with a slightly older version (3.3). And although it has 8 mb memory, it doesn't have the 'x' graphic on the upper left as the newer versions do.
Secondly, the product is able to synch fine with my Win2K powered laptop by direct serial method, but cannot synch by infrared (which would be very beneficial to frequently traveling users). The Palm website has a brief explanation of this point. END
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Summary: Like the slogan: SIMPLY Palm
Review: Yes, I know what you are thinking: Shall I buy a Palm or an Windows Based PDA? If Palm is my choice, which one should it be?. The Palm has gone many improvements since the first I owned in 1996, however one thing remains intact: Simplicity. As you may see, all the Palms ressemble the same core structure: They all have for buttons in the front and a scrolling button in the center. What differs from one or the other is form factor (size), memory (from 2 to 8 MB) and the batteries -rechargeable Lithium ION or normal Double A-. When the Windows based PDA's hit the market Palm was hit with a decision: Should we increase features and sacrifice usability, or shall we go with simplicity. The stuck with simplicity. Simplicity in Palm terms means doing basic things extremely well. And this brings me to the Palm Vx. The Palm Vx as with the other Palms is one of the thinnest PDAs there is. You can actually place it in your jacket and forget you are carrying the thing. The Alluminium casing makes it look elegant and you wont look like you are getting a TV remote control out of your pocket. The batteries perform outstandingly in all Palm series, and this is no exception, lasting for about two to three weeks of standard use. With the new Palm OS upgrade you are able to synch without the need for the cradle if your PC has an infrared port. The Palm access four core applications: Calendar, Datebook, Notepad and To Do list. There is also calculator and the preferences applications. The core applications are comprised in the Palm Desktop, which is a simple PIM that synchonizes your information by default with your PC. If you are new to Palms and PIM's (Personal Information Managers) this software should suit you fine. However, if you are already experienced in PIM's like Outlook, Act, or the sort; Palm bundles a "link" to Outlook that synchronizes to this PIM. I personally use Outlook as the synchronizer, and I found that it boosts the Palm productivity. In Outlook for example: You get a last minute memo, directions or that specific information you requested emailed to you, you just drag and drop it to the notes and a note is created with the email text, you synchronize and bum! is ready in your Palm notes for you to read on the road. Same applies for tasks, and meetings. And I've tried to find a flaw in the sync, but there has not been a problem. It collects all information and details of your data, and changes it when you change it either in the Palm or in the PC. The Palm Vx grows with you, that is were the 8MB come in handy. There is tons of free-software everywhere for every situation. Wether you are a chef or an athlete, there is software that suits your lifestyle (for instance there is a recipe manager and a exercise monitor software for free). Expandability is an drawback for the Palm Vx as with the other Palms. You'll need to add external peripherals to it. If you go on the road for a while with this machine, you'll definetely need to take a travel kit with you.... Additionally, if you wish to surf the web, and write emails with true functionality: I suggest go directly with a mini-notebook. Palm PDAs only access "palm enabled web sites", that are mostly text. As with email, you won't get to read attachments. You may say "the cost?": take into account you'll need to toss in money for the browser and email client, and off course the modem and the software for both applications, on top of what you already paid for the Palm. Long emails are hard on graffitti handwriting. As notebooks are getting thinner and cheaper, you may find deals on great thin notebooks not thicker than an issue of Esquire Magazine and the area of an children's book. And with Windows, and the manufacturer's software bundle you'll get this and more for a some extra money. A friend called me the other day and asked me: Shall I go with the Win Ce device or a Palm? I said go with Palm, go with simplicity. He said, yes, but the other does color, has an MP3 player, has speaker, voice recorder, et cetera. I told him, would you need all that? He said Yes!. We sold his Win Ce at an auction last week and he is sporting a Palm Vx with an smile on his face. In the meantime when I have switched from Palm Pilot, to Palm, to Palm III, and now to Palm Vx, I've found this machines a remarkable item. They come in a variety that suits your lifestyle and your pocket. There is a new color version out there but if you like games and seeing your appointments in color, I suggest stick to the basic squad, since color takes a toll on the battery life and usability of the Palm (two weeks of normal use and is a bit bigger). Nonetheless a beauty, but expensive. If you want a new PDA, are tech enthusiastic and look for style, the Palm Vx is the one for you. If you are new to PDA's and look for the entry level models, I recommend checking out the Handsprings -from the original creator of the Palm-. They have more bang for the buck (more memory for the price) and the expandability the Palm lacks, and they come in beautiful colors, and run the same software as the Palm-. Last but not least, all this time I've run into PSIONs machines, Win CE machines just to try to trick me out of the Palm, but I keep coming back to it. The overall concept of the Palm is the way to go for managing you life: Simple. If you want to add more things, and sacrifice a bit on usability check out the PSIONs and the Win CE machines.
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Summary: Great Design, So so charger and very, very bad Service
Review: The Palm Vx is an awesome device that has some major benefits over the previous Palm I used (the professional). I needed to upgrade because the predecessor was breaking down. When shopping for the Vx I compared it with the offerings from Visor but the superior design made me buy the Vx. On the box of the Vx it indicated that the charger was integrated with the cradle. So I bought the device and took it home to Europe. There it turned out that the power supply was not as integrated as it could be :-(. The charger was designed for the US market only. Result was that I could not recharge my Vx. IMHO the way in which Palm has implemented the new cradle is a total clutch. They should definitely take a look a Visor whose crade solution is clearly superior. Still not a problem I thought, I simply ask Palm if I can swap powersupplies. But that is were my thinking went wrong. Palm US and Palm Benelux reacted with the same standard e-mail that had no bearing on the problem what so ever! (but was very political correct). The next mail explained that they were not able to swap the power supply. No reason was given. Sounds strange huh, a company the size of Palm that can not swap a simple power supply. no telephone number was available, no nothing... Oh yeah, the e-mail also told me that I should buy the travel kit... I guess that Palm needs some lessons from Amazon when it comes to on-line support. Bottom line: Great device, lousy Palm service.
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Summary: Useful and Good Looking
Review: I have been a Palm user since the days of the Palm 5000. The Palm Vx is by far the most effective and stylish of all the current PDA's on the market. The unit is small and easily fits in my front pants pocket. Half the time I don't even realize its in there. The 8mb of memory is perfect for people who use some of the more memory intensive applications (like avantgo). And just to add icing to the cake, I no longer have to worry about buying batteries. A great product that was worth every penny.
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Summary: First PDA purchase
Review: I have looked long (about 2 years) and hard for the "perfect" PDA and finally decided to get a PalmVx. As most first time buyers do some research on a purchase this expensive (for a PDA), I looked and read tons of reviews, newsgroup messages, etc.. to try to figure out what is out there and what will still be there few years from now. I first thought about the user population and the kinds of things I will be able to do. Palm is the dominating PDA device and a bit of research told me that I could do much more than what I needed to do. There are literally thousands of software for the Palm and the hard part is deciding which software to use for a particular task. The decision came down to Palm IIIxe, IIIc and Vx (all had 8MB of RAM). Most of the features are about the same in all three devices. I discarded the IIIc since it was the first color model (my experience told me not to trust first models of anything computer related), it is more expensive, and because of the color, it is slower. Some people have reported pixel problems with their IIIc. I thought about expandability which is better on IIIxe but thought if I wanted expandability, I would've gotten a Visor. Also, their are no current upgrades for any Palm device that will expand the memory past 8MBs. The thing that got me about the Vx was the design. I went to the local CompUSA to compare them side by side. There was no match! I also liked the fact that the Vx has a rechargeable battery. This might not seem much, but after the initial charge of 4+ hours, I only have to leave the unit in the cradle for a few minutes each day to get it fully charged which I do anyway to hotsync (I found out in a lot of newsgroup posts, that the III series drain battery when left on the cradle even if it is off). The Vx also has a faster processor which is rated at 20mhz instead of 16 for the other models. The Vx ships with the latest version of Palm's OS - v3.5. I have been using this for about a month now and am VERY happy with it. It is a lot of money I know, but I don't think I would have been satisfied with any other model. You just have to hold it in your hand to realize this. If (it) is too (expensive), looks and weight are not important and having to buy AAA batteries don't bother you, I suggest going for the IIIxe. If not, you won't regret getting a Vx, that is, if you can get one (most places are out of stock). Good luck on your purchase. Joon (one happy camper :)
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Summary: Palm Fever
Review: Only had it for a few weeks and I am addicted. Fits in mypocket and is so light weight. A must have for those who can't standto be away from their pc. The software that is available for the Palm OS is endless. END
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Summary: Love at first glance!
Review: it's a really cool & sleek gadget, and, moreover, it works very well! I sync my Vx with my offive's Outlook97 in a very seamless way, and that was my biggest concern befor buying the thing (well acrually I wasn't concerned about the Palm, but you know the other side...). So it's four months I use the thing and I can't remember the littlest problem, it ever survived two big drops with only minor scratches on its silverish body. The battery life is good and the fact they are rechargeable isn't a little advantage on some competitors. Now I expect Palm Computing or somebody else to design a GSM add-on, a device with the same form factor of the modem byut that gives the Vx the functionality of a GSM cell phone. In my opinion this could be another killer app for the Palm.
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Summary: A recently organized student
Review: I am a high school student, and I recently bought a Palm Vx. I started using it, and all of a sudden I have become extremly organized. I used to write down my HW in the most random places imaginable, but now it is all in one places. I keep all my apointments on the calender... This is one fantastic product. I am only sad I didn't get one sooner. My life has been made a whole lot less stressful. I highly recommend this to anyone in need of organization. Plus, it looks very cool too.
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Summary: Great for Business and Home
Review: I was hesitant to get a PDA of any sort for a long time, I was happy with an old fashioned planner and couldn't justify the expense. But the culture where I work demanded I get one, and I fell in love with it immediately.
My impression of handwriting recognition stuff was from back in the early days of the Newton, but the Graffiti system for Palm is great, took a few days to figure out the idiosyncracies but I now use it for a good portion of note taking on the road and for all my event planning. I found an interface into Lotus Notes so I can sync my work calendar with the Palm.
An added fun feature, since I deal with mondo commuting, is that the Palm can pretty much double as a Gameboy. Downloading games is easy and keeps you busy when you're too lazy to plan your life out on the train. I've even read a book or two on the Palm (imported text files).
One stop shopping!
The convenience and size make this a great investment if you're trying to keep your life in order. Highly recommended.
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