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Summary: Doesn't Hold a Charge
Review: Opened and plugged in. Once you take off cradle, the batteries last about 10 minutes. We have tried 3 sets of batteries, with same results. No telephone number listed for vendor, so waiting on email response.
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Summary: Love it
Review: Is it perfect, no. But I haven't had any problems that I couldn't easily work through. I use it for everything from keeping my work organized to grocery shopping. Software like Documents to Go and AvantGo make the m125 even more useful for me. As well, my Entryware survey software allows me to conduct surveys for my work on the Palm. Overall, it's been great. In fact, I just bought one for my wife because she wanted one too.
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Summary: Good except for batteries
Review: I have been using my m125 since Christmas and it is my first PDA. I like a lot of the functions and have found it easy to use. Unfortunately, I was not aware that rechargable batteries do not work well with this device. (I knew it didn't have internal rechargables, but I thought I would be able to use AAA NiMH batteries.) I have tried two brands and have had no success. I finally got a new set to work for a few days, but they just caused a hard crash of my PDA, causing some loss of data. (I had hooked it up to the cable to synch right when it crashed...)Palm products in general seem to be good and this may be an appropriate model for someone who travels a lot and would rather use up regular alkalines than try to deal with dragging along a cradle or charging cable. I, however, wish I'd know about this problem, because I would have chosen a different model.
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Summary: Very good, with a couple complaints
Review: I upgraded from the M100 to M125. I paid about the same for both of them, and I am so much happier with the M125. A lot bigger memory so it allows me to add a lot more functions like word processing/spread sheet program, e-books, check-book program, dictionary, conversion, etc. The expansion slot is a good addition. I have purchased a 64M card and the language translator, and they work quite well. The battery life on M125 is also better, probably about 1/3 or 1/2 more than the M100. I do not use the M125 for internet functions, so I do not know how good it is in that area. Now for the negatives:
1. Every time I change the battery on the M125, the battery resets. The first couple times I lost some data, so make sure you sync before you change the battery. 2. The M125, like the M100, does not come with a check-book or personal financial management program. You have to either buy a program on the market or download a free program, which sometimes are not that good. 3. I cannot use rechargeable batteries on the M125. I don't know why. 4. The screen is small and relatively dark, so it's quite straining on the eyes to read e-books for a long time. When I upgrade again, I may have to get one with a color screen. 5. Data saved on the expansion card cannot be integrated with the main program and recalled by that program. For example, if I want to work on a document with my word processing program, the document file has to be saved on the M125 itself, not on the expansion card. I also have a dictionary program. The program itself can be saved on the expansion card, but the data for the dictionary has to be saved on the M125 itself, otherwise the program does not find the dictionary data. This kind of defeats the purpose of the expansion slot if you can't save large files on it and still be able to recall/view/use the file. Despite the flaws, the M125 is a great machine for someone who just want basic utility.
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Summary: Great Beginner Handheld
Review: I have no experience with handhelds but work in the computer field. I did lots of research and found the M125 for around $[money] (usd) after rebates. While other handhelds might be better, the price I paid is well worth it. It gives me everything I need for an entry level handheld and I have not experienced some of the problems that haldhelds sometimes have--The memory card does not get in my way (I have big hands), the screen is not difficult to read (I have poor eyesight), and the stylus works fine. I must say, though, I have difficulty removing the m125 from the cradle. It "sticks" and you must really yank with one hand on the cradle and one on the handheld and even then it feels like you're going to break something. The m125 comes with 8MB of memory which I found to be plenty for most applications. I downloaded several freebies from the net and it still didn't use the additional memory card I put in it. The graphiti software (character recognition) leaves a little to be desired and Palm recently announced it is abandoning this version and going with a third party company's graphiti software. I usually end up forgetting some letter and having to use the built in keyboard layout which I can usually enter letters and numbers faster with anyway. The battery warning is poor. You must pay attention to the battery level indicator because I got a warning as I was in the car and immediately went to the store to buy batteries but it was too late, they went dead before I could install them only minutes later. Everything was lost at that point. Luckily I had hot-synced it on my desktop PC the day before so I recovered most of my info. The batteries lasted about a month of "average" use--about an hour or two a day. It would be much better if it would recharge batteries as it sits in the cradle. As I said before, I consider this an entry level handheld and now I know some of the things to look for when I buy a better model in the future. Lack of color doesn't bother me at all. I recommend the m125 to anybody who doesn't know anything about handhelds to get their feet wet for a relatively low cost. But if the price is above $[money] then look for a different one for a little more money.
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Summary: A great buy
Review: I purchased a m125 right after x-mas for my self. I am verry pleased with my purchase. After reading reviews that complained about the screen and the backlight, I would have to say that they were far off from the truth. I have found that the screen is fine and that you can see the writeing on the screen perfectly. For the money you are paying this is a great buy. If you are willing to spend the extra money for the m130 than I suggest that for the serious palmer. If you are a student and this is your first palm than I suggest the m125.
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Summary: Look elsewhere
Review: Overall a truly terrible product. The screen is so small and legibility is so poor that it is essentially worthless for frequent daily use. For most users utilizing a PDA for general calendar, schedule, note-taking, etc. the generic 8Mb of memory is more than adequate. Beyond this, the color of the case, the shape, thickness, etc. of the case, and similar PDA cosmetic feaures are meaningless. Your primary interface with a PDA is the screen, and if the screen MUST be large enough/bright enough/sharp enough to use effectively and comfortably. The Palm M125 screen display doesn't make it. Another downside when compared to the (few remaining) Handspring Visor PDAs available is the poor functionality of the basic applications, especially DateBook (vs. the far better featured DateBook Plus by Handspring) and even the basic calculator (Handspring provides a MUCH better featured calculator). The only pluses are that (1) it runs the Palm OS, allowing access to the many 3rd party software applications, and (2) it uses AAA batteries, so there is no need to carry a charger and cable along. Bottom line, if you're considering any Palm M1XX PDA, you'll be MUCH more satisfied with one of the Handspring Visors. Far better screen display, far better OEM software, excellent reliability, and good battery life. DON'T buy this device online, until you've had the opportunity to handle/use one in person. Simply turn the M125 on and cycle through the screens. Now do the same thing with a Visor or perhaps one of the Sonys. There is simply no comparison in display quality/readability. Also, compare the rather clumsy, slippery plastic stylus provided with the M125 vs. those provided with the Visors. Remember, the stylus is your primary control/input device for the PDA; you'll be using it constantly. After an in-person comparison, the only attraction to the M125 at that point will likely be if it's being offered at more than 50% off.
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Summary: Workhorse
Review: I received the m125 as a gift. Never thinking I would need a palm pilot, it has become a great organizational tool. Easy to set-up and hot sync your email, contacts, and calendar from Outlook 2000. Also comes with the Word and Excel reader programs as well. And has the expandable memory card slot. Great games available (remember the old Atari games???) for the kids too, or for those long boring flights. I don't mind the small screen either. The only drawback is the AAA battery life. I would love to be able to recharge this unit when it's in the cradle. But, for the price of the unit, I really can't complain.
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Summary: Great product
Review: I didnt know which pda to buy when i decided i wanted one.I thought about the Palm M100 but with only 2 MB of memory i kept looking and found the M125 its great. I didnt think i would use a palm pilot much but its great for keeping track of email addresses,quick notes, and downloading software too. The M125 comes with 8 MB of memory which is plenty because i have alot of games and software like aol and still have 65 percent of my memory left. The M125 comes with the stuff that is most usefull: To do list ,address book,and note pad if you got something you just want to write down real quick.It also comes with an expansion slot for add ons.I would recommond this product to any body
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Summary: Handy and sturdy with expansion with downsides - Go the CLIE
Review: Working as a doctor in a hospital, I was looking for an economic, handy, expandable pda. The were several steps to the decision to the m125. 1. Palm OS vs Pocket PC - as far as I am concerned for what I need to do in hospital and for fun, I don't need the added size and complications of a pocket PC. Palm has more software easily available (though mostly rather useless), more straightforward, and the SD card is a dream for expandability. 2. Palm vs non-palm PDA's - I chose the m125 because it had it's own case (I've dropped it quite a few times with no dramas), it is probably the smallest and lightest(considering cases) of PDA's fitting into the pocket easily, is one of the cheapest, has the advantage of AAA's (or disadvantage. Advantage if you travel). In retrospect, the sony b&w clie, similar in price range would be better choice. The screen is bigger, there is less offset problems with the pointer (on the m125 you have to press at slightly off the bit you want on the screen) with higher resolution. I found the m125 too small to read large amounts of information - it was becoming an eyesore, and I found the AAA batteries to be a pain after a while. Recharging it every two days in the dock would be easier than recharging AAA's I would think. I am now considering my next pda (having lost the m125!) - and would go for the SONY Clie b&w S360. Colour is rather useless for me and uses up unnecessary battery power. The only thing I don't like about the CLIE is the silly flip top but I think they've improved with new models. (?) Having said that, if you are on the move most of the time and require a small but expandable, economic pda, the m125 is a decent option. The main drawbacks I found was the tiny screen (smaller than all other screens!), and AAA batteries.
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