<< 1 >>
Rating: 
Summary: Handspring Visor Platinum (VPL) review
Review: As a long-time user of PDA's (circa 1989), I must admit that the VPL, next to the Newton MessagePad, is quite affordable and versatile. And with the inclusion of the VisorPhone, I now carry only one device. Comparing the VPL to a Pocket PC is similar to comparing a Honda with a Lexus. Sure, both will perform the same function of getting from A to B, and the Lexus will carry one in style, but the Honda is more practical and less expensive to own and maintain. That's how I view the VPL. For what I want to do, the VPL does it, plain and simple. Heck, my life is in it: checkbook (Accounts & Loans), budget (QuikBudget), database (ThinkDB), eBooks and newspapers (PalmReader and AvantGo), daily notes (DayNotez), life organizer (LifeBalance and DateBk4), outlining thoughts (ShadowPlan), my office (QuickOffice), email and casual web browsing. While the VPL can do all this, not everyone would want to necessarily. The fact is, it's affordable and versatile. I can't wait for the next PDA incarnation!
Rating:
Summary: Handspring Visor Platinum (VPL) review
Review: As a long-time user of PDA's (circa 1989), I must admit that the VPL, next to the Newton MessagePad, is quite affordable and versatile. And with the inclusion of the VisorPhone, I now carry only one device. Comparing the VPL to a Pocket PC is similar to comparing a Honda with a Lexus. Sure, both will perform the same function of getting from A to B, and the Lexus will carry one in style, but the Honda is more practical and less expensive to own and maintain. That's how I view the VPL. For what I want to do, the VPL does it, plain and simple. Heck, my life is in it: checkbook (Accounts & Loans), budget (QuikBudget), database (ThinkDB), eBooks and newspapers (PalmReader and AvantGo), daily notes (DayNotez), life organizer (LifeBalance and DateBk4), outlining thoughts (ShadowPlan), my office (QuickOffice), email and casual web browsing. While the VPL can do all this, not everyone would want to necessarily. The fact is, it's affordable and versatile. I can't wait for the next PDA incarnation!
Rating:
Summary: THE BOMB!!!!
Review: Everyone should be lucky enough to own this PDA. Keeps my (...) straight!!!
Rating:
Summary: THE BOMB!!!!
Review: Everyone should be lucky enough to own this PDA. Keeps my (...) straight!!!
Rating:
Summary: Worth having if you need a central location for info.
Review: First, I have experience with WinCE since I owned a Philips unit (the one before the Nino came out). But let's face it folks: you don't use a PDA to replace your PC -- you use it as a supplement that works hand in hand with it. I never once used the built in keyboard in anykind of serious fashion on that device. My excuse for buying the Visor Platinum was a program called DietLog for PalmOS (not available on WinCE). My dietician recommended it (I'm trying to lower my HDL cholesterol level -- that program on a PalmOS device makes it kinda fun I guess). Other reasons for buying a PDA: if your hard drive has ever crashed, you know how frustrating it is having to cull all your personal contact info. again and typing it in. But with it all backed up on your PalmOS device, you can simply reinstall the Palm HotSync software, sync the device and there is all your old info! Travel alarm clock: I use an application that turns the Visor into an alarm clock (also, the DateBook+ app can function like this). Offline web browsing: I use AvantGo's offline web browser to take web sites with me to read on the go.
Vindigo also makes a cool web-like application to find restraunts, movies, and shoppping places wherever you are (it downloads the latest info from its servers). These are just a few cool and useful applications of the Handspring Visor Platinum. I know the extra memory will come in handy (I learned this when I had a WinCE device -- even if you don't think you'll need the extra memory, you'll be glad you got it later). Also, if you want a wireless connection and you own a cell phone with a wireless web capability, you can buy a cord that attached your cell phone to the Visor so the cell phone acts like a modem for the Visor. These connecting cords are available from several online retailers(...). I've not tried this yet, but it's a cheaper alternative to buying the expensive module that allows wireless access. Overall, I'm happy with the unit and agree with what most reviewers have posted here. However, I have two concerns/complaints: 1) the glittery silver finish looks painted on to me, so it'll probably start to wear off after two years of use (though conventional wisdom is that if you get 3 or more years out of a PDA, you got your money's worth).
2) the backlight is a joke -- you can't really use this in the dark. I still recommend the product. The PalmOS is just more intuitive than WinCE.
Rating:
Summary: A great integrated unit!
Review: Have had my Visor Platinum for just 3 weeks now and love it! Added the VisorPhone module from Handspring, placed it in the HotSync cradle and all my Outlook contacts, calender, and notes were instantly integrated into my phone. I have gone from carrying my Franklin Planner, cell phone, and pager to having just one integrated unit on my belt! Note: The VisorPhone module will keep you from being able to use the standard cases for the Visor Platinium. I am using a Neoprene large cell phone case I found at a discount store that works great.
Rating:
Summary: I'm selling one brand new in box for only...
Review: Hi, I'm President & CEO of Bargain PDA's and we're selling
a Handspring Visor Platinum Graphite for only $165 + $7 shipping.
This is brand new in box... email me at bargainpdas_ceo@netexecutive.com
Rating:
Summary: Very useful
Review: I have been using my new graphite Visor Platnium for two days now. I had had a Visor Deluxe for 6 months but some of the modules I have been getting required a little bit of extra umph and OS 3.5 to really be used to their potential. The Visor Platinum was in my price range so I purchased that. Now that I have it, the Platinum does every thing I was hoping it would do and more. I especially like the 4-bit greyscale, compared to the 2-bit greyscale of the Deluxe. I also like the added speed which makes my games run faster and the frame rate of my eyemodule 2 even better. Thank you Handspring for a great product.
Rating: 
Summary: If you don't use backlit a lot, this is it.
Review: If you use handheld just to manage database like I do, this product is a good choice. The price is reasonable, and the silver case is impressive. 8M is quite enough as long as I don't install a big dictionary. Still, here are some concerns I want to share with you:
*the battery only lasts for two weeks instead of two months stated by Handspring (I am not a heavy user!). I got to get rechargeable AAA otherwise the bill for battery is unthinkable.
*the screen got scratch easily. I only use it for two weeks and several scratches are found. I had to get WriteRight sticker to protect it.
*the backlight doesn't function as good as Palm M500 series. If you need to use backlight function alot, don't take this one. Overall, it's a good product with reasonable price.
Rating:
Summary: Awesome Product, Awesome Price
Review: This Visor has been a good product that has serviced me well. As I have noted in my review of my cellphone, I use my cellphone for communications, and my Visor for organization. I wonder how long that separation will last. This Visor is the current state of the art. The Edge is just thinner. This one will do everything you need it to do. I personally have not had a problem with battery life. If you need color, look elsewhere, but be careful about the quality of the screen view. I found the quality horrible when I shopped. If you expect phones and organizers to converge quickly, perhaps you should wait. If not, this is the organizer to go with (By the way, I don't view the VisorPhone as convergence, just a step in the right direction.)
<< 1 >>
|
