Handheld Reviews

i got the case last week and it's nicer than I expected, it seems to hold VERY securely, it slides out easily enough,and the the neoprene is very cushy and thick, as it's two layers. The Inside is nice and brushed soft, and the front is very smooth, not at all like a mousepad top.

Inside is some large serged covered seams , seat the visor betwene them to give extra protection to the edges, but it will add a bit of bulk to the profile. If you dont the seam could rub the on button. but if you do, and it's easy to do, it ads a nice bit of airspace for bounce protection. I haven't dropped it yet, so I can't tell you if it's really safe or not, but it feels it.

It has a nice D-ring at the top for neck/shoulder strap or a key hook, and adjustable pinch button slider strap with a sewn strap end so it WILL not come loose. It adjusts enough so you could wear it around your lower arm or wrist as well as over a belt or through a belt loop or strap of a bag.

I only wish there was a zipper pocket on one side to insert a few cards or cash in between the layers to serve double duty.

The only compliant I have is the color. First, It's safety yellow. I like yellow, but they type of covering soils easy. It picks up any hand dirt, I think it got dirty inside the new ditty bag I bought to keep it and my wallet and cell phone in, and I can definatly see a darknening around the flap from my limited use.

I'd get a darker colori if had to choose again. I just knew I'd want more than one case, one for toss in and go and one more more wearble uses. And until I researched the case I wanted for everyday use, and got used to using it I wanted one I could FIND when I miss place it. (I'm kinda forgetful, thus the need for this thing). I'll use this for times I go traveling and want to toss it in my bag and go. when it'll be bumping other items.

I recommend getting it for a first case till you figure out how you want to carry your Visor. It's a good price and the quality is fine.

I am impressed with the promptness on my order. I ordered it on a weekend and it was shipped to me with in 3 business days. It was awesome! The product was used but in great condition and shipping was great. Thanks a lot.

Ok... here's the deal on this case. I've tried all of the other leather cases and found that the clips just don't hold up. They loosen, break and arent worth anything (especially if u lose your precious VISOR - yikes!). SO, I bought this case and found it to be FANTASTIC. Here's why (1) The material is light and durable (2) The velcro closure is strong and good quality (3) The belt clip is firm, strongand reliable. (4) Sleek and form fitting. No extra pockets etc to make it bulky. I carry a wallet for that stuff. If you want more detailed information on this case, check out ... They actually make this case for Handspring. Overall, the belt clip is strong, the design is attractive, the size is perfect, and the protection is good. BUY IT. YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED. Cheers!

i got the case last week and it's nicer than I expected, it seems to hold VERY securely, it slides out easily enough,and the the neoprene is very cushy and thick, as it's two layers. The Inside is nice and brushed soft, and the front is very smooth, not at all like a mousepad top.

Inside is some large serged covered seams , seat the visor betwene them to give extra protection to the edges, but it will add a bit of bulk to the profile. If you dont the seam could rub the on button. but if you do, and it's easy to do, it ads a nice bit of airspace for bounce protection. I haven't dropped it yet, so I can't tell you if it's really safe or not, but it feels it.

It has a nice D-ring at the top for neck/shoulder strap or a key hook, and adjustable pinch button slider strap with a sewn strap end so it WILL not come loose. It adjusts enough so you could wear it around your lower arm or wrist as well as over a belt or through a belt loop or strap of a bag.

I only wish there was a zipper pocket on one side to insert a few cards or cash in between the layers to serve double duty.

The only compliant I have is the color. First, It's safety yellow. I like yellow, but they type of covering soils easy. It picks up any hand dirt, I think it got dirty inside the new ditty bag I bought to keep it and my wallet and cell phone in, and I can definatly see a darknening around the flap from my limited use.

I'd get a darker colori if had to choose again. I just knew I'd want more than one case, one for toss in and go and one more more wearble uses. And until I researched the case I wanted for everyday use, and got used to using it I wanted one I could FIND when I miss place it. (I'm kinda forgetful, thus the need for this thing). I'll use this for times I go traveling and want to toss it in my bag and go. when it'll be bumping other items.

I recommend getting it for a first case till you figure out how you want to carry your Visor. It's a good price and the quality is fine.

I am impressed with the promptness on my order. I ordered it on a weekend and it was shipped to me with in 3 business days. It was awesome! The product was used but in great condition and shipping was great. Thanks a lot.

Ok... here's the deal on this case. I've tried all of the other leather cases and found that the clips just don't hold up. They loosen, break and arent worth anything (especially if u lose your precious VISOR - yikes!). SO, I bought this case and found it to be FANTASTIC. Here's why (1) The material is light and durable (2) The velcro closure is strong and good quality (3) The belt clip is firm, strongand reliable. (4) Sleek and form fitting. No extra pockets etc to make it bulky. I carry a wallet for that stuff. If you want more detailed information on this case, check out ... They actually make this case for Handspring. Overall, the belt clip is strong, the design is attractive, the size is perfect, and the protection is good. BUY IT. YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED. Cheers!

i got the case last week and it's nicer than I expected, it seems to hold VERY securely, it slides out easily enough,and the the neoprene is very cushy and thick, as it's two layers. The Inside is nice and brushed soft, and the front is very smooth, not at all like a mousepad top.

Inside is some large serged covered seams , seat the visor betwene them to give extra protection to the edges, but it will add a bit of bulk to the profile. If you dont the seam could rub the on button. but if you do, and it's easy to do, it ads a nice bit of airspace for bounce protection. I haven't dropped it yet, so I can't tell you if it's really safe or not, but it feels it.

It has a nice D-ring at the top for neck/shoulder strap or a key hook, and adjustable pinch button slider strap with a sewn strap end so it WILL not come loose. It adjusts enough so you could wear it around your lower arm or wrist as well as over a belt or through a belt loop or strap of a bag.

I only wish there was a zipper pocket on one side to insert a few cards or cash in between the layers to serve double duty.

The only compliant I have is the color. First, It's safety yellow. I like yellow, but they type of covering soils easy. It picks up any hand dirt, I think it got dirty inside the new ditty bag I bought to keep it and my wallet and cell phone in, and I can definatly see a darknening around the flap from my limited use.

I'd get a darker colori if had to choose again. I just knew I'd want more than one case, one for toss in and go and one more more wearble uses. And until I researched the case I wanted for everyday use, and got used to using it I wanted one I could FIND when I miss place it. (I'm kinda forgetful, thus the need for this thing). I'll use this for times I go traveling and want to toss it in my bag and go. when it'll be bumping other items.

I recommend getting it for a first case till you figure out how you want to carry your Visor. It's a good price and the quality is fine.

I am impressed with the promptness on my order. I ordered it on a weekend and it was shipped to me with in 3 business days. It was awesome! The product was used but in great condition and shipping was great. Thanks a lot.

Ok... here's the deal on this case. I've tried all of the other leather cases and found that the clips just don't hold up. They loosen, break and arent worth anything (especially if u lose your precious VISOR - yikes!). SO, I bought this case and found it to be FANTASTIC. Here's why (1) The material is light and durable (2) The velcro closure is strong and good quality (3) The belt clip is firm, strongand reliable. (4) Sleek and form fitting. No extra pockets etc to make it bulky. I carry a wallet for that stuff. If you want more detailed information on this case, check out ... They actually make this case for Handspring. Overall, the belt clip is strong, the design is attractive, the size is perfect, and the protection is good. BUY IT. YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED. Cheers!

i got the case last week and it's nicer than I expected, it seems to hold VERY securely, it slides out easily enough,and the the neoprene is very cushy and thick, as it's two layers. The Inside is nice and brushed soft, and the front is very smooth, not at all like a mousepad top.

Inside is some large serged covered seams , seat the visor betwene them to give extra protection to the edges, but it will add a bit of bulk to the profile. If you dont the seam could rub the on button. but if you do, and it's easy to do, it ads a nice bit of airspace for bounce protection. I haven't dropped it yet, so I can't tell you if it's really safe or not, but it feels it.

It has a nice D-ring at the top for neck/shoulder strap or a key hook, and adjustable pinch button slider strap with a sewn strap end so it WILL not come loose. It adjusts enough so you could wear it around your lower arm or wrist as well as over a belt or through a belt loop or strap of a bag.

I only wish there was a zipper pocket on one side to insert a few cards or cash in between the layers to serve double duty.

The only compliant I have is the color. First, It's safety yellow. I like yellow, but they type of covering soils easy. It picks up any hand dirt, I think it got dirty inside the new ditty bag I bought to keep it and my wallet and cell phone in, and I can definatly see a darknening around the flap from my limited use.

I'd get a darker colori if had to choose again. I just knew I'd want more than one case, one for toss in and go and one more more wearble uses. And until I researched the case I wanted for everyday use, and got used to using it I wanted one I could FIND when I miss place it. (I'm kinda forgetful, thus the need for this thing). I'll use this for times I go traveling and want to toss it in my bag and go. when it'll be bumping other items.

I recommend getting it for a first case till you figure out how you want to carry your Visor. It's a good price and the quality is fine.

I am impressed with the promptness on my order. I ordered it on a weekend and it was shipped to me with in 3 business days. It was awesome! The product was used but in great condition and shipping was great. Thanks a lot.

Ok... here's the deal on this case. I've tried all of the other leather cases and found that the clips just don't hold up. They loosen, break and arent worth anything (especially if u lose your precious VISOR - yikes!). SO, I bought this case and found it to be FANTASTIC. Here's why (1) The material is light and durable (2) The velcro closure is strong and good quality (3) The belt clip is firm, strongand reliable. (4) Sleek and form fitting. No extra pockets etc to make it bulky. I carry a wallet for that stuff. If you want more detailed information on this case, check out ... They actually make this case for Handspring. Overall, the belt clip is strong, the design is attractive, the size is perfect, and the protection is good. BUY IT. YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED. Cheers!

+PROS+
+ Protective case it waterproof, dent proof, very durable!
+ Attractive blue cover matches the blue m105 Palm nicely :)
+ Heavy duty velcro means your Palm won't fall out

-CONS-
- Zipper jams EVERYTIME I try to open the case. The stitching of the zipper is low-quality, so it always jams in the upper left corner.
- No place to hold the stylus and the case makes it difficult to dislodge stylus from Palm.
- The button indentation on the front cover does not allow you to engage the timer on the Palm. Bad!

Overall, an bulky but durable case, opt for a cover with a stylus holder instead, you'll need it! Not worth the [$$$] price tag.

Online it looks like a iridescent blue, but in person is just a shiny blue. Also, I expecting for the zipper portion of the case to be black (as it looks online), but in reality it's gray, not black.
I wasn't really impressed when I first saw it. But it does do the job. Protect my PDA.

This case is really nice. The color is quite nice, and the zipper hasnt ever cought up on itself yet. Though it is a plastic zipper, it holds snugly. I do not like the velcro strap inside tohold the unit in. I would have prefereed a locking system to hold it in place, but the velcro does do the job well. Wearing on my side, I have never broken my M105 yet, and I've accidentally bashed it a few times, with no damage to the inside either. The EVA Rubber sure is nice too, meaning the case will always look like new even after you smash it with your foot. (but DO take your palm out FIRST! hehe)
The time button doesnt work though if you use the clip-on face protector that usually comes with the 100 series, but if you wear it on your belt, you have to take it out anyway to see the time.. hehe.
A great product, well worth the cost.

+PROS+
+ Protective case it waterproof, dent proof, very durable!
+ Attractive blue cover matches the blue m105 Palm nicely :)
+ Heavy duty velcro means your Palm won't fall out

-CONS-
- Zipper jams EVERYTIME I try to open the case. The stitching of the zipper is low-quality, so it always jams in the upper left corner.
- No place to hold the stylus and the case makes it difficult to dislodge stylus from Palm.
- The button indentation on the front cover does not allow you to engage the timer on the Palm. Bad!

Overall, an bulky but durable case, opt for a cover with a stylus holder instead, you'll need it! Not worth the [$$$] price tag.

Online it looks like a iridescent blue, but in person is just a shiny blue. Also, I expecting for the zipper portion of the case to be black (as it looks online), but in reality it's gray, not black.
I wasn't really impressed when I first saw it. But it does do the job. Protect my PDA.

This case is really nice. The color is quite nice, and the zipper hasnt ever cought up on itself yet. Though it is a plastic zipper, it holds snugly. I do not like the velcro strap inside tohold the unit in. I would have prefereed a locking system to hold it in place, but the velcro does do the job well. Wearing on my side, I have never broken my M105 yet, and I've accidentally bashed it a few times, with no damage to the inside either. The EVA Rubber sure is nice too, meaning the case will always look like new even after you smash it with your foot. (but DO take your palm out FIRST! hehe)
The time button doesnt work though if you use the clip-on face protector that usually comes with the 100 series, but if you wear it on your belt, you have to take it out anyway to see the time.. hehe.
A great product, well worth the cost.

I have a similar unit and for the most part it works OK. However, HP decided to use only a SD expansion slot. Very few accessories go into this slot. Most accessories require a larger CF slot which some of the competition offer on their units. For HP you must by a CF slot accessory + the GPS unit or camera, etc.

I've had the Palm III, Palm V, Palm VII, and a BlackBerry so I consider myself a long-time PDA user. I've had the 3975 for about 2 months; here are my observations.
- Screen is the best I've seen, in all types of lighting.
- Battery life is good, but you can not swap out the battery, it is rechargable.
- The ac adapter used for charging comes with a small "adapter" that is needed to charge the device when the cradle is not used, e.g. when traveling. On a recent trip, I brought the charger then realized I did not bring the "adapter". I had to go to an electronics store to buy one...at least it was cheap.
- It is heavier and bulkier than Palm's, not something you can carry in your shirt pocket.
- Includes Bluetooth funcitonality. I was able to download my entire phone list database to my cell phone (also Bluetooth enabled) in about 2 minutes (200-ish numbers). I've also used it with my PC after I got a Bluetooth USB AdapterPairing the iPaq with other devices is a bit klugey but once you've figured it out, it's good.
- Comes with infrared also. It DOES NOT work with a PALM (atleast I have not gotten it to). I have used it with my PC however.
- It interfaces smoothly with MS Outlook (synched via USB port). I use it to download emails and read/respond in meetings or on planes etc. The emails are dumped back into Outlook and sent off at next "autosynch" when attached to PC.
- If it had BlackBerry "always on" capability, it would be much more useful with email.
- It uses MS Pocket PC 2002 OS. I have not had any issues with it, one soft re-boot when internet explorer locked up (iPaq still worked fine, but could not launch explorer).
- HOWEVER, do not expect this OS to function like PC-based Windows. It does have similar look, but does function differently. You have to get used to cycling through windows that are open to get at what you want...not bad, but not like PC-based windows...I still like it better than PALM OS.
- There are several different methods for inputting info; Palm-like character recognition, handwriting recognizer that recognizes long-hand, and a small keyboard-like pad.
- Software is decent and a lot is available in places like Avant-go, apps that are usually free for trial, then [a small fee].
- MS Word is good, Excel is difficult to use unless you want to see a handful of cells at a time; I downloaded a program from Avant-go for viewing ppt slided, great unless there's a lot of text, almost impossible to read. MS Outlook is great, email, calendar come across perfectly. MS Reader is good, screen has enough resolution to make reading easy on the eyes.
- It comes with SD card for adding memory, programs, etc. An expansion kit for Compact Flash is available, should have been included on a device at this price range.
- There are expansion packs that slide on to the device for adding GPS, modem and ethernet hook-up etc. I have not tried them.
- Comes with several other features, voice recognizer (you can include audio in notes, docs..), and other things; see the descriptions on sites like Amazon.com, thier all fine and not worth going into.

Overall, it's my favorite PDA to date. If it had "always-on" email capability, it would get 5 stars from me.

I purchased this product as an upgrade to the iPAQ 3630. When I purchased the first one, I did my research. It came down between the iPAQ & Jornada products (both of these blew away the Palm stuff). I then did my research again when I decieded to upgrade. And this time, it was between the new iPAQs and the Toshiba line. I decided to go with the iPAQ again, because of unmatched usability. Both are Pocket PC based, but the iPAQ has so much more! Number one, they were the first to sell with the 400 MHz XScale processor. Secondly, the most RAM & ROM available. Next there is the built-in Bluetooth, which allows for wireless connectivity. With a Bluetooth-equipped cell phone, you can sign onto the "Wireless Web", & veiw webpages on your iPAQ! Lastly, are the expansion packs. I love the SD Card slot, but what if I want to use a Compact Flash or PC Card? You can get an expansion pack for it! Not to mention GPS, Cellular, and even ECG/EKG packs(yes, the medical device). Despite the somewhat staggering price tag, this Pocket PC device IS WELL WORTH every cent!

I have had my Visor PRO less than 6 months. The hotsync cradle has had to be replaced once already, and the software crashed and had to be reinstalled.

A friend bought one at the same time, it was a complete lemon. She sent it back to be replaced and went through 3 different models in as many months before she finally gave up and bought another PDA. What a waste of money!

And when you register the product with Handspring, they send you a coupon, with no info on any expiration, but when I tried to use it I was told it expires in 30 days. When I protested that they need to tell you about the 30 day limit when they send you the email, and asked to discuss it with a supervisor, I was ignored and have not been contacted again.

Like many other reviewers, this is the first and last Handspring product I will buy.

I have been an avid iPaq user for about a year now. And while WIN CE can be a bit quirky at times, lets face it, iPaq's color screen and agility between applications makes up for Microsoft's shortcomings. However, about 3 months ago, I lost the "partnership" (the connection between the iPaq and the PC) and despite countless attempts to reconnect (by myself and a hired IT consultant), we never could reconnect. (Phone calls to CPQ and MSFT were fruitless.)

Because I really needed a device to handle PIM duties, I began reading the reviews (...) for Palm and Handspring. I had heard good things about the Visor products but had yet to experience them (long ago, I owned a Palm III...less than satisfied). After much trepidation, I took the leap on the Visor Pro. The final feature selling me on the Pro was the resident memory (16 MB) and the ability to extend through add-ons.

Since I've had the Pro, I must report, first and foremost (to me at least!), I've had ZERO connection issues. Synchronization has been flawless and beautiful. Beyond that, the Pro has all the necessary functions for the manager or executive on the go plus many, many more via download shareware. Additionally, perhipheral add-ons can turn your Pro into a phone, internet browser and Pocket PC without much sweat. The losses compared to the iPaq? I must be honest, all the touting of being able to create/manipulate Excel spreadsheets or Word documents (via the iPaq) is grossly overhyped. Yes, the availability is nice but who in their right mind is going to create any document/spreadsheet on a handheld-size screen? My only complaint is the screen. With a B&W screen, one can expect issues with light, hue, and contrast. However, after getting very comfortable with a color screen, moving back to B&W/monochrome is a tough move. I'll adapt, however, as Pro's other features make this a top-notch product.

For the money, Pro is my choice. I plan to purchase one for my partner and one for each of my mid-level managers (affordability is another incredibly nice feature of Pro). I'm actually thinking of getting a Pro for each of my teenagers. What a great device to get in control of the mundane as well as important aspects of your life.

This unit is the best unit on the market for those who seek a B&W Palm device. The 16MB RAM coupled with the Springboard slot allows this unit to last for years to come. The Springboard has nearly a hundred modules available, where the others only have a handful. You don't have to pick and choose from your choice apps for only 8MB worth, you can keep them all on your device. Handspring continues to raise the bar for what a Palm device should be. Some people are concerned about the life of the Springboard, because Handspring's latest Treo does not have one - plus the indicated that they would get out of the traditional PDA business (with includes the Visor brand). The fact remains - as long as the Visor brands are out there, the developers will continue to make springboard add-ons. The developers make money off these add-ons, not Handspring.

I did a lot of due diligence before buying the IRIS Pen II Executive Scanner, including all the other pen scanner products on the market. I was initially a little put off by the fact you had to attach it to a computer via a USB cable to work. FWIW, I am using it with MacOS X 10.2.6 and a iBook.

I have had it for over a month now, purchased in July 2003, and I LIKE it. I have primarily used it to scan text from photocopies of journal articles. These are clearly not the highest quality text material from which to scan, but nevertheless, the IRIS pen handles them acceptably. By that, I mean, I get around 85% accuracy. This clearly means, I have to go back and retype things, but still, I am able to capture large quanities of text to use *in a very rapid fashion*. Like one of the previous posters, I do tend to use it like a highlighter.

As a word of instructive advice...it may be difficult to figure out how to hold the pen. Just try different positions and your hand will develop 'memory' in holding it correctly, such that it captures text.

I guess my overall experience is neither the 100% success that others have had, nor the despair that a few have faced. I would certainly buy this product again.

This is not so much a review as a heads up to the reviewer (Roy Herron) who said it was useless to him because he scans on colored backgrounds. You can adjust for background color on the Executive model just for this purpose. You said you bought from a seller, so I'm guessing that you didn't get all the documentation with your purchase. So, call ReadIris Tech Support (1-(561)-921-0847) and they can tell you how. I use mine for scanning barcodes when packing books. Makes it easy to keep track of what's in each box.

If you're looking for a fast and accurate handheld scanner, I strongly recommend the IRIS II Executive.

I first bought the Quick Link Pen from Wizcom and got incredibly frustrated by that product's slowness and ridiculously poor accurary. I ended up returning my Quick Link Pen and getting the IRIS II Exec instead.

The Iris II Exec is incredibly fast and more importantly incredibly accurate. I can scan faster than I would with a highlighter and I rarely get mistakes. I'm a Biochem Grad Student and I scan a lot of words that wouldn't seem easily recognized, but the IRIS II works like a champ.

Even though, the Iris II Exec is not portable, it's accuracy and speed make up for it in leaps and bounds. The company's claim of 99% accuracy is pretty on the money. I type 80 wpm and scanning with this pen is far faster than typing.

If you're looking for a Handheld Scanner, this is by far the best choice.

Dont ever buy this product. It comes with a packet of junk softwares. Take for example audio player. It can only play files which has a frequency of 44.1KHz and data rate of 96kbps to 128kbps. However there are some awesome products out there, but since sony doesnt provide their API, these products dont work for nz90.
Battery life is terrible. Even when your battery is %80 percent charged, you cannot use flash to take a picture. I think with fully charged battery you can only take 5 ( yes it is 5) pictures. Then your battery is totally gone.
There are so many negatives for this products that I can write 5 paged on that!!!!
Exteremely disappointed user of nz90.
Luckily I saved so many friends of mine to do the same mistake!!!

I finally made the plunge and bought the NZ90. After being a die-hard Palm user (starting from the Palm Professional,III,Vx,M505), I switched to the Sony Clie.

I truly enjoy playing with the NZ90. It has more functionality than the Palm M505. The camera and video features are amazing. The 2mb still camera produces decent quality pictures. One use I make with the camera is to take shots of documents from work. Now I can reveiw my work on my Clie without having to take home hard copies. The video function gives me the opportunity to film short clips on the fly of my baby boy. (I chose to defer purchase of a digital video camera and opted to use the video on the Clie.) The video quality is poor, but serves its purpose until my son begins to walk when I then plan on purchasing a digital camcorder. Also, I purchased the wireless card for the Clie. GREAT. I love this. You can check pop3 email and browse the internet without having to boot-up your laptop or computer. The easy power on/off of the pda makes it quick for me to check email as well as read the daily news.

2 negatives that needle me:
1) Batter life is poor, especially when using the still camera with flash. The flash drains the battery after 10 shots.
2) The size is a hurdle. Unlike the sleek m505 design, I have to carry the bulky NZ90.

I enjoy playing with my NZ90, emphasis on the "playing". As for practicality, I miss the m505 design as I daily use the address book, calendar, memo.

Ignore the mediocre reviews on Brighthand and ZDNET. I own this machine and it kicks serious butt.
Positives
1. The screen is by far the best on the market. Kicks Pocket PC butt and even CLIE earlier models.
2. Camera is awesome. You may say why do I need a camera all the time but believe me, if you have it you will take more spontaneous pictures.
3. Keyboard is much better than previous models.
4. Movies is also a plus..take some heat of the moment clips.
5. Bluetooth Hotsync is convienient. Link up with phone to check email.
6. Wi-Fi means you can surf anywhere

Negatives:

None- you may size but whats the size of carrying a camera and a PDA.

Having used the Sony Ericsson P800 Smartphone which was rubbish- bad operating system, bad voice clarity, useless camera

I'd rather use this machine and a bluetooth phone