Introduction ************* I decided to buy the Palm Vx because I wanted a small device that I could carry around with me in my pocket and do all of my day to day needs with and that is just what it did for me.
Installation ************ It comes with a HotSync cradle for the Palm Vx to sit in which allows it to charge and transfer files from the computer to the Palm or the opposite way around. From the cradle to the computer is connected through a serial connection and a power cable is also connected from the cradle to the power socket making this overall setup very easy as well as common sense.
Once the hardware has been set up it has to be installed by inserting the Palm Desktop software CD. When the CD is inserted it is almost
as if it installs its self.
Data Transfer *************** Files can be transferred very easily just by pressing the button on the centre of the cradle which up dates the files on the computer with the files on the Palm Vx. The data transfer only takes a few moments to complete depending how much data is being transferred.
Use ***** Pen – The Palm Vx is used by pulling one of two pen shaped sticks out the side of it which easy slot in. These small pens allow the user to touch the screen making it easy to select features, write words and type on the keyboard.
Keyboard – When wishing to enter words and letters there is a digital keyboard that automatically loads at the bottom of the screen when a feature is entered where it is possible to enter characters. The keyboard is very useful and easy allowing for all sorts of characters to be entered which are usually on a keyboard. When using the keyboard I can often enter words reasonable quickly by pressing the letters using the pen.
Actually Writing – The pen that is used can be used to write actual letters or numbers by the user attempting to write a character on the touch screen and the Palm will recognize it. The only down side to this was that some times it would not always be the correct character that I wanted so therefore it is dependant on your ability and style of hand writing.
Look and Feel – I found the look and feel of it to be very smooth and user friendly which looked beautiful and attractive to work with.
Features ********** Address Book – Instead of carrying an address book around with you any more the Palm Vx can do an even better job allowing for large numbers of addresses of people to be entered.
Mail – This feature is only really any good if you have a built in modem. Mine didn’t have one so I didn’t use the mail section very much unless I wanted to write something for when I got home ready to send.
To Do List – This feature displays a digital calendar where the date and time can be chosen and reminders of events can be set.
Memo Pad – Got something in your head that you forget every so often then it can be recorded into the memo pad so you don’t forget any more.
Expense – If you’re always having trouble knowing how much you have spent etc the expense section of the Palm Vx can keep track of that if you enter the details.
Calculator – A standard and scientific calculator allowing for you to carry out quick working out when you’re in a jam.
Games – When ever you’re bored or have some spare time on your hands you can play a number of games on offer. F you get a little bored of playing the same games over and over again new ones can be downloaded from the internet using your computer and transferred over to your Palm using the cradle.
Security – If you don’t want any one coming up to your Palm when you’re not around and having a look through the files on it then you can set a password so when it is turned on a password box is displayed preventing unauthorised users from gaining access.
Extra ****** The Palm Vx comes with a cover which can slot into place where one of the pens are allowing protection from scratches and dents to the screen as well as making the Palm seem more like a wallet rather than a miniature computer.
Specification ************** CPU Speed: 20MHz Size and weight: 4.7" x 3.2" x 0.4"; 4 oz. Storage capacity: 8 MB (approximately 10,000 addresses, 5 years of appointments, 3,000 to-do items, 3,000 memos, 400 e-mails, plus a whole lot of applications
Included applications: Date Book, Address Book, Mail, To Do List, Memo Pad, Expense, Calculator, Games, Security, HotSync software, link to MS Outlook, AvantGo web channel manager, Palm OS 3.3
Conclusion ************* I found the Palm Vx very useful and would recommend it to anyone with business purposes or for personal reasons such as remembering certain events. The only small dislike that I with this product was that it wasn’t in color however I believe that this feature will be put into future versions.
Pictures of Palm Vx
Cradle
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