Schedule Book

[TimTaylor]

Originally posted by Rick Vietti
Camron - I agree that Palms datebook is limited but there are add on products that make it very productive.

The main problem I have with the Pocket Pc is the limitation of 3rd party software. Not a lot out there and hard to develop.

The newer Palms have plenty of memory and can use compact flash, play videos, store pictures etc.

Brandon - Really the only players left in the Palm market is Palm. Sony is pulling out. Get a color Palm with minimum 16 meg and whatever features you need.

Having owned and used both for many years, my preference is the pocket PC. My current unit is a HP/Compaq Ipaq - very cost effective and more than adequate for my needs. The model I have supports SD memory cards & can link to my PC via either USB or it's built-in Bluetooth interface. Some of the higher end models also incorporate WIFI capability.

Contrary to Rick's experience, I have had no problem finding add-on programs for those few applications that I really need. IMOH the included standard Pocket PC applications are more versatile than their PalmOS equivalents, making the need for add-on 3rd party applications relatively rare.

My advice is to hit your local big-box electronics or office supply store (CompUSA, Office Depot, Staples, Circuit City, etc.) look at the various manufacturers/models and find something that fits both your needs & your price range.

Just my $.02.......