Palm TX Handheld
Rating: 
- Do NOT buy this Palm!
Do NOT buy this Palm! I bought this product in January and have spent more hours trying to de-bug it than I have time for. Who knew recurring appts that do not end until after 2020 will keep you from syncing? or that time zone conflicts will also mess up your software? Tech support's main goal is to keep you from making a warranty claim. If you are super tech savvy or have tons of hours to spend solving problems, then maybe this product is for you--otherwise don't waste your money!
Rating: 
- OK value - good, but not great
Do not pay more than $150 for the TX.The large screen is really nice.The best feature.The large screen is nice for sharing snapshots with friends.I use the TX as a toy.The wifi is nice for web browsing on the road.Video capability is limited.Plays short videos OK, but larger videos (TV shows, movies) do not work well or not at all.Web browser does not play videos.Programs to overcome these limitations are availabe from 3rd parties, but cost extra money.I do not like to spend extra money, hence the low rating.Bluetooth to cellphone connection for internet connection does not always work (yes, I have a data plan).Probably because there is no way to manually set a DNS as I can do when connecting a cell phone to a PC.I would recommend the XO laptop from the One Laptop Per Child Foundation as a better value for the money for a small basic function portable computer over the Palm TX.
Rating: - Beach Camera
Nothing wrong with the TX, I have used one for years.The problem is with Beach Camera who (I didn't realize it until it was too late) Amazon used as a partner for this purchase.I ordered a new TX from Amazon (I thought) then when I got a confirmation from Beach Camera, I knew I was in trouble.The first unit shows up used and damaged.When I called them, they said send it back but I ended up having to negotiate with the guy for I didn't want to pay postage a second time.Beach Camera reluctantly picked it up for free.Now, well over a month later and quite a few calls to Beach, I finally have received a new unit.
Rating: 
- A good PDA
I like the T/X for the most part but have spent a number of hours trying to figure out how to get it to work with MS Vista, finally had to disable the documents to go.Didn't get much help from the Palm website, but did from the users blog that it referred me to, but still hit and miss.The calendar is great and the ability to access the internet is nice.
Rating: 
- Great Product
The PalmTX is a great product.Well designed, light, reliable.The processor seems quick enough for most tasks and the display is easy to read.It is certainly a step up from previous products and I especially enjoy the WIFI access.The one disappointment I have is that it is a little slower in translating graffiti strokes to text.I have not yet learned to slow down and so I must correct many mistakes. I'm sure I will adjust, but I do miss the previous speed which appraoched normal printing.
- Do NOT buy this Palm!Do NOT buy this Palm! I bought this product in January and have spent more hours trying to de-bug it than I have time for. Who knew recurring appts that do not end until after 2020 will keep you from syncing? or that time zone conflicts will also mess up your software? Tech support's main goal is to keep you from making a warranty claim. If you are super tech savvy or have tons of hours to spend solving problems, then maybe this product is for you--otherwise don't waste your money!
- OK value - good, but not greatDo not pay more than $150 for the TX.The large screen is really nice.The best feature.The large screen is nice for sharing snapshots with friends.I use the TX as a toy.The wifi is nice for web browsing on the road.Video capability is limited.Plays short videos OK, but larger videos (TV shows, movies) do not work well or not at all.Web browser does not play videos.Programs to overcome these limitations are availabe from 3rd parties, but cost extra money.I do not like to spend extra money, hence the low rating.Bluetooth to cellphone connection for internet connection does not always work (yes, I have a data plan).Probably because there is no way to manually set a DNS as I can do when connecting a cell phone to a PC.I would recommend the XO laptop from the One Laptop Per Child Foundation as a better value for the money for a small basic function portable computer over the Palm TX.
- Beach CameraNothing wrong with the TX, I have used one for years.The problem is with Beach Camera who (I didn't realize it until it was too late) Amazon used as a partner for this purchase.I ordered a new TX from Amazon (I thought) then when I got a confirmation from Beach Camera, I knew I was in trouble.The first unit shows up used and damaged.When I called them, they said send it back but I ended up having to negotiate with the guy for I didn't want to pay postage a second time.Beach Camera reluctantly picked it up for free.Now, well over a month later and quite a few calls to Beach, I finally have received a new unit.
- A good PDAI like the T/X for the most part but have spent a number of hours trying to figure out how to get it to work with MS Vista, finally had to disable the documents to go.Didn't get much help from the Palm website, but did from the users blog that it referred me to, but still hit and miss.The calendar is great and the ability to access the internet is nice.
- Great ProductThe PalmTX is a great product.Well designed, light, reliable.The processor seems quick enough for most tasks and the display is easy to read.It is certainly a step up from previous products and I especially enjoy the WIFI access.The one disappointment I have is that it is a little slower in translating graffiti strokes to text.I have not yet learned to slow down and so I must correct many mistakes. I'm sure I will adjust, but I do miss the previous speed which appraoched normal printing.