PalmOne m105 Handheld

Average customer rating: 3.5

Palm m105
Good BASIC Handheld
It's Okay
Works great as long as you don't have to change the batteries
Quailty

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PalmOne m105 Handheld

Manufacturer: PalmOne
Product Group: CE
Binding: Electronics
ASIN: B000059MSI

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Amazon.com Review

Palm handhelds have succeeded because they're small and lightweight but hold a surprisingly large amount of personal data. The Palm m105 handheld expands on those essential features by offering an organizer that's smaller and lighter (4.4 ounces) than most others while remaining packed with 8 MB of memory, so it can do much more than just store your calendar or addresses. The m105 is also one of the most comfortable Palm devices we've held--its distinctive curved bottom rests comfortably in the palm.

Like other Palm devices, the m105 includes an infrared port for beaming data to other handhelds, and it features a high-contrast screen with optional backlighting for low-light situations. At 2 inches square, the screen is slightly smaller than those on most Palm organizers. We noticed the difference since we've been using Palm handhelds for some time, but the m105 retains the same 160-by-160-pixel resolution, so this probably won't be a distraction for most users.

However, unlike other Palm handhelds, the m100 series includes two special applications. The Clock displays the date and time if you simply push the top scroll button on the front, even when the device is off. (It can also be viewed through a window in the cover.) And with the Note Pad, we could write notes or draw pictures directly on the screen without having to write in Graffiti, Palm's character-recognition language.

With more memory, the m105 can now hold more software--and Palm has provided a range of possibilities on the accompanying CD-ROM. Palm's Mobile Internet Kit, normally sold separately, is a software collection that allows the m105 to communicate via infrared link with a GSM cellular phone (such as the Nokia 8290). The kit includes MultiMail Pro software for managing e-mail, programs for SMS text messaging and WAP (Wireless Access Protocol) browsing, and software for accessing Web Clipping data over the Palm.net network (the same service used for the wireless Palm VIIx). Also included on the CD-ROM is the AvantGo Web browser and a client for connecting to AOL.

The Palm m105 includes a HotSync cradle (the m100 handheld shipped with just a cable) for synchronizing data between the handheld and a desktop or laptop computer. Macintosh owners (like ourselves) or anyone wishing to use a USB port on a Windows system will need to purchase the USB serial adapter, though the Mac version of the Palm Desktop software is included in the box.

We were disappointed to find that the Windows version of Palm Desktop included on the CD-ROM is one generation behind the latest release. However, you can download Palm Desktop 4.0 for free from Palm's Web site, making this only a one-time nuisance. Additionally, the m105 is not flash upgradable, so you won't be able to update to a newer version of the operating system later on (the m105 comes with Palm OS 3.5).

With the addition of more memory and Internet access software, plus its comfortable, lightweight design, the Palm m105 is an entry-level handheld that doesn't feel like the new kid on the block. --Jeff Carlson

Pros: <ul>

Smaller and lighter than most handhelds, fitting comfortably in hand

8 MB memory stores more data

Includes Palm Mobile Internet Kit and other software for online access </ul>

Cons: <ul>

Slightly smaller screen

Operating system not upgradable

Doesn't ship with latest Palm Desktop software for Windows </ul>

Amazon.com Product Description

With 8 MB of memory, a HotSync cradle, and the bundled Mobile Internet Kit software, the sleek, rounded Palm m105 handheld offers lots of computing power and versatility. The m105 handheld allows you to use powerful applications and store hundreds of memos, appointments, addresses, and to-do items. You can back up data with your PC or Macintosh in seconds with the included HotSync cradle. And it works with all the same accessories as the Palm m100 handheld--including keyboard, digital camera, and an array of color faceplates.

The Palm m105 handheld comes with Palm's classic information management applications, including Date Book, Address Book, To Do List, and Memo Pad. You can also jot down notes quickly using the Notepad feature, which works like an electronic sticky note. It is equipped with an infrared beam to instantly exchange and store information--such as business card data--at the touch of a button. It has a backlit display for easy readability.

The Mobile Internet Kit is also included, allowing you to use your Palm handheld in combination with a mobile phone or modem to wirelessly access the Internet and check e-mail. You can also access AOL Mail and Messenger accounts. To connect, you must have a data-enabled mobile phone or modem using a cable or infrared. To see a list of compatible phones, see www.palm.com/software/mik/phone.html.

The Palm m105 handheld ships with desktop and HotSync software for both PC and Macintosh systems. The HotSync cradle connects to your PC's serial port. To connect to a PC or Mac using USB, you will need to order the optional Palm PalmConnect USB Kit. Additionally, if you have an older Mac with a modem or printer port connection, you will need to order the optional PalmConnect Serial Kit.

The Palm m105 comes with a serial HotSync cradle, a stylus, a protective flip-cover, two AAA alkaline batteries, and a CD-ROM with Palm Desktop and AvantGo software and a link to Microsoft Outlook.

What's in the box
<ul>

Palm m105

Stylus

2 AAA batteries

HotSync serial cradle

Protective flip cover

Palm Desktop Software (Windows and Mac), Mobile Internet Kit, link to Microsoft Outlook, TCP/IP software

Getting Started guide

Handbook </ul>

Product Description

Designed to help you meet the demands of life, the affordable Palm m105 handheld allows you to replace your paper-based organizer and stay connected. Keep track of all your appointments, addresses; express your personality with colorful snap-on faceplates, even synchronize and download content from the Internet for offline viewing. All you need is a modem or compatible, data-enabled mobile phone, connectivity software and ISP account. The included HotSync cradle helps safeguard your data with one-touch data exchange and backup between your handheld and PC or Macintosh. Manage your professional and personal life with the Palm m105 handheld.

Customer Reviews:

Palm m105.......2006-11-06

I'm a grad student and I bought a "like-new" Palm m105 for its basic organizing functions, such as a "to do" list, memo pad, and calender. I'm also using it for a backup phone/address list in case my cell batteries die at an inopportune time (I'm unfortunately a slave to my cell remembering all numbers instead of me). I'll probably put some games on it too, for those boring days in class.

I've had it for about a week and it seems to work well for the purpose I bought it for. So far my main gripe is that it doesn't have a backlite screen, so you have to hold it at a good angle where there's low light. A backlite screen (especially one that you could turn on and off as needed to save battery power) would have been really nice. It was also frustrating that the HotSync cable was a 9-pin serial, which I don't have a spot for on my lappy, so I have to buy a converter cable. This is easily fixable though, so I can't complain too much. I haven't used the batteries up, so I can't comment on other people's complaints about losing data when the batteries die.

Despite these gripes, I'd say that overall it's a good entry-level pda if you don't care about a colored screen or other bells and whistles (or if you can't afford a newer-series model, like me). It suits my lifestyle just fine, and for $30 for a "like-new, used once" Palm, it's a great bargain.

Good BASIC Handheld.......2006-10-24

If you need a very basic handheld, the Palm M105 is as basic as it gets, it does what a basic handheld is suppose to do. I like having the flexibility to enter data using the desktop software and just hotsync to have everything uploaded to the PDA.

One disadvantage though, once you change the batteries, you lose everything, even if you change one battery at a time, so it suits you to hotsync often before your batteries go.

It's Okay.......2006-10-19

This was my first experience with a PDA. It was really cool at first because I just started college and I didn't have to deal with the messy paper organizers. I grew to dislike it because I had to change the batteries left and right. I didn't much care for that. The thing kept crashing on me, I grew tired of having to plug everything back in. It's okay for the price you get. I would recomend this if you haven't had one before. It can get the job done if you fon't want bells and whistles.

Works great as long as you don't have to change the batteries.......2006-07-20

I received my Palm m105 as a christmas gift a few years ago. It worked well for my needs at the time. In recent months I have been using it alot more which therefore resulted in more changes of the batteries. Every time I change the batteries I have to sync up again. All of the additional programs I have loaded on have to be reloaded again after every battery change. I also lose some programs and have to completely reload them.... For that reason I am buying a new PDA, one with a rechargeable battery!

Quailty.......2006-06-25

It's cool... Expect it only has 8 mb, no card slot B /w screen non-rechargable batteries but that's convient Because no charging required. Just install and go. Trick: install 1 battery to avoid data eraseure. Most of the specs reek pretty much.

Nicholas

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