InnoPocket Smart Cover-review

Product Requirements:
Device:
Handspring Visor, Visor Deluxe and Visor Platinum

Let’s face it. The stock plastic cover that comes with the Handspring PDAs is just not
for everyone. I don’t like the fact that it is loose when not in use. And it has a host of
other problems.

But if a loose screen cover bugs you, check out the Smart Cover from
InnoPocket. This ice colored,
plastic wrap around, screen cover fits snugly on the Visor, DX, and Platinum, (but not the
Prism), the flip cover will not come off!

The flip lid neatly snaps into place when you need to cover the screen, and opens
completely swinging to the back side when in use. (The double hinged lid is very similar
in design to the flip lid of the Palm M100 and FlipCover from Design Ovation.) Since the Smart
Cover completely wraps around the Visor, it “latches” to itself to
secure the lid when closed.

The packaging for the Smart Cover has a cardboard mock
Visor inside the unit and it gives the appearance that one could see what is on the screen
while the lid is closed. But no matter what font I set my Visor to, I was not able to read
the screen. The mock PDA is right up against the lid, while in reality, the Visor’s screen
is about 0.10 inches away from the lid when closed. This really isn’t a big deal since it
is very easy to open and close the lid. But I just wanted to mention it in case someone
thought that they would be able to see through it.

Overall, I like the Smart Cover. Although it has to be removed for
anything that requires access to the HotSync port or the expansion slot, it’s thin snug
design makes it attractive. It adds almost nothing to the weight and size of the Visor,
and folding the cover completely back makes it comfortable while in use.

Price:
$20 (US)

Pros:
Small and lightweight
Cover flips all the way around
Easy to remove

Cons:
HotSync port blocked
Can’t use Springboard modules that are oversized