Innopocket Metal Deluxe Case for the Palm m100 Series Review

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Product Requirements:
Device:
Palm m100 series PDA
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Not everyone needs the protection that an aluminum case can offer. But for
those that want it, it can be had and for a reasonable price. The
Innopocket
Metal Deluxe
Case
for the Palm m100 series is one of the best designs I have ever seen
for an aluminum case. What makes it so special?

First, there is the fact that the Innopocket hugs the curves
of the Palm m100. It is not a figure-hiding metal box, and it doesnโ€™t add
unsightly bulk to an otherwise small PDA.

Adding only 1.8 oz (52g), it actually enhances the feel of the m100 in my
opinion. The exterior is what I would best describe as a black "powder-coat,"
and it doesnโ€™t feel as slippery as a smoother metal case might.

There are perfectly aligned cut-outs for the stylus and Infrared port. This
is where I should state the one and only con that I found: if one has an m100
model that accepts SD/MMC memory expansion cards, then the PDA will have to be
removed from the Innopocket for insertion or extraction of the card. I can live
with that, but I know that there may be those that canโ€™t.

The entire interior is lined in shock-absorbing neoprene that not only
cushions the Palm while it is ensconced in the case, but also helps to
protect the PDA in the event of a fall.

What sets this case apart even further from the competition
is the fact that the metal flip-cover opens to the top, instead of to
the right or left, when you push the two silver buttons on either side of
the PDAโ€™s screen.

I really wish Innopocket, or another PDA case manufacturer, would make an
aluminum case for other PDAs that also opens in this manner. I definitely
prefer it!

The flip-lid will open and lie flat, just as you see in this picture.
While it does not open all the way backward, to lie flush with the PDAโ€™s
rear, I didnโ€™t find that the lid got in my way at all with the exception of
when beaming to another Palm. In this situation, I found it easiest to
simply prop the lid up in a 90หš angle
with my hand.

The Innopocket fits the m100 series very well, looks sharp,
and offers excellent protection. I am also pleased with the conservative
price.

If you desire the looks and protection of a aluminum case, then I
highly recommend this one in particular.

Price: $29.90

Pros:

Intelligent design
Neoprene lined
Slim and light form factor

Cons:

Canโ€™t access memory card slots while PDA is in case

 

Product Information

Price:29.9
Manufacturer:Innopocket
Pros:
  • Intelligent design
  • Neoprene lined
  • Slim and light form factor
Cons:
  • Can't access memory card slots while PDA is in case

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  2. Waiting to see if you two will review this! I have a Toshiba e740 that is b0rked, and I am looking at a new PDA (gadget). I have an iPod to tide me over as a retreival device, but down the road:

    * Toshiba e805. Pocket PC with VGA screen! Also has WiFi and dual slots.
    * HP h4350. Pocket PC with WiFi, just SD, but a keyboard.
    * Treo 600. Palm OS (not preferred), solid phone, keyboard (albeit small).

    I use a Mac, so Palm is easier, but I prefer Pocket PC. The Treo appeals since it’s a convergence unit, but that keyboard is small, and no WiFi.

    The Pocket PCs appeal as well, but not out yet.

    I also want a manbag that looks nice. ๐Ÿ™‚ I use an Eddie Bauer bag now, and it’s beat to heck. My wife things I ought to buy this Prada bag she keeps seeing in Saks, but $500 is too rich for me!

  3. Hehe – come on, I am a gadget freak! ๐Ÿ˜‰

    I ask as my Toshiba has reached the point of aggravation. Hard resets in the middle of meetings is not good. Anyway, I plan on going to Best Buy today to mess with the Treo demo again, and also to see if they have Hitachi G1000.

    Good thing I bought that Best Buy warranty!

  4. Hey! I’m going back and forth on whether or not I want to spring for a Treo 600 as well. I drool over that thing but I just bought my Nokia 3650 back in May. I hate carrying around a Palm and a phone though… :rolleyes:

    Can’t WAIT to see the review. The thing looks so amazing. Maybe I should just buy one (I have an old 180 lying around so I can get it for $399) and see if I like it enough to keep it… or return it.

  5. Which carrier is it available for? And, does it do AMPS?

    I’m kind of in the marekt for a new carrier, even though I still have a year to go with my current contract. The hard part is finding out how the coverage really is.

    The Dreamer.

  6. Friday! I think I may go out and get the Treo (Best Buy warranty) tomorrow, in any case. ๐Ÿ™‚

    Oh, and the Tapwave Zodiac – looks great as a PDA, and throw in the gaming functionality…. ๐Ÿ™‚ Just need to see if it syncs with the Mac, even without official Tapwave support.

  7. I am wrapping up the review right now. You know how many pictures and screen shots we always do. :p I should have it posted in another couple hours, max.

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