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Summary: 3 Flaws in Phone Functionality
Review: As a PDA this device is great, but the phone has three major functionality issues that need to be resolved. I'm writing this in the hope that Palm will read it and make the necessary software changes.1. 3-Way Calling. When the second call of a 3-way is initiated, there is no way to end this call selectively - i.e. you have to hang up on both callers in order to end the second call. This situation will come up very commonly if for example you realize that you needed to call a different second number than the one originally dialed. With a normal cell phone there is a red hang up button that allows you to end the second call without ending both calls. On this phone there is no such functionality. The only hang up button is a "Hang Up All" button that kills both calls. I have found this to be extremely frustrating. 2. Call Waiting. This problem is essentially an extension of the one I just described. If a second call comes in, and you choose to answer it, there is no hang up button to selectively end one of the calls. If for example you want to end the second call, and go back to the first call, you will find yourself unable to get rid of the second call. If you use the "Hang Up All" button, you will end both calls. If you simply say goodbye to one of the other callers without hanging up, the phone keeps one line open on hold, and double air time is accessed during the duration of the remaining call. 3. Voice Mail Notification. Most business users are accustomed to getting an aural alert when there is new voice mail, and this aural alert can be set up to continue at some interval of time (say every 2 minutes) until a button on the phone is pressed to acknowledge that you know there is voice mail waiting. This phone has no such functionality. It lets you select any ring tone and volume for the voice mail alert, but there is no option to have it repeat itself until it is acknowledged. If you happen to be away from the phone when the first alert is made, you will never hear an aural alert. This is not a major problem for many users, but it is a big problem for people using the phone for an occupation that requires them to be on call, and they can't afford to miss a voice mail.
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Summary: Amazing
Review: Like so many other users of PDA's I consider myself an expert. Afterall I've had 5 palms and the last 2 were Palm VIIx and the i705. I thought those were pretty damn amazing. But the TREO 600 is just the best "toy" I have ever had. Yes there are isolated aspects to it that could be better: a screen with better resolution or the camera but those are so so inconsequential to what a real person using the Treo as a mobile office values. You can do all your inputing with ONE hand. How cool is that. It's in color and it's bright and oh so readable. It's so much faster than the i705 that I don't know how I waited so long before. Ergonomically it is the best. I can take it to sleep with me it's so cozy and smooth. If I need to to research I can access the NY Times or High Times - it's all there. I miss grafiti but not that much anymore since I have mastered the tiny keyboard (and I have fat fingers). It does so much I still am learning about it. ANd for the most part the learning is intuitive. I have not opened the manual yet! SO if you read a review with complaints understand that these people have nothing better to do than find fault in a revolutionary product that makes work a simple and elegant pleasure.
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Summary: Great Device - Price Prohibitive
Review: Being forced to get another new PDA (see my Tungsten T review), I opted to combine phone w/PDA. There were a few options for me - but I went w/the Treo 600 since it seemed easier to operate PDA functions separately from the phone when needed. The 600 is about the same size the Tungsten. A little thick, but manageable. After getting used to how the functionality works, I love this machine. I'm sure had I read the instructions, it would have been easier to acclimate myself to the Treo (but hey, I'm a guy). I have used the stylus about 0.003% of the time. The directional key is much handier than in the Tungsten and you can easily operate one handed. Navigating from one program to the next is super easy. I love how you can dial anyone in your contacts list FROM your contacts list. I thought the keyboard would be too small for my thumbs - and it's close, but after you get a rhythm down, there have been no issues. Phone reception is good and I seem to get calls in places they were dropped before. I like using the speaker phone when driving - very handy. There are cons: the weight of the device. Almost too heavy to clip onto your belt - like you would a phone. But it's almost too smooth to carry around (I'm afraid of dropping it). I did get a carrying case - but it's so-so. The camera is a waste. The resolution sucks beyond belief - they could have done w/out it and cut $50 off the price. I'll never use it. And though I never used the Bluetooth functionality in the Tungsten, Wi-Fi would have been nice on this. Supposedly a Wi-Fi card is coming out - but other reports say 'no'. I am a little peeved at not being able to use the old Palm version of Documents to Go - and it's not included on the software, but available for an additional price. Voice activated dialing is missing too. Overall, a great purchase. I'm very happy w/it.
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Summary: frustration with the Treo 600
Review: The phone is cool, but wait until they get more of the kinks out. I love the capability of the Treo 600 (although the camera is so crappy it's a waste of weight.) However, the treo 600 got initially had a defective battery and so wouldn't hold a charge. The replacement treo was great but after a week the speaker stopped working so the phone only worked in speakerphone mode. The customer support was easy to navigate and fast to send a replacement treo. The only problem is the speaker of the replacement treo (my third at this point) doesn't work at all --in or out of speakerphone mode. Now the customer support folks are just frustrating and unable to escalate my case to make sure I get a working Treo. Furthermore, they have no way to credit the monthly fee I'm paying for cell phone service and can't really use (unless I want to make all my calls in speakerphone mode.)
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Summary: Wait for Treo 610
Review: I just received my Treo 600 last week.It is almost a perfect system. The capabilities are fantastic. Email from my PC using the Sprint personal edition software was easy to set up. The phone is clear and the speaker phone is acceptable. Only 2 major improvements are needed.The screen resolution is too low. Useable yes, but can be improved. There is no Bluetooth which is ideal for wireless headsets and connectivity. However, effective Mar 1, Treo announces the next model, the Treo 610. It has a high res screen and Bluetooth. My advice, order the 610 even if the difference is $200. This phone is as essential as my laptop and worth the additional cost to make up for the improvements.
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Summary: Sprint is the Devil!
Review: Phone is Amazing. It has made my life 2500% more efficient. I don't even mind the low rez camera or screen. The functionality and interface are GENIUS. I've dropped it a couple times and its still going strong. The only con I have is SPRINT! Sprint encompasses all that is unholy. So many hidden charges, you really have to stay on top of them or they will rape you with a smile(lube is a $5.00 hidden charge). The average wait to talk to someone at sprint is around 15 minutes. And what ever you do, DON'T USE DIRECTORY ASSISTANCE!!!! It's 1.25 everytime you use it (racks up BIG TIME). Last time i used it, they gave me a number to a fax machine and my left eardrum exploded. I heard the AT&T version isn't much better. If at all possible, go on e-bay and get an unlocked phone. PEACE!
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Summary: good and bad
Review: I have really enjoyed my Treo 600 on the whole. 10 days ago my speaker failed and I must wait 2 weeks to get a replacement from Handspring. I offered to pay extra since my unit is under warranty, but it was not allowed. I can't hear on the phone, unless I use the hands free headset which I hate. They promised a replacement in one week, but it is now 10 days. I am not very happy. The device is good, but service is less than desirable. I will NOT buy another Handspring due to this.
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Summary: The Smartest Kid in the Class
Review: The Handspring Treo 600 is the answer to many of my every day problems. As a full time college student with a job and internship, I needed a device that would help me stay on top of an inordinate amount of tasks. Initially, I purchased a dedicated PDA. My pockets were packed with a set of keys, a separate cell phone, my wallet, and a PDA. I felt both uncomfortable and a little silly with my pockets packed to the brim. My more long term need was expandability. Being that I am graduating soon to the corporate world, I wanted the ability to stay up to date with technology. The SDIO slot satisfies this need by enabling the device to facilitate a myriad of technologies, including Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. After using the device, here's my appraisal of the Treo 600: What's Hot: The Phone: The is comprable to that of a dedicated cell phone. There is an abundance of phone features that are simple to use. The clarity and reception are very good. The PDA: Let's face it: it's a Palm. It is intuitive and easy to use. The various features don't require the manual. There is a seemingly endless amount of great apps available for the Palm OS. Apps, Apps, and more Apps. (Handango.com) The Features: There are great features like speakerphone, polyphonic ring tones, and picture caller ID. The web is much faster than I thought it would be. Using the navigation button makes using the PDA and all its feature very easy. With the addition of SMS the Treo ensures you can stay connected through several avenues. Upgradable: The SDIO slot allows for various add-on accessories. The latest version of the Palm OS ensures the latest applications will be available for your Treo.(Palm OS 6 is in the works, but won't be out for a long while, late 2004) The QWERTY keyboard is great. No more pressing buttons a dozen times to spell out a simple word (makes "predictive" text look like a bad joke). Email, messaging, and recording tasks, appointments, and notes is a snap. The Looks. The phone is very sleek. I have gotten quite a few oohs and awes. What's Not: The Display: It's not bad, but it's not top of the line. When using the camera indoors, the screen is disappointing. It does look good when using the internet and other apps. It is also pleasantly bright. The Camera: The camera is a cool feature, but it has limitations. Forget about taking a decent picture indoors. Outside does look fine, though (in bright light). The pics look better when transferred to the desktop. There are, however, several great features that integrate the use of the camera. BOTTOM LINE: This is THE BEST smartphone out there. The Treo 600 has it all for today's world, and the world to come. Go SJSU Spartans! COB!
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Summary: Multi-Tasking Treo 600
Review: I've been using the Treo 600 for a couple of months now and do enjoy its multiple personalities. As a PDA, the bright screen overcomes its somewhat narrow format, and all of the functions seem to be well-integrated.
As a phone, the Treo 600 works as well as my previous model and I prefer the mini-brick format to a folding phone. Voice quality seems good, and adjusting the volume can be done one-handed.
The expansion slot is wonderful for add-on cards. The built-in camera is not ready for prime time and could've been eliminated.
More valuable might have been a voice memo feature, although you can call yourself and leave a voice mail.
I've found a clip-on belt holster for the Treo that works well, but would've been more secure with a loop instead of a clip.
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Summary: A much awaited PDA phone but still, it could be better
Review: Basically, there is not much of a complain but a joy to welcome the new Treo 600 into the family of PDA phone at present. It is just the right size. The physical keys/buttons are user friendly and can be managed single handedly. It operates on the latest Palm OS ie. the 5.2 version.The memory is expandable with a SD card. That's really great ! Everything else is just like operating a normal Palm PDA. The set back are the low color resolution which in fact does not support some high color resolution games and it also affects the clarity and color resolution of the in-built camera. Also, why didn't they include bluetooth ? The phone ringing tones are just too soft even though maximum volumn has been set. Many a times, I have missed my calls simply because I didn't hear the ringing tones. And I can't stand the antenna sticking out. It is quite annoying. I realise the latest XDA II O2 doesn't come with a sticking out antenna. The material used for the body casing is also rather slipery and at times, I have nearly drop it, phew !Like I said, it can be further improved and I hope the manufacturer or designer will look seriously into these short comings in the future and then, I am quite sure, the next generation of Treo PDA phone would be a world class design long awaited for.
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