The Newton is certainly an interesting platform, but it isn't pocket-sized (if I recall, it weighs about 1 pound). The palm weighs under 5 oz. I really appreciate the Newton and respect those who use it, but I cannot honestly recommend it to most of my clients. And for those clients who want more computer and are willing to deal with a more complicated software, I usually can best recommend the Zaurus - a Linux-based PDA with greater expansion options and more software (virtually all *nix applications can be used with a recompile). A few other comments: On Friday, May 30, 2003, at 08:21 PM, Alex wrote: > Palm??? you cant even write on a palm... well, you can, but it won't > know what you said. The Palm has text input through Graffiti, a somewhat modified technique for writing. Most people have no problem learning it in a matter of minutes. So whether you could say that "you can't even write on a palm.. you cant even write on a palm... well, you can, but it won't know what you said." is somewhat debatable. > And data backup? Yeah, I guess you can lose all your data on a palm This is why you Hotsync daily, although the risk is rather low of loosing data. Especially if you don't install tons of extensions. > > What about a Newton? It actually recognizes 98% of what you write, > and there's no risk of data loss, as it is flash ram based. Of note, the Zaurus also uses flash memory for everything and many Palms (including the m515 - a very nice model) accept Flash memory as secure digital/mmc cards. The Zaurus has support for handwriting but honestly, Graffiti is quite good for most people. > > Contrary to what Apple would like, the newton OS/hardware is still an > extremely useful and strong product. People have written OSX software > for data transfer (and iCal/Address Book syncing), and apple's > original SW works in classic with ethernet (appletalk). > Yes, the Newton is but syncing data isn't exactly like install Palm Desktop and press the button on the Palm. Not high ease of use at all. > If I found a palm on the street, I'd just walk right by it. > trash, imo > Well, if you can handle the size and added software stuff, go for it. And send me that Palm you find. I'll reimburse you for your time and shipping... :) Galen P. Zink Computer Consultant Mac Specialist - Clark County, WA (360) 687-9680 - main (360) 601-2198 - cell _________________________________________________ For information concerning the MUGLO List just click on http://muglo.on.ca/pages/members.html#Joinmuglo Don't forget to periodically check our web site at: http://muglo.on.ca/