Manufacturer: Palm Model#: 8030.1U Weight: 2.70lbs Height: 4.30"     Width: 7.90" Length: 13.30" Average Rating: 4 out of 5 Stars	Retail Price: $229.99 Online Sale Price:
Features: Enhanced LCD screen for improved viewing at angles and in both dim and bright light 4 MB storage capacity Infrared transceiver Open expansion slot for possible add-on hardware and memory upgrade cards What's in the box: Palm IIIx, Stylus, 2 AAA batteries, HotSync cradle with serial cable, DB-25 adapter, Protective cover, Organizer and Desktop applications, Handbook

User Submitted PalmOne IIIx Handheld Reviews (cont...)

The new Vx is a good choice, lots of memory and the other advantages of the Palm V like a better screen, and rechargeable battery. But the darn thing is still overpriced. If money is no problem though, I'd probably go with the Vx.

The V is good too, but only 2 meg of memory...yuck! Now, 2 meg of memory is going to be enough for a lot of people. If all you want to do is the basic appointment/phone book/to-do stuff, 2 meg is more than you'll ever need. But that's it...you're stuck with 2 meg and can't upgrade (easily). If you are interested in using your Palm to do internet stuff, grab webpages with AvantGo, play games, read books, etc. you're going to find yourself a bit squeezed by 2 meg. You can still do quite a bit, but it's a bit more work to manage your space.

Now, for less money you can get the IIIx. You'll have twice as much memory, and the ability to upgrade. I personally put on the TRG xtra xtra pro board which gave me 4 meg more of RAM and 2 meg more Flash...it's like having an 11 meg Palm! Really great. Of course, I bought this before the Palm Vx came out, today it's not quite as good a deal to do.

One other reason I like the Palm IIIx is that I have a lot of add-ons that only work with it...the Palm Navigator (compass), the Weatherguide, Landware's GoVox voice recorder, etc. I don't believe these will fit a Palm V. Of course, it goes both ways....Palm's new 33.6 modem and the new wireless Omnisky modem only fit the Palm V.

I do believe the Palm V has a better screen, it doesn't seem to have the streaks that a lot of the Palm IIIx's have. And there's no doubt it has a certain "coolness" factor. Most of my friends at work went with the Palm V. But they are fairly impressed with the space and the accessories I have for my Palm IIIx.

Date: 2000-01-02
For a first purchase...this is the one
This was the first PDA I had ever purchased and I was unsure if the product would meet my needs. After reading all the reviews I decided to purchase the Palm IIIx...and I have to say that the product more than lives up to the reviews. It is easy to use and has more than enough features for the standard user. I wonder why it took me so long to purchase one after using my Palm IIIx. I would recommend this product to anyone.

Date: 1999-12-31
A great Organizer for Students
I bought Palm IIIx last semester. It was very helpfull for me. I was able to keep track of all my home works, and dead lines. This think actually pumped up my GPA! . If you are a student, just go for it. Its very easy to use, and has a lots of free applications and games in the internet. Even better this thing has a flash rom, which means the OS is upgradable(The upgrades are also FREE in the net), not only that you can also share information with other Palm III, V or VII Organizers through the IR transmitter. For this price you can't get any thing better.

Date: 1999-12-27
EXCELLENT PRODUCT
I was quite unsure after I order the Palm IIIX, but once I received it and learned to work it, I wondered to myself, how did I ever live without it. It's the most compact, efficient and dynamic product on the market. I am a college student and being organized is top priority and with the Palm IIIX, the days of paper organizers are things of the past. A MUST HAVE!

Date: 1999-12-25
Skip the V, Don't believe the hype - you want the IIIx
Okay, so it doesn't do everything, and it's not in a metal case - BUT - you can do email, addresses, schedule, and much more. This PDA can organize your life and add functionality to YOU. I love it! gives you newspapers, tv listings, maps and more. You need, want, desire the increased memory - trust me. If you want a functional PDA, and not a metal wrapped toy, you want the IIIx, or wait til feb for the III color.

As for the syncing issues, the new 3.3 Palm OS allowes for IR hotsync and improved email transfer. And let's talk about batteries - the IIIx will go for weeks - and you change the batteries when you like - the V doesn't meet the challenge.