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Logitech TypeAway Keyboard Ultra Slim Folding Kybrd for Palm Review

Logitech TypeAway Keyboard Ultra Slim Folding Kybrd for Palm 
Manufacturer: Logitech

Model#: 967208-04.03
Weight: .79lbs
Height: 0..2"
   Width: .11"
Length: "

Average Rating: 3 out of 5 Stars


Retail Price: $79.99
Online Sale Price:
Features:
  • Slim design unfolds into a full-size keyboard
  • Built-in cradle
  • No batteries or cable required
  • Shortcuts for instant access to applications
  • Compatible with the Palm m125, m130, m500, m505, m515, i705, Tungsten W and Tungsten T handhelds
TypeAway is an ultra slim, lightweight folding handheld keyboard. Its innovative design features a built-in cradle: no batteries or cable are required. The responsive and comfortable keys enable fast data entry and shortcuts give you instant access to your favorite applications.This keyboard is compatible with Palm m125, m500, m505, and m515 and i705 handhelds.

User Submitted Logitech TypeAway Keyboard Ultra Slim Folding Kybrd for Palm Reviews


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Date: 2005-12-25
Documents to Go Hotsync failure
I'm not very happy with this purchase, but that's what I get for trying to cheap out.
I had to download the 2.0 beta driver to get the keyboard to work with my T3. On the next HotSync, however, I would receive the fatal error "preferences.c,line:271,Prefdb open".
After searching the Palm support site and the DataViz support site, I found that it is a known incompatibility between the logitech driver and Documents To Go.
As the keyboard is discontinued, I doubt that logitech plans to fix the driver. I'm certain that DataViz doesn't plan to fix the incompatibility for the same reason.

Don't buy this if use Documents to Go.

Date: 2005-01-20
Disaster
I bought this keyboard for my Tungsten T2 that I had at the time and no matter what I did, it never worked. I have never had this problem with a keyboard before and I was rather disappointed.

Date: 2004-12-07
Good keyboard, especially for the price!
Okay, here's the thing. Logitech's OS 5 drivers apparently suck to the point that it's absurd that they can claim compatability. BUT, they're not the only game in town. This site has a driver that's works beautifully. I wish I'd known about it back when I had a G700. Just be sure to tell the driver the correct keyboard layout, otherwise some keys won't work right.

As for the keyboard itself, it's not the best layout in the universe. The backspace key not being in the upper right takes some getting used to, and certain symbols are in odd spots. Still, it's very usable. There's a BIG space in the middle of the keyboard where the hinge is, but oddly, it doesn't interfere with typing much. The keys to either side of it being oversized probably helps. I just have to train myself to hit the 'y' key with my right hand! The original Stowaway and the Targus universal wireless were probably a bit more comfortable to use. However, this one folds up to something about the size of a Stowaway XT, and costs a fraction of the others. With the new drivers that make it work at LEAST with the Tungsten T, and probably with other OS 5 models with the universal connector, I definitely recommend this keyboard. The price point can't be beat.

Date: 2004-01-06
Help me Anthony!!!
I also have a Zire 71, but I cannot, however hard I try, get the keyboard to work with it. The driver I have (beta V2 for Palm os5), screws up the hotsync whether on or off, but it doesn't make it work. If anyone can spread any light on the subject please email me at craig_16@msn.com or leave feedback on this page.
On the other had, the keyboard is the lightest, most comapct i have ever had. The metal case gives a secure feeling and when unfolded it is almost the same width as the letters section on a regular keyboard.
What I'm saying is, if I can get this keyboard to work, we will grow old together, but if I can't, it's going back.

Date: 2003-12-26
Also works with other models: Zire 71, etc
I have a Zire 71 (OS 5.2). This keyboard with the latest (last, as Logitech has announced that they are stopping development) driver works. It interferes with the predisplay of the camera image, but turning off the driver solves this problem. HotSyncing is a minor issue as well.

On the whole it's not perfect, but reasonable at the price.


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