Must have one of these - PalmOne Treo 600 - Tilted Forum Project Discussion Community

Blackthorn · 11-19-2004, 10:01 AM

I want one of these...I'm not sure why but I do! Can someone who has this please comment on it's value?

This update to the popular Treo 600 adds Bluetooth and a higher-resolution display. Other improvements include a removable battery, support for MS Exchange email, and a revamped keyboard. Like its predecessor, the 650 boasts full Palm OS PDA functionality, a QWERTY mini-keyboard, and an SDIO card slot.

eribrav · 11-20-2004, 01:54 PM

I'm looking into getting one of those myself. I'm surprised to see it coming from Verizon; up until now only sprint had announced support for the 650 model. I get my service from Verizon so this is what I've been waiting for.

I don't think anyone actually has the 650 yet. It's been announced and is expected to ship shortly. Maybe someone can tell us how they like their treo 600.

ratbastid · 11-21-2004, 12:30 PM

Pre-orders shipped last week. I've seen "unpacking" pictures on Engadget.

DDDDave · 11-22-2004, 09:27 AM

I love my T600.

If you are a Palm person, it is the bomb.

I bought mine because it is 1.) an excellent phone, 2.) a Palm organizer that syncs w/my laptop, 3.) internet access device (e-mail, stocks, weather, maps, TFP, etc.)

The camera is cool too. The resolution is not the greatest but I have posted several pictures here that I took with it.

I have no issues with the current display and really can't see the big deal with higher rez. Bluetooth? If you had a direct need for it it would be cool. Otherwise NBD.

The battery life is fine. (Without the screen on, it lasts for days), talk time - I'd guess 5-7 hours at least. I just plug mine into the charger at night and have never had an issue. A removable battery would be OK when the time comes to change but until then ???

There are several e-mail clients it supports. To be honest if you need a power e-mail machine you probably should have a BlackBerry. It is an e-mail machine first and a phone second (maybe third).

All in all I love mine. My service is thru T-Mobile and they have good coverage in my area. I have the $19.99/mo. umlimited internet access but I'm going to change that to 'pay by the K' cause I don't use it enough.

11-19-2004, 10:01 AM	#1 (permalink)
Blackthorn Beware the Mad Irish Location: Wish I was on the N17...	Must have one of these - PalmOne Treo 650 I want one of these...I'm not sure why but I do! Can someone who has this please comment on it's value? This update to the popular Treo 600 adds Bluetooth and a higher-resolution display. Other improvements include a removable battery, support for MS Exchange email, and a revamped keyboard. Like its predecessor, the 650 boasts full Palm OS PDA functionality, a QWERTY mini-keyboard, and an SDIO card slot. __________________ What are you willing to give up in order to get what you want? Last edited by kjroh; 11-19-2004 at 12:24 PM..

11-22-2004, 09:27 AM	#4 (permalink)
DDDDave Addict Location: Sarasota	I love my T600. If you are a Palm person, it is the bomb. I bought mine because it is 1.) an excellent phone, 2.) a Palm organizer that syncs w/my laptop, 3.) internet access device (e-mail, stocks, weather, maps, TFP, etc.) The camera is cool too. The resolution is not the greatest but I have posted several pictures here that I took with it. I have no issues with the current display and really can't see the big deal with higher rez. Bluetooth? If you had a direct need for it it would be cool. Otherwise NBD. The battery life is fine. (Without the screen on, it lasts for days), talk time - I'd guess 5-7 hours at least. I just plug mine into the charger at night and have never had an issue. A removable battery would be OK when the time comes to change but until then ??? There are several e-mail clients it supports. To be honest if you need a power e-mail machine you probably should have a BlackBerry. It is an e-mail machine first and a phone second (maybe third). All in all I love mine. My service is thru T-Mobile and they have good coverage in my area. I have the $19.99/mo. umlimited internet access but I'm going to change that to 'pay by the K' cause I don't use it enough. __________________ I am just a simple man trying to make my way in the universe... "Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined." - Thoreau "Nothing great was ever accomplished without enthusiasm" - Emerson

11-20-2004, 01:54 PM	#2 (permalink)
eribrav Junkie Location: upstate NY	I'm looking into getting one of those myself. I'm surprised to see it coming from Verizon; up until now only sprint had announced support for the 650 model. I get my service from Verizon so this is what I've been waiting for. I don't think anyone actually has the 650 yet. It's been announced and is expected to ship shortly. Maybe someone can tell us how they like their treo 600.

11-21-2004, 12:30 PM	#3 (permalink)
ratbastid Darth Papa Location: Yonder	Pre-orders shipped last week. I've seen "unpacking" pictures on Engadget.