Are you considering the purchase of a PDA? You're probably wondering which machine is the best buy, and
even whether or not you should buy a Pilot or something else like a Palm-size PC, or Psion.
You're probably also wondering whether or not you should just go ahead and purchase a laptop computer.
Well, stop searching aimlessly. We've been through this battle and have the information you need to
help you make your decision.
Decide Palm III, V, VII First...
The first decision you will make is which machine to buy. This decision will be largely based on what you want to do
with it once you get it. If you're looking to keep contacts, scheduling information, and to-do lists, the Palm IIIe is the way
to go. If you're looking to surf the web, send e-mail, etc., you ought to consider a Palm V or Palm VII. If you just need
wireless e-mail then look at the Palm VII but if you want true wireless capabilities look into the Palm V or Vx. There are
special wireless modems available for the Palm V that will allow you to get Internet access
wirelessly. Also, the Palm Vx has 8mb of memory while the Palm VII has only 2mb. Be sure to check out our hardware database
for specifications on the various devices.
Check Out the FAQ's
In order to help decide what kind of machine you want we've setup the Palm Boulevard Layman's Palm Pilot FAQ. This
document contains some of the most frequently asked questions about the Palm Pilot. There are other FAQ's out there
that are great as well. Here are the links:
Investigate Further...
If you're still having a hard time deciding which machine to buy, or whether it will suit your
needs we've got lots of information for you. Check out these links for more information on
Windows CE related items...
New or Used...
Although it's obviously better to buy a new machine, you can sometimes get a great deal on a used machine
that will do the trick for you. If you don't need all the bells and whistles of the latest and greatest
units, perhaps a used machine is the way to go. Are you wondering whether or not you really need one of these gadgets?
If so, it may be beneficial to look into
the purchase of a used machine so you can save a few bucks and still get a machine that works well. If it turns out that you
use it a lot you can always purchase a new machine later. A great place to start the hunt for a used machine
is the Classifieds Board. You find all kinds
of FOR SALE listings. You might also check out some of the online auction houses who sometimes have great deals.
The Purchase...
Once you've investigated all the options, there's one last step, purchasing the machine.
You'll need to decide whether you want to purchase your unit online, or at a local retailer. There
are definite advantages to both. Let's take them one at a time:
Purchasing Online
It's usually less expensive as online retailers don't have the overhead that local retailers have. Also, there is usually no
sales tax since you are most likely purchasing the unit outside of your home state (some states still require tax).
Another thing to remember is you can usually find units online that some local retailers do not carry.
Purchasing Offline
The most obvious advantage to purchasing your unit offline is that you can see it before you buy it. There is a lot to be
said for being able to handle the unit. Typing a few test documents is nice because you can get a feel for the keyboard's
responsiveness. You can also see how heavy the unit is and whether or not it can fit in your pocket, bag or briefcase.
The other thing about purchasing locally is that it's easier to exchange the unit if you happen to get a bad one. Most
of the larger retailers offer a 30 day money back guarantee, making exchanges a snap.
To help you along in your decision we've setup the Shopping Page with all the information and links you need
to take you online, or to a local retailer in your area.
Check Back Often...
Once you've purchased your machine you'll want to check back with us often as we're always updating and adding content to our
site. We'll bring you all the lastest software, reviews, discussion, news and more, giving you all
you need to know about your Palm Pilot. Here are a few key links to get you started:
Happy computing!
Are you considering the purchase of a PDA? You're probably wondering which machine is the best buy, and
even whether or not you should buy a Pilot or something else like a Palm-size PC, or Psion.
You're probably also wondering whether or not you should just go ahead and purchase a laptop computer.
Well, stop searching aimlessly. We've been through this battle and have the information you need to
help you make your decision.
