Palm Mini Keyboard for m500 Series Released
Palm has introduced a version of its Mini Keyboard for the m500 series. It is basically the same as the one for the i705 except for the slight changes necessary for it to fit the m500 series. It is a small keyboard that is intended to be typed on with the thumbs and it uses the QWERTY key layout. It is available now for $60.
It attaches to the bottom of the handheld and connects to the HotSync port, from which it draws its power. Though both the m500 series and the i705 use Palm's Universal Connector, the Mini Keyboard wraps around the entire bottom of the handheld, which is why different versions are required.
The Mini Keyboard covers the Graffiti area and the hardware buttons, though it has built-in replacements for the buttons. It comes with a small carrying bag.
This is not the first clip-on keyboard for the m500 series. For example, TT Tech Limited makes a version of the SnapNType mini-keyboard for it that sells for $40. Seiko Instruments also makes one that is available for $40.
Thanks to Thomas Silk for the tip. -Ed
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RE: Any reviews
The 44-key Palm Mini Keyboard ($59.99) is one of the best thumb-style keyboards I've tested. At 1.4 ounces, it's 25% lighter than most others (with the exception of the 1.3 ounce Targus ThumbPad) and at the same time it has the best feel and response. The keys are neither too big nor too small, too hard nor too soft. And the keys are arranged nicely for easy use.
www.brighthand.com/newsite/palm/reviews/palmi705_page2.html
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The i705 board feels cheap
RE: The i705 board feels cheap
The FITALY stamp for my Vx works great - no need for add-on keyboards.
RE: The i705 board feels cheap
If thumb typing is all that matters, Treo should be the one.
$60 US? Yup, Palm is dead.
RE: $60 US? Yup, Palm is dead.
RE: $60 US? Yup, Palm is dead.
If you love/like the Palm OS (which I think would explain you presence at Palm Infocenter) then isn't it more sensible to be more constructive in your expression about Palm's future.
BTW, as far as the pricing for this thing goes. If Palm can't sell the things at $60 than they will cut the price as the market requires. Last time I checked not only was Palm in the business to make as much money was possible but capitalism demands that they do so or die (from this perspective you should be cheering the price).
RE: $60 US? Yup, Palm is dead.
Oh Palm...
Graffiti is on it's way out
RE: Graffiti is on it's way out
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RE: Graffiti is on it's way out
www.palminfocenter.com/view_story.asp?ID=3298
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Mini Keyboard vs Snape'N Type
and which one is more compact and easier to carry?
Im planning to buy one of those
please advice
RE: Mini Keyboard vs Snape'N Type
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