PyroPro for Palm V Adds MP3 Playback, 256 MB Storage
PocketPyro, Inc. is about to release the PyroPro for Palm V, which adds up to 24 hours of digital audio and extra memory for file storage and backups. It offers 256 MB of flash memory, CD quality stereo headphone output, and a digital voice recorder. It will sell for $400 and be available the week of August 26.
The PyroPlayer app displays song titles and artist via ID3 tag support, a song progress bar allowing users to change locations in the song, a scrolling display of next tracks, a volume slide bar, along with standard CD player buttons. There are also has shuffle and repeat playback options. It supports MP3, WMA, and AAC audio encoding.
Skins can be used to change the screen layout. Additional selectable screens display a full playlist and a graphic equalizer with presets and manual adjustments capabilities. While the PyroPro Player is running, the Palm can run other applications, or be powered off.
The PyroPro uses its own 2 AA batteries, which can play continuously for up to 24 hours. It can even charge the Palm from its batteries.
The PyroPro cable connects to the PC via the USB port or Serial port to allow both HotSyncing and data transfers to the PyroPro at the same time with one cable without needing of the cradle. It functions as a removable solid-state hard drive under Windows 98, Windows ME, and Windows 2000 with a 3 second per megabyte data transfer rate.
It has an internal microphone that allows the user to record audio in a *.wav format. These files can be played back on the PyroPro and transferred to the PC.
It comes with software that allows the user to backup and restore data and application files from the Palm, as well as simplifying file transfer between the PyroPro and Palm.
At $400 some would instead suggest buying a Sony PEG-N710C which also offers MP3 playback and only costs $100 more. However, in order to get the same 256 MB of additional storage capacity, roughly $300 worth of Memory Sticks would have to be added into to calculation.
Though it isn't mentioned on their website, hopefully they are developing a Palm Universal Connector version.
Thanks to Greg Gaub for the tip. -Ed
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RE: you got to be kidding!
RE: you got to be kidding!
No Kidding Here
The PyroPro ain't cheap but neither is flash memory. I think it has enough features over a stand alone MP3 player that it will succeed, especially if they make an m500 model.
RE: you got to be kidding!
It's more than just an mp3 player:
1) it's a high capacity external storage device. 256megs!
2) it's a replacement USB cradle for the PalmV
3) it's an emergency charger for the PalmV
4) It's a digital voice recorder
5) It's portable backup/restore for the PalmV
6) it's a portable storage device for windows computers
7) AND it's a kick ass mp3 player that can play multiple kinds of encoded audio, not just different mp3 codecs.
Show me anything like that for under $400.
-Greg
RE: you got to be kidding!
RE: you got to be kidding!
Hell, for $200, you could buy yourself a CD-R unit, a Mp3-playing portable CD player (Such as the Memorex MPD8505cp - $80 @ Target), and have enough cash left over for twenty blanks.
Some of the other functions are neat, but it's not worth the money IMO.
RE: Are You Sure?
Where?
RE: you got to be kidding!
Plus, this is for people who already own a Vx.
RE: you got to be kidding!
http://palminfocenter.com/view_Story.asp?ID=2203
Another fine idea, priced for the techno geek crowd, who, it is assumed, will pay anything for the latest gadget. Well I sure as heck won't, despite how much I would like good audio playback on my Palm. Fuggeddaboudit!
RE: you got to be kidding!
Clie 710c - $419.00 Egghead.com
128 MB Memory Stick - $107.95 www.erwincomp.com
$634.90 + shipping - $655.00 total.
RE: you got to be kidding!
$200.00 + $400.00 = $600.00
For $40.00-50.00 dollars more, wouldnt you rather have the Clie package the I mentioned above??
RE: you got to be kidding!
Peace Out
Alan
RE: you got to be kidding!
Plus, the productivity value is not factored in.
RE: you got to be kidding!
Unfortunately, most non Clie users do not know this.
But, the 610 and 710 DO have removable hard drive feature! On the 710 the ONLY way to put mp3 onto the memory stick is using this method, and the 610, it's just a nice feature sony left.
What the Clie does is this. Put the clie in the cradle, run the special software and beep beep, a "removable drive" appears in "my computer" on your windows computer. You can then click it and treat the memory stick as a floppy drive with usb speeds. copy your mp3s in there, your palm apps, other files etc. backup your memory stick to the PC etc. So yes it can do this :)
RE: you got to be kidding!
This is for the people who already own a Palm V ...I don't think it's an effort from Pal to GET people to buy the V....right?
Stop trying to find the lowest prices for everything....We already have net pages doing that...ok?
It's a good idea from Palm, just a tad expensive.
-Mats
RE: you got to be kidding!
They're trying to gouge us.
PocketPornoPyro can ride 400 bucks straight to COLON LAND before I'll cough up 4 bills, I'll buy a new .mp3 player alone first.
Freakin Ridiculous, and a shame. www.pocketpyro.com should be ashamed !!!!
RE: you got to be kidding!
Except for the price, it's great.
Couldn't agree more.
You know, I'd be happy with a 128 MB version that cost less, to be able to carry an MP3 player on my Palm, and have that MP3 player also provide me with a USB syncing option, emergency re-charge, and the expansion-media version of Backup Buddy. I wouldn't even have to trade out my V for a Vx, given the extra memory.
Overkill
Great for travelling!
RE: Great for travelling!
RE: Great for travelling!
RE: you got to be kidding!
RE: RE: you got to be kidding!
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Clié PEG-N710c rules all the way!
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Yes, $400 is a lot of money, but like I said, this device is a LOT of stuff, and if well made and designed, is worth the money. Just because many people can't afford it, or think it's too expensive doesn't mean it's not worth it. Like everyone else, if this baby came down in price by $100+, I'd put it on my wish list (the one that only gets bigger ;-).
No, I don't work for PocketPyro. But I have been waiting for their PalmV device for a while. I just never expected it to have this feature set and corresponding price. Oh well.
-Greg
No m505 support?
PocketPyro Store
By the way, it is way much more than just an MP3 player, but it is for serious users.
RE: PocketPyro Store
RE: PocketPyro Store
That is Crazy
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you got to be kidding!
Honestly, music playing capability is not in my list. I only want a add-on for my Palm Vx and it can accept memory card. Guess that no one is developig this kind of device...