12-12-2003, 01:30 PM
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12-12-2003, 02:41 PM
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Thinker
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 414
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This would put the 2215 close to the top or at the top of my list of desirable PPCs. I suppose it is picky, but there is just so little difference in the Tosh E7XX, Dell Axim X5s, and the 2215, that this would make the sale.
I would like to see this company make such lids for everyone.
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12-12-2003, 02:51 PM
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Sage
Join Date: Jul 2003
Posts: 713
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I hope someone gets hold of one of these and does a review. From the website I'm not sure how it attaches to the 2215. It looks as though it covers the back, too.
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12-12-2003, 03:17 PM
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Mystic
Join Date: Dec 2003
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It looks like it's a moulded plastic box with a hinged lid. The 2215 seems to be locked in place to stop it from falling out when the lid is open. It doesn't seem to add much additional size.
Interesting idea, would be great if they were to come up with them for other devices as well.
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12-12-2003, 03:32 PM
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Pupil
Join Date: Mar 2003
Posts: 47
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It's a start . . .
toward making covers that don't add a lot of bulk or thickness to the PDA. I used a PocketSolutions aluminum flip cover on my e335 (God rest its soul) and just loved it. Although it did not add any real "protection" to the unit if dropped it did protect the screen very well. It also made it easy to put the PDA in my shirt or pants pocket without a lot of extra bulk.
Looking at the JavoEdge Clear Flip Cover I think they are working in the right direction but haven't go it totally right.
First off its is plastic. It looks "cheap" and undoubtedly will not provide any more protection to the unit as my PocketSolutions flip cover did.
Second, if dropped it will probably end up cracked or broken and with that up into smoke goes the $24 purchase price.
Third, it looks like it could be very slippery if handled with sweaty hands (for those of us who use the PDA in the gym). Not good in my opinion.
Fourth, I wonder about sync my IPAQ. Can I just put the PDA in the cradle with the Flip Cover attached? That was one very nice feature of the PocketSolutions cover and now the Sena case I purchased for the IPAQ.
I think that the real answer is to somehow make the unit out of aluminum ala Innopocket's aluminum case only with a flip lid rather than a book style opening. Also I see a need to be able to just drop the unit, case and all into the cradle for syncing. This feature will help avoid the dreaded problem of 2215 side grips working loose.
Just my two cents worth. I agree that for those who want the Jornada type cover this is what you want. But for me I will stick to my Sena flip case which by the way doesn't all a great deal of bulk to my PDA.
I hope someone will get ahold of one of these covers and give it a through test and post the review.
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12-12-2003, 03:47 PM
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Thoughts Media Review Team
Join Date: May 2002
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Sorry but as one of those Jornada refuguees I have to say that this is just too ugly for me! What I want is something totally intergrated. The aluminum flip covers are much closer to my ideal if only they didn't need velcro to attach to the device - I know never happy am I!
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12-12-2003, 04:29 PM
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Ponderer
Join Date: Dec 2002
Posts: 113
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there is just so little difference in the Tosh E7XX, Dell Axim X5s, and the 2215, that this would make the sale.
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This is a side note, but there is a HUGE difference b/w the toshiba e740 (I hear better things about the e75X series) and the other devices. Lots of bugs, no support, and no upgrade to new OS. I have an e740 and know from experience. :cry:
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12-12-2003, 04:31 PM
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Sage
Join Date: Aug 2006
Posts: 761
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Well, we ordered two of them. Can't wait to try them out. 
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12-12-2003, 04:58 PM
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Pontificator
Join Date: Jul 2003
Posts: 1,466
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Eh...as a flip cover fan, this is NOT the solution I want. I prefer integrated flip covers, not after-market accessories. And I wouldn't so much as touch this thing because all that clear plastic will show dust, pocket lint, and fingerprints like crazy. :roll:
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12-12-2003, 04:59 PM
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Sage
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 784
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Yeah looks more like a flip case...not a flip cover... :? Oh well I guess I can still dream about a flip cover for my 4100... :zzz:
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