Magnetic clip interference

[mobile v]

I was just wondering, won't the magnet on the clip for the case cause any interference or data loss? I understand that it isn't that strong but that's why I'm just a bit curious.

[ADBrown]

Not for the Pocket PC. Most devices have entirely solid-state storage, with no moving parts--in other words, no hard drives. Since there's no magnetic data storage, then there's no danger from a magnet under most circumstances.

There are a few exceptions, of course. If you have a CompactFlash Microdrive (hard drive in a CF size and shape) then you might have problems if you got the magnet too close. Also, if you have a case with magnets in the cover, you shouldn't put credit cards or other cards with a magnetic stripe in pockets in the case, as it could damage their information.

[mobile v]

Ok, that makes sense!

[Brad Adrian]

I've been using various cases and eVests since 2000 and haven't had any problems with them at all.

[newst]

A cautionary tale. I had an Ipaq HX4700 trashed when the PDA bezel became magnetized via the magnetic clasp. I avoid them now JIC.