Sony CLIE® PEG-S300

Pros: real backlight, expansion slot, photos in Address application
Cons: only USB, Mac support only through third party, buttons hard to use

Last fall Sony finally released its long awaited Palm OS device. I had heard rumors about its feature set for some time, and even knew someone who works at Sony who had given me some idea of what to expect from the unit. Still, nothing compares to seeing...

Pros: Memory Expansion Ability, Jog Dial, Small Size
Cons: No Color, No State of the Art Improvements

I’ve waited months in anticipation of this new SONY which has been named the CLIE. It is pronounced Clee-ay and is an acronym for:

>>>Communication
>>>Link
>>>Information
>>>Entertainment
...

Pros: Small Size, Rechargeable battery, reliability
Cons: marginal audio capability, slow hot sync for usb connection

As a pharmacist in an entry-level management position I find myself running to meetings, providing staff coverage and managing my responsible areas. One of the challenges to be dealt with daily is remembering when and where I am supposed to be at any...

Pros: Great look and style, the size is perfect, great programs and features
Cons: Monochrome, that's about it, took my a while to find the backlight

With all the new Pda's (personal data assistant) coming out I was not sure which brand to go with. The Handsprings and Visor are very popular, but I was not impressed with the size and portablity of them. So I was looking for something that would have...

Pros: Durable; sleek; expandable; includes MemoryStick, JogDial, nice stylus & case, Li-Ion battery.
Cons: Few peripherals currently available, require 3rd-party software to use Clie to fullest extent

The first part of this opinion is a story, and the second part chronicles my quest to find the perfect bargain PDA. If you simply need to know the hard facts regarding this Palm device, please skip to the third section.

Part 1...

Pros: Small, OS 3.5, Jog Dial
Cons: Can't run apps off memory stick, small screen, ugly

The Sony Clie sounds great... memory Stick support, Jog Wheel capability. However, the clie is an inferior PDA that is not worth its price. Priced at $350 the Clie is meant to rival the super Palm Vx. Both are slim and metallic. Sure, Sony has added...

Pros: Uses Palm OS, backlit screen, price
Cons: 8MB memory stick only for data storage, can't run apps from it.

BACKGROUND:
I’ve owned my Palm Pilot V for over a year now. I’ve found it to be great tool to keep me organized. All my contact numbers, notes and calendar/appointments in one small package – plus the alarm makes sure I don’t arrive late for...

Pros: Size, JogDial, Speed, Great Backlight, A PDA Well Ahead of it's Time
Cons: Windows XP Sync, So-so Grafitti Recognition, Bad Implementation of Memory Stick

Intro
The Sony CLIE PEG-S300 was Sony's first venture into the PDA Market. Dubbed a "Personal Entertainment Organizer," the CLIE was the first PalmOS-based PDA to offer a JogDial, used to scroll through screens and select items quickly. It...

Pros: Many useable features. Memory slot. Easy to use.
Cons: No audio capabilities. Doesn't feel very sturdy.

The PDA is one of the hottest selling items these days so its no wonder Sony would want to cash in on the concept. I don’t know about Sony’s latest offering. Maybe I just expected too much or maybe I’m just a little naive about the PDA but I was a bit...

Pros: Doesn't mess up your modem, easy to Sync up with your computer
Cons: I have no basis to compare it to other PDAs

With all of the problems that seem to be associated with connecting Palm Pilots to PCs, I was dreading the release of the Clie (YES, I work Tech Support for Sony PCs). It seems that every time a Palm Pilot is connected to a Sony PC (and I am guessing...

Pros: Slim, sleek design, jog dial, battery life
Cons: Possible cradle defects

The Sony Clie is my first new PDA since my Palm Pilot Professional purchased in 1997. In almost all respects, I am satisfied with the design and performance of this product.

A number of Epinions have expressed dismay at the smaller screen...

Pros: Large memory Expansion Fast Processor Powerful jogger navigation dial Small Size
Cons: Software package although nice, lacks some functionality software for the jogger and memory stick.

Features:

Memory stick: Comes with 8MB, allows for memory expansion up to 64MB. Plus with third Party Programs such as PowerRun any applications can be transparently stored there and will launch from shortcuts just like your normal programs....

Pros: USB! Jog Dial! Memory Card! Small size! Competition for Palm Vx
Cons: Still unsure about add-ons.

I was not at all looking forward to the Clie coming out. From what I read, all Sony planned on adding was a their stupid, proprietary memory card that no other company is using. Big deal. I was wrong. It is cool should be considered when buying a...

Pros: memory stick, USB cradle, 8MB memory
Cons: sync with Mac, not attractive, memory stick expensive

I bought the Sony Clie after my Palm III retired. I have enjoyed using a Palm OS pda and wanted to replace it with another. I considered the Palm V/Vx and the Clie, but thought that the Clie would work better as I just purchased a Sony Vaio. The biggest...

Pros: Small, Sleek, Powerful
Cons: Small Screen, Price

The Sony CLIE

What it is...

You probably know the Sony CLIE is Sony's new PDA as they slowly enter a fast growing market with plenty of room for growth. Utilizing the native Palm OS 3.5 was a smart idea as there is an...