Customer Reviews

LandWare GoVox Digital Voice Recorder for Palm III

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2 star:		(3)
1 star:		(2)

 

 

I loved the idea of this thing, since sometimes I don't record notes in my Palm if the circumstances prevent me from opening it, turning it on, switching apps and writing them down. Unfortunately, they didn't quite get it right; I was prepared for it to be a bit thicker than the OEM cover, but the molding was badly designed so it was hard to open and close, and didn't even close fully. That might have been dealable, but the buttons are raised, and on the outside, which is convenient for using it but means any pressure on the front, even through the heavy neoprene case I bought, randomly presses the buttons and messes up your stored messages. I lost a few before I figured out what was going on. So, two stars for the idea, but I'd really, really like to see a version with the buttons on the *inside*, lockable, or somehow protected, and a better-molded case.

I agree completely with the previous reviewer. I love the ideaof voice recording quick memos and ideas instead of writing them down,and I think this function is sorely lacking on the Palm III. This attachment adds surprisingly little bulk to my Palm III. BUT, the exposed buttons are activated when it's inside my briefcase pocket (there is no off switch to prevent accidental operation), the fit is too tight and it does not completely close. I also think the speaker volume is a bit too loud and there is no volume control. As much as I'd like to have voice recorder capability, this product just isn't there yet. I'm hopeful Landware (or someone) can improve on this great idea.

This product is an excellent concept. Now make it work! The ability to quickly record a message is great, but the molding is shoddy, and it doesnt close fully. The buttons are also rased, and some of my messages were deleted accidentally in my pocket as a result. So, do yourself a favor, and wait till they come out with somthing better b4 you buy it!

I found this unit to work well. Since I always have my Palm with me, I now have a voice recorder with me as well. I have not had any of the problems the other reviewers have mentioned. I like mine and find it very useful. It is especially handy when driving and you remember an important action item. Record it before you forget it and then enter it in your Palm at your next stop.

Adding this cover/voice recorder is the best addition that I've made to my Palm Pilot. Now instead of carrying 2 devices, one for voice recording and the other being my Palm Pilot, I carry only one that handles both functions. The Palm can now be used for recording directions or phone numbers when I am on the phone in the car by simply repeating them as they are relayed to me. Also, since the Palm is always kept in a handy spot, so is my digital recorder. I did file off nubs so that lid closes like old one. Great concept, great product.

I've only had this device for a day but have comments. On the plus side, it has better voice quality and more memory than the Voice It Recorder I used to own. On the negative side, It's hard to flip the cover open. It makes a snapping sound while being opened and doesn't open as smoothly as the orginal Palm cover. The other negative--and my biggest comlaint--is the beeping noise when the buttons are pushed. I use the GoVox most often in a library, where I make voice notes from newspapers and magazines that I read. I speak softly into the device so as not to annoy other library patrons, but I can't supress the beep, although I try to by covering the speaker. Too bad the beep can't be turned off.

I love this little gadget! The person working in a library should learn graffiti, not downgrade the rating on a product because he demands stealth mode! I like the beeps, because sometimes I will accidentally tap the buttons through my pocket and hear the recording beep. I also put a short "buffer" note in that I make the active note so that a tap to the delete button doesn't erase important data. Mine outlasted both my Palm III and a HandEra 330. I wish there was one available for the Palm m505, which is what I just got!

If you contact me, I may be persuaded to sell mine, but don't count on it! I still use it, even tho it doesn't fit my new Palm!

As a guy on the road this product is just what I've been looking for. When I'm driving and think of something I just press record, later and when parked I play it back and enter it into my Palm. It's also great for recording driving directions, just hit play and there they are, no more dangerous fumbling with a map. The best part is it's part of my Palm and looks cool, one package efficiency!

The go-vox is distributed by Landware but produced by Shinei, a Singapore based company. I have Palm IIIc and decided to shop on Shinei's on-line shop since they sell a product specifically for the IIIC. What a mistake. I purchased the product on 19 Jan 01, my credit card charged on 5 Feb 01. I still have not recieved the product. I have sent many e-mails to Shinei requesting assistance but have only received one response in more than 2 months stating that they may have problems shipping the product. I have sent 3 e-mail addresses to contact me and 2 mailing addresses.I would definitely stay away from this product.