Customer Reviews

Palm Slim Leather Case (P10985U)

5 star:		(40)
4 star:		(35)
3 star:		(16)
2 star:		(24)
1 star:		(25)

 

 

I have to say, this is the first item I bought from Amazon that I have mixed feelings about. I wanted to try it out before comitting to it because, let's face it, you have to put your PDA in it to see how the whole PDA + case combination works. But PDA cases these days use those hard clear plastic packaging so that you can't get to the product without destroying the packaging, and therefore, you can't return it if you don't like it. The only reason I chanced this purchase was because I had a $5 Amazon promotional certificate to spend, so why not?

Overall the case looks handsome and slim. The PDA slips into a sleeve inside, which is held by bands of elastic on its side and bottom edges. Access to all the relevant PDA ports are problem-free. However...

The case does not close with a snap tab closure, but has a belt loop through which you must thread the belt end and pull. I found that, unless you pull the belt really tightly, your PDA (in my case, a Tungsten E) can slip out slightly about 1 cm from the top end of the case if you inverted it and shake it a little. This is a design flaw that PalmOne should address because the PDA is not completely secured in its sleeve in all directions. They could have made the elastic bands to cover the upper left-hand corner (without obstructing the SD card port) since the upper right-hand corner is where the stylus sits in the PDA. I am contemplating on adding a small velcro patch <wince> in the back to secure it if it becomes too loose, but I will hold off till the bitter end...I HATE VELCRO FOR PDA!

Also, because the closure is based on the belt-loop design, I foresee that leather loop may loosen in the future after prolonged use. I have owned this case for about two weeks so far and it is fine for now. I do admit that I avoid repetitive loosening and fastening of the belt because I think it will become too loose one day. Anyone who has longer experience with this case is welcome to comment on this.

It is an okay case given that it is relatively inexpensive, and looks pretty nice and slim. However, as for the complete security and protection of my PDA, PalmOne can do better.

I bought this as the Amazon-recommended case for the Z22. The price was reasonable and it looked attractive. The only problem is that it doesn't appear to be made for the Z22. There's nothing to keep the PDA from falling out if you turn the case upside down, you can't get to the on/off switch and it's bigger than it needs to be.

I'm very happy with the Palm Z22- I just wish they had a nice leather case that was really made for it.

I use this case for a Palm Zire and I am glad I got it. The leather feels nice and looks stylish. It adds very little bulk to the PDA and has slots for MMC cards and other papers.(I keep a business card, just in case it is lost.) It holds the device quite securely. I like the tab closure for style, though it makes it slower to open and close. For this reason, I give it 4 stars instead of 5.

This is the best yet case I have found for my Zire 31. It is a good fit, and gives good protection to the PDA. It looks stylish, too. I had tried the harder, plastic cases, but the plastic case with the velco is way too large, awkward, and scratches easily, the Velco holding the PDA is just added work. This leather case is better, by far.

This case fits my fiance's Zire 31 well. The power button, the synch and power plugs are slightly blocked, but that is okay. It is snug and protects it well without being bulky.

My Tungsten E juts out on the top and slides around a little. I wouldn't feel safe keeping it in this case.

Bought this leather case along with a TX Palm. The description should say that it would not fit the TX model but, too late, I open and find out the hard way.

The leather case came promptly in good condition. Unfortunately, I didn't realize that it was designed only for the Palm Zire series. I had also purchased the Z22, which apparently isn't a zire. The Z22 is much smaller. It would be helpful to add a description that says, "not for Palm Z22".

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This case fit the Tungsten E2 perfectly, allows full access for all buttons, and carries extra little goodies in the process all in just a little more width than the original flap cover that comes with it. My husband loves it (was a gift), it protects his Palm and he can carry it within his shirt pocket still.

I recently purchased the Palm Z22 from Amazon and I also purchased this leather case "Because Amazon said it works with the Z22". Well, guess what...the Palm Z22 is too small for this case. You have to be very careful when holding the Palm in this case or it will fall right out. Not a safe way to protect your Palm. So if you are looking for a case for your Palm Z22, look else where.

I love this case. It looks nice and professional, fits the Palm Zire 31 perfectly, and can hold my SD card and business/credit cards.