SJ30: To buy or not to buy

[Stardust]

I'm looking at the SJ30 as a replacement for my Prism. Can anyone try to enlighten me on the following points?

1. How does the built-in speak compare with that of the T665C or T615C?

2. Any problems with the use of the scroll button?

3. I understand the body is made of plastic instead of the aluminum used for the T665C. Is this a downside to the SJ30?

Your comments would be highly appreciated.

[TomBombadil79]

1. How does the built-in speak compare with that of the T665C or T615C?

Bordering on "faint".

2. Any problems with the use of the scroll button?

No, after I got used to it.

3. I understand the body is made of plastic instead of the aluminum used for the T665C. Is this a downside to the SJ30?

Depends on your use. I will probably get a metal case for it because I tend to abuse small electronic devices - just ask my GPS.



Bottom line: I love mine so far.

[Stardust]

Thanks indeed, Tom. Faint speaker...exactly one of the few things I hate about my Prism.

[OldBlue]

Stardust

Here are two independent reviews of the SJ30. Both rate the SJ30 highly and both mention the weak monophonic speaker.

http://www.palminfocenter.com/view_story.asp?ID=4091
(Be sure to read parts 1 and 2)

http://www.brighthand.com/review/?id=18

OldBlue