Finally ordered 700P!!! What do I need!? - Treo Forums

ex2k4 · 01-03-2007, 05:37 PM

Alright.. after waiting 2 million years, I've finally had the money to order the Treo. I just never really wanted to spend 500 on a phone I guess, but it was time to stop wasting money on "fancy" and pretty non functional phones.

I've actually ordered 700W till I've realized that it will not sync with my mac and will cause all kinds of problem. I was somewhat set on the W although I knew the 240x240 and lack of memory deal. But I've had to change it since it won't sync!

I'm trying to see what are some MUST HAVE accessories? I really like to have the wifi

any good cases? I'm thinking of palm side case.

What about the screen protector? Should I stick to overpriced palm brand? any recommendation?

thanks for the great forum everything treo!

benjie · 01-03-2007, 05:59 PM

A good case is needed. As for wifi - not on the 700p. The screen protector - I hit CompUSA whenever I need them.

My suggestion though is to sit down and decide what you want mainly to do with the device and then what you want to do. That way means you do not go spending a fortune getting STUFF you really do not need.

A good installation manager is to your advantage - Uninstall Manager is the big guy. A good device based backup solution - Resco Backup. A good third party launche comes in handy - there are bunches and bunches - ZLauncher (big guy on the block), Initiate, Launcher X - just to name a few. I like ZLauncher - customize as little or as much as you wanna.

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My starter recommendation for enhancing the device.

Ben

kdallen · 01-03-2007, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by ex2k4

I'm trying to see what are some MUST HAVE accessories? I really like to have the wifi

any good cases? I'm thinking of palm side case.

What about the screen protector? Should I stick to overpriced palm brand? any recommendation?

thanks for the great forum everything treo!

First off, congrats on finally getting your Treo. As far as must-have accessories, you seem to be on track looking for some kind of case. There are many options available, as I'm sure you know. You can find a bunch here in the ET store, as well as bluetooth headsets, wired headsets, screen protectors and so on.

There are many opinions about screen protectors. Some people have had success with the Palm ones, while others have explored other options. The biggest thing, I'd say, is slow, careful application so that it will do its job without interfering with the touchscreen.

While talking must-haves, you should consider what apps you may want to try out (and maybe eventually buy). I recommend your first two choices should be:

1. A good uninstall app like Uninstall Manager. As you install/delete apps you're trying, you'll need to be able to remove everything associated with an app, or you could run into potential problems down the road with conflicting software.

2. A good backup app like Resco Backup, OnGuard Backup, BackupMan, Backup Buddy, etc. This way, you'll have a set you can "fall back on", in the event you run into trouble. You'll want to do a backup before installing any new app on your Treo.

You may want to look into Reset Doctor to keep you from losing all your prefs in the event of a crash (despite all you may do, it could happen at some point in time).

Check out the different sections of the site. There's a FAQ, and there are forums for accessories, different apps, etc. If you have questions, post away!

jreagles16 · 01-03-2007, 06:03 PM

must have are screen protectors, headphones, case, and maybe extended battery.

Screen protectors: Box wave, and java are good. But there are so many out there it is hard to pick the right one. I recommend getting the ones from ET here. I think they are the palm ones, but work well.

Headphones: I use moto ht820 bt headphones. But a good 2-1 wired set are the most reliable. I don't recommend boxwave 2-1. They are cheap but do not work well. But I do recommend their versa charger pro(2-1 charger).

Case: Would you like a leather or a hard case? SD card holders and etc?

Palm hard case is good.

Well all wish the 700p supported wifi.

benjie · 01-03-2007, 06:09 PM

And I was trying not to be wordy!!!! A note, On Guard Backup is designed to backup specific applications and/or their data files; it is not intended to suppliment a backup utility such as Resco Backup.

I see neither of us mentioned an SD card...slipping!

Ben

kdallen · 01-03-2007, 06:13 PM

Funny. I was trying not to be wordy and didn't get into launchers, because ZL takes some typing to explain. Good info about OnGuard.

You're right about the card, though. Got a b-day coming up; senility must be creeping in.

shortyrock · 01-03-2007, 07:43 PM

I am more into the tuff skins with a holster than the cases, skins protect against drops and scratches, case really only protects the phone when its in the case which in my life would be never. The best skin I found (had the phone 2 weeks and went through 3 till I found this one that fits like a glove)is by speck products, you can google them, I found the skin at staples.

benjie · 01-04-2007, 12:47 AM

I want a skin that envelopes the whole device, key pad and screen. Right now I have a case that does it, but when the screen gets well used, accurately hitting the spot on the screen can be a task. I am looking at a Krussel (?) that covers it completely, but first to Sprint, they have something that might work.

Ben

enilm · 01-04-2007, 08:01 AM

Question, for the uninstaller programs, has anybody tried Destaller? I think it's a freeware so it's the one I have for now. Is it as good as lets say 'uninstall manager' or not even close?

benjie · 01-04-2007, 03:39 PM

I did. I went to Uninstall Manger from there. It does the same basic job; however, support and options are important when one becomes aware that such things exist and that is where Northglide comes out ahead.

Ben