On Sun, 25 Apr 2004 16:41:22 -0500, The Magnificent Bastard wrote:

> My new job will entail fairly extensive travel in the northeastern part
> of the US. NY, NJ, PA, MA, etc. I currently use Sprint as a wireless
> provider and am thinking about getting a Smart Device (phone). Anyone
> use these -
>
> http://tinyurl.com/38rm9

Well this one should roast quite nicely in it's own juices, about 90 mins
at gas-mark 3 should do it. Don't forget to wrap the extremities in
foil to stop it burning. You can add a bit of garlic if you want, and it
would serve quite nicely with jacket-potatoes, carrots and sprouts.

> http://tinyurl.com/22kqj

As this one is a bit drier, you will need to add some olive-oil, don't
forget to work it well in before roasting. About 60 mins gas-mark 3, don't
forget to baste it occasionally. Suggest you serve with fries and a green
salad.

--
Michael Turner
Email (ROT13)
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On Sun, 25 Apr 2004 22:28:31 +0000, Robert M. wrote:

> In article <MPG.1af6012697399db4989a68@news.alt.net>,
> The Magnificent Bastard <magnif_bastard@hotmail.com> wrote:
>
>> Hmmmm...........sounds like I should wait until Fall. What I really
>> don't want to do is buy a Smart Device and then have a better version
>> come out a couple months later.
>
> On the other hand you wait till fall, by then there'll still be a better
> device on the horizon. If you like the Treo 600, go for it.
>
> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/phone.php?p=522
>
> Is what may be available from Sprint in 6 months.

mmmmmmmmmmmm.....should work well as a nice stir-fry.

> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/phone.php?p=173
>
> is available from Verizon now.

A bit too sour for my tastebuds.

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Michael Turner
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"The Magnificent Bastard" <magnif_bastard@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:MPG.1af60a58cda4813d989a6a@news.alt.net...
> On Sun, 25 Apr 2004 22:26:00 GMT, in alt.tv.sopranos, Peter Aitken rubs
> the lotion on it's skin or else it gets the hose again. It does this
> whenever it's told -
>
>
> > "The Magnificent Bastard" <magnif_bastard@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> > news:MPG.1af5fa851e4a73c989a67@news.alt.net...
> > > My new job will entail fairly extensive travel in the northeastern
part
> > > of the US. NY, NJ, PA, MA, etc. I currently use Sprint as a wireless
> > > provider and am thinking about getting a Smart Device (phone). Anyone
> > > use these -
> > >
> >
> > <snipped>
> >
> > You might look for a phone that is smart enough to tell you not to post
> > phone questions to cooking and Sopranos newsgroups.
>
> Which one would you recommend?
>

I think a block of wood with the buttons drawn on would suit you just fine.

--
Peter Aitken

Remove the crap from my email address before using.

You will not go wrong with Treo 600. Reception is outstanding - it's Dual
band digital 800/1900.
The speakerphone feature is very good as well. The phone/palm integration is
superb.

The small qwerty keyboard will need a little getting used to but overall you
will not go wrong with this investment.

You should go to www.treocentral.com to check on accessories.


"The Magnificent Bastard" <magnif_bastard@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:MPG.1af5fa851e4a73c989a67@news.alt.net...
> My new job will entail fairly extensive travel in the northeastern part
> of the US. NY, NJ, PA, MA, etc. I currently use Sprint as a wireless
> provider and am thinking about getting a Smart Device (phone). Anyone
> use these -
>
> http://tinyurl.com/38rm9
>
> http://tinyurl.com/22kqj
>
> I am leaning towards the Treo 600, I know a couple of people who have
> one and they like it. I sort of would like one that uses Win CE, but
> don't know anyone who's tried a Smart Device that uses that OS.
>
> My PDA uses the Palm OS so I am equally familiar with both operating
> systems. Most important to me is ease of use, ease of sync'ing it to my
> laptop and call quality/clarity. I also don't want to have to carry a
> PDA *and* a cell phone anymore.
>
> All opinions welcomed. Would like to hear pros/cons and experiences
> people have had with Smart Devices.
>
> --
> Magnificent Bastard Productions 2004 ©
>
> http://www.magnificentbastardproductions.com

PS: My treo dual band is on Sprint


"RonInCal" <rg_1999@hotNOSPAMmail.com> wrote in message
news:de1jc.9899$eZ5.9640@newsread1.news.pas.earthl ink.net...
> You will not go wrong with Treo 600. Reception is outstanding - it's Dual
> band digital 800/1900.
> The speakerphone feature is very good as well. The phone/palm integration
is
> superb.
>
> The small qwerty keyboard will need a little getting used to but overall
you
> will not go wrong with this investment.
>
> You should go to www.treocentral.com to check on accessories.
>
>
> "The Magnificent Bastard" <magnif_bastard@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:MPG.1af5fa851e4a73c989a67@news.alt.net...
> > My new job will entail fairly extensive travel in the northeastern part
> > of the US. NY, NJ, PA, MA, etc. I currently use Sprint as a wireless
> > provider and am thinking about getting a Smart Device (phone). Anyone
> > use these -
> >
> > http://tinyurl.com/38rm9
> >
> > http://tinyurl.com/22kqj
> >
> > I am leaning towards the Treo 600, I know a couple of people who have
> > one and they like it. I sort of would like one that uses Win CE, but
> > don't know anyone who's tried a Smart Device that uses that OS.
> >
> > My PDA uses the Palm OS so I am equally familiar with both operating
> > systems. Most important to me is ease of use, ease of sync'ing it to my
> > laptop and call quality/clarity. I also don't want to have to carry a
> > PDA *and* a cell phone anymore.
> >
> > All opinions welcomed. Would like to hear pros/cons and experiences
> > people have had with Smart Devices.
> >
> > --
> > Magnificent Bastard Productions 2004 ©
> >
> > http://www.magnificentbastardproductions.com
>
>

In article <gf1jc.9900$eZ5.6719@newsread1.news.pas.earthlink. net>,
"RonInCal" <rg_1999@hotNOSPAMmail.com> wrote:

> PS: My treo dual band is on Sprint
>
>
> "RonInCal" <rg_1999@hotNOSPAMmail.com> wrote in message
> news:de1jc.9899$eZ5.9640@newsread1.news.pas.earthl ink.net...
> > You will not go wrong with Treo 600. Reception is outstanding - it's Dual
> > band digital 800/1900.

CDMA only, no Analog

> > The speakerphone feature is very good as well. The phone/palm integration
> is
> > superb.
> >
> > The small qwerty keyboard will need a little getting used to but overall
> you
> > will not go wrong with this investment.



Luckily the OP says he company is paying.

> You should go to www.treocentral.com to check on accessories.


Ebay likely has lower prices for third party accessories.
(Cases, car chargers, USB cables).

The treo 600 is a lot more 'efficient' with memory management than any
PocketPC / WinCE device. That's just one of the drawbacks of
Microsoft OS'es.

But the Treo600 has been doing very well, good call quality, durable,
and from most people that I talk to was worth the price.



"Robert M." <rmarkoff@msn.com> wrote in message news:<rmarkoff-1BB4AD.17061425042004@news03.east.earthlink.net>.. .
>
> Palm phones are not 100% compatible as a Palm, and every once in a while
> some third party app won't function like you expect, or cause lockups.
>

Which is true on any PalmOS device, mainly be cautious and keep track
of what you install and when incase lockups do occur.


> 2. The camera is been rated as poor.
>

A lot of people eexpect to take photo quality shots with their camera
phones, but it won't happen without something like PhotoShop to back
you up. The resolution is 640X480.

You will not get the same quality that you do in your average 1-3
Megapixel digital camera.

The Magnificent Bastard <magnif_bastard@hotmail.com> wrote in message news:<MPG.1af60f446abc503989a6b@news.alt.net>...
> On Sun, 25 Apr 2004 23:07:42 GMT, in alt.tv.sopranos, Samanantha rubs
> the lotion on it's skin or else it gets the hose again. It does this
> whenever it's told -
>
> > >
> > > Which one would you recommend?
> > >
> > I would recommend the one that causes you the most pain when someone
> > shoves it up your ass
>
> Why the hostile attitude?
>
> >

Maybe she's from the Soprano's NG?

In article <7e761144.0404260535.fecc659@posting.google.com> ,
pcsguy@bellsouth.net (TechGeek) wrote:

> The treo 600 is a lot more 'efficient' with memory management than any
> PocketPC / WinCE device. That's just one of the drawbacks of
> Microsoft OS'es.
>
> But the Treo600 has been doing very well, good call quality, durable,
> and from most people that I talk to was worth the price.
>
>
>
> "Robert M." <rmarkoff@msn.com> wrote in message
> news:<rmarkoff-1BB4AD.17061425042004@news03.east.earthlink.net>.. .
> >
> > Palm phones are not 100% compatible as a Palm, and every once in a while
> > some third party app won't function like you expect, or cause lockups.
> >
>
> Which is true on any PalmOS device, mainly be cautious and keep track
> of what you install and when incase lockups do occur.
>
>
> > 2. The camera is been rated as poor

{snip} why did you snip here?



> >
>
> A lot of people eexpect to take photo quality shots with their camera
> phones, but it won't happen without something like PhotoShop to back
> you up. The resolution is 640X480.
>
> You will not get the same quality that you do in your average 1-3
> Megapixel digital camera.

The Treo also has no Flash, and gives poor results even taking into
account its resolution.

For many people its a wonderful device. No one should buy it because of
the camera.

And you left out its biggest flaw. It has no analog capability. One gets
off the beaten path, you have no Analog capability to roam with in case
of an emergency.

In article <ulYic.56682$yv.1907842@twister.southeast.rr.com >,
"Peter Aitken" <paitken@CRAPnc.rr.com> wrote:

> > Which one would you recommend?
> >
>
> I think a block of wood with the buttons drawn on would suit you just fine.

If you get out in rural areas with only Analog Networks available, your
block of wood would do just as good as a Treo 600, as the Treo 600 has
no Analog capability.