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DECEMBER 19, 2001

PC WORLD PRODUCT REVIEW

Palm M125
Palm's latest midrange offering packs plenty of value for its price, providing a lightweight and svelte form, a flip-up cover, a replaceable faceplate, and a USB HotSync cradle

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WHAT'S HOT: At $199, the M125 includes all of the organizer apps--address and datebook, memo pad, to-do list, and expense tracker--that have made the Palm OS so popular, as well as extras you don't get in Palm's entry-level M105. Most notably, it features the latest version of the Palm OS (version 4) and a slot to accommodate the tiny Secure Digital media format that's gaining popularity for adding storage and apps (and eventually, hardware devices such as cameras and wireless network adapters).

In addition, the M125 is the first budget Palm to use a USB HotSync cradle, which makes for easier hookups and faster syncing than the serial-port version offers. You can also change faceplates, as you can with the M105.

The M125 has smoothly curved sides and a slightly organic look, which adds to the device's well-designed feel. Other nice design touches in the hardware include the built-in cover that shields the screen and has a small see-through window. When the cover is down, you can press the only visible button to see the current time and date.

WHAT'S NOT: The screen is smaller than that of other Palms, although it is the same resolution; if you use the smaller font, it can be difficult to read. The smaller screen also means that the Graffiti writing area is small, so handwritten text entry is a little inconvenient. And the backlight is merely adequate.

WHAT ELSE: The SD slot is located on the side of the unit. Additional expansion is available through the HotSync cradle connector at the bottom.

UPSHOT: The M125 is a good basic PDA with the functions that most users need day to day. It doesn't have the handsome display of its more expensive cousins, but for someone seeking a budget PDA with more room to grow than the entry-level M105, the M125 should do nicely.

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