Registered: Apr 2000
Location: Sausalito, CA, USA
Posts: 6

I have designed a flip cover for the Visor that works like a Palm III flip cover, but retains the 'virtues' of Handspring's current clip on cover. I tried to see if Handspring was interested, but they wouldn't even look at the design: they are absolutely convinced that their current cover is perfect and no one likes Palm's flip cover (guess they don't read the reviews).. I am not looking to make a killing from this design, but would really like to know if there are any plastics manufacturers out there that would consider producing a flip cover for the Visor that effectively makes no changes in the shape or size of the current Visor with cover. If you are that company rep, please email me at: [email protected]

Registered: Dec 1999
Location: Connecticut USA
Posts: 2682

Hmmm... sounds interesting. If it's a good design I think you could probably market it without too much difficulty. As for a plastics mfg... well, I suggest you fire up your favorite search engine .

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MarkEagle - Ice is nice!

Registered: Oct 1999
Location: Philadelphia
Posts: 242

I know, for one, that I absolutely hate Visor's cover. It's the single worst thing about the unit.

Registered: Feb 2000
Location:
Posts: 19

I'd buy one!

Registered: Sep 1999
Location: Redwood City, CA
Posts: 55

Let's all remember one thing about the Visor's cover - because of the design, it allows Handspring (and I hope third party mfgs) to produce cases that do not use velcro to hold the unit in place. It also allows some (not all) oversized Springboard modules to remain in the Visor while the case is on the front. I am not saying it isn't possible, but I cannot imagin a flip-top design that would allow larger Springboards to remain attached while the cover is open.

[This message has been edited by Kemp (edited 04-26-2000).]

Registered: Apr 2000
Location:
Posts: 86

ok.. You're forcing me to release this info early. Didn't want to be one of those "oh look what we have in Jan. - no Feb. - no April" kind of guys! ;') I've been telling the people at PDA Buzz and Visor Central to wait to announce until I was ready to ship.

I've already designed and am getting ready to go into full production (last minute tweaks for fit) for a product that works as adapter for the Palm III series covers. It works with the existing modules (that I've seen so far) as well as can stay in place during syncing. We have been going through a thorough testing period and feel confident enough to make some kind of announcement. I hope to be ready to ship this in the next 2 weeks. For more information, please see www.re-visor.com (We're launching this week) or send email to [email protected]

Christian

Registered: Apr 2000
Location: Sausalito, CA, USA
Posts: 6

As to Kemp's comments, my design maintains both of the current cover's advantages, and as to Sastian's comments: bring it on - I am just as interested in a solution as I am in making money on my particular design. However, it sounds like Kemp's issues would not be addressed by a Palm III flip cover adaptation.

Registered: Jan 2000
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Posts: 391

I wouldn't want to plop a Palm flip cover on my Visor... the Palm one looks kinda ugly. One that kept the Visor "style", though, would be a win.

Registered: Mar 2000
Location: Hermosa Beach, CA
Posts: 222

sastian, i can't seem to be able to access that link of yours.

Registered: Apr 2000
Location: Logan, UT, USA
Posts: 8

Am I the only person who actually *likes* the visor's cover? I've got a friend with a palmIII, and I would absolutely HATE cover like his.

Registered: Mar 2000
Location: Border Independent
Posts: 69

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We have been going through a thorough testing period and feel confident enough to make some kind of announcement. I hope to be ready to ship this in the next 2 weeks. For more information, please see www.re-visor.com (We're launching this week) or send email to [email protected]

Christian[/B]

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Registered: Mar 2000
Location: Border Independent
Posts: 69

I just wanted to add that I think it is unfortunate that Handspring would not even look at your design. That doesn't jive well with the impression I had that these new tech companies were keeping in close contact with their customers, such as when Innogear did a survey on this board.

When you get that link working, let me know cause I would like to see the design!

Registered: Apr 2000
Location:
Posts: 86

internic is still setting up to redirect... so we're waiting on them. I had the same experience with Handspring and their love for their cover.. but they have been great in helping us develop our product. Very Unlike Palm. We are also in the process of developing our own "Visor styled" cover to match using the III series pin set. ...as far as your product goes I'd love to trade N.D.A.'s and see if we caould help you develop your product.. our plastics guy is tremendous to work with and about a 30 minute drive from us.. instead of overseas! ;')
looking forward to more of your feedback
Christian

Registered: Mar 2000
Location: Columbia, MO
Posts: 125

Although I do like the Visor cover, I think a good flip cover would be very handy. If it's not very expensive, I would possibly get one as an alternate for when I am using the Visor intermittently.

It would have to come in Ice or Blue, though!

Registered: Apr 2000
Location:
Posts: 86

its being developed in "ice" as we speak
we're looking at ice and black

Registered: Nov 1999
Location:
Posts: 67

About time. I'm getting tired of the extra bulk my Visor Slipper adds.

Registered: Mar 2000
Location: Hermosa Beach, CA
Posts: 222

Der S, I agree with you. I seem to be one of the few that actually like the visor's cover. It protects the screen well and gets out of the way when you need it to.

I actually HATE the Palm III cover because it opens up only 120 degrees (or something like that) and is annoying.

I think a flip-cover would be GREAT if it could flip 360 degrees. In other words, if it could fold back onto itself. This would probably be possible only with 2 hinge-lines (simple linkage). And what would be even COOLER is if the cover was nice and clear so that one could, for example, press the schedule button and instantly see what appointments they have without having to flip or remove the cover. This would mean that the hot-buttons are exposed, though.

Registered: Apr 2000
Location: Sausalito, CA, USA
Posts: 6

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Originally posted by Nhatman:
Der S, I agree with you. I seem to be one of the few that actually like the visor's cover. It protects the screen well and gets out of the way when you need it to.

I actually HATE the Palm III cover because it opens up only 120 degrees (or something like that) and is annoying.

I think a flip-cover would be GREAT if it could flip 360 degrees. In other words, if it could fold back onto itself. This would probably be possible only with 2 hinge-lines (simple linkage). And what would be even COOLER is if the cover was nice and clear so that one could, for example, press the schedule button and instantly see what appointments they have without having to flip or remove the cover. This would mean that the hot-buttons are exposed, though.

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Registered: Sep 1999
Location: at work...
Posts: 736

mriner & sastian --

Do either of you have pictures to show yet?

Rob

Registered: Apr 2000
Location: Sausalito, CA, USA
Posts: 6

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Originally posted by Rob:
mriner & sastian --

Do either of you have pictures to show yet?

Rob

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