Registered: Mar 2000
Location:
Posts: 8

I really am tired of waiting, but I really still think it is the SB for me.

Anybody know when it is going to be out?

Any hints?

Registered: Oct 1999
Location: Metro Station, Hollywood and Highland
Posts: 1018

I don't have a answer, but maybe a hint. My guess is that Innogear will announce a release date for the SixPak at the PC Expo 2000, June 27-29.

Registered: Nov 1999
Location:
Posts: 47

I have been waiting and waiting...

Lets go Innogear! I want one!

Better support the Nokia 6185...

[This message has been edited by Peter (edited 06-14-2000).]

Registered: Apr 2000
Location: Inglewood, CA, USA
Posts: 390

Hmmmm...Summer 2000...
I too would love a more specific date. (of course, when then they DO start shipping, they will probably be very backed-up - it seems that almost everyone is waiting for this "killer" module.)

[I need to replace my digital cell phone with a dual-band one, and I'm waiting to find out which cell phones Innogear supports first... <sigh> ]

Registered: Oct 1999
Location: Potomac, MD, USA
Posts: 90

Narnia--same deal for me, but I have an ANALOG phone and want to buy a digital one. I am waiting for Innogear to announce what is compatible....

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"the BAND!"

Registered: Apr 2000
Location: NY, NY, USA
Posts: 39

Hello,

This might be the info you need. It's on there FAQ section of the www site.

"Q: What cell phones are supported by SixPak?

A: The SixPak Cellular Modem will support both AMPS and Multimode Digital based cellular
phones. Innogear will be posting a list of supported cell phone models as soon as each phone is
fully tested and approved. We will be starting with the Motorola StarTAC and MicroTAC series.
Other manufacturers will follow including Nokia.

Registered: Apr 2000
Location: Inglewood, CA, USA
Posts: 390

quote:

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Originally posted by evan666:
This might be the info you need. It's on there FAQ section of the www site.
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Innogear will be posting a list of supported cell phone models as soon as each phone is
fully tested and approved.

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Registered: Sep 1999
Location: Seattle, WA, USA
Posts: 406

The more I think about it, the more I'm starting to think the SIXPAK isn't the killer springboard. For those who are going to use it for wireless access, then it is still the way to go. Or for people who like to talk to their pdas. But for someone looking for a modem and some memory, there are better options out there.
The new Cardaccess Thincom is small and lowcost, and there is always the Handspring Flash Module. I can't seriously think of anytime that I would need to have both of them in at the same time.
I think my killer springboard would include:
� Modem (33.6k or faster. I'm not OBSESSED with 56k. It's a handheld, and really, it doesn't make that much of a difference.)
� GPS
� As much memory as one could cram into the remaining space (if any memory at all).

A Modem and GPS would be a REALLY tight fit (if at all possible).
Maybe I've just lost the vision, or gotten over the hype. what is the big appeal of the SIXPAK? I'm wondering what is so bad about owning a couple of springboards instead of one to perform the same task?

Registered: Apr 2000
Location:
Posts: 73

If all you need is wireless access, and you have yet to buy a cellphone, you may want to try this option:

I am able to connect my Visor to my Sprint PCS cellphone using the Sprint data cable and the serial cradle. I turned off handshaking (flow control in the modem preference menu). It works because the Sprint data cable has micro circuitry in the DB9 connector. This may also work with other cellphones that support wireless web. I also understand from Mark/Space that their serial cable is due out in three weeks and is supposed to perform the same function as the serial cradle.

Registered: Oct 1999
Location: Metro Station, Hollywood and Highland
Posts: 1018

quote:

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Originally posted by Vertigo:
I'm wondering what is so bad about owning a couple of springboards instead of one to perform the same task?

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Registered: Sep 1999
Location: Seattle, WA, USA
Posts: 406

(?��riginally posted by Gameboy70:

quote:

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Originally posted by Vertigo:
I'm wondering what is so bad about owning a couple of springboards instead of one to perform the same task?

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Registered: Dec 1999
Location:
Posts: 65

THE SIXPACK IS OUT!!!!

Just kidding...

Hey, rmapes, I have a sprintPCS phone. How long is that data connection cable? I'm just picturing 4ft. of cable for the data connection kit and a couple feet for the cradle. Not quite the small package I'd want for a "out on the town, wanna check my email" solution.

OEP

Registered: Feb 2000
Location: Clifton Park
Posts: 24

rmapes,

Which Sprint phone are you using? Is it the Motorola StarTac with the Motorola Data connectivity kit?

Warkari
Please, I need, I need, I need...

Registered: Dec 1999
Location:
Posts: 65

It shouldn't matter which SprintPCS phone, they all use the same signal.

OEP

Registered: Nov 1999
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Posts: 434

Some of you already know this, but you can also avoid carrying around a cradle by getting IrLink and a compatible phone like the GSM Motorola Timeport Worldphone. The only problem is that you'll have to hold the phone and Visor close to each other in a specific manner in order for the ports to see each other.

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Registered: Dec 1999
Location:
Posts: 65

You can use the GSM phone if you live in New England here in the US....the other 30-some states are SOL.

OEP

Registered: Sep 1999
Location: Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Posts: 12

quote:

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What is so bad about owning two modules that perform different tasks that would otherwise be contained in a single springboard? ex- Owning a CardAccess Modem and a Flash Memory Springboard instead of just a SIXPAK.

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Registered: Feb 2000
Location: Clifton Park
Posts: 24

OEP/rmapes,

Can you post your setup? I am unable to use my phone as a wireless modem. I use a null modem cable as a connector between the Visor cradle and the data kit.
I have set up my ISP in the "Network" prefs, turned handshaking off in "Modem" prefs. I am trying to use Proxiweb as my browser. But if I try to connect, I get the error "Error: serial port in use (0x0307)". Hotsync over the serial cradle works properly so I know the serial connection is fine. Am I missing something?

Warkari

Registered: Dec 1999
Location:
Posts: 65

Wakari-

Unfortunately, I don't use my Sprint phone for that. I might when I find out that Innogear won't be releasing the cable for my cell phone (only because it's not a nokia or Motorola).

But, since you apparently own the data kit...what length is that cable? I called Sprint, but I think I know more about their products than they do.

OEP

Registered: Feb 2000
Location: Clifton Park
Posts: 24

OEP,

cable is about 5ft long.

Warkari