Palm TX Armor Case - The Metal Case (Black) Reviews

• Way exceeded expectations.

  
  By A2H0XJ7I2FUZBD on 2006-09-15
  When I got my new Palm TX, I knew I wanted a hard metal case. I had one for my T3 that was really ugly and had gaping seams that were grossly misaligned. But it protected my Palm from all the drops and abuse I could give it. So after reading the other reviews on this page, I didn't expect much more than protection.
  
  The case I got shipped to me is really well made. The seams are tight and straight, the device is held securely, the latch is secure without being inoperable, and access is available open or closed to the stylus, card, headphone jack, power and hotsync jacks. The heft, color and texture are pleasing, at least to me. I don't use the belt clip so I can't comment on its functionality. Although I bought this case as a temporary solution until I could identify something better, I don't know what would make a case better for me than this one.
  
  

• Better than the Palm case by a mile.

  
  By ACVTUAQ4RUGK on 2006-11-03
  One would think that the makers of a PDA would have the accessories for the PDA down pat, but I wasn't impressed with the Palm case I saw in person. This case as so many advantages to the Palm case that it's hard to list, but here's the highlights:
  
  *Palm case only comes in silver-ish and looks pretty tacky vs. this case comes in black.
  *Palm case and many others are not snug with the PDA, so it will rattle (not with this case).
  *The slip tab inside the case helps keep the PDA secure, so even if the case pops open, the PDA won't go flying.
  *Very secure latch. (I have a bit of trouble getting the case open, but I have bad nerves in my hands.)
  *Cutouts for everything (SD card, headphone jack, power button, etc.)
  *The cutout area for the headphone jack is actually big enough and doesn't impede the jack.
  *TWO SD card slots on the inside cover.
  *Soft inside lining.
  *Doesn't add too much bulk to PDA.
  
  About the only drawback I can see with this case is that the belt clip might as well not be included and is a piece of junk, but that seems to be the case with other Palm TX cases and I wasn't planning on using it anyway.
  
  

• RUN!!!, RUN FAR AWAY!!!!

  
  By A1WTDTTKCYPC3D on 2006-06-23
  I bought the silver version and this product is junk. It is cheaply constructed and broke the instant I attempted to place my palm TX in it. The cheap plastic slide piece that attaches the PDA to the case would break in a stiff breeze. The neoprene lining lifts off in humid weather or whenever it feels like it. The memory card slots are a joke and the shoddy belt clip is the punch line. Without a doubt, the worst online purchase I have ever made.
  
  
  

• Sturdy Protective Case

  
  By A2H2I5FY1PUHP1 on 2007-03-13
  I have had this case for about 7 months and I am satisfied with its performance. It is well built and has protected my TX from damage. The Palm fits snugly and the case closes securely. The memory card slots are a nice touch, and the openings allow for access to all ports without opening the case.
  
  I can't comment on the sturdiness of the belt clip. I took it off the first day, as I usually carry my Palm in my shirt pocket.
  
  Cons: The case is very slippery so I stuck on some 3M non-skid strips to keep it from slipping out of my hand.
  
  I also wish the front cover opened and folded over the back, rather than just over 180 degrees.
  
  You have to watch the hinge pin, as it has a tendency to work its way out.
  
  I consider these to be minor shortcomings and I would recommend this case.
  
  

• I don't recommend it

  
  By A2V2BJKSRCN5PG on 2006-07-20
  I bought the silver version of this case and was very disapointed. The belt clip is of such cheap construction that the case would easily fall off my belt. On the bright side, it protected my Palm from breaking, but I would have preferred it not to fall in the first place. The case also had a tendency to flip open while on my belt, causing the whole thing to pivot on its flimsy clip. I don't recommend this product.
  
  
• Excellent Product
  By A1LOPJ9T79A48Y on 2007-01-23
  This is my second metal TX case (the other one was a different brand). I did my research before buying it and was accidentally shipped the wrong case. So I got to see what another case was like and I have a much greater appreciation for this one.
  
  Let me tell you, this one is excellent. I do not and will not use the belt clip, so I cannot vouch for that portion. Due to the excellent padding and fit, My PDA is very snuggly settled in the case. The case allows access to all of the TX features. It is very sturdy, protective, and adds very little bulk or weight to the PDA. The case will easily open if you are trying to open it, otherwise it stays closed. The case also has four tiny points on the bottom of it that will raise the case off the surface, so that if you are playing music, you can hear it with the speaker side down to the surface. It even has a tiny access hole to the reset button.
  
  I highly recommend it if you are scared of ever dropping your PDA or simply just want to protect you delicate, yet fairly expensive piece of equipment.
  
  
• Acceptable case
  By A35GNPU09VC7BO on 2007-02-21
  I purchased this case based on the reviews here, and on my own prior bad experience with a Palm case. This case looks neat, has cutouts so you can use all the ports and plugs with the case closed, and has a neoprene lining that fits very nicely. The SD slots have a much nicer design than Palm's. The minus to Boxwave's design is that it does not fold back flat against itself; the cover just flops at 180 and I can see that being a problem. Also, the hinge and clasp are external, taking up more space. The belt clip, which I would never use anyway, looks like an afterthought that would easily snap under any substantial force.
  
  
• Works Great
  By A2J449GDHC7ZRN on 2007-03-27
  This simple matt black case is tough and the TX fits in it snugly. Its well designed to access ports without removing it from the case. I had a leather case for my last palm. It looked a bit more stylish but because it was soft it was always pressing on the command buttons and turning itself on. No such problem with this shell case. The only design improvement I would suggest would be a slightly rubberized exterior like I have on my motorola cell phone. It really helps me to keep from dropping it. The metal case is a bit slippery. I'm happy with it.
  
  
• Happy with the product
  By ANV79WDCKM8O9 on 2007-03-22
  I have had the case for a month now and I am very happy with it so far. The case holds my TX nicely. No problems with the belt clip either. Very good product for the price.
  
  
• A few details were lacking, but the best I've seen far...
  By A2SO0I1IKTF76J on 2007-07-28
  I purchased this after having a cracked screen on my TX, and paying a bundle for repairs. The little screen cover was on it, and covering the screen. Apparently having the side of the TX pinched caused the screen to get broken even while closed. After I'd sent it off for repairs I immediately went shopping and found this case. Exactly what a paranoid palm owner would want.
  
  The case looks pretty nice, though it does add some bulk. That is pretty unavoidable. All the ports are very accessable, and even the speaker is accounted for. I'm pretty happy with the fit. The edges are a little on the sharp side on some corners. It snaps closed nicely, and seems pretty snug. The hinge juts out a bit after closing, and I can see the pin might start to work out over time. The SD cards have to be inserted backwards, such that the metal contacts face you, or it will push out the card holder, which will then make contact with the screen. My final gripe is the most annoying.. as noted by other reviewers, you can only lay the case open, like a book. You cannot fold it back, behind the palm, out of the way.
  
  All in all I'm pretty happy, and haven't seen anything better. It looks like it will work well. I just see room for improvement.
  
  
  
• Palm TX Armor case is okay but...
  By A3QJZFR41U8IGA on 2007-04-06
  The case is attractive, built like a tank, and the Palm TX fits easily and snugly inside. Though reasonably slim, naturally it does take up more space in your pocket. Since it's hinged like a book, you end up holding it like one- on your lap or a table. You can't leave it in the case if you use an after market cradle to charge/synch your Palm TX. Though the original Palm TX cover is rather skimpy, think of it as a bikini i.e. comfortable & covers the basics. The Armor case might be better for travel and rough environments.
  
  
• Great Protection
  By A40POGZJART8O on 2007-03-08
  A necessity for all clumpsy people who drop everything.
  The screw on the back of the case needs to be tightned properly, but besides that. It is definately worth the money to protect your pda.
  
  
• lose the belt clip!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  By A2W5GJT1KH3SCC on 2007-03-25
  I recently bought this product for my Palm TX and was equally disappointed as well as annoyed with the cheap belt clip. It isn't apparent in the photos, but there is a screw attached to the back of the case, which makes it impossible to lay flat. This I found extremely annoying. The clip (which you can take on and off) is extremely cheap and doesn't secure well. It flops and swirls around. Otherwise, the case would be fine. I do not recommend.
  
  
• really are ARMOR CASE
  By AA3L3L8CB0UC0 on 2007-06-21
  I think this product is a must have for those people who need simplicity to carry on your palm TX, and who wants to have a nice looking, excelent finishing and confortable case. I am satisfied about it and I feel more confortable than the existing PALM hard case.
  hope it would be useful for other customers
  
  
• AWESOME! htp from 313DET
  By A20VCSE93S7NQU on 2007-03-09
  functions exactly as stated in product description. i searched extensively online for similar cases and chose this one based on other reviews and price. no major complaints; however it can slide across smooth surfaces. i placed some sticky pads (available at most hardware stores) to prevent accidental slipping. otherwise, this case is highly recommended!
  
  
• functional protection
  By A2J6RER2SAE8EA on 2007-08-18
  The metal is sturdy and the openings are perfect for maximum functionality in all the features of the PDA. I previously had a hard case made by Palm, which was a nice product, but I wasn't able to keep the unit protected and use the MP3 function.
  
  
• BROKE MY PALM TX!!!!!!!
  By AYCYZVJ6R1CSU on 2007-11-14
  Their DEFECTIVE product caused my palm tx to BREAK! I used the armor case and the belt clip that came with it the very day I got the package. My palm fell on the ground! Turns out the screw at the back of the armor case which was attatched to the belt clip was loose. Now my palm is broken. I emailed boxwave and this is the reply I got: "Our liability policy prevents us from providing additional compensation for it. I am sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused you."- All they offered was to replace the DEFECTIVE armor case with another one. As if I would ever trust their product again!!!
  
  
  
• Perfect!
  By A1IJ0UO37W2RZ0 on 2007-01-26
  This case is awesome for my Palm TX. Great fit, great protection, and a very inexpensive insurance policy againts accidental drops.
  
  
• Not good for the Palm TX
  By A29GC5Q25JVMK9 on 2007-09-05
  I just got the newest version of the Palm TX--and I'm not sure if they've changed the dimensions or anything--but this case does not close when I put my Palm TX in it. That's right, it doesn't work with the new TX. There is a small piece of plastic that is supposed to keep the palm in the case, but this is preventing the case from closing because the palm is too large.
  
  FYI. I will probably keep the product and just break off the little piece of plastic. But just so you know, don't buy this hardcase if you're getting a NEW Palm TX (with wi-fi and such).
  
  
• What a joke
  By A3P4FPF5BU1FZS on 2007-09-08
  I wish I could give this 0 stars. I got this for my Palm TX, but as another reviewer experienced, the damn case wouldn't close!! The screw on the back doesn't seem very stable either. I just sent BoxWave an email complaining about this and demanding all of my money back, including shipping charges. What a crappy product. I think I'm going to try the Rhinoskin one instead.
  
  
• Great protection
  By A2YK3LOYI7ZUA1 on 2007-03-08
  The case provides great protection for my Palm TX. It doesn't add much bulk or weight and keeps it safe during my active day. I'm pretty tough on things and this case is just the extra protection I need.
  
  
• Nice
  By A3DGJ1DQXXBVG0 on 2007-08-09
  I have never had a problem with this product. Very sturdy, and yes it has save my palm a few times. The only draw back I have found is the expansion cards do tend to slide down a bit. I have owned this case for over a year now.
  
  
• survived china
  By A3LKOCS2IKFM40 on 2007-10-09
  i have a palm tx just for studying chinese using plecodict software.. my pda wouldn't have survived my travels over summer w/o this case. excellent construction and durability, still looks brand new after 5 months of wear and tear. love it.
  
  
• Not Worth It
  By ALWL0AJ94O8RJ on 2008-10-12
  This case is not worth the money. The first problem was with the screw that hold the belt clip would not stay in the case. I glued that in place. Then the clip would not hold onto the case. Then the belt clip broke. The last thing was that slide that holds the Palm in the case broke. I would not recommend this case to anyone and would like to warn anyone that might want to try it. Look elsewhere!!!
  
  
• Decent case
  By AUOSTLWHHVBBH on 2006-10-19
  This is a very nice looking case. The PDA fits snugly and doesnt slide around. The latch on my case seems very secure and takes some effort to open. As far as the button style swivel belt clip, I have never seen one that works well and Ive had them on various phones and pda cases. I dont rely on them.
  
  The main thing I dislike about this case is that it opens to the left, not the right like other cases Im used to. A minor thing that I can get used to.
  
  
• Worth It
  By A1ACZ3PO92E4AH on 2007-11-11
  The case design is awesome, but steer clear of the metallic version. It scratches easily. Now I've got the black version and LOVE it. I like how the case protects my entire Palm TX. Not one corner of my TX extends beyond the case so if I ever drop it, it may be jostled, but not totally destroyed. The cut outs give you ample room to work with when turning it off or on and using cords, memory cards, or the stylus. There's even a little cut-out in the back for the speaker. The case latch is solid and doesn't pop open. Inside, there's a soft felt lining and slots for 2 memory cards. I don't use the belt clip, so this case is just fine for me and the price is right too.
  
  
• case closed NOT!
  By AVA49L34GZZ7P on 2008-01-16
  Okay so I guess I didn't read the 1 or 2 reviews that said the case doesn't close shut.It clicks shut then flips open. Anyway I will return what is essentially a pointless product now. Very disappointed.
  Seems the build quality is inconsistent as most reviews said it shut fine but 1 or 2 did report this problem
  
  
• Palm TX case
  By A35JNL6RNALE6 on 2008-01-25
  Nice case but hinge is weak, breaks eaisly. I really like the case otherwise. There is open areas for the plug in. It is much better then the palm brand.
  
  
• Solid protection
  By A184CWNYKQPDSI on 2008-01-27
  The Palm fits into the cover securely and perfectly. The cover snaps closed a bit stiffly at first but after a week clicks shut easily and securely. Light slim solid case that takes a dropping well. Front cover has clearance so Palm's screen is not impacted at all. Two slots in front cover hold standard SD cards. Looks like there is enough clearance so cards will not press onto Palm's screen but I haven't tested that. Recessed access to top and bottom connection points on the Palm provide protection without ever having to take the Palm out of the case. It's very functional.
  
  
• Difficult to open.
  By A1Q0WN6J4CGQ8F on 2008-01-28
  Looks great and very sturdy, unfortunately is not very easy to pry open. If you need to open it constantly during the day, not a smooth process.
  
  

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