expertreviews.co.uk Updated:
2016-11-15 02:06:56
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The Treo 680 is the only smartphone available that runs the Palm operating system. With a high-quality plastic case it feels as if it would last forever. The design is neat, and the Palm operating system has been customised for easier use without a stylu...
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techradar.com Updated:
2016-11-15 02:06:56
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The latest Treo has a more-than-familiar feel about it, given that this model is once again is powered under the hood by the Palm OS rather than the Windows Mobile Operating System favoured by its direct predecssor, the 3G-equipped Treo 750v.It is a go...
Touchscreen smartphone, Qwerty keyboard, Full suite of software...
No built-in Wi-Fi, Lacks 3G operation, Low resolution of camera...
The latest Treo has a more-than-familiar feel about it, given that this model is once again is powered under the hood by the Palm OS rather than the Windows Mobile Operating System favoured by its direct predecssor, the 3G-equipped Treo 750v.It is a go...
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T3.com Updated:
2016-11-15 02:06:56
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Palm gives the finger to Windows Mobile OS. Instead it uses Palms own software, which is just as slick when its time to synchronise contacts and content. Its a squat little thing, and thankfully the external antenna found on previous Treos has bee...
Good video, Slick Palm OS, Unlike old Treos, no external aerial...
No Wi-Fi, No 3G, No earphones included...
Not without plus points, but too underpowered to recommend.
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This latest Palm handheld uses similar hardware to the Palm Treo 750v, so most of our favourable comments about ergonomics apply. The main difference is that the 680 runs Palm OS version 5.4.9 (Garnet), including a new phone application sporting a t...
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The Treo 650 has been around for a few years, and is Palms most successful smartphone. But the new kid on the block might have something to say about that. Building on the trademark Treo ease of use, the 680s qwerty keyboard makes typing an absolu...
The 680 is the best Treo yet, combining business functions with connectivity and a leaner footprint. Its simple to use, the feature set is extensive and text is easily legible on the big screen. The only concern is whether youd want to use the Treo...
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Palm goes budget with the Treo...
QWERTY keyboard, quad-band...
Digital camera not up to standard, keyboard fiddly to use, bulky...
If you can muster up the extra cash and must have a Treo then the opt for the 750v rather than this 680...
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itreviews.com Updated:
2016-11-15 02:06:56
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spiritual successor to the Treo 650: The last handheld we saw from Palm was the Treo 750v which we reviewed back in October. That handheld was the first from Palm to run the Windows Mobile Pocket PC operating system. Now Palm has...
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The 680 has one of the most well-thought-out smartphone interfaces weve come across. The bright colours its available in make it more attractive and all of the programs that would appeal to a mobile professional come preinstalled. Considering the tim...
Range of colours available, ergonomic shape, intuitive interface, well-rounded feature set, SD card slot...
No Wi-Fi or 3G, lacklustre camera, cramped keyboard The Final Word The 680 has one of the most well-thought-out smartphone interfaces weve come across. The bright colours its available in make it more attractive and all of the programs that would app...
The 680 has one of the most well-thought-out smartphone interfaces weve come across. The bright colours its available in make it more attractive and all of the programs that would appeal to a mobile professional come preinstalled. Considering the tim...
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If you have been using a PDA to keep organised and a mobile phone to keep in touch, Palms Treo 680 does a great job at rolling those two functions into one device. A refinement of the previous Treo 650 smartphone, this smaller an...
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Palm's Treo 650 smart phone has spearheaded Palm's smart-phone business since its debut in the US in October 2004. Still, it's looking long in the tooth, especially after Palm shipped the Windows Mobile-based 700w and its Palm OS sibling, the 700p, ear...
The Treo 680 is a step up on its predecessor, dropping the 650's antenna stub, improving its software and increasing its memory size. It's just a shame Palm couldn't squeeze rather more out of the handset's battery. But the 680 is competitively priced...
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Zdnet.com.au Updated:
2016-11-15 02:06:58
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DesignIf youre a fan of existing Palm Treo models -- and the company has been somewhat slow to update the line locally -- then the first thing youll notice about the Treo 680 is its sleeker style. Theres no sign of an external antennae, and at 113 b...
Full QWERTY keyboard, Simple lock/unlock procedure, Quadband GSM, SD card support...
Sluggish performance, Audio quality could be better, Physical dialling pad is tiny, Awful VGA camera...
Palms latest smartphone will appeal to existing Palm users, but it still lags behind the Windows smartphone pack by a pretty clear margin.
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gadgetguy.com.au Updated:
2016-11-15 02:07:01
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Although the Treo 680 has its work cut out in competing against the big boys of the smartphone market, the affordable price and the appeal of the elegant Palm OS should help it win its share of attention. Its also the most obvious upgrade for loyal lo...
Good size and style, easy to use keyboard, chat-style display of SMS messages.
Light on battery life, not as fast as youd expect from a Palm device, no real advances for the smartphone category.
Although the Treo 680 has its work cut out in competing against the big boys of the smartphone market, the affordable price and the appeal of the elegant Palm OS should help it win its share of attention. Its also the most obvious upgrade for loyal lo...
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This month, Palm's Treo 680 stands out from the crowd in two ways. Not only is it more colourful than its competitors, but it's also the only phone to break the Symbian/Windows Mobile mould. This has a few advantages. First, despite the relatively aged...
A snappy performer, but let down by a fiddly keyboard...
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letstalk.com Updated:
2016-11-15 02:06:56
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While other smart phone manufacturers have been piling on the features for business-centric customers, Palm has made its Treo more attractive and ultimately more appealing to the masses. While heavy-duty business travelers will bemoan a somewhat thin f...
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pcworld.com_techhive.com Updated:
2016-11-15 02:06:56
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This affordable PDA phone features a sleeker design than past Treos, but relies on the same slow EDGE network for data access.
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mobileburn.com Updated:
2016-11-15 02:06:56
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Palm views its new 680 as a cross-over smartphone device. It lacks some of the power that other Treos have but is available for much less money, opening them up to new segment of consumers. Brad tests it out and comes away impressed.
Fantastic keyboard, great PIM functions for the price...
Steep UI leaning curve, poor outdoor screen usability, lack of highspeed data...
I know people that swear by the Palm OS platform, but I have never been convinced. To be completely honest though, that is mainly because I have never really sat down and learned how to get the most out of it. I am not going to lie to you, I still thin...
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v3.co.uk Updated:
2016-11-15 02:06:56
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An intelligent mobile phone with a full keyboard and a simple operating system...
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connectreviews.com Updated:
2016-11-15 02:06:56
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Since the first Treo was introduced by Handspring a couple of years ago, Palm has been spearheading the smartphone industry with the most popular line of smartphones to date. This month, I had the chance to test out the Treo 680. The Treo 680 from Palm...
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Palm seems to be doing something right given the fact that their Treo line of smartphones has become hugely popular. I mean, I dont think Im wrong when I say that the Treo is probably one of the most recognizable mobile phones on the planet these...
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Compared to other models in this price range, the 680 doesn't have the slim design or all the same features of features, but it just seems to put a smile on your face. For that reason, I have had the hardest time giving it back to Palm. This Treo isn't...
and RatingAs of this writing, my time with the 680 is all done. It is going in the box and back to Palm. However I have a different opinion of Palm than I did when I started this review. Palm played its hand just right with the 680. I do think that th...
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pdastreet.com Updated:
2016-11-15 02:06:56
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The Palm Treo 680 is the slimmer, more colorful little brother to the Treo 650 and 700p. Thats the tag line, anyway, so we were surprised when we got one in hand to find that its not actually that much smaller. Sure, the 680 is an improvement, if onl...
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smartphonetoday.com Updated:
2016-11-15 02:06:56
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The Palm Treo 680 is the slimmer, more colorful little brother to the Treo 650 and 700p. Thats the tag line, anyway, so we were surprised when we got one in hand to find that its not actually that much smaller. Sure, the 680 is an improvement, if on...
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Palm Treo 680 Review By: Ryan KairerDecember 4, 2006 The Treo 680 is the fourth and final new Treo promised by Palm prior to the start of 2006. When it was announced it was billed by Palm as a lower cost, more affordable Treo. Palm has hopes that more...
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The Palm Treo 680 is the latest smartphone from Palm and the first to be priced at under $200 (after rebate with a 2-year contract and data plan committment). Announced in October, the new Treo 680 is available through Cingular Wireless or by ordering...
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slashphone.com Updated:
2016-11-15 02:06:59
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In the past Ive been vaguely critical of the Treo 680, going so far as to label it the poor-mans 750v and question the sort of person who wouldnt spring the extra cash and get the top-spec model. After spending some time with it, however, Im begin...
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Laptopmag.com Updated:
2016-11-15 02:06:59
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Priced for the masses but also designed for the masses, the Treo 680 ($199 with two-year contract) combines an affordable price tag with Palms unparalleled ease of use. It comes with a revamped phone application and all of the other amenities that hav...
Lighter than previous Treos, Easy-to-use phone and favorites applications, Can read and edit attachments, Very good call quality, Free setup support for first 90 days...
Shorter battery life than Treo 650, Flimsy stylus, Color options cost more...
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Even before its available, the Treo 680 is a controversial device; perhaps the most controversial phone that Palm has talked about this year. Its intended to be an upgrade for Treo 650 users; and its intended to "enlarge the pie" -- to bring featu...
updated apps, form factor, price point, more storage, feature phone competitive...
battery life, 0.3 MP VGA camera, tough choice for 650 users...
If you have a GSM Treo 650 thats getting long in the tooth and youre out of contract (or you have a GSM Treo 600), the Treo 680 is a worthwhile upgrade, though definitely not mandatory. If you find your battery talked down at the end of the day, th...
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mobilitytoday.com Updated:
2016-11-15 02:06:59
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Back at the Digital Life show in New York Palm announced the new Treo 680 Smartphone. Its your phone along with email, messaging, and web access. Not to mention your contacts, calendar, photos, and songs. Sounds like a lot. And it is. But everythings...
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Improving ever so slightly on the popular Palm Treo 650, the new Palm Treo 680 is a basic, easy-to-use smartphone. Palms OS is still the simplest thing around for calendar-and-contacts management, so this smartphone will attract folks skittish about...
More memory than Treo 650. Still very easy to use.
Lacks high-speed data, stereo Bluetooth, multitasking, and other common modern features. Not a great speakerphone.
An incremental update to the Treo 650, the Treo 680 is still the easiest smartphone to use. It will appeal to new smartphone users but not to the tech-savvy...
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Treo 680 The "affordable" Treo sells for $199 through Cingular and $399 unlocked for use with any GSM carrier direct from Palm. The Treo 680 sports a sleeker, antenna-less design but inside closely resembles the Treo 650. Its a quad band GSM phone wit...
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But one area that it has done a lot better than others has been making high value, low cost devices. Its most successful models, the Zire, Zire 21, Tungsten E, and many others have sold under the magic $300 price line have struck a chord with many cons...
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Since this article was written, Brighthand has published a more complete review of the Treo 680, which can be found here.Palm unveiled its latest product, the Treo 680, at the Digital Life show yesterday.Much of the Treo 680 was expected, but Palm did...
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Palm has introduced a new range of quad-band Palm Treo 680 smartphones, running the tried and trusted Palm OS. Backed by a $25 million marketing campaign - their biggest marketing campaign in half a decade - Palm is hoping that the lower priced Treos w...
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tech-faq.com Updated:
2016-11-15 02:07:01
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The Treo 680 is a fantastic full featured smartphone. It is an advancement of the Treo 650 which offers a lighter and thinner case and no antenna stub. The Treo 680 is packed with lots of goodies including a QWERTY keyboard, EDGE data communication...
Slim design and no antenna stub ,Great features and true functionality ,Perfect for road warriors or professionals ,SD memory card slot ,Decent digital camera ,Bluetooth capability...
Battery life is horrible; you should either carry a spare battery with you or use high energy apps less often ,Can be pricey...
The Palm Treo 680 is a great smart phone that is filled with easy to use and practical features. For the most part, this device is a good buy, but there are some things that should be improved in future versions.
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