PdaNet Reviews from Mobihand/Palmgear/Handango/Download.com
PdaNet for Treo 650, PdaNet for Windows Mobile
Feb-2006 by Kenneth C originated from PocketGear
Does a wonderful job. Allows one to link to the internet any place where the reception to the phone/PDA exists. Makes me love my XV6700 all the more. Thanks for a great product.
Feb-2006 by Don B originated from PocketGear
There are manual ways to do the same thing, but this is so easy. Download and hit connect, that's it. I will pay this for the ease of use. Super cool
Jan-2006 by Bill originated from Mobihand
Wow - this is really awesome. The Speed is decent via Verizon.
I can't wait to test it on the road...
by Robert originated from Mobihand
Slick! Simple and quick to install. 192k connection with Alltel
Wireless. Sweet!
by Eudon originated from Mobihand
Talk about bang for your buck. Just when I though I had pushed
my Treo to its limit, then this. WOW!
by Daddy O originated from Mobihand
Only had it for a few days but already saved my butt. Highly
recomend it. Download it.
by Bill originated from Mobihand
I have been using PDA Net with my Treo 650 Cingular service.
It is simple to use and works great.
by Lottie originated from Mobihand
I rate this product a 5. I'm so glad I can disconnect my ISP
now because this is faster than my ISP connection. A wonderful product. Definitely
will buy the full version.
4-Jan-2006 by Pazu P originated
from Palmgear
I get constantly disconnected in a bad luck day (in my hotel
room, no movements...) and I don't know why, I wouldn't have similar problems
with Treo 650 alone, only when I use it with Pdanet... never understand why.
But somehow it's still such an amazing softwares to let my Treo become a modem,
I use it everyday, I don't have broadband most of the time so this software
is extremely useful for me, essential, it saves my money so I don't have to
buy an additional PCMCIA GPRS modem. Five stars!
14-Dec-2005 by Mike J originated
from Palmgear
It just works. So simple to use it's amazing. I bought it
even after I got DUN working on my cingular Treo 650. Dun was fine but it
was a hassle to constantly pair it with my laptop. Initially I thought it
was a bluetooth problem so I bought PDANet so I could use it with the USB
cable. On a whim, I decided to try to connect with Bluetooth and was amazed
to find that because of the way that it works - it paired correctly with my
laptop each time so now to connect I press a single button and put the phone
in my pocket. The only feature I would love to see is an automatic reconnect
when the connection is lost. I use my PDA on the train and because we're moving
so fast my connection waivers in and out. Would be nice if it just reconnected
automatically. For me - with the Edge network I get about 100kps when I check
with toast.net.Get it and avoid the hassle. Developer answers emails quickly
and professionally.
17-Nov-2005 by Kevin S originated
from Palmgear
I initially tried this app via bluetooth and couldn't get
it to work. I also bluetooth sync so there may have been a conflict there
that I need to look deeper into resolving. But if you bluetooth sync too and
want to use this via bluetooth, it's a bit challenging. Im' assuming it can
be made to work with some effort. So i pulled out my travel USB connector
and went that route. Came up instantly, no problems at all. Surfing over Cingular
is a tad slow but it does work in a pinch when there's no WiFi around.
08-Nov-2005 by Vivianne
I originated
from Palmgear
WOW! Fabulous function "right out of the box"! This software
is just what I was looking for. Using it couldn't have been easier and speed
was effective (used with USB cable). Thank you for developing this seemless-to-use
product. I also installed the pdaReach; it too was surprisingly easy to use
the first time and briskly responsive. Both products instantly have made my
upcoming out-of-state trip a lot easier from the perspective of Intenet access
via laptop and typing certain types ofcontent-heavy information into my Treo
650. THANK YOU!
22-Aug-2005 by Jay S originated
from Palmgear
Additional rambling to my prior review: After playing a little
more with PDANet, I realize that you can change the speed of the connection.
So I have it set at the max. of 384 Kbps. The computer advises that I am currently
sending 174,101 bytes per second and receiving at 340,994 bytes per second.
And again my Treo 650 is showing one "bar" of Sprint signal. Hope the technical
info. helps!
INSTALLATION ISSUE RESOLVED-WORKS PERFECT originated from Handango
A
reviewer from Sarasota, FL, 2006-01-08 14:52:41
"Prior
review about installation problems is now resolved. Product works perfectly....
click on Treo icon and I am immediateoly connected... no muss no fuss. Very
Very Happy."
excellent excellent with some minor install and boot-up run issues originated from Handango
A reviewer from Florida, 2006-01-02 08:32:39
"Incredible. This program works great. I did have some installation issues as I had to (per FAQ) create a dummy Network Connection to get it to work (see FAQ instructions), and now after boot up, to get it to work, I have to go to Network Connections and "dial" the dummy connection (and then close out) to get PDANET to make the connection. After that - works great. I just e-mailed support and maybe they will have an easy solution, but I don't care, its worth it as is. I have and will be using it at hotels which do not have free internet or wifi access."
SAVE MONEY!!! originated from Handango
A reviewer from Southern California, 2005-10-08 23:07:20
"This is an excellent product. I spent hours trying to figure out how to get my Treo to act as a modem for my laptop. Now my laptop connects via my synch cable and through my already-paid-for web access on my Treo. I don''t have to pay for another internet connection and I don''t have to pay $80 a month for a laptop card. This program is fantastic! I wish I had found it earlier..."
PdaNet for Treo 600
27-Aug-2004 by Jung K
originated from Palmgear
The software works as advertised. I think people need to actually
test their bandwidth, rather than going by what Windows tells them. Although
Windows XP Pro reported my connection at 145kbps, testing showed that my speed
was actually about 39kbps.
27-Aug-2004 by Darrayl L
originated from Palmgear
WOW!!!! WHAT AN INDREDIBLE PIECE OF SOFTWARE!! QUITE POSSIBLY
THE GREATEST ELECTRONIC INVENTION SINCE THE LIGHT BULB! I USED THE TRIAL DEMO
VER. & QUITE SIMPLY WILL BE PURCHASING THE FULL PRODUCT BEFORE THE TRIAL VER.
EXPIRES!!. THIS IS A "MUST HAVE " FOR ANY ONE THAT HAS A LAPTOP (& TREO 270/300
OR 600 OF COURSE) & NEEDS MOBILE WEB/DATA ACCESS; BUT DOES NOT WANT TO BE
DUPED INTO PURCHASING HIGH PRICED AIRCARDS & OR PAY EXTRA UNECESSARY MONTHLY
AIRCARD DATA CHARGES. I'M ACHIEVING CONSISTANT 145k VIA MY TREO 600 VIA SPRINT
. I HAD BEEN SEARCHING THE WEB THE PAST FEW YEARS IN SEARCH OF AN EASY TO
USE & TROUBLE FREE PRODUCT SUCH AS THIS. ESPECIALLY AFTER HAVING OWNED VARIOUS
OTHER MODELS (TREO 300; SAMSUNG I330) OF PDA SMARTPHONE DEVICES. I AM GLAD
THAT I FINALLY REGISTERED WITH THE "PALMGEAR"/ PALMONE WEB SITE AS THEY PROVIDED
THE LINK TO THE GREAT FOLKS @ PdaNet./ JUNE FABRICS PDA TECH GROUP GREAT PRODUCT;
GREAT JOB; KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK.
27-Jun-04 by scott G originated
from Palmgear
works like a charm! i'm connecting
via sprint at 145 kbps. thank you! two enhancement requests: 1. enable pdanet
to run in background (eg, pocketunes),
so that you can do other things on the pda like
hotsync. 2. allow screen on pda
to be shut off while running (eg, pocketunes).
31-May-04 by Bob I
originated from Palmgear
I can't beleve this. This is the
best program out there for communicaitons. I just
downloaded it and I was connected. Not bad speed at all. GREAT JOB!!!
22-May-04 by Florin
V originated from Palmgear
Excellent software. Congratulations!
21-May-04 by Don B originated from
Palmgear
Just tested the demo - this program RAWKS! Got a connect speed
of nearly 200kbps with a weak wireless signal (2 out of five bars) on a Sprint
PCS Treo 600. Combined with Sprint's flat-rate PCS Vision, you
can't beat this with a stick! CHEAP FAST WIRELESS WITHOUT A WI-FI HOTSPOT!
I'm buying the registered version, NOW! YOU SHOULD TOO!!!
18-May-04 by Debbie C
originated from Palmgear
Great application. Saves mucho dough when on the road!!!!
16-May-04 by Rich F
originated from Palmgear
amazing!
13-Apr-04 by Peter Y originated from
Palmgear
Works beautifully with SprintPCS.
Installs easily. Seamless, connects with network within 10-15 sec. Much easier
than I imagine. Avg speed 145 kbps, no screamer but no problem with email
and web pages. Simply touch screen on Treo to get
going. Well designed, well priced, good value.
29-Mar-04 by Charles C originated
from Palmgear
excellent software ! I just bought my treo
600 for sprint, and use this with the sync cable with my laptop. I able to
browse, works, and vpn to my office at a very good
speed. I used to have ricochet for wireless service (before they went bankrupt
2 years ago), and I can say this is much more stable then them, there is no
signal drop, just constant upload and download using this piece of software
to my treo 600. I recommend this must have software for sprint +
treo 600. another comment from greatful
user...
22-Mar-04 by Michael S originated
from Palmgear
All I can say is WOW! I use both an AirCard
and PdaNet and get better throughput from PdaNet
and didn't have to pay for the aircard. sprint service
is outstanding across the nation. There has not been anywhere that I have
not been able to connect, generally with sustained 90kbps plus. I can't say
enough about this product (and I am not related to or in any way connected
with the author).
06-Feb-04 by Michael G originated
from Palmgear
Ditto all the above (I'm on Sprint PCS too)! Plus, works well
with Microsoft and Cisco VPN solutions.
31-Jan-04 by Eric J originated from
Palmgear
This is awesome! I just hope my Sprint bill doesn't show up
with some unexpected charges! The connection to Sprint in the Phoenix metro area is great! Only thing needed
is an auto off for the screen once you are connected
27-Jan-04 by Phil B originated from
Palmgear
Wow! I am connecting at roughly 3x the speed of my 56k modem.
Setup was effortless, and it configured itself I guess (I sure didn't configure
it). I use SprintPCS Treo600 BTW.
20-Jan-04 by Tiffany H originated from Palmgear
This application is the best! It is easy to use and connects
faster to the internet than dial-up. With PDA Net Treo
600, I can browse the web anywhere. Thank you!
BUY THIS SOFTWARE NOW! originated from Handango
***@earthlink.net
from ATL, Ga, December 23, 2004
"For
the road warrior this is a must have. It has saved me so much time,now I can get away from the office and spend time with
my clients. Dont pay for the "air card"
this is cheaper and works better. Best of all it does not use your minutes
connects through your phones web browser."
The Program Paid for itself in one month. originated from Handango
A reviewer
from Philadelphia, PA,
December 8, 2004
"Before
my Treo, I used to use my cell phone to get my email
over the Verizon network. I frequently need to get
"real" file attachments and get them into software on the laptop
- not just the toy apps like Docs-to-Go. I used to pay 79.99 a month for the
unlimited Mobile Office data plan. With PDANet and
unlimited PDA data for $44.99, I can get the same functionality. The only
thing I no longer have is the ability to use the Quick2Net (14.4kbps) system
in non-Verizon areas, such as a large portion of
central VA."
Awesome!!! originated from Handango
Roger
from Juana Diaz, Puerto Rico, November 28,
2004
"Simple
to install and use. Another one good reason for any Treo
owner to get this software. I was already satisfied with my Treo but with this software allowing me to connect anywhere.
It doesn't get any better than this, folks!!!"
Excellent! Must Have Application
for the Road Warrior originated from Handango
Lloyd
from Boston, MA, August 17, 2004
"This
is a most excellent application. A must have for the traveler. Often wireless
access points are not available. This application provides just another valuable
use for the Treo 600. Easily installed, easy to
use. Now I can connect my laptop anywhere anytime."
Excellent (and sometimes only)
way to access e-mail originated from Handango
***@hotmail.com
from Bainbridge Island,
WA USA,
July 8, 2004
"I
bought a Treo 600 just prior to a recent trip to
Europe and I downloaded the trial version of PdaNet. I was hoping to use the Treo
in place of a PCcard wireless modem. In airports
and in many hotels in Europe without any
net access, I was able to access email and work online using the Treo via GPRS. The software was very easy to install and
worked almost flawlessly all the time. If I was interupted
by a phone call during an online session, the phone/software would "freeze"
or the port on my laptop wouldn't operate properly, and both the phone and
laptop needed to be rebooted. Don't wait for the phone to clear itself; just
reboot using the tool built into the stylus. That was my only problem with
the software/hardware combination. I would be happy to answer any questions,
because I now have a pretty good working knowledge of the system and using
it in Western Europe and US airports."
145 kps...OMG!! I'm working from the Boat tomorrow originated from Handango
Edison
C from Nashville, TN, June 17, 2004
"It
didn't believe it when I read the comments and description of this program.
My buddy has one of those Verizon air cards and
can only connect at 70-90 kps.....This thing rocks!
Downloaded...synced...tapped on the program and by golly it worked. I promptly
went to pay the money to register."
ROCKING
Add-On for the Treo 600 - Easy and FAST!!! originated from Handango
A reviewer
from Los Gatos, CA, May 31, 2004
"This
is the greatest piece of software for the Treo 600,
it's SO easy and quick. I consistantly connect at
57.8K on the Cingular network through my laptop
and the USB connection cable. With an unlimited plan that's only 19.95/mo
I don't need to worry about finding local numbers and paying hotels for any
'local connection charges' it works... buy it."
Simply The Best!!!
originated from Handango
Terrance
from Boston, MA, May 26, 2004
"I
use my Treo 600 as my only phone, and this is a
perfect way to access the internet when I'm at home. I love it, and many of
my friends are truly envious!"
Awesome. originated from Handango
***@email.com
from Los Angeles, CA, May 25, 2004
"I
just cancelled the dial-up account I kept around for emergencies. Now my laptop
is truly free. Make sure you install the latest Treo
PCS update."
Best internet connection product
for the Treo 600 originated from Handango
A reviewer
from Fort Myers Beach,
Florida, May 24, 2004
"Great
for connecting my laptop to the internet while I am offshore on my boat. Best
of all it is faster then my home dial-up connection. Best internet connection
product I have seen in a long time!"
Great functionality a much needed
tool for Treo users originated from Handango
***@zoominternet.net
from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, May 21, 2004
"Often
when going to corporate offices you can not access the internet for email,
etc because of firewall issues and this software allows you to connect via
your phone. Easy to install and run!"
Creativity at its best!
originated from Handango
Joe
A from Belmont,
CA, April 14, 2004
"A
very practical solution that I use when I travel to foreign destinations or
simply when I am at some US airports that do not have WiFi"
You have yo
get your self a treo originated from Handango
robdeniro from NYC, April 11, 2004
"this
is the type of software that makes treo 600 that
best phone/pda so far.(1.add the software 2.get
out your laptop,sync it and u online. its like 1,2,3.
just this time its only 2 steps. from your "treoman
600 robdeniro""
Faster than dialup
originated from Handango
***@yahoo.com
from Dallas, TX, April 5, 2004
"Easy
to install and use, I am getting around 160kbps while out on the road."
Great product!!
originated from Handango
A reviewer
from New Mexico,
March 18, 2004
"Simple
install. allows pc connect through your cell phone.. . combined with the Sprint
unlimited access internet you get wireless pc acces
at 150 kbps rather than 56 k...saves the price of a hardware card for wirelees internet"
This beats Verizon's
product at a fraction of the cost (one time only)
originated from Handango
KMott from Utah,
January 2, 2004
"I
have used Verizon's product and have found Pdanet to be a far superior product. It loaded and fuctioned with no problems whatsoever and it connects at
faster speeds to the internet. The best part is you do not have to purchase
anymore hardware for this to function. It works right out of the box!"
PdaNet for Treo 300/270/180
25-Aug-03 by Xin F originated from Palmgear
If you have a Treo, you need this
program. Period. It is very simple to install and to use and meanwhile customizable
if you need. Performance is second to none; I get 150k downloading speed constantly,
that's as fast as you can get with SprintPCS network.
02-Jun-03 by scott r originated from Palmgear
I bought this for the Sprint network and found out that PCS
proxies port 80 and their proxy server doesn't work at times. My solution
was to connect to another proxy server for port 80 and it has been extremely
stable ever since.
09-May-03 by rich k originated from Palmgear
It works great!! I installed it and was on-line within 2 minutes
of obtaining the program. I am able to get Lotus Notes with my laptop from
anywhere there is a digital line. Now that's fantastic.
21-Apr-03 by Chris M originated from Palmgear
Essential for business travelers. Higher speeds than dial
up and complete mobility (why wait until you get to the hotel, or back to
the office?). When traveling, I no longer connect to the hotel phone. I've
used this program for over a month and the connections have been flawless.
Speeds have ranged from acceptable (20k to 40k) to phenomenal (over 100k in
some areas - depends on the cell cignal). I have
had no problems, and I would highly recommend this to anyone who wishes to
travel with a laptop and not be tethered to a tedious and slow phone line.
Well worth the money.
19-Apr-03 by Jaime A originated from Palmgear
I stopped carrying around my laptop because my treo
300 could do more for me while i was out. This program
makes carrying a laptop worth the trouble. I have conducted bandwidth tests
on several different sites and consistently achieve speeds around 100kbps!
It attracts a lot of attention when you surf on the train.
18-Mar-03 by wesley p originated from Palmgear
I have a treo 300 with sprint service.
First of all, I would like to say that treo and
sprint rock!!! (e-mail, web browse, pda with unlimited
internet service) Secondly, I didn't even imagine that I can use treo 300 as wireless modem for my laptop. It goes up to
twice as fast as 56k. this is must have if you have treo
300.
Easy Install and Impressive Speed originated from Handango
***@lexcominc.net
from Lexington, NC, August 12, 2004
"I
give this 5 stars. I used it for 10 days now and my speed is an impressive
145Kbps with a good signal and 65Kbps with a low signal. Having broadband
will in the car. Wonderfull!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
Perfect!! originated from Handango
***@bellsouth.net
from Atlanta, February 2, 2004
"I
took advantage of the software along with my PCS Vision $15 service. The connection
speed is even more impressive pendig the signal
strength of my Treo. Handspring and Sprint PCS both
get an A+."
Excellent Value!
originated from Handango
Noe L from San Jose,
CA, January 18, 2004
"Simple
to set up, easy to use, and provides incredible surfing and downloading capabilities.
Would give it five stars if it worked with Windows 98. Otherwise, still an
excellent value!"
Perfect! originated from Handango
***@comcast.net
from Chicago, IL, December 31, 2003
"Bought
it right away after trying it once."
Does what it is suppose to do!
LOVE IT! originated from Handango
A reviewer
from Sacramento,
Ca., November 2, 2003
"It
does exactly what it is suppose to, and hey who needs anything else if you
are connected to the net at 145kbs and totally mobile!"
Best product ever! Have laptop
internet anywhere your Treo has a signal! originated from
Download.com
Reviewer: www.enginerunup.com 12-Feb-2005
06:23:43 AM
Pros: This product works exactly as advertised.
Easy to setup, easy to start. I just wanted to add that they have software
for all the Treo's, because the one here at download.com
doesn't work on the Treo 600 & 650. Go to there
website, it is all still free, at: junefabrics.com/palmnet/index.php Happy surfing!
Works Great! originated from
Download.com
Reviewer: Kal
30-Nov-2004 01:09:59 PM
Easy installation, works flawlessly.
A must have.
my vote all the way to the bank originated from
Download.com
Reviewer: I.C.E. 17-Oct-2004 05:10:01 PM
getting the pdanet
for the treo setup and installed correctly is a
bit of a pain but once it's done it works perfectly
Essential tool for people on the
go originated from Download.com
Reviewer: SeeThroughMirrors.com
23-Sep-2004 11:42:12 AM
I just got a Treo
300, and was disappointed that I could no longer connect my laptop to my phone.
Luckily, PdaNet makes this possible--it's a lifesaver
for Treo owners with laptops!
A huge bonus originated
from Download.com
Reviewer: DM 03-Jun-2004 07:00:47 AM
This app works flawless. I'm using
right now on the train. What a big bonus.
