Home | Stories | Reviews | TreoCast | Treo Store | Accessories | Software | Discussion | Mobile | About | Search   treocentral.com >> Products & Reviews >> Accessories Pacific Rim Open Hard Case Wed Aug 10, 2005 - 12:05 PM EDT - By Douglas Morse Table of Contents � OverviewConclusion Overview The Pacific Rim Hardcase comes from the same mold as the DSI Hardcase and the Innopocket cases. They share the same form factor, hinge design, grips, neoprene lining and with the exception of the new Innopocket Magnum, lightweight aluminum casing. The differences are mainly in the cutouts. The DSI Hardcase has only a small cut out over the screen for viewing of caller information. The Innopocket cuts out for the entire screen, but protects it with a hard, clear piece of plastic. The Pacific Rim hardcase goes one further and leaves the keyboard totally exposed in an effort to maximize usability while still gaining some of the benefits of the hard case. There are also cutouts for the camera and speakers as well as the side rockers. The bottom port is open as is the top of the case. Design It is a bit odd to have the Treo exactly three quarters protected and then have this huge open space for the keyboard. It looks as if someone simply forgot to finish this case. The upper part of the case easily opens on its hinge, but like the other cases I mentioned, the hinge feels a bit too wiggly. The top part of the case has a cutout framing a large plastic window for the screen. There is also a modest cut out for the status LED and the headset speaker. The sides of the case have simple plastic grips. Further access is granted for the camera, speaker, side switches, top/bottom ports, and headset jack. The inside of the case is a thin layer of soft neoprene, which holds the Treo secularly in place. Functionality I have a few quibbles with this case. First off, I found that the headset speaker cutout not to be generous enough. The sound volume was a bit low. I also managed to ding up the Open Hard Case a bit too -- putting some scratches on the plastic and on the aluminum as well. The keyboard is easy to use, the switches, ports, and speaker cut outs work. If you are adept at the five-way navigator, the case rarely needs to be flipped open. The only trouble I had was figuring out how to carry the thing. It does come with a simple, removable belt clip and that seems fine, if unimpressive. Since I was worried about scratching the protective plastic further, I’ve taken to carrying my Treo and wallet in a waist pouch. Next Page: Conclusion >>   User Opinions 100% 0% Read Opinions (2) Would you recommend Pacific Rim Open Hard Case? Yes   No   Product Info Details » Name Pacific Rim Open Hard Case » Company Pacific Rim Technologies » Weight 1.7 oz. / 4.6 g. » Fact Sheet & User Opinions Availability » Available Pricing » $29.95 Sponsored Links Pacific Rim Open Hard Case from TreoCentral Store References Actions » Print this page » Cases Chargers Bluetooth Headsets Keyboards Memory Protectors Cradles Styli More Treo Accessories Palm 1200mAh Battery for Treo 750, Treo 680 Extend your talk time! Just $14.95 BUY More Batteries Seidio 1350mAh OEM Sized Extended Battery for Centro, Treo 800w More talking and texting! Just $39.95 BUY More Batteries Palm Pen Stylus (3-Pack) for Treo 755p, 750, 680 Extra Styli! Just $14.95 BUY More Styli Mobi Products Cradle w/ Spare Battery Slot for Treo Pro Charge your device and a spare battery Just $24.95 BUY More Cradles Mobi Products Cradle w/ Spare Battery Slot for Treo 800w Charge your Treo 800w and spare battery Just $24.95 BUY More Cradles Krusell Apollo Leather Case for Treo Pro Practical yet classic Just $34.95 BUY More Leather Cases Krusell Hector Leather Case for Treo Pro Features 2 reinfored leather belt loops Just $29.95 BUY More Side Cases Motorola H15 Bluetooth Headset Best background noise cancellation Just $109.95 BUY More Wireless Headsets Smartphone Experts Top Pouch for Treo Pro Keep your Pro safe and secure Just $24.95 BUY More Top Cases Smartphone Experts Side Pouch for Treo Pro Elegance with a custom fit Just $24.95 BUY More Side Cases Seidio Spring-Clip Holster for Treo Pro Security with quick and easy access Just $29.95 BUY More Holsters Palm Vehicle Power Charger for Treo Pro, Treo 800w Charge your Treo as you drive Just $29.95 BUY More Car Chargers BlackBerry Micro-USB Travel Charger for Treo Pro, Treo 800w Features folding blades for maximum portability Just $19.95 BUY More Wall Chargers

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