Product Requirements:
Device:
Zaurus SL5500

The Sharp Zaurus Linux PDA has caught the attention of popular case maker Extreme Limit. They are one of the first companies to have created a case made specifically for this new PDA.

In the tradition and style of their other offerings, this case is made entirely of leather and is available with or without a belt clip. The Body-Suit is made of a thick rigid leather that has a pebbly texture and as I've said in other Extreme Limit reviews, it reminds me of a hard guitar case and does not have any padding in the screen cover and holster portions. The rigid leather should protect the PDA from everyday bumps and abuse. It should also help somewhat in the event of a short drop.

The Zaurus slides into the holster portion of this case easily and once inserted feels secure enough that there's no fear that it will fall out on its own. Two leather covered tabs keep the PDA from sliding through in the holster. The holster actually only surrounds the top part of the PDA and leaves the lower portion fully accessible. You can even slide down the thumb keyboard for easy use while in this case.

The left side of the Body-Suit has separate cutouts for the IR port and SD card slot while the right side has a metal D ring lanyard attachment.

The top of the case is open to allow for access to the CF slot, stylus silo and earphone jack.

The screen cover portion of the case has 2 horizontal card slots and is held closed with both a small square of Velcro and a long leather tab and loop. I really don't like the addition of the Velcro. I don't think it's needed at all as the tab and loop hold the case closed just fine.

A nice feature of  most Body-Suit cases is the ability to turn the screen cover into a desktop stand for easy viewing of the PDA screen.

The only thing that you can't do while the Zaurus is in this case is sync and / or charge with the cradle. There is a cutout for the AC adapter connector, but for syncing you'll need a cable if you wish to leave the PDA in this case.

The materials and workmanship are top quality as with all the Extreme Limit cases I've reviewed in the past. This is a nice case that does add some significant bulk to the PDA, but at the same time it also adds protection and style.
 

Price: ~$44.50 US no belt clip JYEN 5,550
           ~$46.89 US belt clip JYEN 5,850

Pros:
Rigid screen protection
Custom design

Cons:
Somewhat bulky
Must remove PDA to sync / charge with cradle