Official Gadgeteer Hands On Review: SpringWallet Springboard Module Holder
by Julie Strietelmeier
Last date revised: 11/16/2001

I've been a fan of the Handspring Visor since it first came out. I like the Springboard expansion system and own several modules. On more than one occasion, I've found myself digging around blindly at the bottom of my gear bag trying to find module X. After several moments of grumbling, I usually find it, but I've often thought that there must be a better way to organize these nifty little items. Well guess what, now there is!

The SpringWallet from TechSynthesis is a simple case designed specifically for holding and transporting your Springboard modules. It is a fold up, Velcro closed, soft case that can hold 4 regular sized modules in separate compartments.

This cloth wallet is available in a variety of colors including: Black, Mocha, Blue, or Green. Special limited edition "Pride Patterns" are also available for an extra charge and include African inspired and rainbow prints.

The material used to create the outside of the case has a light weight canvas feel to it, while the inside material is more stretchy.

The SpringWallet unfolds to reveal 4 Springboard pockets, 2 AA battery pockets and 2 elastic stylus holders. The whole assemblage folds up and is held closed by a large Velcro flap.

The Springboard pockets can really only accommodate regular sized modules. Modules such as the HandyGPS Pro or the VisorPhone will not fit. One thing that I did find out is that you can use the SpringWallet as a Compact Flash card holder too. Each Springboard pocket can actually hold up to 4 stacked CF cards. So this product would be perfect for someone with a large CF card collection as well as a Springboard module collection.

I'll admit that this product isn't flashy or high tech. It actually has a comforting 'homespun' feel to it. But while being simple, it is a great and inexpensive way to keep your modules organized and in one place. I'm definitely keeping one of these in my gear bag from now on.

Price: $19.99 (Limited edition prints $24.99)

Pros:
Convenient organizer
Inexpensive

Cons:
Can't hold oversized modules

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