So Is It Worth It? ---YOU BET IT IS!

By , posted Saturday, Jun. 18th, 2005
Reader Comments: 12

4. PhatPad ($29.95)

There is so much to learn and this program looked so cool. PhatPad allows you to draw pictures, jot text notes, put a mixture of pictures and text, or create simple animation on a virtual scratch pad. The digital ink technology, which provides a very smooth ink flow, gives you the feeling that you’re actually writing on a piece of paper. It has been a very interesting experience and I expect I will enjoy mastering this program.

5. Pocket Quicken ($34.95)

I have always used Quicken for my checking account. I have found it to be an invaluable tool but have often wished I had the ability to input data while out and about. Now with Pocket Quicken, I will be able to fully complement my desktop version. Pocket Quicken truly places your financial activity at your fingertips making it easy to keep your Quicken information complete, accurate and up-to-date wherever and whenever you go. I believe that the ability to have instant access to account balances and previous expenditures will enhance my ability to maintain my financial accounts.

6. Virtual Pool ($19.95)

It is nice to have a few games especially when you get a one that has superior graphics and comes close as possible to be like a real life game. It has been said that this is the only pool simulation so real it’s guaranteed to improve your game in the pool hall. I’ll take all the help I can get! It truly has been a fun game to play!

7. Conversions in hand ($18.95)

I have always had a program that allowed me to make simple conversions. It was fine but not as comprehensive as I would have liked to have had. This unit conversion program has over 200 different conversion types, including currencies. Because it has won four years in a row, it was what you would call a “no brainer”.

8. GTS Racing Challenge ($19.95)

Stunning graphics, great sound, and a fun experience is how I would describe this game. I had to laugh at myself as I felt the adrenaline rush while driving --- opps, playing the game. This will prove to be a great diversion!

9. Photogenics ($49.95)

I have always enjoyed “playing” with my drawing programs on my PC. It was fun to try to be creative and come up with some work of art (so to speak). The ability to use my iPAQ to draw pictures from scratch or edit existing images using realistic media was very intriguing. Now while I am relaxing by the waters edge, I can draw with an airbrush or chalk or pencil some of that great scenery I am always looking at. Maybe, just maybe, I will find that hidden artistic talent that is somewhere hidden inside.

10. ThemeMakerPro Plus SE ($34)

I have always wanted to make my own themes from pictures that I have taken of my favorite ocean views. ThemeMakerPro is an application with a lot of advanced features that will allow me to create themes that look professional and yet will have that personal touch. I like that! Having the ability to edit images, make changes to selected parts of an image, add effects, make color adjustments, and even paint if I have the need is very intriguing. This will be a “rainy day” program that I will thoroughly enjoy.

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Boy if the two programs I have _tried_ to use off this CD are any indication, the PPC software market is extremely immature. Program 1: Battery Pack Pro had so many bugs (corrupts Today Screen, causes soft resets every couple of hours, etc, etc,trashed the hardware buttons). That I had to remove it after 2 days use). Program 2, DVD to Pocket PPC, Can't handle movies over 167 minutes long. Has unidentified problems with other DVDs (just quits working) and numerous other errors.

All in all pretty shabby work.

The good news? At least I didn't pay full price for this junk and _maybe_ I'll find some software that does work reliably.

Posted by latenite, Monday, Jul. 18th, 2005

I've spent well over $400 on software over the past year and a half.....I would've bought this package if only it was available sooner!

Posted by David Smith, Saturday, Jul. 2nd, 2005

Check it out. They even have a spreadsheet that allows you to check off the programs you want so you can see if spending the $280 is worth it for you. I have purchased this software collection and can only say great things about it. The registration process is simple and they contact all vendors for you and you get your registration information e-mailed to you.

Posted by jp08361, Friday, Jun. 24th, 2005

I cant tell you how much i have spent but I know its in the hundreds of dollars so for someone new it might be a good fit.

Posted by David Ciccone, Monday, Jun. 20th, 2005

coachdeb

And it is a no brainer even if you are not starting off new. I have a lot of programs, most are pretty good but with this CD, I now have rounded out my "collection" with the programs I have always wanted to get but just never did.

The savings for me was HUGE and the satisfaction was even bigger!!

Posted by Jack Cook, Sunday, Jun. 19th, 2005

Click here and read how it works. It is a RISK FREE OFFER, you really can't lose.

Posted by Jack Cook, Sunday, Jun. 19th, 2005

The CD reads "Demos of the best pocket pc software" are they all just demos or upon trying them do i contact PPC Magazine and ask for the regestration codes of the software?

Posted by Zeritel, Sunday, Jun. 19th, 2005

I'd seen this offer but couldn't make really good use of it because I had an older MIPS-based pocket pc -- a Casio E125. It just would never die! But finally, I couldn't stand not having something new (I gave the Casio to my daughter who is LOVING IT!) so I sprang for an Ipaq 4700 (nice choice, but still not perfect). Anyway, once I had a new target in hand, you better believe I jumped on this deal! I did exactly the same thing Jack did: sat with the software list, added up the total of the ones I'd have purchased anyway, and found that it would have taken me only 8 programs to reach $280. It's a no brainer if you have a new Pocket PC to load up!

Posted by coachdeb, Sunday, Jun. 19th, 2005

I did a quick analysis and it is definitely a good deal for me. There is sooo much!

Posted by Beth, Saturday, Jun. 18th, 2005

I think it is a bargain. I just have not done it because I was not sure. Thanks for the review Jack, I like the way you looked at it. It was very helpful.

Posted by bean_garden, Saturday, Jun. 18th, 2005

I don't know if that was a popular consensus. That certainly was not an issue I have ever heard.

Frankly, I felt it was well worth investigating for our readers. It is a terrific bargain for those that want a library of software that is ALL TOP NOTCH!

Everything in life is a choice. If one decides to get the package, then they will have saved an extraordinary amount of money. If they choose not to get the package...they still save money (because they didn't spend any).

You have to decide if it is the right deal for you...for me, it was!

Posted by Jack Cook, Saturday, Jun. 18th, 2005

This package has been out for awhile. The popular consensus was that it wasn't worth the money and not too many people would spend the kind of money to get it's content.

Posted by JNGold, Saturday, Jun. 18th, 2005

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