Sony Clie PEG-TG50 Handheld

Product Description

The PEG-TG50 CLI? handheld features Palm OS 5 software, high-resolution color screen, built-in voice recorder and MP3 audio player, providing everything you need to stay organized and entertained. Integrated keyboard can be used to type in new appointments or take notes on the go. Don't want to take your notebook PC on the road? You can view native Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint files on the handheld with no need to convert the files. Integrated Bluetooth networking feature will allow you to browse the web using wireless connection with similarly enabled cell phones. Very unique, very Sony.

Amazon.com Review

Sony's PEG-TG50 Clié is a bit of a maverick in terms of its hardware design which incorporates a rather solid flip-up lid which protects the screen and a tiny keyboard.

The PEG-TG50 runs Palm OS version 5, and has Bluetooth built in. The processor is a nice fast 200MHz Intel PXA 250, and 11MB of the 16MB of RAM on board is available. There is a Memory Stick slot if you need more. The screen offers a resolution of 320 x 320 and is square rather than the more usual rectangular shape we've seen in other Cliés with a clamshell type design. The keyboard is small so you'll need to use the stylus or a fingernail to make the most of it, and entering text is pretty slow. Though on the plus side, an orange backlight provides illumination when you press a key, which could come in very handy in dark situations. There is a Graffiti area which is software driven so you can use this for text input instead of the keyboard.

Among the huge amount of software Sony provides pre-installed is a voicenotes tool so you can record memos to yourself, Sony's own music player which can cope with both MP3 and ATRAC3, and the superb Picsel viewer for looking at documents and images in a range of popular formats such as HTML, PDF, Microsoft Word, and JPG. If you are a user of either Sony's DSC-FX77 Cybershot or DCR-TRV80 Handycam then you can remotely control these TG50.

The hardware design makes this PDA a lot thinner than other `flip lidded' Cliés, which means it should fit more easily into the average pocket, though it isn't especially light, and it lacks the digital camera that other flip lidded Cliés offer. Still it does have something of a personality, being pretty unique in the looks department. --Sandra Vogel

Amazon.com Product Description

Early Adopters Pick: March 2003 One of the most feature-packed handhelds ever, the Sony Clie PEG-TG50 handheld includes a high-resolution color screen, built-in voice recorder, MP3 Player, integrated Bluetooth networking feature and more.

The PEG-TG50 Clié handheld, which features the latest Palm OS 5 software, provids everything you need to stay organized and entertained. The integrated keyboard can be used to type in new appointments or take notes on the go. Don't want to take your notebook PC on the road? You can view native Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files on the handheld with no need to convert the files. Integrated Bluetooth networking feature will allow you to browse the web using wireless connection with similarly enabled cell phones.

Display
The PEG-TG50 features high resolution on its 320 x 320 pixel backlit color display, which can display over 65,000 colors.

Operating System
The Sony Clié PEG-TG50 is powered by Palm OS 5.0 for more processing power, multimedia features, wireless connectivity, and higher security than OS 4.1.

Extra Software
The PEG-TG50 comes with the following Sony software: Audio Player, Clié Album, Clié Files, Clié Launcher, Clié Mail, Clié Memo, Clié Remote Commander, Clié Viewer, Image Converter v. 1.0 (for PC), Memory Stick Backup, Memory Stick Export v. 1.3 (for PC), Memory Stick Import, Movie Player, PictureGear Studio v. 1.0 (for PC), PhotoStand, Photo Editor, Remote Camera, Reversi for Clié, SonicStage v. 1.5 (for PC), Sound Converter2 v. 1.0 (for PC), Sound Utility, Voice Recorder, and World Alarm Clock.

Compatibility
The Sony Clié PEG-TG50 is compatible with Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000 Professional, and XP Home and Professional Edition.

In the Box
The Sony Clié PEG-TG50 comes with a USB HotSync cradle, stylus, AC Adapter, AC cable, hand strap, installation CD-ROM, instruction manuals, End User License Agreement, Graffiti card, and limited-warranty statement.

Customer Reviews:

Had this since 2003!.......2007-04-14

Ive owned this Sony Clie PEG-TG50 PDA (Personal Entertainment Organizer, Sony calls it) since 2003 and since then I have been using it as my main personal digital assistant.Its technology is rather antiquated by today's standards but it is so reliable and durable that I could not let go of it. It has never had a system problem, its battery is about 90% its original potential, it syncs even faster and smoother than my wife's TX, and it has survived more drops than I can think of. The way it runs its applications are so intelligent and as intuitive as today's (2007) offerings. Even its construction oozes good quality. I use this Clie mainly as an organizer and information notebook, and for these purposes I do not need a new PDA.

I love my Clie, but XP doesn't.......2005-11-02

I have had a pda since the early '90's..Casio Boss to all the early palms, but I love my tg50. The keyboard is great..grafitti is slow and hard to learn, especially numerals. You definitely need a memory stick and a sturdy case.
I have sent mine in for repairs twice: once for a cracked screen and the second for loss of backlighting. Each reapir cost $138 and I conducted all communications via their website. I just lost the backlighting again and I am going to have to make a tough decision. another $138 doesn't make sense...especially since the XP version of Outlook doesn't sync to it. You have to buy Intellisync ($50) to make it work.
Although the tg50 has a number of great features, I think my next purchase will be a pocket pc.
Buy one on ebay and don't get too attached.

Not the best handheld, but it is still my choice........2005-04-25

The TG50 is not the best Clie, but it is my top choice. I bought it when it first came out, and I broke the motherboard by having it in my bag. I loved it so much I ordered another one on ebay for $110.

TG 50.......2004-12-09

I got my tg50 from ebay, you all should. It retails for about $300, I got a used one(that is great) for $97, less than I payed for my clie sj20 (b and w screen)
1- keyboard, gotta have it cause i hate graphiti
yah it takes a little getting used to but i like it (but it obviously doesn't compare to the one on the ux50)
2- Truely awesome crisp colorful screen
3-well thought out and overall fantastic design
4-very thin (1/2 inch thick)
5-OS 5
i previously had a sony sj20, which has a palm OS (no OS 5), so I am used to a palm pda, but that being this pda is extremely easy to use, I never looked at the manual, but figured out all the features anyway.
Neccessary accessories include
-a memory stick (64mb if just using for apps, 256 if you want to store a few songs(get these on ebay too, for about half price))
-a case, if you are getting a case that stays on it all the time(custom fit) which I recommend get the Bellagio one, its nice and it allows the pda to hotsync in a cradle while still in the case

Down and Out After One Year.......2004-08-19

What a nightmare. I had bought my Clie less than a year ago when it refused to stay on. After several tries to do a "hard boot" on it where I had to constantly restore y data from my back up I called what Sony loosely refers to as Customer Support.... What a misnomer. It took me approximately 10 days just to get a person on the phone that understood the problems with my Clie and agree to let me send it in for warranty repair. I found the Service Tech's rude and very hard to understand. I needed to repeat what the problem was with the unit several times and was told it wasn't under warranty. I had to prove to them the date of purchase...not a problem.

Once they got their hands on it they decided that it had physical damage that caused the problem. I had had an area on the screen that had faded for at least 1-2 months before the problems began on a unit I used several times a day. After 10 days they phoned me back to say it was physical damage and they needed $138.00 to cover the repair and shipment of my unit. After I had paid the ransom for the return of my Clie to me it took another 15-20 days of constant phone calls to get status of the repair. Once they stated it would be sent the next day and to call for a tracking number. Once that they were waiting for parts, then that it was in for exchange due to the fact they were unable to keep it booted. This was my initial problem. Finally have someone call back from Sony San Diego stating that they no longer made my model and want to send me a sub-standard unit to replace it. If I want them to replace mine with a like unit that had the equipment on it I once had I will have to give them another $60.00. They have little respect for their customers and have no qualms in using the old it was physical damage to make up for a poor warranty service. To this day I still have nothing resolved. I would give anything to have bought from any other company than Sony.

J. Peterson R.N.

Hi-Capacity SONY LIS1283 PDA battery for Sony Clie PEG-NV PEG-NX Series PEG-SJ33 PEG-TG50

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Hi-Capacity SONY LIS1283 PDA battery for Sony Clie PEG-NV PEG-NX Series PEG-SJ33 PEG-TG50

Manufacturer: HI-CAPACITY
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Hi-Capacity SONY Clie PEG-TG50 PDA Equivalent Main Battery

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Hi-Capacity SONY Clie PEG-TG50 PDA Equivalent Main Battery

Manufacturer: Battery Biz
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Guaranteed to meet or exceed original specifications
100% OEM compatible
Full one year warranty

ASIN: B000B5H4WG
Release Date: 2005-06-07

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For Sony Clie PEG-TG50 HotSync Sync and Charge Cable

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For Sony Clie PEG-TG50 HotSync Sync and Charge Cable

Manufacturer: MyNetDeals
ProductGroup: CE

Durable, compact, strong and lightweight
No software needed, Synchronizes and charge your PDA at the same time
USB connection ,much faster than serial cable
Eliminates the need for cradle and AC/DC converter when traveling
Quality ensured by the original seller only: MyNetDeals

ASIN: B0007T9IM0

Product Description

This USB cable sync and charge your PDA/Handheld/Pocket PC at the same time with the PC/Laptop. No more bulky A/C adapter or cradle to carry when you travel. One of the best USB hotsync data cable for your PDA!

For Sony Clie PEG-TG50 Sync and Charge Cable - USB Travel Charger Adaptor Bundle (US Standard)

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For Sony Clie PEG-TG50 Sync and Charge Cable - USB Travel Charger Adaptor Bundle (US Standard)

Manufacturer: MyNetDeals
ProductGroup: CE

The Sync and Charge Cable - Travel Charger Bundle comes with everything you need to power and charge your handheld for your travel!
Also, because you'll have the Sync and Charge Cable you won't be left without a way to sync and charge your handheld with a computer!
Contains one Sync and Charge Cable (with USB charging function)
and one Travel Charger Adaptor for Sync and Charge cable

ASIN: B000DZBR8G

Product Description

The Sync and Charge Cable - Travel Charger Bundle comes with everything you need to power and charge your handheld for your travel! Also, because you'll have the Sync and Charge Cable you won't be left without a way to sync your handheld with a computer!

For Sony Clie PEG-TG50 3 in 1 PDA Stylus / Ballpoint Pen / Reset Pin (1-Pack)

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For Sony Clie PEG-TG50 3 in 1 PDA Stylus / Ballpoint Pen / Reset Pin (1-Pack)

Manufacturer: MyNetDeals
ProductGroup: CE

3 in 1: Ballpoint pen + Reset Pin + Stylus
Fits perfectly inside the silo of your Sony PDA
Sony Clie PEG-SL10 3 in 1 PDA Stylus / Pen (1 Pack) is compatible with Sony Clie PEG-SL10,Clie PEG-NX60,Clie PEG-SL10V,Clie PEG-SL10,Clie PEG-T665C,Clie PEG-T650,Sony PEG-T615C,Sony PEG-T415,SonyPEG-SL10,PEG-SJ30,PEG-SJ20,PEG-SJ22,PEG-SL10.
Perfect as a replacement stylus
Brand New!

ASIN: B0007XEFWE

Product Description

1. 3 in 1: Stylus + Reset Pin + Ballpoint pen. 2. This PDA Stylus works for Sony Clie PEG-T/SJ/NX/NR/SL series

Car Charger for Sony Clie PEG-TH55/ TG50

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Car Charger for Sony Clie PEG-TH55/ TG50

Manufacturer: MyNetDeals
ProductGroup: CE

Charge your PDA on the go!
Plug never heats or overchargse the battery
LED charging indication
Uses standard cigarette lighter outlet

ASIN: B000BTYDPS

Product Description

This handy car charger charge your PDA while supplying your handheld device.

For Sony Clie PEG-TG50 Retractable Sync and Charge Cable - Car Charger - Travel Charger Bundle (US Standard)

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For Sony Clie PEG-TG50 Retractable Sync and Charge Cable - Car Charger - Travel Charger Bundle (US Standard)

Manufacturer: MyNetDeals
ProductGroup: CE

The Sync and Charge Cable - Car Charger - Travel Charger Bundle comes with everything you need to power and charge your handheld for your travel and in your car!
Also, because you'll have the Sync and Charge Cable you won't be left without a way to sync and charge your handheld with a computer!
Contains one Retractable Sync and Charge Cable (with USB charging function)
and one Travel Charger Adaptor for Sync and Charge cable
and one Car Charger Adaptor for your cable

ASIN: B000EAB07I

Product Description

The Cable - Car Charger - Travel Charger Bundle comes with everything you need to power and charge your handheld for your travel! Also, because you'll have the Sync and Charge Cable you won't be left without a way to sync your handheld with a computer!

For Sony Clie PEG-TG50 Retractable Sync and Charge Cable

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For Sony Clie PEG-TG50 Retractable Sync and Charge Cable

Manufacturer: MyNetDeals
ProductGroup: CE

Durable, compact, strong and lightweight
No software needed, Synchronizes and charge your PDA at the same time
USB connection ,much faster than serial cable
Strong ultra-thin cable; Cable extends up to 40 inches in length
Quality ensured by the original seller only: MyNetDeals

ASIN: B0007Q7JEW

Product Description

This compact, mini cable retracts cleverly into a small unit, it Sync and charge your PDA at the same time with the PC/Laptop. Perfect for travelers which replaces the Cradle or cumbersome cable.

Sony Clie PEG-TG50 Retractable Sync and Charge Cable

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Sony Clie PEG-TG50 Retractable Sync and Charge Cable

Manufacturer: MyNetDeals
ProductGroup: CE

Durable, compact, strong and lightweight
No software needed, Synchronizes and charge your PDA at the same time
USB connection ,much faster than serial cable
Strong ultra-thin cable; Cable extends up to 40 inches in length
Quality ensured by the original seller only: MyNetDeals

ASIN: B0009WQ6AC

Product Description

This compact, mini cable retracts cleverly into a small unit, it Sync and charge your PDA at the same time with the PC/Laptop. Perfect for travelers which replaces the Cradle or cumbersome cable.

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Bright and Crisp! Still one of the best!

Crappy monitor

Was a great monitor... until it died in only 3 years.

THE 19" MONITOR THAT COULDN'T

good monitor

KDS AV-195TF 19" Avitron Monitor

Manufacturer: KDS
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Belkin F2N028-06 VGA Monitor Replacement Cable

Monster Cable MP AV600 Power Protector

Product Features:

19-inch screen (18 inches viewable)

0.24-millimeter dot pitch

1,600 x 1,200 maximum resolution at 85 Hz

Dark-tint Trinitron tube with tinted aperture grille

Onscreen digital control

ASIN: B00004Z9IG

Product Description

The AV-195TF employs FD Trinitron technology for high end graphics use. Representing the latest in monitor technology, the new AV-195TF offers 18.0 viewable inches of flat screen viewing space. The flat screen coupled with the use of Trinitron tube technology means the user gets a crisp picture without the curvature of a standard CRT monitor. The AV-195TF is fully protected under KDS? exclusive KARES program, insuring peace of mind in addition to excellent performance.

Amazon.com Product Description

Kick up picture quality a notch with the KDS AV-195TF FD Trinitron, a 19-inch monitor that offers creative flexibility and a crisp images without the standard curvature of most CRTs. Business owners involved in high-end graphics, desktop publishing, and Web design will value the Trinitron technology, the flat screen surface, and innovative onscreen controls.

The AV-195TF FD monitor features a 0.24-millimeter ultrafine dot pitch and a maximum flicker-free resolution of 1,600 x 1,200 dpi at 85 Hz, delivering sharp images. The AV-195TF highlights practical onscreen controls for easy access. The flat, shadow-mask tube with antireflective coating and a dark-tinted Trinitron screen delivers a crisp and accurate image with minimal corner distortion. Efficient and convenient onscreen digital controls let you set contrast, brightness, horizontal and vertical size and position, color temperature, RGB drive, V dynamic convergence, raster rotation, parallelogram, language, degaussing, and more.Low power consumption, high-resolution capabilities, and top image quality are combined in the AV-195TF FD to ensure that your important data and images are precisely displayed. Enjoy crisp focus and vivid colors shown through ARAG optimized glass. On-the-desk dimensions are approximately 18 by 19 by 18 inches at a sizable 66 pounds. The monitor is compatible with PCs only. Its parts, labor, and picture tube are all supported by a limited three-year warranty, with KARES service.

Customer Reviews:

Bright and Crisp! Still one of the best!.......2005-09-11

I've had this monitor for over a year and it's still one of the crispest, brightest monitors I've used. The low dot pitch combined with the flat screen and generous 18.1 inch viewable screen real estate truly have been a plus. It's 1600 x 1200 resolution at the flicker free 85 Hz is easy on the eyes as well. I have not had any problems at all, and am hoping for more good years. Although I have 1 other crt and 2 lcd's, this monitor has held up quite nicely.

Crappy monitor.......2005-05-26

The color guns have gone slightly off after 2 years and the left side is blurry to a degree i have to deal with this till i can get a new monitor, or use my 14 year old NEC Multisync 5D which still has perfect color btw just that the thing has a buldged out picture tube so it is some of a strain on the eyes anymore for me, What happened to quality products? Can i not buy a computer screen that will last me another decade? Id gladly pay 500 dollars for a new NEC if i know it will last me that long and remain a quality and servicable product.

Was a great monitor... until it died in only 3 years........2004-12-13

I would have given this monitor a 4 or 5 star rating had you asked me a week ago - the picture was always sharp and bright, and the controls are easy enough to use. As of this weekend, however, the monitor was no longer functional (nothing appears on the screen, not even the settings menus). And yes, I tested it with another computer (and tested another monitor with the original computer), and its definitely the monitor. Looks like this is a common problem with KDS monitors, which is a shame. We have other monitors (mostly Dell) that have lasted for upwards of a decade - 3 years for a suppposed high quality monitor is unacceptable. Oh well, time for an LCD I guess.

THE 19" MONITOR THAT COULDN'T.......2004-11-30

Hello to all. I bought a KDS AV-195TF 19" monitor at bestbuy $399 12/01/00 on 05/08/02 there was a serious display problem all went pink. Well I took advantage of your advance ship replacement and was sent another monitor and all was well until about a month ago I started hearing a hearing a high pitch sound that would come and go. Until now 11/15/04 when my monitor went blank. Two monitors dead within two years each. I had several 15" to 17" monitors that I've given away to family which are 6 to 10 years old and are still working fine. I emailed customer service (only because when called there # during business hours posted the recording said "We are closed please call during business hours" ? ) they emailed me tech supports number. I called he asked if I was getting a pattern on screen I told him nothing was coming up just a black screen. He said a memory chip of some kind was out in the monitor and he'd have to transfer me back to customer service. They told me that the monitor was out of warranty I told him I knew it was but I needed to get it fixed. Albert at customer service said they only deal with warranty items only. If the item is out of warranty I would not be able to get it fixed there. I asked who would be able to service my monitor I was told to look for someone local.When I asked his full name his exact words Albert at customer service nor would he give supervisors name, I asked who would be able to service my monitor. I asked is this the way KDS does there customers I was told they are no longer in business. I went to there website and there is a working website for them. That is still selling there product and praising there amazing customer service & support. I don't know if I'll ever get it fixed but please warn readers & future buyers of KDS that there on their own once warranty is up. Two new monitors 2 years old each and twice I've had lemons.

good monitor.......2004-11-21

but blew up after 3 years of use. was glad that it did. Gives me the oppurtunity to get an lcd.

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