Accessories for PPC-660x/SX66/VZ6600

[Calvin&Hobbes]

I have seen questions scattered throughout several forums asking about accessories for the PPC-660x style phones.....so I wanted to bring all those into one thread for a handy reference.

Here is what I have for my PPC-6601:

Bluetooth Think Outside Stowaway Keyboard. Just arrived today....And it works great! The built in sliding keyboard works great for short emails, web addresses, etc... but if you do any typing at all, this is the ultimate keyboard for you. It even comes with a nice padded protective case that zips up. The cool thing is that since it is BT it can stay with me no matter what my next phone is. Easy set up once I download the updated version of 4.11 and installed that one. ($89-$149)
http://www.mobileplanet.com/product...V9NF9&listing=1
I just also bought the Bluetooth Think Outside Stowaway Travel Mouse, so when using the keyboard, the phone is the cradle, or simply just playing games. I can use a mouse instead of a stylus. Not a necesity but was just cool enough for me to try it out. I will let you know how it works as soon as I get it. ($50)
http://www.ecost.com/ecost/ecsplash....asp?dpno=64358
1 GB Utra II Scandisk SD Card ($85-$100)....I cannot wait until the 2 GB cards comes out or down in price a bit.
Socket Wifi Card. Works flawlessly and dead easy to install and setup. ($69-$89).....do NOT get the Scandisk 256 mb Wifi combo card as they will not write any drivers for it to work.
http://www.socketcom.com/product/WL6200-480.asp
Extra battery. A must have, no matter what phone you own. ($50)
http://www.tessco.com/products/getP...o.do?sku=434774
Itrek Bluetooth GPS unit (with iGuidance map software). ($109 for unit and $99 for software. You can get 10% off coupon by joining GPSpassion)
http://www.semsons.com/iblgpsre16ch.html
http://www.semsons.com/ignavsof.html
Bluetooth USB Doggle for my laptop so I can sync with laptop via bluetooth ($29)
AA quick charger. From Boxware. This is a little box with four AAs in it for a quick charge for your phone in the emergency that you can't find a plug in. Great for playing games and watching movies on 5 hour plane flights.
Car charger from Boxware
Travel wall charger from Boxware
Retractable sync cable from Boxware
Screen protector. The Non-Glare one from Boxwave. (all the Boxware stuff came in a bundled package for around $60-70)
http://www.boxwave.com/products/eas...pc-6601_434.htm
Piel Frama case. Very nice case that lets you still use the sliding keyboard while still in the case. (around $60)
MS Voice Command -- Okay I know this is software not a hardware accessory, but it is such a Must Have, I just had to list it here. ($30)
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Okay I think that is all I have for this phone at the moment....but as anyone who knows me already knows....I am always looking for that extra gadget I overlooked. Please share what you have for your PPC-660x compatible phone.

The cool thing is that memory card, SD Wifi card, and all of the BT stuff should hopefully stay with me with whatever phone I upgrade to next!

[Calvin&Hobbes]

Here are a couple other accessories that I have on my "I might get" list:


TellPhone™ 4000 blue Bluetooth voice activated hands-free car kit.
( http://www.raytel-llc.com/TellPhone4000Blue_index.html )
Card Wallet. Just a little folding wallet to hold my Wifi and extra mem card.
( http://www.mobileplanet.com/private...g.asp?unit=card )
Bluetooth Headset...though I am waiting for the BT update before I buy.
HAL -- Home Automation Living. I just hope the name is not an omen. With this you can control everything in your house with your PDA including HVAC, lighting, digital music, web cams, etc.... Ranges from $99 for the HALbasic to $399 for the HAL2000.
( http://www.automatedliving.com/default.htm )
ScottEvest -- tired of needing to carry a back with all the plugs, accessories, phones, pdas, ipods, etc.....and looking for an power supply to plug into? Then just get an Scott Evest with 42 hidden pockets and an option to add solar power on your back! I have never had one but have read at least two very positive reviews. $39 for windbreaker to $399 for leather...plus solar power option.
( http://www.scottevest.com/v3_produc.../features.shtml regular jacket)
( jacket with solar panel power supply: http://www.scottevest.com/v3_store/30_index_solar.shtml )

Now we just need a Bluetooth home automation kit to mow the yard. :rolleyes:

[Calvin&Hobbes]

Here is a some info I posted on another forum:

Okay.....this is just WAY TOO COOL....to the point of adding it to my Must Have List.....

The Stowaway BT Mouse makes the phone a whole new device!!!!!! It just arrived 20 minutes ago and (once you find the small Discovery Button on the bottom of the mouse) is a no brainer setup.

When I am in the office I keep my 6601 in the cradle right next to me on the desk. I frequently use it throughout the day with the Stowaway BT Keyboard (which BTW is very well designed and easy to use). Now with this mouse....no hardware buttons....no stylus....no voice commands. Just point and click!

EDIT: Just an interesting side note...this is hopefully my last day with my phone with the cracked screen (Sprint lost the last two orders to replace it). But I wish I would have bought the mouse first off as the cracked screen does not effect the calibration of the mouse at all....just the touch of the stylus.

EDIT: After a day of using it, I am still just as impressed with it. I do notice some laging response during graphically intensive games, but other than that very responsive.

Okay...I also got my iTrek BT GPS with iGuidance software last night and had my first chance to play with it today.

Again, my research has paid off as it worked flawlessly! Easy to install, pair, and use....but the hardware and the software.

The program is very nicely thought out. It is very fast in recalculating a route when I purposely when another way. I can see with only using one day that this is going to be one those "How did live without that" items!!!!!

I bought through semens through GPSpassion and it even came with a vent holder. It is low end, but very functional and will work just fine for me.

Man, after 10 months loving my Treo 600, all I can say is that the more I use the 6601, the more impressed I am with it and the more I feel like I graduated from the Treo 600 into the next level of mobility....both with power, ease of use, features, and opportunities.