Merging Electronic & Paper

Using the 95LX alongside a paper-based day planner is particularly attractive for those who don't quite trust an electronic format, but find PHONE's features and APPT's alarm capabilities useful. Carrying both can be a chore, but fortunately there is a solution.

Franklin Institute of Salt Lake City, Utah, famous for its Franklin Planners, is marketing new binders that hold both their planner fillers, and your HP 95LX. The binder is practical and has plenty of room, giving you the ability to carry everything in one package. (Contact Franklin Institute, Phone: (800) 654-1776 or (801) 977-1492; Fax: (801) 977-1772).

There are other options. Many of us use a camera bag. Now don't laugh, it's very practical. In fact, some of the major camera bag makers (Tamrac, Tundra, etc.) are introducing bags specifically designed to hold computer equipment. Some are perfect for holding palmtops, pocket modems and a Sr. or Jr. Day-Timer. These cases are very easy to get things in and out of, and outlast more expensive leather goods. Check out your local camera shop or sporting goods dealer.