Re: HP 20b front Message #4 Posted by Bruce Bergman on 25 July 2008, 8:48 p.m., in response to message #1 by Hans de Moor
Yeah, sadly I have to agree -- the physical case of the 20B is less than exciting. Fingerprints are obvious (which makes ANY financial calculator look really tacky...), it's easy to scratch, and it stands out like a sore thumb. The back cover, especially, has fingerprints all over it. Ick.
The sharp edge, the concave front (makes me think it will catch water) and the really poor keys just don't impress me. I guess that's what we have to deal with for a $50 calculator though.
By comparison, the new 17bii+ and 35s are BEAUTIFUL in design, form factor and aesthetic appeal. I wish the 20b guts were in the silver 17bii+ form factor.
Clearly, the guts of this calc are huge improvements over the other two. If HP can ONLY get the two aligned, I'd be in heaven. ;-)
thanks,
bruce
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