Author: Steve Coladonato
Date: 10:16:22 10/26/04
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On October 26, 2004 at 12:54:28, Steve B wrote: >>I see that the Novag Star Ruby is now available from ICD Chess. I will be >>waiting receipt of mine. > >just received mine >havent had much time with it yet > >its somewhat different then the Star Sapphire in that the menu options appear >to be more intuitive. >no leather carry case,but of course the price is $100 less >this is not merely a watered down version of the SS >i consider it to have enough differences(in terms of features )to be a somewhat >totally different computer. > >first impressions: >i like it >but there is still that dang need for a Phillips Screw Driver to replace the >batteries >hopefully battery life will be longer then the 8-10 for the SS > >Steve > >> >>Steve I have the Star Sapphire pre LCD model so am not familiar with the menu system you are referring to. Batteries seem to be a constant problem and I have invested in the 15 minute rechargeable ones. At least when the battery starts getting low I can be up and running within 15 minutes even if I forgot to charge the 2nd set. I'll let you know my impressions of the LCD Star Ruby when I get it. Steve
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