This watch is the best watch I have seen for people who need reminders for ... well ... ANYTHING! That's the beauty of this watch - you type in whatever you want the watch to remind you.
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br /It comes with a program on a CD that you install onto your computer, and a cable that you plug into a USB port (I leave mine plugged in). After that, you hook-up your watch and start entering data. Hit "send" when you're done, and your watch is now a PDA on your wrist.
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br /The types of information you can store run the gamut from different time zones, alarms, appointments, contacts (it works with Microsoft Outlook), occasions, schedules (follow your favorite team), and notes (misc stuff that you always seem to forget). And you can password protect it!
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br /Since it's a sports watch, you have various timer functions as well: 200-lap chronograph, countdown timer, interval timer, synchro timer. Did I say it was water resistant to 100 meters? But don't press any buttons while under water.
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br /Now, there are some negatives, however small:
br /1. If you change your own battery, make sure you put the back on the same way it came off. If you put it on upside down, you may find you have no sound.
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br /2. Depending on your usage, the battery should last quite a long time. If you do get a LO Battery warning, first check to see if the indiglo night still works. If it does, then your battery is fine; you just got a false warning. If it doesn't, then it's time to change the battery.
br /(Note: To help get rid of the false 'lo battery' message, go to the timex website and download their upgrade/patch to fix that little bug.)
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br /3. This one is just a nuisance - I'd like it to have a vibrate option for when you're in a place where 'beeps' aren't exactly appreciated, but you'd still like a reminder about something.

I have used serveral databank type watches since they first came out. This is by far the best technology watch on the market today if you are looking for something that can hold all kinds of info such as phone numbers, IDs, email addresses, alarms, appointments, as well as some sports info such as lap or workout times. The watch buttons are easy to use and Timex did a great job of using the crown to provide speedy access to features and info on this watch!
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br /For sports functionality it's pretty good as far as workout timers, countdown stopwatch functionality. But this doesn't do heart rate, BP or other advanced medical stuff, nor does it have a outdoorsman type things like a compass or GPS (but those types of watches cost way more than this watch won't store data like this one).
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br /I need to keep around all kinds of info with me (much more than I can usually remember - especially since people seem to switch email and cell phones right about the time I finally memorize them). I've searched waited for a watch which you could program (easly) through your computer and this is it! In the past I've used watches where you have to enter all the info using the buttons on the watch (extremely tedius). Since this connects to your computer via a USB cable, you can suck all kinds of contact, and calendar/appt info from Outlook or other apps right into your watch. A HUGE time saver and you can keep them in sync (e.g. if a phone number changes - change it in Outlook then resync automatically with the watch the next time you hook it up - very similar to using a PDA). If the battery ever runs out you don't have re-enter everything - just replace the battery and re-sync! If you don't use Outlook or other PC software like it, you can also just use the Timex software to enter and preserve the info you want to keep on your watch.
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br /You can control everything through the software such as display options, beep/alarm options, and you can even password protect your contact info in case you are prone to losing things!
br /This watch is also expandable and programmable so geeks (such as myself) can write new little apps that run on the watch. There are apps you can download to store golf scores, calorie counters, training software, etc.
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br /This watch also works with something called iCal where you can download all kinds of calendar events to your watch (US holidays, football team schedules, movie release dates, etc. - you name it, there's an iCal calendar for it - all easy to get to on the internet). Timex has links to all this software and iCal stuff on their site: www.timex.com/datalink/software/
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br /And all this in an average (but good) looking sports watch, not some giant geekville watch. I used to carry aound my Palm PDA to have access to all this info, but that was too bulky I'd forget it at home some days - now it all fits on my wrist - it's 100m water resistent too so I even keep it on while swimming so I don't forget it somewhere. All I can say is thank you Timex (and the geeks who thought this product up and pushed it through to fruition - I'm sure it wasn't easy).

An organizer on your wrist. This product has been on my arm for the last four months. It has lots of memory for phone numbers and addresses. Schedule multiple events per day with a very clear and user friendly scheduler on your pc. A cable links the watch to your usb easily and the recognition is instantaneous. Check the alarm box and sset the alarm time on the pc. Sure enough, the watch will sound with your choice of many alarm sounds. The phone list is easy to access. Bump through modes with one button then use the watch dial to scroll through names or events. This machine plays games, lets you input notes, delete appointment entries, and tons more. No it does not get email or interact with pcs wirelessly, but appointments, phone numbers and data on your wrist is an excellent start. Super backlighting helps at night. The time modes give the day, month and date as well as am/pm and hour, minute, second. The watch is contoured. it is light and comfortable. There is no electronic organizer that comes close to this machine ( and I've had many!) I am a teacher with too little time on my hands and too much need for my scheduler. This watch is a terrific help.

I, like many people, have to decide which electronic devices to carry with me at a time. Usually I have my mobile phone, which stores all my phone numbers (or at least, the 300 most commonly used ones!). But, many times I want my schedule with me, especially since I travel a lot, and having the flight times and numbers stored with me would be great. With this watch, I can bring along all of those times and schedules, store important appointments that I don't want to forget (when my PDA is not with me), and have phone numbers like American Airlines with me at all times in case the planes are late.Additionally, it stores my lap times from my runs, and transfers them automatically to the Timex Trainer program which comes with it. This lets me track and chart my progress over time, and against my goals.Finally, I want to point out to another reviewer that he lost the sound when he changed batteries because he put the back of the watch on upside down. It fits either way, but is designed to have the 5 dots on the back over the USB port. If you install it the other way, you get no sound. I've changed my battery as well, and had no problems.

I've had this watch for 1 year now and love it. It's very nice to have all that information available on your wrist.
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br /The software is simple and easy to understand. It's unfortunate that you can't swap info between PCs, but Timex clearly states that this is not possible, so it wasn't a shock to me. Maybe in the future.
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br /This watch is not perfect and here are a few changes I would like to see and problems I've had.
br / 1. It's true the face of the watch is flush and is fairly easy to scratch. I would like to see a more inset face or an easily swapable face.
br / 2. One of the "bolts" on the face of my watch has broken or fallen out. This didn't effect the watch in anyway, but now it doesn't look as nice anymore.
br / 3. It's a little bit hard to pull out the crown (twisting toggle button) and sometimes it's hard to advance through menus/items with out skipping some.
br / 4. Would be nice to be able to use the watch with more than one computer.
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br /Otherwise this watch has been great, and I want to thank the reviewer above. I had to change the battery and had the same NO Sound problem, but I just switched the base and everything is working great now! Thank you.
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br /The only reason I'd ever replace this watch is with a newer version of the DATALINK.
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br /Anything else just tells time...

I purchased this watch from Pro Sport Watches via Amazon to replace a Watchminder2 that didn't work out (see review for details). I ordered the watch on 9/12 with ground shipping. It was sent out on 9/13 and was delivered 9/15. One point for speedy delivery!
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br /My 10yo has ADHD and needs frequent reminders and timers. Being able to program this watch via my keyboard is SO much easier than trying to manipulate little buttons on a watch. Although other grown folks have found this a negative, I absolutely LOVE the fact that the watch can only be programmed with the computer. Once I've entered the information, I won't have to worry about it being reprogrammed or deleted while 'someone' was checking out the features (a problem we had with the other watch). One point for ease/practical programming!
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br /The watch has various sound settings and can hold two add'l time zones of your choice... features I like. When my son starts to tune out one sound (which he will after a while... I know this because he no longer hears my voice...), we can switch to another. I'd love to see a vibrate option for two reasons - my son responds better to touch than sound, and frequent alarms can be disturbing to others. It holds schedule, contacts, notes, appointments, and occasions (bday, holiday, etc). Various countdown and interval timers can be customized to display certain reminders or instructions. Timers can be set to restart and can have a 'halfway' alert... I set 'FOCUS' to run three minutes and restart, for those pesky writing assignments my son can't keep his mind on. I set "BE COOL" to run five minutes and restart for situations where he tends to become hyperactive (like the school bus). The interval timers are great - you take a 'set' of individually named timers (i.e., teeth, shower, pj's) and they run one after another... it'll be nice if the watch can redirect him to task instead of me! The only drawback is that the watch can only hold one interval timer at a time, and so far I've created five. To switch, I have to select the desired interval and sync the watch. While it only takes a few seconds to sync, it is a drawback for those who would want to use multiple interval timers a day. But still, these options far surpass what other watches offer. One point for technology!
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br /So far I'm pretty happy with it... the next test will be a) is it comfortable for my son to wear and easy for him to start/stop timers, and b) is it durable enough for an extremely active 10yo. It's my hope that a Timex called "Ironman" can handle whatever the boy called "Wild Child" can dish out! So far, the face of the watch seems less thick and slightly smaller than I remember the Watchminder, and the band is definitely a more flexible/comfortable material. The face isn't flush with the case, so I'm hoping for less scratching, too!
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br /***UPDATED*** So far my son has been using the watch two weeks with no complaints of discomfort, banging into things, etc. He hasn't taken it off or misplaced it, and it's working wonders on helping him get ready for bed independantly. I'm not able to change the rating I originally gave it, but if this watch just had a vibrate option, I'd give it five stars.
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br /***UPDATED*** After six months, the Ironman was still running strong and working great... until my son managed to yank out the toggle switch when his arm got caught between the matress and bed frame. I was going to send it in to be repaired, but my son asked if he could wear it until I was ready to go to the post office because his arm didn't feel right without it. Amazing, considering he lost the Watchminder several times the first week because he found that watch uncomfortable. I let him have it, but decided to hold onto the toggle switch so it wouldn't be lost... and water got in the watch and seems to have shorted it out. Lesson learned - but given how long it usually takes the Wild Child to break something (one week for the MP3 player he got for Christmas), that this watch lasted 6 months is impressive. We'll be ordering another, as my son has mentioned missing his timers on a couple occasions! The interval times have helped him manage to get himself ready for bed *independantly* and without redirection for the first time since... EVER.

I got the watch for my son who has Asperger syndrom/High function autism. He needs it to keep track of his schedule. It was very easy to program. He is only 9 and the watch is for a adult but it fit him. It had enough holes to fit properly and securely. For the amount of alarms and features the price could of not been any better.

GREAT watch,easy to use! I keep my appointments and my medications with times(7 a day for heart valve)and it works great. You can do almost everthing on the computer and down load it to the watch. Don't wait buy it here!! I searched for two weeks and couldn't beat the service and the price! Also Timex said to down load the software from their site to get the last version. I did and that was easy to install to(even before I got the watch to see what it was like).

I've been using this watch for only a week or so thus far, and am *very* impressed. This is a must have item for any true geek. Out of the box, it functions great as a watch would be expected to, but it's configurable beyond anything I would have expected once you get it hooked up to a USB port. Timex even has a comprehensive developer information website for developing your own applications for the watch:
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br /Between being a good looking, functional timepiece, and being as user configurable as it is, I can't give this watch less than 5 stars.

The Data Links USB Watch is more than just a watch. I don't carry a Blackberry or a PDA with me, so this watch is perfect for storing and acessing information when I am away from my computer. Phone Numbers, appointments, and even other important numbers such as my Visa Card number, AAA club number, etc. are always available with a few clicks of the watch. Obviously it also displays digital time in either 24 hour mode or AM/PM mode and the current date and day of the week. Also an excellent sport watch. All functions are easy to get to without a complex set of directions. By the way, i disagree with other reviewers about the looks, I think its a great looking watch, not for dress, but any other less formal occasion. Hookup to the computer is great..makes it a cinch to type in anything you want downloaded to the watch. Also would make a great gift. To sum it up, the price is right, I have had watches that cost 4x as much and don't match up with it. I would have paid much more and still been satisfied.

I actually have an older version of this watch,but i have concidered updating it because its such a good watch.For exsample when the battery goes flat,all you do is load the data from your PC.That includes the time and all the alarms and phone numbers you may want to store in it.Rather than fiddling around with buttons for half an hour trying to set the time etc.Its so much easier to do all that on your PC.The reason i have not updated is because my old one still works fine.This has all the features you would want,and more.
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I was looking for an electronic scheduler that would beep at me and tell me what I was supposed to do. I used to use a Palm M100, but it died and I was looking to go smaller. I'm happy to report that this watch does that, it just takes some getting used to the software (Windows only).
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br /Overall this device is good, but you can't add data except with the one computer you sync with, so bring pen and paper around if you need to add a phone number or an appt.
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br /In the end I need to add data on the fly so I really need a PDA, but it does store lots of info and if you can sync it often then the info will be "fresh".
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br /BTW, the iCal scheduler works well, but the software is PC only so you better have access to a Mac AND a PC if you want to use this feature.

The USB port on the side is a little hokey and will get dirty and scratched, but overall this is a great watch. It's easy to use and stores tons of information.

The Timex T53722 is an excellent chronometer -- a clear display, easy to use, many functions, including day and date, stopwatch with 200 lap times, countdown timers, counter, several alarms.
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br /It also supports some PDA functions: The most useful is an appointment calendar (with alarm notification). In comparison with a PDA, the watch has the advantage that it is much more likely to be with me when I need a reminder.
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br /A second important use is to store emergency information that I might need when I don't have my PDA with me (for example, if I am out on a run), such as the medications I take, the IDs I carry
br /in my wallet (should it be stolen), and the like.
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br /A less important use is to keep a contact list with addresses and
br /telephone numbers. A cell phone is a better place for that information.
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br /The watch is in no way a replacement for my PDA. I use my Dell Axim X5 not only for appointments, contacts, and reminders, but also for many other functions that the watch cannot perform. My Axim X5 contains an entire reference library, including several encyclopedias, dictionaries in several languages, The Strunk and White Style guide, and much more. I have read many books on it, including Darwin's Origin of Species, The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius, and Benjamin Franklin's Autobiography. When I visit a city, I load it with a street map from Microsoft Streets. I listen to music on it, watch videos on it, and look at photos.
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br /The watch has the advantage that it is likely to be with me almost all the time. The PDA has the advantage of much more storage (more than 1GB for the PDA vs. 32KB for the watch), a much better display with a color screen, a microphone, far better audio output, really good synching with my desktop PC, and a variety of input methods all of which are far easier to use than winding the stem of the watch.
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br /The included software works well and easily to import appointments from Microsoft Outlook 2002. However, I have not succeeded in importing any other information from Outlook. When I try, the Timex Data Link USB software crashes. That hasn't been of great importance, because appointments change frequently, but contacts and reference information do not, so it hasn't required a great effort to enter the contacts and reference data manually via the Timex Data Link USB software. I sent an e-mail to Timex support asking for help with this problem 3 days ago, but so far there has been no response.
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br /It is possible to secure notes, contacts, or the like with a 2-character password. Since the watch supports 69 characters, including 26 letters of the alphabet, 10 numerals, and 33 special characters, there are 4761 possible passwords. If
br / someone tried to crack the password by brute force, it would take a while, because it is tedious to enter characters, but it would certainly be possible.
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br /I would give this watch a 5 star rating except for two problems connected with the USB cable: First, the aforementioned crashes and consequent failure to import contacts, second, it's a bit awkward to attach the USB cable to the watch.

I bought my Timex Ironman datalink watch on Amazon, had a great experience with the purchase. The watch arrived on time and in pristine condition.
br /My reasons to buy the watch:
br /I was looking for a watch that could do more than tell time, infact I was looking for something that could help me track my appointments and let me keep track of them, I looked around and researched the MS - SPOT based watches also. But stayed away from them because I saw a lot of negative reviews about them on the net, the decision maker was the comment for one reviewer that the watch occasionally resets time ... Not good !
br /The next best thing to that was this watch ... I use MS Outlook to keep track of my appointments, the s/w with this watch allows me to import data from outlook into the watch ... AWESOME !
br /The price of the watch is way too good to ignore in your decision, I would gladly pay more for the features of the watch.
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br /The only gripe I have about the watch is related to the USB connector, the part that connects to the watch is something of a bad design... i have a tough time attaching the connector to the watch, since I do this atleast two times in a day, this is a very important aspect of the usage of this watch. I would recommend Timex to look into this and do a better job of the design.
br /I would also love to have better look and better material on the watch ... the idea is pretty cool, but the implementation needs to improve.
br /Overall, i feel at the pricepoint the watch is a steal, although I wouldn't mind to pay more for better look on the watch.

This watch is designed to hook up to your computer and be programmed by it's own software. It offers: Chronograph, timers, schedule, alarms, appointments with alarms, occasions, contacts, notes and some option controls like types of beep sound sets.
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br /It's very good for password retention, contact retention, appointments daily, monthly or yearly.
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br /It has it's quirks though. The inidiglo highlights the letters and numbers, not the background in dark and is controlled by it's software only by deciding what time of the day it should be automatically running, rather then pushing a seperate button. This seems to cost a lot of power.
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br /Also it's display really should have been better built for output. Rather then scrolling down it scrolls only one line across on the bottom of the screen. It can only show about 8 characters at a time.
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br /Scolling information across that one line on the bottom is hard on the eyes. My old ironman data watch which is no longer available is a case in point. It used a technique of scrolling the letters across the screen in a constant fashion. With these newer data link watches the pixels blink on and off as it scrolls. With only 8 characters (old data links had 11 characters) across the blinking on and off becomes unbearably slow or too fast to see depending on which scroll speed you pick.
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br /Also the old data link watches used the computer screen to flash lines at the watches eye and send commands, which was much easier. Too bad the new data link requires usb connection.
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br /The watch display is black on grey and somewhat faint, unlike older digital watches which were clear to see.
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br /The way to scroll through information is by using the dial on the right which is very touchy and not very accurate when scrolling through info, but it serves the purpose.
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br /My advice when putting in info is:
br /1) Try to keep contact, info at about 8 characters or less to avoid the annoying faint scrolling movement
br /2) Use the contacts mode for your passcode numbers and put the numbers in the phone number box. That way the number will show big on the screen with a small description below like "safe code"
br /3) Turn off the button beeps. This watches battery will wear down very quickly. Make sure if you replace the battery that you put the back on the same way or there will be no sound.
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br /For todays data link watches this is by far the best choice out there. So don't let it's shortcomings keep you from enjoying it. I love it to death and you'd have to pry it out of my hands.
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Incredible!- This is the second identical Timex Ironman that I have bought. First one lasted well over two years and I still have it. You enter information into the computer and download into watch, or manually enter directly into watch and download into computer.This provides you with an "alarm clock" to your appointment book. For staying on time and organized this is the best thing I have found. Only had this second one for a couple of months but it seems to be as durable as the other. Band broke on 1st one after about 1 1/2 yrs. Ordered new one online fairly cheap. Contacts to connect watch to computer need to be cleaned periodically. Easy to program once you do it a couple of times.

The watch serves it's purpose. If you are looking for a watch that is very good looking this watch is not for you. This watch is good if you want to store schedules ,alarams, contacts, notes etc.

This is a great watch for any practical person looking make the best out of a $60.00 time piece investment.
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br /and , it looks GREAT

I have owned the datalink from the original infrared version to this one. They are indespensible for me for the reminders and alarms. I set daily, weekly, monthly and annual alarms (my wife's birthday or your anniversary, what a relationship saver those are!) I'm VERY hard on them and they last me about a year before I destroy them from abuse. I wear mine 24/7/365 and beat it up good. The newest versions have a weekday only alarm function so it doesn't go off on weekends! The pc hookup is easy to use and maintain. A GREAT BUY!
br /Drawbacks: Replace the back upside down after changing the battery and the beep stops. It uses the back as a speaker somehow.

As far as Konstantin's review below, he does note a couple of misconceptions. It is a simple procedure to change the time on the watch without using the desktop application. Other info such as PH numbers, appts, etc can also be entered directly into the watch. If you do that though, I don't think information entered directly into the watch is synchronized like a PDA (sent back to the desktop application), but it's a bit time consuming to enter it directly to the watch compared to the desktop, if your doing a several entries, you'll want to use the desktop application anyway.
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br /The desktop application CAN import information such as contact lists, phone numbers, etc. from most other PDA's and programs with address books Palm desktop, MS Outlook etc. Most of those applications have an export function capable of exporting their data to a .csv file which is something similar to a microsoft excel spreadsheet. From there you import the .csv file to the Timex Desktop app. It's a tad tricky to get everything to line up right the first time you do it but with a bit of work it's not overly complicated.
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br /My first datalink was the model with an infrared sensor on the face that you had to hold up to your PC screen. It would upload the information from the PC by flashing a series of barcodes at the watch, which I always thought was cool. Moving to today's watch with the usb cable, this watch is a lifesaver for when you're out and need to retrieve phone numbers, addresses, and other information. You carry your most important info with you 24/7, get reminders, and have all the sports functions. Yes, it has limitations and can't replace the full functionality of a PDA but who wants to lug a PDA around 24/7 to the gym or the lake and so on? This is sheer portability...most people of us wear our watches 24/7. Not many people are aware of the data link watches which is a shame, I hope Timex never discontinues it.

This watch has proved to be indispensable in helping to organize myself from day-to-day. In addition to the excellent included applications, a Yahoo! group called "timexdatalinkusb" has many extra applications that can be downloaded to improve the usefulness of the watch. As others have mentioned, a vibrate mode would be a nice addition, but this would surely drain battery power very quickly, and is not essential if you review your alarms on a regular basis. For those who want to keep themselves organized without the bulk or worry of a PDA, and have some other data-entry system (like a notepad and golf pencil), this watch is ideal.

has a lot of features that i'll never use. but ill use a lot of them. big display easy to read keeps tract of importnat dates so u dont have to.

I was looking for a watch to hookup to my computer so I could download items that I want to access to. The Timex filled that need I had. It is easy to use. Connects by a usb cable. Information is easily imputed and stored onto watch with easy access to it once on the watch.

I need reminders all the time because I so involved with what I do that completely loose track of time. This watch is for sure the answer. Also extremely handy is that you can enter all your phone numbers (only handy if you don't like to carry a cell phone). I also like the week number applet that you can download, the fact that you can remove functions you don't need (e.g. interval timer) and that you can choose the order the functions appear (so you can put the most used functions first). It really has all the bells and whistles I need and then some.
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br /My previous watch was also a Timex Ironman Thriathlon, with which I have been happy for many many years. This new watch has more features, which is great, unfortunately the USB interface messes up the ergonomics.
br /The old watch had 4 buttons which worked great in my opinion, the new one has 2 buttons and then a multi functional push/pull/turn knob, which creates some issues...
br /Problem number one with that is that you need to pull it out to change a setting, but my nails are typically not long enough to grab it and pull it out. So I either keep one nail long or use a screwdriver/knife ... not good.
br /Problem number two is that this knob extends out to the right. Since I wear my watch on my left hand I very often accidently push that knob with the back of my left hand. Pushing the knob triggers the light (which drains the battery) and if you press it longer you put it in night mode.
br /Luckily there is also a good part to the knob: it allows for very quickly scrolling through a list (e.g. phone numbers, or the alphabet), which is much better than pushing and holding a button like it was with my old watch.
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br /So if you ask me Timex needs to reduce the size of the USB interface by half which creates room to add a button on the top left to activate the light (like it was in the old watch). The knob can stay, but it should not have a push/pull function. Entering the setting mode by holding a button for 3 seconds will do just fine (like it was in the old watch).
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br /Still everything considered I certainly do not regret buying this watch and knowing what I know now I would buy it again.

This is a great watch so far. I used the software provided at first, which was easy to use, but then decided to use my outlook calendar instead. I use this watch for the multiple daily recurring alarms that I need throughout the day to help myself keep on-task. (I have ADD) I type in my recurring reminders and when the alarm goes off my message rolls accross the screen. I haven't tried to enter an appointment manually without hooking the watch up to my laptop. I think it will be too long and tedious for me. I also like to use the countdown timer to limit my time shopping. The reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is becuase I wish it had the option to vibrate instead of just beep and I also wish there was one that is more feminine. This watch isn't stylish at all, so if you're a woman planning to wear this with anything pretty, keep it in your pocket. I've looked all over the internet and haven't found any watch like this one that is feminine looking. Don't get me wrong, it does look like nice quality materials - not cheap looking. Guys - it's cool looking for you. I have the rubber(?) wrist band and like it because I don't mind getting it wet. It's also very comfortable. So...that's about it. It's Definately worth more than what I paid for it. Shipping was excellent by the way.

This is a great , reliable watch with excellent functionality. I highy recommend it!
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With the exception of not having lower-case capability, I'm happy with my Timex Ironman Data Link USB Watch purchase, especially for storing numerous passwords I have. The controls are very simple to use and characters easy to read.
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THIS WATCH IS EASY TO READ WITHOUT GLASSES. IT IS EASY TO SET UP DATES, CONTACTS,TELPHONE NUMBERS AND TIMERS USING YOUR PC INSTEAD OF FUMBLING THE WATCH WITH CLUMSY FINGERS.DOWNLOADING THE ABOVE INFORMATION IS THE SIMPLEST OF ALL. GREAT IDEA AND GREAT WATCH!!!

This is the best watch I've ever had. I am a 9-time Hawaii Ironman finisher, so I originally bought the watch for training purposes. It has a great chronograph, which shows split times and has a 100-lap memory. It also has an interval timer, which I use all the time. It gives the opportunity for you to set the intervals for whatever time you wish. It beeps at the end of each interval, letting you know it is time for the next segment without having to look a your watch. You can also set it to repeat or to stop at the end of the set. It also has a countdown timer, which you can set to whatever you want, and then have it automatically go into the chronograph mode. Great for races! All of these features you can get on the regular Ironman watch. What makes this watch unique is that you can upload all the data of your workouts automatically onto your computer. You can also access an online training program
br /As far as other data, you can store your appointments, reminders, etc on the watch. It will beep to remind you. It can also link through your computer to Microsoft Outlook and automatically upload your entries into your watch. It also has several alarms and time zone settings. When you go on a trip to a different time zone, you can use one of the other time zone settings without having to change your home time zone setting - and you can refer back to see what time it is at home - or anywhere that you set. I love this watch!

I have really enjoyed and benefited fron this watch. So much so I guess I am going to buy my third. The first two I have had have developed the same problem. When the battery has been replaced (after about 20 months) the alarm no longer works. How frustrating. I hate to throw the watch away, but I need the alarm function.

Works great for me the only thing is that the light comes on when pushing something heavy.

Just a great watch. For a coach it is ideal. Replaces so many other things that you have carry around.
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br /Stores all the palyers phone numbers and parents numbers,
br /has a countdown timer that you can store as many game lengths in as you want, with a half way reminder that beeps at you (helps to make sure you get all the players into the game),
br / a stop watch/chrono to prove that your slowest player really is a slug,
br / an alarm for reminding you to move the car or feed the meter
br / an appointment schedular to remind you of all appointments and practices
br / Notes, and more stuff that I haven't even used yet
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br /All of this stuff that you comfortably enter on your PC and then just attach the watch, it transfers all the data into the watch. For old guys like me, who hate to try to figure out which button the hold down while rotating the stem and double punching a little nub, just to set an alarm, the computer link is heavan sent!
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br /This little guy is just a great tool - and available for around $50 if you search the web - its a little ugly but then so are Hummers.

This watch is awesome! I can load in my calendar and it will remind me. I have problem 20 alarms preset into the watch for repetitive events. It is very helpful to receive that alarm to remind me of things I need to be to without offending someone. They hear it too.

Have owned this watch for 2 years. It is accurate to about 3 seconds a year or better. It holds hundreds of phone numbers and email addresses and you can read it in low light. An amazing product for $55. The plastic band split cracked and fell apart after a year and I replaced it with a metal band. That is par for urethane bands.

Great watch. My husband loves it. Easy to work with. This company was very easy to work with. Cosidering buying another for my son. Thank you very much.

I was amazed by the quick service that was provided by the seller! I bought two of these watches and they arrived within two days. I am very greatful for the excellant service! These watches exceeded our expectations and we are still in the process of discovering more features. Thank you so much! God Bless America! =)

I am buying this watch to replace the exact same watch that I have had for years. I have been very pleased with it. I wish Timex would have come out with a new model after all these years, but I guess it is not a priority. There is no comparable product when you look at ease of use, durability and features.

no more missed appointments or forgetting to take medication. easy to use and contains all the features you'd need and then some. only drawback is the cheap wristband

I love this watch! First, it has lots of features - I have a 200 lap timer, 15 countdown timers, 21 different alarms, and I still have 80% free memory. I could add more of each of these, or other items (Appointments, Occasions, Contacts, Notes, etc).
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br /The Alarms are very flexible. I can configure alarms that only go off on weekdays, weekends, or specific days. This lets me set common alarms and then enable or disable them as needed. This is easier than needing to re-set an alarm's time.
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br /The watch also has a USB connection to your PC. I have configured all the settings (Alarms, etc) I like and can load them on the watch in about 30 seconds. This is handy when you change the battery - rather than having to re-set everything, you just load it from the PC again and you are ready to go.
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br /There are plenty more features that I use less regularly - it is really quite an amazing watch.

I've worn a Timex Triathlon/Ironman watch for over 15 years. About six months ago I purchased the data link watch, thinking it would give me the functionality of other watches I have had with the additional benefit of downloading data and holding other info. The biggest problem for me was that, as a lefty, the dial constantly changes the mode - particularly when I am swimming, so it is not reliable for workouts. This frustrates my use of the watch to the point that I'm back on the market and will just have this one as a reserve in case the new one is lost...while I get a replacement. Smaller issues are that the start/stop button is not as easy to use while doing interval training and the face light on mine was not bright enough to see the time at night. I never realized the benefits that I had envisioned because, although typically a person that downloads data, I found it easier to manually record the data. Also, although I synched outlook contacts to the telephone, nearly all the contact data the watch stores is already on my cell phone.
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br /I wasn't compelled to write a review until I saw the five star reviews and thought, if I didn't already have this watch, I might be compelled to buy it based on the reviews but would have wanted to know the things I have put in this review to consider before purchasing it.
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br /I was surprised to see the cost, I recall spending less for mine.

This Watch is outstanding, it has alot of options. You can set up data on the PC and transfer to Watch through USB.
br / Overal, I do like this watch, and I recommend ii to you.Timex Data Link USB Watch #T53722

This watch has a lot of features, including phone and e-mail lists, countdown timer, alarms, etc. Only thing that would help is if it was made smaller for a woman's wrist. It's easy to program through a USB connection to a computer.

The product was shipped promptly, received in good shape, was what I ordered and I was properly billed.

I have previously owned one of these watches and lost it on a hiking outing. I have owned many other types of watches, bowever this one meets all my expectations with memory capability, ease of use, and the easy USB/software interface.

This watch covers everything the "everyday" guy would need, and more. Functionality wise it covers everything from different timezones, timers (up/down). As well as data storage from events, and phone numbers. The two knocks that I have are: 1) you have to sync with your computer if you want to input data. 2) Timex doesn't sell a face guard, and the crystal is beveled up, so its prone to scatches. Both of these knocks are overlooked by the superb functionality of the unit.

This was to replace an older Ironman watch. I find this USB watch to be very good, I have bought them as gifts for friends as well. It's nice to have contacts available at all times since I'm not attached to my Cell phone, having numbers avaiable during those times has helped out in the past greatly. Appointments with alarms are also extremely usefull. Haven't missed an appointment in a log time now. I would and do recommend this watch to anyone who is looking for somethong more usefull than "just a watch"

Love it... does everything I need it to, and nothing I don't.
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br /Hasn't scratched up like my other watches, so that's wonderful. It's also VERY water resistant (like it's made to be). I can dump the whole thing in a jug of water, leave it in for 5 minutes, take it out and shake it off, and it'll be dry.

I bought this for my husband who was thrilled with it. He loved the many features it had and also liked the look of the watch. I was really happy with the price, I saved a lot.

this is the best watch. it is powerful yet simple. i wonder why there are no gadget websites that mention it. i guess geeks don't appreciate simplicity. i have suffered enough with pda's and their stupid compatibility with PCs. but this watch is different. It's the best in its class and kind. Thank you Timex for making it!

My wife bought me this watch when my previous Timex with a compass broke (cheap plastic...). At first I was excited about the features. I'm a technology savvy guy and having my watch hooked up to my computer with a USB cable seemed to be very cool. When I opened included software I got a bit concerned. Timex app is very simplistic and it seems to be the only way to add contacts, notes etc. Maintaining another schedule and contact database just for a watch in addition to the one I use seems to be too much (For instance, my cell phone syncs with Lotus Notes calendar without any problems).
br /I started hating this watch when I discovered that the only way to set time is to actually hook it up to PC (Also, remember good old times when to boil the egg you just set timer on your watch and walk away, you need a PC to do it as well :)).
br /Another major setback is the way they seem to communicate with a watch. I installed software on my laptop in addition to a desktop. Thinking that it would load contacts from the watch into laptop database was a big mistake. Instead, since I didn't have any contacts to load it just disabled this feature on the watch (at least it set my time when I did it, yeehaa!). Doing it also will reset 2 additional time zones to default ones (oops, needed to figure out what time is now in London by looking at default Paris time). The last but not least is the way night light is turned on. If you hold big button for a few seconds it will turn it on. If you happened to accidentally do it (it easily happens if you have a habit to keep your hands in your pocket) it will produce a nasty beep and will turn of the light. To turn it off you need to go through menus ny pressing buttons and turning the wheel (It's 4-5 button clicks and couple turns away, not a big problem... not if it happens a few times a day).
br /The conclusion: if you need an organizer, timer... and a watch get yourself a PDA or a cell phone. This thing is pretty much useless in this. The watch itself looks much sturdier than my previous Timex (this is why I gave it extra star). It survived swimming in a pool (haven't tried salty sea water though) but I would expect it from the watch called Ironman.