Texas Instruments Voyage 200 Calculator by Texas Instruments
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Digital camera reviews of Texas Instruments Voyage 200 Calculator
Digital camera Review: Amazing Calculator
Summary: 5 Stars
I started with a Ti-84 Silver and upgraded to the Voyage 200 as soon as I started taking calculus at college (It wasn't allowed in pre-calculus, because of the CAS). It's a lot of fun to work with, and has some amazing features. I use the integrate and derivative functions quite often, and am still amazed at how much effort and time it saves (even though it's still fun to do them by hand in my free time). I don't even know what most of the features are, to be honest. The few I do use though, are more than worth the cost. The calculator is fast, and powerful, and a must have for anyone studying undergraduate mathematics, or math intensive subjects such as engineering or physics. I really prefer using a calculator over computer programs like Matlab or Mathematica; it's just easier and quicker, and portable.Digital camera Review: Amazing Calculator
Summary: 5 Stars
I absolutely love this calculator! Best one I've ever used. I think it can do absolutely anything.
The only problem is that a LOT of professor's will not let you use it because of how powerful it is. Heck, most professors won't let you use TI-83's because of all the cheating that goes on. And the Voyage makes it even EASIER to cheat, not that I would of course. So in that context it could be a waste of money. But I don't regret buying one :D
Digital camera Review: An excellent product.
Summary: 5 Stars
It is easy to use and it provides a lot of functions that you as a student should need. I liked the price and I also like how it looks like.Digital camera Review: Astonishingly powerful, but awful documentation
Summary: 4 Stars
The actual calculator itself is stunningly powerful. It is faster than the TI-92, the full keyboard makes it easier to work with than the TI-89, and the ability to solve, factor, work with imaginary numbers, give exact answers, as well as do all of these things symbolically, plus the amazing applications included (a version of Geometer's sketchpad!), make this the best calculator made by TI. Just beware that some standardized tests and some teachers will not let you use this calculator.
The biggest drawback is the documentation that is supposed to help you utilize the power of this calculator. There really isn't any. There's a short manual that's included in the box, but it only gives you the broad overview of how to put the batteries in and how to turn it on and off.
To find any information on how to, say, type something in that you want to factor, you have to load up the cd-rom, and hunt around on that thing to find the information you want.
Why don't they include all of this documentation along with the calculator in an actual book form? (Okay, so I know the answer to that - it saves money for them.)
It's a huge hassle - if I'm at class, or work and want to be able to use some function, I have to wait to figure it out until I can get home and load up the cd-rom, find the right page, etc....not to mention that the documentation on the CD-rom isn't that helpful either. There's lots of discussion of stuff, but it is very hard to understand.
A great calculator, but awful documentation that makes learning how to use all of its powerful functions frustrating and annoying.
Digital camera Review: Best Calculator Ever!
Summary: 5 Stars
I am not a calculator expert but I know a great thing when I see it (and use it). It took a little while to get used to but the setup is similar (but better) than the TI-89 (and of course the predecessor TI-92 PLUS). The cable up-link is nothing short of COOL. Upgraded my OS (and OS HA!) as soon as I got it. The installed TI-Connect did all the work. Downloaded more free applications and the manual for the TI-89. There is no manual for this besides a brochure because the platform is almost identical to the 89 and 92 - just order it for $5 or download it for free at TI's website. But anyways the software is cool. The querty keyboard and the graphic platform make is so much easier to navigate. You can even organize what applications you need for different subjects. 2MB or ROM make this thing even better. The processor is nothing special. The main features of why you would want to buy this calculator compared to others is the available software (prior versions compatible of course), computer up link, bunch of free applications available, 2 MB ROM, fantastic navigation, and of course the QUERTY keyboard. Only down fall to this: the QUERTY keyboard defines this beautiful machine as a computer which is truly against all standardized tests and even college tests (most professors are ok with it thogught - since it's basically a slight upgrade to the TI-89 which is acceptable. I LOVE IT!