I purchased the belt clip case because I got enough of carrying my Palm with me, or putting it in my pocket (not very convenient when you are wearing jeans).If the design is not perfect, it's the best solution I've found. My Palm is now always folloing me without my noticing. Here's my opinion concerning the few issues:- the velcro is indeed the biggest flaw in the design. If you're wearing a woolen jumper, beware. I with they had used a different mechanism thna velcro.- in terms of protection, it's not the most secure, but it's OK for regular use. The goal of the belt clip case is more to carry a palm easily rather than providing ironclad protection.- I've never had a problem getting the palm out, as long as I insert it glass facing out.- you can indeed sometimes accidently turn on the Palm, draining out the batteries. Personally, I do it sometimes when putting my Palm in its case. I would thus recommend turning the sound on, at least during the first few weeks.For the general comfort, it's OK. You can sometimes feel it on your stomach when leaning in certain positions. But I guess this is true for any device you attach to your belt, and not just a Palm.