TI 84 Silver Edition Graphing Calculator - A Personal Breakdown

The TI 84 Silver Edition Graphing Calculator from the folks at Texas Instruments was released in 2004. This upgrade of the TI 83 Silver Edition was received by the industry with open arms. This newer model packed a whopping 2.5 times more speed than its predecessor, the TI-83 Plus Silver Edition, with nine times the memory to boot! Not only did this new model come with a massive speed and storage capacity boost, but also with over 30 useful apps, and an endless amount of new features unique to the TI-84 model.

A General Break Down of the Features

The Upgraded Features
- More speed (a processor that's 2.5 times faster)
- More memory (24 KB RAM and 480 KB of Flash ROM)
- Enhanced high-contrast display (eight lines by 16 characters)
- Built-in USB capability that lets you connect to your computer or communicate with other TI -84, TI-83, or TI Presentation tools.

The TI 84 Silver Edition Graphing Calculator, comes pre-loaded many kinds of useful personal study tools and applications that are unique to the T-84 Models.

Some of these pre-loaded applications already pre-loaded include an Organizer Area, 100s of Formulas, a Cell Sheet, - and Study Cards. Also included are the official AP Biology review questions.

Some Notable Features
With its enhanced storage capability, thanks to nearly 2MB of RAM, the TI 84 Silver Edition Graphing Calculator has room for a lot applications and features, in conjunction with the already large amount of pre-loaded features.

Some of these features include:
- Base Conversions & Math Binary
- Parametric Equations
- Differential Equations
- Complex Numbers
- Interactive Zoom x 14
- Programming Steps/Storage
- Programming Subroutines
- Hypothesis Testing
- 2 Variable Statistics

It Also comes with your basic I/O port and the ever so important USB capability to ensure simple data transfers.

Well Worth The Cost
Despite the fact that many people relate TI to school; You will find many of these models in the professional workplace as well. From machinists calculating the degree of an angle for CNC programs, to contractors performing calculations using the preloaded formulas for plumbing or electrical work; this calculator is about as versatile as they can come! Whether you are purchasing one for the first time after doing a little research, or upgrading from a previous TI model, the TI-84 Plus silver Edition is an excellent investment, and take it from me, as a personal owner of one, you are making a good choice!