TI 83 Plus Graphing Calculator

It’s been hailed by educators and the student world at large, as “amazing”, “revolutionary”, “versatile”, “unrivalled”, “flexible”, and more ... however, the TI 83 Plus Graphing Calculator certainly deserves every conceivable accolade there is. When Texas Instruments introduced the TI 83 Plus in 1999, a whirlwind of change swept across schools, colleges and universities across the US. It sent competing companies back to their drawing boards, and slide rules and ‘good ole’ calculators into museums, and the pages of history.

In a little over a decade, the TI 83 Plus – a major upgrade to the earlier TI 83 – has become one of the most popular models in the Texas Instruments family of graphing calculators. And there are more reasons than one why it is the hand-held graphing calculator of choice among students, particularly those appearing for various entrance exams, as well as a great teaching aid for all faculty members in schools, colleges and universities across the US.

As of today, the TI 83 Plus Graphing Calculator occupies pedestal position among the many brands available in US and Canadian markets, and the demand for this pocket-sized genius continues. Here are some of the main reasons which have contributed significantly to its phenomenal success:

The Power of Added Value

Being a significantly upgraded model of renowned TI 83 pedigree, the Flash technology-enhanced, TI 83 Plus packs the kind of convenience, flexibility and value that students can put to optimum use, during regular Algebra, Biology, (Pre) Calculus, and Physics classes. It is also designed to perform mathematical, statistical, financial and scientific functions, and most importantly, is of indispensable value to students appearing for entrance exams, viz. SAT, AP, PSAT/NMSQT, ACT, Internal Baccalaureate® and Praxis™.

What’s more, with cutting-edge Flash technology, the TI 83 Plus offers users the flexibility to add TI 83 Plus software applications, while its added functionality includes far more than merely science and math. Put together, The TI 83 Plus Graphing Calculator offers great long-term performance, utility and value.

The Value of Added Features

As with every model in its TI family of graphing calculators, Texas Instruments has packed many useful, high-quality features, and a seemingly endless number of add-on applications in the TI 83 Plus. While the numerous buttons on its well laid out keypad may seem intimidating to first-time users, the fact is that Texas Instruments has maintained its renowned commitment to simplicity of operational use, and the TI 83 Plus more than demonstrates this.

In summary, the key features of the TI 83 Plus Graphing Calculator offer:

• 160K/24K – ROM/RAM (store up to 10 applications simultaneously)
• Fully upgradeable software and operating system (makes your TI 83 Plus a great long-term investment)
• The ability to graph and compare math and science functions
• Math and science data analysis and plotting
• Easy-to-use interface for entering and viewing math problems exactly as they appear in user’s textbooks
• A variety of pre-loaded applications (e.g. Vernier EasyData™, StudyCards™ and more)
• TI-84 Plus and TI-84 Plus Silver Edition model compatibility
• Optional, TI-GRAPH LINK™ cable for efficient computer connectivity to add and upgrade software applications (transfer data and files between computer and calculator)
• All standard calculator features
• 1-year limited company warranty

If one combines the crystal-clear graphics of its large 96x64 mm LCD screen; the multiple, useful features and applications; and the simplicity of operational use, the TI 83 Plus Graphing Calculator is indeed a great long-term investment and true value for money. To students and educators, it is one dependable right hand man they can fully count on for their success.