 Small,
light, and compact, the Palm Zire handheld is a great PDA for
anyone looking for a basic electronic personal information
manager to help organize their tasks, meetings, and contacts.
Getting started with the Zire
is simple, making it ideal for people who are new to the world
of handheld devices.
We were up and running within 20 minutes of opening the package.
As part of our setup, we synced the Zire with Microsoft Outlook.
Initially, we had to try twice before we could successfully sync
our data, but have been able to sync data flawlessly ever since.
All of our contacts and scheduled meetings transferred
effortlessly, and we quickly came to depend on the Zire to tell
us where and when we had to be at a given time. However, with
only a 2 MB storage capability, this handheld won't hold a huge
about of data.
The Palm Zire is attractively colored with a white front and a
silvery gray back, but Palm really cut corners with the screen
cover. The cover is made of a flexible plastic that flaps around
when it is supposed to be centered on the screen, and is awkward
to keep out of the way when you want to access the screen. It's
so annoying we recommend not using it at all. Fortunately, the
screen cover comes separate from the Zire itself so this is easy
to do.
While not a powerful handheld, the Palm Zire is worth considering if
you're looking for a way to keep your tasks, contacts, and
meetings organized. It performs those tasks wonderfully, and is
priced affordably. --Patricia Atherly
Pros:
Cons:
Description:
Easy to learn and use, the Palm Zire handheld offers you great
value at an affordable price. It's compact enough to slip into a
pocket and keeps all of your important information--addresses,
appointments, notes, and more--at your fingertips, whether
you're at work, at school, or at home.
Enter information right
on its screen with Graffiti software, Palm's alphabet, or easily
transfer information from your PC or Mac. With a rechargeable
battery for hassle-free operation and a handy flip-cover to
protect the screen while you're on the go, the Zire handheld is
a practical and reliable way to keep your busy life in balance.
Features:
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Palm organization and style
at an affordable price
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Easy to learn and use--even
if you've never used a handheld before
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Mini-USB connector allows
easy transfer and backup to computer
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Keeps addresses,
appointments, and important information safe and secure
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Rechargeable battery allows
hassle-free operation
Technical
data:
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Memory
(standard): 2 MB
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Memory
(maximum): 2 MB
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CompactFlash:
No
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Other
expansion: No
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Display
type: Monochrome
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Display
size: 160 x 160 pixels
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Backlight:
No
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Processor:
16 MHz Motorola Dragonball EZ
Processor
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Operating
system: Palm OS v 4.1
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PC
compatible: Yes
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Mac
compatible: Yes
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PC
system requirements: Windows 98,
2000, ME, and XP; one available USB port; 30 MB free hard
disk space; CD-ROM drive
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Mac
system requirements: Mac OS 9.x
and Mac OSX v 10.1.2 or higher; one available USB port; 30
MB free hard disk space; CD-ROM drive; 5 MB free RAM
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Handwriting
recognition: Yes
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Keyboard:
Onscreen
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User
controls: Stylus
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Memo
pad: Yes
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Address
book: Yes
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Scheduler:
Yes
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Email:
No
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Web
browser: No
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Security:
No
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Stereo:
No
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Built-in
speaker: No
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Headset
jack: No
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Voice
recorder: No
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MP3
playback: No
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WMA
playback: No
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Audible
content playback: No
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AC
adapter included: Yes
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Battery
type: Rechargeable lithium-ion
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Batteries
included: Yes
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Average
battery life: Up to 3 weeks
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Desktop
import/export formats: Information
not available
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Serial:
No
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USB:
Yes
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Infrared:
Yes
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Wireless:
No
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Docking
cradle: No
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PC
cable: Yes
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Other
hardware: Charging cable, USB
HotSync cable, protective flip cover
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Software:
Address Book, Date Book, Clock, To
Do List, Memo Pad, Expense, Note Pad and Calculator. Bonus
game software included; Mine Hunt, Puzzle, Giraffe, and
Hardball
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Width:
2.9 inches
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Height:
4.4 inches
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Depth:
0.6 inches
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Weight:
3.8 ounces
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Warranty,
parts: 90 days
Warranty,
labor: 90 days
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