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Palm Zire 71 Handheld

Hewlett Packard IPAQ hx2490 Pocket PC

87 reviews

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2 reviews

From $137.94 | 2 stores

Product Description

Keep phone numbers and addresses on hand. Write to-do lists. Take notes in meetings. The Zire 71 handheld helps you do it all and keep it all organized. The joystick-like 5-way navigator... More

Keep phone numbers and addresses on hand. Write to-do lists. Take notes in meetings. The Zire 71 handheld helps you do it all and keep it all organized. The joystick-like 5-way navigator gives you quick, one-handed access to your information. Less

Compact Pocket PC allows you to take your favorite songs, videos and Web sites everywhere. Offers Intel PXA270 processor running at 520MHz, 3.5" transflective TFT display, persistent... More

Compact Pocket PC allows you to take your favorite songs, videos and Web sites everywhere. Offers Intel PXA270 processor running at 520MHz, 3.5" transflective TFT display, persistent store feature in case of battery power loss, 128MB user available memory and 256MB total memory including 192MB ROM and 64MB SDRAM. Stay connected with integrated 802.11b for high-speed wireless access to Internet, e-mail and corporate data solutions. Ensure smooth operation with premium edition of Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 for Pocket PC. Work with Excel charts and PowerPoint. Go faster, using USB 2.0, to enhance file transfer speeds and synchronization between your PC and Windows Mobile-based device. Features integrated microphone, speaker and one 3.5 mm stereo headphone jack, MP3 stereo (through audio jack and speaker). Wirelessly print documents and more to a Bluetooth-enabled printer. Input data using multiple options. See images and slide shows using the HP Image Zone software for Pocket PC. Less

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Key Features

Wireless Capabilities

Infrared irDA

WLAN 802.11b • Bluetooth • Infrared irDA

Weight

5.3 oz.

5.8 oz.

Installed RAM

16 MB

64 MB

Operating System

Palm OS

Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0

Screen Size

3.5 inch

Family Line

Palm Zire

Hewlett Packard IPAQ

Type

PDA

Technical Features

Expansion Slot

SDIO Slot • Secure Digital (SD) Card Slot • MultiMediaCard (MMC) Slot

Processor Speed

144 MHz

Input Method

Jog Dial • Touch Screen • Handwrite Recognition

Touch Screen • 5-Way Navigator

Interface Type

USB • Infrared

Display

Screen Resolution

320 x 320

240 x 320

Color Depth

16-bit (64k colors)

Display Technology

Transflective Color TFT

Color TFT LCD

Multimedia

Digital Camera Resolution

0.3 Megapixels

Built-in Music Player

MP3 Player

Digital Photography Features

Automatic Light Balance

Audio Output

Built in Speaker • 3.5 mm Stereo jack

Built-in Digital Camera

Battery

Battery Type

Proprietary Lithium

Dimensions

Depth

0.67 in.

0.6 in.

Height

4.5 in.

4.7 in.

Width

2.9 in.

3 in.

Warranty

1 Year

Miscellaneous

Cradle type

USB Cradle

Included Accessories

Stylus • Protective Cover • Charger Cradle

Release Date

May, 2003

Product ID

20751324

36033535

UPC

805931008343

882780062832

Product MPN

MPN

Zire 71

FB188AA#ABA

Consumer Reviews

Palm Zire 71 Handheld

Not Currently Available

Hewlett Packard IPAQ hx2490 Pocket PC

From $137.94

Product Review Summary

3.9

Based on 87 user reviews

78% recommend this product

5 stars

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Cons

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Consumer Reviews

I am not blue, but it IS !

byreadhttp Feb 28, 2004

115 Helpfuls 116 Helpfuls

Pros Sleek Design, Navigation stick, Camera

Cons Original packaging,included memory

Recommended it? Yes

I had relied on little yellow sticky notes, torn off pieces of paper, or my memory to keep my professional and personal life in balance for many years. Then a few years ago, I allowed the technology of the Palm M100 to aid me in my quest for perfection and balance. While I enjoyed my new friend,... Read full review »

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Palm Zire 71 - The Eighth Wonder of the World

byvadimio Sep 16, 2003

110 Helpfuls 111 Helpfuls

Pros digital camera, MP3 player, Palm OS 5, great screen, Graffiti 2

Cons memory card needed to play MP3s

Recommended it? Yes

PDAs are really useful items, and each year they become better and better. A lot of my friends and I have become hooked on this marvelous technology, and I have had a chance to use many models. One particular Palm that I liked after using it was the Palm Zire 71. I own a Palm m130 , and I thought... Read full review »

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Product Review Summary

4.0

Based on 2 user reviews

100% recommend this product

5 stars

4 stars

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2 stars

1 star

Pros

None Yet

Cons

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Good For

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Consumer Reviews

iPaking with a Punch

bybigfatdogs May 31, 2008

8 Helpfuls 9 Helpfuls

Pros slim and powerful

Cons battery power is not the best

Recommended it? Yes

iPaking with a Punch
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I have had my iPak for about 2 years. At first I had difficulty switching over from using a written filofax to the iPaq. The beauty is that the calendar diary on this is absolutely fantastic, it remembers, and it lets you know when you need... Read full review »

106

HP iPAQ

bykevinwebb92 Mar 20, 2010

1 Helpfuls 2 Helpfuls

Pros None submitted

Cons None submitted

Recommended it? Yes

It is packed with features. It has a big, crystal clear screen. It is a like a mini computer and offers great many services including MS suite feature. It allows for data transfer through bluetooth, which is very convenient. Good Buy. Read full review »

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