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Palm Zire review

5.7

Editors' Rating

Average

7.5

Members' Rating

Very Good

Typical price:£ 88

Verdict

Palm’s inexpensive and ultra-basic Zire lowers the entry-level bar for handhelds. However, the price needs to drop even further if it's to become a compelling purchase for first-time buyers... Read Full Review.

Pros

  • Separate connector for recharging without a computer
  • Battery recharges through the USB port
  • Easy connection via a mini-USB cable.

Cons

  • Lacks backlight
  • No expansion slot
  • Slow processor.

Key Specs

Dimensions (W x H x D): 112x16x74 mm
Weight: 109 g
Operating system: Palm OS 4.1.x
Software included: Date Book, Address Book, To-Do List, Memo Pad, Note Pad, Clock, Calculator, Security, Expense, Graffiti
Processor: Motorola Dragonball EZ
Clock speed: 16 MHz
Installed ROM: 2 MB
Installed RAM: 2 MB
Display size: 2.75 in
Wireless PAN: infrared

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Member Opinion

7.5

Average Member Rating

Very Good

3 Members have reviewed this product

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Anonymous

Anonymous

Great entry-level Palm

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7.0

Very Good


Anonymous

Anonymous

Entry-level product

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7.5

Very Good


Michael Franks

Michael Franks

Very useful PDA

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8.0

Excellent


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