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Reviews of the Palm Zire 31 Handheld

  • 7.0

    pcworld.com

    Review Summary: It's something of a splurge for a basic PDA, but the Zire 31 has some very desirable features, including the lowest-priced color screen to date on a Palm-based handheld.

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  • No Rating

    pcworld.com

    Review Summary: To help new PDA users (for whom this model was designed), PalmOne has bundled--along with the standard Palm OS apps--a nice selection of software, such as a basic personal finance manager, a simple database application with some samples (for tracking ...

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  • 6.6

    asia.cnet.com

    By Bonnie Cha | May 18, 2004

    Review Summary: The entry-level Zire 31 should have users singing a happy tune with an affordable price tag, added memory, a fast processor, and MP3 playback.

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  • No Rating

    pcworld.com

    By Yardena Arar, PC World | May 12, 2004

    Review Summary: PalmOne offers color for beginning PDA users; the Sony way with handhelds.

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  • 7.0

    trustedreviews.com

    By Lars-Göran Nilsson | May 11, 2004

    Review Summary: The Zire 31 brings the colour PDA one step closer to the sub -100 price point. It is well featured for the money, but the low quality display will put some buyers off. ModelZire 31 URLwww.palmone.com/uk Supplierebuyer Price-103.83 OSPalm OS 5.2 ...

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Manufacturer: Palm

Part number: P80708US

General

  • Product Type Handheld
  • Width 2.9 in
  • Built-in Devices Display
  • Depth 0.6 in
  • Height 4.4 in
  • Dimensions (W x D x H) 2.9 in x 0.6 in x 4.4 in
  • Localization United States
  • Weight 4.1 oz
  • Included Accessories Protective cover
  • Localization United States

Processor

  • Processor Intel ARM 200 MHz
  • Processor Intel 200 MHzARM

Memory

  • RAM 16 MB - SDRAM
  • Installed RAM 16 MB
  • Supported Flash Memory Cards SD Memory Card
  • Max supported RAM 16 MB
  • RAM technology SDRAM

Display

  • Display Type STN passive matrix
  • Display type STN passive matrix
  • Image 16-bit (64K colors)
  • Display Resolution 160 x 160

Operating System / Software

  • OS Provided Palm OS 5.2.8
  • Software Memos, Prefs, Tasks, Expense, Calendar, Contacts, Note Pad, Security, Card Info, Solitaire, Calculator, Quick Tour, Palm Reader, SplashMoney, World clock, AudiblePlayer 2.0, Handmark MobileDB, powerOne Calculator, RealOne Mobile Player, Palm Desktop Software 4.1
  • OS Required Apple MacOS 9.2.2, Apple MacOS X 10.2, Apple MacOS X 10.3, Microsoft Windows 98/ME/2000/XP

Input Device

  • Input device type Stylus, Touch-screen, 5-way navigation button
  • Type Stylus, Touch-screen, 5-way navigation button

Audio

  • Supported Digital Audio Formats MP3
  • Audio Input None
  • Audio input type None
  • Audio Output Headset

Telecom

  • Modem None
  • Modem None
  • 56k technology N/A

Telephone Features

  • Band None

Expansion / Connectivity

  • Expansion Slots Total (Free) 1 ( 1 ) x SD Memory Card
  • Wireless Connectivity IrDA
  • Interfaces 1 x Headphones - Output - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 1 x USB - 4 pin USB Type A
  • Connectivity device(s) included Docking cradle
  • Port / Connector Type:Interface 1HeadphonesOutput, 1USB
  • Port(s) Total (Free) / Connector Type:Free Qty 1
  • Connector Provided Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 4 pin USB Type A
  • Expansion slot(s) total (free) 1 SD Memory Card
  • Total free slots 1
  • Cable(s) included 1 x USB cable

Power

  • Battery installed (max) 1 Lithium polymer
  • Max supported batteries 1
  • Power Device Power adapter
  • Voltage Required AC 100/220 V ( 50/60 Hz )
  • Power supply device Power adapter - External
  • Voltage required AC 100/220 V
  • Power device frequency required 50/60 Hz

System Requirements for PC connection

  • Min Hard Drive Space 60 MB, 25 MB
  • Min processor type Intel Pentium
  • Peripheral / Interface devices USB port

Miscellaneous

  • Cables Included 1 x USB cable

GPS

  • GPS Navigation None

Battery

  • Installed Qty (Max Supported) 1 (installed) / 1 (max)
  • Technology / Form Factor Lithium polymer

Warranty

  • Service & Support 90 days warranty
  • Service / Support Details 90 days Limited warranty Parts and labor, 90 days Technical support Phone consulting

System Requirements for PC Connection

  • Min Processor Type Intel Pentium
  • System Requirements Details Windows 98/2000/ME/XP - HD 60 MB, MacOS X 10.2 - HD 25 MB, MacOS X 10.3 - HD 25 MB

Manufacturer Warranty

  • Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 90 days, Technical support - Phone consulting - 90 days

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Buying Choices

Zire 31 Handheld PDA from 1 online store: Lowest Price: $128.88

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Palm Zire 31 Handheld

Buying Choices

Zire 31 Handheld PDA from 1 online store: Lowest Price: $128.88

See prices from 1 store

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