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PalmOne Zire 72

PalmOne Zire 72 Reviews

Handheld - Palm OS 5.2.8 - PXA270 312 MHz - RAM: 32 MB - ROM: 16 MB - Flash: 128 MB color TFT (... More product details

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September, 2010

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Review summary for the PalmOne Zire 72

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 893 reviews from magazines and websites. People appreciate the screen. The performance also gets good feedback, but many are less positive about the battery.

Experts rate this product 79/100 and users 71/100. We analyzed these ratings, the product age and more factors. Compared to other PDAs the PalmOne Zire 72 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 87/100 = Very good quality.

September, 2010

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Palm Zire 72

By Bonnie Cha (cnet.com)Read the full review

Integrated 1.2-megapixel camera with video-record function ; Bluetooth ; fast processor ; multimedia support ; robust software bundle ; expansion slot

No Wi-Fi ; lacks camera lens cover ; battery not user-replaceable

If you can live without Wi-Fi, the midpriced Palm Zire 72 is a well-rounded PDA with features suited for both work and play.

Features of Palm Zire 72Compared to the Zire 71, the Zire 72 runs on a faster...

April, 2004

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palmOne Zire 72 Handheld

By Michael Hoffman (techimo.com)Read the full review

Edit documents, listen to music, take photos, surf the Internet, and much more. The palmOne Zire 72 handheld does it all, with an affordable price to boot.

Competitive price, Expansion slot, Integrated 1.2MP digicam, Bluetooth support, MiniUSB connector

No cradle included, Marginal battery life, Fixed battery

April, 2005

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Excelent midlevel pda

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August, 2005

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Returned to vendor.

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August, 2005

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A Great Handheld

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July, 2005

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PalmOne Zire 72

PalmOne Zire 72 Details

Brand

palmOne (See all palmOne PDAs & Tablets)

Audio Input

Type

Microphone

Audio Output

Type

Speaker(s)

Battery

Technology

Lithium/Lithium polymer

Digital Camera

Main

Yes

Dimensions & Weight

Depth

0.7in

Height

4.6in

Weight

4.8oz

Width

3in

Display (Projector)

Color Support

16-bit (64K colors)

Color Support

16-bit (64K colors)

Technology

TFT active matrix

Flash Memory

Installed Size

128MB

GPS System

GPS Navigation

GPS receiver/None

Header

Compatibility

Mac / PC/Mac / PC

Country Kits

United States

Localization

English

Manufacturer

Palm

Model

72/72 Silver Edition/72 Special Edition

Packaged Quantity

Product Line

Palm Zire

Input Device

Type

5-way navigation button / Stylus / Touch-screen/Stylus / 5-way navigation button / Touch-screen

Modem

Type

None

Networking

Wireless Connectivity

Bluetooth / IrDA/Bluetooth / IrDA

OS Provided

Type

Palm OS 5.2.8

Processor

Clock Speed

312MHz

Type

XScale PXA270

RAM

Installed Size

32MB

ROM

Installed Size

16MB/8MB

System

Handheld Type

Handheld

System Requirements

OS Required

Apple MacOS 9.2.2 / Apple MacOS X 10.2 / Apple MacOS X 10.3 / Microsoft Windows 98/ME/2000/XP/Apple MacOS 9.2.2 / Apple MacOS X 10.2.2 / Apple MacOS X 10.3 / Microsoft Windows 98/ME/2000/XP/Apple MacOS X 10.3 / Microsoft Windows 98/ME/2000/XP / Apple MacOS X 10.2 / Apple MacOS 9.2.2

Manufacturer's Description

Now you can shoot photos and capture and watch video clips anywhere you go. Or listen to MP3s (video and MP3 capabilities require an expansion card, sold separately) as you take your tunes wherever life takes you. When it comes to productivity, the Zire 72 handheld means business. Create and edit Word- and Excel-compatible files. Or get wireless e-mail and Internet access with its built-in Bluetooth technology (requires a compatible Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone and an ISP, both sold separately). All on a brilliant color display that keeps your whole life looking good.Life moves pretty fast, but that doesn't mean you can't capture its moments. Thanks to the Zire 72 handheld's built-in camera, you can shoot photos and video clips, then share them with friends and co-workers. Simply show them in person or download and send them via e-mail from your computer. Create entire albums of pictures and videos on your handheld.Carry your tunes with you wherever you go, and listen to them using the built-in speakers or a pair of stereo headphones (headphones sold separately). It won't slow you down, either. You can play MP3s while you're scheduling appointments, adding contacts, or just enjoying a spare moment. With the Zire 72 handheld, your life just sounds better.The Zire 72 handheld keeps your business tools close at hand by letting you create and edit Word- and Excel-compatible documents. Not to mention opening up ever-popular Adobe Acrobat files.This handheld comes with WI-FI bundle.