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adric ([personal profile] adric) wrote2004-01-25 06:32 am

Sony Clie TJ35 and Palm Zire 71

Your data and opinions requested. I'm having trouble deciding between these two. (Go ahead and suggest another model if you like :) In particular I'd like to hear about compatibility (ie with Mac, Linux, etc). TIA.
Sony TJ35
  • link
  • 32 (23) MiB onboard plus sticks
  • Stick: 128/256 MiB $70/120
  • It's Sony.
    No
  • built in MP3 player
  • poss. camera stick option 149(?)
  • Missing Sync for CLIE ($30/40)
  • Sticks mount as disks,
    has iTunes, iPhoto plugins
  • usb sync cable, cradle is $30 USD
  • includes free leather fold case (?)
Palm Z 71:
  • link
  • 16 (13) MiB onboard, plus cards
  • Cards: 64/128 MiB $40/70
  • Software cards available:
    Sonic the Hedgehog, Brittanica
  • MP3 kit: 64 SD card $20 w/ unit
  • built in camera: VGA JPG
  • iSync/PD support, "send to" docklet
  • or push thru USB cardreader
    iTunes support unknown
  • usb sync cradle, ac adapter
  • protective carry case (?)
common:
  • MSRP $ 249.99 USD
  • 320x320 16 bpp color backlit touchscreen
  • OS (5.2.1) , base apps in ROM
  • Palm Desktop for Win, Mac
  • folding keyboard available, $100
  • both vendors seem to offer free ground ship

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