Palm Tungsten C -
Palm’s latest PDA offering delivers wireless networking, lots of RAM and a faster processor—a PDA for the professional.
Palm has embraced wireless networking with the Tungsten C, which has built in 802.11b capability. This is definitely a PDA for power users, as along with wireless networking comes 64MB of RAM, 51MB of which is available for your applications and data. The Tungsten C runs on the new Intel PXA 255 processor, an update of the PXA 250 which has more speed and better power management than its predecessor.
The hardware looks very much like that of the Tungsten W. There is no antenna like the W has, but there is a keypad where the Graffiti area traditionally sits on a Palm. A new version of Graffiti, called rather unimaginatively Graffiti2, is provided, and you can use this to write text direct to the screen should you desire to.
Palm provides a whole slew of applications including Documents To Go, for working with Word, Excel and PowerPoint documents. This is in ROM along with email software VersaMail and software to set up the wireless networking features and run VPN (Virtual Private Networking) sessions.
Connecting to an existing 802.11b network is easy as pie – and a separate manual walks you though the process if required. Once connected, you can use another ROM-based application, Web, to browse the Web using your wireless modem.
Though designed with professional users in mind Palm has not lost sight of the fact that the Tungsten C will appeal to a wider audience. They provide the Kinoma player for watching movies and Photos for looking at digital images. A key notable absence is any kind of MP3 player.
Palm’s addition to the range of PDAs with built in 802.11b is a very impressive one. It has the processing power to cope with wireless activity and the memory to deal with the data you’ll download and share while using wireless.--Sandra Vogel
Description:
Palm's most powerful and robust handheld yet, the Palm Tungsten C is designed for ultimate performance. Running on an untra-fast 400 MHz processor, the latest Palm OS, and plenty of memory (64 MB), it handles your complex business files with ease.
The Tungsten C handheld's built-in Wi-Fi (802.11b) technology lets you access your business and personal networks, send e-mail and attachments, and browse the Internet with blazing efficiency.
You're connected anywhere you have Wi-Fi access--at your office, at home, in airports, hotels, cafes, and more--with the number of access points and Hotspots continually growing.
Display
The Palm Tungsten C features a new easy-to-read, high resolution, 320x320 transflective color screen. Web pages, presentations, e-mails, and more are displayed with vibrant, ultra-sharp clarity.
Expansion
The Tungsten C uses Multimedia Card and Secure Digital expansion cards, which instantly add software applications, additional memory, large databases, and more without taking up built-in memory space.
Operating System
The Tungsten is powered by Palm OS 5.2.1, which provides higher performance, enhanced multimedia features, support for Bluetooth connectivity and networking, and enterprise-class security.
Extra Software
Along with the standard Palm software, you'll receive a Software Essentials CD-ROM containing Acrobat Reader, Copytalk, Infinity Softworks powerOne personal calculator, WorldMate, Voice Memo, Printboy printing software by Bachmann, Calligo Calendar, Solitaire by Handmark, Kinoma Player & Producer, Palm Reader, and more.
Compatibility
The Palm Tungsten C is compatible with PCs running Windows 98, NT 4.0, 2000, Me, and XP, and with Macs running Mac OS X 10.1.2 or later.
Features:
Bright 320x320 transflective color screen
Fast, 400 MHz Intel PXA255 processor with Intel XScale technology
Built-in Wi-Fi and keyboard
Secure Digital/MultiMediaCard Expansion Slot
Palm OS version 5.2.1
Technical data:
Display : Color
Handwriting Recognition : No
Expansion Slot : Yes
Operating System : Palm OS v.5.2.1
Built-In Memory : 64 MB
Processor: 400 MHz Intel PXA255 processor
Display Type : 16-bit, 320 x 320 bright transflective TFT color display
Type of Connection to PC : USB Cradle
Modem Included? : No
Modem Option : Integrated 802.11b Wireless LAN Connection
Method of Keyboard Entry : Built-in keyboard
Infrared Data Share : Yes
Voice Recording : No
Voice Commands : No
Calculator : Yes
Calendar : Yes
Appointment : Yes
To Do List : Yes
Reminder Alarms : Vibrate, LED or Sound
Phone Number/Address : Yes
Spreadsheet : Yes
Word Processor : Yes
Email Software : Yes
Fax Software : No
Other Applications : VersaMail 2.5, PalmSource Web Browser 2.0, Palm Photos 1.0, DataViz Documents To Go Professional Edition 5.1, Pro Edition 5.003, PPTP VPN client by Mergic, Adobe Acrobat Reader for Palm OS
PC System Requirements : Microsoft Windows 98/NT 4.0/2000/Me/XP (Windows NT, 2000 and XP require admin rights to install. Windows NT and systems without USB ports, require the Serial HotSync Cradle-sold separately), Mac OS X 10.1.2 or higher
Included Accessories : Stylus, Flip Cover, USB HotSync Cradle, Power Supply, Desktop Installation CD with PDF-file users manuals, Software Essentials CD
Batteries: 1500mAh Rechargeable Lithium Ion/Polymer
Available Options : PalmPak Game Cards, PalmPak Travel Cards, Expansion Cards, Backup Cards, PalmPak Dictionary/Thesaurus Cards, Cases, Styli, Keyboard, Serial HotSync Cradle, HotSync Cable
Size: 4.8"x3.1"x.65" in inches
Weight: 6.3 ounces
Warranty Parts : 12 Months
Warranty Labor : 12 Months
Released: April 2003
