Palm, Inc. today introduced the affordable Zire 71 handheld with a built-in digital camera and Palm’s sharpest high-resolution color screen to date. At an estimated U.S. street price of $299, theZire 71 handheld gives people the ability to capture life on-the-go. Media aficionados also will enjoy listening to MP3s,(1) watching video clips and carrying their personal photo albums whereverthey go. The all-new sliding design hides a concealed digital camera for spontaneous photo capture.
Designed for youthful professionals, the Zire 71 handheld helps users integrate their digital lifestyle with Palm’s world-class business and personal productivity capabilities. Market research studies from Russell Research reveal that 29 percent of U.S. consumers likely to purchase a PDA in the next several months want a built-in camera, demonstrating a strong interest in the ability to capture snapshots on impulse. The Zire 71 handheld does this and more, while still fitting in the user’s pocket and budget. The Palm(TM) Universal Connector enables customers to add peripherals such as the Palm Ultra-Thin Keyboard. The Palm Expansion Slot lets people use personal productivity, entertainment, education and backup cards.
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