Some people do not require expensive PDAs full of gadgetry that they have no use for. You may not need e-mail, web browsing or corporate network access on a PDA if all you want is to manage personal information in an organized manner. For this you simply need an inexpensive PDA.
There are two main operating systems running the typical no-frills PDA. These are the PalmOne and Pocket PC. Either operating system can synch with most Windows-based applications. You'll also find that the least expensive PalmOne devices are cheaper than most of their Pocket PC counterparts.
Amongst the more inexpensive and decent PDAs is the Palm Zire 21 that is the only reasonably current PDA under $100. The battery lasts for weeks and it handles PIM applications and the occasional game. The Palm Zire 31 has a color screen, a memory card slot and an MP3 player. You pay additionally for the SD card. This PDA is really low cost and a good deal.
For something under $200 the Dell AximX30 and Dell Small Business are real good. These budget models sync up with Windows PCs quickly and easily. Alternately the Nokia 3220 can be turned into a PDA with a cable and the right software. This multicolored phone syncs your calendar information with your PC using Nokia's free PC Suite 6.5 software.
Alternatively you can look out for deals and discount offers that assist you to buy low cost PDAs. |
