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Palm Pre (Preview)

By Bonnie Cha, CNET.com on 13 January 2009 11:31 AM

Tags: palm pre, preview, linux, smartphone

Manufacturer: Palm

Camera

  • Camera resolution
  • 3-megapixel
  • Video capture
  • No

Connectivity

  • Wireless technology
  • Bluetooth, Wi-Fi (802.11b/g)
  • Data Services
  • GPRS, WAP, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA
  • GPS receiver
  • Yes
  • USB
  • Yes

Display

  • Screen resolution
  • 320 x 480 pixels

Entertainment

  • Video player
  • Yes

Functionality

  • Input method
  • QWERTY keyboard
  • Synchronisation method(s)
  • USB2.0
  • Operating system
  • Palm OS
  • Supported audio file formats
  • AAC, AAC+, MP3, WMA, OGG
  • Supported video file formats
  • MPEG-4
  • Supported picture file formats
  • JPG
  • Web browser
  • Yes
  • Java
  • Yes

Messaging

  • Messaging capabilities
  • SMS, MMS, E-mail, Instant Messaging
  • Email protocols
  • POP3, IMAP4
  • Push e-mail
  • Yes

Other

  • Phone type
  • 3G, Business, Smartphone, GPS
  • Form factor
  • Slider
  • Included accessories
  • Manual, Software (Windows), Charger, Stereo headset, USB cable

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Description:

It's no secret that Palm's been struggling to keep up with the competition and has come under heavy criticism for its lack of innovation and delays in releasing its new operating system. So can you blame us for thinking that Palm might disappoint again?

The good:
  • The Palm Pre's multitasking capabilities and notifications system are unparalleled
  • A vibrant display with multi-touch functionality
  • Solid web browser and good multimedia integration
The bad:
  • QWERTY keyboard is cramped
  • Battery drains quickly
  • Lacks expansion slot, video-recording capabilities, on-screen keyboard and Flash support
The bottomline:

Despite some missing features and performance issues, the Palm Pre offers gadget lovers well-integrated features and unparalleled multitasking capabilities. Palm has developed a solid OS that not only rivals the competition, but also sets a new standard in the way smartphones handle tasks and manage information.

Editors’ rating:

7.3/10

RRP: TBA

Related topics:

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