All PDAs

Specs: Microsoft Windows Mobile for Pocket PC 2003 Second Edition, 32 MB, Intel 312 MHzXscale, IrDA, 3 in x 0.6 in x 4.6 in, Stylus, Jog wheel, Touch-screen, 5-way navigation button

The Bottom Line: The Sony CLIE PEG-TJ37 stays competitive with an integrated camera and Wi-Fi but runs out of steam with a dim screen and poor battery life.

Specs: Palm OS 5.2, 32 MB, Motorola 200 MHz, IrDA, IEEE 802.11b, 3 in x 0.5 in x 4.4 in, Stylus, Jog Dial, Touch-screen

The Bottom Line: If you can live without Wi-Fi, the midpriced Palm Zire 72 is a well-rounded PDA with features suited for both work and play.

Specs: Palm OS 5.2.8, 32 MB, Intel 312 MHzXscale, IrDA, Bluetooth, 3 in x 0.7 in x 4.6 in, Stylus, Touch-screen, 5-way navigation button

The Bottom Line: The entry-level Palm Zire 31 should have users singing a happy tune with an affordable price tag, added memory, a fast processor, and MP3 playback.

Specs: Palm OS 5.2.8, 16 MB, Intel 200 MHzARM, IrDA, 2.9 in x 0.6 in x 4.4 in, Stylus, Touch-screen, 5-way navigation button

The Bottom Line: Despite a few design quirks, the sleek Sony CLIE PEG-TH55 offers a long list of features that will appeal both to business users and those with more playful natures.

Specs: Palm OS 5.2, 32 MB, Sony, IrDA, IEEE 802.11b, 3.0 in x 0.6 in x 4.9 in, Stylus, Jog Dial, Touch-screen

The Bottom Line: The Mio 168 hits a couple of roadblocks in the city but still drives off with a winning PDA/GPS combo.

Specs: Microsoft Windows Mobile for Pocket PC 2003, 64 MB, Intel 300 MHzXScale PXA255, 2.8 in x 0.6 in x 4.4 in, Stylus, Touch-screen

The Bottom Line: With excellent features and strong performance, the A716 challenges but falls just short of established high-end Pocket PCs.

Specs: Microsoft Windows Mobile for Pocket PC 2003, 64 MB, Intel 400 MHzXScale PXA255, IrDA, Bluetooth, IEEE 802.11b, 3.1 in x 0.7 in x 5.3 in, Stylus, Touch-screen

The Bottom Line: The camera is a nice touch, but basic software and a lack of multimedia support keep the TJ27 just behind the competition.

Specs: Palm OS 5.2, 32 MB, Motorola 200 MHz, IrDA, 3 in x 0.5 in x 4.4 in, Stylus, Jog Dial, Touch-screen

Specs: Microsoft Windows Mobile for Pocket PC 2003, 64 MB, Intel 400 MHz, IrDA, Bluetooth, IEEE 802.11b, 2.8 in x 0.6 in x 4.9 in, Stylus, Joystick, Jog wheel, Touch-screen

The Bottom Line: While not the lightest or cheapest PDA, the e800 offers road warriors powerful performance and robust software.

Specs: Microsoft Windows Mobile for Pocket PC 2003 Premium, 128 MB, Intel 400 MHzXScale PXA263, IrDA, IEEE 802.11b, 3 in x 0.6 in x 5.3 in, Stylus, Touch-screen, 5-way navigation button