16MB - 32MB PDAs

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: This CLIE's disappointing software and feature set make it a less than ideal choice when compared to the competition.

Specs: Palm OS 5.2, 16 MB, Motorola 200 MHz, IrDA, 3 in x 0.5 in x 4.3 in, Stylus, Jog Dial, Touch-screen

The Bottom Line: Though we wish it had built-in wireless connectivity, the versatile NX73 is a less expensive, slightly improved version of the highly rated NX70.

Specs: Palm OS 5.0, 16 MB, Intel 200 MHzXScale PXA263, IrDA, 2.9 in x 0.9 in x 5.3 in, Stylus

The Bottom Line: Palm finally has a well-priced handheld that can go toe-to-toe with Sony's midpriced CLIEs.

Specs: Palm OS 5.2.1, 16 MB, Texas Instruments 144 MHzOMAP310, IrDA, 2.9 in x 0.7 in x 4.5 in, Stylus, Touch-screen, 5-way navigation button

The Bottom Line: If you don't want to spend big bucks on a swivel-screen CLIE, this is next best thing--and it's more compact.

Specs: Palm OS 5.0, 16 MB, 200 MHz, IrDA, Bluetooth, 2.9 in x 0.5 in x 5 in, Stylus, Jog Dial, Keyboard, Touch-screen

The Bottom Line: The SJ22 lacks some software that comes with the SJ30, but its lower price makes it a great deal for a color Palm PDA.

Specs: Palm OS 4.1, 16 MB DRAM, IrDA, 2.9 in x 0.7 in x 4.1 in, Stylus, Jog Dial, Touch-screen

The Bottom Line: While it has some flaws, the SJ33's fast processor and integrated MP3 player make it a good deal for the price.

Specs: Palm OS 4.1, 16 MB, Motorola 66 MHzMC68SZ328, IrDA, 2.9 in x 0.9 in x 4.3 in, Stylus, Jog Dial, Touch-screen

The Bottom Line: This gadget lover's dream does so much that we wish it did just a little more--particularly considering its size and price.

Specs: Palm OS 5.0, 16 MB DRAM, Intel 200 MHzXScale PXA250, IrDA, Bluetooth, 3 in x 0.9 in x 5.6 in, Stylus, Jog Dial, Touch-screen, Scroll button

The Bottom Line: The NX70V is arguably the fastest, slickest, and most functional Palm-based handheld, but it's a lot to carry.

Specs: Palm OS 5.0, 16 MB DRAM, Intel 200 MHzXScale PXA250, IrDA, 2.8 in x 0.9 in x 5.4 in, Stylus, Keyboard, Touch-screen

The Bottom Line: Palm has created a slick and innovative PDA, but it faces serious competition from other attractive, high-end handhelds.

Specs: Palm OS 5.0, 16 MB DRAM, Texas Instruments 144 MHzOMAP1510, Bluetooth, 3 in x 0.6 in x 4 in, Stylus, Touch-screen, 5-way navigation button