HP iPAQ 111 Classic Handheld

Description: The HP iPAQ 111 is a Pocket PC-based, consumer-oriented handheld device.Compared to other consumer-oriented handhelds on the market, it is midpriced at around $280.You can expand the memory of this unit using Secure Digital (SD), or MMC media.Runs on Microsoft Windows mobile 6.0.

Pros: Runs on the Microsoft Windows mobile 6.0 operating system, which is considerably more advanced than some similarly priced handhelds.Also, this handheld weighs just 4.1 ounces weight, which is somewhat relatively lighter than some similarly priced handhelds.

Cons: Since this device runs on Pocket PC, it will work only with Windows, not with Linux or Macintosh operating systems.

Suitability: A consumer-oriented handheld, suited for every-day use.Also, its display, supporting 64,000 colors at 320x240 resolution, makes it adequate for viewing color images.This handheld supports the Bluetooth private area network protocol, meaning it can wirelessly connect with other Bluetooth-enabled devices within about 30 feet to synchronize data, access e-mail and the Internet, exchange files, and print documents.This handheld will also store and playback your favorite MP3 audio files.The Wi-Fi (802.11b) capability of this PDA allows you to connect to wireless networks in offices, airports, and in hundreds of public areas (charges may apply).

Value: In general, this handheld has great features for the money.Nonetheless, take note that about $240 is the estimated street price of PDAs with similar capabilities.

Suggestions: (1) If you think you'll enter large amounts of data, consider purchasing an external portable keyboard for your PDA.(2) For news and reviews of the latest handhelds, visit the Handhelds Feature on CNET Reviews.

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• Manufacturer: HP
• Part Number: FA979AA#ABA

• General

• Product Type Handheld
• Width 2.7 in
• Depth 0.6 in
• Height 4.6 in
• Dimensions (W x D x H) 2.7 in x 0.6 in x 4.6 in
• Localization United States
• Weight 4.1 oz
• Localization United States

• Processor

• Processor Marvell XScale PXA310 624 MHz
• Processor Marvell 624 MHzXScale PXA310

• Memory

• ROM 256 MB - Flash
• RAM 64 MB - SDRAM
• Installed RAM 64 MB
• Supported Flash Memory Cards SD Memory Card
• Compatibility SDIO
• RAM technology SDRAM
• Installed ROM 256 MB Flash

• Display

• Display Type 3.5 in TFT active matrix - Transflective
• Display type 3.5 in TFT active matrix
• Image 16-bit (64K colors)
• Display Resolution 320 x 240

• Operating System / Software

• OS Provided Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.0
• Software Games, Calculator, Asset Viewer, File Manager, MSN Messenger, iPAQ Wireless, Voice Recorder, Wireless Manager, HP Setup Assistant, Adobe Acrobat Reader, Certificate Enroller, HP Photosmart Mobile, Microsoft ActiveSync, Microsoft Office Mobile, Windows Media Player 10 Mobile, Microsoft Office Outlook Mobile, Microsoft Internet Explorer Mobile

• Input Device

• Input device type Stylus, Touch-screen, 5-way navigation button
• Type Stylus, Touch-screen, 5-way navigation button

• Audio

• Supported Digital Audio Formats MP3
• Audio Input Microphone
• Audio input type Microphone
• Audio Output Speaker(s)
• Voice Recording Capability Yes
• Compliant Standards CE, UL, ACA, CCC, DGT, FCC, MIC, MOC, NOM, RRL, BSMI, CCIB, GOST, ICES, SABS, SASO, VCCI, CISPR, C-Tick

• Telecom

• Modem None
• Modem None

• Expansion / Connectivity

• Expansion Slots Total (Free) 1 SD Memory Card
• Wireless Connectivity IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Bluetooth 2.0 EDR
• Interfaces 1 x Headphones - Output - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 1 x USB - Mini-USB Type B
• Port / Connector Type:Interface 1HeadphonesOutput, 1USB
• Connector Provided Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Mini-USB Type B
• Expansion slot(s) total (free) 1 SD Memory Card
• Cable(s) included 1 x USB cable, 1 x 4 ftPower cable

• Power

• Battery installed (max) 1 Lithium ion
• Power Device Power adapter
• Voltage Required AC 120/230 V
• Power supply device Power adapter

• Miscellaneous

• Cables Included 1 x USB cable, 1 x Power cable - 4 ft

• Environmental Parameters

• Operating temperature 32 °F113 °F
• Humidity Range Operating 35 - 85%
• Min Operating Temperature 32 °F
• Max Operating Temperature 113 °F

• GPS

• GPS Navigation None

• Battery

• Installed Qty (Max Supported) 1
• Technology / Form Factor Lithium ion
• Capacity 1200 mAh

• Warranty

• Service & Support 1 year warranty
• Service / Support Details 1 year Limited warranty Parts and labor, 90 days Technical support

• Manufacturer Warranty

• Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year, Technical support - Software - 90 days

HP

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.hp.com