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16 MB RAM - TFT active matrix - CPU: XScale PXA250 - Infrared, Bluetooth - Palm OS 5.0 more

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The Palm-powered PEG-NZ90 CLIE handheld pushes the envelope of handheld computing, featuring the Palm OS as well as an ARM-compliant CPU for enhanced overall performance and...
more...exceptional multimedia experience. The built-in camera supports UXGA resolution (1600x1200) for high-quality still photos, and includes several enhancements, such as 2X digital zoom, strobe flash, auto focus, and manual exposure adjustment, to help make your photos look their best. You can also record and playback video (MPEG-4) and store it on Memory Stick media. Built-in Bluetooth technology allows you to pair your CLIE handheld with other Bluetooth-compatible peripheral devices. HotSync your CLIE handheld with a Bluetooth-enabled VAIO PC, exchange data or play games between CLIE handhelds using Bluetooth, or connect to the Internet via mobile phone with built-in Bluetooth - all wirelessly (Bluetooth-compatible peripherals sold separately and Internet service provider required)! These are only a few of the possibilities. PEG-NZ90 is also equipped with a wireless communication slot for adding an optional wireless LAN (802.11b) card. Browse the web, check emails and synchronize data wirelessly with your PC via wireless local area network (LAN access point sold separately and Internet service provider required). This CLIE also incorporates a voice recorder feature to record and playback voice memo. Approximately 535 minutes on 128 MB Memory Stick 2 can be recorded in LP model. PEG-NZ90 also includes a slim and stylish multi-function USB cradle, with folding mechanism for portability. It includes USB for HotSync operations and printing JPEG still images directly to a printer. You can also display JPEG pictures on a monitor using the AV output! Another new feature is the removable Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery pack. The "Smart LITHIUM" battery pack indicates the remaining battery life in minutes. Additional battery packs (PEGA-BP500) are sold separately.





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Sony Clie NZ90 with Palm OS
A review by rgn007 on Sony CLIÉ PEG-NZ90
December 6th, 2003


Author's product rating:   Sony CLIÉ PEG-NZ90 - rated by rgn007

Look & Feel Good 
Memory / capacity Satisfactory 
Comfort & Portability Good 
Ease of use Easy 
Value For Money Satisfactory 

Advantages: Brilliant PDA and camera
Disadvantages: camera often unusable due to poor battery life

Recommend to potential buyers: yes 

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I bought my NZ90 as a second user as this device is grossly expensive if you may not utilise it to the full. I really fancied a reasonably decent digital camera and PDA functionality. I would have preferred a handheld PC but they do not seem to be available with the camera.

I bought this unit knowing it was described as the most cumbersome in the Clie range. You cannot have everything, and its size is a compromise. I also wanted the intergrated keypad.

The camera has no viewfinder, but I can promise you, it has produced a brilliant 10x8 ins indoor picture and I am more than happy with the resolution, no graininess whatsoever. The downside is you really need an extra battery pack or two. An original slot in one would set you back around £60 but there are expansion packs available.

I paid extra for Documents to Go. This software allows you to create and edit Word documents and not just update one. It is useful for assignment work and 'brainstorming', but a little tedious for doing more than a few hundred words.

The memory on the Palm OS units tend to be quite small at 16Mb and I have soon run out of space on my first 128Mb memory stick.

There is a socket for a wireless LAN card for those who need one. I was disappointed the slot is not usable for other media devices. I think this is the only Clie model that has this slot dedicated to one function.

Overall I am glad I bought it. At £300 secondhand I would still question value for money. At £500-£600 I would do without! 
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Speed Average 
Robustness & Durability Good 
Range of Extra Features Excellent 
Instruction manual Needs improvement 
Manufacturer Support Satisfactory 

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