PALM IIIc Personal Digital Assistant

Circa 1998

Use Case:

A pocket-sized personal organizer and connected device. Users could store and instantly access contacts, calendars, to-do lists, and memos. The color display enhanced several functions:

• Media Viewing: The device included software to view color pictures and browse web channels offline in color using AvantGo.

• Gaming & Applications: Thousands of third-party applications and games were available for the Palm OS platform, many of which benefited from the new color display.

• Data Synchronization: Users synchronized their data with a PC or Macintosh using the included HotSync cradle to keep information safe and up-to-date.

Historical Significance:

Tis device holds a significant place in computing history for a few key reasons:

• First Color PALM: It was the first handheld device produced by PALM, Inc. that featured a color display (a vivid active matrix TFT screen).

• Pioneering Color PDAs: It ran PALM OS 3.5, the first version of the operating system with native color support. This move helped popularize color screens in handheld computers.

• Iconic Series: It was part of the highly successful PALM III series, which, along with earlier models, led a growing market for portable computing devices and ushered in the era of smartphones.

Included Accessories:

• Stylus
• Removable Flip Cover.
• Wallet Style Case.
• PALM HotSync Cradle.
• AC Power Adaptor/Charger.
• Original Documentation Available Upon Request.

Accessories Available Separately:

• PALM Portable (folding) Keyboard

(H-12cm x W-8cm x D-2cm)