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The PalmOne Zire 72 Special Edition Handheld Organizer works as hard as it plays. The built-in 1.2 megapixel camera and MP3 allows you to take pictures, capture photos and video clips (expansion card required), and listen to your favorite tunes—all while you're on the go. Or, create and edit Word- and Excel-compatible files, synchronize with Outlook and get organized (compatible with Windows only). You can also get wireless e-mail and Internet access with built-in Bluetooth (Requires a compatible Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone and an ISP, both sold separately). Features a high-resolution 320x320 color screen, expansion slot and voice memo recording. Imported.
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Building on the success of PalmOne's Zire 71, the Zire 72 is the first Palm-based handheld that can capture digital video with sound and shoot digital still photos. This special silver version of the Zire 72 also features bright 320 x 320-pixel color screen for optimal playback of video and photos as well as voice recording capability and an MP3 player for listening to your own soundtrack. Other features include Bluetooth wireless connectivity, a 32 MB memory, Secure Digital card expansion, and a fast 312 Mhz Intel PXA270 processor. And, of course, the Zire 72 features Palm's suite of information management applications and the ability to edit Word- and Excel-compatible files and synchronize with Microsoft Outlook (Windows only). It's also available in the original .
Upgrade Features
The Zire 72 offers the following improvements to the Zire 71:
- 1-megapixel image resolution (1280 x 960 pixels); the Zire 71 had a maximum 640 x 480 resolution.
- 32 MB of memory (24.7 MB user available); the Zire 71 had only a 16 MB memory
- Video capture with sound; the Zire 71 only shot still images.
- Digital zoom for closer image capture and in-handheld editing.
- Voice recording capability.
- Wireless Bluetooth connectivity (the Zire 71 connected to your PC only via the HotSync cable)
- At 4.8 ounces, it's 10-percent less weighty than the 5.3-ounce Zire 71.
- Palm OS 5.2.8 (versus 5.2.1 for the Zire 71). Built-in Camera
The back of the Zire 72 holds the built-in still and video camera, which does not require you to slide the back of the PDA to activate it (like the Zire 71 did). You can shoot video with sound turned on or off at 320 x 240 pixel resolution and 15 frames per second. Just use the handheld screen to frame the video, tap the "record" button on the display, then save your video to an optional expansion card after tapping the "stop" button.For still photography, it features a 1.2-megapixel CMOS sensor with a fixed focus range of about five feet and a 2x digital zoom. It captures up to 1280 x 960 pixel images, as well as 640 x 480, 320 x 240, and 160 x 120 resolution modes. The camera also offers such customized image setting controls as white balance, brightness, saturation, contrast, and sharpness. You can also add date stamp or effects like sepia, black and white, and blue.
Audio
The included RealPlayer for Palm OS enables you to listen to MP3 music files stored on optional expansion cards via the built-in speaker on the Zire 72 or, for stereo sound, using optional stereo headphones or ear buds.With the built-in digital voice recorder, you can create voice memos, then synchronize them to your desktop PC and email them to friends and colleagues.
Display
The Palm Zire 72 features a 16-bit, 320 x 320 bright transflective TFT color display, which supports more than 65,000 colors.Connectivity and Expansion
With the built-in wireless Bluetooth connectivity, you can synchronize the Zire 72 with Bluetooth-enabled computer from across the room (within a range of 10 meters, or approximately 30 feet). But that's just the start. Using a compatible Bluetooth-enabled phone, you can send and receive email and connect to the web, send multimedia (MMS) or text (SMS) messages, and even automatically dial any number in your handheld's Contact's application. You can also synchronize data the "old-fashioned" way via the mini-USB connection at the base of the handheld.The Zire 72 uses Multimedia Card and Secure Digital expansion cards, which instantly add software applications, additional memory, large databases, and more without taking up built-in memory space.
Operating System and Software
The Zire 72 is powered by Palm OS 5.2.8, which provides higher performance, enhanced multimedia features, support for Bluetooth connectivity and networking, and enterprise-class security. It useses the intuitive and easy-to-learn Graffiti 2 writing software to input data into the handheld (as well as an on-screen keyboard). Windows users can synchronize calendar, contacts, tasks and notes with Microsoft Outlook. The Palm OS features the following organizer applications:- Contacts: Lets you store several addresses for each contact, and it adds new contact fields for more phone numbers, multiple email addresses, instant messenger IDs, and a website for your contacts.
- Calendar: Use the new Agenda view to see upcoming calendar events, tasks due and important email, and color-code your events to provide an easy way to reference your Calendar in the Agenda, Day, Week, and Month views. Take more notes, or synchronize more details from your desktop, into the larger Memos and Notes fields on the handheld.
- Tasks: Use tasks with alarms and repeating tasks to set reminders for important commitments. You'll use Graffiti 2 allows you to enter data quickly into your Palmª handheldÑbut it's even more intuitive and easier to learn
Along with the standard Palm software, you'll receive a Software Essentials CD-ROM containing PalmOne's VersaMail, Web Pro, Messages (SMS/MMS), Palm Reader, Documents To Go Standard Edition, Acrobat Reader, Solitaire, powerOne Personal Calculator, and Audible Player for palmOne handhelds (Windows only).
Compatibility
The Palm Zire 72 is compatible with PCs running Windows 98, NT 4.0, 2000, Me, and XP, and with Macs running Mac OS 9, version 9.1 or higher, or Mac OS X, version 10.2 or 10.3.What's in the Box
This package contains the Zire 72 Silver Edition handheld, built-in rechargeable battery, carrying case, mini-USB HotSync cable, power cable, stylus, CD-ROM with Palm Desktop 4.1 software for Windows and Macs (as well as bonus software), and printed Getting Started guide. The rechargeable lithium-ion battery that has a battery life of between 3 and 4.5 hours depending on screen brightness settings and usage.
Flo
Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2013
I think I must have sent this back. I dimly remember doing this. I am so sorry that I can't remember it.
Michael Fisher
Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2009
The problem was with the seller. The listing said it was a silver edition of the Zire, but it actually was the blue one. The problem is that I keep my Zire in my pants pocket at work and the blue version is a non-slick finish applied to the body of the Zire. It sticks to the pocket lining and I was specifically avoiding the listings for the blue version. Also, the seller included the wrong stylus and it's difficult to put in and take out of the groove. However, the Zire does work fine. When I contacted the seller, I received no reply about my complaint.
M. Ferrini
Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2005
This is my first handheld and so far I am really enjoying it. I don't use it for hours on end, so I like the battery life. My father has the Zire 31 and I knew that I would like a souped up version of his for a little bit more of the price. I still have to purchase an expansion card and so far the prices seem reasonable on those. I have not yet utilized all the capacities for this device, but if I had, I'm sure it would receive 5/5. The warranty through Amazon was better than most I've seen, I like the color, screen-size, and the programs it comes with. Now all I need are some games.
Cheated Me
Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2005
I bought this neat looking PDA the day before the 4th of July. After about 27 days, it died.The battery life really sucked. It requires charging continuously, because you lose all of your data if it goes to zero charge.The battery indicator will lie to you. I downloaded a battery info program to backup the on-board battery indicator and that lied to me as well.There is no way to shut off the backlight, so that is a constant drain on the battery.I bought a WI-FI card, and saw the battery drain to less than 50% in about 15 minutes, so unlimited web surfing is out of the question.Other little things add up to a big pain in my A--!No cradle. The camera shots are really out of focus in low to mid-level lighting (needs a flash, but that would kill the battery also). The case has no belt carrying capability.The slot for the expansion card (SD) is too deeply recessed, so you really have to push the card in deep for it to lock. If you have really big fingers, you might have to resort to using you fingernail to push it in.I probably wouldn't be so harsh with my review if it lasted a bit longer, so I could have gotten my money's worth. Well, maybe Palm will fix it quick. (Is that asking too much?)
Celine Chamberlin
Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2005
I've been using the Zire 72 for about a month, and have found it to be a solid performer for the price. I use it to keep track of everything from grocery lists to business information, and play MP3s and hi-res games frequently. The unit does all of those things well. It also works well as an alarm clock (it can wake me up from a dead sleep), event reminder, and any number of other things.Overall, it has exceeded my expectations (which were pretty high), and I would recommend it to others. Here are some things you might want to consider when purchasing the Zire 72:* The 320x320 screen is beautiful and bright, and displays photos, games, and e-books quite well.* Nice sound quality on MP3s when using headphones (requires memory card for MP3 storage), and transfers MP3s quickly from my computer using the included RealPlayer software.* The built-in digital camera is nice, but it doesn't function well in low light. Don't expect great photo quality in general, but it's good for on-the-go picture taking. The number of pictures you can store on the Palm is limited to the amount of free built-in memory you have available. You'll have to move them to a memory card or a computer periodically, should you use this feature.* The stylus is lightweight plastic, and it tends to fall out of my Palm frequently. It's good to have extras on hand.* The memory card slot is recessed and somewhat difficult to access, but it also means I'm not accidentally ejecting it on a regular basis like I did with my i705.* It has a non-replaceable battery (it's built-in, so when it eventually dies, so goes your Palm) which holds a decent charge, but drains somewhat quickly when listening to MP3s.* It comes packaged with a basic soft case that doesn't flip open with no memory card holder, and the Zire itself doesn't have any sort cover, so you'll likely want to buy a separate hard case.* It won't work with any cradle(s) you may have, since it doesn't use the universal connector. It comes with a USB cable and no cradle. That was a bit of a disappointment, since I already have two cradles sitting around the house I can no longer use. While the lack of a cradle (with separate cords for power and HotSyncing) can be annoying, it's also useful to me to use the Zire at my desk or on the couch with it plugged in to the power cord so I don't have to worry about draining the battery.I have a few things left to test (taking and playing video, using Bluetooth), but I didn't buy the unit for those features and haven't been in a rush to try them. I haven't had the unit long, I can't speak to performance over time. And, of course, since I haven't had any hardware issues, I can't speak to Palm's customer service and technical support. I've had positive experiences in the past, but that was a few years ago.If you're looking for a quality handheld which gets the job done and has some nice extras to boot, give this one a go.
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