Get organized with a handheld computer

The color screens are far superior to the Palm IIIc but they also tend to be battery munchers.

The ActiveSync software that comes with the Pocket PCs is clever technology that offers pain-free data synchronization with Windows computers.

The HP and Casio both have a Compact Flash expansion port, so you can expand a Pocket PC's memory beyond the 16 or 32 MB standard with a card the size of two domestic stamps.

This slot also can take add-on CF (Compact Flash) devices.

Casio, for example, makes a CF digital camera that turns a Pocket PC device into a still or mini-movie camera.

In the fall of this year, Palm will add an expansion port called Secure Digital to its line of devices. Palm executives have also said more products with color screens will be announced. Expect those in March.

If you're looking to test out whether you'll like hand-held computers without a major investment, consider the Palm m100 or Handspring Visor. Both can be had for under $300.

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