Sony entered the PDA market in mid-2000 with the introduction of the CLIE.
All models are based on the Palm OS,
have Memory Stick slot, and reflect stylish Sony design elements.
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Sony CLIE NX- Series PDAs
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Sony CLIE PEG-NX60
Sony CLIE PEG-NX70V
Sony CLIE PEG-NX70V
Sony CLIE PEG-NZ90V
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The CLIE NR-, NX-, and NZ- series handhelds are Sony's
high-end feature-packed line of PDAs.
When they were introduced, the NR- series of CLIEs represented 'radical departures' from traditional PDA design (lcd flanked by
menu buttons). The new devices can be opened up to a v-shape configuration
with optimal viewing of a rotating screen and access to an intergrated keyboard.
Aside from the futuristic design, the new CLIEs are feature-packed for productivity,
multimedia, and gamimg including high-resolution color screen, integrated
digital audio player, included headphones,
and an extensive application suite.
The CLIE PEG-NX60 and CLIE PEG-NX70V, introduced in October 2000, replaced models from the
NR- series (PEG-NR70 and PEG-NR70V, which had debuted earlier in 2002) and added some additional
features including a more powerful processor (200MHz as opposed to
66 MHz in the NR- series) and voice recorder.
The PEG-NX70V also features a built-in digital camera capable of capturing both still images
and video clips.
The CLIE PEG-NZ90 was then introduced at the Consumers Electronics Show (CES) on January 8, 2003.
This model build on the strengths and successes of the NX- series models by adding integrated BlueTooth wireless,
a slim folding cradle (great for travel), and an improved digital camera (2 Megapixels and 2X digital zoom with built-in flash and autofocus).
July 2003 saw the introduction of the Clie NX73V and NX83V by Sony. Both models
feature built-in digital video cameras and Compact Flash expansion slots.
Sony CLIE PEG-NX60 Features:
- Elegant magnesium body
- 200MHz processor
- Palm Operating System 5.0
- Built-in QWERTY keyboard
- Wireless LAN slot (802.11b)
- Voice recorder
- MP3 player (headphones and remote included)
- Memory: 16 MB RAM, 16 MB ROM, expandable w/ Sony Memory Sticks
- 320 X 480 color LCD swivel screen
- 16 MB RAM
- AV remote control function
- USB cradle, Windows compatible
- 5 1/2" x 2 7/8" x 15/16"; 8 oz.
Sony CLIE PEG-NX70V Features:
- Similar to NX60, but adds a built-in digital camera (still images and video clips,
640 X 480 310,000 pixels resolution). 5 1/2" x 2 7/8" x 11/16"; 8 oz.
Sony CLIE PEG-NX73V Features:
- July 2003 release, with 310 k pixel digital video camera and Compact Flash slot.
Sony CLIE PEG-NX80V Features:
- July 2003 release, with 1.3 MegaPixel digital video camera, 32MB RAM, and Compact Flash slot.
Sony CLIE PEG-NZ90 Features:
- Adds built-in BlueTooth Wireless, slim folding cradle
design, and an improved digital camera (2 Megapixels with 2X digital zoom, video,
autofocus, and flash)
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Notice: Sony discontinued US sales of CLIE Handhelds in Summer 2004.
Sony CLIE PEG-NX60 Prices
Discontinued - see NX73V or NX83V
Sony CLIE PEG-NX70V Prices
Discontinued - see NX73V or NX83V
Sony CLIE PEG-NX73V Prices
Online Price - $449.99
Sony CLIE PEG-NX83V Prices
Online Price - $499.99
Sony CLIE PEG PEG-NR70V Prices
Discontinued - see NX73V or NX83V
Sony CLIE PEG PEG-NZ90 Prices
Online Price - $799.99
Prices do change. Please visit retailer
websites to obtain the current price.
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Sony CLIE SL- and SJ- Series Handhelds
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Sony CLIE PEG-SL10
Sony CLIE PEG-SJ20
Sony CLIE PEG-SJ30
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The SL- and SJ- series of CLIE handhelds replaced the S- series (including PEG-S360) in mid-2002.
The series are aimed at the entry level and budget-concious market. One of the key improvements
over the S- series is a the
higher resolution screen (320X320 as opposed to 160X160).
The Sony CLIE PEG-SL10, which was introduced in July 2002, is aimed at the entry level
market such as students. The affordable unit features a high-res monochrome screen, Jog Dial navigator
for one-handed operation, 8 MB internal memory, and a Memory Stick slot.
Rounding out the entry-level models, the CLIE PEG-SJ20 comes with larger internal memory (16 MB) and is rechargeable, wheras
the CLIE PEG-SJ30 has a color screen.
Sony CLIE PEG-SL10 Features:
- 2.8 inch enhanced backlit 320 X 320 monochrome screen
- Palm Operating System 4.1
- Jog Dial Navigator
- 8MB internal RAM
- Sony Memory Stick Slot
- USB synch cable, protective cover, and stylus included
- 4 1/8" x 2 7/8" x 21/32"; 3.6 oz (w/out batteries).
Sony CLIE PEG-SJ20 & SJ22 Features:
- Similar to SL10, but with 16 MB RAM and rechargeable.
Sony CLIE PEG-SJ30 & SJ33 Features:
- Similar to SJ20, but with color screen and 66MHz Processor (SJ33).
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Notice: Sony discontinued US sales of CLIE Handhelds in Summer 2004.
Sony CLIE PEG-SL10 Prices
Discontinued - see other models below
Sony CLIE PEG-SJ20 Prices
Discontinued - see other models below
Sony CLIE PEG-SJ22 Prices
Retail Price - $149.99
Sony CLIE PEG-SJ30 Prices
Discontinued - see other models below
Sony CLIE PEG-SJ33 Prices
Retail Price - $199.99
Prices do change. Please visit retailer
websites to obtain the current price.
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Sony CLIE TJ Series PDAs
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Sony CLIE PEG-TJ35
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The Sony Clie TJ25 and TJ35 were introduced during Fall of 2003. They are entry-level models with
some nice features including
color screens and 200 MHz processors. The main differences between the two are that the TJ
includes more memory built-in and an MP3 audio player with stereo headphone jack.
Sony CLIE PEG-TJ35 & TJ25 Features:
- Fall 2003 release date
- Palm version 5.2.1 Operating System
- 200 MHz Processor
- 32 MB RAM (Clie TJ25 has 16MB)
- Backlit color screen with 320 X 320 resolution.
- MP3 player (Clie TJ35).
- Memory Stick expansion slot
- Stereo headphone jack (Clie TJ35)
- USB, Windows compatible
- Rechargeable internal battery
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Notice: Sony discontinued US sales of CLIE Handhelds in Summer 2004.
Sony CLIE PEG-TJ25 Prices
Online price - $199
Sony CLIE PEG-TJ35 Prices
Online price - $249
Prices do change. Please visit retailer websites to obtain the current price.
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Sony CLIE TG50 PDAs
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Sony CLIE PEG-TG50
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Sony CLIE PEG-TG50 Features:
- Palm version 5.0 Operating System
- 200 MHz Processor, 16 MB RAM
- Backlit color screen with 320 X 320 resolution.
- Built-in BlueTooth wireless networking
- Built-in Qwerty keyboard
- Voice recorder and MP3 player. Picture and video viewer.
- Memory Stick expansion slot
- AV remote control functions
- Sony Clie TG50 dimensions 2.875" X 0.5" X 5"; 6.2 oz
- USB, Windows compatible
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Notice: Sony discontinued US sales of CLIE Handhelds in Summer 2004.
Sony CLIE PEG-TG50 Prices
Online price - $279
Prices do change. Please visit retailer websites to obtain the current price.
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Sony CLIE UX PDAs
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Sony CLIE PEG-UX50
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Sony CLIE PEG-UX50 Features:
- Palm Operating System 5.2
- Built-in Wireless (802.11b), built in BlueTooth
- Wireless LAN card slot (802.11b)
- Built-in digital camera (310 kpixel)
- Video recording and playback
- Built-in QWERTY keyboard
- MP3 player and voice recorder
- High-res 320 X 480 LCD color screen
- Windows compatible
Sony CLIE PEG-UX40 Features:
- Similar to UX50, but lacks Wireless LAN
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Notice: Sony discontinued US sales of CLIE Handhelds in Summer 2004.
Sony CLIE PEG-UX40 Prices
Online price - $549
Sony CLIE PEG-UX50 Prices
Online price - $649
Prices do change. Please visit retailer websites to obtain the current price.
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See retailers' sites for up-to-date pricing and product specs.
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