Abstract: The long-awaited Pre has nice new touches, but Palm Inc has a lot of work to do if the device is to be a serious competitor to the iPhone. The device seemed to live up to some expectations but fall short on others for this reporter, who played around w...
Excellent design. Very cool interface. Synergy feature consolidates e-mail, contacts, and calendars. Syncs with iTunes just like an iPod.
Very few third-party apps at launch. So-so reception. Short standby battery life. Limited IM apps.
The Palm Pre is the sexiest handset since the iPhone—and it also marks the dawn of a major new smartphone platform. Although it lacks third-party apps and has some battery life issues, its much more fun than any other phone Sprint offers....
Hardware flaws aside, the Palm Pre made a solid impression. Its eye-catching design and smooth operation make this smartphone the most exciting device we've seen in a while....
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Published: 2009-06-04, Author: Paul , review by: engadget.com
Abstract: We wouldn't want you to feel left out of the biggest blockbuster phone launch of the year (or at least this week), so be sure to hit up our behemoth Palm Pre review before all your friends do and start spouting off the spoilers. We heard that Shia LaBeouf...
Abstract: The Palm Pre—you may have heard of it—comes out on Saturday, but all sorts of media “outlets” have already published their reviews; I don’t know when our review will go up. And since it’s my feeling that most of you already assume the phone is “good,”...
Abstract: In the new era of hand-held computers — super-smart touch-screen phones that run sleek, compelling software — Apple’s iPhone has been king. A new, improved iPhone is expected to be announced on June 8. But on June 6, Apple will get a powerful competito...
Published: 2009-06-03, Author: Vincent , review by: slashgear.com
Abstract: A lot can happen in five months. Announced to dropped jaws at CES back in January, the Palm Pre has captured attention in a way usually only Cupertino can. Tightly patrolled demos at intervening tradeshows have only added to the allure; now, on June 6t...
The Palm Pres multitasking capabilities and notifications system are unparalleled. The smartphone features a vibrant display with multitouch functionality as well as a solid Web browser and good multimedia integration. The Pre offered good call qualit...
The Pres keyboard is cramped. Battery life drains quickly and the smartphone can be sluggish at times. Lacks expansion slot, video-recording capabilities, onscreen keyboard, and Flash support. The Pre App Catalog is still in beta with a limited number...
Despite some missing features and performance issues that make it less than ideal for on-the-go professionals, the Palm Pre offers gadget lovers and consumers well-integrated features and unparalled multitasking capabilities. The hardware could be bett...
Abstract: It's here. One last effort. A slow, but firm, shove of the chips. All in. Palm's only hope to save a company once synonymous with smart handheld devices: the Pre. Their eyebrow raised, daring you to call. They flip. Full house. Respectable. Decent...
