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[[IBM WorkPad Z50|'''WorkPad Z50''']] - 1999, [[subnotebook]]/[[thin client]], powered by Windows CE, equipped with an NEC MIPS processor and with an 8.2" screen.<ref>{{Cite web|last=UK|first=ZDNet|title=IBM announces Win CE-based WorkPad|url=https://www.zdnet.com/article/ibm-announces-win-ce-based-workpad/|access-date=2021-06-29|website=ZDNet|language=en}}</ref>
[[IBM WorkPad Z50|'''WorkPad Z50''']] - 1999, [[subnotebook]]/[[thin client]], powered by Windows CE, equipped with an NEC MIPS processor and with an 8.2" screen.<ref>{{Cite web|last=UK|first=ZDNet|title=IBM announces Win CE-based WorkPad|url=https://www.zdnet.com/article/ibm-announces-win-ce-based-workpad/|access-date=2021-06-29|website=ZDNet|language=en}}</ref>


===PDA's===
===PDAs===
All WorkPad PDAs have a similar gray-scale screen (with better resolution and contrast for C series, but with same physical size and similar layout); the only c505 model has a color screen. The WorkPad 30X can be upgraded to a Japanese version, using the Open Extension slot.<ref>{{Cite web|title=日本IBM、Palm IIIx日本語版「WorkPad」|url=https://pc.watch.impress.co.jp/docs/article/990223/workpad.htm|url-status=live|access-date=2021-06-29|website=pc.watch.impress.co.jp|language=ja}}</ref><ref name=":1">{{Cite web|title=ThinkPad 10th Anniversary Special 12|url=https://pc.watch.impress.co.jp/docs/2002/1101/tp12.htm|url-status=live|access-date=2021-06-29|website=pc.watch.impress.co.jp|language=ja}}</ref>
All WorkPad PDAs have a similar gray-scale screen (with better resolution and contrast for C series, but with same physical size and similar layout); the only c505 model has a color screen. The WorkPad 30X can be upgraded to a Japanese version, using the Open Extension slot.<ref>{{Cite web|title=日本IBM、Palm IIIx日本語版「WorkPad」|url=https://pc.watch.impress.co.jp/docs/article/990223/workpad.htm|url-status=live|access-date=2021-06-29|website=pc.watch.impress.co.jp|language=ja}}</ref><ref name=":1">{{Cite web|title=ThinkPad 10th Anniversary Special 12|url=https://pc.watch.impress.co.jp/docs/2002/1101/tp12.htm|url-status=live|access-date=2021-06-29|website=pc.watch.impress.co.jp|language=ja}}</ref>


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IBM WorkPad
WorkPad c3
TypePDA
Release dateJune 1997; 27 years ago (1997-06)
Discontinued2002; 22 years ago (2002)
Operating systemPalm OS 2.0 - 4.1 (PDA) Windows CE (WorkPad Z50)
CPUMotorola 68328 (16-33 MHz)
Memory2-8 MB

IBM WorkPad was a line of portable devices, produced by Palm Inc. and branded by IBM.[1] This line contained personal digital assistants (PDAs) and one subnotebook model (WorkPad Z50).

Overview

This line was released in 1997[2] and discontinued in 2002.[3][1] After discontinuation of its self-branded line, IBM still offers the main Palm line on its site.[4]

This IBM-branded line of PDAs were PalmPilot clones, with only a few software improvements (easy sync for Lotus Notes, DB2 EveryPlace, and IBM Mobile Connect).[5]

Reception

Early WorkPad PDAs were received positively, similar to parallel Palm models;[6][7] but later this conservative business-oriented line lacked notability,[8] and multimedia options of latest models were described as relatively poor.[9]

Models

WorkPad Z50 - 1999, subnotebook/thin client, powered by Windows CE, equipped with an NEC MIPS processor and with an 8.2" screen.[10]

PDAs

All WorkPad PDAs have a similar gray-scale screen (with better resolution and contrast for C series, but with same physical size and similar layout); the only c505 model has a color screen. The WorkPad 30X can be upgraded to a Japanese version, using the Open Extension slot.[11][12]

WorkPad - 1997, rebadged PalmPilot

WorkPad 20X - 1998, rebadged Palm III

WorkPad 30X - 1999, rebadged Palm IIIx

WorkPad 30J - 1999,[13] Japanese version of 30X[14]

WorkPad 31J - 2000, same as 30J, but with PHS broadband module.[12]

WorkPad 31A - 2000, version of 31J with locked phone operator.[12]

C series with new thin, sleek metal case:

WorkPad c3 -1999/2000, rebadged Palm V/Vx; also known as WorkPad 40J and WorkPad 50J.

WorkPad c500 -2001, rebadged Palm m500; also known as WorkPad 60U.

WorkPad c505 -2001, rebadged Palm m505; also known as WorkPad 70J.

Accessories

Most WorkPad PDAs can use the same peripherals as the PalmPilot; for example, the external keyboard available for some models, and most WorkPads can be attached to a cradle for charging or connection to a PC; the WorkPad can be attached to a Palm cradle, and vice-versa.

Some WorkPads (and sibling Palm models) can be attached to some ThinkPad laptops, using an Ultrabay cradle;[15] This would be the Palm V, m500, m505, and the WorkPad c500 and c505 models.

See also

Wikimedia Commons has media related to IBM WorkPad.

References

  1. ^ a b "IBM puts WorkPad out of work". CNET. Retrieved 2021-06-29.
  2. ^ "IBM launches new handheld PC". CNET. Retrieved 2021-06-27.
  3. ^ "Personal Systems Reference IBM WorkPad 1997 to 2002 - withdrawn" (PDF). psref.lenovo.com.
  4. ^ "IBM Begins Offering c500 and c505". www.palminfocenter.com. Retrieved 2021-06-29.
  5. ^ "The Business Utility of Handheld Devices". Enterprise Networking Planet. 2001-01-10. Retrieved 2021-06-29.
  6. ^ "NEW IBM WORKPAD PC COMPANIONS EMPOWER ENTERPRISES WITH MOBILE E-BUSINESS SOLUTIONS". ResponseSource Press Release Wire. Retrieved 2021-06-29.
  7. ^ "IBM Workpad Personal Organizer : chromewalker". chromewalker.com. Retrieved 2021-06-29.
  8. ^ "IBM to Discontinue Palm Clones". www.palminfocenter.com. Retrieved 2021-06-29.
  9. ^ "Palm Handhelds, Eigenschaften und Alternativen · Palms, PDAs und Organizer · a waste of words". awasteofwords.com (in German). Retrieved 2021-06-29.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  10. ^ UK, ZDNet. "IBM announces Win CE-based WorkPad". ZDNet. Retrieved 2021-06-29.
  11. ^ "日本IBM、Palm IIIx日本語版「WorkPad」". pc.watch.impress.co.jp (in Japanese). Retrieved 2021-06-29.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  12. ^ a b c "ThinkPad 10th Anniversary Special 12". pc.watch.impress.co.jp (in Japanese). Retrieved 2021-06-29.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  13. ^ "仙石浩明の日記: Google カレンダーの過去の予定を自動的に削除する方法". www.gcd.org (in Japanese). Retrieved 2021-06-29.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  14. ^ "PDA Nr. 188 (Palm Nr. 103): IBM Workpad 2 Japan (30J) | Olivers virtuelles PDA-Museum". Retrieved 2021-06-29.
  15. ^ "Ultrabay Plus WorkPad c500 Cradle - ThinkWiki". www.thinkwiki.org. Retrieved 2021-06-29.
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