Palm Pilot: The Tablet That Schooled Apple
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The Palm Pilot revolutionized PDAs in the 1990s, paving the way for modern smartphones. Launched in 1996 for $299, it featured a 160x160 display, Graffiti handwriting recognition, and long battery life. Its success was driven by PC synchronization, a thriving app ecosystem, and portability. Palm sold over 30 million PDAs, becoming a status symbol and influencing future mobile technologies. Though the company declined, its innovations in multitasking and gesture controls continue to impact smartphone design today.
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