3Com PalmPilot Platform Emerges as Developers' Choice in Handheld Computing Industry; PalmPilot Platform Enables Enterprise-wide Handheld Solutions with Applications Such as Lotus Organizer, Symantec's ACT! and Qualcomm's Eudora E-Mail.SANTA CLARA Santa Clara, city, Cuba Santa Clara (sän`tä klä`rä), city (1994 est. pop. 217,000), capital of Villa Clara prov., central Cuba. , Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 4, 1997--3Com Corporation (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :COMS COMS 3Com Corporation (stock symbol) COMS Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist COMS Continuous Opacity Monitoring Systems COMS City of Manchester Stadium (UK) ) today announced that over 3,000 developers are currently creating software applications to run on its PalmPilot(TM) connected organizer, with hundreds of software applications, developer tools and services already available. This broad developer support of the PalmPilot platform further fuels its emergence as the leading platform in the handheld computing industry. Developers are writing PalmPilot applications in a broad range of categories, including contact and schedule management, e-mail and Internet communications, field automation, personal productivity groupware, financial management and games. In addition, several major software developers have incorporated conduits for the PalmPilot platform within leading enterprise-wide applications, including IBM's Lotus Organizer, Symantec's ACT! and Qualcomm's Eudora Internet E-mail software. Much of this software is available for purchase or download on the Web, where more than 25 independent Internet sites offer PalmPilot software and accessories. "The developer community has wholeheartedly whole·heart·ed adj. Marked by unconditional commitment, unstinting devotion, or unreserved enthusiasm: wholehearted approval. whole embraced the PalmPilot platform for delivering handheld computing solutions," said Ed Colligan Ed Colligan (born March 4, 1961) is president and CEO of Palm, Inc. Colligan was president and CEO of Handspring prior to the Palm/Handspring merger in 2003. Before Handspring, he led the marketing campaign at Palm, Inc. that launched the Palm family of PDAs and smartphones. , vice president of marketing for Palm Computing Inc., the subsidiary of 3Com that designs and markets the PalmPilot product. "The remarkable success of the PalmPilot handheld is a powerful draw for developers who create these software solutions, bringing even greater functionality and value to every PalmPilot handheld user." According to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. leading computer research firms Dataquest and PC Data, the PalmPilot organizer (formerly sold by U.S. Robotics (U.S. Robotics, Inc., Schaumburg, IL, www.usr.com) A modem manufacturer highly regarded for its quality products. The company manufactures its own chipsets (data pumps) and often leads with innovations. Its HST protocol was a high-speed, reliable protocol before V. ) currently holds a 51% share of the standard handheld computer A computing device that can be easily held in one hand while the other hand is used to operate it. The Palm devices are a popular example. See Palm, smartphone and palmtop. market and a 70% share of U.S. retail sell through of PDAs and HPCs. These firms estimate that the market will grow to 2 million units this year and to 5 million units by 2000, providing a significant market opportunity for software developers. "The PalmPilot platform is ideal for developers looking to extend the portability of their applications, and 3Com has proven to be a great partner," said Arvind Goyal, director of Organizer Development for Lotus Development Corp. "They've been very open with our developer teams, giving us high-level access to technical information, training and support services support services Psychology Non-health care-related ancillary services–eg, transportation, financial aid, support groups, homemaker services, respite services, and other services , and an enthusiastic approach to problem solving problem solving Process involved in finding a solution to a problem. Many animals routinely solve problems of locomotion, food finding, and shelter through trial and error. . Organizer customers are very excited about the PalmPilot conduit in our new release, Organizer 97GS. Now they can carry all their vital Organizer information in their pockets." 3Com continues to foster the development of enterprise solutions for the PalmPilot platform by providing a complete range of technical and testing services, educational seminars, and expanded development tools. In a separate press release today, 3Com announced the availability of new Windows-based development tools, extending the choice of development environments to include the Windows and Macintosh operating systems and C, C++, Java and BASIC programming languages. Due to the interest in the PalmPilot platform, 3Com will host the first PalmPilot developers conference this October in San Francisco San Francisco (săn frănsĭs`kō), city (1990 pop. 723,959), coextensive with San Francisco co., W Calif., on the tip of a peninsula between the Pacific Ocean and San Francisco Bay, which are connected by the strait known as the Golden . The PalmPilot platform consists of four open components for which developers can write applications: the Palm OS operating system operating system (OS) Software that controls the operation of a computer, directs the input and output of data, keeps track of files, and controls the processing of computer programs. ; the HotSync conduit data synchronization Keeping data in two or more computers up-to-date so that each repository contains the identical information. Data in handheld devices and laptops often require synchronization with the data in a desktop machine or server. technology; the PalmPilot communications layer; and software interface capabilities to enable other hardware devices add-ons. 3Com will immediately publish APIs and header files for the PalmPilot platform, enabling tools makers to create software development solutions for each of these components. Handheld device applications reside on the PalmPilot unit and include corporate data collection and enterprise time tracking software, productivity software such as financial calculators and international dictionaries, arcade and puzzle games, and system utilities such as alarm enhancers and event reminders. HotSync conduit applications reside on the desktop PC, and synchronize desktop data from PIMs and other applications to data on the PalmPilot device with the touch of a single button. Lotus Organizer, ACT!, and Eudora E-mail are examples of applications that work with PalmPilot conduits. Other examples include Microsoft Outlook For the e-mail and news client bundled with certain versions of Microsoft Windows, see . Microsoft Outlook or Outlook (full name Microsoft Office Outlook 97, NetManage's ECCO An earlier Windows PIM from NetManage, Inc., Cupertino, CA (www.netmanage.com). ECCO provided a phone book, calendar, to-do list, outlining and notetaking. It was noted for its tightly integrated and sophisticated functions. 3.03 and 4.0, Maximizer Technologies' Maximizer, Starfish Software's Sidekick 97 and Internet Sidekick and Goldmine Software's Goldmine 3.0 and 3.02. PalmPilot communications applications use the TCP/IP stack An implementation of the TCP/IP communications protocol. Network architectures designed in layers, such as TCP/IP, OSI and SNA, are called "stacks." See TCP/IP, OSI model and protocol stack. in the PalmPilot Professional Overview The PalmPilot Professional(Pilot Pro) was released March 1, 1997. It was a more up to date version of the original, a compact design, a back-lit display and the ability to quickly connect to a PC or Mac. Edition to offer users Internet connectivity and fax capabilities. Hardware developers can use the platform's interface capabilities to create devices such as wireless modems, external keyboards, and other external communications and data input devices that interface with the PalmPilot product's serial interface. One recent example of a hardware interface development project is a wireless modem from San Diego-based Novatel Wireless Novatel Wireless, Inc. (NASDAQ: NVTL) is a San Diego, California-based designer and manufacturer of wireless broadband access solutions. With European offices in United Kingdom, Germany, and France, Novatel Wireless owns 30 technology patents relating to wireless voice and Inc. The award-winning PalmPilot connected organizers, designed as companion products to personal computers, enable mobile users to manage their schedules and personal information both remotely and on their desktops. The PalmPilot HotSync technology enables users to synchronize all of their contact, scheduling, and personal information with a personal computer at the touch of a button. PalmPilot products are distributed through leading consumer electronics and computer stores nationwide, including Circuit City, CompUSA, Computer City, Egghead, Office Depot, OfficeMax, Staples, and other retailers. The product is also available through national corporate resellers, including Vanstar and Entex. In addition, Franklin Quest offers the Franklin Electronic DayPlanner, which incorporates the PalmPilot platform with Ascend '97 software, and is available at Franklin Quest retail outlets and directly from Franklin Quest. For further information, visit the PalmPilot Web site at http://www.palmpilot.com . 3Com Corporation enables individuals and organizations worldwide to communicate and share information and resources at anytime from anywhere. As the world's preeminent supplier of data, voice and video communications technology, 3Com has delivered networking solutions to more than 100 million customers worldwide. With global reach and local touch, the company gives enterprises, network service providers and carriers, small businesses and consumers the most comprehensive, innovative information access products and system solutions for building intelligent, reliable and high performance local and wide area networks. 3Com has worldwide revenues of more than $5.5 billion and employs approximately 13,500 people in 45 countries. For further information, visit 3Com's new World Wide Web site at http://www.3Com.com or call 1-800-NET-3COM. -0- Note to Editors: 3Com and the 3Com logo are registered trademarks, and HotSync, PalmPilot, Palm OS and the PalmPilot logo are trademarks of 3Com Corporation or its subsidiaries. All other brands and product names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. CONTACT: A&R Partners Allen Bush, 415/363-0982 ext. 228 allen_bush@arpartners.com or 3Com Corp., Palm Computing Subsidiary Kate Purnal, 415/237-6000 kate@palm.com |
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