BargainSpots.com, Inc. Launches PDAReviewSpot.com; New Web Site Gives Consumers One-Stop Research Center to Learn About Latest PDA Models.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers CINCINNATI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 16, 2003 BargainSpots.com, Inc., a company devoted to helping consumers make informed decisions before buying handheld/wireless computing computing - computer devices, has launched its newest Web site: PDAReviewSpot.com. The new Web site is an information portal with links to written reviews and price comparisons of the latest models of mobile computing Using a computing device while in transit. Mobile computing implies wireless transmission, but wireless transmission does not necessarily imply mobile computing. Fixed wireless applications use satellites, radio systems and lasers to transmit between permanent objects such as buildings devices by such manufacturers as Palm, Hewlett-Packard, Handspring hand·spring n. A gymnastic feat in which the body is flipped completely forward or backward from an upright position, landing first on the hands and then on the feet. , Sony, and Toshiba, among others. Visitors to the site have the capability of quickly accessing information on particular models of PDAs by using drop-down menus See pull-down menu. drop-down menu - pull-down menu . The first step to researching a particular model is to select from a list of device manufacturers. Next, guests are presented with a drop down list of the selected company's PDA (Personal Digital Assistant) A handheld computer for managing contacts, appointments and tasks. It typically includes a name and address database, calendar, to-do list and note taker, which are the functions in a personal information manager (see PIM). models. Upon choosing the desired model, an informational page on the device appears with links to reviews and access to a price comparison engine featuring reputable rep·u·ta·ble adj. Having a good reputation; honorable. rep  u·ta·bil online
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"We decided to create PDAReviewSpot.com because we felt people were spending too much time searching for information on new PDAs before being able to make an informed decision," said Brian Beeler, BargainSpots.com's president. "While there are dozens of sites that offer novice reviews of handheld computing devices, we felt consumers would best be served by an easy-to-navigate library with links to reviews written by experienced professionals." Consumers can access information at PDAReviewSpot.com without paying any fees or subscriptions. About BargainSpots.com BargainSpots.com administrates a number of Web sites and newsletters devoted to helping consumers make educated decisions when purchasing and using handheld computing devices: BargainPDA.com, a leading PDA community providing a unique blend of daily news and analysis, product reviews, comparison shopping, PDA buying advice, and technical support; PDAReviewSpot.com, a central repository for PDA reviews from enthusiast A person who enjoys using computers and electronic equipment. Enthusiasts like technology and are willing to learn more of the ins and outs of a product than the average consumer, who just wants to use it. An enthusiast is more like a "prosumer." See consumer and prosumer. sites and news organizations around the world; The Palm Tipsheet, a free monthly newsletter providing relevant news and practical tips for Palm OS handheld users. |
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