physical object
Identifier
2018.1.16
Description
This device is a COMPAQ IPAQ Pocket Pc model H3800. The device is a 'Pocket Pc' or 'PDA' (Personal digital Assistant) and has a pen-touch screen. The device ran on the Microsoft Pocket PC 2002 operating system and was capable of internet connection via WiFi connection with expansion hardware. The device also comes with a charging dock capable of both standard USB and Serial connection.
Compaq IPAQ H3800 Pocket PC
This IPAQ from 2001 represents a crossroads. It couldn't make phone calls, but could connect to the internet with a modem cable or WiFi. The charging dock has an older 9-pin serial port and a modern USB port. It ran Microsoft's Pocket PC 2002 operating system, with a mix of simple, portable apps and others meant to mimic complex office applications.
Related Term
Handheld Computers (is described by)
