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Palm OS vs. Windows Mobile

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There are currently 13 different models of Treos, and all but one utilizes Palm OS. The Treo 700w utilizes Windows Mobile. Palm OS is a compact operating system that was developed and licensed in 1996 by PalmSource, Inc. for PDAs. It was developed to be easy to use and is comparable to operating systems such as Microsoft Windows. Palm OS is combined with basic applications including an address book, clock, note pad, sync, and security software.

Windows Mobile is also a compact operating system combined with basic applications for mobile devices. It is based on Microsoft Win32 API. It is designed to be comparable to desktop versions of Windows. There are several features that are common to Windows Mobile. First, the Today Screen shows the current date, owner information, upcoming appointments, e-mail messages, and tasks. There are also pocket PC versions of Microsft Office applications included in Windows Mobile. These applications include Pocket Word and Pocket Excel. With ActiveSync, you can convert desktop versions of files to Pocket PC compatible versions. Windows Mobile also comes with Outlook mobile, which includes tasks, calendar, contacts, and inbox. Finally, Windows Mobile comes bundled with Window Media Player.

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