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PDA Accessories Checklist

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While your PDA is a great tool for staying connected and organizing files, you may be able to get even more uses from it with the right accessories. This checklist of PDA accessories will give you an idea of some basic items that will make it easier to work with your PDA phone virtually anywhere.

PDA Accessories:

  1. PDA memory cards: Most pocket computers also have slots for additional memory, usually in the form of memory cards. Pocket PC memory cards are typically the same card types used by digital cameras, like SD cards or microSD. Rarely, you may find PDA accessories like Compact Flash cards used in PDAs and smart phones.

  2. Batteries: Rechargeable batteries -- such as lithium, nickel-cadmium or nickel-metal hydride -- are nearly universal for PDAs. If you're concerned about your PDA losing power at an inconvenient time, a spare battery might be a good addition to your PDA accessories.

  3. PDA cables: Data cables and charging cables are essential for charging your pocket PC. If your PDA phone uses a USB cable, you can probably charge it while simultaneously transferring files.

  4. PDA cases: Whether it's a classic leather PDA case or a sleek metal PDA carrying case, your pocket PC will be more stylish and protected with some type of case or cover. A pouch or case with a belt clip will protect your PDA from scratches while keeping it close at hand.

  5. PDA chargers: Different PDA accessories are designed to charge your pocket PC nearly anywhere. With a charger at home, a computer charging cable and a car charger, you'll never be without power.

  6. PDA cradles: Special software and a docking cradle are required to allow data transfers between PDAs and other computers. Also called a synchronization port, a docking cradle allows your PDA to charge and transfer data to your desktop or laptop computer. PDA cradles are especially good for backing up your PDA contacts and files in case of loss, damage or theft. Docking cradles that attach the PDA to the home or office computer via USB are sometimes called USB docking stations.

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