Virtually all other information such as memo files or programs can also be transmitted with ease. The standard software is as good as ever, featuring an address book, calculator, expenses function, date book, memo pad, to do list, and an off-line mail application, which allows you to read and write email on your Palm III and then synchronise it with your PC's mail program so that emails are instantly sent. There is also an abundance of quality third party software available ranging from games to language translation software. There is also a variety of extra hardware available for the Palm III, such as a wireless modem and a GPS receiver. PC connectivity was always a major selling point of the Pilot, and the Palm III is no different.
Synchronisation is a piece of cake when using the supplied docking station, and software.
The press of one button is all that is needed to synchronise all data. The docking station is connected to the PC via the serial port, unfortunately there is currently no option to have a USB connection. The display is a monochrome LCD screen measuring 55 x 55 mm, which although we are assured is highly scratch resistant, is very reflective, which often hinders visibility. To aid readability you can now change between three predefined font sizes. Another new function for the Palm III is the addition of a bright backlight.