" Why is that? "
This is a simple side effect of patents. One can't just willy nilly add a camera to a device without running afoul of a patent. Since there are products with said camera then it's left to you to decide if that's a feature you must have.
In parting, I have the Zire 71 and its camera is less than useful. The focus is fine for about 2 feet out and then it's out of focus. Maybe just my unit, but I didn't dissect it to see if I could adjust that.
Bob
I'm new to the handheld market. I've been researching pdas. I really want windows operating system with a digital camera included, but there are not many to choose from. Why is that? Should I forget the camera aspect or purchase a pda with a slot to attach a camera? Has anyone tried the "slotted camera"? I'm also afraid I'll buy one and then in 1 or 2 months there will arrive a bunch of new products to choose from. I never thought I'd have so much trouble picking out a pda. Help!

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