Lightning in a Bottle

A report from the Brighthand News Team this month states that the total number of handhelds shipped worldwide dropped significantly during the first quarter of this year because of the weak economy. A study by IDC showed that worldwide handheld device shipments fell over 20% in the first quarter of 2003 when compared with the same quarter last year. Palm continues to lead the market with a 35% share, shipped 882 thousand units during the quarter, nearly double the number of its closest competitor. A statement at the end of the report concludes that handhelds have a limited appeal to the majority of consumers and enterprises.

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