Newton MessagePad 2100 by Apple – Specifications

Introducing the Apple Newton MessagePad 2100, released in 1997 Nov. Designed by Apple and manufactured by Apple Computer, this Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) is ideal for those who value .

The device features a Monochrome STN LCD display with a size of and a resolution of providing a pixel density of 95 PPI PPI. It operates on ensuring smooth performance with its clocked at 161.9 MHz.

Noteworthy attributes include:

  • Storage and Memory: 8 MiB RAM, supported by a 8 MiB non-volatile internal storage.
  • Camera Capabilities: main sensor, capable of recording videos at .
  • Connectivity and Extras: with support for bands and advanced connectivity through and .
  • Power: Equipped with a battery, offering a capacity of .

Available in regions including at a price of .

Full Specifications of Newton MessagePad 2100

BrandApple
ModelNewton MessagePad 2100
Released1997 Nov
Hardware DesignerApple
ManufacturerApple Computer
General ExtrasPassive stylus
Device CategoryPersonal Digital Assistant (PDA)
List of Additional Features LocalTalk
2x PCMCIA II. slot
Width 118.7 mm
4.67 inch
Height 210.3 mm
8.28 inch
Depth 27.9 mm
1.1 inches
Bounding Volume696.5 ccm
Mass 640 g
22.58 ounces
PlatformNewton OS
Operating System Apple Newton OS
2
CPU Clock161.9 MHz
CPU DEC StrongARM SA-110
1,996
32 bit
single-core
16 Kbyte I-Cache
16 Kbyte D-Cache
350 nm
RAM TypeEDO DRAM
RAM Capacity8 MiB RAM
Non-volatile Memory TypePROM
Non-volatile Memory InterfaceYes
Non-volatile Memory Capacity8 MiB non-volatile
Display Diagonal 155 mm
6.1 inch
Resolution 320x480
153600 pixels
Display Width 85.98 mm
3.38 inch
Display Height 128.97 mm
5.08 inch
Horizontal Full Bezel Width32.72 mm
Display Area11088.5 square millimeter
Display Area Utilization44.4%
Pixel Size0.26868 mm/pixel
Pixel Density95 PPI
Display TypeMonochrome STN LCD display
Display Color Depth4 bit/pixel
Number of Display Scales16
Display IlluminationELP
Display Light Reflection Modereflective
Scratch Resistant ScreenNo
Graphical ControllerN/A
A/V OutNo
Audio Channel(s)mono
Microphone(s)mono
Microphone InputProprietary
D/A Holding Frequency10000 Hz
Loudspeaker(s):mono
Audio Output:Proprietary
Supported Cellular BandsNo
Sec. Supported Cellular Networks:No
Touchscreen TypeResistive touch sensing screen
Touchscreen Simultaneous Touch PointsSingle-touch
Expansion InterfacesPCMCIA II.
USB No
No
USB ConnectorNo
BluetoothNo
Wireless LANNo
IR IrDA 1.1
115200bit/s (SIR/CIR)
SerialRecommended Standard 422
Serial Connector:Proprietary
Serial Data Rate:115200 bps
FM Radio ReceiverNo
Supported GPS protocol(s)No
Camera Image SensorNo
FocusNo
FlashNo
Aux. Camera Image SensorNo
Aux. 2 Camera Image SensorNo
Aux. 3 Camera Image SensorNo
Aux. 4 Camera Image SensorNo
Aux. 4 Camera FocusNo
Secondary Camera SensorNo
Sec. Aux. Cam. Image SensorNo
Sec. Aux. 2 Cam. Image SensorNo
Built-in accelerometerNo
Protection from solid materialsYes
Protection from liquidsYes
Battery AAA pencil battery
removable

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