Compatible devices

Question

Hi ,looking for something like a pocket pc which is compatible with Mac Tiger which has a voice recorder capability and ,preferably, a phone , but not essential
I got the following Apple list of phones that will sync but my guess is they are all obsolete now as its quite old
iSync: Supported mobile phones in Mac OS X v10.4, 10.5, and 10.6
anyone got any suggestions please? Thanks

Answer 1

Most current products, such as an iPod Touch or other item which could sync with a
Mac and provide certain kinds of functions, would require a later OS X version than
Tiger 10.4.11. You could get and use OS X 10.5.8 Leopard in your old PPC Mac;
and that should support some newer product, for a time at least.
There are apps for newer data phones to use them as portable computer devices;
they have microphones, cameras, and elegant features. If you go to buy anything
new, be sure to read the product specification and support information beforehand.
With new Apple products, their specs and requirements are in the Store, online.
{Many require the use of a later iTunes app and the newer version of iTunes Store
as viewed via the app online; once installed. This requires a newer OS X than Tiger.}
So, you may have a time getting the retail version Leopard 10.5, but you could
try calling Apple Sales at 1-800-MY-APPLE* and ask about getting this system
from Apple; since it no longer is available in a retail environment. If available, it
could set you back about $129. or so; that's less than an auction/ebay gamble.
**In the UK,* look to the upper left-hand margin in the online Apple Store to see the
contact number for the Apple Sales, to see about getting the outdated OS X 10.5
retail version DVD, if still available. *Apple UK Sales phone: [phone]*
The issues surrounding compatible devices really depend on what ones are
considered; and then what supporting OS version they require to work. As I
do not have any idea on that matter, perhaps someone will offer more ideas?
Good luck & happy computing!
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