What we know
On November 7, 1997, Apple released the Newton MessagePad 2100, marking the final iteration of its pioneering line of handheld PDAs before discontinuing the Newton platform. Apple released the Newton MessagePad 2100 on November 7, 1997. The Newton MessagePad 2100 was the final iteration of Apple's Newton PDA line.
Why it matters
The Newton MessagePad series was Apple's early attempt at creating a personal digital assistant (PDA). Launched in the early 1990s, the Newton line was notable for its handwriting recognition and portable computing features. The MessagePad 2100, released in late 1997, was the last model before Apple discontinued the Newton platform in 1998, as the company shifted focus under Steve Jobs' leadership.
What is still unknown
- No independent tier A sources were found to corroborate the release date or finality of the Newton MessagePad 2100, so claims are not fully verified.