Apple Newton MessagePad 2100

Apple Newton MessagePad 2100 was introduced in November 1997. It increased working memory while retaining the fast StrongARM processor and large screen of the MessagePad 2000. It combined StrongARM SA-110 at 162 MHz with 8MB RAM.

The 2100 was the final and most capable MessagePad released before Apple ended the Newton platform in 1998.

Notable Features

• It increased working memory while retaining the fast StrongARM processor and large screen of the MessagePad 2000.
• Its StrongARM SA-110 at 162 MHz and 8MB RAM configuration defined this model within Apple's changing product range.
• The 2100 was the final and most capable MessagePad released before Apple ended the Newton platform in 1998.

Historical Significance

• The 2100 was the final and most capable MessagePad released before Apple ended the Newton platform in 1998.
• The model records a distinct hardware, enclosure or market stage rather than a storage-only configuration.

Collector’s Notes

• Processor speed, display type, regional branding and original model label should be checked when identifying a surviving system.
• Original power supplies, keyboards, media and expansion accessories add useful historical context.

Specifications

Technical Information
Name	Apple Newton MessagePad 2100
Manufacturer	Apple
Launched	Saturday, November 1, 1997
Country	United States
CPU	StrongARM SA-110 at 162 MHz
Units Sold
Operating System	Newton OS 2.1
I/O	Serial, infrared, audio and two PC Card slots
Keyboard	Pen input with on-screen keyboard
Storage	Internal flash storage and two PC Card slots
Sound	Digital system audio and recording
Graphics	480 x 320 pen-driven monochrome graphics
Display	Built-in 480 x 320 backlit monochrome LCD
ROM	8MB Newton ROM
RAM	8MB RAM
CPU Speed	162 MHz