When the Palm Treo 270 released in mid-2002, the concept of a smartphone was still new and unfamiliar to many prospective buyers--and the retailers who sold them. To assist, Palm provided demo kits including a functioning device and example script for providing hands-on tours in stores. Kits also included a copy of a video CD designed for end-users, which doubled as an introduction for retail employees as well.

These contents provide a fascinating insight into the way early smartphones were presented and sold.

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