Gone But Not Forgotten


The 3Com Ergo Audrey is a discontinued internet appliance from 3Com. It was released to the public on October 17, 2000 for $499 USD as the first (and only) device in the company's "Ergo" initiative. Once connected to an appropriate provider, users could access the internet, send and receive e-mail, play audio and video, and synchronize with up to two Palm OS-based devices. After seven and a half months in the market, 3Com discontinued the product on June 1, 2001. Customers received full refunds for the product and accessories. The remaining Audrey hardware was liquidated and embraced by the hardware hacker community. Hacked Audreys remain in use today.