Cradles are multifunctional as they can be a great resting place for your i-Mate PDA2 device. When you are at home or at your desk you can put your i-Mate PDA2 device in a cradle to keep it safe. They can be used to charge and sync your i-Mate PDA2 device. They can also be used to dock the device so that when you are placing calls or viewing a video it is at a comfortable talking and reading angle. Some cradles even come with a spare battery charger which is convenient and handy to ensure that when you take your i-Mate PDA2 device with you there is a spare battery that is also charged up and ready to go so that you don’t have to worry about running out of power. Last but not least, cradles are a great resting place at night for your i-Mate PDA2 device when not in use. They will be kept safe while charging and it is a nice home for your i-Mate PDA2 device.