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MOTOKRZR Debuts in Hong Kong
Motorola has announced that its the MOTOKRZR is now available for consumers in Hong Kong.
The cutting-edge mobile is also available throughout greater China including Taiwan. In coming weeks, millions of consumers can expect to see announcements from operators and carrier allies around the world announcing the availability of MOTOKRZR.
"MOTOKRZR embodies Motorola's commitment to originality and innovation. We are excited to be putting a sophisticated mobile with a wide range of premium voice and multimedia features into the hands of consumers around the world," said Ron Garriques, president, Mobile Devices Business. "The MOTOKRZR is the definitive handset for individuals who have an appreciation for cutting-edge designs and an exciting mobile experience."
September 19, 2006 | Permalink
BlackBerry 8703e launched by Verizon Wireless
BASKING RIDGE, NJ, WATERLOO, ON and LOS ANGELES, CA -- Verizon Wireless and Research In Motion (RIM) (Nasdaq: RIMM; TSX: RIM) today introduced the new BlackBerry® 8703e operating on Verizon Wireless’ Evolution-Data Optimized (EV-DO) network. Available to Verizon Wireless customers beginning Sunday, September 17, the BlackBerry 8703e integrates advanced device hardware, software and network technologies in a powerful handset with a full 35-key QWERTY keyboard.
The BlackBerry 8703e offers Verizon Wireless customers an exceptional user experience for “push” e-mail, Web browsing and other mobile data applications, together with premium mobile phone features including dedicated phone keys, smart dialing, conference calling, speed dialing, call forwarding, built-in speakerphone for conference calls and hands-free use and Bluetooth® support for use with headsets and car kits.
The large, bright, high-resolution LCD screen on the BlackBerry 8703e incorporates intelligent light sensing technology that automatically adjusts LCD and keyboard lighting levels to provide optimized viewing in indoor, outdoor and dark environments.
For corporate customers, BlackBerry Enterprise Server(TM) software tightly integrates with Microsoft® Exchange, IBM Lotus® Domino® and Novell GroupWise® and works with existing enterprise systems to enable secure, push-based, wireless access to e-mail and other corporate data. For individuals and smaller businesses, BlackBerry Internet Service(TM) allows users to access up to ten corporate and personal e-mail accounts (including Microsoft Exchange, IBM Lotus Domino and most popular ISP e-mail accounts) from a single device.
Verizon Wireless customers can use their BlackBerry 8703e handset as a modem and get BroadbandAccess on Verizon Wireless’ award-winning Evolution-Data Optimized (EV-DO) network. A simple cable connection from the BlackBerry 8703e to a laptop and a subscription to BroadbandAccess Connect gives customers the option of using Verizon Wireless’ wireless broadband service to download data.
BroadbandAccess Connect provides a cost-effective solution for customers who want the option of accessing the Internet from their laptop. Customers can use BroadbandAccess Connect to download large documents at speeds averaging 400 to 700 kbps on Verizon Wireless’ BroadbandAccess service, anywhere within the BroadbandAccess coverage area. For customers who travel outside a BroadbandAccess coverage area, the handset can seamlessly switch to Verizon Wireless’ 1xRTT NationalAccess network to remain connected.
The BlackBerry 8703e is available from Verizon Wireless for $349.99 with a new two-year customer agreement beginning on Sunday, September 17 online and through Verizon Wireless business sales channels on Monday, September 18. It will be available though Verizon Wireless Communications Stores in October. BroadbandAccess Connect is available to BlackBerry 8703e customers for $15 monthly access in conjunction with a qualifying voice plan and unlimited data plan; or $30 monthly access in conjunction with an unlimited data plan. For more information about the BlackBerry 8703e from Verizon Wireless, customers can contact a Verizon Wireless business sales representative directly at 1-800-VZW 4 BIZ or visit www.verizonwireless.com.
September 12, 2006 | Permalink
Sprint Gives Wireless Customers the Facts
OVERLAND PARK, Kan.
Wireless customers can have a difficult time sorting through all the noise created by the wireless industry from pricing plans to network strength to devices and services. To help educate customers and prospects by giving them the facts they need, Sprint (NYSE: S) is launching a new advertising campaign that includes a humorous ad created by Publicis & Hal Riney that uses actual footage from a spaghetti western film and that outlines the differences in Sprint’s mobile broadband network when directly compared to Cingular’s EDGE network. This creative advertisement is just one of many Sprint advertisements designed to outline the facts and communicate the power Sprint provides its customers.
Click here to learn more and view the commercial
Fact: Sprint has the nation’s largest mobile broadband network.
Fact: Sprint’s mobile broadband network (400-700 kbps) is 5 TIMES FASTER than Cingular’s EDGE network (70-135 kbps).
"At Sprint, we are giving our customers the power to get work done faster and in more places," said Mike Goff, vice president of national advertising for Sprint. "The ad using actual spaghetti western footage comparing Sprint’s mobile broadband network to Cingular’s EDGE network very clearly depicts how Sprint is empowering customers to do more, at five times the speed of Cingular’s EDGE network."
The new Sprint advertising campaign will involve both television and print and is a part of a larger strategic move by the company to bring together a positioning that empowers customers to do more. The campaign also reveals the new company tagline: "Sprint. Power Up."
For more information on Sprint’s mobile broadband network, please visit http://powervision.sprint.com/mobilebroadband/casestudies/index.html. For additional information on Sprint’s new positioning, visit www.sprint.com/mr. Editor’s note: Art/creative illustration available upon request.
Source: Sprint
September 6, 2006 | Permalink
Sony Walkman NW-S200 Series Sports MP3 Player Sets the Pace
The new Sony WALKMAN NW-S200 Series Sports MP3 Player is perfect for active people who want music wherever they are and whatever they are doing.
The Walkman NW-S200 Series Sports MP3 Players are compact and lightweight, yet packed with unique features. These include a durable, water-resistant body; various playback options including "Music Pacer(TM)" and "Shuffle Shake" functions, FM tuner and integral sports counters.
In sleek and seamless aluminium, the NW-E200 Series can withstand water splashes from wet hands, perspiration or outdoor use, even in wet or snowy weather conditions. At the same time its stylish "stick & ring" design in silver, pink or black will appeal to those who just want their MP3 player to look good.
BUILT-IN SPORTS FUNCTIONS
The Walkman NW-S200 Sports MP3 player features in-built product intelligence to support its sports counter functions. Via an integral gravity sensor and simple-to-use graphical user interface, real-time calorie usage, distance travelled, steps taken and running time can be monitored, eliminating the need to carry a separate pedometer or stop-watch whilst exercising.
Users can also set personal targets for each exercise session so that the music stops after a specific time period has lapsed, calories expended or distance has been travelled.
All functions are operated via a simple jog dial shuttle for ease of use whilst the user is on the move.
MUSIC PACER(TM)
A number of intelligent sound and playback features enhance the listening experience, whatever the user is doing. The "Music Pacer(TM)" feature can be activated to automatically detect the user's pace of step and change the music accordingly from pre-made playlists.
SOUND FUNCTIONS
The NW-S200 Series features a dynamic normaliser that can be activated to minimise the difference in volume level between each song for comfortable playback, whilst preset sound equaliser functions can be adjusted between different genres of music to maximise the quality of sound. The user can also alternate quickly and easily between shuffle and normal playback modes by shaking the Walkman NW-S200 three times.
SPEED CHARGE
Sony's pioneering speed charge feature provides three hours of continuous music playback time after a three minute charge, and becomes fully charged after forty five minutes providing eighteen hours of continuous playback (when power save setting is "ON-Super," the sound quality setting (Equalizer) is "OFF," and G Sensor setting is "OFF." Music files encoded with ATRAC format (encoded in 132kbps).
Source: Sony UK Limited
September 2, 2006 | Permalink
