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Sprint and Motorola has announced the long-expected launch of their dual mode CDMA-iDEN handsets. The handsets will enable Sprint customers to make voice calls; communicate instantly with Nextel Walkie-Talkie services; and stay connected with Sprint Text Messaging, GPS and other advanced applications, all with one single phone.
"The launch of Sprint''s PowerSource phones represents the power of two strong companies coming together to deliver Nextel''s industry-leading walkie-talkie services and powerful Sprint voice and data services to customers on a single device," said Oliver Valente, senior vice president of product development for Sprint. "By combining the strength of our two networks into one phone, Sprint gives customers the power to get more done." For walkie-talkie services, the handset will operate on the Nextel National Network (iDEN) giving customers the ability to instantly connect with more than 20 million Nextel walkie-talkie users coast to coast. Customers can also use walkie-talkie service in and between up to five countries (Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Mexico and Peru) on the world''s largest walkie-talkie network. The handsets also support Direct Talk for short-range off-network walkie-talkie conversations between users with other Direct Talk-capable Nextel phones. Standard voice and data services will be delivered via the Sprint Nationwide Network. Both handsets support SMS text messaging and are GPS-enabled for navigation, including support for TeleNav. "The Motorola relationship with Sprint is continuing to grow; therefore, their customers benefit by enjoying flexible options for mobile communications, whether for business efficiency or stylish devices," said Peter Aloumanis, director, U.S. Markets Division, Motorola''s iDEN Subscriber Group. "Our experience producing innovative multi-mode devices enabled us to create the new PowerSource handsets that offer users a choice of design features with flexible service on powerful iDEN and CDMA networks." (中国集群通信网 | 责任编辑：陈晓亮) |