Sprint breathes new life into its Nextel Direct Connect service by announcing six new rugged cell phones to be released throughout the year.
During a press conference at CTIA Wireless 2008, Sprint announced today the upcoming launch of two new Nextel Direct Connect devices, the Sanyo Pro-200 and the Sanyo Pro-700. These new devices are expected to be available later this month, selling for $50 and $70 with a two-year contract, respectively. New Direct Connect phones from Motorola, Samsung and LG are also planned to be released later in 2008 and in early 2009.
Sanyo Pro-200 and Pro-700
Sporting a slim clamshell form factor, the Pro-200 by Sanyo delivers instant Nextel Direct Connect services and key functionalities including Bluetooth, messaging capabilities and mobile e-mail. Recognizing that instant communication is needed in sometimes harsh environments, Sprint will offer the Sanyo Pro-700 rugged device certified to military standards for dust, shock and vibration. Gallery & Specs (Pro 700), Gallery & Specs (Pro-200)
Motorola V950
Durable, yet stylish exterior nature creates a "modern rugged" design. The V950 is slimmed down and suited up to perform anywhere, in the elements, or the job and on the go. The V950 also packs stereo Bluetooth, a 2-megapixel camera, image spotlight and stand-alone GPS solutions to deliver a robust communications tool. Customers will also be able to enjoy Sprint Music Store, Sprint TV and the convenience of external music controls. Gallery & Specs
Samsung Z700
The Z700 by Samsung brings together the convenience of instant, get in/get out communication, as well as a 2-megapixel camera, Sprint TV and Sprint Music Store, stereo Bluetooth, microSD memory card slot and external music control keys. Gallery & Specs
Samsung Z400
Ultra-rugged push-to-talk choices expand with the Z400 by Samsung, which is certified to Military specification 810F for dust, shock and vibration. Customers will also have added benefits of a 1.3-megapixel camera, Sprint Navigation and Bluetooth support in this clamshell handset. Gallery & Specs
LG LX400
The LX400 by LG is packaged in a slender form factor and will enable Nextel Direct Connect push-to-talk services. The device will also include key features such as a 1.3-megapixel camera, Bluetooth, GPS capabilities and noise reduction capabilities. Gallery & Specs
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