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CTIA 2007 live : i-mate makes big announcement October 23, 2007 [General] | By Edward J. R. Our reporter - Tadd Rosenfeld - is now present at CTIA conference where he is gathering information - photos, videos, interviews - so please stay tuned for his reports! He has already carried out interview with i-mate about their new fantastic phones, but in meantime you can read more about their announcement: Information from i-mate follows. * * * * * Today from CTIA IT & Entertainment, i-mate ( www.imate.com) launched its Ultimate range of Windows Mobile devices, marking the company's official entrance into the Americas. i-mate is the leading wireless device manufacturer in the Middle East, and will be launching four devices from the show - the Ultimate 6150, 8150, 8502 and 9502 - targeted at businesses and consumer seeking both functionality and style. i-mate differentiates itself in the crowded smartphone market by offering high-functionality mobile devices (Windows Mobile 6, XGA direct video out, GPS) combined with customized software solutions offering increased device security and personalization. i-mate devices can also be sold "unlocked," allowing users to pick the carrier of their choice. * * * * * i-mate Launches in the Americas with its Ultimate Range of Windows Mobile Devices from CTIA IT & Entertainment i-mate Launches in the Americas with its Ultimate Range of Windows Mobile Devices The Ultimate 6150, 8150, 8502 and 9502 Offer Advanced Functionality and Innovative Designs to Meet the Needs of the Most Demanding Mobile Users i-mate , a global manufacturer of high performance Windows Mobile devices and related peripherals, today announced the launch of its Ultimate range of wireless devices in the Americas - the Ultimate 6150, 8150, 8502 and 9502. The Ultimate range offers high-end device specifications - including video out that can drive video onto a plasma screen and the fastest radio connection of any Windows Mobile device - in a variety of form factors making them the mobile devices of choice for businesses and consumers seeking both functionality and style. The Ultimate range is powered by the Windows Mobile 6 operating system. "This is the official launch of our Ultimate range in the Americas and a huge milestone for i-mate that further solidifies our leadership position in the global smartphone market," stated Jim Morrison, i-mate's CEO and founder. "The Ultimate range of devices combines unbeatable performance with sleek design that will appeal to both business users and gadget-lovers who want to choose a device based on their business and personal requirements - we offer unlocked freedom and flexibility so they are not restricted to operator available options. In addition, our devices ship with our i-Q services platform, which delivers individual device customization, personal device management with enhanced security and provides an out-of-box experience that is unmatched in the industry. The Ultimate range will also be upgradeable to support Microsoft's System Center Mobile Device Manager, announced today, enabling our business customers to better secure and manage their Windows Mobile devices." The Ultimate 6150 is a modern PDA form factor with a 2.8 inch VGA touch-screen, while the Ultimate 8150 features both a VGA touch-screen and dial keypad with T9 for simple and convenient text entry. The Ultimate 8502 has a 2.6 inch touch-screen and full QWERTY keypad, and the Ultimate 9502 offers a 2.8 inch sliding VGA touch-screen with a full QWERTY keypad. "Companies are looking to get more from their mobile devices than ever before," said Pieter Knook, Senior Vice President of the Mobile Communications Business, Microsoft Corporation. "Windows Mobile and i-mate are working together to deliver versatile, enterprise-ready devices - like their Ultimate range - that can be easily managed by IT departments of all sizes, as well as secure enough to handle critical business information." The Ultimate device range features Windows Mobile 6, 256MB ROM, 128MB RAM, Quad-Band GSM/EDGE, Tri-Band UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA, 2.0 and 3.0 mega pixel fixed focus cameras, GPS, WiFi 802.11b/g/e/i, Bluetooth v2.0 EDR connectivity, VGA LCD Touch Screen, and a MicroSD card slot. In addition, the Ultimate range provides the following features that differentiate the devices in the global smartphone market: XGA Direct Video Out - one of the advanced and exclusive features of the Ultimate devices is XGA direct video out, which connects with projectors and LCD monitors to offer 1024x768 display resolution. This allows users to present Microsoft Office applications and videos directly from their Ultimate device onto a secondary display - without any need for a laptop! GPS Built In - the Ultimate 8502 and 9502 feature integrated GPS and with Windows Live Search, customers can find everything from phone numbers to a hotel with turn-by-turn directions and GPS location. Unlimited possibilities for location-based applications and services. Custom i-Q - for the same price as other smartphones, i-mate provides extensive value-add for IT administrators, SIs, VARs and consumers. i-mate's Custom i-Q software makes it easy to configure Ultimate devices using a straightforward Web interface, which simplifies device provisioning - configure global policies, push down software applications to devices in the field, and much more. Superior Out-of-the-Box Experience - i-mate's Custom i-Q software takes the struggle out of getting customers up and running quickly on new devices, providing an out-of-the box experience that is unmatched in the industry. Power on your Ultimate, type in your customization credentials, and i-mate downloads the information over-the-air (OTA) and you're all set. Secure i-Q - i-mate's device management software puts control back into the enterprise administrator's hands, offering the ability to "wipe" devices in the field in real-time, enhancing security and safeguarding data. i-mate's device security is unrivaled in the global wireless industry. Support i-Q - i-mate's premium, worldwide 24/7 support with live chat and local service centers worldwide. Flexibility and Freedom - i-mate devices can be sold "unlocked," allowing users to pick the carrier of their choice. Variety of Form Factors - the Ultimate range is available in a variety of form factors, from traditional candy-bar designs with the 6150 and 8150, to open QWERTY keyboards on the 8502 and the sliding 9502. "We're bullish on the growth of the global smartphone market and believe i-mate's offering of high-functionality devices combined with customized software services differentiates the company in the increasingly crowded smartphone market," noted John Jackson, Vice President of Enabling Technologies Research for Yankee Group. Interested parties can check out the new i-mate™ Ultimate devices at CTIA IT & Entertainment 2007 in the Enterprise Mobility Pavilion in Booth #133. Availability The Ultimate 6150 and 8150 will be available directly from i-mate, through national distributors and resellers nationwide in early November for an unsubsidized retail price of approximately $695 and $725 respectively . The Ultimate 8502 and 9502 will be coming to market later in the fourth quarter of 2007, and will also be available directly from i-mate, through national distributors and resellers nationwide. A complete list of Ultimate 6150 and 8150 features and technical specifications can be found at www.imate.com/showProducts.aspx?skinid=1. High-resolution photos of the Ultimate range of devices are available at www.imate.com/pt-highResImages.aspx?skinid=1. For more information about the Ultimate range of devices and services, please go to www.imate.com. Ultimate 6150 and 8150 Technical Specifications: Microsoft Windows Mobile 6 Intel PXA 270 520 MHz Processor nVidia Graphic Accelerator, nVidia G5500 Quad-Band GSM/EDGE, Tri-Band UMTS/HSDPA WiFi 802.11b/g/e/i 256MB ROM, 128MB RAM Micro SD card slot VGA LCD Touch Screen Bluetooth v2.0 EDR Mini USB Direct Video Out XGA 2.0 mega pixel camera FM Stereo Radio Supports Microsoft Direct Push TechnologyUltimate 8502 and 9502 Technical Specifications: Microsoft Windows Mobile 6 400 MGz QualcommÒ MSM 7200 nVidia Graphic Accelerator, nVidia G5500 Integrated GPS Quad-Band GSM/EDGE, Tri-Band UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA WiFi 802.11b/g/e/i 256MB ROM, 128MB RAM Micro SD card slot VGA LCD Touch Screen Bluetooth v2.0 EDR Mini USB Direct Video Out XGA 2.0/3.0 mega pixel camera VGA camera for video calls FM Stereo Radio Supports Microsoft Direct Push TechnologyCredit: Erik Moser, PR Counsel for i-mate - via Tadd Rosenfeld.  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