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UTStarcom Blitz

Posted by Joe on January 4, 2009

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Free with new Verizon contract

$49.99 with Verizon extension

Description:

The Blitz, a Verizon Wireless exclusive, is a new messaging phone with slide-out QWERTY keyboard, is perfect for heavy texters or those who simply want to keep in touch. This device makes it a breeze to blog, web browse, or send messages with a touch of the My Messaging key. The bright, high resolution screen, 1.3 megapixel camera, and speakerphone are perfect for talking & expressing yourself with a phone that’s as unique as you are. The Blitz is Stereo Bluetooth® capable so you can listen to your favorite tunes or have a conversation hands-free!

Verizon Wireless Blitz (Verizon Wireless)

  • Slide-out QWERTY Keyboard
  • V Cast Music with Rhapsody®
  • Side Loading Music
  • Bluetooth® Stereo Capable
  • VZNavigator Capable
  • 1.3 Megapixel Camera
  • Chaperone® Parent/Child Capable

Included Accessories

  • Standard Lithium Ion Battery
  • Standard Battery Cover
  • Wall Charger
  • USB Cable
  • User Guide
  • Quick Reference Guide

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UTStarcom Quickfire

Posted by Joe on December 10, 2008

$9.99 with new contract, $49.99 with extension

UTStarcom Quickfire Silver

The UTStarcom Quickfire for AT&T shares its basic design element with the hugely popular Sidekick; the large touchscreen QVGA display slides out to reveal a full QWERTY keyboard perfect for heavy messaging. In addition, the Quickfire packs in a 1.3-MP camera, MP3 player, microSD slot for additional memory, GPS, and a capable speakerphone. The UTStarcom for AT&T was built with the style-conscious multi-tasker in mind.

Highlights

  • Enjoy Touch Screen Control And Full QWERTY Keyboard
  • Watch Streaming AT&T TV, or Listen To Streaming Radio
  • Bluetooth Wireless Technology With Streaming Stereo Music Support
  • Built-in Music Player Supports Playlists
  • 1.3 Megapixel Digital Camera Takes Print-quality Stills
  • Record Extra-long Video Clips
  • Expandable Memory Card To Store Your Songs, Pictures and Videos

What’s In The Box With The Phone

  • Additional Items Included – Battery, Wall Charger, User Guide

Advanced Features

  • Digital Camera – Yes, 1.3 Megapixels, Self-Timer, Multi-Shot
  • Streaming Multimedia Support – Yes, Listen To Streaming AT&T Music With Appropriate Feature
  • MP3 Player – Yes, Supports MP3, WMA, AAC and AAC+ Formats, USB 2.0 Mass Storage
  • GPS Services Support – Yes, Supports Location-Based Services Like AT&T Navigator
  • Bluetooth Wireless Technology – Yes, v1.1, Headset, Handsfree, DUN, OPP Profiles Supported
  • Attachment Viewing (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) – Yes, View Attachments Received With Emails
  • Video Capture / Camcorder – 15 Frames Per Second, QVGA, Length Limited Only By Available Memory, Self-portrait Camcorder
  • QWERTY Keyboard – Yes, Slide-Out QWERTY Keyboard
  • Bluetooth Stereo Headset (A2DP) – Yes, Stream Stereo Music To and From Compatible (A2DP) Bluetooth Devices
  • Data Capable / Use This Phone As A Modem – Yes, With Software and Cable Sold Separately
  • PC Synchronization – Yes, With Software and Cable Sold Separately
  • Parental Controls – Yes

Messaging Features

  • Mobile Web Browsing – Yes, WAP 2.0 Browser Built-in, Near-broadband Download Speeds, With Media Web Feature
  • Multimedia Messaging – Yes, Send and Receive Picture and Video Messages, With Messaging Feature
  • HTML Web Browsing – Yes, Supports Full Web Browsing
  • Text Messaging (SMS) – Yes, 2-way, With Pre-loaded Message Templates, With Media Max or Messaging Starter Add-on Bundles
  • Email Client – POP3, SMTP and IMAP4 Protocols, View Attached Documents, With Media Max Feature
  • Instant Messenger Built-in – Yes, AOL, Yahoo! and MSN Instant Messaging, With Messaging Feature

Personalization and Fun Features

  • Polyphonic Ringtones – Yes, 60 Chords, Downloadable
  • Custom Ringtones – Yes
  • MP3 Ringtones – Yes, Supports MP3, WMA, AAC, RealOne File Formats
  • Ringer Profiles – Yes
  • Picture Caller ID – Yes
  • Multiple Languages – Yes, English, French, Spanish
  • Games – Yes, Downloadable
  • Customizable Graphics – Yes, Downloadable

Core Features

  • Color Main Display – 2.8″ LCD, 240 x 320 Pixels, Over 262,000 Colors Displayed
  • Color – Silver
  • Style – Touch Slider
  • Warranty – AT&T Factory Warranty
  • Speakerphone – Yes
  • Voice-activated Dialing – Yes
  • To-Do List – Yes
  • Voice Memo – Yes
  • Alarm – Yes
  • Calculator – Yes
  • Calendar – Yes
  • Vibrate – Yes
  • Phonebook Capacity – Up to 1000 Contacts
  • Multiple Numbers Per Name – Yes, Up to 5 Entries Per Contact, Plus 2 Email Addresses
  • TTY Compatible – Yes
  • M3 Hearing Aid Compatible – Yes, T4/M4 Rated
  • Text to Speech – Yes
  • PDA Device – No

Battery Life

  • Battery Type – Li Ion
  • Talk Time – Up to 180 Minutes
  • Standby Time – Up to 280 Hours

Technical Specifications

  • Application Platform – Java
  • Data Download Speed – HSPDA (Up to 3.6 Mbps) and EDGE (Up to 144 Kbps)
  • Network Compatibility – GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900; WCDMA 850, 1900, 2100
  • Compatible Carrier – AT&T
  • Ringtone Types Supported – MIDI, MP3, WMA, AAC, RealOne
  • Internationally Compatible – Yes
  • Predictive Text Entry – Yes, T9
  • 3G Data Speeds – Yes, HSDPA For Up To 3.6 Mbps
  • Expandable Memory Capacity – microSD/Transflash Memory Card Formats
  • Built-In Memory – 29 MB
  • Dimensions – 4.3 in x 2.2 in x 0.7 in
  • Weight – 4.8 oz

Compatibility Features

  • Device Supports Voice Plans – Yes
  • Available For Purchase Without Service Plan – Yes

Recommended Optional Plan Features

  • AT&T Voice Plan Options – Yes
  • AT&T Messaging Plan Options – Yes
  • AT&T GPS Plan Options – Yes
  • AT&T Web Plan Options – Yes
  • AT&T Video Share Plan Options – Yes
  • AT&T Mobile Backup Options – Yes
  • AT&T Web + GPS Plan Options – Yes

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