AT&T Introduces Voice Modem Solution for Traveling Professionals

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AT&T Global Information Solutions has introduced a voice modem kit that transforms its line of Globalyst notebook computers into complete traveling business communications centers. The kit includes a PCMCIA voice/fax/data modem, supporting software, and a telephone handset, enabling users to record voice memos, connect to standard phone lines, and receive and store voice and electronic mail. The solution also includes Delrina WinFax Lite(TM) 4.0 with Voice Messaging, which organizes incoming voice and fax messages and allows users to take their full voice mail with them.

Key Takeaways:

  • The AT&T Voice Modem Solution is a PCMCIA voice/fax/data modem kit that costs $200 (list) and is available through direct and indirect sales channels.
  • The kit includes a Type II Voice/Fax/Data 14.4 kbps PCMCIA modem card that connects to a standard phone line and distinguishes between incoming voice and fax calls.
  • The Delrina WinFax Lite(TM) 4.0 with Voice Messaging software enables users to receive voice and fax messages on their notebooks, listen to messages through business audio, or use a telephone handset.
  • The solution includes a telephone emulation feature that turns the modem into a telephone dialer, providing computerized phone book capabilities and up to 20 speed dial numbers.
  • The AT&T Voice Modem Solution is available for the AT&T Globalyst 130, 200S, and 250P notebook computers.
  • The Globalyst 130 notebook weighs 5 lbs and uses an Intel(R) SL-enhanced i486DX4 75MHz processor.
  • AT&T Global Information Solutions is a leading manufacturer of the award-winning Globalyst PC family, which ranges from laptops to PC servers.

Statistics:

  • The AT&T Voice Modem Solution kit costs $200 (list).
  • The solution includes Type II Voice/Fax/Data 14.4 kbps PCMCIA modem card.
  • The Delrina WinFax Lite(TM) 4.0 with Voice Messaging software allows users to record and play back up to 20 memos.
  • The telephone emulation feature of the modem can store up to 20 speed dial numbers.
  • The Globalyst 130 notebook weighs 5 lbs.

Sources:

  • AT&T Global Information Solutions press release, August 7, 1995.
  • AT&T Corporate trademark information.
  • Intel Corp. trademark information.
  • Delrina Corp. trademark information.
  • AT&T Global Information Solutions, 1529 Brown Street, EMD-4, Dayton, OH 45479. Phone: 800-447-1124.