Motorola i850: A Feature-Rich Camera Phone for the Modern User

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The Motorola i850 is a cutting-edge camera phone that seamlessly combines advanced communication features with a compact and sleek design. Announced by Nextel Communications Inc. and Motorola Inc. on July 12, the phone caters to both business and personal users, offering a range of innovative features such as Nationwide Direct Connect, Group Connect, and Direct Talk. With its integrated 310K digital camera, Nextel Multimedia Messaging service, and pre-installed and downloadable Java applications, the Motorola i850 is poised to revolutionize the way users stay connected and entertained.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Motorola i850 features five distinct ways to communicate, including Nationwide Direct Connect, Group Connect, Direct Talk, Nextel Direct Send, and Multimedia Messaging.
  • The phone's Group Connect service enables group walkie-talkie conversations with up to 21 participants nationwide, and groups can be directly set up on the handset within seconds.
  • The Direct Talk service allows walkie-talkie communications in areas without network coverage within a range of up to six miles, depending on specific conditions such as terrain.
  • The Motorola i850 features an integrated 310K digital camera with advanced settings for lighting, picture quality, and picture size, making it a versatile device for both communication and entertainment.
  • The phone is available through all Nextel distribution channels, including retail stores, at a price of $224.99, with a two-year service agreement, new activation, and credit approval.
  • Nextel Communications, a FORTUNE 200 company, is a leading provider of fully integrated wireless communications services, serving 297 of the top 300 U.S. markets and covering thousands of communities across the United States.

Statistics:

  • The Motorola i850 features a range of 5 distinct communication modes.
  • The Group Connect service allows up to 21 participants nationwide.
  • The Direct Talk service allows walkie-talkie communications in areas without network coverage within up to 6 miles.
  • The phone features an integrated 310K digital camera.
  • The Motorola i850 is available through all Nextel distribution channels, including retail stores, at a price of $224.99.
  • Nextel Communications serves 297 of the top 300 U.S. markets, covering thousands of communities across the United States.

Sources:

  • Nextel Communications Inc.
  • Motorola Inc.
  • PRNewswire-FirstCall
  • Fortune 200 Companies Directory
  • Nextel Partners, Inc.
  • Motorola website (http://www.motorola.com/)
  • Nextel website (http://www.nextel.com/)
  • Fortune magazine.