Motorola puts pictures, colour, games, music and messaging in canadian hands with its feature-packed v300 phone
Stylish design and broad customization capabilities give young professionals the ultimate social instrument
Toronto, Canada (January 29, 2004) – Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT), a global leader in wireless communications, and Rogers Wireless, Canada’s leading wireless communications service provider, today introduced the model V300 phone – the latest visual communications masterpiece ideal for Canadian consumers. The Motorola V300 provides a complete mobile experience by packaging an integrated VGA camera with 4x zoom, 65K colour screen, MP3-quality ring tunes and messaging capabilities into a stylish and sporty clamshell design. In Canada, the V300 operates exclusively on the Rogers Wireless GSM/GPRS 850/900/1900MHz North American world network.
"Consumers who purchase the V300 are getting a high quality, feature-packed handset at a great price," said David Counsell, Director of Sales, Motorola Canada's Personal Communications Sector. "In addition to an easy user experience, the Motorola V300 has all the latest features, the most compelling of which are the MP3 and WAV file ring tunes, a built in speakerphone, and a camera with 4x zoom that allows you to take photos of your friends and attach images to the phonebook so that they appear when friends call."
Able to transmit at the 850 MHz bandwidth, the Motorola V300 is classified as a Power Class 4 phone where transmission takes place at the optimum signal level, even in poor conditions, resulting in the best possible voice quality. It is further complemented by the unique combination of frequencies at which it operates (850/900/1900MHz), making it one of the best roaming wireless phones available from Rogers Wireless.
“Rogers Wireless wants to help Canadians max out their enjoyment of the great outdoors this winter, so we’re thrilled to introduce the Motorola V300 wireless phone to support that kind of active lifestyle and let customers do more of what matters most,” stated Karen Webb, Vice President, Product Management and Marketing Plans, Rogers Wireless. “Introducing wireless devices that combine great style and innovation well ahead of the competition enables us to maintain a competitive edge.”
Capture the MotoMoment
Shape your mobile world in a MotoMoment with the model V300’s integrated
VGA-quality camera with 4x zoom, which invites consumers to capture moments immediately as pictures for viewing and for sending instantly to family and friends*. The model V300 features a large active display and brilliant up to 65,000 colour, encouraging users to tell their stories with words or with pictures or both. You can use the picture phonebook to attach a photo to each entry so you can always remember who’s who.*
Fun Time
For those who want to do more with their mobile than simply keep in touch, the Motorola V300 is ideal for keeping boredom at bay. Become a DJ and compose a personalized ring tune using the embedded MotoMixer to play on the mobile's multi-instrument speakers. When not in the mood for music, the model V300’s latest version of J2ME™ MIDP 2.0 makes it possible to download* new games with extra-sensory features such as colours, lights, sound and vibration. Eye-catching wallpapers and screensavers can also help personalize your handset. With 5 MB of memory to use, you can customize your model V300 to suit every mood.
More mobile than meets the eye
Don’t be fooled by the Motorola V300’s stylish appearance and nonstop fun. This mobile is also a powerful business assistant for the up-and-coming professional by adapting to the needs of the business traveler. The Rogers Wireless GSM/GPRS 850/900/1900MHz network offers two North American bandwidths, making for superb usability in North America; as well as the most widely available world band, enabling phone use in as many European countries as possible**. Traveling blues can be relieved with the compatible FM Stereo Radio Headset and MP3 Player accessories for mobile music anytime.
The detailed and user-friendly Personal Information Manager (PIM) and handy voice memo recorder help on-the-go users keep track of contacts and activities for business hours or after-hours. A speakerphone makes the model V300 a portable conference call centre. Combine all of that with a cool-looking soft touch housing and external caller ID, and the Motorola V300 delivers the fun, features and style consumers are demanding.
Pricing and Availability
The Motorola V300 sells for $199.99 on a two-year airtime plan from Rogers Wireless and is available for purchase at Rogers Wireless dealer and retail locations across Canada, or on-line at www.rogers.com. For further information about the Motorola V300, visit www.hellomoto.com.
All pricing is accurate as of January 29, 2004 and is subject to change
About Motorola
Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) is a global leader in wireless, broadband and automotive communications technologies that help make life smarter, safer, simpler, synchronized and fun. Sales in 2003 were $27.1 billion. Motorola creates innovative technological solutions that benefit people at home, at work and on the move. The company also is a progressive corporate citizen dedicated to operating ethically, protecting the environment and supporting the communities in which it does business. For more information: www.motorola.com.
About Rogers Wireless
Rogers Wireless Communications Inc. operates under the co-brand Rogers AT&T Wireless and has offices in Canadian cities from coast to coast. Rogers Wireless is Canada's leading wireless communications service provider, offering a complete range of wireless solutions including Digital PCS, cellular, advanced wireless data services, and one and two-way messaging services to a total of more than 4.0 million customers across the country. Rogers Wireless Communications Inc. (TSX: RCM.B; NYSE: RCN) is approximately 56% owned by Rogers Communications Inc., and approximately one-third owned by AT&T Wireless Services, Inc.
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For more information, please contact:
Aimee Lazarus
Hill and Knowlton Canada
416-413-4601
aimee.lazarus@hillandknowlton.ca
Liz Nolan
Motorola, Inc.
905-948-5403
Liz.Nolan@motorola.com
Suzanne McMeans
Rogers Wireless
416-935-7167
Suzanne.mcmeans@rci.rogers.com
*Network and subscription-dependent feature. Not available in all areas.
**GPRS data services are offered on a 'per-Operator' basis in countries where GPRS roaming is available.
MOTOROLA and the Stylized M Logo are registered in the US Patent & Trademark Office. All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners. Java and all other Java-based marks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the U.S. and other countries. ã Motorola, Inc. 2004
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