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Ericsson State-Of-The-Art PhoneOne phone does it all for Business Travelers
International travelers can now use a single mobile phone for voice calls
and data connections almost anywhere they travel. The I 888 World phone from Ericsson is a dual-band wireless phone
that operates on 1900 MHz GSM (Global System for Mobile) communications
networks in North and South America and 900 MHz GSM networks throughout much of
the world, including countries in Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle
East. Presently, the I 888 works in
more than 50 countries and 3,500 cities in North America on Omnipoint GSM
service, though the unit has the potential to operate in the 120 countries with
GSM networks. Speech, Fax and Data without Boundaries
The
I 888 delivers data-on-demand via a built-in infrared modem that connects to
most laptop computers, palmtops or PDAs. By using a single number anywhere in the world, the I 888 can reduce the
cost of placing calls, sending and receiving e-mails and surfing the Web while
roaming overseas and be an affordable alternative to hotel and calling card
charges for the same call. Yet, the I
888 offers the convenience of advanced digital wireless communications at home
as well as abroad. With
the I 888, international travelers don't need to buy, borrow or rent another
phone because of incompatible network frequencies. The I 888 automatically
scans for the nearest GSM 900 or 1900 network on initial power-up. Its infrared port eliminates the need for
extra cables. The phone comes with a
travel charger and five different plugs compatible with most voltage
requirements and socket styles around the world. Phone Book Management and Short Message Service
The
I 888 is sold with Ericsson's Mobile Office Suite software for Phone Book
Management and Short Message Service (SMS). The SMS application lets users send
text messages to one or several recipients, send text to a fax and as e-mail,
and edit, cut and paste between other applications. The software makes it possible to edit a phone book and create
new ones in the I 888's 99-number memory. The I 888 synchronizes with a computer, palmtop or other compatible
device running on Windows 95, Windows 98 and Windows CE to update phone book
entries. For computers without an
infrared port, connectivity is possible via a data cable accessory. Small, Sleek and Light
Small
enough to fit in a pocket, the I 888 weighs only 6.3 oz. (179g), measures
5.2x1.9” and an inch thick (132x48x26mm) and comes in slate blue. It has a hardtop keypad, a dual-band stub
antenna and a sturdy magnesium frame. Among
the I 888's other features are an active flip to answer and end calls
conveniently, a three-line display with date, clock and alarm, 24-language
menu, 15 ring types, side ringer and volume controls, and up to 6.7 hours of
talk/120 hours of standby time.* MSRP
$299.00. For information on where to
purchase the I 888 World, call Ericsson Customer Care at 1-800-ERICSSON
(1-800-374-2776), outside the U.S. 919-472-7908. The I 888 World is available with service from Omnipoint:
1-800-BUY-OMNI or www.omnipoint.com * With High Performance Battery NM 6120. More information on Ericsson/US is available at www.ericsson.com/us/consumer. Facts-at-a-Glance
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I 888 World roams
over 50 countries with a single number; accesses the Internet with built-in PC
card and infrared port