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Sprint PCS Introduces Samsung VM-A680 Video Phone
Posted: 27-Apr-2004 [Source: Sprint PCS]

[New VM-A680 records 15 second videos for emailing to friends and family using VGA camera at 640x480 pixels with auto focus and zoom capabilities, 65K colors, and features a unique movie light.]

Overland Park, KS and Dallas -- The Sprint PCS Vision Video Phone VM-A680 by Samsung features a movie light, audio and brightness controls, zoom, and personalization options, giving users creative control to produce 15-second videos that can be sent quickly and easily to friends and family. The phone's ultra-compact clamshell design, with its sleek titanium exterior and ergonomics, further underscores Samsung's leadership in developing devices that consumers truly desire.

Features of the Sprint PCS Vision Video Phone VM-A680 by Samsung include:

* Video Mail-capable: Enjoy taking and sharing 15-second video clips with your family and friends anywhere on the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network. Store them online, or send them to computers or other Sprint PCS Vision Video Phones.

* Video screen saver: Assign a downloaded or captured video to screensaver, and you can see that video play every time you open the phone.

* Built-In digital camera: Shoot digital pictures with the built-in VGA camera (640x480 pixels) that also features auto-focus lens and zoom capabilities. The VM-A680 by Samsung features a unique movie light, allowing a constant bright light to illuminate images.

* Picture Mail-capable: Take and capture pictures anytime and send them to family and friends instantly while on the enhanced Sprint Nationwide PCS Network. You can also attach a 10-second voice message and text message to your picture.

* Large Sprint PCS full-color screen: Vivid 1.8" main and 0.93" x 0.93" (20.5 mm x 20.5 mm) external color LCD. Both internal and external screens feature Samsung's best-in-class TFT technology and support 65K colors for crisp, clear reading and a rich, full-color experience.

* Wearable, Compact style: Clamshell 3.27" x 1.82" x 0.93" and only 3.35 ounces (95 g).

* Extended battery life: Standard rechargeable LiIon battery gives you up to 3.2 hours continuous talk and up to 9 days continuous standby time in digital mode; up to 1.4 hours continuous talk and up to 15 hours continuous standby time in analog mode. Extended rechargeable LiIon battery gives you up to 4.4 hours continuous talk and up to 12 days continuous standby time in digital mode; up to 2.2 hours continuous talk and up to 20 hours continuous standby time in analog mode.

* Customizable photo caller ID: Know who's calling you by linking downloaded images and photos to the contacts in your internal phone book.

* SMS text messaging: Instantly chat with friends, family, and co-workers -- virtually anytime, anywhere on your VM-A680 by Samsung.

* Voice-activated status and features powered by VoiceSignal: Simply say "status" and the phone will respond verbally with the current signal and battery strength. The phone number of the device can also be spoken through the speaker. Voice command function also allows you to record a voice memo.

* Internal phone book: Rolodex-style phone book allows entries with up to six phone numbers per entry, up to 300 total phone numbers and supports email, image, URL, customized ringer and more.

* Multiple languages: Supports English and limited Spanish menu navigation.

* Enhanced call log: Recalls 20 of the most recent outgoing, incoming and missed calls, for a total of 60 quickly accessible phone numbers.

* Personal organizer: Includes internal Phone Book Calendar, To-Do List, voice memo function, World Clock, Alarm, Countdown Timer, and Calculator.

* Airplane mode: The phone can be powered down independently of the display so games and applications can be used while the phone itself is turned off.

* Sprint PCS Game Pad accessory: Slide the VM-A680 by Samsung into this accessory (purchased separately) for an arcade-like experience.

* 2.5mm universal jack: Accommodates most standard headsets for hands-free operation.

* Dual-band/tri-mode: The VM-A680 by Samsung may be used on and while roaming off the enhanced Sprint Nationwide PCS Network.

* TTY compatible: Compatible with select TTY devices.

* Sprint PCS Vision capabilities: Messaging, Games, Ringers, Screen Savers, Web, Picture Mail, Video Mail.

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