AT&T released few technical specifications for the Blackjack II, but the device is obviously intended as an upgrade to the popular
Blackjack. Like the new model, the earlier phone ran Windows Mobile and featured a distinctive design with a central jog wheel.
Wireless LAN capability was lacking on the Blackjack, and that apparently is missing on the Blackjack II as well, since it is not touted by AT&T. However, the device does include Stereo Bluetooth 2.0 capability.
AT&T's Blackjack II is offered in black and redAccording to AT&T, the Blackjack II is a "world phone" with tri-band 3G UMTS/HSDPA and quad-band EDGE/GPRS capabilities. As examples of countries where it can operate, the company cites Japan, South Korea, and China.
Comparing the device to the original Blackjack, AT&T cites the following enhancements:
- Significant improvement in the standard battery capacity to get you through the day
- 2.0-megapixel camera with video-capture capabilities
- Increased standard memory
- Louder and clearer speakerphone
- Slightly larger 2.4-inch display
- GPS functionality, including Telenav maps and Navigator software
The Blackjack II runs the standard edition of Windows Mobile 6. To this, AT&T says it has added an embedded mobile instant messenger that supports Yahoo, AOL, and Windows live. The device also includes AT&T's video and music streaming service, plus an RSS reader.
The Blackjack II also supports AT&T's video share calling feature. Said to be the first application to use the company's IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) platform, this enables a one-way live streaming video feed to be seen by both parties in a two-way conversation. Users can also switch the direction of the video feed during a call, the company says.
Available at the end of the year, the BlackJack II will cost approximately $150 with a two-year contract. More information may be found on AT&T's website,
here.
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