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Windows Mobile 5 Pocket PC phone goes JAMin
Jan. 31, 2006

i-mate has launched a successor to its JAM Pocket PC phone. The JAMin comes in the same compact form-factor as its predecessor, but features "significant improvements" including quad-band GPRS/EDGE capability, built-in WiFi, a 2 Mpixel camera, and Windows Mobile 5.0, according to the company.

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The JAMin has a non-slip black casing for extra grip, and an enhanced keypad design for improved one-handed navigation, according to i-mate. The quad-band Pocket PC phone boasts built-in WiFI, Bluetooth, and IrDA connectivity, and also provides an SDIO/MMC slot for convenient expansion. The integrated 2 Mpixel camera includes a macro mode for close-up shots and can also function as a camcorder.

The device features MP3 player, voice recorder, and speakerphone functions. It also comes with Computer Associates eTrust antivirus software.

i-mate lists the following key features and specifications for the JAMin:
  • Processor -- 200 MHz TI OMAP 850
  • Memory -- 64 MB RAM, 128 MB Flash
  • Display -- 2.8-inch QVGA (240 x 320) TFT transflective LCD with touchscreen
  • Expansion -- SDIO/MMC card slot
  • Wireless:
    • Quad band (800/900/1800/1900) GSM/EDGE
    • 802.11b/g WiFi
    • Bluetooth
      • V 2.0 supported without EDR
      • Class 2 transmit power
    • IrDA
  • Audio:
    • built-in microphone
    • dual speakers
    • sampling rate -- 16 bits at 8, 11, 22, or 44.1 kHz
    • codec -- AMR/AAC/WAV/WMA/MP3
  • Camera -- 2 Mpixel CMOS with preview mirror
  • Operating system -- Windows Mobile 5.0 Pocket PC Phone Edition
  • Dimensions -- 4.25 x 2.28 x 0.72 inches (108 x 58 x 18.2 mm)
  • Weight -- 150 g with battery pack
i-mate CEO Jim Morrison, said, "We have taken into consideration the requirements of our clientele which includes the global traveler who is constantly looking for mobile devices to deliver on speedy connectivity and using the device with one hand. The new i-mate JAMin delivers on all these fronts, proving to be a true world mobile device."



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