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1/10/08 - DUALSIM^TM Mobile Launch

For years consumers have been restricted by Telcos on how they use mobile phones and what type of mobiles are available to them. One such phone is starting to make a noise on the electronics consumer markets. DUALSIM^TM phones are not a new concept; people who carry two phones around for various reasons may have used adaptors in the past to circumvent the carrying 2 phones. Now consumers have a choice with the launch of a DUALSIM^TM phone in Australia.

The New DUALSIM^TM sports a pair of GSM antennas inside its stylish body with all the radio circuitry needed to connect the device with two different (or same) phone networks. The unit is available in a stylish CANDY BAR outfit.

When first turned on you get the chance to register BOTH SIM cards to there respective networks, 1 SIM Card only mode or turn off both and use the unit in FLIGHT MODE. Flight mode is handy for those of us who fly frequently allowing you to use the multimedia functions without compromising the aircrafts communications equipment.

The front of the phone is dominated by the large 2.4 inch screen, it's crisp and clear, exactly what you would expect from this type of phone. The most notable addition to the front of the keypad is 2 buttons, "GSM 1" and "GSM 2" this is the heart and soul of the phone. Quite simply, this phones does everything that other phones can do, except it does it 2x better.

The screen displays both network signals on the top left and right side of the screen and the networks names below this. Quite handy when your struggling to find reception in a black spot for a particular network, with the DUALSIM^TM you have the advantage of being covered by two networks simultaneously.

The phones software has integrated the phonebooks and call registers togethers, find who called you last and on which phone number is a breeze. SMS Text messages are also managed in this simple yet effective manner.

The back of the handset sports a 2mp camera and a loud speaker for hands free calling or playing music through the built in MP3 Player. The memory capacity is impressive for this class of phone and comes with a standard 1GB mini SD Card, that's about 250 songs together with a space for 530 SMS Text Messages, 100 Call History and 1,000 Phone Contacts.

The smooth curved lines means the shape slips into and out of that top jean pocket easily.

Using the DUALSIM^TM is a breeze, simply dial the number or look up the details in the phone book, then press GSM 1 or GSM 2 to dial out on your preferred network. If an incoming call arrives on the SIM card not being used, you can switch to the second call without hanging up the 1st call, then back again when you desire.

Despite the extra circuitry needed to run 2 sim cards, the battery life on the DUALSIM^TM is exceptional. 180hrs standby and 3hrs talk time with BLUETOOTH Capabilities.

If you're the type who carries two phones for work/personal or to take advantage of discounted tariffs between carriers or simply to stay in touch, the DUALSIM^TM concept is for you.

It's amazing that no company in Australia has introduced a DUALSIM^TM phone, only smaller wholesalers not associated with the BIG Telco's are willing to get into this innovative area.

DUALSIM^TM phones are available from selected phone and electronics retailers or online via www.dualsim.com.au