InfoSonics, Alcatel, and ELLE join forces to offer exclusive GlamPhone ELLE

Aug 9, 2006 10:26 GMT  ·  By

InfoSonics Corporation, one of the fastest growing distributors of wireless handsets in the United States and Latin America, announced that it is joining forces with ELLE Magazine and Alcatel, to provide customization and distribution services for the new GlamPhone ELLE in the United States. The ELLE branded phone will be marketed through a variety of ELLE advertising resources to target ELLE's loyal customer base of 4.8 million readers.

"With the success of the GlamPhone ELLE in other parts of the world, InfoSonics is pleased to bring this unique phone to consumers in the United States," said Michael Kropko, e-commerce manager of InfoSonics. "Customers will be able to purchase the GlamPhone ELLE exclusively online through http://www.glamphoneusa.com and continue to use their existing GSM carrier for service."

"A real fashion accessory, the limited edition GlamPhone ELLE by Alcatel lends a hint of seduction with its innovative design and feel," stated Mariane Guarnieri, Vice President of Licensing, of ELLE. "Consumers can choose from attractive red or black and it has features such as a reflective mirror-screen, a VGA camera, and an array of functions that reflect a woman's style and elegance, along with an exclusive ELLE necklace. This phone works on GSM technology and is compatible with all GSM carriers in the United States."