14 DAY TRIAL // Mobile phone maker Motorola has just announced the launch of a new product running under Microsoft's Windows Mobile 6.5.3 operating system, namely the ES400 global Enterprise Digital Assistant (EDA). According to the company, the fresh device comes to the market with integrated voice and data capabilities that should prove a great option for mobile professionals by enabling them to benefit from the information and interaction they need in their operations.
ES400’s combination of mobile computing with push-to-talk capabilities in a lightweight design should bring various benefits for enterprise managers and workers. The gadget is the smallest and lightest EDA in Motorola’s portfolio, while including a nice range of appealing features, including the Motorola Enterprise User Interface (MEUI), one button push-to-scan, broad WLAN functionality, or enterprise-class security.
The features list of the new handset also includes: - Large, super-bright, three-inch VGA screen (750 NITS – nearly twice as bright as consumer devices for usage indoors and outdoors) plus integrated keyboard. - Easy and accurate input with stylus and touch-screen allowing signature capture that is often necessary for completing field tasks. - Standard battery power to endure full shifts in nearly any work environment. An extended-life battery is also available. - Durable construction to withstand dust, drops and bumps occurring every business day. Meets MIL-STD 810G drop specifications leading to lower total cost of ownership.
The specifications list of the fresh handheld feature a QWERTY keyboard, microSD memory card slot with support for up to 32GB of additional storage space, a 600 MHz, ARM 11 processor, MSM 7627, coupled with 256MB of RAM and 1GB of internal memory, support for 802.11 a/b/g and Bluetooth connectivity, 3-axis accelerometer, Speakerphone, 3.2-megapixel photo snapper with video recording capabilities, a 1540mAh battery that can offer up to 6 hours of talk time or up to 250 hours of standby time. The gadget measures 5.08 x 2.38 x 0.67 inches and weighs in at 5.5 oz/156 g with a standard battery inside.
“This device was built with the business user in mind; with its compact size and advanced applications leveraging the Sprint 3G network, Motorola’s ES400 is a breakthrough enterprise-class device that can meet the needs of business users who are constantly seeking ways to boost individual and team productivity,” said Danny Bowman, president – Integrated Solutions Group, Sprint. “Sprint is ideally positioned to offer enterprise customers tools uniquely suited to meet their needs, and continues to build a reputation as an industry leader among business customers searching for cost-effective wireless devices and applications.”
The new Motorola ES400 EDA is set to become available for purchase later during the ongoing year via the Motorola EMS sales team, Sprint and members of the PartnerEmpower channel program, the handset vendor announced. Additional info on the device can be found here.