HONG KONG, June 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- palmOne, Inc. (Nasdaq: PLMO)
today announced that the award-winning Treo (TM) 650 smartphone is tested and
available in Hong Kong on CSL's GSM and EDGE (Enhanced Data for Global
Evolution) networks.(1)
"The Treo 650 smartphone provides CSL customers with increased mobility
and a way to simplify their business and personal lives with an all-in-one
device," said Paul Blinkhorn, vice president for palmOne Asia Pacific.
"Whether it's reviewing email, viewing a presentation or simply making a
conference call, the Treo 650 smartphone lets busy people manage the critical
components of their lives while out of the office."(2)
The quad-band-capable Treo 650 on CSL's network brings quality GSM data
network capabilities and voice clarity to users. With CSL's commercial EDGE
network, customers using the Treo 650 have access to mobile multimedia
services at higher speeds, providing them an enhanced user experience.
About the Treo 650 Smartphone from palmOne, Inc.
Building on the award-winning Treo 600 design, the new Treo 650 smartphone
from palmOne makes it easier than ever for mobile professionals to stay
connected. By combining a compact, full-featured mobile phone with email, an
organizer, messaging and web access,(2) the Treo 650 lets users organize and
simplify their business and personal lives all in one place. The Treo 650
offers integrated Bluetooth(R) technology, a higher-resolution screen,
multimedia capabilities, a removable battery, non-volatile memory, an improved
QWERTY backlit keyboard, and support for direct corporate email access to
Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 using VersaMail(R) email software.(3) More
information can be found at www.palmOne.com/Treo650.
About CSL
CSL is a pioneer in the mobile communications market in Hong Kong.
Combining technical and engineering excellence with an in-depth understanding
of the mobile market, it translates leading-edge technologies into
customer-focused solutions that meet the needs of different market segments.
Having launched its mobile services early in 1983, CSL today operates a
world-class GSM/WCDMA network. CSL also offers comprehensive pre-paid mobile
services and wide international roaming coverage of over 230 destinations
around the world.
More information about CSL is available at
http://www.hkcsl.com/main.html .
About palmOne, Inc.
palmOne, Inc. -- a leader in mobile computing -- strives to put the power
of computing in people's hands so they can access and share their most
important information. The company's products include Treo(TM) smartphones,
the LifeDrive(TM) mobile manager, Tungsten(TM) and Zire(TM) handhelds, and
software and accessories.
palmOne products are sold through select retail, reseller and wireless
operator channels throughout the world.
More information about palmOne, Inc. is available at
http://palmone.com/hk/ie/ .
(1) EDGE service not available in all areas. Please see service coverage
map for details.
(2) Within wireless service coverage area only. Email, messaging and web
access requires data services from a mobile service provider at an
additional cost.
(3) Requires Exchange Server 2003 and access enabled by IT administrator.
NOTE: palmOne, LifeDrive, Zire, Tungsten, Treo and VersaMail are among
the trademarks or registered trademarks owned by or licensed to palmOne, Inc.
The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any
use of such marks by palmOne, Inc. is under license. All other brand and
product names are or may be trademarks of, and are used to identify products
or services of, their respective owners.
SOURCE palmOne, Inc.
06/24/2005
CONTACT: Jimmy Johnson, media relations, +1-408-503-2771, or
jimmy.johnson@palmone.com, or Sandy O'Halloran, investor relations,
+1-408-503-7405, or sandy.ohalloran@palmOne.com, both of palmOne, Inc.
Web site: http://www.palmone.com