Critic sorry man, but your wrong, at least we know one phone with reach US soil and grace us with its presense-the V600 with AT&T Wireless. There is SAID to be 8 phones in the new group of V-Series, 6 GSM and 2 CDMA. Maybe Verizon will get the V880 after all. By the way, I don't think Motorola would use "NATIONWIDE" for countries residing in Asia; but they might. The new portfolio is made up of 6 GSM models, the Motorola V878, model V690, model V303, model V500, model V300 and model V600, and 2 CDMA models, the Motorola V880 and model V875. They are expected to be in stores nationwide starting in early January. LAS VEGAS, Nev., January 7, 2004 – Today, at the 2004 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT), a global leader in wireless communications, and AT&T Wireless announced that the much anticipated Motorola V600 will make its US debut in the coming month at AT&T Wireless stores nationwide. Striking an exemplary balance between advanced technology and remarkable design, the Motorola V600 elevates the wireless experience with compelling Bluetooth solutions, video clip playback, an integrated camera with zoom and quad-band technology, all housed in a sophisticated clamshell design with metal exterior. "Just as the ground-breaking Motorola StarTAC and Motorola V60 were the coveted communications accessory of their time, the Motorola V600 is demanding similar attention for its elegant blend of design and technology," said Joe Woods, vice president of product operations for Motorola. “The new model V600 exemplifies our commitment to enriching consumers’ lives with compelling, easy to use wireless experiences -- sharing moments with photos and video, simplifying connections with Bluetooth wireless technology and globetrotting without missing a beat.” “The Motorola V600 brings advanced mobile solutions to consumers nationwide, giving them new easy-to-use wireless solutions that enhance various aspects of their lives,” said Ketan Kamdar, vice president of device development at AT&T Wireless. “When combined with AT&T Wireless’ mMode service, the model V600 becomes a truly powerful mobile partner, delivering the ultimate in sophisticated wireless communication as it provides access to unlimited information including news updates, restaurant listings and movie times.” The Motorola V600 offers consumers: • Freedom to roam: Quad-band technology, 850, 900, 1800 and 1900 GSM bands, allows for voice calls in 125 countries and data activity in 30 countries where roaming agreements are in place • An expression of individuality: Interchangeable metal covers and situational lighting • A new tool for sharing memories: Video clip playback, integrated camera with 4x zoom and Multi-Media Message Service (MMS) • Plenty of room to play: Java™ MIDP 2.0 technology and 5 MB of available memory The model V600 seamlessly connects with Motorola accessories with Bluetooth wireless technology such as the stylish Wireless Headset HS810, a CES Design and Innovation winner, and the Bluetooth Car Kit by Motorola.
The press release says nothing we didn't already know about the v600. (The actual release can be found at Moto's Mediacenter.) This particular press release also does not mention the other new vSeries phones, like Cingular's v400. If it were a full-range press release, it would. Take another look at this press release, which is where your second paragraph comes from. Then look at the headlines and by-line at the top: ...and now the last paragraph... Sorry, urboyJ, but it's clearly China they're talking about here.