Sprint Nextel and Motorola release Motorola i580

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Sprint Nextel and Motorola announced availability of the Motorola i580, a new ruggedized, stylish and fully equipped handset. The i580 is the only iDEN rugged phone in the industry to feature an embedded camera and the first with a clam form factor to include Bluetooth wireless technology. The i580 is also the first rugged iDEN clam phone designed to meet military specification 810 F for rain resistance, as well as for dust, shock and vibration. The phone's durable design and easy-grip rubber exterior can withstand even the toughest day on the job or the most demanding outdoor activities for those who enjoy an active lifestyle.

The Motorola i580 provides Sprint's unmatched Nextel Walkie-Talkie capabilities, allowing for instant one-on-one, group and off-network communication with the touch of a button. The most complete ruggedized phone yet, the i580 contains notable features such as:

* 1.3 megapixel digital camera with video record functionality - the i580 is the first ruggedized iDEN clam style handset to offer an integrated 1.3 megapixel digital camera, producing high-quality images, a self-timer, up to 4X digital zoom and an LED light that can light up an image in a range up to 2 feet in low light conditions.
* Removable micro SD card slot - Store images, MP3 files, and video to removable micro SD memory cards. 64MB card included.
* Bluetooth
* GPS support - Get step-by-step driving directions, trip planning and more when you add GPS-based applications like TeleNav, MapQuest FindMe and Trimble Outdoors.
* Large, internal color display
* Support for advanced walkie-talkie capabilities including Direct Send(TM) contacts and pictures.
* Messaging services - send or receive multimedia and/or text and voice messages.
* Front ported audio support - equipped with dual, frontal speakers

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