Tech Phone

Verizon Wireless has released the new Push-to-Talk mobile handset - the CDM8975 which will be available on March 9.. Developed by Personal Communications Devices, the CDM8975 sports a clamshell design and is packed with nifty features including a fast two-way communication. The CDM8975 provides users with quick access to Verizon Wireless’ Push to Talk service through EVDO Rev. A network.

Another nice feature of the CDM8975 is its support for VZ Navigator with audible turn-by-turn maps, directions, and data points that can business users in locating their offsite meeting locations easily and quickly. It also allows map sharing with their business contacts.

Other features of the CDM8975 include Bluetooth technology, a 1.3 megapixel camera with video capturing functionality, voice dialing, voice command, stereo speakers, internal antenna, medica center capability, V CAST Music with Rhapsody, V CAST Video, text messagin, enhanced message service, multimedia messaging service, T9 Predictive Text, Phonebook with up to 500 entries with multiple contacts, Push to Talk phonebook, expandable memory with optional microSD memory card support up to 8GB, web browser, customizable wallpaper, TTY/TDD-capable, and bilingual interface.

Most importantly, the Verizon Wireless CDM8975 will be available at an affordable price of $99.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate plus a two-year service agreement.