i-mate launches JAQ3 and PDAL phones for American market i-mate announced at CES Las Vegas that the i-mate JAQ3 and the i-mate PDAL are now available for distribution in the U.S., Latin America and Canada. Both devices will be available to consumers by the end of January through authorized resellers and carriers throughout the region.

Both devices have GPRS, EDGE and Wi-Fi connectivity for excellent data download rates and a truly satisfying Microsoft Direct Push Email experience that extends to attachments for real-time viewing and editing of work documents.

Commenting on the launch of both devices, Hector Lopez C., Director of Sales for the Americas at i-mate, said:" The i-mate JAQ3 and PDAL are both ideal for busy professionals who want to benefit from the familiar functionality of Windows Mobile and high versatility of Wi-Fi connectivity at an attractive price. All i-mate devices come with multi-lingual 24/7 support via www.clubimate.com, and built-in i-mate Suite, our device management and file sharing solution that provides IT support, safeguards data and allows secure access and information transfers while on the go."

In line with the strategy of offering more mid-range Windows Mobile devices that appeal to a wider audience, the JAQ3 and PDAL both deliver the familiar applications of Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 for Pocket PC. Designed with user preferences in mind, the JAQ3 is a dedicated messaging device with a full QWERTY keyboard, five direction-control buttons and scroll wheel that allow for easy navigation and use of services including email. Furthermore, the landscape 2.4" color touch-screen supports the use of the stylus as an increasingly popular means of accessing and writing email and messages. The device also includes Wi-Fi capability for faster data transfer and a 2.0 Mega Pixel camera.

The i-mate PDAL is the latest model in i-mate's classic PDA range and offers great stylus functionality in a stylish and compact Windows Mobile Pocket PC. The PDAL is one of the lightest PDA's on the market and features a 5-way navigation button and portrait/landscape orientation for users' viewing preference. Presented in a sleek black and silver casing, with stylishly curved corners, the PDAL delivers a satisfying experience from its resilient and spacious touch screen.

As all other i-mate devices, the JAQ3 and PDAL enjoy the benefits of Window Mobile 5.0 Pocket PC including Windows Mobile Direct Push Email, Hotmail and MSN Messenger access, Microsoft Office Mobile, Windows Media Player Mobile and Internet Explorer Mobile. Club i-mate value added services and 24/7 customer support at www.clubimate.com include the latest in interactive games, software upgrades and online support to help our customers get the most of their i-mate Windows Mobile device.

i-mate JAQ3 Features:

* Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 Pocket PC AKU 3.2
* GSM / GPRS/ EDGE Quad Band
* Multi-language support
* 64MB RAM / 128 MB ROM
* QWERTY keyboard
* Scroll wheel
* 5-way navigator pad
* 2.4" color TFT LCD touch screen
* 2.0 Mega pixel camera
* Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
* Stereo Bluetooth 1.2
* Direct Push Technology – Push Email

i-mate PDAL Features:

* Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 Pocket PC AKU 3.2
* GSM / GPRS/ EDGE Quad Band
* Multi-language support
* 64MB RAM / 128 MB ROM
* QWERTY keyboard
* 2.4" color TFT LCD touch screen
* 2.0 Mega pixel camera
* Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
* Stereo Bluetooth 1.2
* Direct Push Technology – Push Email
* Microsoft Direct Push Technology requires Exchange 2003 Server with Service Pack 2.