The Samsung ACE(TM) features a slim design, measuring just over a half-inch thick and weighing only 3.53 ounces. Made of lightweight magnesium that is both durable and fashionable, the Samsung ACE(TM) features ESPN's signature look and feel with a red and black keypad, complete with ESPN's trademark logo and unique numerical font style.
"The Samsung ACE from Mobile ESPN delivers the fastest sports information fans want on a slim, yet powerful cell phone," said Manish Jha, senior vice president and general manager, Mobile ESPN. "Samsung is a leader in quality, design and innovation. With custom features developed just for Mobile ESPN, together we'll deliver sports fans with the best in technology and content in a fashionable phone."
Peter Skarzynski, senior vice president, Samsung said, "The Samsung ACE(TM) is the perfect companion for Mobile ESPN. This versatile handset combines style with substance, and with broadband-like speeds, it is the ultimate phone for viewing high-quality video with stereo-quality sound."
The Samsung ACE's(TM) large QVGA display and stereo speakers are ideal for watching sports clips with full-motion video and rich sound quality. The user interface features easy-to-read icons that instantly link users to the Mobile ESPN sports application, downloads, digital camera features and messaging capabilities.
With the convenient "E" button located in the center of the keypad, users can launch their mobile sports experience with the touch of a button. This exclusive Mobile ESPN feature takes sports fans directly to their personalized sports content, including ESPN BottomLine scores and headlines; favorite teams and player statistics; Gamecast - a live, graphical game representation; customized Mobile ESPN video clips and game highlights; ESPN commentary and analysis; real-time scores; sports alerts and fantasy team management.
With the Samsung ACE(TM), sports enthusiasts will be free to cheer on their favorite teams, thanks to a high-quality speakerphone and built-in Bluetooth(R) wireless capability. The handset also includes enhanced voice recognition, voice memo and a personal calendar - ideal for meetings and reminders. -0- Key Features of the new Samsung ACE(TM) from Mobile ESPN include: -- One-Touch Personalized Access to: - Real-time scores, statistics and breaking news alerts - Interactive fantasy team management - Exclusive columns from Bill Simmons, John Clayton and more - High-quality contextual audio and video, including game highlights, analysis and reporting - ESPN Radio updates every 20 minutes - Daily SportsNation polls and trivia - Downloadable team logos, fight songs, ESPN The Magazine covers, ring tones and more -- 1.3 megapixel camera with built-in flash and digital zoom lens -- Camcorder which captures video in up to 30-second intervals -- Built-in Bluetooth(R) wireless capability -- Large, full-color QVGA Screen - Vibrant 1.8" x 1.4" main TFT display with 262K-colors -- Speakerphone -- High-speed data access -- EVDO Support -- Enhanced voice recognition -- MP3/AAC music player -- Built-in productivity tools, including task list and calendar
About Mobile ESPN
Mobile ESPN is a stand-alone, post-paid wireless carrier, offering voice and data services directly to consumers. Customer contracts, billing, care and all other systems and services are managed directly by ESPN.
Mobile ESPN wireless network voice and data services are provided on the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network. High-speed data services are available in the Sprint wireless high-speed data (EVDO) coverage areas. Where available, "EVDO" provides broadband-like download speeds, enabling extremely fast access to Mobile ESPN's sports content, Internet searching and certain downloads.
Mobile ESPN products and services are available at Best Buy, Sprint retail stores, select high quality independent wireless retailers at www.mobileespn.com or by calling 1-800-GET-ESPN. Visit MobileESPN.com for a retailer near you.
About Samsung Telecommunications America
Samsung Telecommunications America, L.P., a Dallas-based subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., researches, develops and markets wireless handsets and telecommunications products throughout North America. For more information, see STA's website at http://www.samsungmobileusa.com/.
About Samsung Electronics
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2005 parent company sales of US$56.7 billion and net income of US$7.5 billion. Employing approximately 128,000 people in over 90 offices in 51 countries, the company consists of five main business units: Digital Appliance Business, Digital Media Business, LCD Business, Semiconductor Business and Telecommunication Network Business. Recognized as one of the fastest growing global brands, Samsung Electronics is a leading producer of digital TVs, memory chips, mobile phones, and TFT-LCDs. For more information, please visit http://www.samsung.com/.
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