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Networking technology manufacturer D-Link this week introduced V-CLICK, a new line of unlocked, GSM/WiFi (News - Alert) phones. The devices will allow users to switch between cellular and WiFi networks with the click of a button. The company plans to ship the first models during the first quarter of next year.

 

The devices will feature tri-band GSM (900/1800/1900 Mhz) and 802.11 WiFi (2.4Ghz) access. Users will be able to access GSM by simply sliding a cellular service provider's SIM Smartcard or chip into the device. The SIM Smartcard or chip can also be used to carry phone numbers and address books.

 

The V-CLICK also features a button that lets users automatically activate the WiFi connection feature to access Internet telephony via Opera Mobile, a browser for mobile devices to access WiFi hot spots, Web browsing and e-mail.

 

The device is “unlocked,” which enables customers to purchase it and use their SIMs and pre-paid SIMs from traditional GSM cellular service providers anywhere in the world.

 

“We view the V-CLICK phone model as the ideal way for us to meet the ever-increasing demand from both consumers and business for a mobile device that allows for easy transition from wide-reaching cellular services to the much faster WiFi and more affordable VoIP technologies,” said Steven Joe, president and CEO of D-Link Systems in a statement on Tuesday.

 

Joe added: “The market for dual-mode phones looks very promising, and the more than 10 years we've had in researching and developing 802.11 wireless and VoIP technologies make this a natural extension of our product offerings.”

 

The devices are black and measure h 4.17”, w 1.73", d .75”. The company plans to release the products in additional colors in the future. The devices have a two-inch (176x220 pixels) bright color screen. V-CLICK's manufacturer's suggested retail price is expected to be $599.99.

 

D-Link

 

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