Verizon Wireless today announced the Motorola RIZR Z6tv, a slider phone equipped with VCAST Mobile TV, VCAST Music and Video, available on October 5.

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The RIZR Z6tv provides entertainment lovers 24-hour access to broadcast-quality full-length TV shows through VCAST Mobile TV. VCAST Mobile TV offers programming for TV viewers including the "Late Show with David Letterman," "24" and "Dora the Explorer." The service offers live shows and mobile television content from CBS Mobile, Comedy Central, ESPN Mobile TV, Fox Mobile, MTV, NBC 2GO, NBC News2GO, and Nickelodeon. VCAST Mobile TV customers can enjoy fast channel surfing, view upcoming programs on the program guide and access parental control features.

Beyond VCAST Mobile TV, the RIZR Z6tv can access Get It Now applications, such as VZ Navigator which helps customers access location information to more than 14 million points of interest. For customers who are musically inclined, VCAST Music is sure to keep customers connected to their favorite music while on-the-go, allowing them to enjoy over-the-air full-track downloads from a library of more than 2.1 million songs. The RIZR Z6tv is also equipped with Bluetooth stereo headset support for music, creating a wireless mobile music experience. Other features of the RIZR Z6tv include:

- Integrated digital audio player and support of MP3 and WMA music files
- Built-in 2.0-megapixel camera with video capture and playback
- Landscape and portrait modes available for TV, video or camera capture
- Location-based services-capable
- Text, picture and video messaging capabilities
- Display: 2.0-inch 240 x 320 px TFT (65K-colors)
- Memory: Over 50 MB internal and optional external microSD expansion slot
- 2.5mm headset jack
- Weight: 3.7 ounces
- Battery: 940 mAh

The Motorola RIZR Z6tv will be available on Friday, October 5 for $179.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate and new two-year customer agreement.

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