Verizon Wireless CDM-8975 Push-to-Talk Clamshell Launched

By Allen Tsai | Mon Feb 23, 2009 10:12 am

Verizon Wireless today launched the CDM-8975, a push-to-talk clamshell with 3G high-speed Internet access.

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Verizon Wireless CDM-8975

Packaged in an industrial clamshell design, the handset offers fast two-way communication through Verizon Wireless' push-to-talk network.

Users can access the Internet through high-speed Evolution-Data Optimized (EV-DO) Revision A (Rev. A) network.

The CDM-8975 also supports VZ Navigator with access to audible turn-by-turn maps, directions and millions of data points that can help customers find locations.

The phone supports Bluetooth technology, a 1.3-megapixel digital camera with video recording capabilities, voice commands, voice activated dialing and a stereo speaker.

Customers can stay entertained with VCAST Music with Rhapsody and VCAST Video services.

The Verizon Wireless CDM-8975 is available through business sales channels today for $100 after a $50 mail-in rebate and a new two-year customer agreement. It will be available online and in stores beginning March 9.

- Verizon Wireless CDM-8975 Specs

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