GreatCall(TM) Announces National Availability of Jitterbug(TM) Cellular Phones and Service.Providing Simplicity for Baby Boomers See generation X. and Their Parents DEL MAR Del Mar is the name of several places in the United States of America:
Dance variation of the two-step in which couples swing, balance, and twirl in standardized patterns to syncopated music in ⁴⁄₄ time. It originated in the U.S. in the mid 1930s and became internationally popular in the 1940s. Dial[TM] and Jitterbug OneTouch[TM] cellular phones and service that provide unprecedented simplicity. Jitterbug is targeted towards baby boomers and their parents and those who seek the freedom that cellular technology offers without the complexity of current handsets and services. Cellular phone users looking for Looking for In the context of general equities, this describing a buy interest in which a dealer is asked to offer stock, often involving a capital commitment. Antithesis of in touch with. a way to stay connected with friends and family via a simplified cell phone experience can now purchase the Jitterbug phones by calling 1-800-550-6649 or online at www.jitterbug.com. "GreatCall is finally bringing simplicity to the wireless revolution in America; Jitterbug will be life-enhancing for our customers," said Arlene Harris, CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. and co-founder of GreatCall. "In the early days, cell phones were easy to use. As cellular went digital, great new things started to happen. But all this new technology has left a very large segment of the population behind - these are the people we're proud to be innovating for," said Harris. Jitterbug has been developed for people who want convenience and safety but have become frustrated by overly complicated cell phones and service plans. Both phones have an elegant style, yet are sturdy and comfortable to hold and every service detail has been simplified. A recent survey by Telephia found that 31% of American respondents aged 55+ stated that a phone's most important feature was its ability to make and receive calls simply. In an answer to that need, GreatCall now offers the Jitterbug Dial and Jitterbug OneTouch. Both phones feature larger buttons, easy-to-read text, a comfortable ergonomic ergonomic - Concerning ergonomics or exhibitting good ergonimics. shape and an ear cushion for better sound quality. There's even a dial tone to confirm service. Jitterbug personalized services include an easy way to retrieve messages, a live, friendly operator for call-related support and toll free secure access to a personal phone list from any phone. Additionally, GreatCall offers a variety of service plans to accommodate any budget with plans starting as low as $10.00 per month. Jitterbug phones retail for $147.00, or 3 easy payments of $49.00. "Baby boomers don't need 'dumbed down' products, they are an educated group of consumers that simply want products that function as they were intended to," said Dr. Mary Furlong furlong: see English units of measurement. , a leading authority on the baby boomer baby boomer also ba·by-boom·er n. A member of a baby-boom generation. Noun 1. baby boomer - a member of the baby boom generation in the 1950s; "they expanded the schools for a generation of baby boomers" boomer generation and CEO of Mary Furlong & Associates. "Our research has shown that new technologies would greatly enhance the quality of life to boomers and their parents if the user experience was a top priority. GreatCall has done just that." "Until recently, baby boomers and mature consumers have been somewhat left out of the 'tech' picture as far as products being designed specifically with their needs in mind," said Jim Miller Jim Miller may refer to any of the following individuals:
The GreatCall and Samsung Collaboration: Commitment to Simplicity The GreatCall relationship is a key example of Samsung's strategy of working with its customers to understand the needs of each distinct segment of mobile phone users and then to use the most sophisticated technology to create devices and an experience to fit those needs. GreatCall approached Samsung to design the Jitterbug handset because Arlene Harris and Marty Cooper found that Samsung was uniquely qualified with the necessary sophisticated technology and the visionary leadership needed to participate in the creation of a total service experience. In return, Samsung saw the opportunity to go beyond simple handset design to achieve a larger goal of serving an entire "well-being" role for baby boomers and their aging parents. "Samsung continuously strives to develop products that exceed our consumers' expectations by developing innovative and quality handsets that enhance their overall lifestyle," said Kitae Lee, President of Samsung's Telecommunications Business. "The launch of the Jitterbug is an excellent example of how Samsung can use its technology leadership to better serve consumers and partners like GreatCall that are providing an invaluable service." Jitterbug Dial and Jitterbug OneTouch - Designed for Simplicity and Elegance Jitterbug Dial Offers the conventional 12-button keypad A small keyboard or supplementary keyboard keys; for example, the keys on a calculator or the number/cursor cluster on a computer keyboard. See programmable keypad. . Ideal for users who want an easy-to-use mobile phone to dial direct and keep in touch. * Large, backlit An LCD screen that has its own light source from the back of the screen, making the background brighter and characters appear sharper. and bright easy-to-see buttons * Full keypad for dialing yourself * An easy-to-access personal phone list for calling direct * Soft ear cushion and hearing aid compatible for better sound quality * Simple "yes" and "no" action buttons - no confusing icons * Press "0" to reach a live Jitterbug operator who answers by name * Helpful onscreen on·screen or on-screen adj. & adv. 1. As shown on a movie, television, or display screen. 2. Within public view; in public. hints * Large text on screen Jitterbug OneTouch A smart choice for those who want the security of having a cell phone in their car, purse or pocket for an emergency. Especially useful for low usage, safety-oriented users, older or disabled consumers. * Press Operator to reach a live Jitterbug operator who answers by name * A middle direct dial button is personalized for you with your home number, tow service, or in-case-of emergency number * One touch access to 911 services * An easy-to-access personal phone list for calling direct * Large back-lit and bright easy-to-see buttons * Soft ear cushion and hearing aid compatible for better sound quality * Helpful onscreen hints * Simple "yes" and "no" action buttons - no confusing icons Specifications * Tri-Mode: 850/1900 CDMA/AMPS * 65K color display, 160 x 128 pixel * Multilingual text display: English, French, Spanish * Speakerphone * 5 Polyphonic The ability to play back some number of musical notes simultaneously. For example, 16-voice polyphony means a total of 16 notes, or waveforms, can be played concurrently. ring tones Pricing and Availability Jitterbug pricing is simple and intuitive. Both the Jitterbug Dial and Jitterbug OneTouch are priced at $147.00 or three easy payments of $49.00. Consumers simply choose their phone, their service plan based on how many minutes of talk time they plan to use, and whether they want the convenience of paying monthly or one time a year (for which they get a 20% discount on the price of the phone.) Phones are immediately available through 1-800-550-6649 and at www.jitterbug.com. GreatCall also offers a variety of optional accessories that are designed to work with Jitterbug phones: * Hands-free Car Cradle * Car Power Charger * Emergency Battery * Extra Handset Battery (Standard Lithium Ion A rechargeable battery technology introduced in 1991 that provides greater charge per pound than nickel metal hydride. In 1993, Toshiba introduced the first notebook in the U.S. with a Li-ion battery. ) * Extra AC Battery Charger * Leather Case About GreatCall GreatCall was founded by Arlene Harris, 45 year veteran in wireless and creator of the highly regarded SOS SOS, code letters of the international distress signal. The signal is expressed in International Morse code as … — — — … (three dots, three dashes, three dots). emergency phone and Martin Cooper Martin Cooper (born December 26, 1926 in Chicago) is considered the father of the cell phone (as distinct from the car phone). [1] Cooper is the CEO and founder of ArrayComm, a company that works on researching smart antenna technology and improving wireless networks, , inventor and father of the first portable cellular phone. GreatCall's vision is to connect people with family and friends when they are away from home by providing a simple phone and personalized service that works the way they want it to. The company's support and systems are centered on simplicity, personalization and an emphasis on convenience and comfort. GreatCall is located in Del Mar, CA. For more information, please visit www.jitterbug.com About Samsung Telecommunications America Samsung Telecommunications America, L.P., a Dallas-based subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Samsung Electronics (SEC, Hangul:삼성전자; KSE: 005930, KSE: 005935, LSE: SMSN, LSE: SMSD) is a South Korean multinational corporation and the world's largest and leading electronics and information technology company. Co., Ltd., researches, develops and markets wireless handsets and telecommunications products throughout North America North America, third largest continent (1990 est. pop. 365,000,000), c.9,400,000 sq mi (24,346,000 sq km), the northern of the two continents of the Western Hemisphere. . For more information, see STA's website at www.samsungwireless.com. About Samsung Electronics Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence In the days of the first computers, transaction and company data were the first types of information digitized. Then came text, opening the world to word processing, followed by audio CDs and finally video. 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 Any apparatus controlled by a computer. It may refer to an actual household appliance (coffee maker, toaster, etc.) that is computerized, but often refers to a handheld device such as a pager, cellphone or PDA. See Internet 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 www.samsung.com. |
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