Business alternatives to the iPhone

Technology to help business travellers work on the move is progressing rapidly, and the launch of the new 3G iPhone is likely to push the trend even further. With this in mind, Oliver Chivers, Head of Business Marketing at T-Mobile UK, suggests some alternative business devices to catch the eye of those who want to make the most of working on the move, without leaping on the iPhone bandwagon.

1) T-Mobile MDA Compact IV

What it comes with

Web’n’walk internet on your mobile
MP3 player for music on the go
Media Player for watching videos
Built-in SatNav and free 7 day CoPilot trial
Instant Email allowing emails direct to your phone
3.2 MP camera for great quality photos
Video calling and messaging with 3G technology
Bluetooth or WIFI connection

Bonus Points

It can also be used with a laptop as a modem for Mobile Broadband with 3G.

Who will it suit?

Its sophisticated yet elegant design will fit the needs of city slickers with an eye for style. Due to the functionality of the Compact IV it will also appeal to the business user, mainly due to its compatibility with Microsoft and support of Windows 6.1.

What it looks like

The slim, stylish MDA Compact IV is an exclusive T-Mobile design, with easy to use touch screen.

2) MDA Vario IV

What it comes with

Sliding touch-screen revealing full QWERTY keypad
Super-fast connectivity with T-Mobile’s 3G network
T-Mobile web‘n’walk: surf the whole internet as you would on your PC
In-built 3.2 Mega pixel camera with auto-focus
Video telephony, video and music player
Microsoft Office Mobile, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Bonus Points

In-built GPS functionality

Who will it suit?

With its full QWERTY keypad, Microsoft Office applications and instant email access, the Vario IV is a perfect handset for those doing business on the move. Spreadsheets and documents are easy to edit and view on its large screen. But it doesn’t have to be all work, no play: high-quality photos, on-board MP3 player and high-speed internet browsing are just some of the many features the Vario IV has to offer.

What it looks like

Combining a full touch screen with a slide-out keyboard, the Vario IV’s innovative design will attract admiring glances around the office.

3) BlackBerry® Pearl™ 8110

What it comes with

BlackBerry® Pearl™ 8110 with improved 2 mega pixel camera with 5x zoom and enhanced flash
In built GPS with BlackBerry maps
T-Mobile instant email for just £5 per month when bought with a Flext price plan
Access to address book, calendar and a range of business and leisure applications
Business 1-Plan users have access to unbeatable value on BlackBerry email add-ons - Instant Email starting at just £4.25 per user per month and Business Email on BlackBerry for just £10 per user per month.

Bonus Points

Available in a new ‘Blue Slate’ colour.

Who will it suit?

The BlackBerry® Pearl™ 8110 phone has established itself as the mobile of choice for people who are smart about juggling work and play. It’s the ultimate lifestyle tool, with all the functions of a smartphone, making it easier for busy people on the move to call, email, surf the net, take and send photographs, listen to music or send and receive videos. What’s more, customers can access their address book, calendar and a range of business and leisure applications whenever it’s convenient to them.

What it looks like

The new BlackBerry® Pearl™ 8110 smartphone is a slim, lightweight device and comes in a unique new ‘Blue Slate’ colour.

4) MDA Touch Plus

What it comes with

Unique, stylish design combining touch screen and sliding keyboard
Super-fast connectivity with T-Mobile’s 3G network
T-Mobile web’n’walk: surf the whole Internet as you would on your PC
Stereo Bluetooth for music, hands-free use and PC connectivity
Use as a modem for mobile broadband on your laptop or PC
Listen to your favourite songs on the move
Watch TV on your mobile
Full suite of familiar office applications via Window Mobile 6 Professional
Fast and simple access to emails on the move

Bonus Points

In-built 2 mega-pixel camera and MP3 player

Who will it suit?

The perfect phone for multimedia fans - the MDA Touch Plus provides a complete and personalised mobile surfing experience, as users will be able to explore any site on the Internet as they would on their PC. Not only this, but people will be able to watch a range of TV channels on the handset, from Sky Sports to MTV. The MDA Touch Plus is also a great choice for business users, as with the push of your thumb the front panel of the device slides up to reveal a handy keyboard, giving you the option to type in the usual way.

What it looks like

This is a sleek design with a touch screen and slide out keyboard small.

For more info on these devices contact t-mobile 08454 122473 or email us at businessenquiries@t-mobile.co.uk

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