Introducing the Pharos Traveler 137 that actually works on both AT&T and T-Mo’s 3G networks. Normally you can swap SIM cards between AT&T and T-Mo devices but you won’t have all the features available. One of the features would be the 3G capability due to AT&T and T-Mo having 2 different 3G frequencies. AT&T 3G frequency is 1900/2100 and T-Mo’s 3G frequency is 1700/2100 (i.e. if u have a unlocked Bold with a T-Mo SIM card, you can only use T-Mo’s EDGE speeds and vice-versa). Pharos Traveler 137 is packed with 3G capabilites, Windows Mobile 6.1 ( upgradable to 6.5), 528MHz processor, 3.5 LCD touchscreen w/ 480 x 800 resolution & trackball, Built-in GPS, Wifi, Bluetooth 2.1, FM tuner, 3MP camera and 0.3 MP camera in the front for video conferencing.
TORRANCE, Calif. — June 4, 2009 — Pharos Science & Applications, Inc., a leading provider of location-based information and services, today announced the immediate availability of the Traveler 137, a striking Windows phone that is the first to give users access to 3G data speeds on both the T-Mobile and AT&T Wireless networks. The Traveler 137 features hybrid navigation software, giving it the unique ability to provide voice-prompted navigation even without a connection to a carrier’s network. The Traveler 137 is sold unlocked, enabling users to use local GSM SIM cards worldwide and avoid international roaming charges. The Traveler 137 is available today from Amazon.com, Dell.com, eXpansys.com, and Newegg.com for the suggested retail price of $599.95. Users can obtain a $250 discount on the phone if signing up for a new T-Mobile two-year contract through Pharos.
“When it comes to phones, we believe consumers deserve the full spectrum of choice,” said Stephanie Ferguson, general manager, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Corporation. “The Traveler 137 is a great example of a Windows phone that gives consumers the choice of 3G networks, the choice of personalization and the choice to use a single, powerful phone for both work and life.”
“The Traveler 137’s ultra-sensitive aGPS gives users the ability to navigate quickly; its high speed 3G capability brings a world of information to users’ fingertips; its touch-and-sweep interface on a crisp WVGA screen makes using the powerful Windows phone fun and easy,” said James Oyang, PhD, President, Pharos.
