i-mate and Telstra announce exclusive partnership to deliver two high-speed i-mate Ultimate mobile devices

Partnership to deliver superior mobile solution to Telstra customers, and further enhance i-mate’s position as Australia’s leading provider of Windows Mobile devices. 

i-mate has teamed with Telstra Corporation Limited, Australia’s leading telecommunications company, to launch the i-mate Ultimate 8502 and   i-mate Ultimate 9502.  Telstra is the first operator to deploy these devices globally and both devices will be exclusive in Australia to Telstra customers.

Building on a five-year partnership which has seen the successful launch of 10 world leading i-mate devices on the Telstra network, Telstra has teamed up with i-mate again to release the highly acclaimed Ultimate mobile devices.

Discussing what makes i-mate the smarter choice, CEO and Founder of i-mate Mr. Jim Morrison said: “We don’t believe that one size fits all. We offer a full range of superior Windows Mobile powered devices.  We then customise these devices to suit the unique requirements of individual customers.  Add to that our range of innovative and free i-Q solutions, together with our extensive support and you have an exceptional total solution that’s hard to beat.”

 

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MWC: i-mate finally introduces its latest Ultimate Windows Mobile Smartphones

From the unwired :

i-mate today unveiled the latest devices in its Ultimate range, the Ultimate 9502 and the Ultimate 8502 at Mobile Congress World.
The Ultimate 9502 and 8502 are the latest devices from i-mate’s Ultimate range, a collection of four devices in various forms to suit individual preferences, from classic PDA to a notebook replacement and were designed to provide the latest and best in phone and PDA technology. With a wide variety of features ranging from to HSDPA and HUSDPA connectivity to the 262k colour TFT screen, every component of the device is specified at a very high level.

The Ultimate 9502 represents the flagship of the Ultimate range and delivers an all in one Windows Mobile device. Powered by 3.5G (HSDPA & HUSDPA), and WiFI and Bluetooth connectivity, the Ultimate 9502’s VGA display is perfect for multimedia viewing, or checking through maps using the its integrated GPS functionality for navigation. There are dedicated shortcut keys all around the 9502, allowing easy and fast access to often used applications.. The 9502 includes integrated support for Direct Video Out capabilities, providing you with the option to connect it to monitors or projectors and watch videos off it or even use Windows Mobile on a larger screen. This feature was especially included in a business sense so users can perform video conferencing or project slideshows and presentations from the phone itself, making it a viable alternative to a notebook.

The Ultimate 8502 delivers a customized out of the box experience in a slim line QWERTY keyboard form factor. With a 2.6 inch touchscreen with 65k color TFT backlight, it is fully loaded with Microsoft Office Mobile giving users access to popular applications such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint on the go. This device also comes with built-in GPS navigation functionality offering users satellite navigation. The 8502 can play video clips directly and a variety of music file formats on the inbuilt Windows Media Player 10 Mobile media player.

“2008 sees i-mate continue to deliver on its iconic devices and sophisticated services,” said Jim Morrison, CEO, i-mate. “The Ultimate range has already won plaudits on its design and strong specifications. The Ultimate 9502 and 8502 will continue to build on i-mate’s, the best of breed combination of innovation, design and technology. Each of our devices is designed with different users in mind giving our customers real choice.”

Source: the unwired

i-mate ULTIMATE 8150 unboxed at Tracy and Matt’s

Jack showed us some nice looking i-mate devices earlier today and now here is another video. Looks to me like i-mate might be returning to form. In the past couple years since the Kjam, it seems that the i-mate line has gotten “cheap” and I have been less than impressed with them. From this video, Jack’s Video, and Judie’s photos, build quality seems to have been improved.

Source : Tracy and Matt’s Blog via Pocket PC Thoughts

CES 2008 - iMate’s Ultimate Series

CES was as always a great show but this year, for what ever reason, Mobile Device news was at a real premium.  There was nothing ground breaking and quite possibly vendors made the decision to wait until the upcoming 3GSM in February or possibly CTIA in April. 

However, I did have a terrific opportunity to see a device that was on display and two that were not and all three got my device envy juices flowing.  With some great specs coupled with a terrific design and quality craftsmanship exuding from each device, I think you will like the short video below.

While visiting the Microsoft booth, I had the unique opportunity to meet up with Dale Coffing who has become a great friend over the years.  It was Dale that ignited my passion for devices when he ran the very popular website, PocketPCPassion.  I had expressed to Dale that I was somewhat disappointed that there was nothing really special in the mobile arena and that I was disappointed. 

Dale smiled and said he had something really special to share and took some time to give us a quick look at three iMate devices.   One of these devices was on display, but two were not so you will get a unique opportunity to get a quick look at what I saw … and I am sure that after seeing them, your device envy juices will flow as well.

Thank you Dale for taking the time to share with the Mobilitysite readers these three terrific iMate devices!

Gear Diary gets some hands on time with the new i-mate at CES 2008

In September we saw the launch of i-mate 6150 and 8150 and in October we had some specs fpr the i-mate 8502 and 9502.

At CES 2008 last week Judie Lipsett and Jerry Raia of Gear Diary had a chance to have a meeting with i-mate and get some hands on time with i-mate’s 8502, 9502, 6150, and 8150 (select device to go to i–mate page with official specifications for each device)

No word on release dates or prices but they look and sound great!

Visit Gear Diary to see MANY MORE photos and then come back and tell us which one is your favorite and why!

I like the 9502 best (photo credit Gear Diary)

Source: Gear Diary

imate Ultimate 8502 and 9502

Ultimate 8502

• Windows Mobile 6 Professional smartphone
• 400 MHz Qualcomm MSM 7200 chip
• quadband GSM/GPRS/EDGE, triband HSDPA/HSUPA
• WiFi b/b and Bluetooth 2.0+EDR as well as integrated GPS
• 256 MB ROM and 128 MB RAM
• microSD card
• 2.0 megapixel fixed focus camera
• QWERTY thumb-keyboard
• QVGA touchscreen

 

Ultimate 9502

• Windows Mobile 6 Professional smartphone
• thumb-keyboard under the sliding display
• Qualcomm MSM 7200 chip at 400 MHz
• quadband GSM/GPRS/EDGE, triband UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA
• WiFi b/g Bluetooth 2.0+EDR and GPS
• 256 MB ROM, 128 MB RAM
• microSD card
• 3.0 megapixel auto focus camera with photo light
• 2.8″ VGA touchscreen

iMate Ultimate 8150 & Ultimate 6150 Review

CoolSmartPhone.com reviews iMate Ultimate 8150 and Ultimate 6150

Both the iMate Ultimate 6150 and the iMate Ultimate 8150 are very capable handsets with lots of power on tap. The specs are excellent and both phones operate far faster than anything I’ve seen before. Videos are smooth, Office documents open quickly and complex Excel spreadsheets are handled without stress. The VGA output turns the device into a real mobile work-horse which lets you arrive anywhere and present a demonstration with nothing more than your iMate Ultimate and its’ included VGA cable.

 
Not sure if you remember iMate, they’ve been quite a while. Now it seem they are finally starting to roll out all these phones that were announced around CTIA back in March. iMate used to have a deal with HTC to make phones for them, but iMate has moved on and are trying other makers. Time will tell how the quality is.

i-mate - New Site, New Devices, Exciting Times!

Today must be the day of FIVES!  Hmmm … I just might have to play 5 bucks on Five today!

In any event, it is definitely worth taking a Saturday stroll over to the NEW i-mate site to ooh and aah over the FIVE new devices they have on their NEW Flash based site.  The only problem you will have is trying to decide which device you want … besides wanting all of them!!

i-mate shows a couple, Jama 101 and 201

Is that like Biology 101 and 201? hmmm… Well, anyhow, the::unwired has shared some early details on these new offerings called the Jama 101 and Jama 201.

(101 on the left and 201 on right)

The Jama 101 is a Windows Mobile Smartphone with 128mb ROM, 64mb RAM, and a 300mhz processor. It is  a triband GSM/GPRS/EDGE at 900/1800/1900 MHz and DOES NOT have WiFi. (specs)

The Jama 201 is a Windows Mobile Pocket PC Phone with the same specs (under powered?) It’s also triband GSM/GPRS/EDGE at 900/1800/1900 MHz and doesn’t have WiFi either. (specs)

Prices and availability are not out yet.

More info:

• UNVEILED: i-mate introduces the JAMA 201 Windows Mobile 6 Smartphone
• UNVEILED: i-mate introduces the JAMA 101 Pocket PC Phone
• More Information

GITEX: i-mate launches Ultimate 6150 and 8150

i -mate launched at GITEX two of the highly anticipated Ultimate range to the Middle East - the Ultimate 6150 and Ultimate 8150. The Ultimate range consists of high-end, sophisticated 3G Windows Mobile devices in a variety of form factors designed to suit any user. The whole range is based on Windows Mobile 6, the latest Windows Mobile operating system.

The Ultimate 6150 is a sleek modern PDA form factor with Windows Mobile 6 VGA touch screen and the Ultimate 8150 has both a VGA touchscreen and dial keypad with XT9 for simple and speedy text entry. Both devices run on a powerful 520 MHz processor and are HSDPA enabled which brings a powerful personal computing experience to the i-mateT Ultimate range improving how business users will be able to access and manage email on the go.

One of the advanced and exclusive features on the Ultimate devices is XGA direct video out. This allows users to present Microsoft Office applications and videos directly from their Ultimate device onto a secondary display. Business users will find this feature extremely beneficial as they no longer need to take a laptop into a meeting to do a presentation, but can present directly from the Ultimate device. Ultimate devices push the boundaries between laptop computers and the handheld device.

 

Ultimate 6150 and Ultimate 8150 Technology at a glance:

• Microsoft Windows Mobile 6
• Intel PXA 270 520 MHz Processor
• nVidia Graphic Accelerator, nVidia G5500
• Quad-Band GSM/EDGE, Tri-Band UMTS/HSDPA
• WiFi 802.11b/g/e/i
• 256MB ROM, 128MB RAM
• Micro SD card slot
• VGA LCD Touch Screen
• Bluetooth v2.0 EDR
• Mini USB
• Direct Video Out XGA
• 2.0 mega pixel camera
• FM Stereo Radio
• Supports Microsoft Direct Push Technology

 

Source: i-mate press release

i-mate Ultimate 6150 and 8150 pictures

Kaz911 returned from day 1 of Gitex and has posted some pictures of the i-mate Ultimate 6150 and 8150

To see more pictures, visit :

i-mate Ultimate 6150 pictures can be found here

i-mate Ultimate 8150 pictures can be found here  

Source: Kaz911 Rescue Service blog

i-Mate launching new phones

i-Mate company has confirmed they will be launching 12 new Windows mobile phones soon in 3 different product ranges.

After the break-up with HTC in November, i-Mate and owner Jim Morrison has been very quiet, and i-Mate posted its first loss since operations started in 2001. But now, just before Gitex the Middle East IT Exhibition opens, i-Mate starts talking. All the phones will feature Windows Mobile software, but of course no longer manufactured by HTC - but from a range of manufactures. So the new phone ranges will be:

I-Mate JAMA
The low end versions with a price point of about US$ 350 - small and lightweight. Two new models will hit the market within the next 6 months.

I-Mate Urban
The Mid-Range I-Mate Urban range will be introduced within the next couple of months. Expect about 4 different models priced at about $550.

I-Mate Ultimate

The Ultimate Range of phones - already well know in the market. 6 different phones with almost same specs - only screen, format and keyboards are different on each model. High end phones with a price tag of about $950.

It is confirmed that the Ultimate 6150, Ultimate 8150 and the Urban 201 will be on show at Gitex. More information as it flows in. I will of course participate in Gitex and give you updated information plus hopefully great pictures.

All above is from the mouth of Jack Craine - i-Mates new global sales director. J

Source: kaz blog

i-mate NOT canceling any devices

Matt Miller, Mobile Gadgeteer, heard the rumors of the i-mate canceling three of the five Ultimate series models….. and checked with his source at i-mate and found out it is NOT true!

i-mate announced several new devices that would be coming in 2007 back in February and many sites are now reporting that three of the five models may have been canceled. I just confirmed with my i-mate source that this news is not true, was based on a resellers information, and that there are actually six Ultimate devices scheduled for release. The current plan is to launch 4 at GITEX and the other 2 in early 2008. There was no news on pricing or availability so we will still have to wait to see when and where these devices show up.

Goes to show you….don’t believe everything you read…. Thanks Matt!

Source: Mobile Gadgeteer

Three of i-mate’s Ultimate devices canceled?

This is a case where the picture says it all.

Engadget Mobile is reporting that i-mate has canceled three versions of its Ultimate series : the 5150 slider, 7150 QWERTY flip, and 9150 numeric flip.

The 8150 numeric candybar and the keypadless 6150 remain and are apparently scheduled for October production.

This is being reported by a UK retail firm, Clove Technology, but it is all unconfirmed.

Source: engadget mobile

Ultimate 6150- Coming Soon

Each device in the Ultimate range has the latest in security features. This includes the ability to remotely erase data and / or lock down the device if it has been lost or stolen.

Size: 118.5mm x 60.5mm x 15.7mm

Screen: 2.8″ Primary Touchscreen Display

All Ultimate devices come with the following specifications.

• Operating System: Windows Mobile� 6 Professional
• Processor: Intel Bulverde 520MHz
• Quad-Band GSM/EDGE
• Tri-Band UMTS/HSDPA 850/1900/2100 or 850/1700/2100
• Memory: 256MB ROM + 128 MB RAM
• Screen: VGA 262K Color LCD Touch Screen
• WiFi 802.11b/g/e/i
• Bluetooth� v2.0 + EDR - up t 1.3 Mbps
• Mini USB high speed - 480 Mbps
• Direct Video Out XGA
• Micro-SD card slot
• 2.0 mega pixel camera
• Battery: 1530mAh
• FM Stereo Radio

User manual part 1 and User manual part 2

More photos

For more information visit Clubimate 6150

Source:Club imate and FCC