To: Ron Schier who wrote (620 ) 3/1/1999 8:45:00 PM From: Ron Schier Read Replies (1) | Respond to of 848
More news ! (Itronix has confirmed that the modem in the T5200 is by RIM) Itronix Utilizes BellSouth Intelligent Wireless Network to Provide New Class of Field Service Solution SPOKANE, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 1, 1999-- Itronix T5200 First Handheld to Integrate BellSouth Wireless Data Enabled Modem Itronix Corporation, a world leader in the design and manufacture of ruggedized, wireless mobile computing solutions for field automation, today announced its new T5200 handheld solution. The T5200 is the first Microsoft Windows(R) CE(R)-based, truly ruggedized, handheld personal computer with a built-in Mobitex-enabled modem for the nationwide BellSouth Wireless Intelligent Network. "BellSouth Wireless Data is thrilled to offer the reliability and seamless, nationwide coverage of its Intelligent Wireless Network to Itronix' customers using the new T5200," said Lew Blumstein, Vice President Industry Marketing, BellSouth Wireless Data. "The robust features of our network coupled with the ruggedness and convenience of the Itronix handheld device offer field service workforces the most innovative and compelling wireless solution on the market." The Itronix T5200, announced today, is the first field service oriented device, powered by Windows CE, to offer fully integrated power management and wireless capabilities in a highly durable package that is half the size, weight and cost of today's rugged mobile workstations. Since BellSouth Wireless Data has a reputation in the industry for providing reliable, nationwide wireless data communications, T5200 users will have reliable access to mission-critical information. "The T5200 is changing the face of the field service computing playing field," said Dave Dayton, CEO of Itronix. "BellSouth Wireless Data's reputation for reliable service and nationwide accessibility adds unequalled value to this powerful and convenient field service solution." With more than two decades of experience, Itronix excels in prescribing innovative solutions for mobile workforces throughout the world. BellSouth Wireless Data is committed to providing wireless data communications solutions to aggressive and innovative companies seeking to maintain a competitive advantage and increase personal productivity. By combining their strengths, Itronix and BellSouth Wireless Data are supplying today's field service workforces with the tools they need to improve customer service and strengthen their market positions.