Virgin Mobile USA and Personal Communications Devices, LLC [PCD] are launching the Shuttle, Virgin Mobile USA's first EV-DO handset, designed with high performance for data and content in mind. This handset is available exclusively at Best Buy Mobile and BestBuy.com as of September 28. Following Virgin Mobile USA's recent acquisition of Helio, the Shuttle will be the first handset enabled to integrate several features from the Helio portfolio. This will include access to social networking communities and other mobile internet sites through partnerships with Accuweather, ESPN, Facebook, MySpace, YouTube, Yahoo! and more. The Shuttle is also slated to feature Virgin Mobile's first location-based services from uLocate including:
Offering features such as a 1.3 megapixel camera, 2" screen; video capture, playback and messaging, integrated media player that supports both streaming and sideloaded music, stereo Bluetooth wireless technology, and SD card support, while sporting a S-curve design in a compact slider form factor. With the new Shuttle, Virgin Mobile USA is also introducing its first Mobile Web data packs as add-ons to calling plans, as more and more customers access the mobile web and other mobile data services. Pricing is as follows:
The $79.99 Totally Unlimited voice plan provides unlimited calling without roaming charges, activation fees or a two-year commitment. |