Along with announcing new editions to its device roundup at CTIA, Sprint also showed that it can teach an old dog new tricks, proving once and for all that its Nextel arm is still alive and chirping.
Sprint launched a total of six devices that expand the reach of Sprint's Nextel Direct Connect push-to-talk service. First in line is the Sanyo Pro-700 (pictured) which offers a single-number option and the ability to black or allow incoming one-to-one push-to-talk calls. The Pro-700 also features Sprint Mobile Sync, an online tool that lets users manage all of their contact information online, including setting up groups for PTT and text/voice messaging. It also automatically synchronizes with the phone, allowing easier entry, easier access and full backup of contacts. Contacts also automatically transfer if the user moves to another device equipped with Sprint Mobile Sync.
The Pro-700 is a rugged device certified to military standards for dust, shock and vibration. The Sanyo Pro-700 will start at $69.99 with a two-year service agreement and $50 mail-in rebate.
