Sprint/Nextel announces new Motorola i580

The new Motorola i580 is the latest offering from Sprint/Nextel. The main feature of the new phone is its’ ruggedness. The phone also has some very nifty features, including an embedded camera. It’s also the first clam form factor phone which offers Bluetooth.

The iDen clamshell factor phone has been designed to meet a number of military specifications concering performance. The phone is able to handle even the most rugged outdoor activities, so if you’re a go-getter, this may be the phone for you.

Features of the Motorola i580:

– 1.3 megapixel digital camera with video record functionality - the i580
is the first ruggedized iDEN clam style handset to offer an integrated
1.3 megapixel digital camera, producing high-quality images, a self-
timer, up to 4X digital zoom and an LED light that can light up an
image in a range up to 2 feet in low light conditions.
— Removable micro SD card slot - Store images, MP3 files, and video to
removable micro SD memory cards. 64MB card included.
— Bluetooth(R) wireless technology*
— GPS support - Get step-by-step driving directions, trip planning and
more when you add GPS-based applications like TeleNav, MapQuest FindMe
and Trimble Outdoors.**
— Large, internal color display
— Support for advanced walkie-talkie capabilities including Direct
Send(TM) contacts and pictures.
— Messaging services - send or receive multimedia and/or text and voice
messages.**
— Front ported audio support - equipped with dual, frontal speakers

The phone sells for $279.99 (after all rebates) and is available in Sprint stores nationwide.