Sprint Makes QChat Phones Official

posted Apr 1, 2008, 3:17 PM by Eric M. Zeman

Today Sprint officially announced its QChat push to talk service, as well as a number of phones that it will launch with QChat capability in the coming months. QChat uses Sprint's EV-DO Rev. A network to pass PTT messages from handset to handset and offers similar functionality to Sprint's iDEN network phones. It will set up PTT calls in less than one second, and can send Direct Connect, Group Connect and Call Alerts. Sprint said the service will work on a number of phones, including the Sanyo Pro 200 and Pro 700, the LG LX 400, the Motorola MOTO V950, and the Samsung Z400 and Z700. All the phones will be able to browse the web at Rev. A speeds. The two Sanyo models will be available first, with the rest following in the summer.

Pro 200: This slim clamshell includes Bluetooth, GPS, messaging and mobile email. It will cost $50 after $50 rebate with a new contract.
Pro 700: This is a rugged clamshell phone certified to military standards for dust, shock and vibration. It also offers Bluetooth and GPS. It will cost $70 after rebated with new contract.

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