Verizon Wireless and Pantech today announced the Pantech Jest 2 will be available online at http://www.verizonwireless.com/ beginning Sept. 29. The global-ready Jest 2 comes equipped with a slide-out QWERTY keyboard, the Opera Mini Web browser and Verizon software. Here is more info:
Key features:
-2.4-inch LCD display -Full QWERTY keyboard -Global-ready ? quad-band with support allowing customers to enjoy wireless voice and data service in more than 200 countries -2-megapixel camera and camcorder -Task bar key for quick access to Verizon Wireless services, dialing, favorites, recent calls, messaging, music, pictures, contacts and tools -Opera Mini Browser for mobile Web browsing -Full suite of messaging options, including text, picture, video and voice messaging and mobile instant messaging -VZ Navigator ? receive audible turn-by-turn directions to millions of points of interest and share directions with others, includes access to mobile Web and email -V CAST Tones ? download ringtones and ringback tones -Supports up to 32 GB microSD card -Bluetooth support includes headset, hands-free, stereo, phonebook access, object push for vCard and file transfer -3.5 mm headset jack
Pricing and availability:
The Pantech Jest 2 will be available online at http://www.verizonwireless.com/ beginning Sept. 29 for $79.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate with a new two-year customer agreement. Customers will receive the rebate in the form of a debit card; upon receipt, customers may use the card as cash anywhere debit cards are accepted.