SINGAPORE, 7th February 2007 – Dopod International (Singapore) Corp Pte Ltd, a leading PDA phone and Smartphone provider, makes it hot product, the D810, even better by installing this beauty with a Global Positioning System (GPS).

Since its launch last year, the D810 has won rave reviews from many consumers, thanks to its 3.5G high-speed connectivity support, a glossy attractive exterior and powerful functions. Now, the D810 has been made even better with this additional GPS solution to allow consumers to experience even better connectivity with this GPS-enabled phone. The D810, like the P800W, is capable of taking photos with embedded GPS coordinates. Users who purchase compatible GPS Map software can thus enjoy photo navigation – simply use the GPS photo and let map software direct you to your destination.

Mobile Communication Trend of the Future
Following the increasing level of business and travel activities across regions and the changing needs of consumers, GPS technology will become a key function in mobile communication devices of the future.?

“GPS is certainly the newest trend in the market. Leveraging on our understanding of advanced technologies and the industry, we have noticed a very active group of GPS product users out there. So as to meet this demand, we’ve included more of our products to be equipped with the GPS function,” says Jack Tong, CEO of Dopod International Corp.

D810 + GPS: Re-defining The Modern Lifestyle
The D810 is already packed with many useful functions. With the addition of GPS technology, this compact device now allows users to navigate their way while driving, helping them to quickly locate places of interests and with greater accuracy.? What’s more, the GPS function does not require external antenna support. ?

Other Powerful Capabilities
Strong in functions but sleek in form, the D810 is equipped with the latest technologies needed by users, including Wi-Fi 802.11g, Quadband GSM, Triband WCDMA and HSDPA. Its 360-degree scroll wheel design makes it easy to handle and operate. It also has a 2.0 mega-pixel dual digital camera and a 2.8 inch QVGA screen, enabling users to take and display super high quality photos and videos.? In addition, busy professionals using the D810 can gain fast and easy access to news with the RSS News Reader, and manage their time and contacts better with Outlook Mobile.

Using the latest in-built online sharing capability, the D810 can transform itself into a plug-and-play USB Modem, providing 3.5G HSDPA wireless high speed Internet access for your computer. Users get to thoroughly enjoy online music and mobile TV, making long hours of work fun and enjoyable. This device is the perfect companion for your contemporary lifestyle as it supports Bluetooth A2DP stereo sound and Audio Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) Bluetooth remote which allows you to control your media player through a compatible Bluetooth headset. It can also work with media players and support many types of music files, turning it into your very own MP3 player.

Another boost to the D810 is its inclusion of the BlackBerryR Connect? service, in addition to the Microsoft’s Direct Push solution. This gives consumers more choices to enjoy mobility and to be able to access emails and urgent office memos even when out of the office. Definitely professional messaging technology at its best!

Availability of GPS ROM
Shipment of D810 arriving from March 2007 will have the GPS ROM installed into the devices. Existing D810 users can upgrade their sets for free, by downloading a GPS ROM Code, to equip their existing D810 with the GPS function at Dopod international’s website at www.dopodasia.com

Pricing
The suggested retail price for the D810 from Dopod International remains unchanged at $1,298 (inclusive of GST).

What is GPS?
GPS refers to Global Positioning System. This system makes use of radio signals from a series of satellites orbiting the Earth to pinpoint one's location on the planet and also to serve as a navigation aid. The GPS system does not require any subscription fee. What is needed, though, is a GPS receiver (like the one in D810) as well as an appropriate navigation software.