Jim Morrison, CEO of Carrier Devices said: "The i-mate™ Pocket PC represents the latest in mobile device innovation. It's a PDA and mobile phone in one and is truly the world's most sleek and sophisticated Pocket PC. With Tech Data's in-depth market experience with the premium technology vendors in the industry, we are confident that their team is best suited for this premium product."
This announcement is a major step forward for Tech Data, as its offerings now span the entire range of mobile technologies from in-office wireless LANs to mobile computing devices to these "mobile lifestyle" products that people carry with them in their daily lives to stay connected, long after they've left their laptops and business networks behind.
Morrison continues: "Stylish, simple to use and seriously smart, the new i-mate™ Pocket PC is so far advanced its in a league of its own; and with Tech Data's extensive reseller channel and cost effective logistics management, we foresee high levels of penetration for this product in the region."
"This is a logical progression for Tech Data," comments Steve Lockie, Tech Data's Managing Director. "The i-mate™ Pocket PC is a product that nicely complements our retail products portfolio, where Tech Data is a market leader. This is a fast-moving segment of the market, driven by functionality, performance and value. We are totally committed to increasing the momentum for this type of mobile lifestyle product, which we expect to capture a significant share of the traditional mobile phone and PDA market."
The i-mate™ Pocket PC is sleek in design and functionality. With a specialized version of the Windows® CE operating system, inbuilt digital camera & video recorder, a sharp 64K colour Transflective Touch screen, full MMS support, and integrated Bluetooth™, this Arabic enabled Pocket PC is the replacement for the Qtek™ 1010 and is set to surpass them all.
Lockie concludes: "This is an exciting new partnership for Tech Data. Through our unique approach in building value add in the channel, and our extensive reach almost everywhere in the Middle East, we will continue to build on the relationship of reputation for value and quality that we have established over the years."
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- United Arab Emirates: Thursday, October 23 - 2003 at 09:44
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Tech Data FZ-LLC, the Middle East's leading provider of IT products and logistics management and value added services, and Carrier Devices Middle East FZ-LLC yesterday signed a regional distribution contract for the new i-mate Windows Mobile Pocket PC, Phone Edition.
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About Carrier Devices Middle East FZ-LLCFounded in 2001, Carrier Devices has gone from strength to strength to become one of the worlds leading specialists in collaborative design and development, and the integration of innovative, fully certified, wireless hand held devices and accessible services for the world mobile market. In February 2003 we launched the first worldwide standard accreditation and certification service for mobile applications and devices. At Carrier Devices we offer customers' reliability of data, security of device and data, and an optional single framework for all lifestyle activities.
Marketed under the i-mate™ brand name, the Microsoft® Windows Mobile™ based products we offer are second to none. The i-mate™ Smartphone has enjoyed commendable reviews in the media, and rapid take up since its launch in June 2003. Our newly introduced i-mate™ Pocket PC represents the peak of wireless device innovation. Following on the success of the Qtek™ 1010, the new i-mate™ Pocket PC delivers a huge range of improvements. The launch of the i-mate™ Pocket PC is set to crystallise the strength of Carrier Devices' partnership with Microsoft®.
Rapidly growing in distribution reach across the globe, i-mate™ mobiles are increasingly in use amongst those who like to be one step ahead of the rest. In June 2003 we completed a strategic relocation of our headquarters from Europe to the United Arab Emirates, as part of a wider strategy to become the primary supplier of innovative wireless handheld devices for the Middle East. With this move, and the expanding our category defining product range, we are strategically placed with partners and networks to create a dedicated boutique sales channel throughout the world.
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About Tech Data FZ-LLC
Tech Data Corporation (Nasdaq: TECD), founded in 1974, is a leading global provider of IT products, logistics management and other value-added services. Ranked 117th on the Fortune 500, the company and its subsidiaries serve more than 100,000 technology resellers in the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, Latin America, Europe and the Middle East. Tech Data's extensive service offering includes technical support, financing options and configuration services as well as a full range of award-winning electronic commerce solutions. The company generated sales of $15.7 billion for its most recent fiscal year, which ended January 31, 2003.
Tech Data FZ-LLC is the largest trade-only distributor of computer hardware, software and services for MENA (Middle-east and north Africa region). Tech Data's main office is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates with warehouse and logistics operations are in Dubai, Jebel Ali & Bahrain Airport Free Zone.
Posted by Anne-Birte Stensgaard, Senior News EditorThursday, October 23 - 2003 at 09:44 UAE local time (GMT+4)
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This article was updated on Mon Mar 22 2004.
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