March 29, 2001 Audiovox plans integrated PDA/phone
HAUPPAUGE, N.Y.—Audiovox Communications Corp. announced plans for an integrated personal digital assistant and wireless phone, to be introduced in the third quarter of this year.
According to Audiovox, the wireless information communicator will be third-generation cdma2000 1x-ready, and will work with carriers supporting the 3G network. The device is expected to offer digital calling capabilities through a hands-free attachment and should enable consumers to access the Internet, make notes, make calls, and watch video sequences.
“Timing is crucial,” said Philip Christopher, president and chief executive officer of Audiovox. “Audiovox is preparing to introduce its combination personal digital assistant and cellular phone just as U.S. carriers will begin to implement 1x technology. The PDA/phone is the optimal wireless communications tool for consumers to take full advantage of the power of 1x technology.”
