[PR] ViewSonic Launches World’s First Dual-SIM Android Froyo SmartPhone in Mobile World Congress 2011

Mobile World Congress 2011, Barcelona, 15 February 2011 – ViewSonic^® Corp., a global provider of computing, consumer electronics and communications solutions, showcased the world’s first new Dual-SIM Android Froyo Smartphone, V350 at Mobile World Congress (2B77 Hall 2) on 14 February 2011. This Smartphone has been designed to enable users to easily access both their work and personal life via just one device.

Android Froyo Dual-SIM Smartphone – V350

The V350 Smartphone, with 3.5 inch display is an active Dual-SIM device running the Android 2.2 Froyo operating system, enabling the use of two network services at the same time. Its Dual-SIM capability is ideal for businesses wishing to provide staff with a mobile device that can offer separate numbers and bills for both personal and business use. This feature also enables travelers to carry just the one phone whilst still be able to take advantage of different pricing plans and network offers for voice and data in various countries. The V350 however does not compromise in other areas. It runs on Android 2.2, built-in with a HVGA capacitive touch screen, 5-megapixel auto-focus camera, Micro-SD expansion, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth® 2.1 and assisted GPS navigation.

“Our V350 Smartphone is one of the most functional Dual-SIM phones on the market. With Android GMS for access to more than 200,000 Google applications, it has powerful multimedia capabilities and with both SIM cards active, you can place and receive calls on each at any time. The Dual-SIM proposition is compelling and will generate considerable market uptake this year.” said Mr. Alan Chang, ViewSonic^® Corporation’s Managing Director of EMEA & Asia Pacific Region.

Also, for the first time in Europe, ViewSonic showcased its 10” professional tablet – ViewPad 10PRO as well as Android Gingerbread based 4.1-inch Smartphone ViewPad 4 which obtained much interest and acclamation.

ViewPad 4 with Android Gingerbread OS

Backed by ViewSonic’s comprehensive European support, the ViewPad 4 offers both phone and tablet functionality in a flash 10.1 enabled Android-based 4.1-inch WVGA touch capacitive device. Based on a Qualcomm® MSM 8255 1GHz platform, the ViewPad 4 delivers full mobile phone functionality bundled with HD 720p video recording, playback, upload, and mini-HDMI 720p display output. A 5-megapixel auto-focus camera, Bluetooth® 2.1 and 802.11 b/g/n wireless enables video calling via an additional front facing camera. Additionally, GPS / A-GPS functionality makes make use of the Google Certified Maps and Navigation, where Android Market offers access to over 200,000 applications. ViewSonic have further enhanced the ViewPad 4 with the brand new ViewScene UI, that makes use of the GPS to adapt the home screen to the apps you may want to have better access to. For example social networking updates for in your home location to productivity apps for in the workplace.

First Intel Oak Trial Processor with Dual Operating System – ViewPad 10Pro

The ViewPad 10Pro is a 10” commercial tablet PC with dual boot functionality, offering a quick switch capability between Windows® 7 for business use and Google Android 2.2 for personal and social entertainment. Dual-boot enables users to access business software that only runs on Windows and investigate Android without switching completely. Many users enjoy the familiarity of Windows but want to get to know Android and configure their preferences before using it more widely. The ViewPad 10Pro is one of the first tablets to have the Intel Oak Trail processor. This, combined with support for flash 10.1 and a new interface provides an excellent navigation experience. It has a 1024×600 LED backlit capacitive multi-touch panel, is fully connected with 3G, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth and has at least six hours of battery life.

ViewSonic has been actively looking out for the tablet market. Since 2010, it has launched the 7-inch 3G tablet – ViewPad 7, 10” Dual OS tablet – ViewPad 10, entertainment centric’s tablet -ViewPad 10s. With this MWC, ViewSonic once again shows its commitment to provided the market with more winning products with the V350 Dual-SIM Smartphone, Android Gingerbread based handset ViewPad 4 as well as a 10” dual OS professional tablet.