The PG-2800 model's keypad recognizes and processes the individual user's writing of text messages. Consumers can either push individual keys or write letters with their fingers on the keypad when looking up words in the electronic dictionary or sending text messages.

The unique 'finger writing recognition' function allows users to avail of faster, more convenient communication and is especially useful for inputting text in Russian characters, as well as in the Chinese language. Sung-Kyu Lee, President & CEO of Pantech & Curitel Communications, Inc., said: "We expect the unique PG-2800 handset to reinforce our credentials as a provider of attractive, stylish yet ultra-modern handsets for consumers, both in Russia and around the world."

The company plans to introduce 15 new models during 2006 in Russia to further boost its market share.

PG-2800 features include:

• Intenna type clamshell
• Finger writing recognition function
• Size: 90x45x18.5mm
• Weight: 87.9g
• network: 900/1800/1900 MHz
• Display: Main 2.0" 260K color TFT LCD 
• Sub 1.17" 65K color TFT LCD
• 1.3 mega pixel camera with white balance functionality
• MP3 player
• Electronic dictionary
• SMS/EMS/MMS/E-mail
• External memory card slot