Motorola and Cingular Wireless today announced the exclusive availability of the Motorola V551. The flip phone support EDGE technology

"The Motorola V551 expands the options for consumers who demand productivity as well as performance and reliability," said Bruce Brda, vice president of sales for Motorola, Inc, PCS. "The model V551 is an important addition to the Motorola lineup at Cingular Wireless, joining the world’s hottest handset, the Moto Razr V3."

“We are excited to offer Cingular Wireless customers yet another exclusive, state-of-the art device,” said David Christopher, vice president of product management, Cingular Wireless. “The V551 is a multifunctional phone, providing video capture and playback, MP3 format ringtone capability and exciting Bluetooth wireless technology—all on the largest high-speed voice and data network in America.”

For mobile productivity needs, this full-featured device also includes an embedded speakerphone, 5 MB of memory and global quad-band capabilities.

Cingular Wireless customers can now enjoy the Motorola V551 on the largest digital voice and data network in America. The Motorola V551 is available at all Cingular retail and online locations. The price is $99.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate and with a two-year contract.

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