Nextel and Motorola announced the availability of Direct TalkSM, a unique service that provides a back-up off-network walkie-talkie service for use when customers are outside Nextel network coverage areas.

• Nextel Direct Connect instant walkie-talkie service
• Rain-Resistant - Certified to Military Standard 810 F for blowing rain, humidity, and salt fog 
• Rugged Design –Performs in extreme outdoor conditions and stands up to dusty environments, drops, and exposure to vibration from heavy machinery use and hot/cold climates
• GPS-Enabled
• Emergency Call Button (for Public Sector use only) – Provides priority, preemptive access to network resources during times of heavy congestion
• Priority Connect (for Public Sector use only) – this feature intelligently applies five levels of priority service to place a Direct Connect call ahead of others in time of network congestion
• Talkgroup Scan Service Support - Monitor communications on up to four talkgroups simultaneously
• Fixed antenna for durable and enhanced performance in fringe areas
• Java technology-enabled