Alltel Wireless and LG today announced two new handsets equipped with Alltel's Touch2Talk walkie-talkie service. The LG AX390 and AX355 handsets are exclusively available from Alltel Wireless beginning today.

The AX390 features enhanced Touch2Talk capabilities, including the ability to upgrade walkie-talkie calls to regular wireless calls when circumstances require an extended conversation; the ability to send a text message to all members of a Touch2Talk group, and the ability to receive "buddy alerts" when friends or co-workers become available for Touch2Talk calls.

The AX390 also features a one-touch speakerphone, voice recognition (no matter who's talking) and large, forward-firing speakers, all of which allow users to multitask while communicating. In addition, the AX390 is Axcess Web capable and works on Alltel's Axcess MobileLink network, which delivers speeds of 40 to 70 kbps with bursts up to 144 kbps.

Alltel customers can purchase one LG AX390 for $59.99 and get a second for free. This discounted price is available to new customers on two-year service agreements as well as to existing eligible customers on qualifying rate plans.