Sprint has also announced the upcoming launch of two new Nextel Direct Connect devices, the Sanyo Pro-200 and the Sanyo Pro-700. Both of them will be available later this month.

PRO-200 by Sanyo

Sporting an attractive, slim clamshell form factor, the Pro-200 by Sanyo delivers instant Nextel Direct Connect push-to-talk services and key functionalities including Bluetooth(R), messaging capabilities and mobile email. This device will be available for as low as $49.99 with a two-year service agreement and $50 mail-in rebate.

Specifications:

• Design: Compact Clamshell
• Dimensions: 4.0″ x 1.7″ x 0.7″
• Weight: 3.4 ounces
• Network: Digital Dual-Band 1900 MHz and 800 MHz
• Display: Main: 1.2″ x 1.5″, 65 K Main Display, 240 x 320 pixels
• Battery Specifications: Standard rechargeable Li-Ion (1050 mAh)
• Talk time: Up to approximately 4.9 hours continuous talk time

PRO-700 by Sanyo

Recognizing that instant communication is needed in sometimes harsh environments, Sprint will offer this rugged device certified to military standards for dust, shock and vibration. This device will be available for as low as $69.99 with a two-year service agreement and $50 mail-in rebate.

Specifications: 

• Design: Rugged, compact clamshell
• Dimensions: 4.0″ x 1.8″ x 0.8″
• Weight: 3.8 ounces
• Network: Digital Dual-Band 1900 MHz and 800 MHz
• Display: Main: 1.2″ x 1.5″, 65 K Main Display, 240 x 320 pixels
• Battery Specifications: Standard rechargeable Li-Ion (1050 mAh)
• Up to approximately 5.0 hours continuous talk
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Both Sanyo Pro-200 and Pro-700 phones will include:

• Single number option: If they wish, most customers can choose the simplicity of having one phone number for voice and push-to-talk calls on the Sanyo Pro-200 and Pro-700. If preferred, all Nextel Direct Connect subscribers can opt to have a separate Direct Connect number.
• DC Permissions: Customers will have the ability to block/allow incoming one-to-one push-to-talk calls and Call Alerts with the Sanyo Pro-200 and Pro-700 phones.*
• PTT Missed Call Notification: – When on a Nextel Direct Connect call, customers will receive a notification if they miss a push-to-talk call, Call Alert or Group call.
• Call Alerts with Text: With the new Call Alerts with Text feature, customers can attach one of several preset text messages, such as “Please stop by,” to Call Alerts sent to other Sanyo Pro-200 and Pro-700 users.
• Sprint Mobile Sync: This easy-to-use online tool lets customers manage all of their contact information online, including setting up groups for PTT and text/voice messaging.