National Geographic Introduces New Travel Phone
Posted by michael on Jun 22, 2009 in Developer, In The News, Marketing Strategy, Mobile Devices, Mobile Fun, Mobile Internet, Mobile Marketing, Mobile News, Mobile Resources, Mobile Shopping, Mobile TV, Mobile Technology
Nothing says international travel like National Geographic.
Without question, the recent announcement from the venerable brand is likely a welcome development for cosmopolitan country-hoppers.
National Geographic is rolling out what has been dubbed “the National Geographic Duet Travel Phone,” which is designed specifically for “the needs of the international traveler.”
According to the announcement, the new handset supports two SIM cards and offers additional features useful for travelers: Bluetooth, a camera, FM radio, television and 1GB storage card.
As expected, the Duet comes packed with National Geographic content like ringtones, wallpapers and travel-related videos from the National Geographic Channel.
In case you were wondering, the Duet also includes National Geographic’s pay-as-you-go National Geographic Travel SIM card, allowing affordable calling in 185 countries, free incoming calls in more than 80 countries and 30 minutes of outgoing call credit (for most countries). Users have the option of inserting another SIM card in the phone and having a secondary number and service.
There’s no question that the Duet is cool and convenient. But will a National Geographic product catch on with most young travelers who don’t equate National Geographic with much of anything considered “cool”?
Only time will tell.
For now, the National Geographic Travel Phone is available online through CellularAbroad.com, Amazon.com, Expansys-usa.com and other select retailers.
Cross Channel Ferries | Nov 26, 2009 | Reply
I can’t wait to get my hands on this phone, the idea of having a National Geographic Phone is insane!!
Cross Channel Ferries | Nov 26, 2009 | Reply
that phone is really interesting.. it’s something diferent, I want one
Holiday rentals | Nov 26, 2009 | Reply
Before I go out and buy one I want to hear what other people think about it.
Hip Hop Clothing | Nov 26, 2009 | Reply
I love to travel and a phone like this one could really come in handy .. well there are some applications for the iphone that are really good but.. this phone is specialised on traveling so it must be better .. well ill let you know as soon as i try it (i have no idea when)
Cuzco Hotel | Dec 10, 2009 | Reply
i enjoy traveling and exploring new places. this phone could really be of great assitance.
Lawyers Peru | Dec 31, 2009 | Reply
i wish i had the opportunity of trying this new phone .. does anyone know what phone company its working with .. it also depends on that ..for example iphone its a great phone but at&t its not one of the best phone companys..