Pharos releases Traveler 137 GPS smartphone
updated 05:10 pm EDT, Thu June 4, 2009
Pharos Traveler 137
Pharos has released the its latest GPS smartphone, the Traveler 137, which was originally debuted at CES earlier this year. The device focuses on GPS abilities, with integrated assisted-GPS and hybrid navigation software that can be used without a connection to the carrier network. Users can take advantage of turn-by-turn navigation and voice prompts. The handset is based on Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional and ready for future upgrades to Version 6.5.
An 800x480 touchscreen covers most of the front side of the device, while several navigation buttons are located below the display. Users can take pictures or capture video with a 3-megapixel camera on the back, while a 0.3-megapixel camera enables video conferencing. The device offers 256MB of RAM and 512MB of flash ROM, while a microSD/SDHC slot allows further expansion.
The Traveler 137 ships unlocked, with support for quad-band GSM, EDGE, tri-band 3G, UMTS, 7.2Mb/s HSDPA and 2Mb/s HSUPA. The handset carries a suggested retail price of $600, while customers can receive a $250 discount if the device is paired with a two-year T-Mobile contract.
