AT&T* and Pantech Wireless, Inc. just announced the Pantech Matrix Pro(TM), available exclusively from AT&T on Feb. 24. The handset will measure 21.6 mm in profile and its key feature will be the double sliding mechanism that will slide sideways to show the full QWERTY keyboard and straight to reveal the numeric keypad. It will have a steel-blue metallic finish. Pantech is the manufacturer behind the Helio Ocean and the Helio Ocean 2, which have a similar design. Features includes a compact new premium design with a larger and more brilliant LCD screen, and a chat-style view of text messages. Of course like most smartphones, it has support for Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync for syncing with calendars, e-mail, and contacts, plus you get support for Microsoft Office documents.
It will have a 2 MPx camera, and customers in 3G coverage will be able to use AT&T Video Share to send live video during a phone call to a user with a compatible phone. Matrix Pro users will have the option of Bluetooth for wireless headsets or a 3.5mm headset jack. We’re still hunting down specifics on pricing and availability, but it’ll likely be soon.
The Pantech Matrix Pro will be available for $179.99 with rebates and a two-year service agreement.
