D-Link unveils V-Click dual-mode phone

The D-Link V-Click dual mode phone is somewhat akin to smartphones that come with WiFi connectivity. This tri-band GSM (900/1800/1900MHz) handset does not concentrate much on a bunch of business software but concentrates more on the phone aspect. A single click of a button will switch the V-Click cellphone between cellular and WiFi networks, enabling the user to take full advantage of VoIP software at WiFi hotspots in order to cut down on the monthly phone bills. D-Link has even thrown in an Opera Mobile web browser for you to surf the Internet via WiFi, but the tiny screen is a stumbling block. D-Link expects to roll out the V-Link sometime in Q1 next year. For a comprehensive list of features, read on after the jump.

• Wi-Fi® profile roaming for uninterrupted service between wireless zones
• Opera Mobile™ browser for hot spot log-in and Web surfing
• Email functionality – 50 emails can be stored in up to 10 accounts
• Large color screen display with 176 by 220 pixels
• Sleek, compact form factor (height, 4.17″, width, 1.73″, depth, .75″; weight, 3.32 oz)
• Smart text input
• Talk time – up to 5 hours GSM, 2 hours 802.11 wireless mode
• Messages – up to 30 messages can be stored at 459 characters each
• Phonebook – up to 300 contacts
• Data storage – up to 24 megabytes for documents, images, music and video files
• Tasks – stores up to 100 entries
• Calendar – up to 100 events, 160 letters per event
• Charging – 3 hours, first time charge 8 hours
• Compact design with internal antenna
• Power-saving mode for maximum standby and talk time