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The Verizon Wireless Blitz, a new messaging phone with slide-out QWERTY keyboard, is perfect for heavy texters or those who simply want to keep in touch. This device makes it a breeze to blog, web browse, or send messages with a touch of the My Messaging key. The bright, high resolution screen, 1.3 megapixel camera, and speakerphone are perfect for talking & expressing yourself with a phone that's as unique as you are. The Blitz is Stereo Bluetooth capable so you can listen to your favorite tunes or have a conversation hands-free.

Design

• QWERTY Keyboard
• Screen Size: 2.2 inches
• Display: 220x176 Pixels, 262K TFT Color

Music

• Music Player for: MP3 and WMA formats
• Dedicated Music Key
• Create and Manage Playlists
• Sync Music from PC to Phone
• microSD memory port with up to 4GB support

Bluetooth

• Profiles: Headset, Hands-Free, and Advanced Audio Distribution (Stereo)

Camera

• 1.3 Megapixel Camera
• Self Timer: Off, 3, 5 or 10 seconds
• Color Effects: Normal, Antique, Black & White, Negative
• Resolution Adjustment Landscape: 1280x960, 640x480, 320x240, 160x120
• Capture Mode: Portrait and Landscape
• Dedicated Camera Key

Services

• V CAST Music with Rhapsody (subscription & PC downloads)
• Media Center - Download Games, Ringtones & More
• Mobile Web 2.0
• Mobile Email, Mobile Web Mail, Mobile IM & Chat
• Text, Picture and Voice Messaging
• VZ Navigator Capable
• Chaperone Child
• Device Software Update - Download Software Upgrades Over the Air
• Voice Mail

General

• Dedicated My Messaging Key
• Speakerphone with dedicated Speakerphone Key
• Self-Portrait Mirror
• Voice Commands
• Tools: Calculator, Calendar, Alarm Clock, World Clock, Notepad and Stop Watch
• Phone book with up to 1000 Entries
• Speed Dialing
• TTY/TDD Capable

Specifications

• 1X, Dual Band (800/1900 MHz CDMA)
• Dimensions: 3.5" (H) x 2.6" (W) x 0.7" (D)
• Weight: 5.1 oz
• Headset Jack: 2.5mm
• SAR: Head - 1.19 W/kg, Body - .694 W/kg
• Handset Insurance is Available
• Hearing Aid Compatibility = M3
• Usage Time: Up to 280 Minutes OR
• Standby Time: Up to 280 Hours

PACKAGE CONTENTS:

• Verizon Branded BLITZ Retail Box
• UTStarcom TXT8010 BLITZ cell Phone
• Standard Lithium Ion Battery
• Standard Battery Cover
• Wall Charger
• USB Cable
• User Guide
• Quick Reference Guide

$50 mail in rebate form is inlcuded.  Simply mail the filled out rebate form along with the UPC barcode from the retail box.  Takes approx. 6-8 weeks to recieve the rebate check.  Rebate is from the manufacturer thru Verizon's rebate center.  Detailed instructions and all neccessary paperwork will be inlcuded.