Although Motorola is getting big success with it’s Android phones, it doesn’t mean they don’t care about other platforms anymore. A new Windows Mobile 6.5 based Enterprise Digital Assistant (EDA) ES400 was introduced yesterday. Just like the name, the ES400 is a business-class device intended for enterprise managers and workers across multiple industries combines the most powerful aspects of mobile computing with push-to-talk capabilities in a compact and lightweight design. The ES400 will be the first Motorola device to be carrier-branded and sold to enterprise through the Sprint Direct and Business Solutions Partners sales channels.
The Motorola ES400 equipped with 600 MHz ARM 11 processor, 256MB RAM/1GB Flash, PenTile 3in color display with resistive touch and VGA 640×480, QWERTY keyboard, microSD slot support up to 32GB and 2.5mm audio jack. One of the key enterprise features of the ES400 is the customizable Motorola Enterprise User Interface (MEUI) includes one-touch access to applications, a business-focused home screen, a single touch bar-code scanner, an enterprise-class camera application and a simplified call management screen with touch-friendly dial-pad.
Another enterprise features include:
- One button push-to-scan: 1D and 2D bar code reading fulfilling the needs of mobile workers.
- Built on the standards-based Windows Mobile 6.5 platform to power seamless connectivity, application compatibility and support for industry-specific applications and advanced security and device management mobility needs.
- Large, super-bright, three-inch VGA screen (750 NITS – nearly twice as bright as consumer devices for usage indoors and outdoors) plus integrated keyboard.
- Easy and accurate input with stylus and touch-screen allowing signature capture that is often necessary for completing field tasks.
- Standard battery power to endure full shifts in nearly any work environment. An extended-life battery is also available.
- True worldwide communications with user-selectable 3.5G WAN: GSM HSPA and CDMA EVDO RevA compatibility.
- Broad WLAN functionality supporting 802.11 a/b/g, enabling data, and in 2011, an application for push-to-talk over VoIP compatibility.
- Durable construction to withstand dust, drops and bumps occurring every business day. Meets MIL-STD 810G drop specifications leading to lower total cost of ownership.
- Enterprise-class security including built-in biometric fingerprint reader.
- Three-year life cycle for easier, better IT support and product management, support and service programs designed for business, adding to a better return on investment.
The Motorola ES400 EDA will be available later this year through the Motorola EMS sales team, Sprint and members of the PartnerEmpower channel program.
