i-mate™ launch in Indonesia
Distribution deal signed with Kahar Duta Sarana (KDS)
Indonesia, 11th March 2008 - i-mate™ (London AIM: IMTE), the global specialist in Microsoft® Windows
Mobile® devices and software applications, announced today at Hotel Mulia, Jakarta, the launch of i-mate™
products in Indonesia via their partnership with PT Kahar Duta Sarana (KDS), one of Indonesia’s leading
technology distributors.
This announcement marks an important step forward for i-mate™ as it continues to further extend it’s global
reach. KDS will offer the entire range of new i-mate™ product including the highly acclaimed Ultimate range
of devices, and the compact yet versatile JAMA range. The six devices include Ultimate 6150, Ultimate
8150, Ultimate 8502, Ultimate 9502, JAMA 101 and JAMA 201. These i-mate™ devices will be available at
all leading PDA retailers over the coming weeks.
Speaking at the launch today Michael Cavey, General Manager, i-mate™ Asia Pacific, said: “As a Dubai
(UAE) based company with a wealth of experience across the Middle East, as well as a long history serving
the Asia Pacific region, we will offer a superior product well suited to the needs and requirements of
customers throughout Indonesia. We believe customers will appreciate having the choice of a full range of
world leading mobile devices, each with something different to offer and fully backed by our i-Q suite of
innovative solutions and extensive support.”
The Ultimate device range features a unique combination of functionality never before seen in one device
including “Video Out” so you can connect an Ultimate device to a digital projector, desktop screen or TV.
Powered by Windows Mobile® 6 software, the Ultimate phones also come in a range of different form factors
to choose from with big 2.8” or 2.6” VGA and QVGA touch screens, QWERTY keyboards, 256MB ROM,
128MB RAM, Quad-Band GSM™/EDGE, Tri-Band UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA, 2.0 and 3.0 megapixel-fixed
focus cameras, GPS, FM Radio, WiFi 802.11b/g/e/I, Bluetooth® v2.0 EDR connectivity, and a microSD™
card slot.
The JAMA device range is the ideal entry level Windows Mobile® 6 software powered solution with 2.4” and
2.5” TFT LCDs, 128MB ROM, 64MB RAM, GSM/GPRS 900/1800/1900 MHz, 2.0 megapixel cameras,
Bluetooth® v1.2 connectivity and a microSD™ card slot.
Adam Benzion, Marketing Director PT Microsoft Indonesia said: "We are pleased to announce this
partnership because it represents an ideal opportunity for i-mate™ and Microsoft to push the technology
boundaries and make a difference to people’s everyday lives. i-mate™ is able to offer customised solutions
to individuals. This means you can enhance your mobile experience by tailoring your i-mate™ device to suit
your unique requirements."
i-mate™ will also offer their range of innovative solutions with every product for free including Custom i-Q so
you can define your personal settings quickly and easily, and Secure i-Q to remotely lock and wipe the
Ultimate device if it’s ever lost or stolen.
i-mate™ products will be available for sale over the coming weeks from all leading PDA retailers throughout
Indonesia.
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Pricing
Ultimate 6150 = USD$725, Ultimate 8150 = USD$765, Ultimate 8502 = USD$815, Ultimate 9502 =
USD$855, JAMA 101 = USD$339, JAMA 201 = USD$325.
About i-mate™
i-mate™ (AIM: IMTE), founded in 2001, is one of the world’s leading experts in the design, development and
customization of Microsoft® Windows Mobile® powered mobile devices.
The innovative designs and high end specifications, combined with value added solutions and world class
support have helped i-mate™ secure market-leading positions in several territories, with product distribution
across the Middle East, USA, Australasia, Africa and many parts of Europe. With over 25 individual
Windows Mobile® based global product launches to date, i-mate™ has grown rapidly to become a leader in
mobile device innovation, crystallized by the development of their own exclusively designed product range
set to redefine the Windows Mobile® category, the new i-mate™ Ultimate series. As part of its integrated
solutions support, i-mate™ develops in-house leading-edge software solutions for Microsoft Windows Mobile
platforms: i-Q, a new range of services to enhance the i-mate™ user and management, security and
customization experience. Customized to local market and individual customer requirements, i-mate™’s
solution set delivers a clear point of difference for mobile operator and channel partners, assisting them with
the acquisition and retention of high value customers. For further information, visit www.imate.com
About Kahar Duta Sarana (KDS)
Established in 1979, PT. Kahar Duta Sarana (KDS) has been the market leader in providing innovative IT
Solutions to Indonesian Retailers. Currently 9 out of the “Top 10” Indonesian Retailers are using solutions
from KDS. The company is supported by an unparalleled Sales and Service network with 6 branch offices
across the Indonesian archipelago. Numerous world class companies have appointed KDS to represent
them, handling a diverse range of products and solutions to a number of different industries including, Retail,
Telecommunication, Consumer Electronics, Supply Chain Management, Government, Manufacturing,
Banking and Consumer Photography. KDS continues to be at the forefront of today’s technology by
partnering with i-mate™ to provide Smartphone and Pocket PC solutions.
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