Virgin Mobile launches vDesire with over 1000 SMS storage capability

18 December 2008

New Delhi: youth focused mobile service brand Virgin Mobile  has launched its new handset, vDesire.

Distinctively slim, measuring just 11.5 mm, this stylish, chrome finished mobile device is endowed with 1000 SMS storage capability and supports a large internal phonebook with 500 X 5 entries.

The phone comes with an attractive 65K color screen, FM Radio, Stereo headset, Speaker phone, Prepaid connection and a lifetime validity at a price point of Rs1,699, to lure in young users.

Tthe handset allows users one touch access to Virgin Mobile's data portal Vbytes, from where they can download wallpapers, ring tones and games at a daily access charge of just Rs5.

Deval Parikh, chief officer, handsets, VAS & procurement, Virgin Mobile India, said, ''Constant access to social circles is a top priority for youth consumers. The need for style and instant communication has hit the younger generation like never before and SMSing has become an integral part of their lifestyle today. Keeping this in mind, we have introduced the vDesire phone that comes with a harmonious blend of style and features at a price that no other phone offers in this space''.

''Weighing merely 63 grams, the stylish, ultra slim vDesire phone with just 11.5 mm thickness and 1000 SMS storage capacity is a steal in this price range for the stylish youth,'' he further added.

To appeal to the youth segment, Virgin Mobile handsets have all been designed to present a blend of competitive pricing, style and features. This includes introduction of a few bundled offers such as vKewl, vBling, vSleek, vTrendy and vSwing. vKewl has features like video recording, 1.3 mega pixel camera, MP 3 player, FM radio and is loaded with MMS, speakers and headset.