WyndMail Wireless Communication for Windows CE Now Available
SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. — February 10, 1997 — Wynd Communications Monday announced availability of WyndMail wireless communication for Windows CE, Microsoft Corp.'s new operating system for handheld PC devices.
WyndMail turns any Windows CE device into a complete, portable communications tool. For just $ 29.95 per month, Windows CE users receive the WyndMail all-inclusive wireless mobile communications solution, with the required software, service and mobile network connection.
"WyndMail is the ultimate e-mail solution for the Windows CE platform. It enables Windows CE users to be completely portable and without wires, even when they're sending e-mails and faxes," said Tim Bajarin, president of Creative Strategies in San Jose. "WyndMail is the solution for Windows CE users who want to stay connected no matter where they go."
Selected by Microsoft as a primary application for Windows CE, WyndMail uses the platform's built-in e-mail application which makes sending and receiving e-mail, faxes and voice-to-text/text-to-voice messages very simple. "WyndMail running with Windows CE literally requires no learning curve. It's completely intuitive," Bajarin added.
WyndMail for Windows CE features "Message Header Preview," (MHP) giving users a powerful tool for managing their wireless messages and containing mobile communication costs. "Message Header Preview enables WyndMail users to determine what messages are most important and then choose which messages they receive wirelessly," said Dan Luis, vice president of business development at Wynd Communications. "Knowing the content of a message before it is accessed is a service feature that gives WyndMail users the ability to better manage their time and resources while on the road."
WyndMail Users Get Messages Instantly, Without Dialing or Waiting
WyndMail enables users of Windows CE handheld devices to stay connected regardless of where they travel. WyndMail delivers messages to the user without dialing in, without waiting and without initializing. Users can even send/receive messages during meetings without interruption and can forward WyndMail messages to any Internet address.
"WyndMail puts a suite of high-powered communications tools into the hands of Windows CE users," said Robert Kimball, chief technology officer for Wynd. "These tools go wherever the handheld PC goes, providing instant, discreet communications in meetings, on the go, or on the road."
"The announcement of WyndMail for Windows CE is applauded by Microsoft," said Jon Magill, director of marketing, consumer appliances group at Microsoft. "With broad industry support from companies such as Wynd Communications, the Windows CE platform will allow handheld computing to expand to its fullest. We are excited that Wynd Communications has delivered on its commitment to providing support for the handheld PC platform with its wireless e-mail solution."
The wireless modem and software are contained within the handheld computer providing a completely wire-free and portable solution. It operates using the RAM Mobile Data Network, which currently provides coverage in 92 percent of the metropolitan United States and is still expanding.
Because WyndMail works with a wireless modem, there are no long distance charges, access fees, or hefty surcharges on calls made from hotel rooms. While most WyndMail messages cost 30 cents or less, short messages cost just a dime, making it an affordable alternative to wired communications. The Wynd service bureau provides filtering and forwarding of messages, giving users the ability to personalize the e-mail functions to suit their own personal work styles, such as the choice of which messages are received wirelessly.
Pricing & Availability
WyndMail for Windows CE is now shipping and is available directly from Wynd Communications (800/549-9800) or can be downloaded for free from the company's Web site at www.wynd.com, beginning Feb. 15. The service plan is priced at $ 29.95 per month and includes the software and service. The Basic Service Plan includes 200 message units of send/receive data, with each message unit equal to 150 characters. Additional message units cost only 5 cents each.
Wyndmail requires a wireless modem which can be rented directly from Wynd Communications for $ 39.95 per month, or purchased for $ 500.
Company Background
Founded in 1994, Wynd Communications is a leading provider of wireless e-mail services for the portable and handheld computer market. Designed and tested for total compatibility with today's best-selling portable computers, Wynd's services empower mobile users to easily manage and stay connected to people, events, and projects from anywhere on the road. Wynd's product line includes wireless e-mail solutions for all portable and handheld computers using Microsoft Windows 95, Windows 3.x, MacOS, MS-DOS, HP Palmtop, and Apple Newton operating systems. Web Address: http://www.wynd.com .
NOTE: Wynd and WyndMail are registered trademarks of Wynd Communications Corp. Microsoft, Windows and MS-DOS are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corp. in the United States and/or other countries. Apple, Newton and MessagePad are registered trademarks of Apple Computer.
CONTACT:
Wynd Communications Corp., San Luis Obispo
Teri Bruno, 714/536-8407
E-mail: [email protected]
or
Joe Karp, 805/781-6000
E-mail: [email protected]