RadioMail is First Wireless Messaging Product to Earn IBM “ThinkPad Proven” Emblem
SAN MATEO, Calif. — February 15, 1994 — RadioMail Remote for DOS, the first two-way wireless messaging solution to earn the IBM PC Direct ThinkPad Proven emblem, will be available as a complete wireless messaging package that can be ordered through IBM's PC Direct channel in March.
The RadioMail Remote for DOS package consists of a radio frequency (RF) modem with connector to the IBM ThinkPad family of portable computers, RadioMail remote client software and a user's manual. The software includes automatic sign-up for RadioMail's two-way wireless message delivery service that can connect to almost any wired or wireless e-mail address in the United States.
RadioMail's "anywhere and anytime" two-way messaging lets traveling professionals realize the full potential of their ThinkPad computers. In many cases, ThinkPad users with RadioMail can continue to be highly productive while away from the office. RadioMail service is among the first products selected for the ThinkPad Proven program following a rigorous quality and performance evaluation.
"The ThinkPad Proven emblem provides an added level of assurance for ThinkPad users looking for a wide variety of features and options," said Scott L. Bower, Director, Mobile Computing Brands, IBM Personal Computer Company-Americas. "Whenever customers see the ThinkPad Proven emblem on products, they can buy with the confidence that the manufacturer has met standards for compatibility, warranty and product support that are among the highest in the industry."
Ed Forman, RadioMail vice president of marketing, said, "It is a significant milestone for us to be the first wireless messaging solution awarded the ThinkPad Proven emblem for one of the world's most popular notebook computers. While RadioMail is available on most portable platforms, the unique ThinkPad Proven program offers users a convenient single source for a plug-in wireless messaging solution."
The RadioMail Remote for DOS package is currently ThinkPad Proven for the ThinkPad 350 and 500. Users can begin RadioMail service through the on-air sign-up feature by simply entering name, address and valid credit card number. They then send this information wirelessly to RadioMail for instant sign-on and service information.
The RadioMail Remote for DOS package includes the activation charge for RadioMail service, a choice of RF modem (Motorola InfoTAC or EricssonGE Mobidem) and carries a three-year warranty as well as free customer support through a 24first 45 days of service are free to RadioMail Remote for DOS customers.
RadioMail's gateway service uses the RAM Mobile Data and ARDIS RF networks, which cover thousands of cities nationwide. ThinkPad users can also access RadioMail NewsFactory, the first wireless service for on-demand delivery of news and financial information. Newsfactory is available to RadioMail service subscribers at no extra charge.
RadioMail Corporation operates a wireless two-way public gateway that provides messages and information to intelligent portable computing devices equipped with radio modems; messages also can be sent to pagers and fax machines. Subscribers are assigned a Radio Mailbox(TM) in RadioMail's computer center, enabling them to send and receive messages over the RAM Mobile Data and ARDIS two-way wireless networks. Subscribers can communicate with users of a wide range of public and private networks, including corporate mail systems such as Lotus cc:Mail, public access systems such as MCI Mail, ATT Mail, America Online, Prodigy and CompuServe; and the worldwide Internet.
Note to Editors: RadioMail is a registered trademark of RadioMail Corporation. All other trademarks belong to their respective companies.
CONTACT:
RadioMail Corp.
Ed Forman, 415/286-7800
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or
IBM Personal Computer Company
Jim Geis, 407/982-3157
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or
Ulevich & Orrange Inc.
William Orrange or Janis Ulevich, 415/329-1590
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