Nextel and Motorola Announce Innovation of Direct Talk

The Rugged Motorola i315 and i325 Provide a Reliable Back-up Communication System for Public Service Workers

Nextel Communications Inc. and Motorola Inc. announced the availability of Direct Talk, a unique service that provides a back-up off-network walkie-talkie service for use when customers are outside Nextel network coverage areas. This service, available only on the Motorola i315 and i325 from Nextel, provides a range of up to six miles*. Nextel is the first national carrier to offer this type of off-network service integrated directly into a cellular handset.

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