DoCoMo unveiled the new mova® 506i series of three PDC (2G) i-mode mobile phones [.jpg image] in Tokyo and WWJ was on hand to video the event. These new handsets feature cameras with effective resolutions of more than one million pixels. They also come with infrared ports for exchanging data and photos with compatible handsets, performing infrared-based functions such as remote-control operation of appliances and authentication and cashless payments with your Visa credit card.

Additional characteristics of the 506i series phones include*:

Ability to read JAN Code and QR Code, enabling easy retrieval of data from printed materials, copying information to the phone’s address book and saving text as well as pictures and melodies. i-appli™ DX function allowing a wider range of Java-enabled content, enhanced customizing of the phone address book and data exchange using i-appli applications and i-mode mail. QVGA LCD with a size of 320 x 240 dots or larger. Press Release

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