When it begins shipping during the first
quarter of 2007, the new D-Link V-CLICK line of phones will feature tri-band
GSM (900/1800/1900 Mhz) and 802.11 Wi-Fi (2.4Ghz) access. By sliding a cellular
service provider’s SIM Smartcard or chip into the V-CLICK phone, the user
automatically gains GSM access. Stored phone numbers and address books are also
automatically taken into the phone via the SIM Smartcard or chip.

With a simple press of the
V-CLICK button, the phone activates or deactivates the Wi-Fi connection that
allows users to access websites or an Internet phone service, enjoying the
convenience of reduced communication costs, faster transfer speeds, and
increased productivity resulting from dual-mode phone access.

D-Link V-CLICK phones boast a sleek, polished
black compact form factor (h 4.17”, w 1.73”, d .75”), with additional colors
planned to fit any lifestyle. The V-CLICK phones support Opera Mobile, a mobile
browser for logging into Wi-Fi hot spots, web surfing and email functionality
on the V-Click’s two-inch (176x220 pixels) bright color screen.

In addition to operating like
regular cell phones that communicate within a nationwide wireless network,
D-Link V-CLICK phones will significantly reduce cell phone service costs by
switching to the 802.11 wireless modes and connecting to lower-cost Internet
telephone services. These services are available by way of well-advertised
affordable consumer plans or from a cellular service provider network.

For regular cell phone coverage,
the D-Link V-CLICK phones will be "unlocked", allowing users to use
their existing SIMs and pre-paid SIMs from traditional GSM cellular service
providers anywhere in the world. By pressing the V-CLICK button, users activate
a configurable wireless and SIP profile. Multiple profiles are available that
make usage between home and office automatic.

The V-CLICK feature is
increasingly valuable as many cities continue to invest in metro 802.11
wireless technology designed to turn entire communities into Wi-Fi zones.

As wireless phones become more
complex, they also have become more power-hungry. The V-CLICK phone lets users
return to normal cell phone operation for increased battery life and increased
standby and talk time.

Standards-based wireless
encryption (WEP, WPA and WPA2) built into the V-CLICK phone enables enhanced
security of transmission.

D-Link V-CLICK phones will be a
"pay-as-you-go" device, allowing users to purchase call time from
service providers that will load up the phone's SIM card.