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The Zipit Wireless Messenger 2 messaging specific device that can send SMS text messages over the cellular network, or send IMs if connected through WiFi. The IM works with your AOL, Yahoo and MSN IM accounts for free using the 802.11 g/b wireless protocols. The Z2 can play music and has a photo viewer along with a microSD slot for additional storage. It can also stream internet radio. It is similar in size to a smartphone.

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Cheap monthly text messaging fee
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Inexpensive text-only device
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Full QWERTY keyboard
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WiFi enabled for free instant messaging
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Text message using SMS
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No web browser
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A little big
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Freezes randomly
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Poor sound quality
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Text-Messaging

The Z2 uses the standard SMS text messaging protocol, meaning you can send text messages to any cell phone. The monthly service plan for the text messaging access costs $4.99/month, making it a cheap alternative to high text messaging fees with your standard cell phone service provider. The Zipit has a cap on the number of textmessages sent and received with the plan (3,000) so you never have overages.

Features

  • Screen: 2.9” LCD with 320 X 240 resolution
  • Weight: 0.781 lbs
  • Dimensions: 3.74" X 3" X 0.9"
  • Fully backlit QWERTY keyboard
  • No IM fees
  • $4.99/month for text messaging
  • Stream internet radio
  • Plays music
  • Share photos
  • microSD slot for added storage
  • Rechargeable Lithium Ion battery

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4 comments about Zipit Wireless Messenger 2

1.  avatar squalorking  Mar 13, 2008 3:50pm

Though it has a good price point and design, it's too late. IM on cell phones- even in 'Merica, is common.
2.  avatar amymontiel7  Jul 15, 2008 7:14pm

well yeah but...im only allowed to get that cuz im only yung and + i aint allowed to call so yeah i like these kinda more :]
3.  avatar mouthygyrl  Jul 16, 2008 11:50pm

Although not avaible in Canada, does it work there?
4.  avatar bugmenot  Jul 20, 2008 4:28pm

Cell phone contracts cost a lot, and furthermore, its easier to dodge a SMS/Text Message than a cell phone call, so such a device provides greater peace of mind. We need more devices like this..
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    Manufacturer Zipit
    MSRP $149.99
    Release Date Jan. 1, 2008

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