Samsung Announces Availability of WEP500 Bluetooth(R) Headset

Slim, Quarter-sized Headset Debuts in Three Color Options

    RICHARDSON, Texas, Sept. 11 /PRNewswire/ -- Samsung Telecommunications
 America (Samsung), today announced the availability Samsung's ultra slim,
 circular designed WEP500 Bluetooth(R) headset. At a mere 7.7mm thick and
 comparable to the size of a quarter, the WEP500 is one of the smallest
 headsets available today and hosts the latest Bluetooth technology, while
 providing excellent sound quality.
     The WEP500 offers noise reduction technology and revolutionary echo
 cancellation performance, which enables seamless conversation in the
 noisiest environments. In addition, the WEP500 features automatic volume
 control, which adjusts the volume when there are changes in background
 noise.
     The WEP500 supports Bluetooth specification version 2.0 and is
 compatible with all Bluetooth enabled phones and devices. For added
 convenience, the WEP500 comes equipped with an innovative jewel-case
 charger cradle that acts as a stylish desktop charger and provides the user
 with a convenient carrying solution that protects the headset when stored
 in briefcases, purses or pockets.
     The WEP500 is available for $119.99 in three different color options --
 sleek chrome and black, exclusively available through AT&T; shimmering dark
 blue exclusively available through Sprint and black with metallic silver
 trim, available at http://www.samsungmobileusa.com/accessories.
     In addition to the new WEP500, Samsung offers an entire portfolio of
 Bluetooth accessories suitable to an array of users' preferences. Products
 include:
 
             WEP410: The WEP410 is a compact, modern headset with a clean,
             linear design that provides first-rate sound quality for an
             enhanced hands-free experience.  The Bluetooth core specification
             version 2.0 headset merges the very best in convenience, style and
             advanced Bluetooth technology.
 
             WEP210: The WEP210 offers sleek, angled lines with a silver finish
             and black accents. The ergonomic, stylish design provides comfort
             without requiring the use of an ear hook and supports Bluetooth
             specification version 2.0.
 
             WEP420: Designed in a joint venture with Bang & Olufsen, Samsung's
             ultra-sleek WEP420 Bluetooth headset features a minimalist yet
             luxurious design. The WEP420 offers simplistic usability with the
             sleek, chrome sliding cover that hides buttons and blocks out
             background noise, increasing the overall sound quality. In
             addition, the WEP420 comes packaged with a uniquely designed
             charger cradle designed for the desktop.
     For more information and pricing for Samsung's line of Bluetooth
 headsets, please visit http://www.samsungmobileusa.com/accessories.
     About Samsung Telecommunications America
     Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC, a Dallas-based subsidiary of
 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., researches, develops and markets wireless
 handsets and telecommunications products throughout North America. For more
 information, please visit http://www.samsungwireless.com.
     About Samsung Electronics
     Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor,
 telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with
 2005 parent company sales of US$56.7 billion and net income of US$7.5
 billion. Employing approximately 128,000 people in over 90 offices in 51
 countries, the company consists of five main business units: Digital
 Appliance Business, Digital Media Business, LCD Business, Semiconductor
 Business and Telecommunication Network Business. Recognized as one of the
 fastest growing global brands, Samsung Electronics is a leading producer of
 digital TVs, memory chips, mobile phones, and TFT-LCDs. For more
 information, please visit http://www.samsung.com.
 
 

SOURCE Samsung Telecommunications America