Mobile Tornado Group PLC (AIM: MBT) said it launched its of its own branded phone, the BB3G, a ruggedised 3G phone, with the company's Push to Talk, Push to Locate and Push to Alert applications embedded.
Developed in partnership with ZTE, one of the leading mobile phone producers in China, the phone is designed for use in tough, noisy and outdoor environments such as construction facilities management, transport, and the emergency services.
PTT allow users to exchange real time voice messages between mobile phones and/or personal computers.
PTL uses Global Positioning System (GPS) technology to allow employers to know where their employees are instantly, delivering real time information to a PC interface controlled by the employer.
PTA was developed following feedback from customers, and allows the BB3G to be targeted at the burgeoning lone worker market. The ability for employees to alert a central control unit in the event that they find themselves in difficulty is a key requirement for devices that are targeted at this market.
The BB3G will be distributed through the network of international sales partners that is being established and the company's first order from InTechnology PLC for 10,000 phones will be delivered this week, Mobile Tornado added.
