Toshiba TG01 unveiled in UK by Orange

Orange Toshiba TG01 Earlier this week, Orange had announced that it would be launching the world’s first Touchscreen Watch phone in the UK. Now, they have yet another interesting news for the phone lovers, Orange would offer the Toshiba TG01 in the UK.

This high definition handset would be retailed through Orange channels. The company aims to offer consumers innovative multimedia handsets that would enable users to enjoy the latest technology. The TG01 presents premium touchscreen that allows users to experience cinematic viewing on their handheld device.

Francois Mathieu, Director of Devices, Orange UK quoted, “We’re really pleased to have teamed up with Toshiba to bring the TG01 exclusively to the UK. We believe the TG01 is a prime example of manufacturer innovation, and is a device that is at the very top of its game which will allow users to make the most from their mobile experience.”

The Toshiba handset is loaded with features and presents largest widescreen ever on a handset. The elite TG01 comes with a pre-loaded film trailer for the forthcoming summer chart buster ‘GI Joe’. Further, it presents a huge 4.1-inch W-VGA screen that seems to be ideal for watching TV, videos and viewing pictures in high quality.

This powerful mobile device becomes the first handset to be sold in the UK by offering processing power of 1Ghz. Thus, it presents the speed of a notebook and offers fast mobile internet connectivity. Apart from offering rich multimedia features, it also facilitates users to update their social networking pages or browse the web.

“The TG01 is quite simply the next step in cutting edge mobile technology that will enable us to deliver mobile content for Orange customers at unprecedented levels of speed and quality. We are delighted to be partnering with Orange to launch the exciting new TG01 handset into the UK Market,” stated Bernard Labaume, VP Business Development & Trade Marketing, Toshiba Information Systems (UK) Ltd, Mobile Communications Division.

The TG01 is the foremost handset from Toshiba that is entering into Orange’s successful Signature Series. To enhance the users’ experience it ensures quick links. To top it all, the handset features shortcuts to the best of Orange TV & Video, Orange Maps and Orange World.

The mobile phone will be free to customers who opt for a £39.15 per month or a 24 month price plan. The package is inclusive of 1200 any network call minutes, unlimited texts, Orange Maps and also includes anytime internet browsing, which is exclusive to Orange in the UK.

The handset is already available from Orange in France, and will also be soon available from Orange in Switzerland and Romania.