A month back, we had reported about an anonymous solar-powered phone with a water-resistance capability from KDDI and Sharp. Now, the companies that unveiled the above mentioned handset have announced the launch of a similar capability phone in the Japanese market, called the SH002. Well, we believe that both the phones are one and the same as the looks and the features are exactly akin.
Electronista revealed that Japanese wireless provider KDDI is all set to unveil the solar-powered mobile phone, named the SH002, which is developed by Sharp.
Once charged through the included solar panel, the flip phone is able to deliver 10 minutes of talk-time or 140 minutes of standby time. In order to receive the stated battery life, the device needs to be exposed to the sun for around 2 hours. Moreover, there is a 1.1-inch electronic paper display that indicates the charging efficiency as well as status of the solar panel and battery.
The clamshell design handset is also said to be IPX5/7 rated for the resistance to water exposure.
Besides, it also comes with ‘Au Smart Sports for Fitness’ software that works with a Bluetooth-connected pedometer for gauging the amount of calories being burnt. The solar-powered phone also has the ability to inform users about the body fat in percentage. Also, the SH002 is pre-loaded with Japanese golf course map data and a built-in GPS sensor, enabling users to know how far they are from the pin.
A 3-inch display with a 480×854 resolution, up to 2GB microSD memory card, a 5-megapixel camera with autofocus and image stabilization are some of the features of the Sharp SH002. A Wi-Fi radio, 1Seg TV tuner and Mobile wallet functionality round out the key specs.
KDDI will release the Sharp SH002 mobile phone in Japan on June 24, 2009. The price is still a mystery, though.
