Virgin Mobile Launches Ocean 2

Humberto Saabedra

ocean-2As expected, Virgin Mobile has launched the successor to the Pantech Ocean in the Ocean 2.

The multimedia device features an improved Ultimate Inbox client, Helio Connect social networking client, ActiveSync support, Microsoft Direct Push email support, 2.0 megapixel camera with video recorder, 1xEVDO packet data, Opera HTML browser, larger landscape QVGA display, microSDHC expansion slot, media player with DRM support, sliding standard and QWERTY keyboards, speakerphone, and Bluetooth with stereo audio support.

The device is now available from Virgin Mobile for $250 after new 2 year agreement with an additional $101 instant online rebate bringing the total to $149.

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