Canada-based Datawind Ltd has made announcement about the launching of its PocketSurfer2, a handheld device permitting users to access Internet on the move, in the Indian market.

The newly launched product will be distributed through HCL Infosystems.

With dimensions of 109 x 60 x 13.5 mm, the new ultra-thin, glossy mobile device has a weight of 174 grams.

It sports a metallic backlit QWERTY keyboard with strong tactile response and keys that are six times larger than those available on other handhelds.

The keyboard has been designed for ease of use: the major keys are six times larger, making fast typing easier compared to those available on other handhelds

It’s also backlit, so users can type away in all lighting conditions without squinting to see where each is.

The company said that the new device has brought mobile web browsing to a whole new level of clarity as it comes equipped with a 640 pixel full-color wide screen, which will ensure display of web-pages in their original layout with full HTML, graphics, Java-Script, Ajax, Frames and other complex web functionality.

Moreover, it has an ability to display web pages in just 7 seconds.
 
Other key features of the PocketSurfer2 include Quad Band GPRS 850/900/1800/1900 MHz, Built-in GPS receiver (Location Based Service), Touchpad Navigation, Internal High Performance Antenna, Rechargeable Lithium polymer battery, Provides 4 hours active usage; 4 days standby, Transreflective 640 x 240 backlit display, Mini-USB charging port, Mouse pointer and many others.

The model is available at a price of Rs 11,990 (inclusive of taxes) in India.

The company is offering free plus paid mobile Internet access with it. PocketSurfer2 offers free monthly usage of 35 hours for year. Unlimited Usage plan is available at just Rs 99 per month. Second year of service will cost users Rs 999 along with 35 hours per month for a whole year.