KYOCERA Announces the Commercialization of A5521K
au's Thinnest Model* at 18mm, Featuring a 2.4-Inch Mobile ASV Liquid Crystal Display
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(This document was translated from the Japanese press release.)
May 22, 2006
Kyocera Corporation (President: Makoto Kawamura) today announced that it is to commercialize the A5521K, a slim mobile CDMA 1X terminal as a new model for au. This compact 18mm model is au's thinnest model and it boasts a clear-view 2.4-inch mobile ASV liquid crystal display and many other user-friendly functions. This product is scheduled to be released in early June through au.
*As of May 22, 2006, in all foldable mobile terminals.
The A5521K in tuxedo black
| Model |
A5521K |
| Release date |
Scheduled for early June, 2006 |
| Price |
Set by the retailer |
| Color of main body |
Three colors: Cloth silver, Kalmia pink and Tuxedo black |
| Sales companies |
KDDI Corporation, Okinawa Cellular Telephone Company |
| Standard equipment |
Main body, battery pack, desktop holder, stereo earphone, instruction manual, easy mannual and warranty |
While an increasing number of mobile phones are multifunctional in the today's mobile phone market, there is growing demand amongst users for a thinner model. Against this background, Kyocera is to commercialize a friendly design mobile phone with substantial functions packed into its 18mm thick body, the thinnest of all au models. The A5521K is to be launched in series from early June as a mobile phone that meets the demands of a wide range of users.
The A5521K's compact 18mm thick body is fitted with a 2.4-inch ASV liquid crystal display, which provides a large display of photos taken as well as the characters. The handset is also equipped with a camera with approximately 1.31 mega pixels. The unit supports EZ-FM, enabling the user to write email or set functions while listening to the radio. The unit's friendly design facilitates functions that allow the user to use the phone in a carefree manner. For instance, phone features large character display, Tsukaikata-Navi® (Using Navi) and the save mode. The unit packs both functionality and user-friendliness into its compact body.
Color Variation
The A5521K is available in the following three color variations:
From left: Cloth silver, Kalmia pink, Tuxedo black (front and side views)
<Main Features of the A5521K>
Slim and flat profile
Its 18mm thick body makes the A5521K au's thinnest model. The mobile phone is flat and small enough to fit comfortably in the user's pocket or a bag without taking up much space, so it is ideal for the fashion-conscious users. The metal panel surrounding the camera and the clear panel around the sub-LCD are bonded together to create an expensive and high-quality appearance. A linear lamp that notifies the user of an incoming call is fitted between the camera and the sub-LCD.
Clear-view 2.4-inch ASV liquid crystal display
The unit features a mobile ASV liquid crystal display capable of displaying 260,000 colors that measures fully 2.4 inches. The display is high-contrast with a wide angle of view, and is capable of displaying the photos taken as well as characters clearly and vividly, even in bright sunlight.
Compact body with full of substantial functions
-Equipped with a 1.3 mega pixel camera
-Infrared communication function that facilitates the exchange of addresses
-Support for EZ-FM, enabling the user to enjoy listening to the radio on the mobile phone
User-friendly design and range of functions for carefree use
-Large character display making the characters easy-to-read
-Distinctive ring, as well as clearly amplified voice and strong vibration
-Smart mode that accumulates only the necessary functions
-Save mode for extended use of the mobile phone
-Tsukaikata-Navi®(Using Navi) and a function guide to assist in user operation
Emotion mail and the pair function that make communication fun
-Emotion mail
This function divines the feeling of the sender from the received mail and notifies the user by displaying one of eight icons depicting different facial expressions.
-Pair function
This function is a kind of barometer that indicates the level of intimacy with the partner in communication. It is part of the convenient function that establishes a connection with the partner right away. The icon changes its facial expression as communication becomes more frequent.
Main Specifications of the A5521K
| Dimensions (mm) |
Approx. W50 x H97 x D18.2
(18.4 mm at the thickest part) |
| Weight |
Approx. 107g (including batteries) |
| Continuous call duration |
Approx. 200 minutes |
| Continuous standby time |
Approx. 400 hours |
| Charge time |
Approx. 110 minutes |
| Colors |
Cloth silver, Kalmia pink, Tuxedo black |
| Screen size (main/sub) |
Main: Approx. 2.4 inches
Sub: Approx. 0.9 inches |
| Screen resolution (main/sub) |
Main: QVGA (240 x 320 dots)
Sub: 96 x 64 dots |
| Camera |
Approx. 1.31 mega pixel |
| Data folder capacity |
Approx. 18MB (or 500 items)
(8MB out of 18MB is a BREW® folder) |
| Attachment capacity, number of attachment |
Inbox: 500KB/file, up to 5 files
Outbox: 500KB in total, up to 5 files |
| Email outbox capacity |
Approx. 200KB (or 200 mail items) |
| Email inbox capacity |
Approx. 500KB (or 500 mail items) |
| Email inbox folders |
11 folders |
| Input function |
Advanced Wnn V2 |
| Address automatic change and transmission |
compliant |
| Number of items able to be registered in address book |
700 items |
| Message memo/voice memo |
20 seconds x 3 memos/ 20 seconds x 1 memo |
| Sound source |
64-bit maximum |
| External memory |
microSDTM memory card (available separately) |
| Release date |
Scheduled in early June, 2006 |
| Recommended retail price |
Set by the retailer |
*The continuous call duration and the continuous standby time are average figures with adequate signal reception from au. The figures may be shorter depending on the signal strength at the location and the operating environment. When the continuous call and standby are combined, both durations are shortened. The continuous call duration and the continuous standby time are correct at the time of product release and are subject to change without notice due to a change in the specifications of the systems and suchlike by au group companies.
*Trademarks related to BREW® and BREW® are trademarks or registered trademarks of Qualcomm Incorporated.
*Advanced Wnn V2 by Omron Software Co., Ltd. is used for Japanese conversion of this product. Advanced Wnn V2© Omron Software Co., Ltd. 2004-2006 All Rights Reserved.
*This product uses the technology of Macromedia® Flash LiteTM developed by Macromedia, Inc. Copyright© 1995-2006 Macromedia, Inc .All rights reserved. Macromedia, Flash, Flash Lite, Macromedia Flash and Macromedia Flash Lite are trademarks or registered trademarks of Macromedia, Inc. in the United States and other countries.
*This product uses Tsukaikata-Navi® (Using Navi). Tsukaikata-Navi® is a registered trademark of CANNAC, Inc.
*NetFront v3.1 M-IMAP Client for KDDI of ACCESS Co., Ltd. is used as an Internet mail function in this product. Copyright© 2003-2006 ACCESS Co., Ltd. NetFront is a trademark or a registered trademark of ACCESS Co., Ltd. in Japan and other countries.
*Chaku-Uta® is a trademark or a registered trademark of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan), Inc.
*microSDTM is a trademark of SD Association.
*IrDA Protocol Stack DeepCore®3.0© ITX E-Globaledge Corp. All Rights Reserved.
*The characters and images owned by Yamashita Kohei/mountain mountain are used in this product. Copyright© Yamashita Kohei/mountain mountain.
*The license for the software installed in this product is held by the user of this product. Please observe the following conditions when using this software. (a) No part of the source code in the software must be copied, distributed, modified, analyzed, reverse-engineered or derived. (b) No part of the software must be exported in contravention of the laws and regulations. (c) There is no implied warranty of merchantability concerning the suitability of the software for a particular purpose, nor for the non-infringement of a third party's intellectual property right.
*Other trademarks in this news release are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective manufacturers.
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