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The W.E.™ Phone:

Open Source and it works everywhere you do
Want to run your business efficiently and without a hitch no matter where in the world you happen to be? At home or on the road, you'll come to appreciate the W.E.™ Phone for having all the features you need to help you stay connected and at the top of your field. As it's open source, you'll be able to customize the W.E.™ Phone to suit your business needs, including higher levels of security and encryption if necessary. 

Huge savings, both in time and money
A tri-band GSM Wi-Fi enabled device, the W.E.™ Phone will put you in communication with your clients and staff via inexpensive or free VoIP calls, which represents huge savings over conventional calls. Its GPS functionality can help you track places, people, and assets, truly allowing you to maximize the use of your time.

Fast, powerful, full-featured, and plenty of storage for all your needs
A high resolution touchscreen is a must-have for fast and easy data entry and retrieval. USB host and device support is a given, so you'll be able to add peripherals and retrieve/reconcile data with ease whether you're an at-home or on-the-road warrior. Or both. 

Storage of 256 MB NAND flash is included, and you can add up to 8GB with the MicroSD card expansion bay for more intensive data storage requirements such as multimedia.  The W.E.™ Phone's fast 400 MHz speed means you can leave larger computing appliances at home or even dispense with them completely. It is entirely possible to conduct your business from the palm of your hand. Wouldn't that be a smart way for you to do business?

Low-cost and eco-friendly
And what's more, you can be kind to the earth and your wallet at the same time. Going green has never been easier! All Koolu W.E.™ products are low-power consuming, RoHS compliant appliances. Getting into business with a single low-cost, extremely low wattage computer appliance will reduce your carbon footprint and your business expenses. We're committed to long-term sustainability and success for you and OUR PLANET.

How to get on the waiting list to purchase a W.E. Phone:
(1) Sign up This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it for Google Apps (a great GREEN business tool, and it's FREE!)

(2) Once your registration has been verified, please send an e-mail to: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it , with the subject W.E. Phone Waiting List.  Please include your Google Apps e-mail address in the body of the e-mail, and indicate if you would like to be on the developer list.  You will then be added to the list.

The Koolu W.E.™ Phone will only be available to Google Apps users.  A limited initial release will occur in the second quarter, with a wide-spread release of the W.E.™ Phone slated for the Summer of 2008.

The W.E.™ Phone will be available to developers this June, and to consumers in the late Summer of 2008.


Contact Koolu W.E.™ to order yours today.
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ISPs and VARs

We welcome inquiries from wireless ISPs and VARs about carrying the Koolu W.E.™ Phone special Debian Linux tartan edition. Contact Koolu W.E.™ today to find out more about how we can benefit your business with our green line-up of products and services.

The Debian Linux tartan weave, which spells out "Debian" in Morse Code, was specially commissioned by attendees of the Debian Linux conference held in Edinburgh, Scotland in June 2007. Yes, geeks have a sense of style, too!


W.E.™ Phone Features

Open platform
  • Open source code allows modification 
  • Unlocked
  • Enables more extensive security audit
  • Allows for custom up-grades and customizable encryption.
  • Easily read in bright sunlight.
  • mono speaker, stereo headset capable.
  • Future Feature: 700 Mhz

640x480 touchscreen

  • High resolution useful for inventory tracking, personal organization or information display
  • Ideal for multimedia

Tri-band (900/1800/1900), compatible with majority of cell phone providers worldwide. 850 MHz version for enhanced US support could be provided

  • SMS (useful for person-to-person payment systems and/or information services)
  • Remote data reconciliation with data connection over GPRS
  • Regular voice phone calls possible

Wi-Fi enabled

  • Connect to a wireless network
  • Make internet calls (SIP based VoIP) for huge savings on your telephone bill
  • Useful for triangulation applications such as building asset management
  • Fast data connection for server based applications such as Google Apps

GPS enabled

  • Access mapping databases
  • Track assets (inventory, vehicles, etc.)
  • Location-based advertising possible

400 MHz processor

  • Smooth, enjoyable application performance
  • Sufficient for cryptographic applications
  • Can run server-based applications such as Google Apps

256 MB of NAND flash

  • Sufficient storage for customized software
  • Allows for offline data collection prior to reconciliation with a server/data warehouse

MicroSD card expansion bay

  • Up to 8GB storage expansion for large data collection requirements
  • Multimedia and other large files can be stored
  • Handsfree headset support
  • Wireless reconciliation with laptop or server
  • Allows external input devices (wireless keyboard, mouse)
  • Wireless peer-to-peer sharing of data/applications including potential for micro-payments

Bluetooth support

USB host support

  • Connect USB devices
  • Attach an external camera device, keyboard, mouse
  • Add data input devices such as card swipers, barcode scanners
  • Add external security FOB for encryption or sensitive information

USB device support

  • Charges through standard USB port (international plugs/voltages not an issue)
  • Connects to computer/server for data reconcilation
  • Add content, data or software from a computer

Accelerometers

  • Can use for unique user requirements or applications (as a remote control)
  • Able to use them for unique user requirements or applications (ie: as a remote control or 3D mouse).