Nokia 6682

Rogers Wireless today announced the launch of the Nokia 6682RVI, equipped with screen reading software to make it accessible for customers with vision loss.

The Nokia 6682RVI, equipped with Nuance TALKS(TM) software from Nuance Communications (NASDAQ: NUAN) gives consumers with vision loss equal and independent access to many of today's advanced wireless features and services. Nuance TALKS essentially turns the Nokia 6682RVI handset into a "talking phone" by converting menus, instructions and content displayed on the screen into audio output through its internal speaker, or an optional wired or Bluetooth headset.

According to Statistics Canada, there are more than 600,000 Canadians living with significant vision loss. Current projections indicate that with our aging population, this number will increase dramatically over the next ten years. Nuance TALKS allows these customers to be more wirelessly connected since audible cues provide access to the services available on the phone. "As Canada's largest wireless carrier, Rogers Wireless continues to offer the latest innovations in mobile communications. The 6682RVI levels the mobile playing field by giving our customers with vision loss the ability to independently access and interact with some of the most advanced wireless features and services available today," said John Boynton, SVP & Chief Marketing Officer, Rogers Wireless.

"CNIB applauds Rogers for its leadership in creating an accessible cell phone," commented Jim Sanders, CNIB President & CEO. "Technology holds great potential in increasing independence for people with vision loss; however this potential is only realized if a product is accessible.

Devices like this are invaluable for anyone, particularly seniors, who experience difficulty reading small print."

"We are pleased to be working with Rogers Wireless and the CNIB on such an important initiative," said Paul Chapple, General Manager, Nokia Canada. "As a mobile phone manufacturer, we are committed to always keeping our customers connected, be it with friends, family or loved ones. A mobile phone that is accessible to consumers with vision loss is an important part of this commitment."

With Nuance TALKS and the Nokia 6682RVI, customers can:

- With audio feedback, send and receive emails and text messages
- Customize phone settings and profiles according to personal preferences
- Monitor status indicators for battery, network, etc.
- Manage call logs and personal phone directory
- Use calendar, notes, (Increase/decrease volume of voice synthesizer)
- Increase/decrease speaking rate
- Available in English and French

The Nokia 6682RVI is ONLY available on rogers.com/visuallyimpaired for $199.00 with a three year term or by calling 1-888-764-3772 or 1-888-ROGERS-2.

Source: Rogers Wireless