Pantech has announced the launch of the PT-S100, a new 3G (CDMA 2000 1x) phone mainly aimed at camera enthusiasts. The PT-S100 features unique swivel technology design, which allows the phone to adapt to a range of different functions. The new model is specifically designed for camera enthusiasts who can utilize the phone’s advanced functionality to take a wider, more elaborate range of shots.

Another unique feature of the PT-S100 is the keypad, positioned on both sides of the LCD display. The new keypad layout reduces the size of the phone and creates an interesting new trend in mobile handset design.

The embedded 1.3 CMOS camera includes auto focus functionality, which features an adopted semi-shutter system, by which users can control the lens focus manually and take exactly the kind of pictures that they prefer. Four different sizes of still shots can be saved, up to a limit of 999 pictures.

Users also benefit from a movie recording function through the inclusion of QCIF and SQCIF technology. The recorded files are saved in MPEG-4 format and a mini-SD card slot is provided for extra capacity. The enhanced camera function is supported with a big screen of 1.93″.

The MP3 player function and the FM radio are included to provide for users’ entertainment. In addition 3D gaming and an electronic dictionary are also included.

PT-S100 features include:

Pantech’s industry leading excellence in handset design has been acknowledged on numerous occasions, most recently by accolades from the iF Design Awards, run by the German International Forum, and the Red Dot Design Awards.