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Crystal Clear Protection That's Unbelievably Tough and Leaves Your PDA On Display.
Proporta – It’s all become Crystal clear!

Proporta is proud to announce its newest collection of protective cases for a number of popular PDAs. Each case has been carefully designed to provide unbeatable protection whilst complementing the PDA’s stylish good-looks.

The Proporta Crystal Case is made from a plastic known as polycarbonate. This material makes the case extremely durable and scratch resistant and is also used to produce such products as protective eyewear and bullet resistant glass.



Other than being extremely protective, another major advantage the Crystal case has is that is allows the user to view their PDA whether the case is open or closed…as the case is clear the screen is always visible. The double hinge allows the case to be folded through 360 degrees, making the case comfortable to hold and suitable for both left- and right-handed users.

Individual cutouts provide the user with easy access to all the PDA’s features without sacrificing protection or usability.


The Proporta Crystal Case is made from the type of durable and scratch resistant polycarbonate plastic that's used to make protective eyewear.

- shatterproof
- shock absorbent
- completely clear (ideal for use with GPS systems)
- cutouts give access to stylus, ports and controls
- secure closure catch prevents accidental opening
- double hinge allows case to be folded through 360 degrees

These cases are all priced at just $23.95 and are protected by PROPORTA's “never-argue” money-back guarantee. If for any reason or no reason at all, you are not completely happy, Proporta will refund you in full. And do not forget their low worldwide shipping pricing!!

Currently available for the Palm ZIRE 71, IPAQ 19xx Series, IPAQ 22xx Series and soon to be released IPAQ 41xx Series.

Also to be released, is a NEW RETRACTABLE EARBUD/HEADPHONE SET. I do NOT need to tell you the advantages of a retractable Earbud set. NO MORE TANGLES. Now here is an idea that the market has been waiting for. I ordered mine already and will be reviewing it soon for everyone. To be announced on 04-04-04 !! and we will have pictures!!


-Ron Pendleton WebMaster, Palm Place and Wireless World

I am real impressed with the lineup as announced. I have sent in a PressRequest for Pictures

Press Releases 03-16-2004

JABRA Introduces Three New Innovative Bluetooth Headsets
Announcing three new Bluetooth headsets, JABRA further strengthens its position as the market leader of hands-free communication. JABRA now meets every need in the field of wireless headsets.

CeBIT, Hannover (March 18, 2004), JABRA, the world's leading provider of hands?free communication solutions for the mobile consumer market, today announces three new Bluetooth headsets to be launched in early Q3 this year. The three headsets include: JABRA BT500, the next generation of the world's best selling Bluetooth headsets (JABRA BT200 and BT250); JABRA BT800, the full featured high-end headset and JABRA BT110, the entry-level headset with an unrivalled talk and standby time.

According to the ARC Group, the global Bluetooth handset market is expected to rise from 7% in 2003 to 15% of the total handset market in 2004. This means that the potential number of Bluetooth handset users will increase from just over 30 million to more than 70 million globally.

Commenting on these statistics, Morten Steen-Jørgensen, Executive VP, Mobile Division, GN Netcom, said:

"To manage the growing market demand, we are pleased to announce three new and innovative Bluetooth headsets that will not only underline our position as the market leader in hands-free communication, but also ensure we meet the various needs and preferences of the growing number of potential customers."

The three new Bluetooth headsets underline JABRA's position as the foremost brand and innovative developer of hands-free communication solutions dedicated to deliver quality, reliability and performance.

JABRA BT500 - The next generation of JABRA BT200 and BT250
Thirty per cent slimmer than earlier products, the next generation of the world's best selling Bluetooth headsets promises to be the choice of the business professional who requires high performance and superior comfort. Weighing only 20 grams, JABRA BT500 gives state-of-the-art wearing comfort and a sleek contemporary look. It offers up to 8 hours of talk time and 240 hours of standby time. Additional features such as a LED indicator to inform charging and battery level, and a dedicated pairing button are designed to offer greater convenience and ease of use to consumers. Next generation also implies improvements such as increased range, faster connection to the phone and improved audio quality. Last, but not least, an additional power charging option is provided - charging from the desktop/laptop via USB cable. Launch date: Early Q3 2004.

JABRA BT800 - The full featured headset
This extremely stylish high-end headset is the ultimate gadget for early adopters, who love to own the latest technology. JABRA BT800 features a blue backlit LED display for caller ID and an intuitive and easy to use jog wheel to access menu options. Users can select favourite ringing tones in the headset, or use the built-in call-vibrate feature. JABRA BT800 also features DSP (Digital Signal Processing) that improves audio clarity in noisy and windy environments. It automatically adjusts volume level in response to background noise and mutes the headset with a finger tip. It weighs only 25 grams. JABRA BT800 complies with Bluetooth version 1.2 and offers 6 hours of talk time and 200 hours of standby time. Launch date: Early Q3 2004.

JABRA BT110 - The entry-level headset
Keeping it simple - JABRA BT110 is suitable for everyone who wants to enjoy the basic benefits of a wireless headset. It provides 15 hours of talk time on a single AAA battery and its automatic power-down feature allows the user never to worry about standby time. JABRA BT110 also features both the headset and hands-free profile, making the headset compatible with all Bluetooth phones. Sound quality is optimised through JABRA Minigel™*, and JABRA BT110 supports voice dialling and accepting/rejecting in-coming calls. A very secure, behind-the-ear fit and a total weight of only 26 grams (including battery) make JABRA BT110 a very comfortable and attractive headset to wear. Launch date: Early Q3 2004.


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