Rogers launches quick messaging phones

TORONTO – Noting that its customers sent and received over 1.2 billion text messages in January 2009 alone, Rogers Wireless is rolling out three quick messaging phones for “text-happy” customers. Designed for simple text or picture messaging, instant messaging or mobile email, the Samsung Propel, Samsung Gravity and LG Neon will be exclusive to the Canadian market, according to the press release. "Rogers is thrilled to bring these exclusive quick messaging handsets to the Canadian market to better serve the needs of our customers who are heavy texters," said John Boynton, senior vice president and CMO, in the release. “Our...