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06/16/2009

Video Call

Video Call is a service which permits the transmission of voice and image simultaneously during conversations by cellular. It means, during a call, it's possible to see the person we are talking to and also be seen by this person in real time.

To make a video call between two people it's necessary both cellulars compatible with 3G technology and have the necessary especifications for the service. Compatible cellphones have icons for video calls. All the cellphones with 3G capabilities and have frontal camera are able to use this service.

Monthly prices for use through Vodafone in Portugal (Jun/09)

Vodafone	Price in Euro	Condition of the call
	39.7 cents/minute	Vodafone 's own net
	80.3 cents/minute	Other local operators' net
	1.01 euro/minute	In international Roaming

This service is one of the great 3G technology appeals, besides the high speeds for internet connection. With the speed offered by new 3G nets and new cellphone capability it will be possible to offer a satisfactory experience in this kind of service.

In Brazil, operators such as Tim, Claro and BrT GSM, are already offering this service for their clients, which in the beginning is restricted to limits in the operators 3G coverage and there isn't any charge for the activation of the service. Check the prices and conditions of the service offered currently.

Operator	Price	Condition
Claro	R$ 0.60 per minute	Claro 's 3G net
Tim	Same prices for voice calls of the hired plan	Tim's 3G net
Vivo	R$ 0.60 per post-paid minute R$ 1.40 per prepaid minute	Only among clients of this operator

Manufacturer	Model*
Nokia	3120, 5610, 6110, 6120, 6210, 6500, 6600, E71, N95, N76, E61i, E51, E65, N73, N81, N96, E66,
Sony Ericsson	K660, K850, Z750, Z780, W760, W910, W980, C902
Samsung	A706, G400, I850, I900
LG	MU500, KF390, KF700, KC910
HTC	TyTN II, Touch Dual, Touch Diamond
Motorola	V9, Z10