latest technology to help Canadians stay environmentally friendly and

connected

MISSISSAUGA, ON, Sept. 18 /CNW/ - Samsung Electronics Canada and Bell Mobility are helping Canadians go green while staying connected with the launch of the Samsung Reclaim(TM), the first full QWERTY, feature-rich mobile device available in Canada designed with environmentally-responsible components, a bio-plastic casing and fully recyclable packaging. Made from 80 per cent recyclable materials, Samsung Reclaim offers environmentally conscious consumers a perfect blend of responsibility without sacrificing the latest in network speeds and must-have features.

"Samsung is committed to developing environmentally friendly technology that delivers on functionality and style," said Paul Brannen, General Manager, Mobile Communications, Samsung Electronics Canada. "The Reclaim is the latest example of that commitment, as it provides consumers with a feature-rich messaging device that is not only eco-centric, but also powerful, stylish and easy to use."

"We know our clients, now more than ever, are purchasing environmentally friendly products. This is why I'm especially pleased to add the eco-friendly Samsung Reclaim to what is already Canada's largest portfolio of full QWERTY messaging devices," said Adel Bazerghi, Senior Vice President of Products at Bell Mobility. "Bell's exclusive launch of the Reclaim underscores two of our key commitments: environmental leadership and offering clients an industry leading product line up."

An eco-friendly overachiever, Samsung Reclaim is designed with environmentally-responsible components and fully recyclable packaging, making it the perfect wireless handset for the eco- conscious consumer.

- Its bio-plastic material makes up 40 per cent of the Reclaim's outer

casing. Samsung Reclaim is free of polyvinyl chloride (PVC),

phthalates, and nearly free of brominated flame retardants (BFR):

three materials commonly targeted on green electronics guidelines.

- 100 per cent of packaging is fully recyclable.

- The outer packaging and the phone tray inside the box are made from

70 per cent recycled materials. The images and text on the box as

well as the phone warranty information are printed with soy- based

ink.

- The charger is Energy Star approved, consuming 12 times less power

than the Energy Star standard for standby power consumption and is

equipped with a visible notification to alert the user to unplug the

handset once it's fully charged.

Consumers don't have to sacrifice the latest in technology to be environmentally friendly with the Reclaim.