"Landline text messaging is a disruptive force that will transform both the wireless and wireline service provider businesses, " said David Diggs, vice president of Wireless Internet Development at CTIA - The Wireless Association.

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The Transform Ultra is the perfect device for the consumer who desires an Android touchscreen along with a text-friendly full QWERTY keypad.

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