Alltel Wireless has introduced Alltel Avatars, a 3D animated MMS greeting service that allows users to choose from an extensive library of pre-produced greetings.
Powered by Vidiator and its Xend 3D hosted platform, this latest service also allows users to use templates to create their own greeting using 3D avatars, photos, voice and more. Vidiator is a 3G mobile multimedia platform provider.
Connie Wong, CEO at Vidiator, said that the 3D animated avatar-based mobile messaging driven by Xend 3D goes well beyond simple text, and is the next “big leap” in mobile messaging.
He also said that it enables carriers to bridge the gap between short messaging service (SMS) and new 'entertainment-focused MMS messaging applications and advertising.
With Alltel Avatars, users can add emoticons, personal audio tracks, and personal digital signatures to their messages. Alltel officials said that users can also create an animated image from their photos, combine it with their typed or audio message and send to mobile devices or e-mail.
“Taking messaging beyond simple text, the introduction of 3D avatars represents the next evolution of wireless communications,” said Craig Kirkland, vice president of messaging and voice services at Alltel Wireless.
He also said that the vast level of personalization offered to the customers via Alltel Avatars provides them with a new vehicle to express their emotions, style and personality.
Along with this service, the company is also launching avatar-based content like branded greeting card content, personalized greetings created using consumers’ own photos, advertising campaigns and corporate communications.
Currently, Alltel Avatars is available to Alltel MMS subscribers with a video-enabled handset that can play 3GP files.
Alltel Wireless is an owner and operator of wireless network in the U.S and has reportedly more than 13 million customers. Recently, the company announced the introduction of Alltel Connect Packs, which enable users to bundle popular applications.
With five bundles to choose from, Alltel is offering a wide variety of options for customers to customize their phones to meet their specific needs and budget.
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