`Coupons and promotions delivered straight to your cell phone`
Released on = January 16, 2007, 12:16 pm
Press Release Author = James Wong
Industry = Management
Press Release Summary = Businesses can now send their latest offers directly to nearby mobile devices
Press Release Body = NEW YORK CITY, Jan. 16 - ZipZone Media, a leader in the emerging field of location based wireless marketing, announces the release of the ZipZone Bluetooth Marketing System. Featuring a Bluetooth based media server, it lets companies automatically send coupons, mp3's, video and other branded content to the cell phones and mobile devices of consumers in the immediate vicinity.
Bluetooth, the technology that makes this possible, is a short range cable-free networking standard supported by many mobile devices and computers. Commonly used in wireless headsets for cell phones, it\'s main perpose is to allow devices like cell phones, computers, and PDA\'s to communicate with each other. The ZipZone System uses this technology to distribute multimedia content to Bluetooth enabled phones, PDA's, and laptops. And, since Bluetooth has a relatively short range of 30 to 300 feet, it is ideally suited for locally targeted campaigns.
Advertisers in the ultra-competitive retail sector think this mobile marketing approach may be the next hot trend, and for two compelling reasons: First, the cell phone stands unchallenged as the number one portable consumer electronics product ever. Last year alone, nearly a billion new cell phones worldwide were snatched up by an eager public. Second, people who own one usually have it with them at all times. So, from a marketing standpoint, the ability to interact with the consumer on a personal level through this device has an almost irresistible appeal.
What's more, the potential for spam is minimal, because the system is entirely opt-in. Customers must always give permission first before any content is delivered. If they decline, they will not be offered again in the future. "The key to making Bluetooth Marketing effective is in the content", points out Raymond Stone, ZipZone Media's Director of Marketing. "Nobody wants to receive more junk mail, especially on their cell phones. But offer them something useful or fun, like a free mp3, ringtone, coupon or video, and customers will gladly accept your message." So, to help get the word out, ZipZone Media provides prominent signage to assure consumers that the content they are downloading to their phones is both safe and valuable."
Companies wishing to learn more about implementing their own Bluetooth Marketing campaign may visit http://www.zipzonemedia.com. The site offers lots of practical advice on using this technology effectively, along with convenient online ordering of the ZipZone System. The System is also available at www.ebay.com and www.froogle.com. Just use the search term "ZipZone Media".
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Web Site = http://www.zipzonemedia.com
Contact Details = James Wong 176-25 Union Tpke. Ste. 108 Fresh Meadows, NY 11366