(Dubai) November 17, 2008 - Panasonic has launched the new KX-TG8321 DECT Digital Cordless Answering System with a new localized language menu from which users can select Arabic, Persian or English.

Panasonic's DECT, or Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications, range of digital portable phones are designed for both corporate as well as home use and offer superb audio quality to all those you require where constant, on-the-go, communication.

"Offering the new KX-TG8321 with a localized menu was important for Panasonic because we believe in ease of use for the consumers. Through the localized menus users who don't understand English will be able to access all features of the phone" say Mr. Maeda Kensuke, Product Manager at Panasonic Marketing Middle East.

The KX-TG8321's answering system is capable of recording up to 40 minutes and offers the ability to check messages even when way from home.  Other features include Caller ID with 50 name and number call log, hands free speakerphone on handset, up to 6 handsets, 200 name and number phonebook. Thanks to the larger 1.5 inch illuminated colour display and icon menus, reading and understanding the menu is made easier.

The new "Incoming Call Barring" feature allows users to program unwanted callers in to the phone and then automatically reject calls from the specified numbers, giving users peace of mind of not having to deal with unwanted calls.

"With its piano laquer finish, the chrome side panels and availability in black, white or graphite, the 8321 makes a style statement and fits perfectly into both contemporary as well as classic interiors"

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The Panasonic Corporation Inc is a worldwide leader in the development and manufacture of electronic products for a wide range of consumer, business, and industrial needs. Based in Osaka, Japan, the company recorded consolidated net sales of 9.07 trillion yen (US$90.52 billion) for the year ended March 31, 2008. The company's shares are listed on the Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya and New York (NYSE:PC) stock exchanges. For more information on the company and the Panasonic brand, visit the company's website at http://panasonic.net. Panasonic Gulf FZE (PGF) is MEI's first subsidiary company in the Middle East, followed by Panasonic Marketing Middle East FZE (PMM), which is the regional marketing headquarters of MEI for operations in the Middle East and African countries.

For further information, please contact:
Ajit Nair
Corporate Communications Department
Panasonic Marketing Middle East FZE
P.O.Box 17985, Jebel Ali, Dubai, UAE
Tel: +971 4  8862142
Fax: +971 4 8862347
Web site: www.panasonic.ae

Ibrahim Jimoh
Senior Consultant
Cicero & Bernay Public Relations
Phone: +971 4 334 2966
Fax: +971 4 334 2977
Email: ibrahim@cbpr.ae 

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