Do you want to access your email, but do not want one of those fancy smartphones? Try Peek. Peek is simply a device for sending and receiving texts and email. Some people do not want a device that does everything short of pouring a cup of coffee. If my last sentence describes you, Peek may be just for you.
Peek does not require a contract. Service begins at $15 per month. There are cost comparisons of the major cellular carriers for text and email services on their website. From what I have read, if text and email were all a person wanted, changing to Peek would result in a significant savings.
Wireless networks are used to offer nationwide service. Major email providers, such as AOL, Hotmail, Yahoo, and Google are accessible using a Peek device. Peek’s designer, Amol Sarva, specifically designed it for messaging. His wife needed more access to her work email, but she did not want a smartphone. Sarva’s goal was to design a device that was easy to use, with an elegant look. By his own admission, Peek is not aimed at tech geeks. I must admit, although I would enjoy playing with one, Peek probably would not meet my long-term needs.
There are two models: Classic and Pronto. Peek Classic is available in three colors (cherry, aqua, grey). It allows access to two email accounts. There is no limit to the amount of email received. The Classic only supports picture attachments. Cost? $19.95. That’s right . . . $19.95. I had to do a double-take on the price. Peek Pronto is available in any color you want, as long as that color is grey. 
The Pronto has true push email and supports up to five email accounts. There is unlimited email and texting with the Pronto. The Pronto supports PDF, DOC, and picture attachments. Cost? $59.95. If you purchase a device directly from Peek, there is free shipping. The Classic and Pronto are also available through online retailers, such as Amazon.com. You can also purchase it locally through retailers, like Radio Shack.
Take a peek at Peek (getpeek.com).
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