Another metallic slim phone hits the market! This time it’s from the leading Korean handset manufacturer Pantech Group. Their latest cell phone being marketed under the SKY brand is called the IM-U170, which really belongs to the slim department. This phone comes in a very durable yet attractive case that is made from magnesium. Its metallic keypad comes with EL light that adds some more pizzazz to the otherwise simplistic design of the shell.

However, its simple design belies its action-packed capabilities. It has a vibrant and stylish Graphical User Interface (GUI) that adds to its attractive qualities. This interface incorporates mobile wallpapers and backgrounds as well as Flash technology. It also features a 2 mega pixel camera as well as a VGA camera for video calls. The 2.2-inch QVGA LCD it has is capable of approximately 260,000 colors. Listening to your favorite tunes is likewise possible since it has an MP3 function.

It does not stop there because the biggest or most intriguing pull about this phone is its facial recognition capability. This feature will add a new meaning to the interactive or mobile gaming. The built-in camera will use the movement of the user’s face for the controls. This feature will certainly make a nice change from the cell phone gaming we have today. It’s out in stores now so you’d better check it Pantech’s new offering!