Americans Say, "Give Me Talk, Not Text"
BEAVERTON, Ore., June 28, 2010 – According to a survey conducted by VTech¬ Communications, a wholly owned subsidiary of VTech Holdings Ltd. (HKSE: 303; ADR: VTKHY) and the largest U.S. cordless phone manufacturer, 97 percent of participants believe talking regularly is important for healthy relationships. More than sixty percent want to use the phone more to stay in touch with friends and family, as opposed to popular tools such as email, texting, and social networking websites.
In an effort to highlight the power of real conversations, VTech today launched StayGrounded.com, a place where consumers can learn about building strong relationships through good communication. Featuring advice from leading relationship expert and developmental psychologist Dr. Michelle R. Callahan, StayGrounded.com also offers visitors a chance to win a weekend getaway in San Francisco to nurture a relationship with that special someone.