INQ Mini arriving next month

INQ has announced that its Mini 3G handset, AKA the Twitter phone, will go on sale next month priced at just £59.99 SIM-free.

The announcement from Hutchinson Whampoa-owned INQ, reveals that the handset will arrive priced at a competitive £59.99, and will be available for free on contracts of £15 or more and on all Mix & Match tariffs.

Given that it's known as the Twitter phone it's unsurprising that high on the list of the Mini's credentials are integrated social networking services, including Facebook, Twitter, Skype and IM software.

Other specs for the budget socialising specialist include a 2-megapixel camera, , 3G connectivity, a 2.2-inch display and support for microSD cards.

The retail unit will arrive with a red rear plate as standard, with the option to purchase new backs from 7 other different colours.

INQ still isn't saying when exactly the handset will launch but if you're interested in the Mini 3G, keep a close eye on 3's stores in early October.