US phone giant Motorola has unveiled an oval and curvaceous mobile phone.

With its rivals NEC, LG, Samsung and Siemens launching ultra-thin models, Motorola has decided to go for a completely different look and feel with the Pebl.

"Radiating mystery and intrigue, the understated elegance of the Motorola Pebl elevates mobile design to a new level," the company said in a statement.

"Created with a smooth oval form and innovative dual-hinge mechanism to open and close the device with one swift, delicate motion, this handset is a true mobile accessory.

"With chic simplicity, the subtly stylish Motorola Pebl adds a calming convenience to your everyday travels."

The Motorola Pebl offers video capture and playback, voice memo, enhanced predictive text and Bluetooth wireless technology.

The phone also features an Integrated VGA digital camera with picture caller-ID, wireless email, downloadable games, screensavers, MP3 ringtones and WAP.

Motorola, the world's second largest maker of mobile phones, said the phone would be available during the second quarter of 2006. No pricing details were announced.