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Limbaugh arrested on drug charges
Conservative talk-show host has been released on bail
• Rush Limbaugh arrested
April 28: Rush Limbaugh was arrested on prescription drug charges for painkillers. The conservative talk show host turned himself into authorities.
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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. - Rush Limbaugh reached a settlement with prosecutors Friday in a fraud case involving prescription painkillers, though the conservative radio commentator maintains his innocence.
Limbaugh turned himself in to authorities about 4 p.m. on a warrant for fraud to conceal information to obtain a prescription, the first charge in the nearly 3-year-old case, said Teri Barbera, a spokeswoman for the state attorney. He was released an hour later on $3,000 bail.
Limbaugh’s attorney, Roy Black, said his client and prosecutors reached a settlement on a charge of doctor shopping.
Under the deal, Limbaugh would eventually see the charge dismissed in 18 months if he continues treatment for drug addiction, Black said.
Limbaugh also must continue to seek treatment from the doctor he has seen for the past 2½ years, Black said.
Limbaugh entered a plea of not guilty in court Friday.
“Mr. Limbaugh and I have maintained from the start that there was no doctor shopping, and we continue to hold this position,” Black said in an e-mailed statement.
Prosecutors began investigating Limbaugh in 2003 after a tabloid newspaper reported that his housekeeper said he had used her to illegally buy painkillers. He soon took a five-week leave from his radio show to enter a rehabilitation program.
Prosecutors seized Limbaugh’s records after learning that he received about 2,000 painkillers, prescribed by four doctors in six months, at a pharmacy near his Palm Beach mansion. They contended that Limbaugh engaged in “doctor shopping,” or illegally deceived multiple doctors to receive overlapping prescriptions.
Limbaugh acknowledged he became addicted to pain medication, blaming it on severe back pain.
According to Black, Limbaugh also has agreed to make a $30,000 payment to the state to defray the public cost of the investigation. The agreement also provides that he must refrain from violating the law during this 18 months, must pay $30 per month for the cost of supervision and comply with other similar provisions of the agreement.
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PRESS RELEASE: KDDI Selects Axalto for Japan's First 3G CDMA Card Launch; KDDI Customers Enjoy GSM CDMA Seamless Roaming
TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 10, 2006--
Axalto today announced that it has launched the first third generation CDMA User Identification Module (UIM) commercial card in Japan with KDDI, one of Japan's leading mobile service providers. The Axalto cards are designed to work together with KDDI's CDMA 2000 EV-DO third generation mobile handsets.
With the Axalto UIM card, KDDI offers increased transaction security and delivers groundbreaking portability ease for Japanese mobile users. KDDI subscribers can now access both GSM and CDMA networks with just one card and users will be able to use the same telephone number both domestically and internationally.
"Axalto is honored to be selected by an innovative operator such as KDDI," said Philippe Vrignaud, vice president, North Asia, Axalto. "Both Axalto and KDDI share the same vision of leveraging technological leadership to deliver solutions that meet unique customer needs. We are confident that our proven skills in rapid product development, associated with high-quality offerings, will continue to bring continuous benefits to both KDDI and its customers."
This collaborative deployment also creates opportunities for additional innovative third generation applications development, in particular Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) based applications, to provide further personal, convenient and secure solutions to KDDI's mobile users.
Note to Editors
As mobile devices fast become vital communication tools globally, Axalto's UIM (User Identification Module) provides CDMA operators with an unique opportunity to develop mobile banking and m-commerce applications and services with embedded cryptographic applications and security schemes. The UIM technology will continue to expand in its significance as the growing number of consumers demand higher levels of portability and expansion of mobile services across geographical boundaries.
About KDDI
KDDI is a diversified telecommunication operator formed by the merger of DDI, KDD and IDO in 2000, and is the only domestic company that provides both mobile communication service and broadband service. The number of subscribers to the mobile phone services under the au and TuKa brands is over 24 million. The KDDI group companies had approximately 14,000 staffs and sales in FY2005/3 was 2,920 billion yen. At KDDI, aggressive improvement of communication environment in preparation for the coming ubiquitous network society is underway and KDDI is aiming to become a "ubiquitous solution company" which provides high value-added solutions.
About Axalto
Axalto (EURONEXT:AXL) and (EURONEXT:NL0000400653) is the world's leading provider of microprocessor cards (Gartner 2005, Frost & Sullivan 2004) - the key to digital networks - and a major supplier of point-of-sale terminals. Its 4,500 employees come from over 60 nationalities and serve customers in more than 100 countries, with worldwide sales exceeding 3 billion smart cards to date. The company has 25 years of experience in smart card innovation and leads its industry in security technology and open systems.
Axalto continuously creates new generations of products for use in a variety of applications in the telecommunications, finance, retail, transport, entertainment, healthcare, personal identification, information technology and public sector markets. Microprocessor cards provide convenience, security and privacy to public and private services operators, their customers and end users. For more info, please visit www.axalto.com
CONTACT: Montner & Associates Deb Montner, 203-226-9290 dmontner@montner.com SOURCE: Axalto Copyright Business Wire 2006
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NEC HSDPA system selected by 3 Hong Kong
Apr 07, 2006 (TELECOMWORLDWIRE via COMTEX) -- The HSDPA system developed jointly by IT and communications solutions providers NEC and Siemens, has been selected for deployment in 3 Hong Kong's 3G network.
The contract was awarded by 3 Hong Kong following a successful field trial on its UMTS network. NEC's HSDPA-based UTRAN reportedly reached a high level of performance and functionality during the trial, including high-speed Internet access, consecutive data transmission and handover in a HSDPA service environment. It also enabled variable and flexible transmission speed changes.
NEC confirmed it is ready to deploy its HSDPA around the world to commercial networks and claimed it has delivered many 3G networks to Hutchison already, following the launch of Europe's first commercial service in the UK in 2003. The company intends to introduce additional HSDPA operation trials in Asia and Europe, through partnerships with local mobile operators.
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=DJ RIM Profit Expected To Slip On Patent-Related Charges
By John Shinal
Research in Motion Ltd. (RIMM) is expected to report a surge in sales but slightly lower profit late Thursday, with investors focused on its full-year forecast to see if RIM's recent legal battle dented its growth prospects.
Analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call on average expect the Canadian maker of BlackBerry wireless email devices to report fiscal fourth-quarter earnings, excluding charges, of 67 cents a share, down from 71 cents a year ago.
The results are expected to be hurt by charges and settlement costs related to the firm's long-running legal battle with patent-holding firm NTP Inc. over its BlackBerry devices.
Analysts, on average, expect sales to rise 40% to $567 million as Research in Motion maintains its dominance of the market for handheld devices that can be used for voice and email communication. The Waterloo, Ontario-based company is the leading provider of such products, known as smart phones.
On March 3, the same day it agreed to pay NTP $612.5 million to settle the lawsuit, RIM cut its quarterly forecast, predicting earnings, excluding charges, of between 64 cents and 66 cents a share and sales of $550 million to $560 million.
Research in Motion also said then that it would take a fiscal fourth-quarter charge of $162.5 million for the settlement. It had already set aside a $450 million reserve for that purpose.
RIM also cut its forecast for new subscriber growth to a range of 620,000 to 630,000, down from a prior range between 700,000 and 750,000. It blamed uncertainty surrounding the lawsuit, which had threatened to shut down BlackBerry service in the U.S.
The company is expected to give a forecast for its fiscal year ending in February 2007 for the first time. Analysts now estimate RIM will post sales of $2.75 billion, a 33% rise, and earnings per share of $3.27.
The company's shares fell 68 cents to $84.88 in early trading Thursday.
-John Shinal; 415-439-6400; AskNewswires@dowjones.com
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NEC Set to Deliver HSDPA to 3 Hong Kong for Commercial Network
Tokyo, Japan, Apr 06, 2006 (JCN Newswire via COMTEX) -- NEC Corporation (NEC) today announced that its High Speed Down link Packet Access (HSDPA) is to be deployed in the 3G network of 3 Hong Kong, a subsidiary of Hutchison Telecommunications (Hong Kong) Limited. This contract has been awarded to NEC and its 3G partner Siemens following a successful field trial on 3 Hong Kong's UMTS network.
During the field trial, NEC's HSDPA-based UTRAN achieved a high level of performance and functionality, including high-speed internet access, consecutive data transmission and handover in a HSDPA service environment, while allowing flexible and variable changes in transmission speed.
"The absolute success of NEC's HSDPA trials on Hong Kong's largest 3G network highlights our thorough confidence in the high performance of a commercial HSDPA system. NEC is ready to deliver its HSDPA to commercial networks worldwide", said Toshiyuki Mineno, Senior General Manager at NEC's Carrier Solutions Business Unit. "Since Europe's first commercial service launch by Hutchison 3G in the UK in March 2003, NEC has delivered many 3G networks to Hutchison. This latest win is further testimony of our leading competence in this field and another great milestone in the continuing success of the highly reliable 3G and HSDPA network provided by NEC to Hutchison, together with our 3G partner Siemens. We fully intend to implement further HSDPA operation trials in Europe and Asia with the cooperation of local mobile operators to ensure the successful spread of our high performance HSDPA."
Amy Lung, Commercial Director - Consumer Market of 3 Hong Kong, said, "3 Hong Kong once again charts the course in the development of 3G in Hong Kong. With the successful trial and network rollout, we are well positioned to be the first to provide 3 Hong Kong's supporters with supremely enhanced mobile communications experience, once the HSDPA compatible devices are available. In this significant stage of development, we are pleased to partner with our existing 3G network supplier NEC who is renowned for its proven expertise and global experience in deploying 3G and HSDPA technology."
NEC's HSDPA system is jointly developed by NEC and Siemens. HSDPA can be easily added to existing Node-Bs with channel cards and downloaded software. As the pioneer of the global 3G W-CDMA market, NEC/Siemens alliance has achieved outstanding success. Over 90% of the world's 3G subscribers are communicating with 3G network technology provided by Siemens/NEC. In a report from April 2005, NEC/Siemens was positioned as No. 1 by the independent MM Research Institute in Tokyo in the 3G W-CDMA market for commercially installed Node-Bs with a 30.1 percent share of the worldwide market.
About NEC Corporation
NEC Corporation (TSE: 6701)(NASDAQ: NIPNY)(UK: NEC.IL) is one of the world's leading providers of Internet, broadband network and enterprise business solutions dedicated to meeting the specialized needs of its diverse and global base of customers. NEC delivers tailored solutions in the key fields of computer, networking and electron devices, by integrating its technical strengths in IT and Networks, and by providing advanced semiconductor solutions through NEC Electronics Corporation. The NEC Group employs more than 140,000 people worldwide and had net sales of 4,855 billion yen (approx. US $45.4 billion) in the fiscal year ended March 2005.
For additional information, please visit the NEC home page at: http://www.nec.com or the newsroom at http://www.nec.co.jp/press/en/
Contact:
Akiko Shikimori NEC CorporationTel: +81337986511a-shikimori@ay.jp.nec.com
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=DJ THE SKEPTIC: The Vodafone Shuffle
By Robb M. Stewart A DOW JONES NEWSWIRES COLUMN
LONDON (Dow Jones)--No one can accuse Arun Sarin of rushing to fit Vodafone into a new strategy. But he has taken an important step by owning up to the threats that may be lurking in the mobile operator's not-so-distant future.
Vodafone's reorganizing along three business lines: Europe, emerging markets and affiliates, and new technology. Management will be rejigged to match the new structure, including bringing the head of the Japanese unit, Bill Morrow, back to run the core European arm.
This isn't a sea-change, nor does it spell an end to the acquisitions that have disgruntled some investors, but it does hint at the future shape of Vodafone. A strategy update is expected to flesh out plans when Vodafone issues annual results at the end of May.
The new structure puts an emphasis on cutting costs where growth is stagnating and increasing profitability where growth can still be found. Of particular interest is a pledge to extend Vodafone's reach in new areas of technology, especially convergence and IP services.
There is no detail on what this latter push could entail - anything from acquisitions to partnerships are possible - but it's an open admission that Vodafone risks being sidelined if it doesn't come to terms with shifting tech trends.
Convergence and Internet-based telephony have been tough for established telcos to come to terms with. Some have elected to ignore the situation or downplay the risk to their business model from "emperor's new clothes." Others have been early adopters of a melding of fixed and mobile services.
Vodafone is perhaps more at threat than its peers because of its strictly mobile focus and a revenue stream overwhelmingly coming from basic voice services, despite efforts to migrate customers to 3G.
It's not clear how great a threat the likes of VoIP represents nor how quickly it will gain ground, but there are a number of big names behind the technologies involved.
Nokia has already unveiled a mass-market handset capable of switching between a mobile network and WiFi broadband. Its N6136 will support both WiFi and Unlicensed Mobile Access. Motorola has the A910, which will part of BT's Fusion line later this year. And 3 plans to make Skype's VoIP available on its network this year.
A real worry for Vodafone must be that one of the Internet titans, such as Google or Yahoo!, makes a push into the telecoms arena.
Vodafone's global footprint and brand play to its advantage, if it only can navigate a course amid new technologies. Facing up to the fact that there are potential challengers to its dominance is at least a positive step toward retaining its position.
(Robb M. Stewart, founder of the Skeptic column in 2001, has reported for Dow Jones Newswires since 1997 from Sweden and the U.K. Comments on this or other columns can be emailed to robb.stewart@dowjones.com)
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Nortel Bolsters WiMAX Position with Portfolio Enhancements, New
Customers MIMO-Powered Solution Delivers "Internet Everywhere" User Experience
LAS VEGAS, Apr 6, 2006 (Canada NewsWire via COMTEX) -- Demonstrating its increased investments in WiMAX, Nortel* (NYSE/TSX: NT) today announced WiMAX portfolio enhancements powered by MIMO technology. This innovative technology speeds deployment of next-generation, high-bandwidth wireless capabilities and is designed to make possible 'Internet Everywhere' services such as VoIP, videoconferencing and interactive gaming.
Nortel is developing a complete portfolio of MIMO-powered WiMAX systems to serve numerous global markets and customer scenarios. Nortel's WiMAX products are designed to allow wireless and wireline carriers, cable providers, media companies and other ISPs to deliver broadband connectivity to consumer and enterprise users by leveraging existing networks and 'last mile' wireless links. The portfolio also provides greenfield service providers with newly acquired spectrum to deliver the high-bandwidth promise of WiMAX.
Leading service providers worldwide have recently selected Nortel's WiMAX solution, including NEW Energie in Germany, Chunghwa Telecom (CHT) and National Taiwan University in Taiwan, and Telefonica Moviles in México.
"Nortel is an industry leader in demonstrating the enhanced real-time communication benefits of truly mobile Internet experiences through OFDM and MIMO technologies," said Mark Whitton, vice president and general manager, WiMAX, Nortel. "We continue to expand our WiMAX portfolio and customer base, with WiMAX networks running on every continent with customers ranging from municipalities to carriers to wireless ISPs. "
Nortel and German regional power utility NEW Energie have completed a successful WiMAX broadband service trial. The trial, in the town of Erkelenz in North Rhine-Westphalia, lays the foundations for NEW Energie's commercial launch of WiMAX for bandwidth-intensive wireless services such as live multimedia streams, VoIP applications and high-speed Internet access.
For the trial, Nortel worked with German communications consultant tkt teleconsult to deploy a WiMAX network that allowed NEW Energie to provide broadband wireless connections to a selection of small businesses and consumers at speeds of up to 10Mbps, equal to the current fastest fixed DSL services.
"We have very high hopes for WiMAX," said Frank Korsten, NEW Energie broadband wireless access project manager. "The technology enables us to offer customers broadband connections without having to use physical wire or cable connections over the last mile. For regional carriers WiMAX offers the prospect of a valuable additional source of revenue."
Telefonica Moviles is also testing Nortel's WiMAX solutions. Cayetano Carbajo, CTO, Telefonica Moviles México, said: "Telefonica Moviles México chose Nortel's WiMAX solution because of the company's expertise in MIMO/OFDM technology and proven strength in delivering 3G cellular networks across the globe."
Nortel also recently signed an agreement with Chunghwa Telecom to deploy a WiMAX solution in the operator's experimental park to create an environment for testing WiMAX and wireless Mesh integration. In addition, Nortel is deploying a WiMAX trial system at the National Taiwan University campus so that the University can perform field validation and interoperability testing using a variety of devices and multi-media applications.
Nortel also recently completed a trial with the Alberta Special Areas Board (SAB) and NETAGO Wireless for what is expected to be Canada's first commercial WiMAX network.
"Nortel's WiMAX solution exceeded our expectations, achieving ranges of up to 18 km and throughputs of 9Mbps," said Terry Ducherer, CEO of Netago Wireless. "Nortel's WiMAX platform has placed our company, and more importantly our geographical area, ahead of similar areas in North America."
In addition to these and other customer trials, Nortel is responding to increased interest in its WiMAX solution and has expanded its product portfolio to deliver mobile MIMO-enabled WiMAX products in the 1.5, 2.3, 2.5 and 3.5 GHz spectrum bands, establishing one of the most comprehensive global WiMAX and WiBro portfolios in the industry. The products are designed with a flexible architecture that allows for quick re-banding for emerging markets.
Nortel is also launching WiMAX demo centers and interoperability labs to include a wide range of device and application partners in their state-of-the- art facilities in Ottawa and Taiwan. In addition, Nortel is working to bridge the digital divide in emerging markets and rural communities through government initiatives designed to bring affordable broadband services to businesses and consumers.
In addition, Nortel's fixed WiMAX solution supplied by Airspan, recently achieved the designation of WiMAX Forum Certified(TM) based on the defined Frequency Division Duplexing (FDD) system profile operating in the 3.5GHz frequency spectrum.
Nortel's WiMAX solution will be demonstrated at CTIA Wireless 2006 in Las Vegas (Las Vegas Convention Center, Hall C, Booth No. 1835) April 5-7. The demonstration is expected to show the advantages WiMAX offers in delivering bandwidth-intensive, real-time applications on-the-go in urban settings and how it brings high-speed, broadband connectivity to rural areas.
As announced in 2005, Nortel is working with WiMAX leaders Intel and Airspan Networks to bring these products to market. Nortel is a member of the WiMAX Forum and has contributed to the 802.16 standard by helping develop underlying technologies like OFDM and MIMO for more than seven years, and holds several key patents in these areas.
About Nortel
Nortel is a recognized leader in delivering communications capabilities that enhance the human experience, ignite and power global commerce, and secure and protect the world's most critical information. Our next-generation technologies, for both service providers and enterprises, span access and core networks, support multimedia and business-critical applications, and help eliminate today's barriers to efficiency, speed and performance by simplifying networks and connecting people with information. Nortel does business in more than 150 countries. For more information, visit Nortel on the Web at www.nortel.com. For the latest Nortel news, visit www.nortel.com/news.
Certain statements in this press release may contain words such as "could", "expects", "may", "anticipates", "believes", "intends", "estimates", "plans", "envisions", "seeks" and other similar language and are considered forward-looking statements or information under applicable securities legislation. These statements are based on Nortel's current expectations, estimates, forecasts and projections about the operating environment, economies and markets in which Nortel operates. These statements are subject to important assumptions, risks and uncertainties, which are difficult to predict and the actual outcome may be materially different. Although Nortel believes expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable based upon the assumptions in this press release, they may prove to be inaccurate and consequently Nortel's actual results could differ materially from its expectations set out in this press release. Further, actual results or events could differ materially from those contemplated in forward-looking statements as a result of the following (i) risks and uncertainties relating to Nortel's restatements and related matters including: Nortel's recently announced restatement and two previous restatements of its financial statements and related events and that the previously filed financial statements of Nortel and NNL and related audit reports should not be relied upon; the negative impact on Nortel and NNL of their announced restatement and delay in filing their financial statements and related periodic reports causing them to breach their public debt indentures and obligations under their credit facilities with the possibility that the holders of their public debt or NNL's lenders would seek to accelerate the maturity of that debt; and causing a breach of NNL's support facility with EDC with the possibility that EDC would refuse to issue additional support under the facility, terminate its commitments under the facility or require NNL to cash collateralize all existing support; legal judgments, fines, penalties or settlements, or any substantial regulatory fines or other penalties or sanctions, related to the ongoing regulatory and criminal investigations of Nortel in the U.S. and Canada; any significant pending civil litigation actions not encompassed by Nortel's proposed class action settlement; any substantial cash payment and/or significant dilution of Nortel's existing equity positions resulting from the finalization and approval of its proposed class action settlement, or if such proposed class action settlement is not finalized, any larger settlements or awards of damages in respect of such class actions; any unsuccessful remediation of Nortel's material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting resulting in an inability to report Nortel's results of operations and financial condition accurately and in a timely manner; the time required to implement Nortel's remedial measures; Nortel's inability to access, in its current form, its shelf registration filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and Nortel's below investment grade credit rating and any further adverse effect on its credit rating due to Nortel's restatement of its financial statements; any adverse affect on Nortel's business and market price of its publicly traded securities arising from continuing negative publicity related to Nortel's restatements; Nortel's potential inability to attract or retain the personnel necessary to achieve its business objectives; any breach by Nortel of the continued listing requirements of the NYSE or TSX causing the NYSE and/or the TSX to commence suspension or delisting procedures; any default in Nortel's filing obligations extending beyond May 9, 2006, causing any Canadian securities regulatory authority to impose an order to cease all trading in Nortel's securities within the applicable jurisdiction or to impose such an order sooner if Nortel fails to comply with the alternate information guidelines of such regulatory authorities; (ii) risks and uncertainties relating to Nortel's business including: yearly and quarterly fluctuations of Nortel's operating results; reduced demand and pricing pressures for its products due to global economic conditions, significant competition, competitive pricing practice, cautious capital spending by customers, increased industry consolidation, rapidly changing technologies, evolving industry standards, frequent new product introductions and short product life cycles, and other trends and industry characteristics affecting the telecommunications industry; any material and adverse affects on Nortel's performance if its expectations regarding market demand for particular products prove to be wrong or because of certain barriers in its efforts to expand internationally; any reduction in Nortel's operating results and any related volatility in its market price of its publicly traded securities arising from any decline in its gross margin, or fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates; any negative developments associated with Nortel's supply contract and contract manufacturing agreements including as a result of using a sole supplier for key optical networking solutions components, and any defects or errors in Nortel's current or planned products; any negative impact to Nortel of its failure to achieve its business transformation objectives; restrictions on how Nortel and its president and chief executive officer conduct its business arising from a settlement with Motorola Inc.; additional valuation allowances for all or a portion of its deferred tax assets; Nortel's failure to protect its intellectual property rights, or any adverse judgments or settlements arising out of disputes regarding intellectual property; changes in regulation of the Internet and/or other aspects of the industry; Nortel's failure to successfully operate or integrate its strategic acquisitions, or failure to consummate or succeed with its strategic alliances; any negative affect of Nortel's failure to evolve adequately its financial and managerial control and reporting systems and processes, manage and grow its business, or create an effective risk management strategy; and (iii) risks and uncertainties relating to Nortel's liquidity, financing arrangements and capital including: the impact of Nortel's recently announced restatement and two previous restatements of its financial statements; any acceleration under their public debt indentures and credit facilities, which may result in Nortel and NNL being unable to meet their respective payment obligations; any inability of Nortel to manage cash flow fluctuations to fund working capital requirements or achieve its business objectives in a timely manner or obtain additional sources of funding; high levels of debt, limitations on Nortel capitalizing on business opportunities because of credit facility covenants, or on obtaining additional secured debt pursuant to the provisions of indentures governing certain of Nortel's public debt issues and the provisions of its credit facilities; any increase of restricted cash requirements for Nortel if it is unable to secure alternative support for obligations arising from certain normal course business activities, or any inability of Nortel's subsidiaries to provide it with sufficient funding; any negative affect to Nortel of the need to make larger defined benefit plans contributions in the future or exposure to customer credit risks or inability of customers to fulfill payment obligations under customer financing arrangements; any negative impact on Nortel's ability to make future acquisitions, raise capital, issue debt and retain employees arising from stock price volatility and further declines in Nortel's market price of its publicly traded securities, or any future share consolidation resulting in a lower total market capitalization or adverse affect on the liquidity of Nortel's common shares. For additional information with respect to certain of these and other factors, see Nortel's securities filings with the SEC. Unless otherwise required by applicable securities laws, Nortel disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
*Nortel, the Nortel logo and the Globemark are trademarks of Nortel Networks. Use of the terms "partner" and "partnership" does not imply a legal partnership between Nortel and any other party.
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NEC America Reveals Its U.S. Network Operator WiMAX Strategy; NEC To
Release Its First US WiMAX Product; Offering Increased Coverage and Quicker
Transmission Capabilities
IRVING, Texas, Apr 05, 2006 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- NEC America, Inc. (NEC), a leading provider of microwave radio communications products, today announced its strategy to deliver an IEEE802.16e-2005 standard based Mobile WiMAX solution aimed at the U.S. market. With a strong history in deploying digital microwave technology, NEC has the capability to help operators deliver high-speed, carrier-grade Ethernet data communications via a wireless network; which can allow operators a swift rollout of both fixed and mobile IP services.
NEC intends to release a IEEE802.16e-2005 standard compliant solution including SOFDMA technology and downlink PUSC (Partially Utilized Sub-Channels), which can enhance the system performance when compared to the previous 802.16-2004 standard. This new standard addresses mobility extension, which can provide more opportunities. In addition, the NEC flexible and low latency design can permit multi-service provisioning for data, voice, and video at optimum quality.
NEC's Mobile WiMAX solution can be introduced either as a full mobile capable platform from the beginning or in a multi-phased approach starting from a fixed broadband access service to complement xDSL and FTTx systems. It can also serve as an alternative access method for new carriers, that can migrate in the future to a full mobility platform - in order to allow roaming between base stations, laptops, PDA users and mobile handsets, portable entertainment players and game terminals - using the same Base Station hardware. Operators can be able to optimize their investment by applying this multi-phased approach and by adjusting to their system capability and service. NEC Mobile WiMAX can also serve as a viable alternative technology for high-speed data mobile service for non-3G licensed carriers and can compliment nationwide wireless 3G services.
Initially NEC intends to deliver WiMAX for broadband Internet connections to customers through digital waves that provide connections between direct fixed and mobile subscribers as well as backhaul networks for WLAN hotspots. The technology can allow users to build reliable WMAN networks covering wider area than Wi-Fi hot spots using licensed frequency bands.
"In combination with 3GPP/3GPP2 based standards, we see the IEEE technologies including Wi-Fi and WiMAX as having the potential to support the social infrastructure for ubiquitous connection," said Tsuneyoshi Miura, General Manager, NEC America, Inc. "In addition, we believe IEEE802.16e WiMAX capabilities will benefit carriers by helping to deliver faster and more reliable broadband wireless options to customers within the coming years."
For additional information contact 888-NEC-WAVE or visit the web site at www.necwave.com.
About NEC America, Inc.
NEC America, Inc., headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a leading provider of innovative communications products, solutions and services. NEC America serves all communications industries from carriers, to enterprise, to wireless and is an affiliate of NEC Corporation (NASDAQ:NIPNY), a Global Fortune 500(R) company and one of the leading patent producing enterprises in the world. For more information about NEC America, visit its website at www.necamerica.com.
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Ericsson to demonstrate up to 28Mbit/s HSPA
TORONTO, Apr 5, 2006 (Canada NewsWire via COMTEX) -- Ericsson is performing the world's first (High Speed Packet Access) HSPA demonstration with Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) technology during the CTIA Wireless 2006 event April 5-7 in Las Vegas (Stand No. 2624, Las Vegas Convention Center). The demo is based on Ericsson's commercial Radio Base Station. HSPA with MIMO can double the speed in the downlink up to 28 Mbps.
Part of the WCDMA evolution, HSPA is a combination of HSDPA in the downlink and Enhanced Uplink in the uplink, both of which are specified in 3GPP Release 5/6. HSPA provides data rates up to 14 Mbps in the downlink and 5.8 Mbps in the uplink. The faster data speeds made possible with HSPA evolution will enhance the user experience for services like Mobile Broadband and Mobile TV while reducing the production cost per gigabyte.
MIMO uses multiple transmit and receive channels and antennas to improve performance and throughput for radio signals. The data transmission is divided in multiple streams and recombined at the receiver end to increase overall performance.
"The HSPA evolution is the next step in enhancing the service offering, performance and data speed," said Angel Ruiz, head of Ericsson North America. "It provides operators the possibility to capitalize further on their existing infrastructure. Once again, Ericsson leads the way in helping operators serve their customers as their expectations and requirements for mobile broadband increases."
HSPA evolution is being specified in 3GPP Release 7 where MIMO is one of the cornerstones. Ericsson expects MIMO to be deployed in commercial networks in the 2008 timeframe.
Ericsson is shaping the future of Mobile and Broadband Internet communications through its continuous technology leadership. Providing innovative solutions in more than 140 countries, Ericsson is helping to create the most powerful communication companies in the world.
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SOURCE: Ericsson Canada
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PRESS RELEASE: UTStarcom Demonstrates Industry's First Live Video Transmission at CTIA Using EVDO Revision A Wireless Technology
CTIA WIRELESS, LAS VEGAS, April 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- UTStarcom, Inc. (Nasdaq: UTSI), a global leader in IP-based, end-to-end networking solutions and services, today announced that it is demonstrating the industry's first live video transmission using EVDO Revision A (Rev A) wireless technology at the CTIA WIRELESS show in Las Vegas this week. The company believes the demonstration of streaming video and VoIP applications, which uses UTStarcom's new EVDO Rev A solution, confirms the technological viability of the standard for powering and delivering broadband wireless services and rich media content to wireless mobile devices. In addition, UTStarcom will be introducing new CDMA2000 4GV(TM) codecs at CTIA.
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"As a leading provider of wireless broadband technology worldwide, UTStarcom has expanded on its distributed 1xRTT architecture to provide EVDO Rev A capabilities, which is designed to enable operators to offer a much faster network to their customers," said Jack Mar, president of CDMA division at UTStarcom. "With UTStarcom's new distributed EVDO Rev A solution, we expect that operators can offer higher-speed bandwidth for multimedia applications and allow end users to access multiple services at the same time from a single device."
EVDO Rev A Demonstration
The EVDO Rev A demonstration employs UTStarcom's new distributed EVDO Rev A solution, which is part of its MovingMedia(TM) 2000 suite of wireless networking products. The MovingMedia 2000 iCell PICO EVDO Rev A IP Radio Access Network (RAN) is designed to enable seamless indoor wireless coverage via cost-effective IP networks, providing a high-performance, cost-effective solution for operators seeking to offer indoor campus-wide roaming. The MovingMedia 2000 iCell Macro 1X and EVDO IP RAN is designed to enable ubiquitous wide-area coverage via IP networks and can be used in urban, suburban, and rural environments.
CDMA2000 4GV Codecs
UTStarcom will also be demonstrating the new CDMA2000 4GV codecs at CTIA. 4GV is the next generation 3GPP2 standards-based EVRC-B codec. 4GV is designed to allow service providers to dynamically prioritize voice capacity on their network as required.
About UTStarcom's MovingMedia 2000
As a leading vendor of CDMA technology, UTStarcom's MovingMedia 2000 is designed to provide wireless operators with a complete, all-IP solution to reap the multiple advantages of 3G networks. The solution is designed to offer a smooth migration path for CDMA2000-based providers, allowing them to utilize broadband data technologies such as CDMA2000 1xEV-DO. The system is designed to be backwards compatible with second-generation CDMA (IS-95) technology. Moreover, all solution components are standards based and designed to provide complete interoperability with other standards-based products, allowing wireless operators to preserve their existing equipment investment.
The MovingMedia 2000 solution leverages market-proven technologies and UTStarcom's extensive experience in building IP equipment and deploying IP networks. The MovingMedia 2000 product suite utilizes UTStarcom's distributed softswitch architecture for switching, transport, signaling, and call control. The MovingMedia 2000 product line includes a comprehensive suite of network elements, including base stations (BTS), Softswitch (MSC), Media Gateway, Packet Data Server Node (PDSN) and home agent (HA).
About UTStarcom, Inc.
UTStarcom is a global leader in IP-based, end-to-end networking solutions and international service and support. The company sells its broadband, wireless, and handset solutions to operators in both emerging and established telecommunications markets around the world. UTStarcom enables its customers to rapidly deploy revenue-generating access services using their existing infrastructure, while providing a migration path to cost-efficient, end-to-end IP networks. Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Alameda, California, the company has research and design operations in the United States, China, Korea and India. UTStarcom is a FORTUNE 1000 company.
For more information about UTStarcom, visit the company's Web site at www.utstar.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This release includes forward-looking statements, including the foregoing statements regarding the anticipated content and significance of the Company's demonstration in Las Vegas, the anticipated technical viability of delivering broadband wireless services and rich media content to mobile devices, the technological significance of the EVDO Rev A solution, the anticipated ability of the EVDO Rev A solution to enable operators to offer a faster network service and allow end users to access multiple services at the same time from a single device, the anticipated functionality, cost-effectiveness and coverage area of the MovingMedia 2000 iCell Macro 1X and EVDO IP RAN, the expected ability of the CDMA2000 4GV codecs to help operators better prioritize voice capabilities within their network, the expectation regarding MovingMedia 2000's functionality, backwards-compatibility and interoperability with other standards-based products. These statements are forward-looking in nature and subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially. These risk factors include rapidly changing technology, the changing nature of global telecommunications markets, the termination of significant contracts and/or strategic relationships, the direction and results of future research and development efforts, evolving product and applications standards, reduction or delays in system deployments, changes in demand for and acceptance of the Company's products, general adverse economic conditions, and trends and uncertainties such as changes in government regulation and licensing requirements. The Company also refers readers to the risk factors identified in its latest Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Current Reports on Form 8-K, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
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Sierra Wireless collaborates with wireless industry leaders to
demonstrate next generation 3G technology at CTIA Wireless 2006 Sierra Wireless
AirCard(R) 595 and MC5725 Mini Card modules showcased as the latest innovative
EV-DO Revision A data solutions
LAS VEGAS, NV, April 5, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) is working with wireless industry leaders to demonstrate next generation EV-DO Revision A wireless technology at CTIA Wireless 2006, which starts today and continues until Friday, April 7 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
"In the wireless industry, the customer experience is shaped by the way the device, the network, and the service provider work together," said Trent Punnett, Senior Vice President, Marketing and Corporate Development for Sierra Wireless. "Collaboration in early stage interoperability testing is incredibly important to the quality of our products, and these demonstrations are a natural result of those collaborative efforts."
Sierra Wireless is collaborating with Nortel, Sprint, and Panasonic Computer Solutions Company to demonstrate the capabilities and benefits of EV-DO Revision A networks. With the increased downlink and uplink data speeds that Revision A provides in comparison with current EV-DO (Release 0) networks, faster file transfers and new applications will be available for mobile users, including video chat, VOIP, and sending large graphic or multimedia files over a wireless connection. The demonstrations will be hosted by Sprint in booth No. 1439 and by Nortel in booth No. 1835.
In these demonstrations, the company is previewing two new products designed for EV-DO Revision A networks. The AirCard(R) 595 wireless wide area network card is the newest addition to the award-winning Sierra Wireless AirCard product line. The MC5725 Mini Card embedded module is the fourth product in the company's PCI Express Mini Card product line for AirCard Enabled(TM) mobile computing. Sierra Wireless and Panasonic Computer Solutions have integrated the MC5725 embedded module into Panasonic(R) Toughbook(R) notebook computers specifically for the demonstrations.
For more information about Sierra Wireless products, please visit http://www.sierrawireless.com/product. To contact the Sierra Wireless Sales Desk, please call 604-232-1488 or email sales@sierrawireless.com.
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To schedule a briefing with Sierra Wireless at CTIA Wireless 2006, please contact Sharlene Myers, smyers@sierrawireless.com, or drop by the Sierra Wireless booth, No. 219. To view and download images of Sierra Wireless products, please visit http://www.sierrawireless.com/product/photos.aspx.
About Sierra Wireless
Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) develops and markets reliable, high quality wireless communications products that provide mobile professionals with data and voice access to wide area wireless networks. The Sierra Wireless product portfolio includes the award-winning AirCard(R) line of wireless PC cards, embedded modules for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and the MP line of rugged, vehicle-mounted wireless modems. Sierra Wireless also offers professional services to OEM customers during product development, leveraging the company's expertise in wireless design and integration to provide built-in wireless connectivity for notebook computers and other portable computing devices. For more information about Sierra Wireless, please visit www.sierrawireless.com.
"AirCard" is a registered trademark, and "AirCard Enabled" is a trademark of Sierra Wireless. Other product or service names mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.
Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. These forward-looking statements relate to, among other things, plans and timing for the introduction or enhancement of our services and products, statements about future market conditions, supply conditions, channel and end customer demand conditions, revenues, gross margins, operating expenses, profits, and other expectations, intentions, and plans contained in this press release that are not historical fact. Our expectations regarding future revenues and earnings depend in part upon our ability to successfully develop, manufacture, and supply products that we do not produce today and that meet defined specifications. When used in this press release, the words "plan", "expect", "believe", and similar expressions generally identify forward-looking statements. These statements reflect our current expectations. They are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to, changes in technology and changes in the wireless data communications market. In light of the many risks and uncertainties surrounding the wireless data communications market, you should understand that we cannot assure you that the forward-looking statements contained in this press release will be realized.
Contact: -------- Sharlene Myers Sierra Wireless Phone: (604) 232-1445 Email: smyers@sierrawireless.com
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DJ Option To Showcase HSDPA Data Card At CTIA Wireless Fair
Edited Press Release
BRUSSELS (Dow Jones)--Belgian data card maker Option NV (OPTI.BT) said Wednesday it is demonstrating live HSDPA data calls at transmission rates of up to 3.6 Mbps at the CTIA Wireless tradeshow in Las Vegas.
The data calls are being initiated with an Option HSDPA 3.6 Mbps data card and on commercial HSDPA network equipment.
In December 2005, Option completed the world's first successful demonstration of live HSDPA data calls at rates of 3.6Mbps across Nortel HSDPA network equipment. In January 2006, Cingular Wireless became the first wireless carrier in the world to complete a mobile data call on a commercial 3G network using the Option 3.6Mbps HSDPA data card.
Option currently has a product portfolio of eight HSDPA 1.8 Mbps products, of which five data cards, two fixed-wireless devices and one embedded wireless module. The Company is currently shipping HSDPA products to leading network operators worldwide.
Company Web site: http://www.option.com
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PRESS RELEASE: Nokia Showcases End-to-End Mobility Solutions at CTIA 2006
LAS VEGAS, April 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Today at the world's largest wireless show, CTIA Wireless 2006, Nokia (NYSE: NOK) is demonstrating its comprehensive offering of true end-to-end mobility solutions, which together enable people to mobilize their lives. Nokia will be showcasing new devices and network innovations, as well as the latest mobile enterprise and multimedia solutions at Nokia booth 2641, located in the Central Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Nokia Expands CDMA Portfolio with Multiple New Handsets
With the addition of three new CDMA handsets, Nokia's range of CDMA products continues its growth across all consumer segments with a variety of designs at multiple price points.
The ultra compact and sleek new Nokia 2365i entry-tier flip phone features a large internal display, striking blue-on-black external display, extended talk time and Bluetooth technology. The Nokia 2865/2865i phone is an elegant and stylish monoblock design with a large color display, Bluetooth technology, internal antenna and FM Radio. With a slender, compact fold design, the Nokia 6175i is a new mid-tier flip phone with a 1.3 megapixel camera, Bluetooth technology, internal antenna, large color display and stereo FM radio.
Nokia Unveils Desirably Slim GSM Phone
The latest Nokia GSM handset, the Nokia 6126 phone, boasts a full feature set with music, design and imaging. This quad-band (GSM/EDGE/850/900/1800/1900) has a 1.3 megapixel camera, music player with removable memory available via hot-swappable card, Bluetooth, video ring tones, and a large 16 million color screen display -- all wrapped in a thin, sleek package.
Nokia Networks Announces New Operator Offerings
Nokia launched Nokia Mobility Hosting for mobile service providers, offering them the chance to quickly roll out new, exciting services like push- to-talk over cellular and multimedia messaging. Nokia also will be demonstrating its new Nokia UMA (unlicensed mobile access) Solution, which enables the seamless handover of a voice or data call from a WLAN network to a cellular network. And the Nokia Flexi Base Station, an innovative product that completely changes the way 3G and broadband wireless networks will be built, will be featured at the booth. Nokia also announced with RadioFrame Networks that Nokia will sell, distribute, and support RadioFrame Networks' picocell solutions to mobile network operators.
Nokia's Mobile Solutions Experience Center will be located outside the Las Vegas Convention Center in the Silver Lot. UMA, IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) applications, the Nokia Flexi Base Station, and Internet-High Speed Packet Access (I-HSPA) will be demonstrated. Demonstrations are by appointment only.
Nokia Provides End-to-End Mobile Device Management
Nokia today announced a new Device Management offering for carriers, which allows mobile operators to provide device management and device security services to their corporate customers. The new Nokia product, a result of the recent Intellisync acquisition, will become a part of a broader Nokia Unified Device Management Solution offering for enterprises, carriers, and service providers that will help operators manage their customer segments and device management operations.
Nokia will also be showcasing its latest enterprise solutions and business optimized devices, software and enhancements at the show. Highlights include the anticipated Nokia Eseries (E60, E61, E70) business devices and the Nokia 9300 device. In addition, mobile application solutions such as mobile email, enterprise voice, VOIP over WLAN, and the latest capabilities from Nokia's Intellisync product range.
Experience the Latest Multimedia Innovations
Nokia will be showcasing its Nseries devices and latest multimedia experiences in mobile TV, music, photography and Internet communications -- including the Nokia 770 Internet Tablet. Visit our booth and experience how the Nokia Nseries brings mobile connectivity to the next level -- beyond the phone call.
PRO Developers Work Showcased
Forum Nokia, Nokia's global developer support program, will be showcasing the Preminent client with a demonstration. Also, learn more about the S60 platform and experience enterprise, consumer and personal productivity applications from key developers on Series 40, S60 and Series 80 devices.
Jorma Ollila to Keynote on Day One
Jorma Ollila, Chairman and CEO of Nokia, will give a keynote on Wednesday, April 5, in the North Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Lecture Series at the Nokia Booth
Each hour beginning at 11:30 a.m. on all three show days, Nokia will host a series of educational presentations to provide in-depth information on industry trends and Nokia-specific products and solutions. The schedule of topics includes: DVB-H, Mobility in the Enterprise, Nokia Flexi Base Station, Product Design, Network Hosting, and S60. Visit the Nokia booth for a full schedule.
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If you want to stay up to speed on the latest and greatest from Nokia at CTIA, sign up for SMS alerts. For media, send a text message to 27166 with the keyword MEDIA. For show attendees, send a text message to 27166 with the keyword NOKIA. We'll send you periodic text messages alerting you to our news and activities. Standard text message rates apply. Available only on participating carriers. You can also check out http://www.nokia.mobi/ctia on your Web-enabled device for more show information.
About Nokia
Nokia is a world leader in mobile communications, driving the growth and sustainability of the broader mobility industry. Nokia connects people to each other and the information that matters to them with easy-to-use and innovative products like mobile phones, devices and solutions for imaging, games, media and businesses. Nokia provides equipment, solutions and services for network operators and corporations. http://www.nokia.com .
Media Inquiries: Nokia Americas Media Relations 972-894-4573 communication.corp@nokia.com Please note:
The Nokia 2365i, Nokia 2865/2865i and Nokia 6175i phones have not been authorized as required by the rules of the Federal Communications Commission ("FCC"). This device may not be sold or leased or offered for sale or lease, until FCC authorization is obtained.
Some features and services are dependent on the carrier, the network, and the compatibility of other devices, supported digital content formats, and other factors. Please refer to the user guide for complete information.
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DJ Option Shows Off 3.6 Mbps Data Calls In Las Vegas
Edited Press Release
BRUSSELS (Dow Jones)-- Option NV (OPTI.BT) the wireless technology company, today announced that it is demonstrating live HSDPA data calls at transmission rates of up to 3.6 Mbps at the CTIA Wireless tradeshow in Las Vegas (3rd party booth 1806, Hall C-3). The data calls are being initiated with an Option HSDPA 3.6 Mbps data card and on commercial HSDPA network equipment. In December 2005, Option completed the world's first successful demonstration of live HSDPA data calls at rates of 3.6Mbps across Nortel HSDPA network equipment. In January 2006, Cingular Wireless became the first wireless carrier in the world to complete a mobile data call on a commercial 3G network using the Option 3.6Mbps HSDPA data card. Option currently has a product portfolio of eight (8) HSDPA 1.8 Mbps products, of which five data cards, two fixed-wireless devices and one embedded wireless module. The Company is currently shipping HSDPA products to leading network operators worldwide.
Company website: http://www.option.be
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Alvarion Mobile WiMAX Solution, 4Motion(TM), Targeted for Multiple
Markets, Now Leverages Texas Instruments Wireless Infrastructure
Technology Flexible TI Technology Enables Alvarion to Quickly Roll Out Advanced
BreezeMAX(TM) Products
LAS VEGAS, April 5, 2006 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Texas Instruments Incorporated (NYSE: TXN) (TI) today announced that Alvarion (Nasdaq: ALVR), the world's leading provider of wireless broadband solutions and specialized mobile networks, has selected the company's portfolio of WiMAX infrastructure technologies as part of its mobile WiMAX solution, 4Motion. Alvarion's BreezeMAX system, the primary building block of 4Motion's radio access network, will leverage TI technology to address the growing demand for mobile broadband wireless technologies, including support for IEEE 802.16e standards, across a broad range of spectrum. These products enable carriers to offer high-performance broadband data, voice and multimedia services over wider coverage areas.
Alvarion's current BreezeMAX WiMAX platform is designed from the ground up according to the IEEE 802.16 standards and uses OFDM technology for advanced non-line-of-sight (NLOS) functionality. Its carrier-class design supports broadband speeds and quality of service (QoS) to enable carriers to offer triple play services to thousands of subscribers in a single base station. Since its launch in mid-2004, Alvarion's BreezeMAX has been successfully deployed in over 150 installations in more than 30 countries around the world.
Alvarion is the first to provide WiMAX equipment incorporating TI's flexible analog and DSP-based infrastructure technology, compliant with the IEEE 802.16e standard and its BreezeMAX system is well suited to meet the needs of fixed, portable and mobile wireless broadband applications. Developing products for fixed, portable and mobile WiMAX markets is a key to success in this growing industry, as Forward Concepts estimates that by 2009, sales of WiMAX equipment for both segments will total $2 billion.
"Alvarion works closely with carriers around the world to understand the diverse needs in different regions for delivering 'personal broadband' to everyone, everywhere," said Rudy Leser, corporate vice president, strategy and marketing, Alvarion. "TI's WiMAX products offer us the high-performance and flexibility we need to meet this growing demand for current as well as next generation of services. Alvarion and TI have collaborated on past generations of broadband wireless products, and we are pleased to extend those efforts to the 802.16e market."
TI recently announced its complete solution for the WiMAX market based on its TMS320TCI6482 1GHz DSP, designed for wireless infrastructure applications. The chip is complemented with an advanced software library that reduces product development time, while allowing manufacturers to customize the software and add their own intellectual property. TI's flexible solution supports both fixed and mobile applications across multiple frequency bands, enabling equipment manufacturers to create cost-effective system configurations that can be used for multiple broadband wireless applications.
"We have worked closely with Alvarion to help define the right solution for this growing market and will continue to focus on providing optimized solutions to best meet industry demands," said Sandeep Kumar, worldwide strategic marketing manager with TI's Communications Infrastructure Group. "Our newest mobile WiMAX offering easily integrates with Alvarion's existing infrastructure products, allowing service providers to quickly meet market requirements."
Alvarion will continue to deploy products incorporating TI's WiMAX technology this year.
About Alvarion
With more than 2 million units deployed in 150 countries, Alvarion is the worldwide leader in wireless broadband, providing systems to carriers, ISPs and private network operators, and also in extending coverage of GSM and CDMA mobile networks to developing countries and other hard to serve areas.
Leading the WiMAX revolution, Alvarion has the most extensive deployments and proven product portfolio in the industry covering the full range of frequency bands with both fixed and mobile solutions. Alvarion's products enable the delivery of business and residential broadband access, corporate VPNs, toll quality telephony, mobile base station feeding, hotspot coverage extension, community interconnection, public safety communications, and mobile voice and data. Alvarion works with several global OEM providers and more than 200 local partners to support its diverse global customer base in solving their last-mile challenges.
As a wireless broadband pioneer, Alvarion has been driving and delivering innovations for more than 10 years from core technology developments to creating and promoting industry standards. Leveraging its key roles in the IEEE and HiperMAN standards committees and experience in deploying OFDM-based systems, the Company's prominent work in the WiMAX Forum(TM) is focused on increasing the widespread adoption of standards-based products in the wireless broadband market and leading the entire industry to mobile WiMAX solutions.
For more information, visit Alvarion's World Wide Web site at http://www.alvarion.com
About Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments Incorporated provides innovative DSP and analog technologies to meet our customers' real world signal processing requirements. In addition to Semiconductor, the company's businesses include Sensors & Controls, and Educational & Productivity Solutions. TI is headquartered in Dallas, Texas, and has manufacturing, design or sales operations in more than 25 countries.
Texas Instruments is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol TXN. More information is located on the World Wide Web at http://www.ti.com .
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Nortel Helps Operators to Maximize Spectrum to Deliver 3G New UMTS
Solutions to Support 850, 1700 / 2100 MHz Bands
LAS VEGAS, NV, April 5, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Nortel(x) (NYSE/TSX: NT) has introduced new solutions designed to provide wider availability of mobile broadband services, make it possible for wireless operators to leverage their existing 2G spectrum and utilize new spectrum being made available to deliver next- generation services and capabilities.
Nortel's new solutions are designed to help wireless operators deploy UMTS-based 3G networks in the 850 MHz and 1700/2100 MHz frequency spectrums. This complements Nortel's efforts in Europe where it is driving spectrum efficiency through the approval of 900 MHz spectrum to be used for UMTS and HSXPA services in Europe.
UMTS with turbo-charged HSDPA is capable of delivering speeds up to four times faster than many of today's current fixed broadband connections to enable interactive mobile gaming, DVD-quality film, enterprise applications and other bandwidth-intensive services.
The 850 MHz band is currently being used by operators in North America, the Caribbean, and Latin America to provide 2G/GSM services. Nortel's new product enhancements are designed to allow those operators to use their existing 850 MHz band of spectrum to support advanced 3G/UMTS services.
Nortel's product enhancements can be used by operators that secure new U.S. 1700 / 2100 MHz spectrum which will be made available through an FCC auction scheduled in June 2006.
"Nortel is working with carriers around the world to enhance their network capabilities and extend mobile broadband to more and more people," said Jean-Luc Jezouin, vice president GSM & UMTS Products, Nortel. "Because spectrum will remain a costly and limited resource, Nortel has engineered ways to help customers re-farm and reuse it, allowing them to make the most of their investment. With today's product introductions we will also be prepared to support the additional spectrum as it is made available by the various regulatory bodies."
Nortel's 850 MHz and 1700 / 2100 MHz solutions are scheduled for commercial availability in the second half of 2006 and are designed for use with Nortel's existing base station portfolio. In addition, Nortel's GSM-UMTS BTS 18000 supports both GSM and UMTS in tandem, an added benefit for operators needing to support customers on both, while migrating from GSM to UMTS.
Today's announcement continues Nortel's effort to drive efficient use of radio spectrum. As announced at 3GSM World Congress, Nortel has been championing in 3GPP and regulatory bodies, the approval of 900 MHz spectrum to be used for UMTS and HSPA services in Europe.
In March, Nortel and Qualcomm achieved the fastest HSDPA data call at 7.2 Mbps in the 850 MHz and 2100 MHz spectrums. A few months prior to that, the two companies joined with Orange to complete UMTS and HSDPA calls at 3.6 Mbps in the 900 MHz band, a spectrum that is well-suited to delivering DSL-like speeds to rural areas.
Demonstrations of data calls in the 850 MHz and 2100 MHz will be conducted at CTIA Wireless 2006 in Las Vegas (Las Vegas Convention Center, Hall C, Booth No. 1835) April 5-7.
The company's UMTS/HSDPA milestones include the industry's first HSDPA mobile call in January 2005 and the first live test call using a commercial handset solution in March 2005, the latter being conducted with LGE. Additionally, Nortel earned recognition in June 2005 when it became the first wireless network supplier to complete the TL9000 registration standard for Quality Management System Requirements and Measurements across its HSDPA, UMTS, and GSM wireless infrastructure solutions.
Nortel has worked with a number of wireless operators on HSDPA trials and deployments including EDGE Wireless in the US; SKT and KTF in Korea; Orange at 3GSM World Congress 2005 in Cannes, France; Vodafone at CeBIT 2005 in Hanover, Germany; Partner Communications in Israel; and Mobilkom Austria.
About Nortel
Nortel is a recognized leader in delivering communications capabilities that enhance the human experience, ignite and power global commerce, and secure and protect the world's most critical information. Our next generation technologies, for both service providers and enterprises, span access and core networks, support multimedia and business-critical applications, and help eliminate today's barriers to efficiency, speed and performance by simplifying networks and connecting people with information. Nortel does business in more than 150 countries. For more information, visit Nortel on the Web at www.nortel.com. For the latest Nortel news, visit www.nortel.com/news.
Certain statements in this press release may contain words such as "could", "expects", "may", "anticipates", "believes", "intends", "estimates", "plans", "envisions", "seeks" and other similar language and are considered forward-looking statements or information under applicable securities legislation. These statements are based on Nortel's current expectations, estimates, forecasts and projections about the operating environment, economies and markets in which Nortel operates. These statements are subject to important assumptions, risks and uncertainties, which are difficult to predict and the actual outcome may be materially different. Although Nortel believes expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable based upon the assumptions in this press release, they may prove to be inaccurate and consequently Nortel's actual results could differ materially from its expectations set out in this press release. Further, actual results or events could differ materially from those contemplated in forward-looking statements as a result of the following (i) risks and uncertainties relating to Nortel's restatements and related matters including: Nortel's recently announced restatement and two previous restatements of its financial statements and related events and that the previously filed financial statements of Nortel and NNL and related audit reports should not be relied upon; the negative impact on Nortel and NNL of their announced restatement and delay in filing their financial statements and related periodic reports causing them to breach their public debt indentures and obligations under their credit facilities with the possibility that the holders of their public debt or NNL's lenders would seek to accelerate the maturity of that debt; and causing a breach of NNL's support facility with EDC with the possibility that EDC would refuse to issue additional support under the facility, terminate its commitments under the facility or require NNL to cash collateralize all existing support; legal judgments, fines, penalties or settlements, or any substantial regulatory fines or other penalties or sanctions, related to the ongoing regulatory and criminal investigations of Nortel in the U.S. and Canada; any significant pending civil litigation actions not encompassed by Nortel's proposed class action settlement; any substantial cash payment and/or significant dilution of Nortel's existing equity positions resulting from the finalization and approval of its proposed class action settlement, or if such proposed class action settlement is not finalized, any larger settlements or awards of damages in respect of such class actions; any unsuccessful remediation of Nortel's material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting resulting in an inability to report Nortel's results of operations and financial condition accurately and in a timely manner; the time required to implement Nortel's remedial measures; Nortel's inability to access, in its current form, its shelf registration filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and Nortel's below investment grade credit rating and any further adverse effect on its credit rating due to Nortel's restatement of its financial statements; any adverse affect on Nortel's business and market price of its publicly traded securities arising from continuing negative publicity related to Nortel's restatements; Nortel's potential inability to attract or retain the personnel necessary to achieve its business objectives; any breach by Nortel of the continued listing requirements of the NYSE or TSX causing the NYSE and/or the TSX to commence suspension or delisting procedures; any default in Nortel's filing obligations extending beyond May 9, 2006, causing any Canadian securities regulatory authority to impose an order to cease all trading in Nortel's securities within the applicable jurisdiction or to impose such an order sooner if Nortel fails to comply with the alternate information guidelines of such regulatory authorities; (ii) risks and uncertainties relating to Nortel's business including: yearly and quarterly fluctuations of Nortel's operating results; reduced demand and pricing pressures for its products due to global economic conditions, significant competition, competitive pricing practice, cautious capital spending by customers, increased industry consolidation, rapidly changing technologies, evolving industry standards, frequent new product introductions and short product life cycles, and other trends and industry characteristics affecting the telecommunications industry; any material and adverse affects on Nortel's performance if its expectations regarding market demand for particular products prove to be wrong or because of certain barriers in its efforts to expand internationally; any reduction in Nortel's operating results and any related volatility in its market price of its publicly traded securities arising from any decline in its gross margin, or fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates; any negative developments associated with Nortel's supply contract and contract manufacturing agreements including as a result of using a sole supplier for key optical networking solutions components, and any defects or errors in Nortel's current or planned products; any negative impact to Nortel of its failure to achieve its business transformation objectives; restrictions on how Nortel and its president and chief executive officer conduct its business arising from a settlement with Motorola Inc.; additional valuation allowances for all or a portion of its deferred tax assets; Nortel's failure to protect its intellectual property rights, or any adverse judgments or settlements arising out of disputes regarding intellectual property; changes in regulation of the Internet and/or other aspects of the industry; Nortel's failure to successfully operate or integrate its strategic acquisitions, or failure to consummate or succeed with its strategic alliances; any negative affect of Nortel's failure to evolve adequately its financial and managerial control and reporting systems and processes, manage and grow its business, or create an effective risk management strategy; and (iii) risks and uncertainties relating to Nortel's liquidity, financing arrangements and capital including: the impact of Nortel's recently announced restatement and two previous restatements of its financial statements; any acceleration under their public debt indentures and credit facilities, which may result in Nortel and NNL being unable to meet their respective payment obligations; any inability of Nortel to manage cash flow fluctuations to fund working capital requirements or achieve its business objectives in a timely manner or obtain additional sources of funding; high levels of debt, limitations on Nortel capitalizing on business opportunities because of credit facility covenants, or on obtaining additional secured debt pursuant to the provisions of indentures governing certain of Nortel's public debt issues and the provisions of its credit facilities; any increase of restricted cash requirements for Nortel if it is unable to secure alternative support for obligations arising from certain normal course business activities, or any inability of Nortel's subsidiaries to provide it with sufficient funding; any negative affect to Nortel of the need to make larger defined benefit plans contributions in the future or exposure to customer credit risks or inability of customers to fulfill payment obligations under customer financing arrangements; any negative impact on Nortel's ability to make future acquisitions, raise capital, issue debt and retain employees arising from stock price volatility and further declines in Nortel's market price of its publicly traded securities, or any future share consolidation resulting in a lower total market capitalization or adverse affect on the liquidity of Nortel's common shares. For additional information with respect to certain of these and other factors, see Nortel's securities filings with the SEC. Unless otherwise required by applicable securities laws, Nortel disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
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Cingular, HP Collaborate On Global 3G-Powered Notebooks Future HP
business notebooks to integrate Cingular BroadbandConnect
LAS VEGAS, April 5, 2006 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- CTIA Wireless 2006 -- Cingular Wireless and HP -- two long-time collaborators in the delivery of innovative wireless services -- today announced a marketing agreement that will integrate Cingular's BroadbandConnect into future HP business notebooks.
HP is expected to be the first company to provide customers with global 3G capabilities when it expands its range of broadband wireless notebooks to integrate Cingular's critically acclaimed UMTS/HSDPA-based technology later this year. Customers will be able to enjoy wireless access to email, the Internet and critical business data(1) both in the United States -- either with BroadbandConnect or high-speed EDGE services -- and abroad in more than 100 countries worldwide in which there are UMTS or GPRS/EDGE networks available. BroadbandConnect service is expected to be available in most major U.S. markets by the end of this year.
"Cingular is a pioneer in the deployment of national, high-speed wireless data services and in the integration of wireless wide area network capabilities in portable computers," said Jeff Bradley, vice president, business data services, for Cingular Wireless. "We look forward to putting this wireless experience and expertise to work for HP as we team with them to bring notebook customers the global 3G wireless broadband technology of choice."
"HP is taking mobile computing beyond borders and boundaries to something truly global as a result of our relationship with Cingular Wireless," said Ted Clark, senior vice president and general manager, Notebook Global Business Unit, HP. "The Cingular BroadbandConnect network together with our broad portfolio of mobile devices enable mobile professionals to stay more connected to the people and information that are most important to them."
UMTS/HSDPA is the global standard and natural 3G evolutionary path for GSM providers with 45 countries currently offering UMTS service. It provides average download speeds between 400-700 kilobits per second (kbps), with bursts to more than one megabit per second (mbps).
Cingular Wireless was the first carrier in the world to make HSDPA service widely available to customers. Cingular's UMTS/HSDPA-based BroadbandConnect service is available today in 16 markets covering 52 cities, and is expected to be available in most major markets by the end of this year. Cingular's EDGE network, the largest national high-speed wireless data network in the U.S. with coverage in 13,000 cities and towns, provides average download speeds of up to 135kbps.
The agreement to include Cingular's BroadbandConnect(1) in HP notebooks is the latest in a series of collaborations between the two companies to bring the power of computing to a mobile environment.
HP has offered first Cingular GPRS- and then EDGE-enabled wireless PC modem cards to its customers for the past several years. In 2005, Cingular and HP introduced two popular, cutting-edge wireless(2) handheld devices -- the HP iPAQ Pocket PC h6320/6325 and the HP iPAQ hw6500 series Mobile Messenger with built-in GPS(3).
"Our two companies have worked together for many years to give customers the best of both worlds -- Cingular's world-class wireless data technology coupled with HP's powerful and innovative computing products," Bradley said. "It is an alliance that will only get stronger as Cingular and HP together bring to market global standard products that make it easier for customers to stay connected to a much wider selection of important information whether they are within our nation's borders or abroad."
Cingular Wireless provides wireless services to 95 of the Fortune 100 companies, and counts more than 80 percent of the Fortune 500 and over 1,200 federal, state and local government agencies as customers.
About HP
HP is a technology solutions provider to consumers, businesses and institutions globally. The company's offerings span IT infrastructure, global services, business and home computing, and imaging and printing. For the four fiscal quarters ended Jan. 31, 2006, HP revenue totaled $87.9 billion. More information about HP (NYSE, Nasdaq: HPQ) is available at http://www.hp.com .
About Cingular Wireless
Cingular Wireless is the largest wireless carrier in the United States, serving 54.1 million customers. Cingular, a joint venture between AT&T Inc., formerly SBC Communications Inc., (NYSE: T), and BellSouth Corporation (NYSE: BLS), has the largest digital voice and data network in the nation -- the ALLOVER(TM) network -- and the largest mobile-to-mobile community of any national wireless carrier. Cingular is a leader in third generation wireless technology. Its 3G network is the first widely available service in the world to use HSDPA (High Speed Downlink Packet Access) technology. Cingular is the only U.S. wireless carrier to offer Rollover(R), the wireless plan that lets customers keep their unused monthly minutes. Details of the company are available at http://www.cingular.com/ . Get Cingular Wireless press releases e-mailed to you automatically. Sign up at http://cingular.mediaroom.com/
(1) Wireless use requires separately purchased service contract. Access limited to coverage area of Cingular Wireless. Check with Cingular Wireless for availability and coverage in your area. (2) A standard GSM/GPRS/EDGE infrastructure, other Bluetooth(TM)-enabled devices, separately purchased equipment, and a service contract with a wireless airtime provider may be required for applicable wireless communication. GSM/GPRS/EDGE Wireless Internet access requires separately purchased Internet service contract. Check with service provider for availability and coverage in your area. Not all web content available. GPRS/EDGE may not be available in all networks. GPRS/EDGE data transmission speeds may vary based upon network capabilities and other conditions. Establishment and continuation of a GPRS/EDGE connection depends on network availability, provider support and signal strength. (3) In order to perform GPS navigation a software application and maps must be purchase separately at http://www.hp.com/go/gpsnavigation .
Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license.
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Nokia Showcases End-to-End Mobility Solutions at CTIA 2006 New GSM and
CDMA Devices and Network Infrastructure Innovations Broaden Nokia Portfolio
LAS VEGAS, April 5, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Today at the world's largest wireless show, CTIA Wireless 2006, Nokia (NYSE: NOK) is demonstrating its comprehensive offering of true end-to-end mobility solutions, which together enable people to mobilize their lives. Nokia will be showcasing new devices and network innovations, as well as the latest mobile enterprise and multimedia solutions at Nokia booth 2641, located in the Central Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Nokia Expands CDMA Portfolio with Multiple New Handsets
With the addition of three new CDMA handsets, Nokia's range of CDMA products continues its growth across all consumer segments with a variety of designs at multiple price points.
The ultra compact and sleek new Nokia 2365i entry-tier flip phone features a large internal display, striking blue-on-black external display, extended talk time and Bluetooth technology. The Nokia 2865/2865i phone is an elegant and stylish monoblock design with a large color display, Bluetooth technology, internal antenna and FM Radio. With a slender, compact fold design, the Nokia 6175i is a new mid-tier flip phone with a 1.3 megapixel camera, Bluetooth technology, internal antenna, large color display and stereo FM radio.
Nokia Unveils Desirably Slim GSM Phone
The latest Nokia GSM handset, the Nokia 6126 phone, boasts a full feature set with music, design and imaging. This quad-band (GSM/EDGE/850/900/1800/1900) has a 1.3 megapixel camera, music player with removable memory available via hot-swappable card, Bluetooth, video ring tones, and a large 16 million color screen display -- all wrapped in a thin, sleek package.
Nokia Networks Announces New Operator Offerings
Nokia launched Nokia Mobility Hosting for mobile service providers, offering them the chance to quickly roll out new, exciting services like push- to-talk over cellular and multimedia messaging. Nokia also will be demonstrating its new Nokia UMA (unlicensed mobile access) Solution, which enables the seamless handover of a voice or data call from a WLAN network to a cellular network. And the Nokia Flexi Base Station, an innovative product that completely changes the way 3G and broadband wireless networks will be built, will be featured at the booth. Nokia also announced with RadioFrame Networks that Nokia will sell, distribute, and support RadioFrame Networks' picocell solutions to mobile network operators.
Nokia's Mobile Solutions Experience Center will be located outside the Las Vegas Convention Center in the Silver Lot. UMA, IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) applications, the Nokia Flexi Base Station, and Internet-High Speed Packet Access (I-HSPA) will be demonstrated. Demonstrations are by appointment only.
Nokia Provides End-to-End Mobile Device Management
Nokia today announced a new Device Management offering for carriers, which allows mobile operators to provide device management and device security services to their corporate customers. The new Nokia product, a result of the recent Intellisync acquisition, will become a part of a broader Nokia Unified Device Management Solution offering for enterprises, carriers, and service providers that will help operators manage their customer segments and device management operations.
Nokia will also be showcasing its latest enterprise solutions and business optimized devices, software and enhancements at the show. Highlights include the anticipated Nokia Eseries (E60, E61, E70) business devices and the Nokia 9300 device. In addition, mobile application solutions such as mobile email, enterprise voice, VOIP over WLAN, and the latest capabilities from Nokia's Intellisync product range.
Experience the Latest Multimedia Innovations
Nokia will be showcasing its Nseries devices and latest multimedia experiences in mobile TV, music, photography and Internet communications -- including the Nokia 770 Internet Tablet. Visit our booth and experience how the Nokia Nseries brings mobile connectivity to the next level -- beyond the phone call.
PRO Developers Work Showcased
Forum Nokia, Nokia's global developer support program, will be showcasing the Preminent client with a demonstration. Also, learn more about the S60 platform and experience enterprise, consumer and personal productivity applications from key developers on Series 40, S60 and Series 80 devices.
Jorma Ollila to Keynote on Day One
Jorma Ollila, Chairman and CEO of Nokia, will give a keynote on Wednesday, April 5, in the North Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Lecture Series at the Nokia Booth
Each hour beginning at 11:30 a.m. on all three show days, Nokia will host a series of educational presentations to provide in-depth information on industry trends and Nokia-specific products and solutions. The schedule of topics includes: DVB-H, Mobility in the Enterprise, Nokia Flexi Base Station, Product Design, Network Hosting, and S60. Visit the Nokia booth for a full schedule.
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About Nokia
Nokia is a world leader in mobile communications, driving the growth and sustainability of the broader mobility industry. Nokia connects people to each other and the information that matters to them with easy-to-use and innovative products like mobile phones, devices and solutions for imaging, games, media and businesses. Nokia provides equipment, solutions and services for network operators and corporations. http://www.nokia.com .
Media Inquiries: Nokia Americas Media Relations 972-894-4573 communication.corp@nokia.com Please note:
The Nokia 2365i, Nokia 2865/2865i and Nokia 6175i phones have not been authorized as required by the rules of the Federal Communications Commission ("FCC"). This device may not be sold or leased or offered for sale or lease, until FCC authorization is obtained.
Some features and services are dependent on the carrier, the network, and the compatibility of other devices, supported digital content formats, and other factors. Please refer to the user guide for complete information.
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Samsung and Tekelec Announce Interoperability for Mobile NGN Solution
LAS VEGAS, April 5, 2006 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Today at the CTIA Wireless 2006 conference, Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung) and Tekelec (Nasdaq: TKLC), a leading developer of high-performance network applications for next- generation fixed, mobile and packet networks, announced interoperability between the Samsung SSX-300C Wireless Softswitch (WSS) and the Tekelec 8000 Converged Multimedia Gateway.
The interoperability brings Samsung closer to a joint solution with the Tekelec 8000 Converged Multimedia Gateway as a part of Samsung's Mobile Next Generation Network (NGN) solution for North America.
The Tekelec 8000 Converged Multimedia Gateway is a highly flexible and reliable converged media gateway that ideally complements the Samsung SSX-300C WSS, the keystone for Samsung's distributed mobile switching center (MSC) solution.
Samsung's WSS is a CDMA2000-compliant and field-proven mobile call server controlling distributed media gateways and managing call/session control for voice and data services. Its telco-grade reliability and NGN protocols readiness make it easy for wireless operators to integrate the system into existing and future network environments, while its high-capacity can support a heavy volume of busy-hour call attempts (BHCA) and subscribers.
"The interoperability of the Samsung Wireless Softswitch and the Tekelec 8000 Converged Multimedia Gateway provides a strong foundation for our mobile NGN solution in North America," said Tom Jasny, Samsung's vice president of wireless and broadband network systems. "We are committed to providing operators with field-proven, cost-effective solutions that allow subscribers to easily migrate to new IMS services."
Frank Plastina, Tekelec's president and CEO, added, "Tekelec is a leader in converged media gateway technologies and the ideal choice to help mobile operators deliver advanced, revenue-building services today while supporting their transition to tomorrow's converged solutions. Our new relationship with Samsung, a global mobile solution provider, further confirms Tekelec's leadership position in the next-generation converged media gateway market."
About Samsung Telecommunications America
Samsung Telecommunications America, L.P., a Dallas-based subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., researches, develops and markets wireless handsets and telecommunications products throughout North America. For more information, see STA's website at http://www.samsungwireless.com
About Samsung
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2005 parent company sales of US$56.7 billion and net income of US$7.5 billion. Employing approximately 128,000 people in over 90 offices in 51 countries, the company consists of five main business units: Digital Appliance Business, Digital Media Business, LCD Business, Semiconductor Business and Telecommunication Network Business. Recognized as one of the fastest growing global brands, Samsung Electronics is a leading producer of digital TVs, memory chips, mobile phones, and TFT-LCDs. For more information, please visit http://www.samsung.com .
About the Samsung SSX-300C Wireless Softswitch
Samsung's WSS is a next generation CDMA2000 MSC system that provides a Softswitch-based solution. The WSS system is designed to support present circuit switched 2G mobile networks, as well as packet switched 3G networks, and to enable even migration to IMS networks. The WSS system offers exceptional flexibility and reliability, in a cost-effective, easy-to-deploy, small footprint that readily overlays onto existing infrastructure.
Samsung's WSS supports next-generation network protocols SIP, VoiceXML, and Megaco, making it a future-ready solution that allows subscribers to easily migrate to new, advanced packet-based IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) services via a simple software upgrade. Samsung's IMS provides next generation wireless services including Voice over IP (VoIP), multimedia conferencing, networked gaming, location-based services, instant messaging, and IP-TV.
Samsung's next-generation MSC solution gives operators a highly flexible, scaleable architecture that supports an open architecture operating system and shares a common server platform for WCDMA (MSC server), CDMA (WSS), Wireline (SS) and IMS Server Applications. It continues to support legacy wireless services such as voicemail, SMS, push-to-talk, and music ring-back tones.
About Tekelec
Tekelec is a high-performance network applications company that is accelerating the transition to IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) networks for service providers around the globe. With its unparalleled experience at the intersection of network applications and session control, Tekelec creates the most-efficient platforms for managing media and delivering network solutions. Corporate headquarters are in Morrisville, N.C., with research and development facilities and sales offices throughout the world. For more information, please visit http://www.tekelec.com .
About the Tekelec 8000 Media Gateway
The Tekelec 8000 MG is a wireline and wireless media gateway based on 3GPP and 3GPP2 standards for GSM, UMTS, UMA and CDMA networks. Its flexible architecture simplifies the number of network elements required for building a 3G-core network, resulting in significantly reduced capital and operating costs. The Tekelec 8000 enables operators to seamlessly evolve into next- generation, IMS architecture.
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Harris Corporation Enhances TRuepoint(TM) With Remote Capacity
Control Industry-leading Microwave Radio Platform Gives Operators a Chance to
'Pay as You Grow' for Point-to-Point Microwave Links
LAS VEGAS, CTIA WIRELESS 2006, April 5, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Harris Corporation (NYSE: HRS), a leading global provider of wireless equipment and services, today announced it has added a new feature to its flagship TRuepoint(TM) digital microwave radio platform -- remote capacity control to enable operators to "pay as you grow" on any point-to-point microwave link. Remote capacity control enables wireless operators to scale capacity on any TRuepoint(TM) microwave link within their global networks to deliver performance where and when it is needed. As a result, Harris customers now have the granular control required to optimize network resources and cost- effectively adjust capacity on an on-demand basis.
"With the mass adoption of 3G, HSDPA and other wireless broadband services almost upon us, our customers are looking to us not just for high-capacity backhaul, but for the intelligence to manage that capacity as market demands dictate," stated Guy Campbell, president of the Harris Microwave Communications Division. "These additional features give our customers the ability to centrally manage and dynamically adjust their network resources as different levels of capacity are required in different markets."
TRuepoint(TM) enhancements provide operators with the flexibility to remotely optimize their networks' performance. This ability allows operators to cost effectively adapt to the dynamic traffic flows incurred by IP-based services (e.g. 3G, HSDPA) that require substantially more capacity than previous voice and data services. Many operators plan to offer several of these IP-based services to various markets around the globe, so there is a significant level of unpredictability in terms of how much capacity will be required to deliver service in a given geographical area. Prior to remote capacity control, this unpredictability could result in expensive cost over- runs when operators were forced to guess at capacity requirements.
The new enhancements engineered by Harris remove the uncertainty in delivering the appropriate level of backhaul capacity, as TRuepoint(TM) customers can now remotely scale the capacity of the point-to-point microwave link up or down without hardware changes or site visits. In doing so, Harris eliminates costly truck rolls and reduces the time required by an operator to adjust fluctuating network capacity requirements driven by bandwidth-intensive services.
"Wireless operators around the world are moving to IP-based services at an accelerated rate and that means significant demand for dynamic backhaul," said Emmy Johnson, principal analyst at Skylight Research, a research firm focused on wireless, last-mile WAN technologies. "The market will continue to require more and more backhaul capacity as services continue to become increasingly advanced. By adding additional capacity control, Harris has made its award- winning TRuepoint(TM) platform much stronger."
TRuepoint(TM), which is deployed in more than 55 countries around the globe, is currently the only digital radio platform combining remote capacity control and secure network management and also providing both TDM and IP interfaces. The new enhancements to TRuepoint(TM) are available now.
For more information on Harris MCD and TRuepoint, please visit us at CTIA Wireless, booth #6043 or on the Web at http://www.microwave.harris.com/news/vpr
About TRuepoint(TM)
TRuepoint digital microwave radios lead the wireless backhaul industry in terms of both performance and manageability. Its modular, software-selectable architecture allows TRuepoint(TM) to seamlessly switch between PDH and SDH applications, enabling service providers to use a universal platform to deliver multiple applications throughout their networks. Designed specifically to deliver point-to-point wireless service, TRuepoint radios can deliver service from 4 to 155 Mbps at frequencies ranging from 6 to 38 GHz. In addition, service providers can completely manage TRuepoint(TM) deployments remotely, with SNMP-based management. Built-in diagnostics and performance management are also available.
About Harris Microwave Communications Division
Harris Microwave Communications Division, one of four divisions within Harris Corporation, is the largest supplier of microwave systems in North America and a leading supplier worldwide. Harris Corporation is an international communications technology company focused on providing assured communications(TM) products, systems and services for government and commercial customers. The company's operating divisions serve markets for government communications, tactical radio, broadcast, microwave, and network support systems. Harris provides systems and service to customers in more than 150 countries. Additional information about Harris Corporation is available at http://www.harris.com .
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PRESS RELEASE: Must a Slim Design Always Mean a Slim Feature Set? Nokia Engineers Say No.
LAS VEGAS, April 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- When Nokia (NYSE: NOK) engineers were tasked with designing a sleek, fold-style handset that did not compromise on quality, ease-of-use, style or features, they took up the challenge and delivered a product that changes the conventional wisdom that a slim phone cannot be as powerful as it is beautiful. Today, Nokia unveils the result of this engineering challenge, the quad-band (GSM/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900) Nokia 6126 phone. Featuring a graceful tapered design that averages a mere 17mm (.67 inches) from top to bottom, it still manages to deliver a wide range of the most desired mobile features which are easily accessible via Nokia's hallmark intuitive user interface. The Nokia 6126 phone is expected to be available in North American markets during the 2nd quarter of 2006.
Design
Along with its slim, tapered profile -- the Nokia 6126 phone is also just 48mm (1.9 inches) wide and weighs in at a featherweight 112 grams (3.9 ounces). While these compact dimensions make the Nokia 6126 phone easy to pick up, the luxurious soft-touch finish makes it equally hard to put down. Besides the soft-touch black finish, the Nokia 6126 phone can also be found in silver with white, beige or red accents.
For an added touch of fun and convenience, the Nokia 6126 phone also integrates a push-to-open button into its design. Located at the edge of the hinge, the button, when depressed, allows the phone to automatically glide into the open position. This not only makes for convenient one-handed operation, but satisfies the desire to create a level of 'phone envy' among friends.
Features
A full suite of the most popular features has been engineered into the Nokia 6126 phone. To enjoy music on the go, the Nokia 6126 phone includes a digital music player that supports a variety of formats including MP3, AAC, AAC+ and eAAC+. With an optional 1 GB microSD card, approximately 1,000 songs can be stored on the hot-swappable memory card and enjoyed using an optional wired stereo headset, or for the ultimate in convenience, through an optional wireless stereo headset using Bluetooth technology.
Quad-band GSM/EDGE technology allows the Nokia 6126 phone to be used on virtually all GSM systems around the world (subject to operator roaming agreements), while Nokia's industry benchmark RF engineering maximizes performance to get the most out of these global networks.
The integrated 1.3 megapixel camera includes 8x digital zoom and a full screen portrait mode viewfinder that lets users see exactly what they are capturing. In video mode, the Nokia 6126 can capture video clips that can be saved, sent, or used as video ring tones on both the internal and external displays. Additional features include streaming audio and video support, built-in 3D games, including a 3D version of the classic 'Snake' game, local and remote synchronization of contact, calendar and to-do lists and enhanced voice features including speaker-independent name dialing.
Ease-of-use
The Nokia 6126 phone implements the all-new third edition of Nokia's popular Series 40 user interface. This user interface builds upon the intuitive menu structure that has made Nokia Series 40-based handsets perennial best-sellers around the world. It also adds 'Active Standby Mode', which allows the idle screen to keep owners informed of calendar and to-do items and to provide quick access to the most-used applications.
To make this powerful functionality easily accessible, the Nokia 6126 phone includes the latest in human interface technology. The main display features an ultra-crisp 2.2 inch 16.7 million True Color TFT 320 x 240 pixel QVGA display to make icons, text and images incredibly sharp and true-to-life. The external display is a full 262,000 color 128 x 160 pixel screen -- which delivers even higher quality output than the main display found on many phone models. For fast, accurate data entry, the Nokia 6126 phone employs a unique dual level keypad that uses a raised area on each key which allows for the largest possible key size, yet still delivers a natural space between keys for a positive tactile response.
About Nokia
Nokia is a world leader in mobile communications, driving the growth and sustainability of the broader mobility industry. Nokia connects people to each other and the information that matters to them with easy-to-use and innovative products like mobile phones, devices and solutions for imaging, games, media and businesses. Nokia provides equipment, solutions and services for network operators and corporations. http://www.nokia.com
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Mobile Operator Optimus Selects Cisco IP RAN Optimization; Optimus
Portugal to Save Up to 50 Percent on 2G and 3G Backhaul Costs with Cisco's IP
Radio Access Network (RAN) Optimization Solution
SAN JOSE, Calif., Apr 05, 2006 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Following the launch of Cisco's Internet Protocol (IP) Radio Access Network (RAN) optimization solution at 3GSM, Cisco Systems(R) (NASDAQ:CSCO) today announced that mobile operator Optimus in Portugal, has now begun deployment of Cisco's IP RAN optimization solution in its network. Optimus is deploying Cisco IP RAN optimization to reduce backhaul network traffic by up to 50 percent, cut operating expenses and to provide new services, such as Universal Mobile Telecommunication Service (UMTS) and High-Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA).
"One of the barriers to pervasive mobility has been tethered to developing an infrastructure that is capable of delivering high-speed broadband connectivity," said Jose Pinto Correia, CTO at Optimus, Portugal. "With the Cisco IP RAN optimization solution in place, Optimus can lower expenses, increase network capabilities, and most importantly, be a leader in providing our customers with new high-speed mobile services."
For Optimus, the Cisco IP RAN optimization solution serves four needs. First, Cisco IP RAN optimization reduces operating expenses for GSM and UMTS networks by using IP to optimize and aggregate mixed generation cellular traffic to lower backhaul costs. Second, its efficient transport supports 2G (GPRS, EDGE) and 3G (UMTS, HSDPA) voice and broadband data services without having to add multiple T1/E1 lines. Third, it supports higher-capacity and lower cost transport alternatives, such as Metro Ethernet, WiMAX, and DSL, which are ideally suited for bandwidth-demanding packet-based traffic such as HSDPA. Finally, it allows mobile operators to create new revenue streams by delivering innovative IP-based services, such as video broadcasting, Internet access and IP telephony, from the cell site making it an IP point of presence.
"At a minimum, a single HSDPA link requires 3.8Mbps, or two additional E1 lines. Multiply this to cover an entire network, and suddenly HSDPA can be a costly proposition," said Kim Wasserman, marketing product manager, Mobile Wireless Group, Cisco Systems. "Mobile operators, like Optimus, realize that IP RAN optimization provides a superior backhaul alternative. With it, operators can deploy new services without incurring unrecoverable costs."
Cisco IP RAN Optimization
Cisco IP RAN optimization solution optimizes GSM and UMTS traffic at the cell site using IP and helps to enable mobile operators to economically add new radio technologies, such as R99/R4 UMTS, and HSDPA, while delivering a common next-generation, efficient, multiservice IP backhaul. The solution includes a Cisco Mobile Wireless Edge Router (MWR) to optimize, aggregate and transparently transport mixed-generation voice, data and video over existing backhaul networks via IP and the Cisco Mobile Wireless Transport Manager (MWTM) to provide full monitoring. In this scenario, the Cisco IP RAN optimization solution typically results in a 50 percent efficiency gain, which means avoiding the expense of additional T1/E1 lines and accelerating deployments by making better use of the existing backhaul capacity.
Along with saving time and money today, the Cisco IP RAN optimization solution prepares operators for the future. For example, R99/R4 compliant UMTS and HSDPA traffic can be offloaded to a broadband or Ethernet-based network, thus taking advantage of the backhaul media independent properties of IP.
As 3GPP standards continue evolving toward IP for delivery of integrated voice, video and data services, the Cisco IP NGN vision and architecture offers significant business and technical benefits to mobile operators. As a component of Cisco's IP NGN, Cisco's IP RAN optimization solution demonstrates how Cisco networking technology leadership and IP innovation can deliver instant value in the RAN today, while creating long-term value for mobile operators. More information about Cisco's mobile service provider solutions is available at www.cisco.com/go/mobile.
About Optimus
From its beginning in 1998, Optimus has been steadily growing in the Portuguese market, having in view a sole objective: to be the leader in the Portuguese telecom market, providing its Customers with high-quality services and mobile phones that improve people's lives because they simplify, bring near and amuse. Optimus had already over 2.1 million customers.
Optimus is the only mobile communications company in the world to have won three consecutive GSM Awards, a distinction that reinforces its international recognition. In Portugal, the new operator has also won a number of important awards; its technological excellence has also been recognised by the Institute of Communications of Portugal by means of the results of a survey carried out by the sector regulator regarding the quality of mobile networks in Portugal.
By constantly launching new products and services in the Portuguese market -- mobile portals, SMS news services, entertainment services, GPRS and 3G services -- Optimus is also the leader in terms of the usage of new technologies.
For further information, please visit www.optimus.pt
About Cisco Systems
Cisco Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:CSCO) is the worldwide leader in networking for the Internet. Information about Cisco can be found at http://www.cisco.com. For ongoing news, go to http://newsroom.cisco.com.
-- Traffic reduction estimates are based on laboratory conditions and standards. Actual results will depend on configuration and environmental conditions.
Cisco, Cisco Systems, and the Cisco Systems logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the United States and certain other countries. All other trademarks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners. The use of the word partner does not imply a partnership relationship between Cisco and any other company. This document is Cisco Public Information.
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CONTACT: Cisco Systems, Inc.
Chris McKie, 408-525-6366 (Press)
cmckie@cisco.com
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Relations)
timmorri@cisco.com
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lemon@cisco.com
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Axesstel Announces New Line of 3G Gateways Converging EV-DO Data, 1X
Voice, Analog Fax and Wi-Fi Router
LAS VEGAS, Apr 05, 2006 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Axesstel, Inc. (AMEX:AFT):
-- MV300 Series CDMA2000 1xEV-DO Gateways Offer Residential, Business and Commercial Users WWAN, WLAN, Voice and Analog Fax in One Integrated Device
-- MV300 Series Exhibited at CTIA Wireless and Mobile Focus
Axesstel, Inc. (AMEX:AFT), a leader in the design and development of fixed wireless voice and broadband data products, today announced a new product line of 3G wireless broadband gateways, beginning with the MV300 Series CDMA2000 1xEV-DO Gateways. The MV300 Series, including the MV310 (450 MHz), MV320 (800 MHz), MV330 (1900 MHz) and MV340 (800/1900 MHz), seamlessly combines CDMA2000 1xEV-DO wireless wide area networking (WWAN), a Wi-Fi wireless local area networking (WLAN) router, CDMA2000 1X circuit switch cellular voice and analog fax technology to provide wireless broadband data access, voice calling and fax capabilities in an easy-to-use, integrated desktop networking device. Commercial shipments of the first models in the series are anticipated to begin in the third quarter of 2006.
The MV300 Series Gateways address the demand from fixed wireless and mobile carriers for a terminal device that enables them to offer residential, small office/home office (SOHO), enterprise and commercial customers a cost-effective alternative to landline voice service and a superior high-speed alternative to dial up, integrated services digital network (ISDN) and digital subscriber line (DSL).
"There is pent up demand for terminal solutions that address the convergence of 3G data and voice, landline and wireless technologies, and WWAN and WLAN networking," said Mike Kwon, chief executive officer for Axesstel. "Residential and business customers alike are looking for a simple solution that serves all their voice and data needs, while operators are looking to capture more market share, and grow their subscriber bases. Our new MV300 Series Gateways converge disparate technologies, offer an easy-to-use integrated solution for end-users, and enables operators to leverage existing investments to expand their market share. The MV300 Series further diversifies our growing broadband product portfolio and will allow us to significantly expand our addressable market into more developed regions."
Engineered with a sleek new desktop and wall-mountable design, the MV300 Series Gateways leverage CDMA2000 1xEV-DO technology to provide broadband data at speeds up to 2.4 Mbps for high-speed access to email, the Internet, data intensive photos and graphics, and multi-media streaming. The MV300 Series will be backward compatible to CDMA2000 1X to ensure subscribers maintain high-speed connectivity in areas where a CDMA2000 1xEV-DO network is not yet available.
Plug a landline or cordless phone into a MV300 Series Gateway and users can make voice calls over a wireless CDMA2000 1X cellular network. Plug in an analog fax machine and users can begin sending and receiving facsimiles.
Integrated with an 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi router, the MV300 Series Gateways offer laptop users the convenience of wireless connectivity to broadband data from any room in a home or office and allows easy set up of a local hotspot for a variety of applications in enterprise, retail, public transportation and emergency response environments. Without any software drivers to install, a four-port Ethernet (RJ-45) router provides a trouble-free, plug-and-play solution that enables users to network multiple laptop and desktop PCs for streamlined access to high-speed data. A USB port provides an additional data connection point and two built-in RJ-11 ports enable users to plug in a fax machine or up to four landline phones. The dual-band (800/1900 MHz) functionality of the MV340 provides compatibility with networks worldwide.
Additional features of the Axesstel MV300 Series CDMA2000 1xEV-DO Gateways include:
-- Compatibility with other LAN and WLAN networking devices to further expand device networking capability
-- Two receive diversity antennas and two Wi-Fi antennas to maximize data throughput
-- E911 support with gpsOne(R) and an internal GPS antenna
-- Seven LEDs indicating power, signal, connection, 1xEV-DO mode, Ethernet, Wi-Fi and voice message status
-- Battery back up to ensure uninterrupted voice and data connectivity
For more information and a photo of the MV300 Series Gateway visit, www.axesstel.com
AXESSTEL AT CTIA WIRELESS AND MOBILE FOCUS 2006
Axesstel will exhibit the MV300 Series CDMA2000 1xEV-DO Gateways and MV200 Series Fixed Wireless Broadband Modems along with its fixed wireless phones and voice/data terminals in booth 5334 in the Enterprise Mobility Pavilion at CTIA Wireless being held April 5-7, 2006, at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas. The MV340 will also be on display at the Qualcomm booth (2047), and Axesstel will exhibit the device at the Mobile Focus 2006 media event being held April 5 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the MGM Grand Hotel in Las Vegas.
NOTES FOR EDITOR
Senior Axesstel executives will be available to offer comment on:
-- Global market demand for fixed wireless and broadband access
-- Advantages of fixed wireless and high-speed wireless broadband access
-- Successful business models and applications for fixed wireless and broadband access
-- Convergence of voice & data, landline and wireless technology and WLAN/WWAN networking
-- Axesstel's new 3G converged modems, fixed wireless phones and product roadmap
o set up a briefing at CTIA Wireless or Mobile Focus, please contact:Kim K. HanekeAxesstel, Inc.858-228-7249khaneke@axesstel.com
ABOUT AXESSTEL, INC.
Axesstel (AMEX:AFT) is a leader in the design and development of fixed wireless voice and broadband data products. Axesstel's product portfolio includes fixed wireless desktop phones, public call office phones, voice/data terminals and broadband modems for access to voice calling and high-speed data services. The company delivers innovative fixed wireless solutions to leading telecommunications operators and distributors worldwide. Axesstel is headquartered in San Diego, and has a research and development center and manufacturing facilities in Seoul, South Korea. For more information on Axesstel, visit www.axesstel.com.
"Safe Harbor" Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: With the exception of historical information, the statements set forth above include forward-looking statements relating to market penetration and conditions, product capabilities, and the timing of new product introductions, which may affect future results and the future viability of Axesstel. Axesstel wishes to caution readers that actual results could differ materially from those suggested by the forward-looking statements due to risks and uncertainties and a number of important risk factors. Those factors include but are not limited to unforeseen manufacturing difficulties, unanticipated component shortages, competitive pricing pressures and the risk factors noted in Axesstel's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, such as the rapidly changing nature of technology and frequent introductions of new products and enhancements by competitors; the competitive nature of the markets for Axesstel's products; product and customer mix; Axesstel's need to gain market acceptance for its products; the risks of primary dependence on one large customer; potential intellectual property-related litigation; Axesstel's need to attract and retain skilled personnel; and Axesstel's primary reliance on its sole contract manufacturer. All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement, and Axesstel undertakes no obligation to revise or update this press release to reflect events or circumstances occurring after this press release.
(C)2006 Axesstel, Inc. All rights reserved. The Axesstel logo is a trademark of Axesstel, Inc.
SOURCE: Axesstel, Inc.
CONTACT: Company PR Contact:
Axesstel, Inc.
Kim K. Haneke, 858-875-7291
khaneke@axesstel.com
or
Investor Relations Contacts:
Lippert/Heilshorn & Associates
Kirsten Chapman/David Barnard, 415-433-3777
david@lhai-sf.com
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Axesstel Announces New Line of 3G Gateways Converging EV-DO Data, 1X
Voice, Analog Fax and Wi-Fi Router
LAS VEGAS, Apr 05, 2006 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Axesstel, Inc. (AMEX:AFT):
-- MV300 Series CDMA2000 1xEV-DO Gateways Offer Residential, Business and Commercial Users WWAN, WLAN, Voice and Analog Fax in One Integrated Device
-- MV300 Series Exhibited at CTIA Wireless and Mobile Focus
Axesstel, Inc. (AMEX:AFT), a leader in the design and development of fixed wireless voice and broadband data products, today announced a new product line of 3G wireless broadband gateways, beginning with the MV300 Series CDMA2000 1xEV-DO Gateways. The MV300 Series, including the MV310 (450 MHz), MV320 (800 MHz), MV330 (1900 MHz) and MV340 (800/1900 MHz), seamlessly combines CDMA2000 1xEV-DO wireless wide area networking (WWAN), a Wi-Fi wireless local area networking (WLAN) router, CDMA2000 1X circuit switch cellular voice and analog fax technology to provide wireless broadband data access, voice calling and fax capabilities in an easy-to-use, integrated desktop networking device. Commercial shipments of the first models in the series are anticipated to begin in the third quarter of 2006.
The MV300 Series Gateways address the demand from fixed wireless and mobile carriers for a terminal device that enables them to offer residential, small office/home office (SOHO), enterprise and commercial customers a cost-effective alternative to landline voice service and a superior high-speed alternative to dial up, integrated services digital network (ISDN) and digital subscriber line (DSL).
"There is pent up demand for terminal solutions that address the convergence of 3G data and voice, landline and wireless technologies, and WWAN and WLAN networking," said Mike Kwon, chief executive officer for Axesstel. "Residential and business customers alike are looking for a simple solution that serves all their voice and data needs, while operators are looking to capture more market share, and grow their subscriber bases. Our new MV300 Series Gateways converge disparate technologies, offer an easy-to-use integrated solution for end-users, and enables operators to leverage existing investments to expand their market share. The MV300 Series further diversifies our growing broadband product portfolio and will allow us to significantly expand our addressable market into more developed regions."
Engineered with a sleek new desktop and wall-mountable design, the MV300 Series Gateways leverage CDMA2000 1xEV-DO technology to provide broadband data at speeds up to 2.4 Mbps for high-speed access to email, the Internet, data intensive photos and graphics, and multi-media streaming. The MV300 Series will be backward compatible to CDMA2000 1X to ensure subscribers maintain high-speed connectivity in areas where a CDMA2000 1xEV-DO network is not yet available.
Plug a landline or cordless phone into a MV300 Series Gateway and users can make voice calls over a wireless CDMA2000 1X cellular network. Plug in an analog fax machine and users can begin sending and receiving facsimiles.
Integrated with an 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi router, the MV300 Series Gateways offer laptop users the convenience of wireless connectivity to broadband data from any room in a home or office and allows easy set up of a local hotspot for a variety of applications in enterprise, retail, public transportation and emergency response environments. Without any software drivers to install, a four-port Ethernet (RJ-45) router provides a trouble-free, plug-and-play solution that enables users to network multiple laptop and desktop PCs for streamlined access to high-speed data. A USB port provides an additional data connection point and two built-in RJ-11 ports enable users to plug in a fax machine or up to four landline phones. The dual-band (800/1900 MHz) functionality of the MV340 provides compatibility with networks worldwide.
Additional features of the Axesstel MV300 Series CDMA2000 1xEV-DO Gateways include:
-- Compatibility with other LAN and WLAN networking devices to further expand device networking capability
-- Two receive diversity antennas and two Wi-Fi antennas to maximize data throughput
-- E911 support with gpsOne(R) and an internal GPS antenna
-- Seven LEDs indicating power, signal, connection, 1xEV-DO mode, Ethernet, Wi-Fi and voice message status
-- Battery back up to ensure uninterrupted voice and data connectivity
For more information and a photo of the MV300 Series Gateway visit, www.axesstel.com
AXESSTEL AT CTIA WIRELESS AND MOBILE FOCUS 2006
Axesstel will exhibit the MV300 Series CDMA2000 1xEV-DO Gateways and MV200 Series Fixed Wireless Broadband Modems along with its fixed wireless phones and voice/data terminals in booth 5334 in the Enterprise Mobility Pavilion at CTIA Wireless being held April 5-7, 2006, at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas. The MV340 will also be on display at the Qualcomm booth (2047), and Axesstel will exhibit the device at the Mobile Focus 2006 media event being held April 5 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the MGM Grand Hotel in Las Vegas.
NOTES FOR EDITOR
Senior Axesstel executives will be available to offer comment on:
-- Global market demand for fixed wireless and broadband access
-- Advantages of fixed wireless and high-speed wireless broadband access
-- Successful business models and applications for fixed wireless and broadband access
-- Convergence of voice & data, landline and wireless technology and WLAN/WWAN networking
-- Axesstel's new 3G converged modems, fixed wireless phones and product roadmap
o set up a briefing at CTIA Wireless or Mobile Focus, please contact:Kim K. HanekeAxesstel, Inc.858-228-7249khaneke@axesstel.com
ABOUT AXESSTEL, INC.
Axesstel (AMEX:AFT) is a leader in the design and development of fixed wireless voice and broadband data products. Axesstel's product portfolio includes fixed wireless desktop phones, public call office phones, voice/data terminals and broadband modems for access to voice calling and high-speed data services. The company delivers innovative fixed wireless solutions to leading telecommunications operators and distributors worldwide. Axesstel is headquartered in San Diego, and has a research and development center and manufacturing facilities in Seoul, South Korea. For more information on Axesstel, visit www.axesstel.com.
"Safe Harbor" Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: With the exception of historical information, the statements set forth above include forward-looking statements relating to market penetration and conditions, product capabilities, and the timing of new product introductions, which may affect future results and the future viability of Axesstel. Axesstel wishes to caution readers that actual results could differ materially from those suggested by the forward-looking statements due to risks and uncertainties and a number of important risk factors. Those factors include but are not limited to unforeseen manufacturing difficulties, unanticipated component shortages, competitive pricing pressures and the risk factors noted in Axesstel's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, such as the rapidly changing nature of technology and frequent introductions of new products and enhancements by competitors; the competitive nature of the markets for Axesstel's products; product and customer mix; Axesstel's need to gain market acceptance for its products; the risks of primary dependence on one large customer; potential intellectual property-related litigation; Axesstel's need to attract and retain skilled personnel; and Axesstel's primary reliance on its sole contract manufacturer. All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement, and Axesstel undertakes no obligation to revise or update this press release to reflect events or circumstances occurring after this press release.
(C)2006 Axesstel, Inc. All rights reserved. The Axesstel logo is a trademark of Axesstel, Inc.
SOURCE: Axesstel, Inc.
CONTACT: Company PR Contact:
Axesstel, Inc.
Kim K. Haneke, 858-875-7291
khaneke@axesstel.com
or
Investor Relations Contacts:
Lippert/Heilshorn & Associates
Kirsten Chapman/David Barnard, 415-433-3777
david@lhai-sf.com
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PRESS RELEASE: Kyocera Wireless Unveils Feature-Rich Wireless Handsets at CTIA Wireless 2006
Kyocera Wireless Unveils Feature-Rich Wireless Handsets at CTIA Wireless 2006 LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 5, 2006--
Kyocera Wireless Corp., a leading global manufacturer of CDMA wireless phones and devices, today announced three new wireless handset series at the CTIA Wireless 2006 trade show. Ranging from a stylish new music-centric phone to a basic VGA camera phone, the three new stylish clamshell-style handsets were made to deliver on Kyocera's promise of developing user-friendly, intuitive handsets for a variety of lifestyles and price-points.
The lineup of new handsets from Kyocera Wireless is highlighted by the K822, a music-lover's dream. The phone captures the true essence of a digital music player, with Microsoft Windows Media Audio and Windows Media Digital Rights Management support and an FM radio, complemented by external music control buttons and built-in stereo speakers. Next is the K342, a 1.3 megapixel camera phone with zoom, flash, a dedicated camera button and a number of advanced camera features. Also making its debut is the elegantly simple K320 Series, an affordable product platform that offers multiple industrial designs, feature sets and even the option of push-to-talk capability. While already announced outside the United States, the CTIA Wireless show marks the domestic debut of the K352, an 800 MHz-only ultra-thin bar-style music phone for international markets.
"The phones we're announcing are the result of great efforts we've made to understand and deliver on the desires of consumers and the needs of our carrier customers," said Tom Maguire, vice president of global marketing at Kyocera Wireless Corp. "By combining compelling feature sets with ease-of-use, affordability and our unique focus on CDMA technology, our goal is for these phones to deliver the ultimate user experience within their targeted consumer segments."
Kyocera K822 A perfect phone for audiophiles -- the Kyocera K822 is a stylish, feature-rich handset that delivers a high-quality music experience, whether listening to digital music on the music player that supports MP3, AAC/AAC+ and WMA/Windows Media DRM technology or tuning in the FM radio on the phone's built-in stereo speakers. Expandable MicroSD(R) memory, with cards available up to 512 megabytes, accommodates hours of music, whether at the gym or on the road. Bluetooth(R) wireless technology enables wireless stereo headsets and numerous other wireless accessories announced by Kyocera Wireless at the CTIA Wireless trade show. Extending its entertainment value, the K822 offers video record and playback and a large, vivid TFT display ideally suited to music videos, gaming, photos and more. An external color display supports photo caller ID with images loaded onto the phone or taken with its 1.3 megapixel camera with a dedicated camera button, integrated flash and digital zoom. Kyocera will offer the phone with either BREW(TM) 3.1.4 or JAVA(TM) MIDP 2.0, allowing users to easily download a wide selection of music, games, ringers, contacts and more. The phone's extensive productivity tools include room for 500 contacts, loud and clear speakerphone, and easy file transfer via USB or serial cable. Measuring 3.5 x 1.8 x 1 inches, and weighing 4 oz., the K822 has a talk time of up to four hours and standby time of up to 163 hours and is scheduled to launch with CDMA carriers in Q3 2006. Kyocera K320/K340 Series Understanding the diverse needs of carriers and consumers alike, Kyocera Wireless introduced several options in mid-tier camera phones. The Kyocera K320 Series, with two distinct industrial designs, is perfect for the multitasking family member seeking a stylish, affordable, easy-to-use camera phone. This sleek color clamshell offers true convenience, with an easy-access speakerphone, side volume controls and a full array of productivity tools. The K320 Series features Bluetooth wireless technology, a VGA camera with a dedicated camera button, external caller ID and a larger internal display that is ideal for Kyocera's renowned pinwheel user interface. Its small, compact styling and internal antenna make it easy to drop into a pocket or backpack. Kyocera Wireless will also make available a version of the K320 Series with push-to-talk walkie-talkie capabilities, including a dedicated push-to-talk button. Measuring 3.54 x 1.81 x .92 inches and weighing 3.4 oz., the K320 Series has a talk time of up to 3.5 hours, standby time of up to 165 hours and will be available in Q2 2006. For those looking to step up to an even more feature-rich phone at an affordable price-point, the K340 Series is made for those who crave convenience with some extra high-performance mobile features. The stylish, color clamshell design builds on the K320 Series by offering the same array of features plus a 1.3 megapixel camera with video record and playback and a color external display for photo caller ID. The phone's camera includes a number of advanced photo-taking options including multi-shot adjustment, auto focus, self timer, resolution adjustment, white balance, color effects and fun frames. The feature set is rounded out by advanced voice recognition, speakerphone, a WAP browser, BREW 3.1.4 and more. Measuring 3.54 x 1.81 x .92 inches and weighing 3.4 ounces, Kyocera K342 has a talk time of up to 3.5 hours, standby time of up to 165 hours and will be available globally with CDMA carriers in Q3 2006. Kyocera K352 The Kyocera K352, built for international 800 MHz CDMA markets, is an ultra-slim, bar-style music phone for the young, urban set seeking an affordable, feature-packed handset. A music player with dedicated control buttons and 256 megabytes of onboard memory mean hours of music at the user's fingertips, while USB 2.0 support makes it a breeze to manage the play list from a PC. The phone will ship with a hands-free stereo headset, a $25 retail value. Rounded out with a VGA camera, large 1.8-inch display and full data capabilities, the K352 is just what the hipster on a budget needs. Measuring 4.13 x 1.71 x 0.6 inches and weighing just three ounces, Kyocera K352 has a talk time of up to 170 minutes and standby time of up to 121 hours. It will launch with international CDMA carriers in Q3 2006. Other News from Kyocera Wireless New handsets were not the only news from Kyocera Wireless at the CTIA Wireless 2006 show. To support its new handsets, Kyocera Wireless also used the show to announce a wide range of Genuine Accessories by Kyocera(TM), including a complete selection of universal Bluetooth-enabled accessories. Stereo headsets and hands-free kits were complemented by fun new accessories like sunglasses and a Bluetooth-enabled rear view mirror for the car. Demonstrating its commitment to advanced technologies, Kyocera demonstrated prototype handsets showcasing Wi-Fi/CDMA convergence along with Qualcomm's MediaFLO(TM) and uiOne(TM) technologies. The company also announced a proprietary new secure battery technology aimed at defeating counterfeiters and protecting consumers. About Kyocera Wireless Corp.
Kyocera Wireless Corp. is a leading supplier of innovative, feature-rich CDMA wireless devices and accessories for customers worldwide. Kyocera Wireless maintains an operating belief in the genius of simplicity and strives to make the wireless experience as simple and intuitive as humanly possible. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kyocera International Inc., which acquired QUALCOMM Incorporated's CDMA consumer wireless phone business in February 2000. Based in San Diego, the company is ISO-14001 and ISO-9001 certified and has won city, state and federal awards for its environmentally-friendly manufacturing and recycling practices. For more information, please visit www.kyocera-wireless.com.
Kyocera Corporation (NYSE:KYO), the parent and global headquarters of the Kyocera Group, was founded in 1959 as a producer of advanced ceramics. By combining these engineered materials with metals and plastics, and integrating them with other technologies, Kyocera has become a leading supplier of telecommunications equipment, semiconductor packages, electronic components, cameras, laser printers, copiers, solar energy systems and industrial ceramics. During the year ended March 31, 2005, Kyocera Corporation's consolidated net sales totaled approximately US$11 billion (JP 1,180,655 million Yen) with net income of approximately US$429 million (JP 45,908 million Yen).
(C) 2006 Kyocera Wireless Corp. All rights reserved. Kyocera is a registered trademark of Kyocera Corporation. Genuine Accessories by Kyocera is a trademark of Kyocera Wireless Corp. Microsoft, Windows and Windows Media are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp. in the United States and/or other countries. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG Inc. and any use of such marks by Kyocera Wireless Corp. is under license. MicroSD is a registered trademark of Sandisk Corporation. BREW, MediaFLO and uiOne are trademarks of Qualcomm Inc. Java is a trademark of Sun Microsystems Inc. All other marks are properties of their respective owners. CONTACT: Kyocera Wireless Corp. John Chier, 858-882-3543 jchier@kyocera-wireless.com CTIA Booth #5426, North Hall or LPI Communications Leasa Ireland/Ellen Lynch, 310-796-1936 Mobiles: 213-364-8702/415-225-2240 leasa@lpicommunications.com SOURCE: Kyocera Wireless Corp. Copyright Business Wire 2006
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PRESS RELEASE: Panasonic, Partners to Demonstrate EV-DO REVISION A at CTIA Wireless 2006; Solution Incorporates Panasonic(R) Toughbook(R) Notebook Computers with Embedded Modems from Sierra Wireless
Panasonic, Partners to Demonstrate EV-DO REVISION A at CTIA Wireless 2006; Solution Incorporates Panasonic(R) Toughbook(R) Notebook Computers with Embedded Modems from Sierra Wireless LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 5, 2006--
Panasonic Computer Solutions Company is collaborating with Sprint and Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) to demonstrate the capabilities and benefits of EV-DO Revision A networks at CTIA WIRELESS 2006, April 5 - 7 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The demonstrations will be hosted by Sprint (Booth 1439). Sierra Wireless and Panasonic have integrated the Sierra Wireless MC5725 embedded module for EV-DO Revision A networks into Panasonic Toughbook notebook computers for the demonstration.
EV-DO Revision A networks are designed to offer increased uplink speeds enabling faster file transfers. Expected to launch later this year, EV-DO Revision A networks will enable new applications for mobile users, including video and VOIP, and provide the ability to deliver large graphic or multimedia files over a wireless connection. EV-DO Revision A is expected to deliver peak data download rates of up to 3.1 Mbps and upload rates up to 1.8 Mbps.
"Panasonic Toughbook users were among the first with access to next generation data networks as a result of our long-term leadership in mobile computing and our extensive community of technology and carrier partners," said Victoria Obenshain, Director of Strategic Wireless for Panasonic Computer Solutions Company. "Our collaboration with Sprint and Sierra Wireless on this Revision A demonstration exemplifies our commitment to push the limits of mobile computing as technologies evolve and opportunities open up to access a wider array of media rich applications."
Panasonic was one of the first notebook vendors to integrate and ship embedded EV-DO notebooks with certification on the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network and EV-DO Rev. 0, starting in August 2005. Toughbook computers have built-in access to Sprint's EV-DO and CDMA 1X networks through the embedded EM5625 module from Sierra Wireless. Sierra Wireless has been working with Panasonic to integrate WWAN connectivity in notebooks for nearly seven years.
Last week, Panasonic launched its new semi-rugged Toughbook CF-74 notebook, which is also certified on Sprint's EV-DO and CDMA 1X networks. See the Panasonic Toughbook CF-74 and other durable, reliable mobile computing solutions at CTIA in Hall C3, Booth 2635.
About Panasonic Computer Solutions Company
Panasonic Computer Solutions Company empowers the mobile workforce. The company is a unit of Panasonic Corporation of North America, which is the principal North American subsidiary of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (NYSE: MC). Panasonic has delivered reliable, durable mobile solutions through its Toughbook(R) line of notebook computers for thirteen years and has expanded the boundaries of wireless technology through a broad portfolio of products, ranging from fully rugged, industrial strength notebook computers and tablet PCs to thin and light semi-rugged notebooks. A core manufacturer, Matsushita and its subsidiaries control the entire process of design, manufacture, quality assurance, service and support. As a result, Panasonic Toughbooks are known for having the lowest failure rates in the industry. Government, industrial, and commercial users--from Fortune 1,000 companies to small businesses--rely on solutions from Panasonic, wherever their work takes them.
All brand and company/product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective companies. All specifications are subject to change without notice. Information on Panasonic's full line of notebook PCs for the mobile professional can be obtained by calling 800-662-3537 or at http://www.panasonic.com/toughbook. CONTACT: Cohn & Wolfe for Panasonic Computer Solutions Company Bob Osmond, 802-472-3444 Toughbook-PRTeam@cohnwolfe.com or Chris Knight, 415-365-8524 Christopher_Knight@sfo.cohnwolfe.com SOURCE: Panasonic Computer Solutions Company Copyright Business Wire 2006
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PRESS RELEASE: QUALCOMM Korea and Three Korean Companies Questioned by the Korean Fair Trade Commission
SAN DIEGO, April 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- QUALCOMM Incorporated (Nasdaq: QCOM), a leading developer and innovator of Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) and other advanced wireless technologies, reported that the Korean offices of QUALCOMM Korea, Samsung Electronics, LGE Electronics and Pantech Curitel were visited on April 4 by officials of the Korean Fair Trade Commission (KFTC) seeking information about the business dealings between QUALCOMM and the three other companies. The KFTC advised that the inquiry was not an official investigation but declined to provide an explanation of the reason for the inquiry or its focus. However, it is believed that the inquiry may be related to communications to the KFTC from a small Korean company with respect to QUALCOMM's distribution of mobile video software solutions that can be used in connection with QUALCOMM's chipsets for wireless phones. The KFTC has not said that the inquiry is related in any way to complaints lodged with the European Commission last year by six companies based outside of Korea.
"QUALCOMM's business practices are lawful and pro-competitive," said Steve Altman, president of QUALCOMM. "We have earned our commercial success through innovation, technological leadership, years of hard work and sustained R&D investment, and by consistently offering the best, most advanced chipsets and software at competitive prices."
QUALCOMM Incorporated (www.qualcomm.com) is a leader in developing and delivering innovative digital wireless communications products and services based on CDMA and other advanced technologies. Headquartered in San Diego, Calif., QUALCOMM is included in the S&P 500 Index and is a 2005 FORTUNE 500(R) company traded on The Nasdaq Stock Market(R) under the ticker symbol QCOM.
QUALCOMM is a registered trademark of QUALCOMM Incorporated. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
QUALCOMM Contacts: Christine Trimble, Corporate Communications Phone: 1-858-651-3628 Email: corpcomm@qualcomm.com Bill Davidson, Investor Relations Phone: 1-858-658-4813 Email: ir@qualcomm.com SOURCE QUALCOMM Incorporated
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SAMSUNG: Samsung takes initiative in the first public WiBro trial service
in Korea Samsung illustrates mobile WiMAX (WiBro) technology leadership with the
world's first public trial
S. Korea, Apr 05, 2006 (M2 PRESSWIRE via COMTEX) -- Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a leading producer of mobile phones and telecommunication systems, will exhibit its industry leadership by providing WiBro, (wireless broadband) devices to Korea Telecom (KT), Korea's largest telecom operator. Samsung has shown WiBro demonstrations in past exhibitions and forums, but this will be the first user trial service in the industry.
Expectations and anticipation for the WiBro trial are on the constant rise as individuals hope to be selected to become participants in this trial.
Starting from March 3rd to March 25th, 2006, more than 12,000 individuals have turned in applications for this event. Roughly 3,000 participants will be selected to take part in the trial during the months of April and May in 5 major areas in and near Seoul, Korea's capital (Kang-Nam, Shin-Chon, Boon-Dahng, Seo-Cho, Song-Pa).
Samsung will play a critical role in the launch of the WiBro trial service.
Network infrastructures, field tests, handset development and equipment installations were conducted by Samsung in 2005. For the trial, Samsung provided 1000 M8000 handsets and 2000 PCMCIA cards for laptops. As a leader of future technology, Samsung is eager to contribute the latest technology for the event.
Kitae Lee, President of Samsung Telecommunication and Network Business, said, "The success of WiBro will result in unlimited freedom of communication and data access to our customers. Following the success of the WiBro trial, Samsung will continue to develop innovative products to maximize the advantages of WiBro services."
WiBro is the Korean brand of Mobile WiMAX service. Mobile WiMAX systems offer high speed wireless data communication to all users. Complying with the IEEE 802.16e standard, this technology will provide individuals with on-demand data to fixed and mobile terminals. With the data transfer capability of 3 Mbps per user, even at moving speeds of 120 km/h, Mobile WiMAX will allow users to access a variety of data services on Samsung mobiles or PDAs.
"As consumers around the world continue to search for the next-generation technology in telecommunications, Samsung will be right next to the customers to provide the simple yet innovative products that will serve their needs. Samsung will introduce Mobile WiMAX and continue to reveal unique products to the rest of the world with our customers in mind," said Kitae Lee.
About Samsung Electronics
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2005 parent company sales of US$56.7 billion and net income of US$7.5 billion. Employing approximately 128,000 people in over 90 offices in 51 countries, the company consists of five main business units: Digital Appliance Business, Digital Media Business, LCD Business, Semiconductor Business and Telecommunication Network Business. Recognized as one of the fastest growing global brands, Samsung Electronics is a leading producer of digital TVs, memory chips, mobile phones, and TFT-LCDs. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com.
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BROADCOM: Broadcom delivers the world's first 7.2 Mbps true single-chip
HSDPA mobile phone processor Unprecedented integration of HEDGE (HSDPA + EDGE),
advanced multimedia and ARM11 applications processor on a monolithic
mixed-signal device underscores Broadcom's cellular technology leadership
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Apr 05, 2006 (M2 PRESSWIRE via COMTEX) -- CTIA Wireless 2006 - Broadcom Corporation (Nasdaq: BRCM), a global leader in semiconductors for wired and wireless communications, today announced a new cellular baseband processor that is fully compliant to the High-Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA) standard for high-speed cellular data. The new mixed-signal monolithic chip integrates a complete Category 8 HSDPA modem that is capable of delivering 7.2 Mbps (megabits per second) connectivity, advanced digital signal processing (DSP) and multimedia functionality (for recording and playback of video and audio), and a high-performance ARM11 applications processor. The new HSDPA-compliant processor is the latest addition to the Broadcom CellAirity platform family and includes an advanced system architecture to support backward compatibility with legacy GSM cellular connectivity standards including WCDMA, EDGE, GPRS and GSM.
While competing solutions stack multiple die within a single package or even have multiple packages for analog and digital baseband functions, the Broadcom BCM2152 integrates this functionality-while also upgrading to a higher performance ARM11 processor-in a single 14mm X 14mm package. This level of integration, along with the significant advantages in cost, size, height, power, and performance the BCM2152 offers, sets Broadcom's solution apart from any other solution today.
The exponential growth of portable digital multimedia in cellular handsets, portable media players and other mobile devices is driving end-user demand for higher speed cellular connectivity to enable wireless delivery and the sharing of larger multimedia files. HSDPA is the specification that addresses the need for higher wireless bandwidth and is the next evolution in cellular connectivity, largely because the Category 8 implementation of the standard provides up to 7.2 Mbps downlink data rates making large data file transfers to mobile devices both practical and economical.
Announced today is Broadcom's BCM2152 processor that not only provides full HSDPA compliance, but also full support for all legacy GSM cellular technologies. This unique capability enables mobile devices based on Broadcom solutions to roam among worldwide networks, without interruption of voice or data services, while always being connected at the highest data rate available.
"Broadcom's new HSDPA-compliant processor demonstrates the company's tremendous commitment to become one of the major chip suppliers in the mobile handset space," said Michael Thelander of Signals Research Group, LLC. "By being one of the first to market with a 7.2Mbps capable HSDPA solution that includes additional features, such as embedded multimedia processing and its proprietary M-Stream technology, Broadcom is well on the way toward accomplishing its objective."
With advanced HEDGE (HSDPA + EDGE) capabilities, the new BCM2152 processor provides all of the key features required for next generation mobile phone handsets. This includes the integration of 2G (EDGE) cellular technology that is the back-up technology for 3G HSDPA, when those services are not available. By enabling much faster downloads of data (that require less cellular airtime), HSDPA reduces the cost (up to 30%) of delivering high-bandwidth applications when compared to prior generation technologies.
"The BCM2152 processor is the first in the industry to combine all of these cellular technologies on one piece of silicon, greatly simplifying the process of developing and bringing to market advanced handsets with universal network roaming capabilities," said Jim Tran, Vice President and General Manager for Broadcom's Mobile Communication Line of Business. "We are receiving enthusiastic responses from our customers on this technological accomplishment and we intend to aggressively drive this solution into commercial market segments."
BCM2152 Product Details
The BCM2152 HSDPA baseband processor represents Broadcom's third generation 3G solution, and the first to integrate all analog and digital baseband functionality on a single monolithic chip (14mm X 14mm BGA package). It features extensive hardware acceleration blocks for both modem and multimedia, in addition to a high performance ARM11 CPU that meets the high-performance applications processing requirements of next generation mobile devices.
In addition to supporting major connectivity interfaces, such as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi , the BCM2152 includes built-in multimedia support including an up-to-5 megapixel camera, multimedia encode and decode at 30 frames per second at CIF or QVGA resolutions, 64-voice polyphonic ring tones, and integrated audio amplifiers to support full duplex speaker phones. The BCM2152 processor also includes powerful security mechanisms to enable industry standard digital rights management (DRM) protocols, which are becoming a necessity for digital media players.
The new BCM2152 baseband processor also features Broadcom's M-Stream technology, which significantly improves voice and data quality, particularly in areas with moderate or weak cellular signal conditions, resulting in less dropped calls, extended range coverage and an overall improved user experience. To maximize HSDPA performance, the BCM2152 features a high performance equalizer to ensure high throughput in challenging signal environments. The BCM2152 also integrates HDSPA and EDGE data paths as hardware accelerators to reduce power requirements and to offload CPU cycles for applications processing. The entire system is based upon Broadcom's field proven EDGE and WCDMA technologies, and enables Broadcom's customers to leverage their past software investment into next generation development.
Broadcom CellAirity HEDGE Platform
The new BCM2152 processor adds the new high-speed HSDPA functionality to the Broadcom CellAirity platform-a modular suite of silicon and software products-and provides complete handset reference implementations of the key technologies required for current and next generation advanced mobile devices. Device manufacturers can leverage Broadcom's CellAirity platform designs to quickly bring to market handsets and other multimedia mobile devices with a broad range of capabilities from high-speed wireless connectivity to cutting-edge video and audio recording and playback. CellAirity also features industry-leading technologies for Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, FM radio, DVB-H mobile TV, multimedia and other features that will be integrated into next generation mobile devices.
Availability
The BCM2152 HSDPA mobile phone processor is now sampling to early access customers and is priced at $30 for 10K quantities. Broadcom is demonstrating the BCM2152 and its CellAirity Platform at CTIA Wirelessin Las Vegas, Nevada, April 5 to 7, 2006.
Note to editors:To download related product images or photos for this announcement, please visit http://www.broadcom.com/photos About Broadcom
Broadcom Corporation is a global leader in semiconductors for wired and wireless communications. Our products enable the delivery of voice, video, data and multimedia to and throughout the home, the office and the mobile environment. Broadcom provides the industry's broadest portfolio of state-of-the-art system-on-a-chip and software solutions to manufacturers of computing and networking equipment, digital entertainment and broadband access products, and mobile devices. These solutions support our core mission: Connecting everything
Broadcom, one of the world's largest fabless semiconductor companies with annual revenue of more than $2.5 billion, is headquartered in Irvine, Calif., and has offices and research facilities in North America, Asia and Europe. Broadcom may be contacted at 1-949-450-8700 or at www.broadcom.com.
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PRESS RELEASE: Nortel Approves SmartVideo's Video Solution and Demonstrates at CTIA 2006; SmartVideo Completes Initial Interoperability Testing (IOT) for CDMA
LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 4, 2006--
Today SmartVideo Technologies, Inc. (OTCBB: SMVD) announced the successful completion of the initial phase of Interoperability Testing (IOT) for CDMA cellular product platforms with Nortel. Nortel will use SmartVideo's delivery platform in conjunction with its 1xEV-DO Rev A, technologies to showcase end-to-end video solutions to carriers that drive high data ARPU at CTIA 2006 in Las Vegas.
According to a recent study by Pyramid Research, Mobile video services are expected to be one of the fastest growing value-added products for carriers with a market estimated to reach between $16 billion and $28 billion by 2010. According to David R. Ross, SmartVideo's new President, "Teaming with Nortel to demonstrate our joint capabilities of our very high quality live television and other video services to wireless carriers signals that Smart Video is ready for Prime Time."
About SmartVideo Technologies, Inc.
SmartVideo Technologies offers the first and best-in-class services for broadcasting live, on-demand and download-and-play television content for mobile video consumers around the world. SmartVideo's television solutions deliver sharp video images with fully synched audio for broadcast to video-enabled cell phones and other handheld devices, via current and next-generation cellular and Wi-Fi systems. SmartVideo's proprietary technologies include a full suite of television content management services for wireless telco carriers as well as content owners, to provide an end-to-end mobile television broadcast and business solution. SmartVideo's robust library of content includes news, weather, sports, children's programming and more, from such leading international brands as ABC News, NBC Universal, Fox Sports, The Weather Channel and dozens of others. SmartVideo's mobile video solutions provide exceptional image quality on all existing 2.5G and Edge cellular networks, and near-broadcast quality on 3G and Wi-Fi networks. SmartVideo is a Microsoft Windows Media(R) 9 Series Certified Hosting Provider. For additional information and to subscribe to SmartVideo's Live TV content packages visit www.smartvideo.com or using your smartphone visit www.windowsmedia.com/mobile.
Forward Looking Statements
This press release includes statements that may constitute "forward-looking" statements, usually containing the words "believe," "estimate," "project," "intend," "expect," or similar expressions. These statements are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements inherently involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements. Factors that would cause or contribute to such differences include, but are not limited to, the inability of SmartVideo to obtain the additional financing needed to fund operations, the failure of SmartVideo to convert its present and future customer contracts into profitable arrangements for SmartVideo, unexpected costs, delays and other difficulties related to the timing and success of product development and marketing plans, adverse changes in the market for the delivery of full-motion, streaming video content, the failure of SmartVideo's hosting infrastructure, the complexity of SmartVideo's services and delivery network, pricing and other activities by competitors, difficulties involved in retaining and motivating key personnel and other risks detailed in SmartVideo's periodic report filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. By making these forward-looking statements, SmartVideo undertakes no obligation to update these statements for revisions or changes after the date of this release. Microsoft, Windows Media, Powerpoint and Windows are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corp. in the United States and/or other countries.
CONTACT: SmartVideo Technologies, Inc., Atlanta Investor Relations & Corporate Communications Ron Warren, 770-279-3100 www.smartvideo.com SOURCE: SmartVideo Technologies, Inc. Copyright Business Wire 2006
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=DJ Research In Motion Shrugs Off Big Microsoft Pact >RIMM
By Stuart Weinberg and Robert Curran Of DOW JONES NEWSWIRES
TORONTO (Dow Jones)--Microsoft Corp. (MSFT) confirmed that the U.S. Census Bureau has ordered 500,000 handheld devices equipped with Windows-Mobile software, but analysts who follow Research In Motion Ltd. (RIMM) played down the news, saying the devices aren't for wireless email.
Jefferson Taylor, associate director for communications at the U.S. Census Bureau, confirmed the devices won't have mobile-phone or wireless-email capability. The devices will be used specifically to help the bureau conduct the 2010 census, Taylor said. "...instead of paper and pencil, which was done in the past, this is a forward-looking decennial census which Congress has called the high-tech census 2010," Taylor said.
While the Census Bureau has decided not to use the devices for email, John Starkweather, group product manager in Microsoft's Mobile and Embedded Device Group, said the Census-Bureau win was a competitive win that included RIM, maker of the BlackBerry wireless-email device. "Ultimately, it came down to RIM and us," he said.
Officials from RIM weren't immediately available for comment.
On Nasdaq Tuesday, RIM is down 15 cents to $85.30 while Microsoft is up 11 cents to $27.67.
Company Web Sites: http://www.rim.net, http://www.microsoft.com
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=DJ Mobile TV Takes Center Stage At Wireless Trade Show
By Roger Cheng Of DOW JONES NEWSWIRES
NEW YORK (Dow Jones)--While video on the cell phone was merely a gimmick last year, it's become a full-blown feature and will be one of the main focuses at this year's CTIA Wireless trade show.
The event, which kicks off Wednesday in Las Vegas, will highlight video content that will be available to consumers, from live television to downloadable film clips. With traditional voice revenue falling as competition steepens, video and other data services such as music are becoming more important streams of cash for the carriers.
They've already got their foot wet in the business. Verizon Wireless, for instance, has exclusive deals with singers such as Shakira, while Cingular Wireless has a deal to distribute HBO programming on its phones. Still, customers have yet to fully embrace the technology - a recent study by the NPD Group showed that while 28% of phones had video capabilities, only 1% of the subscribers actually used them.
Industry experts say the success of the Apple Computer Inc. (AAPL) video iPod will make people more amenable to the feature. Either way, wireless companies will get a chance to show the more than 40,000 attendees why they need mobile television this week. Last year, 35,000 attended the show in New Orleans.
Like last year, a high-profile mobile reseller will make its debut at the show. Last year, ESPN unveiled its ESPN Mobile service, which is powered by Sprint Nextel Corp.'s (S) network. This year, parent Walt Disney Co. (DIS) is looking to bring out a family-friendly service and will make its announcement Wednesday.
The emergence of companies reselling wireless service, also known as mobile virtual network operators, presents an interesting dynamic for the industry. On one hand, it provides additional revenue to the company providing the network backbone. It also goes after niche customers that the larger carriers haven't been able to reach.
But it also crowds the field with many different players, where some are bound to bump heads. In addition to Disney and ESPN, Virgin Mobile has been particularly successful with its service, while Amped Mobile and Boost Mobile all target essentially the same age bracket. Amped said it is targeting a higher-end customer. Sprint, which jointly owns Virgin Mobile with Virgin Group (VGN.YY) and also owns Amped, said the two target different markets within the same demographic.
In addition to the service, the handset manufacturers are expected to unveil their latest and greatest phones. Watch players such as Nokia Corp. (NOK), Motorola Inc. (MOT) and Samsung Corp. (000830.SE) pull out all the stops as they pile more features onto the phone.
Also returning will be the wireless home display. It features a "crash-proof" car that wirelessly communicates with the road, plasma-screen televisions that don't require cable boxes, medicine cabinets that can monitor a person's vital signs, and a refrigerator that will tell you when the milk is running low.
Converging Networks
On the infrastructure side, companies such as Lucent Technologies Inc. (LU) will be pushing Internet protocol multimedia subsystems, or IMS, technology. The technology will allow the eventual migration of separate wireless and wireline networks under one Internet-based one. The convergence of different networks offers a more efficient cost structure for the carriers.
IMS will also be able to speed the adoption of cell phones that can run on both the cellular and wireless fidelity networks. They are just starting to hit the market, and will also be a major feature at CTIA. STMicroelectronics N.V. (STM) will unveil a phone that can run on two different bands of wi-fi frequencies. Matthew Hatch, general manager of the wireless local area network business unit, said that as more people use wi-fi, capacity will be an issue. A phone that can use multiple bands will have a better chance of a clear connection.
The phone is designed for business customers, but it could eventually be a product that consumers want. "It could be a real killer application for mobile phones," Hatch said. The business could be a real growth engine for the company, he added.
Also garnering attention will be WiMax, which is often characterized as "wi-fi on steroids." The technology received certification in January, and deployments around the world have begun. Manish Gupta, an executive with privately held Aperto Networks, said the U.S. carriers are "sitting on the fence here."
Aperto manufactures bay stations, radios and the antennas that make up the infrastructure for a WiMax network. Gupta said companies such as EarthLink Inc. (ELNK) and Covad Communications Group Inc. (DVW) could use the technology to create a national footprint.
-By Roger Cheng, Dow Jones Newswires; 201-938-2020; roger.cheng@dowjones.com
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Philips Brings Next Generation TV-on-mobile to U.S. Market; Six Times
Smaller Chip Enables Sleeker, More Advanced Handset Designs
EINDHOVEN, Netherlands, Apr 04, 2006 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE:PHG)(AEX:PHI) today announced its next generation TV-on-mobile solution for the North American markets. At six times smaller than its previous version, the new Digital Video Broadcast - Handheld (DVB-H) front-end solution, the BGT216, demonstrates Philips' commitment to the U.S. market for TV-on-mobile, which is predicted to have 15 million consumer users by 2009, up from only 1.2 million in 2005, according to eMarketer.
DVB-H technologies enable consumers to receive live TV-like experiences directly onto mobile handsets and other DVB-H-based devices. In addition, operators benefit from increased revenue opportunities while preserving cellular network bandwidth for voice and other data services.
Scott Smyser, principle analyst for consumer electronics at iSuppli, commented, "DVB-H is set to be a key product space for the industry to be concerned with in the coming months. Philips' presence and innovation is important and should be noted."
Philips' new DVB-H front-end solution, BGT216, measures 7x7 mm, far smaller than the previous 15x26 mm version. The smaller size improves the integration potential of the chip into mobile devices, which will enable handset and other mobile hardware manufacturers to create simpler, sleeker designs which satisfy the current consumer trends towards small, ultra-portable devices. Philips has also responded to the industry issue of power consumption and mobile TV by designing the BGT216 to require low power, maximizing battery life and service value for consumers.
"The recent momentum for the commercialization of DVB-H, Modeo's chosen mobile television technology, has been nothing short of overwhelming," commented Michael Schueppert, president of Modeo. "Working with leading companies like Philips to make these technology advancements a commercial reality is an exciting opportunity for all involved, including handset manufacturers, wireless operators and content providers."
"TV-on-mobile is becoming a proven market for our customers across the world, and none more so than in North America," said GertJan Kaat, senior vice president and general manager, Mobile & Personal Business Unit, Philips Semiconductors. "Our advanced, second generation TV-on-mobile solution for North America is compatible with previous versions and our Nexperia cellular system solutions for 3G. It is not only high performance and low power, but it is leading the industry in terms of size which makes it easier for our customers to create sleeker, more cutting edge handset designs, using proven technology from a trusted partner."
The BGT216 solution for TV-on-mobile has the capabilities of a complete digital TV front-end receiver. The Philips Customer Development Kit (CDK) ensures smooth, easy development and reduces time-to-market for TV-enabled cellular handsets. It includes programmable options that support evolving standards and the introduction of upgrades, even after systems have been deployed in the field. Philips can also offer customers expertise in integrating an antennae solution which can simplify the development process.
Philips partners with other industry players to enable manufacturers to build complete solutions including Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) like Philips Software and Silicon & Software Systems (S3).
Availability
The BGT216 complete solution will be will be sampled to top cellular phone and portable TV device manufacturers worldwide from April 2006 onwards.
About Royal Philips Electronics
Royal Philips Electronics of the Netherlands (NYSE:PHG)(AEX:PHI) is one of the world's biggest electronics companies and Europe's largest, with sales of EUR 30.4 billion in 2005. With activities in the three interlocking domains of healthcare, lifestyle and technology and 159,200 employees in more than 60 countries, it has market leadership positions in medical diagnostic imaging and patient monitoring, color television sets, electric shavers, lighting and silicon system solutions. News from Philips is located at www.philips.com/newscenter.
Nexperia is a trademark of Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.
SOURCE: Royal Philips Electronics
CONTACT: Royal Philips Electronics
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rebecca.samuel@philips.com
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Motorola Showcases Its First Public Demo of 802.16e-based MOTOwi4(TM)
WiMAX Solution for Underserved Markets Uses currently shipping access system and
IMS carrier-class core for IP telephony over broadband wireless
LAS VEGAS, April 4, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Motorola Inc. (NYSE: MOT), a leading global provider of broadband wireless access solutions and industry proponent of the IEEE 802.16e WiMAX standard, unveiled the first of its MOTOwi4(TM) WiMAX solutions at CTIA Wireless 2006. Using a suite of infrastructure and subscriber products, Motorola demonstrated IP telephony over its MOTOwi4 WiMAX platform at its booth # 2606 in Central Hall 3.
Motorola's first MOTOwi4 WiMAX system focuses on delivering low-cost fixed and nomadic services in underserved markets and developing countries using the 3.5GHz spectrum available in most of the world. Although the IEEE 802.16e WiMAX standard is most often associated with mobility, it is a more robust wireless access technology than 802.16-2004 and is well suited for fixed deployments.
In addition, by using a common core network Motorola will enable operators to use a complementary combination of licensed spectrum and unlicensed spectrum to cover new territories with broadband service and IP telephony.
"While WiMAX has been touted for its ability to deliver advanced applications, there is a significant market need to provide basic connectivity," said Dan Coombes, senior vice president and general manager of Wireless Broadband Networks and chief technology officer for Motorola Networks. "With our 802.16e-based ultra-light solution we can deliver cost- effective fixed broadband access where people need it to meet simple needs for voice service, and to give them Internet access that allows them to share information throughout their communities and around the world."
The MOTOwi4 WiMAX system used at CTIA Wireless 2006 is an "ultra-light access point," a highly integrated access point that is unlike a traditional floor mounted cellular-style base station and can be mounted virtually anywhere to provide high-speed wireless broadband coverage. Retaining the benefits of Motorola's highly successful MOTOwi4 Canopy(R) solution, this 3.5GHz system is compact, lightweight and easy to deploy, making it an ideal solution for new and existing carriers with 3.5GHz fixed wireless access licenses in developing countries, as well as rural areas in developed countries, especially in Europe, the Middle East, and Latin America.
The product displayed is now shipping in limited quantities to pre- selected and qualified operators in several regions across the globe. It is expected to be interoperable with subscriber modem devices manufactured by third parties. Many early shipments are also in conjunction with a carrier class IP core based around Motorola's leading IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) platform.
The MOTOwi4(TM) WiMAX portfolio will include the ultra-light access point solution and other 802.16e products designed to be WiMAX Forum(TM) interoperable. Operating in licensed spectrum and following IEEE 802.16e, Motorola's MOTOwi4 WiMAX products are designed to address the full scope of fixed, nomadic, portable, and mobile applications.
MOTOwi4 delivers on Motorola's vision of Seamless Mobility with coverage for customers in more places. A comprehensive platform of innovative wireless broadband solutions and services, MOTOwi4 solutions create, complement and complete IP networks -- extending coverage, connecting the unconnected, and helping to deliver "personal broadband on-the-go" throughout both developed and undeveloped markets. The MOTOwi4 platform includes WiMAX, Canopy(R) solutions, Mesh, Broadband over Powerline and Backhaul solutions for private and public networks.
For more information about Motorola at CTIA Wireless 2006 please visit: http://www.motorola.com/ctia .
About Motorola
Motorola is known around the world for innovation and leadership in wireless and broadband communications. Inspired by our vision of Seamless Mobility, the people of Motorola are committed to helping you get and stay connected simply and seamlessly to the people, information, and entertainment that you want and need. We do this by designing and delivering "must have" products, "must do" experiences and powerful networks -- along with a full complement of support services. A Fortune 100 company with global presence and impact, Motorola had sales of US $36.8 billion in 2005. For more information about our company, our people and our innovations, please visit http://www.motorola.com .
MOTOROLA and the stylized M Logo are registered in the US Patent & Trademark Office. All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners.
SOURCE Motorola Inc.
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Novatel Wireless Announces Additional OEM Design Win; Company's Embedded
3G Wireless Technology Now Available Through Leading Laptop Manufacturer
SAN DIEGO, Apr 04, 2006 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Novatel Wireless, Inc. (Nasdaq:NVTL), a leading provider of wireless broadband access solutions, today announced that it continues to lead the OEM market for next-generation 3G wireless technology, with the notification of an additional OEM design win for its HSDPA technology and the current initial availability of its embedded technology through one of the world's leading laptop manufacturers. Currently, the company is working with a total of nine mobile computing platform providers who are bringing to market wirelessly-enabled devices based on the company's PCI Express Mini Card products.
"Last week was another important milestone for Novatel Wireless, with another design win and the first initial availability of our embedded wireless solutions through one of the world's premier laptop manufacturers," stated Peter Leparulo, chief executive officer at Novatel Wireless. "According to In-Stat/MDR, laptop manufacturers are projected to ship over three million laptops with embedded wireless modems by the end of 2007. To lead this market, Novatel Wireless is in the midst of one of the most disciplined research and development efforts in its history -- an effort that we believe will dramatically expand the company's addressable market. While we have recently started shipping our first OEM products in limited quantities, the real impact of our investments won't be felt until the second half of the year, as we roll into volume with our initial partner and make our first shipments to other Tier-1 OEM partners."
"The company is now in various stages of commercializing our OEM technology into a total of 20 different laptop models, most of which are currently scheduled for final certifications and wide commercial launches beginning in the second half of 2006 and continuing through the beginning of 2007," stated Dr. Slim Souissi, chief technology officer and vice president of research and development at Novatel Wireless. "Our research and development team is commercializing multiple technologies across many of these laptop models, bringing the total to 35 different wireless laptop configurations that Novatel Wireless currently has in various stages of development, integration and certification with our OEM partners and at leading carriers worldwide."
The Company's design wins include several generations of both HSDPA and EV-DO standards, including HSDPA 1.8 Mbps, HSDPA 3.6 Mbps, EV-DO Phase 0 and EV-DO Rev A technologies.
"Our ability to win business on next-generation HSDPA and EV-DO technologies points to our distinct competitive advantages and strategy for leading the OEM market," added Mr. Leparulo. "Over two years ago, we focused the Company on offering both UMTS/HSDPA and EV-DO based technologies and building proven relationships with leading operators in Europe and the United States. We expected that Tier-1 OEMs planning worldwide launches would select a technology partner who had not only development expertise in both UMTS/HSDPA and EV-DO standards, but also experience in certifying and supporting both North American and European operators. In PC Cards, we have certified UMTS/HSDPA technologies at approximately 24 operators worldwide, mostly in Europe and North America, and in EV-DO we believe we have the dominant market share at North American operators. Our success in accomplishing these goals places us in a unique market position with a unique value proposition to laptop manufacturers, and has been a crucial factor in establishing our leadership in the OEM market. We believe this competitive advantage will continue through the near term and are working hard to leverage our current market position and initial supplier advantage by best serving our customers, forming next-generation technology partnerships and customizing our integration efforts to each of our OEM partners."
About Novatel Wireless
Novatel Wireless, Inc. is a leading provider of wireless broadband access solutions. Novatel Wireless' Merlin(TM) PC Cards, Expedite(TM) Embedded Modems, Freedom Box(TM) Ruggedized Modems, MobiLink(TM) Communications Software Suite, Ovation(TM) 3G Multimedia Application Consoles and Conversa(TM) Software Suite enable high-speed wireless access to personal, corporate and public information. The company delivers innovative 3G solutions to operators, distributors and vertical markets worldwide. Headquartered in San Diego, Calif., Novatel Wireless is listed on NASDAQ:NVTL. For more information, visit www.novatelwireless.com.
(C) 2006 Novatel Wireless. All rights reserved. The Novatel Wireless logo, Merlin, Expedite, Expedite EV620, Freedom Box, MobiLink, Ovation and Conversa are trademarks of Novatel Wireless, Inc. Other product or service names mentioned herein are the trademarks of their respective owners.
his release may contain forward-looking statements, which are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended to date. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. A number of important factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements contained herein. These factors include risks relating to technological changes, new product introductions, continued acceptance of Novatel Wireless' products and dependence on intellectual property rights. These factors, as well as other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, are discussed in more detail in Novatel Wireless' filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (available at www.sec.gov) and other regulatory agencies.
SOURCE: Novatel Wireless, Inc.
CONTACT: Novatel Wireless, Inc.
Catherine Ratcliffe, 858-812-3400
cratcliffe@nvtl.com
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PRESS RELEASE: Panasonic to Highlight Embedded Wireless Computing Solutions for Improved Performance and Lower Total Cost of Ownership at CTIA Wireless 2006
LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 4, 2006--
Leader in Reliable, Engineered-for-Wireless Computers to Demonstrate New Products, Integrated Solutions With Technology and
Carrier Partners; HSDPA 1.8 and EV-DO Revision A Also on Display
Panasonic Computer Solutions Company will demonstrate rugged and semi-rugged Panasonic(R) Toughbook(R) mobile computers with embedded next generation wireless technologies at CTIA WIRELESS 2006, April 5 -- 7 in Las Vegas, Nevada, Hall C3, Booth 2635.
Panasonic Toughbooks are engineered to provide reliable access to data on the fastest wide area wireless technologies available today, including CDMA 1xRTT, GSM/GPRS, EDGE and EV-DO. Panasonic has been integrating wide area wireless solutions since 1996 and was the first manufacturer to ship rugged and semi-rugged notebooks and tablet PCs with embedded EV-DO and EDGE network access.
According to a recent (February, 2006) report by Unstrung Enterprise Insider, embedded wireless modems can result in significantly lower total cost of ownership due, in part, to the fact that PC cards are susceptible to frequent damage.
"The savings on repair and employee downtime alone can support a business case for going with embedded modems," according to analyst Tim Kridel. "Embedded modules also offer faster, more reliable performance than plug-in modems, reducing help desk calls and improving employee productivity."
Thousands of durable Panasonic Toughbook PCs and tablets with embedded next generation wireless access have already been deployed within the public sector and in industrial and commercial settings across virtually every industry. Last week, Panasonic launched its new semi-rugged Toughbook CF-74 notebook, which has also been certified on the EV-DO networks of both Sprint and Verizon.
Industry Partnerships for Total Solutions
Partnering with leading carriers and technology providers is core to Panasonic's mobile computing strategy. Momentum around these solutions continues to grow, providing customers with a high degree of flexibility:
-- Alltel and Panasonic recently announced that select rugged and semi-rugged Toughbook PCs and convertible tablets were the first mobile computers certified for use on the Alltel network. -- Panasonic Toughbook notebooks have been certified on the Cingular Wireless EDGE network since the summer of 2005. Cingular and Panasonic have already partnered to deliver solutions to a number of public safety organizations. Panasonic will also demonstrate next generation HSDPA 1.8 access from Cingular at CTIA. -- Through a technology partnership with Sierra Wireless, Panasonic Toughbooks access both the Sprint and Verizon EV-DO networks using the embedded EM5625 modem. -- Sprint and Panasonic have successfully deployed hundreds of EV-DO enabled units in public and private sector applications. Joint solutions from Sprint, Sierra Wireless and Panasonic will be on display in Sprint's booth (1439) at CTIA, as will a working demonstration of EV-DO Revision A. -- Verizon Wireless certified select rugged and semi-rugged Toughbook computers on its EV-DO network in September, 2005.
"Panasonic has a longstanding commitment to providing best-in-class embedded wireless capabilities to our customers," said Victoria Obenshain, Director of Strategic Wireless, Panasonic Computer Solutions Company. "As a leader in mobile computing for nearly 15 years and a provider of integrated wireless solutions since as early as 1996, we continue to invest considerable resources in developing deep relationships with carrier and OEM partners who share a common vision to deliver and support the most reliable and durable wireless solutions available."
Integrated Wireless for Advanced Performance
Panasonic's integrated wireless computing solutions are designed, developed, manufactured and tested to provide the most advanced performance in the industry.
Embedded modems are engineered for maximum uptime and performance. Isolated from radiated noise and heat, embedded modems generally deliver improved connections to wireless networks. Because embedded solutions also allow users to take advantage of system power management capabilities, battery performance, critical to any mobile computer user, is also enhanced. Finally, because these systems are designed to work as a unit, modem loss, theft or damage due to user error is significantly reduced.
By contrast, PC cards often suffer data loss due to a number of factors, including physical signal interference and system heat and noise from internal PC components. When inserted, PC Cards also drain battery life, whether or not they are actively connected to a network. PC cards also add practical elements of risk. Repeated insertion and removal of PC cards can result in damage to the card itself and to internal PC components. As a non-integrated component, the likelihood of PC Card loss and theft -- resulting in higher costs and reduced productivity -- also increases.
"Our carrier partners have invested heavily to deliver world-class data networks and customers deserve to use them to their full potential. This cannot be readily -- or reliably -- achieved through an add-on approach to wireless access," concluded Obenshain. "Mobile computers need to be engineered to fire on all cylinders and they must be designed to stand up to the rigors of mobility if users are to achieve the true promise of next generation wireless."
About Panasonic Computer Solutions Company
Panasonic Computer Solutions Company empowers the mobile workforce. The company is a unit of Panasonic Corporation of North America, which is the principal North American subsidiary of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (NYSE:MC). Panasonic has delivered reliable, durable mobile solutions through its Toughbook(R) line of notebook computers for thirteen years and has expanded the boundaries of wireless technology through a broad portfolio of products, ranging from fully rugged, industrial strength notebook computers and tablet PCs to thin and light semi-rugged notebooks. A core manufacturer, Matsushita and its subsidiaries control the entire process of design, manufacture, quality assurance, service and support. As a result, Panasonic Toughbooks are known for having the lowest failure rates in the industry. Government, industrial, and commercial users -- from Fortune 1,000 companies to small businesses -- rely on solutions from Panasonic, wherever their work takes them.
All brand and company/product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective companies. All specifications are subject to change without notice. Information on Panasonic's full line of notebook PCs for the mobile professional can be obtained by calling 800-662-3537 or at http://www.panasonic.com/toughbook.
CONTACT: Cohn & Wolfe for Panasonic Computer Solutions Company Bob Osmond, 802-472-3444 Toughbook-PRTeam@cohnwolfe.com Chris Knight, 415-365-8524 christopher_knight@cohnwolfe.com SOURCE: Panasonic Computer Solutions Company Copyright Business Wire 2006
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PRESS RELEASE: QUALCOMM and Samsung Electronics Conduct First Public Demonstration of FLO(TM) Technology on a UMTS Handset
LAS VEGAS, CTIA Booth #2047, Hall C4/C5, April 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- QUALCOMM Incorporated (Nasdaq: QCOM), a leading developer and innovator of Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) and other advanced wireless technologies, and Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., a global leader in telecommunication and digital convergence technologies, today announced that the companies will conduct a live, over-the-air demonstration of FLO technology during CTIA Wireless 2006, April 5-7 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. This will be the first public demonstration of FLO technology on a UMTS handset and will feature multiple channels of streaming video and audio content on Samsung's UMTS handset. Demonstrations will take place in both the QUALCOMM (#2047) and Samsung Electronics (#3226) booths.
FLO technology, a multicast innovation and key component of the MediaFLO(TM) system, is an air-interface technology designed to increase capacity and coverage and reduce costs for multimedia content delivery to mobile handsets. FLO technology-based multimedia multicasting is air-interface independent, allowing it to complement a wireless operators' CDMA2000(R)/EV-DO and UMTS/HSDPA cellular network data and voice services, delivering content to the same cellular handsets used on these 3G networks.
"The growing demand for wireless multimedia services spans the entire wireless industry and MediaFLO provides the most advanced and cost-effective mobile TV solution for companies around the world," said Rob Chandhok, vice president of engineering and international market development for QUALCOMM MediaFLO Technologies. "Our work with leading handset manufacturers, such as Samsung, paves the way for UMTS operators around the globe to closely examine how a FLO-based service offering can take its mobile multimedia offerings to the next level."
"Ensuring the availability of advanced FLO-enabled handsets is a major step in achieving commercial deployment of MediaFLO USA service here in the United States," said Michael Coad, vice president of business development for MediaFLO USA. "This demonstration with Samsung marks a significant milestone in reaching our deployment goal and making sure a broad selection of handsets are in place for UMTS operators that might deploy MediaFLO USA services."
"Samsung has long been an industry leader in engineering handsets that improve the mobile experience for subscribers and allow wireless operators to promote and deliver exciting new services. Live streaming video and other multimedia applications are among the most exciting services on the horizon and QUALCOMM's MediaFLO system is playing a key role in creating a market for those services," said Seog-Geun Lee, vice president of mobile research and development team, Samsung Electronics. "This proof-of-concept demonstration on our UMTS phones underscores the potential we see in the adoption of wireless multimedia services."
Engineered specifically for the mobile environment, FLO technology offers several advantages over other OFDM-based mobile multicast technologies, including higher-quality video and audio, faster channel switching time, superior mobile reception, optimized power consumption and greater capacity than other multicast technologies. Specific performance features of FLO technology in a 6 MHz channel include:
* Support for transmitting up to 20 streaming channels of QVGA-quality (320x240 pixels) video at up to 30 frames per second, 10 stereo audio channels (HE AAC+ parametric stereo) and up to 800 minutes of distributed Clipcast(TM) content per day (short-format video clips) * An average channel switching time of less than two seconds * Reduced network cost of delivering multimedia content by dramatically decreasing the number of transmitters that need to be deployed
The MediaFLO system is an end-to-end solution that enables multicasting of high-quality video, audio streams, Clipcast media and IP datacasting to mobile handsets. The MediaFLO system is comprised of the MediaFLO Media Distribution System (MDS) and FLO technology. The MediaFLO system is a manageable, scalable, subscription-based distribution system and an efficient over-the-air network solution that provides wireless operators a way to cost-effectively deliver the high-quality audio and video content their subscribers desire. More information about the MediaFLO system is available at www.mediaflo.com.
MediaFLO USA Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of QUALCOMM Incorporated that will offer interactive wireless multimedia services to consumers in cooperation with U.S. wireless operators. MediaFLO USA's nationwide network, based on FLO technology, will deliver high-quality video and audio programming to third-generation (3G) mobile phones. In addition, MediaFLO USA is working with leading content providers to aggregate and mobilize compelling programs and services. MediaFLO USA creates a new market opportunity for the entire wireless value chain and delivers on the promise of wireless multimedia.
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is an active member of the FLO Forum (www.floforum.org). The FLO Forum is a multi-company initiative committed to advancing the global standardization of FLO technology, including compliance and certification benchmarks for the technology. Composed of more than 30 industry-leading organizations, the FLO Forum works to develop products and services, based on FLO technology, that enable the delivery of advanced multimedia services to wireless consumers.
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2004 parent company sales of US$55.2 billion and net income of US$10.3 billion. Employing approximately 113,600 people in over 93 offices in 48 countries, the company consists of five main business units: Digital Appliance Business, Digital Media Business, LCD Business, Semiconductor Business and Telecommunication Network Business. Recognized as one of the fastest growing brands, Samsung Electronics is the world's largest producer of color monitors, color TVs, memory chips and TFT-LCDs. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com.
QUALCOMM Incorporated (www.qualcomm.com) is a leader in developing and delivering innovative digital wireless communications products and services based on CDMA and other advanced technologies. Headquartered in San Diego, Calif., QUALCOMM is included in the S&P 500 Index and is a 2005 FORTUNE 500(R) company traded on The Nasdaq Stock Market(R) under the ticker symbol QCOM.
Except for the historical information contained herein, this news release contains forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, including the Company's ability to successfully design and have manufactured significant quantities of CDMA components on a timely and profitable basis, the extent and speed to which CDMA, FLO technology and the MediaFLO USA Inc. network are deployed, change in economic conditions of the various markets the Company serves, as well as the other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's SEC reports, including the report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 25, 2005, and most recent Form 10-Q.
QUALCOMM is a registered trademark of QUALCOMM Incorporated. MediaFLO, FLO and Clipcast are trademarks of QUALCOMM Incorporated. CDMA2000 is a registered trademark of the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA USA). All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
QUALCOMM Contacts: Michele Guthrie, QUALCOMM MediaFLO Technologies Phone: 1-858-651-4017 Email: mediaflo_pr@qualcomm.com Kristi Craft, MediaFLO USA Phone: 1-858-658-5220 Email: mediaflo_pr@qualcomm.com Jeremy James, Corporate Communications Phone: 1-858-651-1641 Email: corpcomm@qualcomm.com Bill Davidson, Investor Relations Phone: 1-858-658-4813 Email: ir@qualcomm.com Other Contacts: Erin Lee, Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Phone: 011- 82-2-751-2661 Email: yoorim.lee@samsung.com SOURCE QUALCOMM Incorporated; Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
/CONTACT: Michele Guthrie, MediaFLO Technologies, +1-858-651-4017, mediaflo_pr@qualcomm.com, or Kristi Craft, MediaFLO USA, +1-858-658-5220, mediaflo_pr@qualcomm.com, or Jeremy James, Corporate Communications, +1-858-651-1641, corpcomm@qualcomm.com, or Bill Davidson, Investor Relations, +1-858-658-4813, ir@qualcomm.com, all of QUALCOMM; or Erin Lee of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., + 011-82-2-751-2661, yoorim.lee@samsung.com
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PRESS RELEASE: Nokia Supplies GSM and WCDMA 3G/HSDPA Networks to Cable & Wireless in the Channel Islands
ESPOO, Finland, April 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nokia and Cable & Wireless, one of the world's leading telecommunications companies, have today signed a contract for the supply of GSM and WCDMA 3G radio and core networks in the Channel Islands of Guernsey and Jersey. This network contract is part of the global frame agreement that Cable & Wireless and Nokia announced in February 2006.
With the support of Nokia's network infrastructure, Cable & Wireless can offer high-quality network coverage and the very latest multimedia services to its mobile customers.
As part of the agreement, Nokia will supply Cable & Wireless with GSM and WCDMA 3G radio networks, including HSDPA, and core networks, including the Nokia MSC Server mobile softswitches. Included in the deal is the unique Nokia NetAct(TM) network and service management system, and a range of services such as network planning, implementation, commissioning and network optimization. Deliveries will start immediately.
"We are committed to providing our customers with high-quality services. With 3G and HSDPA our customers can enjoy advanced multimedia services and faster download speeds," says Geoff Houston, Chief Executive, Cable & Wireless Channel Islands. "Nokia has world-class credentials and its 3G networks support several leading operators globally. We could not get a better partner."
"We're delighted to be working with Cable & Wireless to introduce 3G services in Guernsey and Jersey," says Peter Kuhne, Vice President, Networks, Nokia. "By supplying a complete, end to end solution encompassing terminals, infrastructure, network applications and services we enable Cable & Wireless to bring value to both business and private users within the Channel Islands."
Nokia's high-performing, cost-optimized HSDPA is a simple software upgrade to Nokia WCDMA networks, offering average data speeds of 1-2 Mbps in the first phase. Later, the Nokia will HSDPA support up to 14.4 Mbps in accordance with industry standards. Nokia is a leader in the HSDPA market, with over 20 contracts globally.
Mobile softswitching and IMS are the main elements in converging networks. With over 80 customers for the MSC Server, Nokia has delivered the majority of the world's commercial 3GPP compliant mobile softswitches, accounting for over 75% of Nokia's switch deliveries. Nokia is also the front runner in IMS for fixed and mobile networks, with over 70 references for IMS solutions, such as Push to talk over Cellular and video sharing.
About Cable & Wireless
Cable & Wireless is one of the world's leading international communications companies. It provides fixed and mobile voice, data, IP (Internet Protocol) and broadband services to business and residential customers, as well as services to other telecoms carriers, mobile operators and providers of content, applications and internet services.
Cable & Wireless' principal operations are in the United Kingdom, the Caribbean, Panama, Macau and Monaco.
For more information about Cable & Wireless, go to www.cw.com. About Nokia
Nokia is a world leader in mobile communications, driving the growth and sustainability of the broader mobility industry. Nokia connects people to each other and the information that matters to them with easy-to-use and innovative products like mobile phones, devices and solutions for imaging, games, media and businesses. Nokia provides equipment, solutions and services for network operators and corporations.
www.nokia.com SOURCE Nokia
/CONTACT: Nokia, Networks Communications, Tel. +358-7180-34379 Nokia Communications, Tel. +358-7180-34900, E-mail: press.office@nokia.com www.nokia.com
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Nokia Signs Agreement With RadioFrame Networks to Deploy Picocell Base
Station Solutions
ESPOO, Finland, April 3, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Nokia and RadioFrame Networks today announced they have entered into a reseller and distribution agreement. Under the terms of this agreement, Nokia will sell, distribute and support RadioFrame Networks' picocell solutions to mobile network operators. Based on 3GPP standards for pico base transceiver stations, RadioFrame Networks' software-controlled S-Series solution tightly integrates mobile voice and data services for GSM/GPRS and EDGE networks for consumer applications in homes as well as small-to-medium enterprises. The S-Series solution complements Nokia's base station portfolio for GSM indoor service offering.
"The S-series solution is a cost-effective way to provide indoor coverage and capacity for the mobile operators. Mobile operators can deploy this solution by making use of DSL and cable broadband packet switched networks for backhaul connectivity", said Ari Lehtoranta, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Radio Networks, Networks, Nokia.
"This is an important day for RadioFrame and we are thrilled to have reached this agreement with Nokia," said Jeff Brown, president and CEO of RadioFrame Networks. "As a proven world leader in mobile infrastructure and equipment, Nokia's commitment to our S-Series infrastructure is an important validation of the product and will help them meet the dynamic needs of their global customer base."
The S-Series offers mobile network operators an easy and seamless opportunity to expand existing wireless networks through an innovative picocell base station. The base station can operate either as a single-board transceiver or can be added to an existing DSL/cable modem box with a high degree of reliability and security. The S-Series will work transparently with Nokia base station controller and with multiple-switched-ports router with firewall security and Web services to provide mobile network operators with remote fault management and configuration capabilities.
About RadioFrame Networks
Headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, USA, RadioFrame Networks Inc. is the leader in modular radio solutions for telecom operators. RadioFrame Networks deploys cost-effective radio access via flexible and efficient software-driven base stations. Unlike traditional approaches from vendors offering proprietary, single-technology equipment, RadioFrame Networks offers an agile, multiple-technology, future-proof solution that integrates into existing networks, increases capacity and reduces operating costs and capital expenditures. For more information, please visit the company's Web site at www.radioframenetworks.com.
About Nokia (NYSE: NOK)
Nokia is a world leader in mobile communications, driving the growth and sustainability of the broader mobility industry. Nokia connects people to each other and the information that matters to them with easy-to-use and innovative products like mobile phones, devices and solutions for imaging, games, media and businesses. Nokia provides equipment, solutions and services for network operators and corporations.
www.nokia.com
SOURCE Nokia
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WSJ(4/3) Technology Report: Are Consumers Ready To Watch TV On Their Cellphones? We'll Find Out Pretty Soon
(From THE WALL STREET JOURNAL) By Li Yuan
IT'S NOT CLEAR YET how many Americans will pay to watch TV on their cellphones -- right now, the number is tiny. But wireless-technology giant Qualcomm Inc. and cellular-tower operator Crown Castle International Corp. are betting that technological advances will help that number grow significantly.
The two companies are building competing broadcast networks aimed at sending television signals directly to a new generation of cellphone handsets, augmenting carriers' own cellular systems. The planned networks, the first of which could be available later this year, will offer live TV programs, on-demand videos and audio channels to customers of wireless companies that decide to carry their services.
The new networks promise improvements over current cellular TV services. "With these networks, phone users will have more-reliable connections, and picture quality will be less jumpy," says Jonathan Atkin, a San Francisco-based analyst at the RBC Capital Markets unit of Royal Bank of Canada. "And that could translate into more consumers buying the services."
There are hurdles to be cleared before cellphone TV becomes commonplace in the U.S. San Diego-based Qualcomm and Crown Castle of Houston have enlisted handset and chip makers as allies, and the rival groups' technology differs slightly -- suggesting a possible battle between competing standards that could impede the market's growth. As with most new technologies, prices are high for the required hardware, in this case handsets, which can cost up to $800. And the new services will drain batteries far more quickly than ordinary cellphone use.
But industry officials and analysts believe the demand for cellphone TV services will grow rapidly once the new networks are up and running.
Crown Castle's Modeo unit has been conducting trials in Pittsburgh since last year on a network that covers an area of about 500,000 people. The company recruited an undisclosed number of residents to use the service on prototype devices. It plans to roll out the service commercially in select major markets, including New York City, later this year, and is working to deploy its service in the top 30 U.S. markets by the end of 2007. Modeo says its lineup will include more than 10 TV channels and more than 20 audio channels.
There is one important piece of Modeo's plans that has yet to fall into place, though: It doesn't have an agreement with any U.S. wireless carrier to use the service.
Meanwhile, Qualcomm's MediaFlo unit has been conducting network trials in about 20 markets and is expected to launch its service in partnership with Verizon Wireless in some markets early next year. The network will offer 20 TV channels and 10 audio channels.
Verizon's rivals haven't committed themselves to either Crown Castle or Qualcomm, or to any other new technology for TV transmission. Sprint Nextel Corp., the first U.S. carrier to offer TV service over its cellular network, says it is evaluating several alternatives, including the MediaFlo service. Sprint, of Reston, Va., says it will make its choice based on which one will deliver the service at the lowest cost. The other big U.S. cellular carriers, Cingular Wireless and T-Mobile USA Inc., a subsidiary of Germany's Deutsche Telekom AG, declined to comment on their plans.
Both Crown Castle and Qualcomm are depending in part on cellular carriers' craving for new revenue sources. With almost every American adult already owning a cellphone, the market for voice traffic is just about saturated and prices are falling. TV presents new growth opportunities for cellular carriers.
A service that broadcasts television signals directly to users' handsets, instead of over a cellular network, helps solve another big problem for cellular carriers -- network capacity. Taking TV off the cellular network frees up space for other data-heavy services, such as music downloading and Web browsing, that carriers are also hoping will provide new revenue streams. Carriers would have to pay MediaFlo and Modeo for leasing the TV transmission networks, but the amount would be minimal compared with the cost of expanding the carriers' cellular networks to accommodate video.
Verizon Wireless, a joint venture of Verizon Communications Inc., New York, and Vodafone Group PLC of the U.K., currently offers only video-on-demand service, which consumes much less bandwidth than live TV. Sprint Nextel and Cingular Wireless, controlled by San Antonio-based AT&T Inc., offer subscribers 32 TV channels.
But the technology, provided by mobile-TV service company MobiTV Inc., Emeryville, Calif., takes additional network bandwidth for every subscriber using the service, and could congest cellular networks if too many people are watching TV at the same time. When a network is overburdened, phone users could experience dropped calls or an inability to place calls. MobiTV says it's experimenting with new technologies that would allow more efficient use of network capacity.
MediaFlo and Modeo say they are talking to a wide range of content providers for their program lineups. Michael Ramke, vice president of marketing for Crown Castle's Modeo, says Modeo's target audience will be young people and urban professionals. Its TV programs will include news, sports and entertainment channels. Gina Lombardi, president of Qualcomm's MediaFlo, says her company is talking to many TV networks, including ESPN and MTV. The mix of programs in the initial lineup will look very much like basic cable packages, she says. Both companies say that cellular carriers using their TV networks will be able to develop interactive services. For instance, a phone user could zoom in on clothes appearing on TV and find out the brand and where it is being sold.
Neither MediaFlo nor Modeo is likely to have a complete nationwide rollout in the next year, which could turn off some potential users, especially business travelers.
MediaFlo's network can offer more TV channels than Modeo's because the spectrum it uses can carry more content. But that spectrum, which is also used by TV stations across the country, isn't available in every market. A Congressional ruling in February mandates that the TV stations move to a new spectrum by February 2009. Until then, MediaFlo will take what markets it can get. "Depending on which markets I can clear up today, we'll do it in stages," says Ms. Lombardi of MediaFlo.
Modeo already has the spectrum necessary to build a nationwide network, but it doesn't have the deep pockets that Qualcomm does; it is still looking for external funding for this project.
Both networks also face challenges common to emerging technologies. The handsets that operate with both cellular and TV networks are still expensive, ranging from $600 to $800 in South Korea, where such services already are available. Also, battery life has proved to be a problem, because displaying images drains a battery faster than making phone calls, and there are limits to how much talking time consumers are likely to sacrifice to watch TV.
The two networks also are based on different technologies, and the two companies have formed competing alliances around their networks. It looms as another technology-standard fight, which, analysts say, could confuse consumers and fragment the market, retarding its growth.
Qualcomm has aligned with Verizon Wireless and handset makers Samsung Electronics Co. and LG Electronics Inc. around a technology called Flo, developed by Qualcomm. Crown Castle has the support of chip makers Intel Corp. and Texas Instruments Inc. and handset makers Motorola Inc. and Nokia Corp., using DVB-H (for digital video broadcasting, hand-held), a technology standard developed by a consortium of companies including Texas Instruments.
Qualcomm announced recently that it would also develop DVB-H-based chips, which would give it an interest in both competing technologies. But it claims Flo delivers faster channel switching and longer battery life. Texas Instruments counters that its latest DVB-H chips deliver performance similar to Flo technology.
Despite the looming fight over standards and the other hurdles, analysts see rapid growth for the cellphone TV market in the U.S. in the next couple of years, albeit from a tiny base. Fewer than two million U.S. wireless-service subscribers, or 1% of the total, now watch TV and videos on cellphones. Boston-based technology-research firm Yankee Group forecasts that by 2008 the number of cellphone TV and video subscribers in the U.S. will reach 20 million and revenue will reach $1.5 billion, up from roughly $87 million in 2005.
The MediaFlo and Modeo services should be appealing if the monthly price is affordable and channels are easy to access, says Mr. Atkin of RBC Capital Markets. "I would consider $10 to $15 a month appropriate," he says.
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Ms. Yuan is a staff reporter in The Wall Street Journal's New York bureau. She can be reached at li.yuan@wsj.com.
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