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Customers can instantly purchase and download full songs over-the-air right to their phone when and where they want via the high-speed Sprint Power Vision(SM) Network

Sprint (NYSE: S) customers will be the first wireless customers in the U.S. to download full songs over-the-air. Today Sprint announced the opening of the Sprint Music Store(SM) powered by Groove Mobile, the first music store in the U.S. that lets wireless customers browse, preview, download, play and manage high-quality digital music, right from their phone. Sprint customers can now take their music with them on the go and have instant access to purchase and download music when they want to, not just when they are in front of a PC.

Sprint Music Store customers can browse, preview and purchase hundreds of thousands of songs from virtually every genre of music from EMI Music, SONY BMG MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT, Warner Music Group and Universal Music Group. For $2.50 a song, customers get two copies of the song: one high-quality version formatted to play and enjoy only on their phone and another high-quality version formatted to download on to their PC. Customers can also burn their music to a CD using Windows Media Player.

“Sprint is the first carrier in the United States to deliver what customers want most in a wireless music store – the instant gratification of downloading and owning their own personal collection of high-quality songs on a device that is always with them,” said Len Lauer, chief operating officer for Sprint Nextel. “Sprint is delivering on-the-go entertainment through a music storefront that is customer-friendly and easy-to-use. With a single click, customers can access the Sprint Music Store and more than 250,000 songs from all four major music labels. And because their phone is always with them, now so is the music they want.”

The Sprint Music Store operates on the high-speed Sprint Power Vision(SM) Network and is now available on two new multimedia phones, including the Sprint Power Vision Phone MM-9000 by SANYO and the Sprint Power Vision Phone MM-A940 by Samsung, also announced today. When on the Sprint Power Vision Network, customers can download a full-length song in as little as 30 seconds.

The Sprint Music Store includes both a Store and Player. The Store allows customers to browse, preview and buy digital music. The Player allows customers to view their music by genre and by artist, as well as play and manage their music using playlists. It also allows customers to bring music from their PC over to their phone. Sprint Power Vision phones come packaged with a high-quality stereo headset that enables customers to enjoy music privately. Or, if they prefer, they can play their music on the built-in speakerphone without the stereo headset.

Sprint Power Vision phones come packaged with a removable memory card that is inserted in the phone to buy, download and play full songs from the Sprint Music Store. Using an optional 1GB removable memory card, customers have the ability to store up to 1000 songs purchased from the Sprint Music Store.

“We expect that Sprint will introduce many customers to their first experience with downloading digital music on a Sprint Power Vision Phone, similar to how many customers first used a digital camera via their Sprint Phone just a few years ago!” said Lauer.

Although customers do not need a data plan to purchase music using the Sprint Music Store, Sprint recommends one of several Sprint Power Vision Packs, priced at $15, $20 and $25 – all of which include a streaming radio channel from SIRIUS, streaming live news from ABC News Now, and unlimited Web and data access. For more information on pricing plans, phones, features and services, please refer to the Sprint Power Vision press kit at www.sprint.com/mr.

The Sprint Power Vision Network is currently available to approximately 130 million people nationwide and is expected to reach over 150 million people by early 2006. For complete Sprint Power Vision Network coverage maps, please visit the Sprint web site at http://www.sprint.com/business/products/products/evdoEnterZip.jsp.

About Sprint Nextel
Sprint Nextel offers a comprehensive range of wireless and wireline communications services to consumer, business and government customers. Sprint Nextel is widely recognized for developing, engineering and deploying innovative technologies, including two robust wireless networks offering industry leading mobile data services; instant national and international walkie-talkie capabilities; and an award-winning and global Tier 1 Internet backbone. For more information, visit www.sprint.com/mr.

The MM-9000 is compatible with the Sprint Power Vision(SM) Network - Sprint’s EV-DO network - and compatible with the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network.

Sprint (NYSE: S) and SANYO announced today the introduction of the Sprint Power Vision(SM) Phone MM-9000 by SANYO. The phone enables customers to enjoy Sprint’s next generation of data services, including high quality music, live TV, high-resolution digital imaging, fast Web browsing and On Demand information for news, sports, weather and more, all at broadband-like speeds on the Sprint Power Vision Network.

MM-9000 by SANYO is one of the first phones available from Sprint that enables customers to access the Sprint Music StoreSM, the first mobile music storefront in the United States that allows wireless customers to browse, preview, buy, download and play full-length songs right from the phone. The MM-9000 enables customers to be spontaneous with instant access to hundreds of thousands of songs. Like a portable MP3 player, the Sprint Music Store lets customers sample tracks and organize their music using customized playlists.

“Together with SANYO, we are pleased to be offering Sprint customers a high quality, incredibly robust handset,” said Oliver Valente, senior vice president product development for Sprint Nextel. “The MM-9000 by SANYO is compact and feature-rich and is one of the first innovative consumer devices that will provide customers unique services, like the Sprint Music Store and access to more than 30 channels of video and audio, including live TV.”

The phone offers a rich multimedia feature set, including a built-in MP3/AAC/AAC+ player, a 1.3 megapixel camera, a removable miniSD memory card and streaming media capability. This robust feature set and the Sprint Power Vision Network combine to allow Sprint customers to watch, listen, play and do at the speed of life – right from their phone. The MM-9000 by SANYO is available in Sprint Stores and online (www.sprint.com) for $379.99 or $229.99 after rebate.

“SANYO and Sprint have a history of being at the forefront of redefining how customers use their mobile phone and today we are again at the forefront,” explained Andy Kodera, senior vice president and general manager of SANYO Fisher Company’s Wireless Communications Division. “When the advanced features of the MM-9000 are paired with the Sprint Power Vision Network, customers benefit by being able to do more wirelessly, including being able to download full songs right from their phone, a perfect example of how SANYO ’s handset and Sprint’s application work together.”

When purchasing a music file using the Sprint Music Store, customers receive two versions of the song: one to download and play on the phone and another to download from the Sprint Music Store Web site (www.sprint.com/musicstore) and play on a PC. Using the included 16MB removable miniSD card or an optional (128MB/256MB/512MB/1GB) miniSD card, customers can also transfer unprotected MP3/AAC/AAC+ files from a PC for playback within the Sprint Music Store. While the Sprint Music Store is optimized for the Sprint Power Vision Network, customers with a Sprint Power Vision Phone can continue to enjoy the Sprint Music Store while on the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network.

When within Sprint’s Power Vision Network coverage areas, the MM-9000 by SANYO provides customers an accelerated wireless Internet experience, including fast Web browsing, email and company network access, in addition to instant access to the Sprint Music Store and access to more than 30 channels of video and audio, including live TV.

Additionally, the MM-9000 by SANYO supports On Demand, a new service that allows customers to retrieve personalized information using their home ZIP code for localized news, sports, weather, money, movies and more.

The MM-9000 by SANYO also provides customers with a powerful digital imaging experience with its integrated 1.3-megapixel camera, flash, digital zoom and macro setting for capturing close-ups and a video camcorder for catching special moments. The phone supports Sprint PCS Picture MailSM making it easy for customers to instantly share pictures, video, audio and text messages right from the phone direct to other compatible phones or to any email address.

The phone comes packaged with a stereo headset, a 16MB removable miniSD memory card and miniSD to SD adapter and a USB cable for printing photos directly from the phone to any PictBridge-enabled printer. Images can be stored on the miniSD card to expand storage space. With the phone and Sprint PCS Picture Mail, customers can shoot 30-second video clips with the built-in camcorder to be wirelessly shared. With an optional 128MB or larger miniSD card, customers can shoot video clips of 120-minutes or longer.

The miniSD card enhances the many features of the MM-9000 by SANYO by offering a simple, portable way to store high-resolution images, video clips and music files. The files on the card can be easily downloaded to a PC for backup. With the included adapter, the miniSD card can be used to easily exchange data with select SD-compatible devices, such as PocketPCs, digital cameras and other handheld devices.

The Sprint Power Vision Network will deliver wireless data with average download speeds of 400-700 kilobits per second and a peak rate of up to 2.0 Megabits per second. Sprint Power Vision phones and services are expected to be available to an estimated 130 million people nationwide by mid-November and to over 150 million by early 2006.

The MM-9000 is preceded by a number of award-winning mobile phones from SANYO. The MM-7400 was named an Innovations 2005 Design and Engineering Showcase honoree in the Wireless Communications category by the Consumer Electronics Association. The MM-5600 received the prestigious 2005 DIMA (Digital Imaging Marketing Associate) Innovative Digital Product Award, and has been named an Editor’s Choice in Laptop Magazine, American Photo Magazine, and PC Magazine.

SANYO phones have also been recognized for providing a high level of customer satisfaction. In 3 out of the 4 years since J.D. Power and Associates began tracking the wireless mobile phone market, SANYO has received a ranking of “Highest in Overall Customer Satisfaction with Wireless Mobile Phones” according to the J.D. Power and Associates’ U.S. Wireless Mobile Phone Evaluation Study. This includes the most recent ranking for the 2005 study, which is based on responses from 17,701 U.S. households, surveyed in March, April and June 2005, that have owned their current wireless phone for less than two years.

About Sprint Nextel
Sprint Nextel offers a comprehensive range of wireless and wireline communications services to consumer, business and government customers. Sprint Nextel is widely recognized for developing, engineering and deploying innovative technologies, including two robust wireless networks offering industry leading mobile data services; instant national and international walkie-talkie capabilities; and an award-winning and global Tier 1 Internet backbone. For more information, visit www.sprint.com/mr.

About SANYO
Based in Chatsworth, California, SANYO Fisher Company (a division of SANYO North America Corporation, a subsidiary of SANYO Electric Co., Ltd.) markets PCS phones, audio systems, portable and mobile electronics, televisions, DVD players/recorders, dictation devices, digital camera/camcorder combinations, home appliances, LCD projectors, security video equipment and air conditioning systems. SANYO Electric Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ: SANYY) is a $24 billion manufacturer and distributor of consumer and commercial electronics, including multimedia and telecommunication products.

This first two-mega pixel, 2.0 optical zoom camera phone in the U.S. also features a built-in media player and exterior music keys to easily access digital music files stored on the removable external memory card Media Contacts:

Sprint (NYSE: S) and Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung) today announced the Sprint Power Vision(SM) Multimedia Phone MM-A940 by Samsung(r). The MM-A940 by Samsung is compatible with the Sprint Power Vision network– Sprint’s EV-DO (Evolution Data Optimized) wireless high-speed multimedia network. The new services supported by the MM-A940 include the newly announced Sprint Music Store(SM), which allows users to immediately buy and download complete songs directly to their phone; 30 channels of live and on demand video and audio from Sprint TV and On Demand, a personalized resource guide to news, traffic, weather, sports and entertainment. The MM-A940 by Samsung is also the first two-megapixel, 2.0 optical zoom camera phone with a rotating screen introduced to the U.S. by Sprint. The phone is available now nationwide at Sprint Stores and online (www.sprint.com) for $399.99 or $249.99 after rebate.

“The MM-A940 by Samsung heralds the consumer trend of convergence between wireless handsets and the functionality of many household consumer electronic devices,” said Oliver Valente, senior vice president product development, Sprint Nextel. “Sprint’s delivery of superior multimedia and imaging handsets capable of delivering high-speed data from our Power Vision network reinforces our position as the leading provider of wireless data services such as live television and digital music downloads. This device gives customers access to a multimedia revolution with the ability to instantly purchase their favorite song and experience world events as they happen with live TV.”

When customers are in Sprint Power Vision coverage areas, they will experience an accelerated and enhanced wireless Internet experience, including fast Web browsing, email, and company network access, as well as a richer multimedia experience on the third screen with content from Sprint TV, Sirius Music and other live TV and on demand subscription channels. The MM-A940 by Samsung is also compatible with the enhanced Nationwide Sprint Network (CDMA 1XRTT), so customers will have access to Sprint’s standard wireless data services.

“The MM-A940, an excellent convergence of form and function, is a wireless multimedia powerhouse that makes the true mobile lifestyle a reality,” said Peter Skarzynski, senior vice president, Samsung. “The A940, combined with Sprint’s Power Vision services, is a portal to the must-have music, sports, news and entertainment content our customers craves.”

In addition to accessing the new Sprint Music Store, the MM-A940 by Samsung features unique external access to all stored music files. With the three music control keys, customers can play, pause, skip forward and backward through their stored music without having to open the phone. The handset also has built-in stereo sound and comes with a stereo headset in the box and 32 MB TransFLASHTM memory card for additional digital file storage.

One of the key features of the MM-A940 by Samsung is the built-in two-megapixel camera with 2.0 optical zoom and rotating screen. The phone also is equipped with auto focus, , flash, color adjustments, self-timer and multishot feature. Customers also can take advantage of the embedded camera to capture a business card image and transfer the contact information directly into the device’s internal contacts.

The phone’s camcorder capabilities allow customers to shoot 30-second videos for sharing via email or extended video for storage on the TransFLASH memory card. This TransFLASH card provides customers with ample memory to store their favorite video clips and digital music files. The device comes packaged with a TransFLASH memory card and TransFLASH to SD adapter, plus a USB cable for printing photos directly from the phone to any PictBridge-enabled printer. The device supports Picture MailSM and Sprint PCS Video Mail.

The Sprint Power Vision Phone MM-A940 is an all-in-one device. The phone’s built-in media player and high-speed data access, plus faster processing power deliver streaming video and audio from Sprint TV at a smooth and seamless rate of up to 15 frames per second. The 4.9 ounce device features rich 3D graphics and Samsung’s 1.56″ x 1.25″ TFT LCD 262K-color main screen.

Adding to its user-friendly consumer benefits, the MM-A940 by Samsung includes Bluetooth® wireless technology. With Bluetooth, customers have access to fast, secure short-range, radio transmission between two devices without having to be in line of sight. The MM-A940 by Samsung supports the most common Bluetooth profiles, such as headset, handsfree, file transfer and printing as well as dial-up networking. In addition, the phone offers two popular features from VoiceSignal Technologies – VoiceModeâ„¢ speech-to-text dictation, which allows users to dictate text messages, and advanced voice recognition, which allows users to dial phone numbers, check status reports of the phone’s coverage, signal, and battery strength all with simple voice commands. For information about Sprint Power Vision packages and pricing, visit www.sprint.com.

About Sprint Nextel
Sprint Nextel offers a comprehensive range of wireless and wireline communications services to consumer, business and government customers. Sprint Nextel is widely recognized for developing, engineering and deploying innovative technologies, including two robust wireless networks offering industry leading mobile data services; instant national and international walkie-talkie capabilities; and an award-winning and global Tier 1 Internet backbone. For more information, visit www.sprint.com/mr.

About Samsung Telecommunications America
Samsung Telecommunications America, L.P., a Dallas-based subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Company, Ltd., researches, markets and develops wireless handsets and telecommunications products throughout North America. For more information, see STA’s website at www.samsung.com/wireless.

About Samsung
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 123,000 people in 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.

New Phone Offers AgION(R) Antimicrobial Coating, a Video Recorder, MP3 Player and Two-Way Radio

Motorola Inc. (NYSE:MOT) today announced the launch of the Motorola i870, a new mobile device that combines an unprecedented multimedia experience with antimicrobial coating. The i870 blends a 1.3 megapixel camera with a video recorder, MP3 player and two-way radio. Additionally, the i870 is the first mobile device to feature the AgION antimicrobial coating which helps inhibit the growth of microbes such as bacteria and mold on the handset’s painted surfaces.

“Mobile professionals and consumers alike have come to expect the most cutting-edge mobile technology from Motorola and with the i870 we are delivering a device that is unlike anything else on the market today,” said Peter Aloumanis, director, U.S. Markets Division, Motorola’s iDEN(R) Mobile Devices. “The Motorola i870 combines communication and entertainment in one unique handset that gives users the ability to take pictures, record important moments and play their favorite music. In addition to its distinctive combination of mobile features, the i870 handset incorporates the protective AgION antimicrobial technology.”

The i870 is a handheld media center that includes the AgION antimicrobial coating. This safe, non-toxic silver ion technology has been incorporated into the phone’s painted surfaces to help inhibit the growth of bacteria, mold and other microorganisms. The key multimedia features of the i870 include:

• A Camcorder and 1.3 Megapixel Camera. This option allows users to capture pictures and record up to a one-hour session of video, which can be sent as images or short video clips using the multimedia messaging service.*
• Music Player. This allows users to play MP3 audio files stored on either the memory card or the phone even when the handset is closed.
• Removable Memory Card. This Transflash card enables users to save media including music, video and pictures on a removable card available at various sizes (128MB, 256MB and 512MB).
• Wide Integrated Digital Enhanced Network (WiDEN). WiDEN enables users to send and receive data up to four times faster than the current iDEN network.
• Bluetooth(R) Wireless Technology. This keeps users connected with local wireless devices including certain compatible Bluetooth enabled wireless phones and headsets, PDAs, laptops, desktops and handheld computers.**
• Selective Dynamic Group Call (SDGC). This feature enables users to setup two-way radio talk groups for up to 20 people, which allows users to stay in touch when they are nearby or on the road.*
• MOTOtalk. This allows users who are outside of the coverage area to manually transfer to a two-way radio-to-radio communication mode with a range of up to six miles depending upon specific conditions, such as terrain. i***

 

“We are excited to work with Motorola to incorporate AgION’s patented antimicrobial technology into the i870 handset,” said J. Ladd Greeno, president and CEO of AgION. “Silver has a centuries-long history of use as an antimicrobial and our compound has been incorporated into a variety of applications including apparel, pens and even medical devices. The built-in antimicrobial coating of the i870 will help to ensure effective and long- lasting protection of the handset from damaging microbes.”

The i870 is available through all Nextel distribution channels, including retail stores, at a price of $299.99, with a two-year service agreement, new activation and credit approval. Taxes, fees, early termination fee and other charges apply.

About Motorola
Motorola is a Fortune 100 global communications leader that provides seamless mobility products and solutions across broadband, embedded systems and wireless networks. In your home, auto, workplace and all spaces in between, seamless mobility means you can reach the people, things and information you need, on the go. Seamless mobility harnesses the power of technology convergence and enables smarter, faster, cost-effective and flexible communication. Motorola had sales of US $31.3 billion in 2004. For more information: http://www.motorola.com/ and for images: http://www.motorolacollective.com/ .

About AgION Technologies
AgION Technologies is a leader in providing engineered antimicrobial solutions based on ionic silver that continuously inhibit the growth of bacteria, mold and fungus on a broad range of industrial, consumer and medical products. For more information about AgION Technologies Inc: http://www.agion-tech.com/ .

* Network and subscription dependent feature. Not available in all areas. Airtime, data charges, and/or additional charges may apply. PTT connectivity requires PTT compatible phones.

** The i870 phone supports most Bluetooth profiles. Your compatible Bluetooth accessories must support these profiles. To determine the compatibility of Motorola accessories, visit the customer support page at http://www.hellomoto.com/ . For other accessories, contact the manufacturer.

i*** MOTOtalk is an all-digital off-network walkie-talkie service that works between compatible phones in up to a six-mile range under optimal conditions. Terrain, weather, foliage, and usage in or near vehicles and structures (such as buildings), among other things, may decrease performance and result in a significantly shorter range. The communication range quoted is calculated based on an unobstructed line of sight test under optimum conditions. Actual range will vary depending on terrain and conditions, and is often less than the maximum possible. Your actual range will be limited by several factors including, but not limited to: terrain, weather conditions, electromagnetic interference, and obstructions.

SGH-d307 Features Remarkable Swivel Screen Design and Qwerty Keyboard For Dynamic Speech and Messaging Communication

Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung) today announced the availability of the multi-functional designed SGH-d307, which features a swivel display that morphs the clamshell phone into a virtual mini-laptop. With a quick flip of the screen, the d307’s numeric keypad becomes a full QWERTY keyboard, unveiling a productive messaging device for users to send and receive emails and instant messages on the fly. The d307’s large internal display features a 262K-color TFT screen, making it easy to view and move from one message to another. Its integrated EDGE technology takes advantage of faster connection speeds, allowing quick and efficient browsing of HTML pages and navigation of emails, and the internal antenna keeps the lines of the device smooth and unobtrusive, without compromising network reception. Packed with an array of advanced communication features, the d307 includes advanced voice recognition with VoiceModeâ„¢ speech-to-text dictation technology and voice-enabled dialing, as well as a speakerphone and Bluetooth® wireless technology support. Additionally, the phone includes multimedia messaging for sending pictures, animation and sound files.

“The d307’s breakthrough design showcases Samsung’s ability to embed real-life, relevant technologies in sleek, user-friendly packages,” said Peter Skarzynski, senior vice president, Samsung. “With the increased popularity of messaging, products such as the d307 will resonate with consumers, meeting their ultimate communication needs.”

Additional features of the d307 include:

• EDGE, Class 10
• GSM: Tri-Band 850/1800/1900 MHz
• Bluetooth® wireless technology support:
• Profiles supported: headset, hands-free, file transfer, dial-up networking
• Cingular Mobile eMail
• AOL®, ICQ® and Yahoo!® Instant Messaging
• Internal Display: 262K-color TFT; 176 x 220 pixel
• External Display: 4 Grey Scale; 96 x 96 pixel
• Weighs 4.3 ounces; Measures 3.7 x 1.9 x 0.85 inches
• MP3 ringtones and 64 note polyphonic ringtones
• T-9® easy text entry
• Wireless Internet access
• Wireless modem capable
• Javaâ„¢ support
• Tone, image and ringer download
• Integrated games
• Trilingual user interface: English, Spanish and French
• Voice recorder
• Personal information manager
• Calendar, calculator, alarm clock, to do list, currency converter, world time

 

The d307 is available at Cingular Wireless retail stores, in select markets throughout the U.S., for $149.99 with $50 mail-in rebate. For more information visit www.samsung.com.

About Samsung
Samsung Telecommunications America, a Dallas-based subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Company, Ltd., researches, markets and develops wireless handsets and telecommunications products throughout North America. For more information, see STA’s website at www.samsungusa.com/wireless.

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 123,000 people in 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 .

Nokia today announced that it has shipped Rifts®: Promise of Power (TM), heralding a new era in tactical role playing as this renowned pen-and-paper RPG meets video gamers for the first time. Developed exclusively for the N-Gage platform, this adaptation of the Palladium Books® franchise combines the detail and imagination of the original with the accessibility of the video game world and is set to deliver Rifts: Promise of Power straight to the pockets of a brand new audience. Rifts: Promise of Power allows players to explore the Rifts universe in real time as they venture through the post apocalyptic remains of Germany, North America, Scotland, China and Quebec. During their quests gamers will have the chance to engage in turn based combat against 50 + fearsome enemies using over 100 weapons, spells and psionics. Fans of the pen and paper version will find their current RIFTS® Megaverse® has expanded with the introduction of a new character class. The Elemental Fusionist a group of rugged individuals who possess the elemental forces of earth, fire, air and water within their bodies’ leaving them perfectly placed to unleash these elemental forces against their foes. Enjoy over 40 hours of gameplay on the single player version or for marathon playtime take on up to three players from anywhere in the world using Turn Notification over N-Gage Arena or for a more intimate challenge battle three of your friends over Bluetooth instead. If you want to try before you buy - go to www.rifts-promiseofpower.com where the 6-hour demo featuring character creation, adventuring and party based combat is ready for download. “We are privileged to be the first video game platform to feature Rifts: Promise of Power as part of our game catalogue.” says Gregg Sauter, Director of Games Publishing, Nokia. “The Rifts pen-and-paper franchise has already brought pleasure to millions of RPG fans and its presence on the N-Gage platform with its endless hours of multiplayer action can only serve to make the Rift brand even more popular.” About N-Gage The N-Gage game deck is an innovative mobile device that is creating an entirely new market for the games industry. Built for active gamers, the N-Gage platform is the first mobile and connected game deck to feature online high-quality 3D multiplayer game play over Bluetooth wireless technology and GPRS. The N-Gage device also offers unique online games services as well as a comprehensive and growing games catalogue from the leading game publishers. Nokia is the world leader in mobile communications.

Users of Nokia’s embedded Movie Director application can make and share their videos in a variety of fun, party-themed muveeStyles

muvee Technologies, the pioneer and global leader in Instant Personal Video, has launched its second mobile stylePack, featuring 5 popular party-themed styles for making quick, personalized music videos on various Nokia camera phone models .

Using Nokia’s embedded Movie Director application, camera phone users can instantly and automatically turn their unedited phone video clips and pictures into stylish “muvees”, which can be shared on the phone itself or sent to others via a multimedia message (MMS). muvees typically feature highlights of a user’s video footage and pictures that are set to music, with style-determined effects and transitions synchronized to the beat. Users can also include a personalized text message into their muvees.

Mikko Alanko, muvee’s sales manager for mobile products, said, “We’ve picked our best party styles and combined them into an all-in-one fun stylePack for Nokia camera phones that will really bring out the mood of people having a good time. So often, people take spontaneous video clips and pictures with their phones while they’re out with friends. These muveeStyles are a great way to capture the moment on the dance floor or at the bachelor party – and the best part is that they enable people to share the essence of these fun times with friends in a truly compelling way.”

muveeStyles are unique, themed templates that allow Nokia camera phone users to instantly create compelling productions using video clips and pictures on their mobile phones. Each style has its own effects, transitions, graphics, music and editable text messages that can be applied to video and pictures in seconds to create a finished, stylized “muvee”. Multiple video clips and pictures can also be combined into a single montage.

The 5 styles featured in the Party stylePack are Pina Colada, Beer O’clock, Ibiza, Carnival and Superstar . The Party stylePack is now available for PC download from www.muvee.com/mobile_stylepack at a 50% introductory offer of US$9.95. Once downloaded, the styles can be transferred from PC to phone via an infrared or Bluetooth connection. The Party stylePack works with Nokia’s embedded Movie Director application, which is available on the 7610, 3230, 6630, 6670, 6680, 6682, 6681, N70 and N90 models.

About muvee Technologies
Founded in 2001, muvee Technologies is the pioneer and global leader in a dynamic new field: Instant Personal Video. muvee’s award-winning autoProducer software features unique patented technology which revolutionizes the process of video production, allowing people to automatically turn their raw video and photos into professional-looking finished “muvees” in hundreds of different styles. Users need no prior experience working with video, and each production is finished in seconds – literally thousands of times faster than is possible with conventional technology. muvee’s products are available for the PC, camera phones and other platforms, and have sold into more than 150 countries worldwide. muvee’s global partners include Hewlett-Packard, Nokia, Sony, Nikon and ATI. For more information, please visit www.muvee.com .

New mid-tier Nokia 2855 and 6165 phones combine today’s most wanted features with a stylish fold design

Addressing the needs of customers seeking a compact, stylish CDMA handset with Bluetooth technology, Nokia today introduced the mid-range Nokia 2855 and 6165 phones. Each weighing under 4 ounces, both the Nokia 2855 and Nokia 6165 phones are compatible with a wide range of popular Bluetooth technology enabled accessories such as wireless headsets and car kits as well as other Bluetooth technology enabled devices including laptop PC’s and even new automobiles. Besides Bluetooth technology, both the Nokia 2855 and 6165 phones feature support for downloadable Java or BREW applications, streaming audio and video content and customizable MIDI ringtones. Both the Nokia 2855 and 6165 phones are expected to be available during the first half of 2006.

“With the Nokia 2855 and 6165 phones, Nokia is filling a gap for Bluetooth technology enabled CDMA handsets at a mid range price point,” said Larry Paulson, vice president of product marketing for Nokia’s CDMA business group. “Along with the Bluetooth technology, consumers will be attracted by the hallmark Nokia design and will appreciate the ease of use delivered by the signature Nokia user interface, while operators will be drawn by the ability to deliver value-added services like applications, messaging and ringtones.”

Nokia 2855 phone
Featuring a bold color palette including metallic-finish indigo or cabernet, the Nokia 2855 phone is Nokia’s most affordable Bluetooth technology enabled CDMA handset. The large 128 x 160 pixel 262K color main display is perfect for viewing MMS messages and enjoying the customizable themes that make the Nokia 2855 phone unique for each owner. For maximum productivity on the go, the Nokia 2855 phone features an extensive phonebook with room for up to 500 entries - each allowing for 5 phone numbers, e-mail address, web address and a notes field per entry. Additional features of the Nokia 2855 phone include:

• Integrated handsfree speakerphone
• Voice memo recorder and voice dialing
• High-fidelity MP3/AAC ringtone support

 

Nokia 6165 phone
The Nokia 6165 phone shares the strong feature set of the Nokia 2855 phone, and builds upon it by adding a full one-megapixel camera with flash and built-in infrared technology to provide support for all major types of connectivity - Bluetooth, USB cable, and infrared. Support for location-based services allow the Nokia 6165 phone to take advantage of mobile applications that take advantage of positioning information for accessing information on nearby points of interest, directions and more. Other unique features of the Nokia 6165 phone include:

• Support for capturing, sending and viewing video
• Classic design with bright chrome accents
• Streaming video

 

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

Nokia 1255 monoblock and Nokia 2355 fold-style phones combine a modern, compact design with an attractive price point

Reaffirming its commitment to providing high-quality devices for new growth markets, Nokia today introduced a pair of CDMA handsets designed expressly for these fast-growing regions. Both the classically styled monoblock Nokia 1255 phone and the expressively designed fold-style Nokia 2355 phone boast strong feature sets not usually found at their entry-level price point. Both the Nokia 1255 and Nokia 2355 phones are expected to be available during the 1st quarter of 2006.

“Nokia has built a strong relationship with CDMA operators in new growth markets around the world, and we are pleased to be adding two more handsets to our lineup that will meet the unique needs of their customer bases,” said Timo Ihamuotila, senior vice president of Nokia’s CDMA business unit. “Even while meeting the value needs of consumers in these new growth markets, the Nokia 2355 and Nokia 1255 phones still deliver a wide range of features designed to enhance the mobile experience.”

Nokia 1255 phone: A classic value
The value-priced Nokia 1255 phone packs an extra-large feature set into an extra-small package. The 80-gram phone offers productivity tools such as a two-way handsfree speakerphone, voice recorder and a calendar with an alarm clock. Other fun features include two built-in games, 20 ringtones and a selection of user-selectable screen savers. In recognition of the need to stay in touch while minimizing downtime, the Nokia 1225 phone delivers up to four hours of talk time and up to 10 days of standby time. A partial list of additional features includes:

• 250 contact phonebook
• Text messaging
• Stopwatch and countdown timer
• Internal vibrating alert
• Easy-to-use Nokia user interface

 

Nokia 2355 phone: Low cost, high impact
Following the Nokia tradition of delivering high-impact products to all market segments, the new Nokia 2355 phone delivers an ultra-compact, color screen 78-gram fold-style phone to the entry-level market. The 128 x 128 pixel 65K color screen, built-in FM radio and integrated flashlight allow the Nokia 2355 phone to deliver a unique set of features to owners, while the ability to download BREW 1.2 or Java MIDP 1.0 content, such as ringtones, games and screensavers, offers value-added services that meet the needs of both consumers and operators. Other selected features of the Nokia 2355 phone include:

• Text and multimedia messaging
• Integrated speakerphone
• WAP 2.0 compliant browser
• 16-chord polyphonic ringtones
• Calendar with alarm clock

 

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

With Cingular’s Mobile Email and Mobile IM Services, Customers Can Now Easily Access All Major Email and IM Communities

Cingular Wireless, the nation’s largest wireless carrier, today announced the availability of two enhanced services: Mobile Email and Mobile IM. Now, for the first time in the US market, Cingular customers can gain access to their existing email or IM accounts from AOL, MSN and Yahoo! through a set of simple, easy to use applications which can be accessed through a standard mass market phone. Both the Mobile Email and Mobile IM applications are available for free on a download basis through the Cingular MEdia Mall to Cingular customers who have a compatible phone. These new applications will give Cingular customers easy-to-use, pre- configured access to their email and IM accounts without the need to be tethered to their desktop or having to purchase a high-end, PDA-like device.

“Email and Instant Messaging are the ‘killer apps’ of the Internet,” said Jim Ryan, vice president of consumer data services, Cingular Wireless. “Now, with the new Mobile Email and Mobile IM applications from Cingular, we are enabling over 10 million of our existing customers with the ability to get to their existing email and IM services through a set of easy-to-use clients — anytime, anywhere, from their existing phones. These are truly mass market solutions.”

Mobile Email
Cingular’s Mobile Email service is breaking new ground by bringing the top email communities together in one application on mass market devices. Cingular customers can now view and interact with their existing personal email accounts on AOL(R) and AIM(R) Mail services, as well as MSN Hotmail, Yahoo!(R) Mail and SBC Yahoo!(R) Mail. Using a downloadable email client powered by OZ and following a simple two-step initial login process, Cingular customers can enjoy an intuitive, graphically rich, email experience with a PC look-and-feel directly from their Cingular phone. Additionally, Cingular is making email access affordable by making Mobile Email available on mass market devices. Currently, Mobile Email is available for many of the most popular Motorola devices-the V180, V220, V400, V551 and RAZR V3. More compatible handsets will be added soon.

To learn more about Cingular’s Mobile Email service visit http://www.cingular.com/email .

Mobile IM
With Mobile IM, Cingular customers now have simultaneous access to all three major IM communities — AOL’s AIM service, Yahoo!(R) Messenger and, the newest addition, MSN Messenger. Mobile IM features a tabbed interface with one-click switching between all three IM communities. Developed with Comverse and Thumbspeed, Cingular’s enhanced downloadable Mobile IM service delivers a full-color, graphical interface that allows customers to send and receive instant messages, as well as check the availability of friends and family online.

Cingular is launching its Mobile IM service with a special promotion that will award a $10,000 grand prize to one lucky winner. Customers can enter the “IM Download & Win Promotion” simply by downloading the instant messenger application from the MEdia Net menu on compatible handsets. Upon completion of download, they will receive one entry into the promotion. Every instant message they send or receive during the promotion using their Cingular phone will give them another entry into the sweepstakes. The promotion, which began Oct. 17, will run though December 31, 2005.

The Mobile IM service is currently available for a wide range of popular Nokia (6230, 6620), Motorola (V180, V220, V400, V551, RAZR V3) and Sony Ericsson (Z500 and S710a) handsets.

To learn more about Cingular’s Mobile IM service, visit http://www.cingular.com/im .

Pricing
There are no additional monthly fees required to use Cingular’s new services. Customers just pay kilobyte usage charges for Mobile Email, or a per message charge for IMs. For the best value, Cingular recommends customers select one of two value-priced service bundles: MEdia Basic or MEdia Works.

For more information on Mobile Email or Mobile IM, visit http://www.cingular.com/ .

About Cingular Wireless
Cingular Wireless is the largest wireless carrier in the United States, serving 52.3 million customers. Cingular, a joint venture between SBC Communications Inc. (NYSE:SBC) and BellSouth Corporation (NYSE:BLS), has the largest digital voice and data network in the nation — the ALLOVER (SM) network — and the largest mobile-to-mobile community of any national wireless carrier. Cingular is the only U.S. wireless carrier to offer Rollover (SM), 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://www.cingular.com/newsroom .

2.0-inch Display Utilizes New SW1605 PenTile RGBW Driver Chip from Silicon WorksChunghwa Picture Tubes, Ltd. has produced a high-brightness, low-power 2.0-inch qVGA display utilizing patent-pending PenTile RGBW(tm) technology developed by Clairvoyante. The amorphous silicon display - which uses half the power of RGB Stripe legacy designs - is driven by the new SW1605 PenTile inclusive driver chip from Clairvoyante licensee Silicon Works of Daejon, Korea.

The new display panel is being demonstrated in booth 781 through Friday, October 21st at FPD International in Yokohama, Japan.

Silicon Works’ driver chip has the same interface as standard RGB Stripe smart driver ICs, but only requires two-thirds of the memory, and the single-chip design saves further board space. By incorporating PenTile RGBW technology, one-third fewer data drivers are required; cutting the number of interconnects and frame buffer size by one-third.

PenTile Matrix(tm) technology takes advantage of the processing characteristics of the human vision system to produce cost-effective displays that consume less power and offer higher brightness at high visual resolution. PenTile RGBW technology adds a white subpixel to the conventional RGB subpixels in order to enhance luminance and color reproduction. In addition, the benefits of PenTile-based LCDs can be realized without costly plant or process modifications.

“The display market continues to demand high-brightness, low-power panels, and we’re pleased that another industry leader such as Chunghwa Picture Tubes chooses to enable this using PenTile RGBW technology,” said Joel Pollack, Clairvoyante president and chief executive officer. “The Silicon Works driver IC allows CPT to release a superior performing product while continuing to validate PenTile RGBW technology for brightness improvement and power reduction.”

About Clairvoyante
Clairvoyante, Inc. develops and licenses unique pixel architectures and algorithms to the flat-panel display industry under the PenTile Matrix(tm) brand family. The company’s proprietary subpixel rendering technology optimizes the performance of next-generation LCD displays in terms of brightness, resolution and power consumption. Founded in July 2000, Clairvoyante maintains offices in Sebastopol and Cupertino, California. The company’s investors include American River Ventures, Intel Capital, Pacifica Fund, Rocket Ventures, Selby Venture Partners, The Angels’ Forum and Yasuda Capital. For more information, visit www.clairvoyante.com .

New ‘Symbian-Signed’ Mobile Office Suite for Symbian OS based Series 80 Ensures Desktop-Quality Editing Experience through InTact Technology

DataViz, Inc., a leading provider of Office compatibility solutions for over 21 years, today announced that its mobile office suite, Documents To Go, is now available for the Symbian OS based Series 80 platform. With the addition of this newly supported platform, DataViz’ Documents To Go product line now includes support for three of the most popular smartphone platforms: Symbian OS based UIQ, Series 80 and Palm OS. This Series 80 version has received Symbian-Signed certification and provides owners of both the Nokia 9300 smartphone and Nokia 9500 Communicator with the ability to open, view and edit Microsoft Word and Excel files.

DataViz’ unique InTact Technology is built-in to provide complete original document integrity when Microsoft Office files are edited by users on the smartphone. This is especially vital when desktop documents containing complex formatting and layouts are editing in a mobile environment. With InTact Technology, users can confidently edit documents on their smartphone without fear of negatively altering any of a file’s rich formatting. Any edits made in Documents To Go will be intelligently merged with a file’s original formatting to create an updated document that can than be e-mailed or exchanged with others directly from the smartphone.

“We are excited to expand our product portfolio to include support for the Nokia 9300 smartphone and Nokia 9500 Communicator,” said Danny Tu, Product Manager, DataViz Inc. “Documents To Go, with its support for common editing features and inclusion of InTact Technology, provides a solid document-editing solution that enhances the usefulness of these Nokia smartphones for a wide range of professionals, especially those exchanging and editing business-related files when out of the office.”

In addition to InTact Technology, Documents To Go for Series 80 boasts a number of key features designed to help users quickly locate information and effortlessly make edits and create new documents. These include:

• Support for embedded images and tables in Word files.
• Ability to view and edit existing comments, footnotes and endnotes in Word files.
• Support for 111 of the most commonly-used Excel functions.
• TrueType font support* providing clear and crisp text rendering.

 

Pricing and Availability
Documents To Go for Series 80 is available immediately from DataViz (www.dataviz.com) and will be available soon from distributor Ingram Micro, retail partners Office Depot, CompUSA and Franklin Covey and online partners Amazon.com and Handango.com. The suggested retail price is $49.99. A special limited time, introductory price of $29.99 will be available for Nokia 9300 smartphone and Nokia 9500 Communicator owners. Contact DataViz for more details.

About Documents To Go
Documents To Go is an award-winning mobile Office suite that allows users to access and edit Microsoft Office documents and e-mail attachments on a variety of mobile devices, including the Palm Treo 650 smartphone, Sony Ericsson P910 and Nokia 9300 smartphone. Documents To Go supports the following platforms: Palm OS, Symbian OS based UIQ and Symbian OS based Series 80.

About DataViz, Inc.
DataViz is an industry leader in developing and marketing Office compatibility and productivity solutions across a variety of platforms including Palm OS, Symbian OS, Java, Windows and Macintosh. Founded in 1984, DataViz began its business developing file conversion software and has since expanded its expertise to providing solutions that meet the increasing demands of the handheld and mobile markets. With solutions that include their award-winning mobile Office suite, Documents To Go, and wireless Outlook synchronization solution, RoadSync, DataViz is committed to providing premium solutions that mobilize ‘Microsoft Office’ for today’s knowledge workers and provide instant access to critical files and business data. DataViz is a member of Forum Nokia Pro, Palm Plugged-In Developer’s program, Sony Ericsson Core+ developer’s program and is a Symbian Platinum Partner and Orange Partner Premium member. In addition, the company has ! developed strategic partnerships with Microsoft, Palm, Sony, Apple and other industry leaders both domestically and abroad.

Custom-Designed T-Mobile Sidekick II Juicy Couture Edition and T-Mobile Sidekick II Mister Cartoon Edition Launch in the Country’s Five Most Fashionable Cities

Hollywood’s coveted all-in-one communications device gets even hotter this fall with the recent announcement of the newly remodeled T-Mobile(R) Sidekick(TM) II Limited Edition series. Dedicated to helping consumers set themselves apart from the crowd through personalization, T-Mobile has partnered with trendsetting Juicy Couture and renowned urban artist Mister Cartoon to create two limited-edition versions of the T-Mobile Sidekick II.

To kick off the release, on October 18, T-Mobile opened the doors to “Sidekick II City” in Hollywood where the urban flair of East Los Angeles native Mister Cartoon was juxtaposed with the funky feminine chic of Juicy Couture. Celebrity guests such as Mischa Barton, Jesse Metcalfe, Nicole Richie, Shane West, Jaime Pressly and Paris Hilton gushed over the new Sidekick IIs and enjoyed a special performance by The Pussycat Dolls. DJ AM helped Nicole Richie and Mischa Barton warm the crowd as they danced on stage to the theme to “The O.C.,” while Paris Hilton couldn’t wait to upgrade to a glamorous Sidekick II Juicy Couture Edition. The jam-packed fete went late into the night as Danny Masterson took a turn as DJ and the cast from “Laguna Beach” looked on. Special customization bars added entertainment for guests to create even more of an identity with their Sidekick II with bedazzlements from NYC Peach and cell phone jewelry by Fly Fashions.

“T-Mobile understands that consumers want to differentiate themselves from the crowd,” said Mike Butler, CMO, T-Mobile USA. “One of the most popular ways to differentiate ourselves is through personalization and the partnership between T-Mobile Sidekick II and designers Juicy Couture and Mister Cartoon allows customers to take personalization one step further.”

Juicy Couture designed its signature T-Mobile Sidekick II keeping in line with the fun yet glamorous personality of the brand. The device is in Juicy crystal pink and boasts the easily recognizable icons decorating the trim of the screen. Custom-designed to reflect his style, Mister Cartoon crafted a sleek black ink-colored device featuring his signature tattoo design around the rich 2.6 inch screen.

“It was an easy decision to partner with T-Mobile since we are both obsessed with our Sidekick II and on it any chance we get,” said Pamela Skaist-Levy and Gela Taylor, founders, Juicy Couture, “so obsessed we are texting this quote on it now!”

The newly made-over devices will be available in T-Mobile retail stores in five select markets including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco and Miami as well as online for purchase at http://www.t-mobile.com/ starting on October 24th. In addition to the Tinseltown launch event, “Sidekick II City” will travel the country with special unveiling events in San Francisco, New York, Chicago and Miami.

“I am a gadget freak and my Sidekick II rolls everywhere with me,” said Mister Cartoon, who is world renowned for his art on everything urban, from lowriders, album covers and custom shoes to his specialty, tattoos. “I was happy to partner with T-Mobile to customize a Sidekick II to reflect my style and give young art collectors the opportunity to carry a piece of my work around with them.”

For more information please visit http://www.t-mobile.com/.

About T-Mobile USA, Inc
Based in Bellevue, Wash., T-Mobile USA, Inc. is a member of the T-Mobile International group, the mobile telecommunications subsidiary of Deutsche Telekom AG (NYSE:DT). T-Mobile USA’s GSM/GPRS voice and data networks in the United States (including roaming and other agreements) reach more than 260 million people. In addition, T-Mobile operates the largest carrier grade, commercial wireless broadband network in the United States, providing Wi-Fi at more than 6,000 public locations throughout the country, and makes available access at over 20,000 international roaming locations. Through its Get More(R) promise, T-Mobile provides customers with more minutes, more features and more service. For more information, visit the company Web site at http://www.t-mobile.com/. T-Mobile(R) and Get More(R) are federally registered trademarks of Deutsche Telekom AG and T-Mobile USA respectively.

About Juicy Couture
Founded in 1994 by Pamela Skaist-Levy and Gela Taylor, as premium designer, marketer and wholesaler of sexy, sophisticated basics for women, Juicy Couture is recognized around the world as a leading contemporary brand of casual lifestyle clothing. The flattering, slender fit of the products, the price points, the exclusive distribution and the loyal celebrity following have all played an important role in shaping the brand. In 2003, Juicy was acquired by Liz Claiborne Inc., creating a unique and exciting partnership. Later that year Juicy launched men’s and children’s apparel. In 2004, Juicy Couture Accessories and Juicy Beach Swimwear launched and Juicy opened its first retail store in Las Vegas. In 2005, both footwear and eyewear were launched with both watches and fragrance to follow in 2006. Also planned are the openings of stores in Dallas and Atlanta.

About Mister Cartoon
Born and raised in the harbor area of Los Angeles, Mister Cartoon began his design career as a celebrated graffiti artist in the 1980s. From there, he moved on to establish a singular reputation in hip-hop culture through the creation of tattoo art, magazines, album covers, backdrops for music videos and TV shows, and the trunks of low-riders. His artistic style and fine line tattooing originated on the streets of Southern California in the 1970s. Mister Cartoon’s work has decorated projects for Eminem, Nike, Rock Star Games, Scion, Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, 50 Cent, Missy Elliott, Kanye West, Shady Records, Joker Brand Clothing and many others. His mission is to outreach to today’s youth and give them positive inspiration through art. His biography is the focus of a feature film slated for 2007 release, directed by his business partner and best friend Estevan Oriol and produced by Brian Grazer. Mister Cartoon and Estevan Oriol run a specialty lifestyle marketing agency called SA Studios.

Mister Cartoon has exhibited in LA, NY, Tokyo and London. For more information, visit http://www.mistercartoon.com/, http://www.inkthemovie.com/ or http://www.jokerbrand.com/.

Launch Features Demonstration of Streaming TV, Video Conferencing, Enterprise Web Collaboration Tools, Streaming Music, Online Gaming and Very High Speed Internet

T-Mobile launched commercial services of “Internet 4G” today, a super fast, next-generation wireless service that will allow subscribers to access the Internet, watch streaming video, download music, and transfer large files at broadband speeds with unprecedented ease. Powered by UMTS TD-CDMA technology from IPWireless, T-Mobile’s Internet 4G service is fast enough to allow subscribers to replace their fixed line services, but is also mobile, allowing them to enjoy rich multimedia experiences wherever they are in the service area.

During the launch events for the new service over the coming week, T-Mobile will show the capabilities of Internet 4G to highlight the enhanced wireless experience that customers will enjoy. Video of the country’s top- rated television show will be streamed smoothly for a broadcast-like viewing experience. Music will be downloaded from T-Music, T-Mobile’s online music service. Enterprise collaboration tools that allow coworkers to hold videoconferences, share presentations, and hold online whiteboard sessions wherever they are will be demonstrated. T-Mobile will also demonstrate the “speed and latency difference” of Internet 4G over other wireless networks for web browsing, email, and online gaming.

“Internet 4G gives our subscribers full connectivity to work and play on the go, and provides a connection that’s fast enough to replace the home fixed connection,” said Roland Mahler, managing director, T-Mobile CZ. “With Internet 4G, we are confident that T-Mobile will strengthen its position as the No. 1 communications provider in the Czech Republic.”

Services are available initially in Prague, expanding to other area of the country rapidly. Service plans start at 699 koruna (US$29) + VAT 19% for unlimited use at 512 Kbps and 999 koruna (US$41) + VAT 19% for 1 Mbps (speeds are not guaranteed). Subscribers will be able to use either the very small external modem or a PCMCIA card for laptop use, both of which can be set up by the subscriber in minutes.

T-Mobile’s Internet 4G service is powered by UMTS TD-CDMA, the 3GPP standard broadband wireless technology designed for mobile operators. The T-Mobile network will utilize the 1900MHz spectrum that is specifically allocated for the technology and owned by GSM operators across Europe and parts of Asia. An ideal technology for mass market mobile broadband networks, the technology’s very high downlink and uplink performance, low latency, high average sector capacity, strong cell edge performance, low cost per megabit, and support for a high number of simultaneous users, allows mobile operators to offer a range of differentiated mobile broadband services to both enterprise and consumer markets, and to maximize revenue on their networks.

About T-Mobile
T-Mobile Czech Republic a.s. has been operating in the Czech market since 1996. Since its establishment, the Company has placed emphasis on the quality of services offered to the customers. Thanks to their trust and satisfaction, T-Mobile has become the biggest operator according to the number of active SIM cards. By 2Q 2005, 4.6 million people were using the mobile communications services provided by T-Mobile. The Company has also strengthened its position of No. 1 in the business segment.

T-Mobile operates a public mobile communications network on the GSM standard in the 900 and 1800 MHz bands and is a holder of a licence to operate a third-generation network, UMTS. T-Mobile has launched the service as the first operator in the Czech Republic on October 19, 2005 under the name Internet 4G.

T-Mobile is a member of the international telecommunications group T-Mobile International. Thanks to T-Mobile’s international presence, customers can count on the worldwide availability of their favourite services and take advantage of unified, favourable prices of calls when abroad.

More info: http://www.t-mobile.cz/ or http://www.t-mobile.net/ .

Natural materials, fusion of colors and patterns define the L’Amour Collection

Continuing to push the boundaries of mobile phone design, Nokia has introduced a collection of three trend-inspired mobile phones, the