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To: P2V who wrote (3595)	8/12/1999 10:08:00 AM
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"GPRS is an important step in the migration from today's GSM networks to 3G," says Karl Alsmar -- (( Subject: Mobile Next 10.99, received today )) **************************************************** MM -- Could it be that Qualcomm & Ericsson effort has yet to deliver on the promises of high speed (digital) data on the CDMA Radio Frequency interface -- and Ericsson, and others, have little choice to continue with their planned migration to 3G via this route ?? ******************************************************** New TDMA networks set for Argentina Argentina will gain two new nationwide wireless networks in 2000 when Argentinian operators Telecom and Telef¢nica, both currently with TDMA 800 MHz regional networks, are scheduled to complete TDMA 1900 MHz networks. Ericsson, which supplied equipment for the regional networks, has signed a US$400 million contract to supply equipment for the new networks. "With the next generation of mobile multimedia services, it's important for operators to have a future-proof technology platform and a supplier that offers a clear migration path to the next level of mobile services," says Bengt Bergvall, president of Ericsson's local company in Argentina. "With Ericsson's TDMA solutions, Telef¢nica and Telecom are building a strong foundation for future services, including wireless Internet, as well as robust, high-capacity networks for today's users," he continues. The new TDMA 1900 MHz networks give Telef¢nica and Telecom the ability to support more users and provide a platform for personalized services. They also will enable users to roam to other countries with TDMA and AMPS networks. New wireless Internet demo center opens in U.S. Ericsson opened its first wireless Internet demonstration center in the United States on July 20 at the company's U.S. headquarters in Richardson, Texas. The Wireless Applications Validation Environment Laboratory, or WAVElab as it is called, joins its counterparts in Sweden and the United Kingdom to increase the number of Ericsson's demo centers to three. Working in collaboration with network operators and application developers, WAVElab provides visitors with a look at wireless Internet possibilities in a mobile environment. Passengers riding in the center's demo van can participate in videoconferences with high-quality audio, surf the Web and listen to streaming music simultaneously, all while moving around Richardson's Telecom Corridor. All of this is made possible by using the TDMA-based Enhanced Data rate for Global Evolution (EDGE) solution, which allows high-bandwidth mobile wireless applications at combined data rates up to 384 kbps. "WAVElab is a strategic part of Ericsson's overall efforts to work with network operators and service providers to develop third-generation applications that appeal to end-users," says Bo Dimert, president and CEO of Ericsson Inc. "It is also an opportunity for individuals to experience the advanced communications tools and resources that will be available to them in a few years." Ericsson and T-Mobil test world's first GPRS packet data equipment Ericsson and German operator T-Mobil signed the world's first general packet radio services contract in January, and now the two companies have made the world's first GPRS deployment. Ericsson's GPRS system will enable T-Mobil to offer wireless Internet and other IP-based services at a speed comparable to today's wireline networks. Ericsson GPRS packet-switching equipment, installed in Bonn, is currently undergoing extensive testing, including interworking with equipment from other suppliers. T-Mobil plans to extend the scope of these first live trials and offer commercial services in 2000. The two companies also intend to jointly develop the market for non-voice applications, including deployment of the latest technologies, such as Bluetooth and Wireless Application Protocol (WAP). In the future, T-Mobil's subscribers will be able to use a mobile phone, personal digital assistant or notebook computer for accessing the Internet, sending and receiving emails, or doing e-commerce through the Mobile Media Mode. "GPRS is an important step in the migration from today's GSM networks to 3G," says Karl Alsmar, managing director at Ericsson GmbH. "This technology will considerably promote the penetration of new mobile datacom applications." Related link: T-Mobil Copyright and Editorial Information ¸ Copyright 1999 Ericsson Mobile Next is an Ericsson publication produced in cooperation with Appelberg Publications AB, Stockholm, Sweden. Change Settings Unsubscribe