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To: Ibexx who wrote (84997)	10/27/2000 8:10:22 AM
From: Ibexx	Respond to of 152472

10/27/00 - NORTEL NETWORKS: Nortel Networks signs design transfer agreement with QUALCOMM for 1xEV high-speed data technology OCT 27, 2000, M2 Communications - BOSTON -- Continuing a long-standing working relationship in development and delivery of Wireless Internet capabilities, Nortel Networks* [NYSE/TSE:NT] has signed a design transfer agreement with QUALCOMM* [NASDAQ: QCOM] for 1xEV (1X Evolution) high-speed wireless data transmission technology. Nortel Networks plans to develop, manufacture and deploy 1xEV network solutions enabling CDMA wireless service providers to deliver Wireless Internet applications and services at speeds up to 150 times faster than typically available today. Under the agreement, Nortel Networks will have the capability to develop and commercialize 1xEV infrastructure equipment based on QUALCOMM High Data Rate (HDR) technology, designs and CDMA infrastructure ASICs (Application Specific Integrated Circuits). An extension to the cdma2000* 1XRTT third generation (3G) air interface standard, 1xEV is designed to enable wireless data transmission at speeds up to two megabits per second (mbps) in the same 1.25 MHz of bandwidth already used by today's cdmaOne* systems. This will give CDMA operators one of the most cost-effective, spectrally efficient solutions available for adding high-speed Wireless Internet capability. "This strengthens our leadership position in delivering the high-performance Internet through the combination of our wireless and optical capabilities," said Mark Tharby, vice president, Wireless Internet, Nortel Networks. "By making 1xEV available in a timely and cost-effective manner, Nortel Networks will enable operators to offer increased data throughput, enhanced system reliability and increased system robustness, all at a lower cost per megabit of data." "QUALCOMM is pleased to enter into this agreement to transfer our advanced 1xEV designs and to provide our infrastructure ASICs for incorporation into Nortel Networks products," said Jeff Jacobs, senior vice president, business development, QUALCOMM. "This further validates the importance of QUALCOMM's technology in expanding the CDMA wireless data market. Nortel Networks solutions will be important in facilitating new Wireless Internet applications." Nortel Networks 1xEV solutions will include technical contributions by Nortel Networks to improve data performance, maximize commonality with 1XRTT features, increase cost effectiveness, and accelerate time-to-market. This is expected to increase the value of existing CDMA infrastructure investments while decreasing future capital expenditures. "This is the next step in CDMA evolution, and we're helping to lead the charge," Tharby said. "We stood our ground in terms of support for a new Wireless Internet infrastructure until we could deliver a network that cost-effectively offers more speed to our customers." To ensure operators an efficient evolution from cdmaOne and 1XRTT, Nortel Networks has provided leadership in adoption of a number of enhancements to the 1xEV standard, including: * 1XRTT Reverse Link Re-Use, allowing the base station receiver structure to be re-used for smoother evolution from 1XRTT, reduced cost and faster time-to-market. * Dual ARQ, enabling a 60 percent reduction in re-transmission round-trip delay for increased network efficiency and a gain in overall data performance. * 1XRTT/1xEV Handoff, using a common Radio Link Protocol to achieve the most efficient handoff from 1XRTT to 1xEV. .... Ibexx