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To: foundation who wrote (25381)	8/9/2002 9:34:37 AM
From: foundation	Respond to of 197208

Aliant Telecom Mobility to launch 1X high speed Wireless network this Fall THURSDAY AUGUST 8 12:00AM CANADA NEWSWIRE COPYRIGHT 2002 CANADA NEWSWIRE LTD. Aliant Telecom Mobility has announced today that it will launch their new CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access) 1XRTT wireless network in early November. Customers in the Greater Halifax Metro Area will be the first in Atlantic Canada to experience the benefits of this new generation technology, and throughout 2003, Aliant Telecom Mobility will introduce 1X service in other major centers across Atlantic Canada. 1XRTT is the next evolution of Aliant's CDMA voice and data network providing customers with the latest in technology as well as providing the benefits of Aliant's existing and expanding CDMA digital network. "As a result of this investment, when we launch in November, our mobile customers will have faster access to corporate data, e-mail, Intranets and each other," says Frank Fagan, President, Aliant Telecom Mobility. According to Fagan, sales force automation and mobile teleworking take on a whole new dimension. Advanced features, including customization, improved graphics and faster Internet connection speed will make wireless data services more convenient and more efficient to use. Bringing a new level of services and solutions, the 1X network supports advanced wireless voice and data communications and delivers Atlantic Canada's broadest suite of industry leading business and consumer applications. Also available will be new 1X-ready devices, including phones that can access data faster, and wireless modems that have voice capabilities. Other important features of the 1X network are a two-fold increase in network voice capacity, advanced packet data services and extended battery life on client's phones. "The new 1X network and devices enable customers to personalize their wireless devices in new ways" says Fagan. "It also provides the foundation for an entirely new generation of mobile applications offering rich media and graphics that will rollout throughout 2003." Together these features bring a new level of appeal for wireless devices among customers seeking a personalized, feature-rich mobile experience. Next Generation Network At launch, Aliant Telecom Mobility's new 1X network will be capable of supporting wireless data speeds of up to 144 Kbps and will deliver cruising speeds up to 86 Kbps, as much as five times faster than previously available. This means that customers can now wirelessly download a page of text in three seconds or a digital colour photograph in just five seconds. An added benefit to the network is the 'instant-on' and 'always-on' capability of its packet-based platform. Customers can connect to the Internet in seconds, and remain constantly connected to their information, making "dialing-up" a thing of the past. Moreover, customers are charged based on the volume of data they send and receive - instead of the amount of time they are connected to the network. Together, these features mean that now, more than ever, mobile workers can access information from many applications in a manner comparable to the office environment. Next Generation Devices The next generation wireless devices combine voice and data functionality and advanced features, such as larger screens, more processing power and more memory. Aliant Telecom Mobility will be launching a series of exciting new handsets and personal digital assistants that will take full advantage of the new technology - in many cases combining voice, data and graphics capabilities in one exciting handheld unit, like never before. About Aliant Telecom Aliant Telecom is a subsidiary of Aliant Inc. Aliant is a recognized leader in communications and information technology. From its headquarters in eastern Canada, Aliant develops pacesetting telecommunications technologies and commercializes them for customers, and for export through partners worldwide. Aliant complements its telecommunications business with strengths in information technology and knowledge management. The company's 10,500 employees are committed to customer service and innovation. Aliant is a TSX 100 company with a market capitalization of approximately $ 4 billion. More information on Aliant may be found on our Web site at www.aliant.ca. wirelessweek.com

To: foundation who wrote (25381)	8/9/2002 9:48:31 AM
From: Ramsey Su	Respond to of 197208

biz.yahoo.com this is "next"?

To: foundation who wrote (25381)	8/9/2002 11:01:55 AM
From: queuecom	Read Replies (4) \| Respond to of 197208

Benjamin: There are so many recent reports that UMTS is dying (and may be dead)that QCOM's uptake in the GSM (3G) market should be explored by members of this thread. Many of the contributors have predicted the slow uptake and possibly the demise of UMTS. But, what is the reality of CDMA 2000 QUICKLY generating business with any GSM/GPRS operators?? It seems to me that GPRS will be a holding action for the next few years and thus put a cap on CDMA growth for the foreseeable future. CDMA needs a big capitulation and my guess would be China Mobile if anyone. But, they're moving ahead with GPRS at a faster rate than Unicom is moving with CDMA. Unless someone can shed some light on it I don't see how CDMA is going to escape this bind.