Surfer Dude needs to go to this and report back (an excuse to golf). Wireless Knowledge to be there.
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WirelessDeveloper '99 will be held May 5-7, 1999 in Monterey, CA. The
> Wireless Data Forum spring meeting is the late afternoon of Monday, and
> all day Tuesday (May 3 - 4) in the same convention center. You can
> register for either event or both together.
>
> WirelessDeveloper is focused on bringing to together the application
> developers who create the wireless data solutions we all know are so badly
> needed in our industry. There will literally be hundreds of developers at
> the show and you will have the opportunity to see over 50 wireless
> application products. There's no other show like this one.
>
> You can register online at wirelessdeveloper.com or call
> 517-337-3995 today!
>
> Here is a list of what you'll see at the event!
>
>
> WAP Forum
> The Wireless Application Protocol (WAP) is the de-facto world standard for
> wireless information and telephony services on digital mobile phones and
> other wireless terminals. Handset manufacturers representing over 75% of
> the world market across all technologies have committed to shipping
> WAP-enabled devices. Carriers representing nearly 100 million subscribers
> worldwide have joined WAP. This commitment will provide 10's of millions
> of WAP browser -enabled products to consumers by the end of 2000. WAP
> allows carriers to strengthen their service offerings by providing
> subscribers with information they want and need while on the go. The WAP
> Forum has published a global wireless protocol specification based on
> existing Internet standards such as XML and IP for all wireless networks.
> WAP Forum membership is open to all industry participants.
>
> Cellemetry LLC
> What if your photocopier could call for service? The railroad crossing to
> say it's stuck? The gas meter to report usage? These and other
> applications are enabled by Cellemetry, a two-way telemetry network
> throughout the US and Canada. With sub-$100 radios, it's easy and
> affordable to create both fixed and mobile solutions. Come hear about the
> developer opportunities with Cellemetry and get your SDK right at the
> show!
>
> ORBCOMM
> ORBCOMM is a revolutionary new data communications tool that enables
> companies to track, monitor, and communicate with remote and mobile assets
> anytime, anywhere. Through the world's first commercial low-earth orbit
> satellite-based data communications systems, companies can manage their
> globally dispersed asset with the click of a button from your home office.
> ORBCOMM is creating the worlds first global standard for simple data
> solutions tithe extends the reach of enterprise and connects people
> anywhere. A whole world of applications opportunities is waiting when you
> team up with ORBCOMM. Learn more about our global application
> opportunities waiting for you with ORBCOMM.
>
> Nextel
> Nextel is the first nationwide wireless network designed around a
> completely integrated phone to meet the individual needs of mobile
> workers. The next generation of voice and data features in the phone and
> in the Nextel network will open up new opportunities for Developers to
> create innovative software that meets customer needs. Here is your chance
> to become a Nextel Developer before the service is commercially launched .
> If you join the Nextel Developer program at WirelessDeveloper'99, you will
> have the opportunity to meet the market demand with finished products in
> 1999. It is one of the most anticipated wireless developer program
> launches in history!
>
> Research in Motion
> Find out how developers can easily create new applications for the award
> winning RIM Inter@ctive(tm) Pager 950, the recently introduced
> BlackBerry(tm) mobile email solution and the RIM OEM radio modem product
> family. RIM wireless handheld products are small, wearable devices that
> feature an Intel386(tm) processor, QWERTY keyboard, 8 line display and
> full two-way data communications. RIM's products are supported by a
> Software Developer's Kit (SDK) to help you to create a broad range of
> powerful custom applications, such as wireless e-commerce, wireless
> Internet content delivery, field service dispatch, financial trading and
> much more. Learn more about RIM's developer program, meet developer
> support staff and obtain a copy of the SDK right at the show. Plus, if
> you drop by booth 329 or attend RIM's developer workshop you can qualify
> to win a RIM Inter@ctivePager 950 or BlackBerry Handheld.
>
> Aeris Communications
> Aeris Communications Inc. is headquartered in San Jose, Calif., provides
> wireless connectivity for a broad array of short packet signaling and
> messaging services using its proprietary MicroBurst utility. MicroBurst
> technology employs the control channel infrastructure of the cellular
> network as a transmission medium to achieve low cost of service and
> ubiquitous coverage. Aeris currently has contracts to deploy MicroBurst
> technology in nearly 90 percent of cellular service areas in the United
> States and 100 percent of Canada. Initial applications include vehicle
> position and condition reporting, security and equipment monitoring, and
> utility meter reading Attend the MicroBurst 30 minute developer workshop
> on Friday for more details.
>
> Nettech Systems Inc.
> Nettech is the leading middleware provider for developers of mobile
> applications. Their award-winning product family allows developers to
> quickly an easily add wireless connectivity to their application and
> provides reliable, efficient and cost-effective wireless communication.
> Learn more about Nettech products and their robust Developer Program at
> their 30 minute developer workshop on Friday.
>
> Mitsubishi Wireless Communications, Inc.
> Mitsubishi will show their MobileAccess-phone, a CDPD SmartPhone which
> uses the Unwired Planet HDML browser directly into the phone, and
> developers can author applications using the HDML/WAP language, which is
> similar to the web standard HTML
>
> Sierra Wireless
> Sierra Wireless is a leading producer of CDPD radios. Sierra has a
> successful business in selling wireless data solutions to public safety,
> utility, and several other markets. Most recently, Sierra Wireless
> launched the WirelessReady Alliance program, whose members include several
> carriers, hardware manufacturers, software developers as well as system
> integrators promoting wireless data applications to the market place.
>
> AT&T Wireless Services
> AT&T Wireless is a wholly owned subsidiary of AT&T Corp. (NYSE: T), is the
> leading provider of wireless communications services. The AT&T Wireless
> Services Data Developer Program provides developers the ability to add
> wireless connectivity to applications with relative ease. The program
> assists developers in creating applications for use with wireless IP
> (CDPD) service across the country , and aids the developer in bringing the
> applications to market quickly.
>
> Trimble Navigation
> The biggest name in GPS is also the biggest name in AVL (automatic vehicle
> location) products. Come see the CrossCheck AMPS unit which integrates an
> AMPS cellular phone, a GPS receiver and computing power onto one board.
> CrossCheck has intelligent reporting as storage, providing improved
> security, efficiency, and lower operation costs for fleet managers. Learn
> about developer opportunities with the FleetVision SDK, which incorporates
> CrossCheck and customizable host software with full mapping capability.
>
> SmartServe Online, Inc.
> SmartServ uses a unique device and technology independent solution to
> develop Internet-based applications for our industry-leading marketing
> alliances, including Alltel, Bell Atlantic Mobile, DTN, and Sprint.
> Information and transaction applications are tailored for wireless
> technologies. Real-time financial information and trading is provided
> over interactive pagers, Windows CE devices, and PCS handsets. SmartServ
> also builds Internet and wireless solutions for the Agricultural, Energy,
> financial and Weather industries.
>
> In the future, Internet Mails and eCommerce applications over SmartPhones
> and other wireless devices will help marketers target advertising to the
> vertical and mass markets. SmartServ is already developing solutions to
> port advertising logos and graphics to wireless device display screens.
>
> Omnipoint
> Here's your chance to create two-way data solutions using GSM in the
> United States or Europe or around the world Omnipoint is releasing its new
> GSM telemetry radio with SDK. Perfect for moving or stationary
> applications where you need the utmost in reliability and security from
> the digital PCS networks.
>
> SunWize
> So you've coded your telemetry application to read the amount of gas
> coming from the pipeline in the middle of nowhere and paste up to a great
> looking website. Only one problem...how do you get electricity out to that
> pipeline? The answer is solar power, and SunWize can deliver it! Start
> their SDK (Solar Development Kit!) which will get your prototype up and
> running quickly, then move to a custom solution to reduce your costs and
> increase reliability. Make the sun work for you!
>
> Wireless Link Corporation
> Offering OEM cellular voice & data radios(circuit-switched and control
> channel) in addition to turnkey cellular/GPS (global positioning
> satellite) asset tracking solutions, Wireless Link opens up a world of
> opportunities for software and hardware developers. All that is needed to
> bring these solutions to life are developers to create those applications,
> and the SDK is ready and waiting for you at the show!
>
> General Magic
> General Magic offers integrated voice and data applications making
> communication and access to information easy and convenient for people, no
> matter where they are. The Company's development efforts are founded on
> its
> patented agent technology, innovative user-interface and
> communication-centric
> designs to provide simple, yet effective ways for people to keep in touch
> with
> the information they need to be successful.
>
> General Magic will be showcasing their PorticoTM product at Wireless
> Developer'99, designed for today's mobile professional workforce, the
> service enables users to access, retrieve and act upon information using
> any telephone and a normal speaking voice. The only second generation
> virtual assistant available today, Portico integrates voice mail, email,
> address book and calendar as well as content available on the Internet,
> such as company news and stock quotes. Information may be accessed over
> any telephone using magicTalk?, General Magic's intelligent, natural
> language voice user interface, or through any leading Web browser.
>
> Telcordia Technologies
> Telcordia Technologies, a Science Applications International company, is a
> full service communications solutions provider. AirBoss TM Wireless
> Solutions are Telcordia Technologies's unique combination of software
> systems and wireless consulting services that facilitate the development
> and implementation of wireless data communications solutions.
> AirBoss Software Systems feature a flexible client/server architecture
> along with wireless applications that operate across the broadest range
> of networks and portable devices . AirBoss Software Systems includes
> middleware transport software for optimized data transmission, improved
> performance , increased security and greater reliability. Wireless
> Solutions Offering include the AirBoss Mobile Application Toolkit (for
> rapid deployment of mobile applications). AirMail (enhanced email),
> AirForce(wireless field access), AirBrowse (wireless Web Access), and the
> AirBoss/Microbrowser (for secure remote access to Handheld Device Markup
> Language content).
>
> Wireless Knowledge
> Wireless Knowledge LLC is a joint venture between Microsoft and Qualcomm.
> Our mission is to act as a catalyst for the wireless data market by
> enabling carriers to deliver on a new vision for the convergence of
> wireless access and information technology.
> Revolv is Wireless Knowledge's first mobile service. By connecting people
> to groupware productivity applications and the Internet, Revolv frees them
> to move at will, knowing that they will always have access to their
> e-mail, calendar, and other critical applications. And because Revolv
> delivers all this from one central data source, people can read, delete,
> and respond to their e-mail, update their calendar, and add new contacts
> only once, since every action they take is immediately and universally
> up-to-date on all their devices-even their desktop computer. As the first
> fully-integrated wireless access solution, Revolv represents a new
> paradigm in mobile connectivity and open systems design. In keeping with
> this philosophy, Revolv is protocol and device agnostic, meaning it works
> with the full spectrum of airlink protocols, and on a wide spectrum of
> wireless or mobile devices. The list of devices supported is extensive and
> growing:
> Windows CE-based devices, palm-size PCs, smartphones, Web access
> terminals, other browser enabled PDA's and notebook or desktop computers
> with wireless or wireline Internet access.
>
> Tellus Technologies
> Tellus Technology is featuring its Monarch 130C PC Card wireless data
> modem and the TPRM OEM modules for use on CDPD networks. The Monarch
> supports a range of applications such as sales force automation, improved
> field service, remote email and corporate network access. TPRM modules are
> used in both fixed-site and mobile applications such as Point of Sale
> (POS), utility meter telemetry, AVL, and remote security monitoring.
>
> Tellus combines leading edge Wireless IP networking and cellular RF
> expertise with unique signal processing algorithms, protocol and modem
> firmware, RF and system technologies to deliver affordable, high quality
> products. Tellus Technology began with a powerful vision of unfettered
> access to information through wireless communication. Today, we are a
> developer and provider of cellular packet data modems and dedicated
> terminal products to system integrators, value-added resellers, wireless
> distributors and service providers around the world.
>
> WirelessDeveloper Bookstore
> NEW THIS YEAR!! If you're looking for the most comprehensive collection of
> published material on wireless and portable engineering, look no further.
> This year's first-ever Wireless/Portable Engineering Resource Center will
> be a full-blown book-lover's dream. You will find stacks of texts, special
> offers on new books, proceedings from previous conferences, and more.
> Plus, you'll meet authors and you'll have the assistance of publishing
> experts who staff the store. If it's obscure, if it's new; you'll find the
> people to find the resource in the Engineering Resource Center." (Provided
> by APDG Publishing)
>
> WirelessDeveloper Resource Center
> NEW THIS YEAR!! Buy all of your SDKs, radios, modems, phones and all the
> rest right at the show this year! Brought to you in cooperation with
> MobileQuest, you will find all of the software/development tools you need
> to create wireless data applications right at the show. You can also learn
> how your products can be distributed by MobileQuest, adding national
> exposure for your applications. Carriers can create customized catalogs
> and eCommerce sites with MobileQuest as well!
>
>
> I hope to see you there!
>
> Konny |
