2000
Strategic alliance paves the way for wireless way of life
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11 July 2000
AvantGo and UbiNetics to deliver real-time mobile Internet solutions
Mobile Internet company AvantGo, Inc. and UbiNetics™, a world leader in next generation wireless communications technology, today announced a strategic alliance in Europe to bring 'always connected, always on-line' access to consumers with wireless devices.
AvantGo delivers more than 400 optimised channels from content providers and e-businesses to mobile device users over the wireless network quickly, reliably and cost-effectively. Teaming its expertise with UbiNetics' GDC200 dual-band GSM PC card, which is designed for a type II PCMCIA slot on handheld devices, AvantGo users have the ability to browse the Web, access up-to-date news, information and services, and gain access to corporate intranet and extranets in real-time, on the move.
The GDC200 from UbiNetics provides proven and reliable voice and data communication over GSM networks with a dual-band capability, offering seamless roaming and maximum functionality. By virtue of its compact design, the GDC200 is the ideal solution for handheld devices where size is of the essence. The GDC200 supports a range of operating systems including Microsoft™ Windows™ CE and is designed to work with an array of handheld devices such as the Compaq iPAQ H3600 series
"Our mobile infrastructure software works in both online and offline modes, allowing mobile device users to surf the Web wirelessly on the move or download information and services to their device through synchronisation with their PC," said Phil Hibberd, Vice President of AvantGo Europe. "UbiNetics' wireless accessories provide an elegant solution for adding a wireless capability to PDAs, enabling our European- based consumers to take full advantage of both online and offline connectivity. This will be particularly valuable in applications designed for financial services where information is often time-critical and m-commerce where there is a need to spontaneously take advantage of a book or holiday offered to them via an AvantGo channel."
Colin Aitken, Sales and Marketing Director for UbiNetics, commented: "With so much interest shown in our GSM and GPRS wireless accessories, including our PC cards and handheld solutions, it is great to be able to back up our innovative products with AvantGo, a technology partner that delivers the software, content and services necessary to pave the way for a wireless lifestyle. We look forward to a mutually beneficial relationship with AvantGo."
For more information, please contact:
Liz Attenburrow
Companycare Communications
Tel: +44 118 939 5900
E-mail: liza@companycare.com
www.companycare.com
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About UbiNetics
Based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, UbiNetics Limited was founded in 1999 as a subsidiary of PA Consulting Group, as a next generation technology company developing innovative 3G and 2G wireless data communication solutions. UbiNetics employs over 200 staff at its Cambridge Technology Centre in the UK, working closely with an impressive list of blue-chip accounts, intent on delivering to its customers a range of advanced wireless data solutions. UbiNetics' specific market leadership includes the design and manufacture of 2G and 3G data modules, GSM PC cards, test and measurement equipment and reference designs.
UbiNetics products are used, among others, by cellular network infrastructure, handset terminal and PC/PDA manufacturers. Its technologies enable manufacturers to embed GSM connectivity into products serving a broad range of industries, including utilities, pharmaceuticals, automotive, chemicals, financial services, manufacturing and oil/gas.
About AvantGo, Inc.
AvantGo provides mobile infrastructure software and services that extend the Internet and corporate applications beyond the desktop to handheld devices and Internet-enabled phones. AvantGo's software and services bridge the gap between the Internet, wireless and mobile technologies. AvantGo Enterprise software products enable access to critical information and applications from mobile devices to accelerate information flow between companies and their mobile employees, customers, suppliers and business partners. The AvantGo Mobile Internet service enables content providers and e-businesses to extend their user reach, foster repeat use and increase consumer loyalty. The AMI service provides consumers with interactive and personalized Internet content and Web-based applications on mobile devices from over 400 content sources. For more information, please visit the company's Web site at www.avantgo.com or call +44 (0)20 8387 1275.
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