Azaire Networks and Dopod Demonstrate Dual Network Services; Demonstration Powered by Azaire's AdvancedTCA-based IP-CNP and Dopod 900 3G Mini Sub-Note.TAIPEI, Taiwan & SANTA CLARA Santa Clara, city, Cuba Santa Clara (sän`tä klä`rä), city (1994 est. pop. 217,000), capital of Villa Clara prov., central Cuba. , Calif. -- Azaire Networks Inc. and Dopod International Corp. Ltd. announced today that Chunghwa Mobile Business Group, part of Chunghwa Telecom Not to be confused with China Telecom. Chunghwa Telecom (Traditional Chinese: 中華電信; Hanyu Pinyin: , demonstrated dual network services using the Dopod 900 3G Mini Sub-Note with Azaire Network's PDA (Personal Digital Assistant) A handheld computer for managing contacts, appointments and tasks. It typically includes a name and address database, calendar, to-do list and note taker, which are the functions in a personal information manager (see PIM). Connection Manager and IP Converged Network The integration of the telephone system with IP-based data networks. See softswitch. (networking) converged network - A single network that can carry voice, video and data. Platform (IP-CNP). The event was hosted by the National Science and Technology Program Office (NTPO) and showcased Taiwan's progress in their 3G-WLAN "dual network" initiative to government officials, business leaders and the public. It showed how a subscriber using a dual network device such as the Dopod 900 will benefit from anytime, anywhere access to mobile data services across UMTS (Universal Mobile Telecommunications System) The GSM implementation of the 3G wireless phone system. Part of IMT-2000, UMTS provides service in the 2 GHz band and offers global roaming and personalized features. , GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) The first high-speed digital data service provided by cellular carriers that used the GSM technology. GPRS added a packet-switched channel to GSM, which uses dedicated, circuit-switched channels for voice conversations. and WiFi networks. "Our IP Converged Network Platform enables carriers like Chunghwa Mobile to provide subscribers with a seamless user experience over 3G-WiFi dual networks," said Bill Howe, President and Chief Executive Officer of Azaire Networks. "This demonstration, utilizing the Dopod 900 3G Mini Sub-Note, also known as HTC Universal, and Azaire's IP-CNP, brings to life the promise of Always Best Connected." "The Dopod 900 3G Mini Sub-Note utilizing Azaire Network's IP-CNP is a powerful combination of next generation technologies that is revolutionizing mobile communications. We are excited to take part in demonstrating how subscribers can soon access unified services across different wireless networks, specifically UMTS and WiFi throughout Taiwan," said Jack Tong, CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of Dopod International. Azaire Networks' 3GPP-compliant IP Converged Network Platform is the world's first convergence gateway on the AdvancedTCA(R) platform. It supports both legacy services of voice and data, as well as future IMS (1) See IP Multimedia Subsystem. (2) (Information Management System) An early IBM hierarchical DBMS for IBM mainframes. IMS was widely implemented throughout the 1970s under MVS and continues to be used under z/OS. services. Azaire's IP-CNP enables Chunghwa Telecom to cost effectively deliver seamless mobile broadband services to its subscribers everywhere. For example, a subscriber can roam between macrocellular 3G networks and WiFi zones, always receiving the best connected service without interruption. Manufactured by High Tech Computer (HTC HTC HTML (Hyper Text Markup Language) Component HTC High Tech Computer Corp (Taiwan, China) HTC Hennepin Technical College (Minnesota) HTC High-Throughput Computing ), the Dopod 900 is the world's smallest 3G notebook and is equipped with a Chinese/English keyboard and a Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 operating system for a user-friendly management interface. Featuring a 3.6 inch rotating screen, 65,000 colors, a 640 x 480 high resolution, and an automatic switching of vertical/horizontal display, consumers can conveniently edit documents, receive/send email or view photos. In addition, the Dopod 900 has dual camera functions, including a main 1.3 megapixels camera for unlimited video/voice recording and a secondary 0.3 megapixels camera for telecommunication applications. Simultaneously, the Dopod 900 also supports full phone functions, including GSM/GPRS(900/1800/1900) and WCDMA (Wideband CDMA) A 3G high-speed digital data service provided by cellular carriers that use the TDMA or GSM technology worldwide, including AT&T (formerly Cingular) and T-Mobile in the U.S. (UMTS) standards for high mobility lifestyles. About Azaire Networks Inc. Azaire Networks is the leading provider of hybrid network solutions with deployments in service in Europe, North America and Asia. In addition to Chunghwa Telecom, customers include T-Mobile, SingTel-Optus, Rogers Wireless, Mobilkom Austria, GoMobile and several others, with additional operators currently testing the IP-CNP. Azaire Networks' flagship IP-CNP product is the first 3GPP-compliant IWLAN IWLAN Interworking Wlan solution that enables operators to cost effectively extend 2.5G/3G network coverage. Azaire Networks' hybrid network approach enables business users and consumers to receive the broadband mobility and new services they desire on the best available network. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California Santa Clara, California (IPA: /ˌsæntəˈklærə/) , founded in 1777 and incorporated in 1852, is a city in Santa Clara County, in the U.S. state of California. with offices in Germany, India, and the Netherlands. It is funded by Rustic Canyon Partners, Woodside Fund, Convergence Partners and other investors. For more information, please visit www.azairenet.com. About Dopod International Dopod International Corp. Ltd. was founded in 2004 and has established a leading position in the PDA mobile phone industry in less than a year. PC Week, Taiwan's authoritative computer magazine, has hailed Dopod's Smart phones and PDA phones over major rival products. Dopod's astounding a·stound tr.v. a·stound·ed, a·stound·ing, a·stounds To astonish and bewilder. See Synonyms at surprise. [From Middle English astoned, past participle of astonen, success is due not to sheer luck or coincidence, but because of its superior functionality and design. Though it is a fresh, new player in the region, Dopod has gained the support of High Tech Computer (HTC) as its strategic partner. HTC is not only the manufacturer behind renowned global brand names, it is also the world's largest PDA manufacturer and ranked as the top manufacturer by "100 Taiwan Technology." By utilizing the flexibility and power of Microsoft's Windows Mobile platform, Dopod's handsets deliver maximum value to consumers by utilizing and leveraging on the strength and technical expertise of both Microsoft and HTC, the leading technology companies in their respective fields. All of Dopod's products and services are designed and made to enable users to "Enjoy Mobility." By integrating top-notch mobile communication with information system technologies, Dopod aims to cater to the modern, connected-everywhere lifestyle with convenient and instant access to information all kinds of information that modern day users demand. Dopod embodies a brand new lifestyle experience for its users, combining outstanding product design and quality. |
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