Extended Systems Licenses Bluetooth Wireless Technology to HP.Business/High Tech Editors BOISE, Idaho--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 9, 2000 Extended Systems (Nasdaq:XTND XTND Extend XTND XML Transition Network Definition ), a leading provider of mobile data management and wireless connectivity solutions, today announced that its Bluetooth and IrDA software development kits (SDKs) have been licensed to Hewlett-Packard Company. Extended Systems provided HP with Bluetooth SDKs for implementing Bluetooth RF protocols in products under evaluation. Another kit was distributed for implementation of IrDA infrared protocols. Bluetooth technology is a global specification for small form factor, low-cost, wireless communication and networking between PCs, mobile phones, peripheral and portable devices. Bluetooth uses an omni-directional radio signal to connect multiple devices up to 10 meters apart. Bluetooth wireless technology is expected to transform personal connectivity by freeing users from wired connections. XTNDAccess(TM) Blue SDK (Software Developer's Kit) See developer's toolkit and Windows SDK. SDK - Software Developers Kit (or "Software Development Kit"). and XTNDAccess IrDA SDK are embedded protocol stacks that work independent of a processor or operating system operating system (OS) Software that controls the operation of a computer, directs the input and output of data, keeps track of files, and controls the processing of computer programs. (OS), so licensee development teams are free to choose whichever OS or hardware provider best meets their needs. Because Extended Systems' kit features a multi-transport OBEX module, licensees can develop products that support wired and/or wireless transports -- including Bluetooth, IrDA infrared and serial -- within the same device. The SDKs manage the sending and receiving of data, according to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. current Bluetooth and IrDA Infrared specifications. Extended Systems' SDKs ship with sample drivers, mini-OS's, sample applications, and complete documentation. Key components of the SDK include Object Exchange (OBEX) and Infrared for Mobile Communications (IrMC), which are modules designed to manage wireless file exchange and data synchronization Keeping data in two or more computers up-to-date so that each repository contains the identical information. Data in handheld devices and laptops often require synchronization with the data in a desktop machine or server. between mobile devices. Extended Systems authored the original specification for OBEX in 1994 and later co-authored(1) the spec. for IrMC. Both protocols were adopted by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group The Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) is the body that oversees the development of Bluetooth standards and the licensing of the Bluetooth technologies and trademarks to manufacturers. (SIG) and the Infrared Data Association See IrDA. (standard, body) Infrared Data Association - (IrDA) A non-profit trade association providing standards to ensure the quality and interoperability of infrared (IR) hardware. (IrDA). "Extended Systems welcomes the opportunity to team with HP to bring Bluetooth and IrDA wireless solutions to the marketplace," said Extended Systems President and 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. Steve Simpson The name Steve Simpson can refer to:
"Our work with Extended Systems, first with Infrared and now with Bluetooth, helps us explore and create different printing options for HP products," said Doug Brown Doug Brown may refer to one of the following people:
This agreement is the latest in a series of contracts between the two companies that focus on implementing short-range wireless connectivity. Earlier technology transfers included employing infrared technology in the HP CapShare 910 hand-held scanner, selected inkjet printers and digital cameras. Extended Systems also has collaborated with HP on implementing IrDA in variable-speed infrared transceivers. About Bluetooth The Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG), comprised of leaders in the telecommunications, computing, and network industries, is driving development of the technology and bringing it to market. The Bluetooth SIG includes promoter companies: 3Com, Ericsson, IBM (International Business Machines Corporation, Armonk, NY, www.ibm.com) The world's largest computer company. IBM's product lines include the S/390 mainframes (zSeries), AS/400 midrange business systems (iSeries), RS/6000 workstations and servers (pSeries), Intel-based servers (xSeries) , Intel, Lucent, Microsoft, Motorola, Nokia, and Toshiba, and over 2000 adopter companies. Extended Systems was an early adopter in the SIG and was invited by Intel to participate in Bluetooth working groups to develop the specifications for synchronization, object exchange and file transfer user application profiles. Extended Systems and HP were recently selected as Associate members of the SIG, where both plan to help shape the next generation of Bluetooth technology. www.bluetooth.com. About Extended Systems Extended Systems provides mobile information management solutions that enable users to access, collect, synchronize, and print information on demand. The company's products include data synchronization and management software, wireless connectivity products (Bluetooth and IrDA-compliant), Linux-based Internet access See how to access the Internet. solutions, a line of network print servers and client/server database management systems with remote access capabilities. Founded in 1984, Extended Systems has offices and subsidiaries in the United States and worldwide. Extended Systems' customers and allies are global leaders in mobile communications and computing including 3Com Corporation, Ericsson Mobile Communications AB, Hewlett-Packard Company, IBM, Intel Corporation, Microsoft Corporation, Motorola, Inc., Sharp Corporation, NEC (NEC Corporation, Tokyo, www.nec.com, www.necus.com) An electronics conglomerate known in the U.S. for its monitors. In Japan, it had the lion's share of the PC market until the late 1990s (see PC 98). NEC was founded in Tokyo in 1899 as Nippon Electric Company, Ltd. Computers, Inc. and Toshiba Engineering Corporation. More information is available at www.extendedsystems.com. Extended Systems Inc.: Except for historical information contained herein, the matters set forth in this press release, including the results of Extended Systems' relationship with HP and the success and market acceptance of Extended Systems' Bluetooth technology, are forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties. These risks and uncertainties include the impact of competitive products and pricing, alternative technological advances, the timely and successful development and market acceptance of new products, upgrades to existing products and other risks as detailed from time to time in Extended Systems' SEC filings, including its Annual Reports on Form 10-K Form 10-K A report required by the SEC from exchange-listed companies that provides for annual disclosure of certain financial information. Form 10-K See 10-K. and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q Form 10-Q See 10-Q. . (1) Co-authors of IrMC v1.1: Dry Creek Software, Ericsson, Extended Systems, Motorola, Nokia Mobile Phones, Ltd., NTT DoCoMo, and Starfish. Extended Systems is a registered trademark of Extended Systems Inc. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by Telefonaktiebolaget LM Sweden. All other product, service and company names are trademarks, registered trademarks or service marks of their respective owners. |
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