Extended Systems Releases XTNDConnect Mobile Objects 1.2; Mobile Application Software Development Kit Adds Client Support for Microsoft's Embedded Visual Studio.Business Editors, Technology Writers BOISE, Idaho--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 8, 2002 Extended Systems, (Nasdaq:XTND XTND Extend XTND XML Transition Network Definition ) a leading provider of mobile data management and wireless connectivity solutions, announced today the release of XTNDConnect Mobile Objects version 1.2. The application software development kit, which offers a comprehensive set of tools to quickly and easily build mobile applications for the enterprise, now supports client application development utilizing Microsoft's Embedded Visual Studio. This opens up a substantial new market segment to Extended Systems and demonstrates the company's continued commitment to providing the tools that developers need to deliver mobile applications to the enterprise. Providing a framework to build mobile applications for both online and offline scenarios, XTNDConnect Mobile Objects allows developers to build (or even use existing) generic COM (1) (Computer Output Microfilm) Creating microfilm or microfiche from the computer. A COM machine receives print-image output from the computer either online or via tape or disk and creates a film image of each page. server objects in common languages such as Visual Basic, C++ or Delphi. Client applications can be developed utilizing AppForge, Metrowerks' CodeWarrior and now Microsoft's Embedded Visual Studio. These product capabilities enable developers who are building mobile applications to leverage their existing programming knowledge without having to learn a new API New API (also referred to as NAPI) is an interface to use interrupt mitigation techniques for networking devices in the Linux kernel. Such an approach is intended to reduce the overhead of packet receiving. -- drastically reducing overall development costs and speeding up delivery to the customer. "XTNDConnect Mobile Objects is smartly designed and very efficient," says Eric Olsson, director of custom software development at RioScan, a company that has developed a real-time, wireless order-taking system for vendors at large conventions. "I'm impressed with the way the product transparently handles the issues involved with building distributed applications, such as data marshalling and remote procedure calls. In addition, the level of customer service and support at Extended Systems has been exceptional." About XTNDConnect Mobile Objects Optimized for wireless networks, such as an 802.11b/WiFi, XTNDConnect Mobile Objects works with natively compiled client applications to provide superior speed and reliable off-line capabilities, while maintaining consistent support for cellular (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. , GSM, CDPD (Cellular Digital Packet Data) A low-speed, digital, wireless data network that is an enhancement to an existing analog cellular network. Based on IBM's CelluPlan II, CDPD provides a packet overlay onto the AMPS network and moves data at 19. ), IR LAN (Local Area Network) A communications network that serves users within a confined geographical area. The "clients" are the user's workstations typically running Windows, although Mac and Linux clients are also used. , and TCP/IP TCP/IP in full Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol Standard Internet communications protocols that allow digital computers to communicate over long distances. connections. To ensure the highest level of security for wireless and offline applications, Extended Systems used Certicom's Elliptical el·lip·tic or el·lip·ti·cal adj. 1. Of, relating to, or having the shape of an ellipse. 2. Containing or characterized by ellipsis. 3. a. Curve technology to develop and integrate its patent-pending Streamline Security(TM) system into XTNDConnect Mobile Objects. The system offers one-pass authentication, versus a typical handshake model, resulting in optimum speed and security. Additional product features include: -- Strong functionality for working with databases through the ability to transport recordsets between server objects and client applications. Developers get an "ADO" recordset style interface to work with data that is sent or received between the server and client. -- State or stateless connection models -- SOAP (Simple Object Access Protocol) access to server objects -- Support for PocketPC, Palm and Windows clients Pricing and Availability List price for XTNDConnect Mobile Objects is $395 per SDK (Software Developer's Kit) See developer's toolkit and Windows SDK. SDK - Software Developers Kit (or "Software Development Kit"). and $595 per server. For more information or a free evaluation unit, complete with technical support, call 800/235-7576, ext. 6064. Outside North America, visit http://www.extendedsystems.com/go/buy to contact one of Extended Systems' global offices. About Extended Systems Extended Systems is a global leader in providing mobile infrastructure software that extends enterprise applications to mobile and wireless environments. The company's products include data synchronization and management software, short-range wireless connectivity products (Bluetooth and IrDA-compliant), and client/server database management systems with remote access capabilities. Extended Systems' customers and key relationships include 3Com, Agilent, Compaq, Ericsson, Hewlett-Packard, 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) , Microsoft, Motorola, 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. , Palm, Sharp, and Toshiba. Founded in 1984, Extended Systems has offices and subsidiaries in the United States and worldwide. For more information, call 800/235-7576 or visit the company Web site at http://www.extendedsystems.com/ This press release contains forward-looking statements, including statements regarding the ability of XCMO to help developers bring mobile applications to the enterprise quicker and reduce overall development costs. These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties. These risks and uncertainties include the perceived and realized benefits of mobile devices, the acceptance of specific industry-wide standards and protocols, the timely development and acceptance of new products and technologies, the risks associated with development of new products and product enhancements, and other risks as detailed from time-to-time in Extended Systems' SEC filings, including its 2001 Annual Report 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. to be filed in fiscal 2002. |
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