Telekom Malaysia Launches WAP Services Based On Motorola's Mobile Internet Exchange Platform.

Business Editors

MALAYSIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 6, 2000

Telekom Malaysia today launched advanced wireless internet services based on Motorola Mobile Internet Exchange(TM) (MIX) 130 platform solution. The introduction of the MIX technology means that Telekom Malaysia will be able to offer its cellular customers multiple wireless services using the Wireless Application Protocol (WAP), Mobile banking and e-commerce etc.

Telekom Malaysia operates two types of two cellular networks: a GSM 1800 digital network and an AMPS/DAMPS network. Both of the networks will utilize the WAP-enabled MIX platform, with help of Telekom Multimedia (TMM). TMM, a major division within Telekom Malaysia, which currently offers Internet and other, advanced multimedia, services to Malaysian consumers.

"This launch gives Telekom Malaysia the ability to provide advanced wireless internet services to our customers. With this partnership with Motorola Telekom Malaysia intends to be the premier supplier of information and other services to the wireless users," said Dr. Md Khir Abdul Rahman Chief Executive Telekom Malaysia.

The first phase of the wireless services introduction will begin with TMM's offering of many WAP-based information services (a wide variety of local and international content), personal information management (PIM) and e-mail services. The second phase is intended to include the addition of e-banking and e-shopping. The third phase will bring voice-based access to information and services using VoxML (running on the MIX platform).

"This is the start of an important partnership between Motorola and Telekom Malaysia and both will be working closely together to deliver advanced services to Telekom's customers in Malaysia and abroad." Said Steve Shanck Vice President & General Manager of South Asia Network Solutions Division.

About Mobile Internet Exchange Communications Platform

The MIX communications platform enables carriers, such as Telekom Malaysia, to offer Internet access as well as integrated data and enhanced voice capabilities that bring mobile consumers the information they desire over the device or user interface of their choice. A wireless Internet end-to-end solution, MIX is a feature server of Motorola's Aspira(TM) architecture. Comprised of servers, gateways, software applications and content, the MIX platform supports a host of software applications. It is an open, easily scalable, reliable communications platform for network operators, service providers and enterprises. Additional information is available at www.motorola.com/mix.

About WAP - Wireless Application Protocol

WAP is a technology designed to provide users of mobile terminals with rapid and efficient access to the Internet. WAP is a protocol optimized, not only for use on the narrow band radio channels used by second generation digital wireless systems, but also for the limited display capabilities and functionality of the display systems used by today's mobile terminals. WAP integrates telephony services with microbrowsing and enables easy-to-use interactive Internet access from the mobile handset. Typical WAP applications include over-the-air e-commerce transactions, on-line banking, information provisioning and messaging. WAP will enable operators to develop innovative services to provide differentiation in competitive market environments.

About Telekom Malaysia

Telekom Malaysia is spearheading the development of telecommunications in Malaysia, advancing rapidly towards a world class, new generation communications Company for the new Millennium.

Telekom Malaysia supplies effective and extensive networked distribution and its services range from fixed line and cellular telephony to internet delivered products; from urban broadband multimedia to radio in local loop for rural communities. Its role has evolved into that of an enabler delivering voice, broadcast, data and a host of affordable multimedia services to home and business users. For further information, visit www.telekom.com.my

With an operating revenue of RM7,833 million, Telekom Malaysia continued its policy of investing in upgrading and renewing its network. It now boasts more than 155,000 kilometers of fibre optic in the national long distance network and the national digital microwave network while rolling out services to the non-urban population.

Telekom Malaysia is the provider of services within the Multimedia Super Corridor (MSC), and the Corporate Information Superhighway (COINS) forms the telecommunications foundation of the MSC. The Company is now expanding the use of its own Internet based and broadband communications by developing many innovative new products including an e-commerce portfolio. Telekom Malaysia is energetically expanding its reach into new business areas such as Internet delivered services, recognizing that its new advanced technology based functions are beginning to reshape the way we work, relax, communicate and creatively grow our businesses.

About Telekom Multimedia

Telekom Multimedia (TMM) is a division of Telekom Malaysia Berhad (TMB) and was formed in November 1995 to harness emerging technologies related to the Internet and multimedia, using the parent company's vast and established telecommunications resources.

In July 1996, TMM was awarded with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) license. This was soon followed by the launching of what was to become Malaysia's leading dial-up gateway, Tmnet. To date Tmnet has more than 560,000 subscribers which was supported by 70 Point of Presence (PoP) nationwide.

TMM's workforce today numbers 242 employees and continues to provide a comprehensive range of end-to-end multimedia solutions...in the spirit of Malaysia's IT growth and the advent of projects line in the MSC.

About Motorola

Motorola, Inc. (NYSE:MOT) is a global leader in providing integrated communications solutions and embedded electronic solutions. Sales in 1999 were $33.1 billion. Additional information is available at www.motorola.com.

Motorola is a registered trademark, Mobile Internet Exchange, MIX, Aspira are trademarks of Motorola, Inc. All other names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective owners.