Wimax Industry News
Red Bend Software Enables Device Management of Fujitsu's WiMAX Chipsets
Tokyo, June 29, 2009 - Red Bend Software (Japan headquarters: Chiyoda-ku,
Tokyo; President: Kazuhiro Abe), the market leader in Mobile Software Management
(MSM), today announced that Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited (Headquarters:
Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; President: Haruki Okada) has licensed Red Bend's
standards-based device management (DM) software for Fujitsu Microelectronics'
WiMAX SoC and WiMAX chipsets. Fujitsu Microelectronics is a world leader in the
design and manufacturing of semiconductors for WiMAX devices, such as mobile
handsets, PC modems, mobile Internet devices and netbooks.
Under the agreement, Fujitsu Microelectronics has pre-integrated Red Bend's
device management software in its WiMAX SoC and chipset platform, allowing
Fujitsu Microelectronics' customers to quickly and efficiently implement
standards-based device management in their WiMAX-enabled products. Red Bend
provides the industry's leading independent DM client that is interoperable with
DM servers supporting standards from the Open Mobile Alliance (OMA), including
the WiMAX Management Object used by the WiMAX Forum and adopted by leading WiMAX
operators worldwide. Fujitsu Microelectronics is a founding member and board
member of the WiMAX Forum.
"This agreement with Fujitsu Microelectronics represents the first WiMAX deal
for Red Bend in Japan, and continues the rapid adoption of our device management
solution by WiMAX chipset vendors, device manufacturers and operators
worldwide," said Kazuhiro Abe, President of Red Bend Software Japan KK. "Fujitsu
Microelectronics selected Red Bend for its leadership in mobile software
management and built-in support for WiMAX, making it easier and more
cost-effective to integrate OMA DM functionality into any WiMAX-enabled device."
WiMAX service providers face myriad challenges in provisioning millions of new
subscribers as well as managing millions of devices that will operate on the
network, often temporarily. Red Bend's device management software has been
proven in tens of millions of mobile devices already in the market, and is
rapidly being adopted by WiMAX service providers, chipset makers and equipment
manufacturers in the United States, Japan and EMEA.
Red Bend's standards-based OMA DM solution is used to provision new subscribers,
configure applications and network settings, manage software and retrieve device
information over the air. It has been deployed across multiple platforms,
operating systems and memory types on mobile phones, wireless devices and
machine-to-machine (M2M) modules.
For more information about Red Bend's mobile software management solutions,
please visit:
English:
http://www.redbend.com/solutions/device-management.asp
Japanese:
http://www.redbend.com/japanese/solutions/device-management.asp
About Red Bend Software
Red Bend Software, the leader in Mobile Software Management (MSM), provides
software solutions for managing firmware, applications and devices over the air.
The company's award-winning MSM products enable device manufacturers, mobile
operators and software developers to increase revenues, reduce support costs and
achieve faster time to market by remotely managing their software assets on
mobile devices. Red Bend's software has been deployed in more than 520 million
mobile devices by eight of the top 10 handset manufacturers, including Kyocera,
LG Electronics, Motorola, Sharp, Sony Ericsson and ZTE, as well as dozens of
other leading companies in the mobile, M2M and WiMAX markets. Unlike device
management vendors with proprietary end-to-end systems and manufacturers'
internally developed solutions that are platform specific, Red Bend is the only
company offering independent client software that is interoperable with any
standards-based server and that works with any platform on any type of mobile
device. Founded in 1999, Red Bend is a privately held, venture capital-financed
company with offices in China, Israel, Japan, Korea, the U.K. and the U.S. To
learn how Red Bend is bending rules and breaking boundaries with mobile software
management, visit www.redbend.com.
Alvarion® Chosen by Aria to Deploy a Nationwide Mobile WiMAX Network in Italy
Alvarion provides Aria with 4Motion® Mobile WiMAX solution, including
professional services, for a 4G network targeting wireless broadband services
Tel-Aviv, Israel, and Todi, Italy, June 23, 2009 - Alvarion Ltd. (NASDAQ:
ALVR), the world's leading provider of WiMAX and wireless broadband solutions,
and Aria, the only telecom operator in Italy with a national WiMAX license,
today announced an agreement to deploy Mobile WiMAX network throughout Italy.
Under the agreement, Aria will build a network at the 3.5 GHz frequency to offer
broadband services to all 21 Italian regions using Alvarion's 4Motion Mobile
WiMAX solution incorporating the WiMAX Forum Certified BreezeMAX platform.
Given Italy's 58 million highly-dense population, WiMAX is the most economical
and high-performance technology to deliver 4G broadband to businesses and
residential subscribers in a wide geographic area. Alvarion's 4Motion is an
advanced and field-proven solution for delivering innovative WiMAX services for
a range of broadband applications in rural, suburban and urban environments.
"At Aria, we are committed to empowering businesses and consumers to realize the
impact of high bandwidth, quality data and voice services, and we have full
confidence in Alvarion's innovative WiMAX platform and services to ensure we
deliver on this promise," said Davidi Gilo, CEO of Aria. "Alvarion's 4Motion
solution will enable us to bring highly advanced broadband services throughout
the country."
Aria currently holds nationwide WiMAX licenses at the 3.5 GHz frequency bands in
Italy. By using Alvarion's Open WiMAX solution, Aria will be able to build a
state of the art network with exceptional coverage to meet the growing demand
for broadband services in the country.
"We are pleased to be selected for another large WiMAX project through our
partnership with Aria, one of Italy's leading telecommunications providers,"
said Tzvika Friedman, president and CEO, Alvarion Ltd. "This contract confirms
Alvarion's Mobile WiMAX solution as the most advanced solution in the market,
and our leading position as a long-term partner for WiMAX. Our cutting edge
technology, proven business model and tailored solutions will provide the
ultimate broadband services to the consumers and businesses in Italy."
WiMAX is the only 4G technology commercially available today that enables mass
broadband services. With a thriving ecosystem, WiMAX continues to evolve
globally through multiple differentiated mobile and broadband wireless
offerings.
About Aria S.P.A
Aria S.P.A., founded in 2005, became one of the most important Italian WISP
(Wireless Internet Service Provide) in only 2 years. In October 2007, thanks to
new partners entry and new company structure, Aria became more competitive. In
January 2008, Aria won the auction of the WiMax (Worldwide Interoperability for
Microwave Access) 3.5GHz radio frequencies in all Italian regions.
About Alvarion
Alvarion (NASDAQ: ALVR) is the largest WiMAX pure-player with the most extensive
WiMAX customer base and over 250 commercial deployments around the globe.
Committed to growing the WiMAX market, the company offers solutions for a wide
range of frequency bands supporting a variety of business cases. Through its
OPEN WiMAX strategy, superior IP and OFDMA know-how, and ability to deploy
end-to-end turnkey WiMAX projects, Alvarion is shaping the new wireless
broadband experience (www.alvarion.com).
The Open Patent Alliance Issues Call for WiMAX Patents
Patent Call is Critical Step to Create Fair and Transparent IPR Licensing
Structure
to Drive Global 4G Adoption
Via Licensing Corporation Selected as Patent Pool Administrator
SANTA CLARA, Calif., June 22, 2009 - The Open Patent Alliance (OPA), a
group dedicated to offering intellectual property rights (IPR) solutions that
support the development and widespread adoption of WiMAX, today announced a call
for patents, with the intention of creating a patent pool of essential WiMAX
patents. The OPA has selected Via Licensing Corporation to facilitate the
formation and administration of the pool on behalf of the OPA.
A WiMAX patent pool can enable companies of all sizes to access needed patent
licenses in a simple and cost-effective manner. Establishing this pool is an
important part of the OPA's plans to create a fair and transparent IPR licensing
structure with reasonable royalty rates. By lowering the "barriers to entry" for
companies wishing to develop innovative products & services, the patent pool
will accelerate the global adoption of WiMAX, simultaneously driving innovation,
fostering broader choice and lowering costs for WiMAX technology, devices and
applications.
"Today's patent call is a major milestone in our quest to create an innovative
and truly open WiMAX ecosystem," said OPA President Yung Hahn. "Through the
patent pool approach, not only will the OPA be able to drive down the costs of
adopting WiMAX, we will be able to create a more predictable cost structure that
can be accessed by infrastructure vendors, device manufacturers and application
developers worldwide."
WiMAX, a 4G IP-based wireless broadband technology based on the IEEE 802.16e
specification, provides low-cost, multi-megabit speeds and greater throughput
for the mobile Internet era of video-rich content and bandwidth-intensive
applications.
OPA members include Acer, Alcatel-Lucent, Alvarion, Cisco, Clearwire, Huawei
Technologies, Intel Corporation, and Samsung Electronics, as well as newly
announced associate members Beceem, GCT Semiconductor, Sequans, and UQ
Communications, underscoring broad 4G ecosystem support - from semiconductors to
consumer devices to service providers.
A WiMAX patent pool will help ensure product differentiation and
interoperability at a more predictable cost through a more competitive royalty
structure. This is critical to the long-term success and broad adoption of WiMAX,
enabling a wider array of devices from the smart phones, consumer electronics
and PC industries to more quickly integrate wireless broadband into their
products.
An independent third-party reviewer or "patent evaluator" will evaluate
submitted patents to determine whether or not they are essential. Any entity
that believes it has patents or pending patent applications that are essential
to WiMAX is invited to contact Via Licensing to receive information about how to
submit patents for essentiality review by the independent patent evaluator.
Parties interested in discussing the opportunity to participate in a WiMAX
patent licensing program can contact Via Licensing at
wimax@vialicensing.com. For complete
submission information, interested parties can also email
submissions@vialicensing.com.
Interested parties can also visit the OPA Web site at
www.openpatentalliance.com/patent-submission.
While the OPA will initially focus its efforts on the WiMAX standard, it may
work with other industry groups in the future.
About the Open Patent Alliance
Members of the WiMAX ecosystem formed the OPA in June 2008. Current OPA members
include Acer, Alcatel-Lucent, Alvarion, Cisco, Clearwire, Huawei Technologies,
Intel Corporation, and Samsung Electronics, as well as newly -announced
associate members Beceem, GCT Semiconductor, Sequans, and UQ Communications. The
diversity of member companies demonstrates broad support throughout the entire
4G ecosystem - from semiconductor makers, to consumer device manufacturers, to
network equipment companies, to service providers. The OPA's primary goal is to
foster a global ecosystem focused on broader choice, competitive equipment and
service costs for WiMAX technology, devices and applications. More information
can be found at
www.openpatentalliance.com
Green Packet is Strong in the MEA WiMAX Space
Aims for further traction at WiMAX Forum Regional MENA
June 22, 2009, Dubai - Green Packet Berhad (Greenpacket), a leading
developer of Next Generation Mobile Broadband and Networking Solutions, is
receiving enthusiastic response from operators in the Middle East and Africa
(MEA) region for its WiMAX products and solutions. Greenpacket has so far
entered into as many as 15 WiMAX CPE (Customer Premise Equipment) trialing with
operators from 12 countries in the region.
Greenpacket first established itself in the MEA region in 2007. Firmly committed
to developing the MEA market, the Company formed a joint-venture with Saudi
Economic Development Corporation (SEDCO) to set up Green Packet Networks W.L.L.,
operating out of Bahrain.
"This region accounts for approximately 23% of total WiMAX deployment globally
and we foresee continuous and long term growth in the WiMAX space of this
region," said Kelvin Lee, Senior General Manager of Greenpacket.
WiMAX is Greenpacket's strong suit and core business focus. The Company offers
end-to-end WiMAX products, solutions and consulting services; and undertakes
robust R&D around the technology.
"There is tremendous revenue generating opportunities for Operators to leverage
on WiMAX given its market and subscriber growth rate globally. WiMAX has proven
to be an attractive option for both greenfield and traditional operators in the
MEA region wanting to provide last-mile reach. WiMAX presents the very
attractive proposition of requiring low infrastructure investment, which is
particularly ideal for the low-density demography in this region," added Lee.
At the upcoming WiMAX Forum Regional MENA in Dubai, which will take place from
23 to 24 June 2009, Greenpacket plans on a strong showcase to further build up
its market traction. Throughout the two-day event, the showcase featuring the
Company's award-wining WiMAX CPEs and its intelligent Intouch Connection
Management Platform (ICMP) will demonstrate session persistence, as well as
uninterrupted connection and application usage as users move between WiMAX-WiFi
networks. Greenpacket's comprehensive range of WiMAX CPEs are field-tested on
successful large scale commercial deployments including one of the world's
largest by Packet One Networks (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd.
"We look forward to partnering with more operators to support successful
commercial deployments in the region. At the WiMAX Forum in Dubai, we hope to
deliver an experiential showcase to demonstrate the features and benefits of our
products and solutions, We are also keen on the opportunity to engage with
operators to investigate very specific and very individualised needs," said Lee.
To discover more about Green Packet's WiMAX devices and software, come visit us
at the Green Packet Stand #5 at WiMAX Forum Regional MENA, Movenpick Bur Hotel,
Dubai.
About Green Packet:
Green Packet Berhad was founded in the Silicon Valley and has offices in eight
markets worldwide. In 2000, Green Packet established its R&D and marketing
centre in strategically located Malaysia. Today, it is headquartered near Kuala
Lumpur and listed on the Main Board of the Malaysian Bourse with over 630
employees. A leading developer of Next Generation Mobile Broadband and
Networking Solutions, Green Packet's mission is to provide a seamless and
unified platform for the delivery of user-centric multimedia communications and
services regardless of the nature and availability of backbone infrastructures.
Green Packet has two key business pillars: Products & Solutions and Converged
Communications Services. For more information, visit:
www.greenpacket.com
Alvarion® and Open Range Sign a Multi-Year Contract for Equipment and Services Expected at Over $100 Million for 4G Network Across 17 States
Partnership to bring advanced broadband wireless services to 546
communities, representing largest RUS-funded WiMAX project to date
Mountain View, Calif., June 17, 2009 - Alvarion Ltd. (NASDAQ:ALVR), the
world's leading provider of WiMAX and wireless broadband solutions, today
announced it was selected by U.S. broadband wireless operator, Open Range
Communications Inc., for the nation's largest Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
funded deployment spanning 17 states, 546 rural communities, and reaching up to
6 million people. With this new broadband wireless network, Open Range will
begin offering state-of-the-art 4G services to un-served and underserved
customers across rural America in the fourth quarter of this year.
As part of this contract, expected to be more than US$100 million over a
five-year implementation, Alvarion will provide radio access equipment, customer
devices (CPE) and systems integration for Open Range's broadband wireless
network. In addition to selecting Alvarion for its market-leading WiMAX
platform, Open Range will rely on Alvarion's industry leadership and experience
for the end-to-end integration of the Open Range network solution, creating a
best-of-breed 4G network in rural America.
Open Range will offer Simply EasierSM wireless communications to subscribers
that will enable not only a hyper-connected Internet lifestyle, but also new
economic opportunities not possible before because of the lack of
infrastructure. Some of the unique attributes available through this "always on"
wireless broadband network include:
- Simple and instant service activation
- Voice and data capabilities
- WiFi for connectivity to existing PCs
- Highly secure network communication
"We are thrilled to collaborate with Open Range as they make history building 4G
broadband infrastructure in a large footprint to provide personalized broadband
services to consumers in un-served and underserved parts of the country," said
Tzvika Friedman, president and CEO of Alvarion. "Open Range's vision to connect
rural America will stimulate local development for many rural communities across
the US. Alvarion has a longstanding role enabling the delivery of broadband
services to consumers here in the US and abroad. With our full portfolio of
end-to-end, turnkey WiMAX solutions and extensive network deployment experience,
we are enabling operators around the globe to deliver affordable broadband
services to subscribers wherever they may reside."
The new Open Range 4G network, based on Alvarion's WiMAX Forum Certified™
802.16e BreezeMAX® solution, will be built with an all-IP architecture
leveraging the latest 4G technology. This solution will give millions of rural
Americans the ability to enjoy wireless broadband services across the
communities where they live and work.
"Open Range's unique business model focuses on delivering wireless high-speed
Internet and voice services to un-served and underserved communities," said Open
Range founder and CEO, Bill Beans Jr. "These communities require an innovative
partner with experience in delivering a wide array of simple, high quality, cost
effective, robust solutions that are scalable and sustainable. Alvarion's
passion and heritage in deploying wireless broadband globally with its expanded
advanced capabilities make them an ideal partner for Open Range."
Alvarion was the first WiMAX equipment supplier to receive USDA acceptance as
well as "Buy American" status from the USDA RUS for two of its BreezeMAX base
stations in July 2008. Both RUS and "Buy American" designations are required for
operators requesting federal funds from the Rural Broadband Access Loan program
for the purpose of purchasing and deploying broadband systems.
About Open Range Communications
Open Range is a broadband wireless provider using WiMAX technology to deliver
wireless broadband to un-served and underserved American communities. Open Range
plans to deliver portable and eventually mobile voice and Internet services to
customers within its robust WiMAX footprint. Within the next five years, Open
Range intends to serve 546 communities, making its services initially available
to approximately six million people. Open Range's wireless broadband network
solution will connect customers through licensed spectrum, enabling communities
to improve safety, economic growth, education, and quality of life and to remain
competitive in the age of constant communications. For more information, visit
www.openrangecomm.com.
About Alvarion
Alvarion (NASDAQ: ALVR) is the largest WiMAX pure-player with the most extensive
WiMAX customer base and over 250 commercial deployments around the globe.
Committed to growing the WiMAX market, the company offers solutions for a wide
range of frequency bands supporting a variety of business cases. Through its
OPEN WiMAX strategy, superior IP and OFDMA know-how, and ability to deploy
end-to-end turnkey WiMAX projects, Alvarion is shaping the new wireless
broadband experience (www.alvarion.com).
Clearwire Introduces CLEAR™ 4G Mobile Internet Service to Atlanta
- Atlanta Becomes Home to Largest Metropolitan Mobile WiMAX Network in the U.S.
- CLEAR™ Transforms Atlanta into the Fastest Unwired City in the South
- Clearwire Showcases Mobile WiMAX Capabilities and Devices During Consumer Launch Event Today at Atlantic Station
- Company continues progress on plans to bring CLEAR to 80 markets by end of 2010
ATLANTA - June 16, 2009 - Clearwire Communications, LLC, an operating
subsidiary of Clearwire Corporation, (NASDAQ: CLWR), today officially
transformed Atlanta into the fastest unwired city in the South. The city is now
home to the largest 4G WiMAX wireless broadband network in the United States
with CLEAR™ service available to nearly three million people across
approximately 1,200 square miles. With CLEAR, consumers and businesses can
access the Internet wirelessly, at true broadband speeds - at home, in the
office, and on the go.
"By delivering broadband connectivity to people, and not just places, we now
offer Atlantans the freedom to enjoy super-fast Internet access wherever they go
in our coverage area," said Marc Brachman, General Manager of Atlanta market for
Clearwire. "Whether it's a busy parent who wants full Internet connectivity in
the back of the family minivan, a small business owner looking to conduct online
video chats with customers from the field, a person looking to access
entertainment sites like Hulu without being tied to a fixed-location, or a
college student simply looking for one Internet service provider to meet their
needs at home and on-the-go, CLEAR delivers.
We're providing a valuable, new kind of Internet service designed to make our
customers' lives more enjoyable and more productive, wherever they happen to be
in our coverage area."
A CLEAR Difference
Unlike other wireless services, CLEAR delivers a mobile broadband Internet
experience on par with speeds typically experienced only on fixed residential
and commercial connections, like DSL. For example, some of today's 3G wireless
networks typically deliver download speeds of between 1.0 and 1.7 Mbps. CLEAR
customers, however, can expect to see download speeds of 4 to 6 Mbps with bursts
exceeding 15 Mbps, far surpassing even the peak theoretical speeds of 7.2 Mbps
in upcoming 3G upgrades. In Atlanta, the CLEAR network utilizes an area-wide
WiMAX radio system from Motorola.
CLEAR's simple and innovative pricing gives customers ultimate flexibility.
CLEAR's mobile and residential plans can be purchased by the day or by the
month, and do not require long-term service contracts. Home Internet service
plans start at $20 per month, while mobile Internet plans start at $40 per
month, or customers can purchase a convenient day pass for $10. Additional
savings are available for customers purchasing both home and mobile Internet
services or signing up for a two-year service agreement. Full details about
pricing options and business plans are available at
www.clear.com.
Simply Plug-In and Go
CLEAR offers several simple choices for broadband connectivity.
- USB modem: Mobile users simply plug-in CLEAR's compact, mobile WiMAX-enabled
USB modem into their laptop to get online. The USB modem, from Motorola, is
available for only $59.99 or leased for just $4.99 per month.
Customers can purchase the modem from a store or online.
- Residential modem & services: For residential service, CLEAR offers customers
a wireless high-speed modem, about the size of a small book.
Customers simply plug the modem into a power outlet anywhere in their home or
office and connect the modem to their PC or wireless router. This enables
consumers and businesses to install high-speed Internet service without the need
to schedule an appointment, drill holes in their walls, or otherwise disrupt
their day. The CLEAR residential modem, from Motorola, can be purchased for
$79.99 or leased for just $4.99 monthly. Residential customers can also add
in-home voice service with purchase of the CLEAR Voice Adapter for $15, and
receive unlimited local and long distance service for just $24.99 per month.
- CLEAR Spot: With the CLEAR Spot, any existing, off-the-shelf Wi-Fi device
(compatible with 802.11b/g) can connect to CLEAR's mobile WiMAX network. The
CLEAR Spot creates a personal Wi-Fi hotspot that travels with consumers anywhere
they happen to be within CLEAR's mobile WiMAX service area. This
$139 device is a portable, battery-powered router that seamlessly connects up to
eight standard Wi-Fi-enabled devices (computers, mobile phones, portable gaming,
consoles, cameras, etc.) to the Internet via a CLEAR USB modem to access CLEAR's
mobile WiMAX network.
- Intel Embedded WiMAX Laptops: Numerous CLEAR-compatible embedded WiMAX laptops
based on Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology are now available directly from
their manufacturers and through other channels. From Dell, these include the
Studio 17, Studio XPS 16, Latitude E4300, Latitude E6400, Latitude E6400 ATG,
Latitude E6500, Precision M2400, and Precision M4400.
From Fujitsu, this includes the LifeBook P8020. WiMAX-ready laptops from Lenovo
include the ThinkPad line: SL400, SL500, X200, X200s, X200 Tablet, X301, T400,
T500, W500, W700. From Samsung, this includes the X460 notebook as well as the
NC10, the first WiMAX-enabled netbook based on the Intel® Atom™ processor,
available in the U.S. From Toshiba, consumers can order the Portégé® R600-ST520W
and Satellite® U405-S2920.
- Coming Soon: Panasonic has announced plans to deliver this year a Toughbook®
computer with embedded WiMAX based on Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology,
and compatible with the CLEAR network. A dual-mode, 3G/4G, modem is coming this
summer, which will provide CLEAR customers access to Sprint's nationwide 3G
network, and consumers will also soon be able to order the Samsung Mondi™,
mobile WiMAX enabled handheld device.
Customers can purchase the service online at www.clear.com, or by visiting
numerous retail locations throughout metro Atlanta including: the CLEAR store at
55 Peachtree Street, Cumberland Mall, North Point Mall, or Lennox Square; any of
11 Best Buys or 29 RadioShack stores; or other authorized CLEAR dealers.
Atlanta Launch Event and Community Outreach
Clearwire will also host a consumer launch event at Atlantic Station today, June
16, from 9:30am-3:00pm in The District section of Atlantic Station, located in
midtown Atlanta. The event is an opportunity for the public to experience
CLEAR's advantages firsthand through a series of mobile WiMAX demonstrations. In
addition, attendees will be treated to some unique visual displays of the
service including on a CLEAR-branded hot air balloon, and a glass-enclosed
living room on wheels. Attendees will also have opportunities to win prizes,
including CLEAR product discounts and other merchandise. In addition, CLEAR and
Intel will announce plans to provide dozens of embedded WiMAX laptops based on
Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology, as well as netbooks based on Intel®
Atom™ processors, with CLEAR service to Atlanta Public Schools before the start
of the next school year.
"We look forward to today's launch event and making meaningful contributions to
the local community in the days and years ahead," continued, Brachman.
"We appreciate the support from Intel to make this donation of netbooks and
laptops possible, and know Atlanta Public Schools will benefit from this token
of mutual appreciation for the tireless service they provide to their students
and staff."
Additional Markets
As part of a multi-year network build-out plan, Clearwire's 4G network will be
available in major metropolitan areas across the United States. In addition to
Atlanta, mobile WiMAX is already available in Baltimore, Maryland, and Portland,
Oregon. Clearwire also plans to launch CLEAR in Las Vegas later this summer.
The company plans to bring CLEAR to 80 markets and up to 120 million people by
the end of 2010. Some of the additional markets planned to launch in 2009
include Chicago, Charlotte, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Honolulu, Philadelphia, and
Seattle. Some of the additional markets planned to launch in 2010 include New
York, Boston, Washington, D.C., Houston and the San Francisco Bay Area.
For more information about CLEAR, visit www.clear.com. Detailed company
information about Clearwire is available at
www.clearwire.com.
For press, product images and company logos can be downloaded from the
Clearwire's website at:
http://newsroom.clearwire.com/phoenix.zhtml?c=214419&p=imagegallery.
About Clearwire
Clearwire Communications, LLC, an operating subsidiary of Clearwire Corporation
(NASDAQ: CLWR), offers a robust suite of advanced high-speed Internet services
to consumers and businesses. As part of a multi-year network build-out plan,
Clearwire's 4G service, called CLEAR™, will be available in major metropolitan
areas across the U.S., and bring together an unprecedented combination of speed
and mobility. Clearwire's open all-IP network, combined with significant
spectrum holdings, provides unmatched network capacity to deliver next
generation broadband access. Strategic investors include Intel Capital, Comcast,
Sprint, Google, Time Warner Cable, and Bright House Networks. Clearwire
currently provides 4G service, utilizing WiMAX technology, in three markets and
provides pre-WiMAX communications services in 50 markets across the U.S. and
Europe.
Headquartered in Kirkland, Wash., additional information about Clearwire is
available at www.clearwire.com.
BridgeWave's Gigabit Wireless Links Enable High-Capacity WiMAX For Kulacom
Jordan and Bahrain Operations Rely on BridgeWave’s Solutions for Broadband
Wireless Backhaul
SANTA CLARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BridgeWave Communications, the
leading supplier of gigabit wireless solutions, today announced that Kulacom has
deployed BridgeWave’s high-capacity links in their WiMAX network. Kulacom's
Jordan and Bahrain operations both depend on BridgeWave’s AdaptRate 80 GHz
product, AR80X, for a reliable carrier-class backhaul solution to provide
high-capacity WiMAX connectivity to support Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP)
and data services.
Kulacom, established in 2006, provides voice and Internet services to emerging
markets. Kulacom Jordan secured a 3.6 GHz frequency license in January 2008,
positioning the communications operator at the forefront of wireless next
generation technology. Their services include point-to-point IP connectivity,
VoIP and data hosting. Recently, the Jordan operation expanded its services to
include WiMAX Internet, providing uninterrupted, fast and reliable connections
to Kulacom customers.
Kulacom needed reliable backhaul to support their growing WiMAX broadband
network. A wireless solution was selected because the deployment is much faster
than fiber trenching and would better accommodate the rapid deployment schedule
Kulacom had in mind.
Once they put in a bid for the 3.6 GHz frequency license, Kulacom was tasked
with delivering wireless Internet connectivity on schedule. Kulacom researched
the leading wireless vendors and whittled down the selection to 12 companies.
After rigorous testing, BridgeWave’s technology proved to be the leader in
reliability and performance.
Kulacom immediately began the deployment, which connected base stations to the
core network providing end-users with seamless Internet connectivity. They
purchased multiple AR80X links for the Jordan location and several AR80X links
for the Bahrain location. Installations at both sites went smoothly while
requiring minimal maintenance. Since the installation, Kulacom has relied on
BridgeWave’s AR80X product to ensure a strong, reliable high-capacity WiMAX
backbone.
Despite the harsh climactic conditions of the region including severe heat, high
winds and heavy rainfall, the AR80X wireless links continue to perform
flawlessly. BridgeWave’s 80 GHz link performance and AdaptRate mode switching
provide reliable network connectivity regardless of inclement weather. During
moments of violent downpour, transmissions switch from GigE to 100 Mb/s data
rates, maintaining a highly available link. The technology ensures Kulacom
customers receive reliable service and allows Kulacom to maintain their service
level agreements (SLAs) with each customer.
Since BridgeWave’s links operate in the uncluttered 80 GHz band, BridgeWave's
backhaul solution accommodates their present data and will support future
applications as Kulacom continues to expand their presence in additional
markets.
“When determining which technology to use for backhaul, we debated between
trenching fiber and using a wireless solution. Especially in emerging markets,
where the infrastructure is weak, we discovered that gigabit wireless was the
ideal solution,” said Ian Heath, group chief operating officer at Kulacom. “Not
only is BridgeWave's technology incredibly reliable, but it is very
cost-effective. BridgeWave’s products play a key role in our efforts to provide
WiMAX-based services to our customers.”
“Kulacom provides emerging markets with reliable, high-bandwidth WiMAX
connectivity,” said Paul Obsitnik, senior vice president of business development
at BridgeWave Communications. “BridgeWave’s technology is appealing to Service
Providers like Kulacom looking for reliable high-capacity backhaul links
supporting WiMAX and next generation networks. We are pleased to help bring
WiMAX to Jordan, and we look forward to Kulacom’s future success.”
About BridgeWave Communications
Founded in 1999, BridgeWave Communications is the leading supplier of outdoor
Gigabit wireless connectivity solutions. The company's exclusive AdaptRate™ and
AdaptPath™ technologies combined with its advanced Forward Error Correction
capability deliver the highest availability at the longest distances for
full-rate gigabit links. BridgeWave's point-to-point, wireless solutions are
widely deployed in mainstream enterprise and service provider network
applications and are poised to play a key role in the migration to 4G mobile
network backhaul. With the largest installed base of GigE radios worldwide,
BridgeWave delivers the highest levels of product quality and reliability. For
more information, visit www.bridgewave.com.
NetLogix Launches WiMAX Municipal Wireless Network for the City of Corona
Network to provide emergency communications for Municipal and Public
Safety use.
San Diego, CA - June 11, 2009 -- NetLogix, a global leader in wireless
telecommunications professional and managed services, announced the launch of
the recently completed WiMAX municipal wireless network for the City of Corona,
CA. This initial proof-of-concept multi-use network utilizes point-to-point,
point-to-multipoint, and wireless mesh technologies.
In an effort to link Corona's City Hall with Public Safety and other municipal
divisions, the WiMAX infrastructure provides real-time communications between
multiple backbone sites. The network delivers high speed, IP-based data
communications between City facilities and also provides mobile and portable
vehicular data communications.
"We've been evaluating a wireless solution for a variety of purposes for several
years," commented Steve Larson, IT Director for the City of Corona. "After
speaking with numerous vendors and learning about the various technologies we
decided that it was time to move forward with the implementation of a solution
that could assist a variety of our needs across various departments."
NetLogix Vice-President of Business Development Eric DaVersa added, "We were
pleased to have been selected by Corona, and are equally proud to have
successfully delivered a multi-use network capable of serving multiple city
agencies in a high-performance, secure and scalable network."
NetLogix's flexible network design allows for the potential expansion of both
the system and the services it offers. Corona's information technology
department is presently examining and evaluating network usage and performance,
and they will use the data to improve emergency planning and city
communications.
About NetLogix
NetLogix is a proven leader in wireless telecommunications professional and
managed services. NetLogix provides comprehensive municipal and public safety
networking solutions including video surveillance, gunshot detection, and other
critical applications. NetLogix's services portfolio encompass all layers of
networks including the design, deployment, and management of data center cores,
licensed microwave 3G/4G, WiMAX, and WiFi networks. For more information about
NetLogix please visit www.netlogix.com
Green Packet Sees Growth Opportunities In Global WiMAX Ecosystem
12 June, 2009, Kuala Lumpur - Green Packet, a leading developer of Next
Generation Mobile Broadband and Networking Solutions, is fast establishing
itself as a preferred provider for convergent technologies in the WiMAX space.
This is demonstrated through a strong traction gathered during the recent WiMAX
Forum Global Congress 09 held in Amsterdam.
The two-day event in Amsterdam has garnered the Company potential tie-ups and
business opportunities with 32 operators and prospective partners from 25
countries with a funnel value estimated at more than USD 30 million. Close to
50% of the operators interested to partner with Green Packet in strategic
collaborations or commercially were from Europe, signifying that the Company has
establish a credible reputation in that region as a strong provider of WiMAX-related
products and services that contributes to successful commercial deployment of
WiMAX networks.
"The enthusiasm received and traction generated during the forum affirmed that
there is strong demand for our WiMAX-related products and services," said Mr.
Kelvin Lee, Senior General Manager of Green Packet. "We are very glad to receive
such a response, considering the huge potential presented by Europe which
accounts for approximately 30% of the total WiMAX global deployment. We stand
ready to serve the large majority of operators in Europe operating in the 3.5GHz
frequency band with our range of high performance WiMAX CPE catered to that
frequency," adds Lee.
According to Lee, operators were particularly interested in Green Packet's WiMAX
modem and Intouch Connection Management Platform (ICMP) after witnessing a
successful live demonstration during the forum, which featured the modem and
ICMP working on Worldmax's commercial 3.5GHz network. The showcase demonstrated
session persistence as well as illustrated uninterrupted connection and
application usage as the user moves between a WiMAX-WiFi network.
Green Packet's ICMP is the industry's leading intelligent connection management
solution. Aside from its seamless mobility feature, it offers operators an
end-to-end solution designed to converge connection management, communication
services and entertainment within a single client. It is designed to simplify
and enrich the connectivity experience of users while giving operators the
opportunity to increase ARPU (Average Revenue per User).
Another key draw was Green Packet's award-winning WiMAX CPEs (Customer Premise
Equipments). On display were its indoor, outdoor and USB modems that cater for
the 3.5GHz as well as the 2.3GHz and 2.5GHz frequency bandwidth. Technology
Marketing Corporation (TMC) had recently awarded Green Packet with two WiMAX
Distinction Awards for its D-series (indoor desktop modem) and the U-series (USB
modem), validating the Company's commitment to innovation in the WiMAX space.
"Our products and solutions are designed from a commercial perspective, offering
a high degree of customization and value-added-services (VAS) to meet the
diverse needs of our customers. Hence, operators can enjoy shorter
time-to-market and customer loyalty which translates into improved ARPU," said
Lee.
At the forum, Green Packet announced its strategic partnership with Beceem
Communications, a leading provider of WiMAX semiconductors, to introduce a
portfolio of high-performance WiMAX USB modems in 2.3, 2.5, and 3.5GHz. This
collaboration will heighten Green Packet's capability to serve global demands
and is a testimony to its commitment to become a leading global player for the
provision of WiMAX products and services.
Green Packet will converge again with industry players at the WiMAX Forum®
Regional MENA from 23 to 24 June in Dubai. The Company has established a strong
footing in the Middle East and Africa region having set up an operational base
in Bahrain since 2007.
About Green Packet
Green Packet Berhad was founded in the Silicon Valley and has offices in eight
markets worldwide. In 2000, Green Packet established its R&D and marketing
centre in strategically located Malaysia. Today, it is headquartered near Kuala
Lumpur and listed on the Main Board of the Malaysian Bourse with over 630
employees. A leading developer of Next Generation Mobile Broadband and
Networking Solutions, Green Packet's mission is to provide a seamless and
unified platform for the delivery of user-centric multimedia communications and
services regardless of the nature and availability of backbone infrastructures.
Green Packet has two key business pillars: Products & Solutions and Converged
Communications Services. For more information, visit: www.GreenPacket.com
WiMAX Continues to Gain Worldwide Momentum
Nikkei Electronics Asia, June 2009 - WiMAX deployments cover more than
430 million point of presences (POP) worldwide, and are forecast to reach 800
million POPs by the end of 2010, according to WiMAX Forum's research. "WiMAX is
here now and is already generating revenues for customers," said Eric Starnes,
vice president of sales for Motorola's Home & Networks Mobility in Asia, at the
WiMAX Forum Congress Asia held in April in Singapore. "Today, WiMAX is being
widely adopted by both traditional ISPs to enter the wireless space, and new
entrants into the wireless market. LTE, on the other hand, has seen support from
large cellular operators since the 3GPP nature of the technology allows
operators to leverage on their investments in the back office, such as through
roaming agreements."
According to data from the WiMAX Forum, there were 468 WiMAX deployments in 139
countries as of March 2009. A year earlier, the number was almost half: only 260
deployments in 110 countries. The WiMAX Forum had certified a total of 82
products by the end of 2008, and expects to certify 180 new products in 2009.
In his presentation, "Strategies and Evolution on WiMAX CPE Development", Alex
Ke, senior manager of System Engineering Division at Accton Wireless Broadband
Corp, said: "WiMAX can deliver low-cost mobile wireless VoIP and mobile
broadband services to markets in emerging countries. This increasing demand for
mobile devices is fuelling the WiMAX market growth. WiMAX also provides
significant cost savings for operators/carriers, who can install fewer base
stations to compete against one another. This translates into market opportunity
for growing average revenue per user (ARPU) in future."
Motorola's Starnes noted: "WiMAX has evolved into a very successful business
model for operators in developing markets. We are seeing a lot of take-ups in
Southeast Asia in which WiMAX is capable of fulfilling the basic connectivity
requirements. We also have successes in developed markets such as the US."
Motorola provides WiMAX devices and infrastructure for the mobile Internet
service "Clear" launched earlier this year in Portland, the US.
Trial Services
Meanwhile, Malaysia will be the first country outside the US to have an
ecosystem that provides a converged mobile Internet service throughout the
country using YTL e-Solutions' Berhad (YTLE) WiMAX technology. Samsung
Electronics will be providing the WiMAX network solution including base
stations, end-to-end IP multimedia service solutions and a range of mobile
Internet devices. Under the supply contract, Samsung will also supply the WiMAX-enabled
handsets.
Samsung showcased its NC10 mini notebook with embedded WiMAX, which allows users
to access WiMAX without need for the cumbersome USB dongle. Also highlighted at
the Samsung booth was the U-RAS flexible base station, which has received
favorable responses from the market due to its separated design of the radio and
digital unit, making it most suitable for flexible mobile WiMAX network
deployment.
Huawei to Strengthen Effort
Having secured 41 commercial WiMAX 802.16e contracts worldwide, Huawei
Technologies claims that its new WiMAX solutions will enable operators to
maximize the usage of their existing network resources, and to operate WiMAX
network flexibly to achieve a 30% reduction in total cost of ownership (TCO).
Huawei has stepped up its efforts to strengthen the progress of the
interoperability tests with partners including chipset and terminal vendors. In
addition to its interoperability test (IOT) centers in Shenzhen, Hong Kong and
Beijing (newly opened), Huawei plans to open its next IOT lab
