The Leading Portable, Plug-and-Play, Broadband Wireless Solution for
1.9-2.7 GHz Bands Now Offers Proven Business Model and Subscriber Appeal to
Operators with 3.4 GHz Spectrum
SAN BRUNO, Calif., March 9 /PRNewswire/ -- IPWireless announced today that
it has started commercial shipment of a next-generation wireless broadband
solution optimized for the 3.4 to 3.6 GHz bands. The 3.4 GHz solution allows
operators to deploy ubiquitous, plug-and-play wireless broadband networks that
compete directly with fixed broadband services like cable and DSL in
performance and price, but with added simplicity and the convenience of full
portability or full mobility where licenses allow it. After successful trials
in the 3.4 GHz band over the last three months, IPWireless is now shipping
equipment to operators launching commercial wireless broadband services.
IPWireless developed the 3.4 GHz solution by re-banding its robust, UMTS
TDD Mobile Broadband platform. IPWireless has been shipping commercial UMTS
TDD systems for nearly two years in the IMT-2000 1.9 GHz and 2.0 GHz bands, as
well as the 2.5 GHz MMDS band. Operators with networks deployed in Australia,
Germany, Malaysia, New Zealand, Portugal, South Africa, and the United States
have proven that they can profitably offer broadband services that are as fast
or faster than DSL and cable services, at prices that either meet or beat the
fixed line technologies, while offering the differentiating factors of
mobility or portability and a very simple plug-and-play installation.
The IPWireless 3.4 GHz platform includes easy-to-deploy high capacity base
stations and other network infrastructure, as well as an affordable,
plug-and-play, pocket-sized wireless desktop modem. The solution leverages a
number of new options such as transmit diversity to maximize non-line-of-sight
coverage and lower initial capital expense for operators, offering a similar
coverage to UMTS TDD products in the lower frequency bands. Because no truck
rolls or smart antennas are required, the solution is economically attractive
and offers an unmatched ease of deployment, even in areas with tough zoning.
As most operators in this band have more than 10 MHz of spectrum, they can
take full advantage of IPWireless high capacity configuration, with up to
80 Mbps of peak capacity on a fully loaded site. The system offers QOS
(Quality of Service), allowing operators to offer carrier grade VoIP, as well
as an advanced Tiers of Service mechanism, which allows service providers to
maximize revenue by offering packages targeted to different subscriber
segments.
The IPWireless Desktop Modem gives consumer and business users the speed
of broadband Internet access, combined with the freedom of portability. The
modem offers simple plug-and-play installation that allows subscribers to very
quickly set up their own broadband connection to laptops, desktops, or LANs,
with no externally mounted antenna required. The modem is powered by the
IPWireless UMTS TDD ASIC, which enables the modem's exceptional performance
and low power requirements at a low cost. The modem connects with any computer
equipped with a Universal Serial Bus (USB) or Ethernet interface. Powered by
an AC adaptor, the compact design of the modem allows for easy transport for
portable use by consumer and business users.
"Based on shipments globally of non-line-of-site plug-and-play systems and
commercial deployments to-date, UMTS TDD has emerged as the leading standard
for next-generation wireless broadband. We believe that a UMTS TDD solution
introduces a new era for 3.4 GHz spectrum holders globally," said Chris
Gilbert, chief executive officer, IPWireless. "Powerful business models that
previously have only been available in lower frequencies are now possible in
this historically underutilized band. Operators can now offer the types of
user personal broadband services that consumers around the world have proven
they want."
About IPWireless
IPWireless offers advanced standards-based broadband wireless technology
that will drastically improve the way people around the world connect and
communicate at home, at the office, or on the road. With a full range of
commercial network solutions and devices, IPWireless allows operators to offer
a spectrum of fixed, portable, or completely mobile wireless services with
unmatched economics and broadband performance. IPWireless has quickly
established itself as a leader in the market, with commercial deployments in
service for more than a year, trials with top global wireless operators, and
strategic partnerships and relationships with industry leading companies.
IPWireless is a founding member of the Global UMTS TDD Alliance. For more
information, visit the company's Web site at http://www.ipwireless.com.
NOTE: IPWireless, the IPWireless logo, and IPW are trademarks of
IPWireless, Inc. All other brands, products, or service names are or may be
trademarks or service marks of their respective owners.
SOURCE IPWireless, Inc.
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Related links:
http://www.ipwireless.com
CONTACT:
Madelyn Smith of IPWireless, +1-703-243-9668,
or mobile +1-310-962-9644, or msmith@ipwireless.com; or Elizabeth
Safran of Trainer Communications, +1-408-370-2535, or mobile
+1-408-623-1669, or elizabeth@trainercomm.com, for IPWireless
NOTE TO EDITORS: High-resolution images of the new 3.4 GHz modem
are available from the contacts.
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