UTStarcom Introduces the F3000 - the Next Generation of Portable WiFi Handset

ALAMEDA, Calif., Sept 12, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- UTStarcom, Inc. (Nasdaq: UTSI), a global leader in IP-based, end-to-end networking solutions and services, today announced the global launch of its newest portable WiFi handset -- the F3000. The handset was launched regionally in Europe last week in conjunction with Mobiboo, the United Kingdom's first commercial VoIP WiFi network operator."The F3000 builds on the success of our award-winning F1000 handset, our first-generation WiFi phone launched last year and the low-cost market leader in WiFi handsets worldwide," said Hong Lu, president and chief executive officer of UTStarcom, Inc. "Much like the F1000, UTStarcom's F3000 is designed to enable consumers the ability to reap the benefits of VoIP service without being tethered to a fixed-line and at a consumer friendly price point."

With a sleek, clamshell design available in both black and gold, UTStarcom's F3000 WiFi handset bridges the gap between traditional WiFi phones and today's state-of-the-art cellular devices, offering consumers an alluring combination of form and functionality. Measuring 85 x 43 x 22mm and weighing approximately 90g, the F3000 features a full-color, 1.8" LCD screen, polyphonic ringtones, text messaging capability and talk-time of up to three hours and stand-by time of approximately 75 hours.

The phone supports a range of voice protocols, including SIP, SDP, RTP/RTCP and RFC 2833/inband DTMF, and utilizes ITU codecs G.711 and G.729. It operates at WiFi 802.11b/g 2.4GHz and supports WiFi security WEP64/128 and WPA. The F3000 also supports a variety of user interface languages, including English, French, Chinese and Spanish, and standard PSTN features, such as call waiting and three-way calling, are also available. It is easily configured, supporting auto-provisioning and remote software upgrades.

Additionally, UTStarcom's F3000 features an Auto-Search capability, enabling users to locate WiFi networks within range and store these profiles for later use. Moreover, the handset can be programmed with three separate SIP accounts, providing both service provider and access point flexibility for the end user.

Worldwide Availability

The handset is currently being deployed by customers worldwide and can be purchased directly from UTStarcom or through one of the company's regional distributors. For more information about UTStarcom's F3000, please visit http://www.utstar.com/Solutions/Handsets/WiFi/ .

About UTStarcom, Inc.

UTStarcom is a global leader in IP-based, end-to-end networking solutions and international service and support. The company sells its broadband, wireless, and handset solutions to operators in both emerging and established telecommunications markets around the world. UTStarcom enables its customers to rapidly deploy revenue-generating access services using their existing infrastructure, while providing a migration path to cost-efficient, end-to-end IP networks. Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Alameda, California, the company has research and design operations in the United States, Canada, China, Korea and India. UTStarcom is a FORTUNE 1000 company.

For more information about UTStarcom, visit the company's Web site at www.utstar.com .

Forward-Looking Statements

This release includes forward-looking statements, including the foregoing statements regarding the anticipated VoIP market outlook, the expectations regarding the benefits of affordable mobile VoIP service to the users of the F3000, the anticipated ability of the F3000 to bridge the gap between VoIP and cellular mobile devices, the anticipated functionality and features of the F3000, and the anticipated ability of the F3000 to provide increased access point flexibility for its users. These statements are forward-looking in nature and subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially. These risk factors include rapidly changing technology, the changing nature of global telecommunications markets, the termination of significant contracts and/or strategic relationships, the direction and results of future research and development efforts, evolving product and applications standards, reduction or delays in system deployments, product transitions, potential non-realization of backlog, changes in demand for and acceptance of the Company's products, general adverse economic conditions, and trends and uncertainties such as changes in government regulation and licensing requirements. The Company also refers readers to the risk factors identified in its latest Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Current Reports on Form 8-K, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

SOURCE UTStarcom, Inc.

Motorola and Nokia To Cooperate On Mobile TV Interoperability

Companies to engage in DVB-H enabled handset and network compatibility testing to accelerate time to market for broadcast mobile TV services

September 11, 2006 -- IBC, Amsterdam, the Netherlands - In an effort to encourage greater adoption of broadcast mobile TV services and accelerate service deployment, Motorola and Nokia today announced that they will work to achieve interoperability among their DVB-H (Digital Video Broadcast - Handheld) enabled mobile devices and network services. The handset manufacturers will work together to support solutions based on open DVB-IPDC standards available for operator partners interested in deploying multi-vendor mobile TV services and trials in 2006 and onward.According to Informa, the mobile TV market is poised to grow exponentially - by 2010, there are anticipated to be over 50 million DVB-H enabled mobile devices sold globally. The deployment of mobile TV services will offer new business opportunities for companies across the value chain - including content and broadcast companies, mobile service providers, infrastructure and handset manufacturers and technology providers -- and the availability of interoperable DVB-H enabled devices and services is a key factor in further opening up the market.

Among the many digital technologies available to deliver mobile TV services, Motorola and Nokia both view DVB-H as an effective technology for deploying broadcast mobile TV. DVB-H technology offers high service level quality, low battery consumption and offers the end-user the ability to simultaneously receive broadcasts while using other mobile services such as telephony and internet access on their device.

"Operators around the world are evaluating broadcast mobile TV as a compelling new service to offer their subscribers - and interoperability will play a key role in bringing these services to market faster," said Rob Bero, Director of Broadcast Technologies, Motorola. "As a vocal leader in open standards, including DVB-H, we're pleased to be working with Nokia to deliver interoperable handset and network solutions that will help enable operators to offer the ultimate mobile TV experience for consumers."

"Commercial mobile TV services are on the verge of launching in several markets across the world. In order for mobile TV to be a true success, we need interoperable mobile devices and systems which deliver the best experience for consumers and enable enjoyable, live broadcast TV when and where it suits them, redefining prime times and television program content. Nokia is happy to see that open DVB-H technology has and will have widespread support across the industry players, including Motorola and Nokia, in bringing mobile TV to market," says Harri Männistö, Director, Multimedia Experiences, Nokia.

In parallel to supporting mobile operators launching mobile TV services based on existing technologies in their networks, Motorola and Nokia are both active in ongoing standardization and technology development to optimize the broadcast mobile TV experience. The companies will work on interoperability efforts using the open DVB-IPDC standard while continuing to participate in industry-wide interoperability efforts within the related standardization bodies.

Notes to the editors
DVB-H technology enables the TV service you are familiar with at home to be broadcast to your mobile device. DVB-H provides a superior end-user experience in the mobile environment with excellent picture and reduced battery consumption. Up to 50 TV channels can be delivered with low cost, over one network. With extensive pilots of broadcast mobile TV currently taking place across the globe, involving leading broadcasters, mobile operators, broadcast network operators and handset manufacturers, the market for commercial broadcast services is expected to grow throughout 2006.

About Motorola
Motorola is known around the world for innovation and leadership in wireless and broadband communications. Inspired by our vision of Seamless Mobility, the people of Motorola are committed to helping you get and stay connected simply and seamlessly to the people, information, and entertainment that you want and need. We do this by designing and delivering "must have" products, "must do" experiences and powerful networks -- along with a full complement of support services. A Fortune 100 company with global presence and impact, Motorola had sales of US $35.3 billion in 2005. For more information about our company, our people and our innovations, please visit www.motorola.com

About Nokia
Nokia is a world leader in mobile communications, driving the growth and sustainability of the broader mobility industry. Nokia connects people to each other and the information that matters to them with easy-to-use and innovative products like mobile phones, devices and solutions for imaging, games, media and businesses. Nokia provides equipment, solutions and services for network operators and corporations. www.nokia.com

Source: Nokia

Nokia and China Mobile Sign EUR 580 Million Frame Agreement For GSM/GPRS Network Expansion In China

September 12, 2006 -- Helsinki, Finland - Nokia, a leading mobile telecommunications infrastructure supplier, and China Mobile Communications Corporation (China Mobile), the world's largest GSM operator, have today signed a frame agreement for the purchase of Nokia GSM/GPRS network system equipment. The agreement, valued at EUR 580 million for the full year and for which deliveries have already started, further strengthens Nokia's cooperation with China Mobile and reaffirms Nokia's leading position in GSM network and mobile softswitch system deployments in the Chinese market.Under the frame agreement, Nokia will supply China Mobile GSM/GPRS radio and core network equipment, including base stations and Nokia MSC Server mobile softswitch, for network expansions in China during 2006. In addition, Nokia will provide professional services, including network planning, implementation and care services for the network expansion. Deliveries have already started.

"The frame agreement reaffirms China Mobile's trust in Nokia and our capability to provide complete solutions. Nokia is well positioned and fully committed to support operators exploring the potential of GSM networks. We can help operators to prepare for future network evolution with the unique end-to-end capability of our unified core network, multi-access solutions, handset leadership and services offering," says James Lin, Vice President, Networks, Nokia China.

"We are extremely pleased with our cooperation with Nokia," says Sha Yuejia, Vice President of China Mobile.

Nokia's strategic cooperation with China Mobile started in 1994. Since then Nokia has provided GSM networks to over 20 of China Mobile's provincial affiliates. With Nokia's support, China Mobile has realized many industry firsts in China, including the first international GSM roaming network, the first GSM call, and the first multimedia service with a Nokia device supporting MMS.

Nokia leads the 3GPP compliant mobile softswitch market in China, and is a leading GSM network supplier in the Chinese market with over 20 provincial customers and 100 million mobile lines, of which 20 million are provided by mobile softswitching.

About China Mobile
China Mobile Communications Corporation ("China Mobile") fully holds the equity of China Mobile (HK) Group Limited, which is a major shareholder of China Mobile Limited. China Mobile Limited has subsidiaries in 31 provinces in China. Currently, in terms of its market value, China Mobile Limited is the largest among all the overseas listed Chinese companies and among all telecom carriers in Asia.

About Nokia
Nokia is a world leader in mobile communications, driving the growth and sustainability of the broader mobility industry. Nokia connects people to each other and the information that matters to them with easy-to-use and innovative products like mobile phones, devices and solutions for imaging, games, media and businesses. Nokia provides equipment, solutions and services for network operators and corporations.

Source: Nokia

Nokia and Warner Bros. Digital Distribution Announce Mobile Content Agreement

Games, videos and audio based on popular Warner Bros. Entertainment brands to be available for download via Nokia Content Discoverer

September 12, 2006 -- CTIA Wireless IT & Entertainment, Los Angeles, CA, US - Nokia and Warner Bros. Digital Distribution today announced an agreement for high-quality content based on popular Warner Bros. Entertainment brands to be made available for consumer downloads through the Nokia Content Discoverer client, embedded in millions of Nokia devices currently available in markets around the globe.The multi-country agreement will create a dedicated Warner Bros. mobile content "storefront" available to consumers through the device-resident Nokia Content Discoverer client, part of Nokia's complete mobile content ecosystem. Compatible with leading Nokia handsets based on S60 and Series 40, Nokia Content Discoverer is embedded as an on-device portal in more than 20 Nokia handset models, comprising millions of devices currently in the marketplace through leading mobile operators and retail outlets worldwide.

At service launch, mobile subscribers in select European and Asian countries will be able to explore the dedicated Warner Bros. Entertainment channel and discover images, tones, games and video clips. The consumer offer brings together premium and promotional content from some of the world's most revered entertainment brands, including Looney Tunes, Hanna-Barbera, DC Comics, Superman Returns, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, V for Vendetta, Dukes of Hazzard and Batman Begins.

"This agreement represents a key addition to our Nokia Content Discoverer program, providing Nokia customers with a convenient and familiar place to shop for the world's most popular entertainment content," said Brad Brockhaug, Director, Business Development and Channels, Forum Nokia, Nokia's global developer program. "Nokia Content Discoverer is part of a content ecosystem designed to improve access to mobile content downloads for millions of subscribers. These consumers now will be able to personalize their mobile devices with their favorite Warner Bros. content."

Nokia Content Discoverer facilitates easy access to downloadable content by mobile subscribers through a collection of shopping mall "stores" run by branded content providers, leading content aggregators and mobile service providers. Operators are able to build their own branded mobile shopping mall, with better positioning of content and the presence of the operator's brand on the device, generating higher adoption. Consumers' experience of content shopping is greatly enhanced through Nokia Content Discoverer's advanced on-device caching of content catalog metadata which allows free browsing of the content stores in the mobile mall, as well as automatic content updates, integrated preview/prelisten and proficient content installation capabilities.

"Nokia Content Discoverer offers a new channel for us to distribute Warner Bros mobile content. It also provides end consumers with more choice and ease of access in this increasingly sophisticated space," said Billy Wright, Vice President of Global Wireless, Warner Bros. Digital Distribution. "We are delighted to work with Nokia on this unprecedented launch and look forward to working together on further opportunities in the near future."

Nokia Content Discoverer is currently embedded in select S60 and Series 40 devices available in the global marketplace, including the Nseries multimedia devices (Nokia N70, N71, N72, N73, N80 and N93), Eseries devices for enterprise users (Nokia E50, E60, E61 and E70), Nokia 5500, and Nokia 3250 handsets currently available in mainland China and on Nokia 6131 devices in China and other Asia-Pacific markets. Nokia Content Discoverer is expected to be in the hands of over 20 million consumers worldwide by the end of 2006.

More information about Nokia Content Discoverer is available online at: www.nokia.com/NCD.

To download the Nokia Content Discoverer client to additional Nokia devices based on S60 Platform visit: www.nokia.com/catalogs.

About Forum Nokia
Nokia's global developer program, Forum Nokia connects developers to tools, technical information, support, and distribution channels they can use to build and market applications around the globe. From offices in the U.S., Europe, Japan, China, and Singapore, Forum Nokia provides technical and business development support to developers and operators to assist them in achieving their goal of successfully launching applications and services to consumers and enterprises. More information is available at www.forum.nokia.com.

About Nokia
Nokia is a world leader in mobile communications, driving the growth and sustainability of the broader mobility industry. Nokia connects people to each other and the information that matters to them with easy-to-use and innovative products like mobile phones, devices and solutions for imaging, games, media and businesses. Nokia provides equipment, solutions and services for network operators and corporations.

Source: Nokia

MetroPCS Brings the Convenience and Fun of QWERTY Text Messaging to its Customers with the Kyocera Strobe

Stylish, unique phone opens to reveal internal display and full keypad for fast and easy text messaging

DALLAS, TX and SAN DIEGO, CA - (September 11, 2006) - MetroPCS Communications, Inc., a wireless service provider that allows customers to "pay by the month, not by the minute," and Kyocera Wireless, a leading global manufacturer of CDMA wireless phones and devices, announced today the immediate availability of the Kyocera Strobe wireless handset for MetroPCS customers.

Kyocera Strobe

Strobe features a curved, stylish candy-bar design that opens lengthwise to reveal a second color display and full QWERTY keyboard inside, making it ideal for text messaging and email.*From the outside, Strobe's unique hourglass figure and loop antenna set it apart. A quick flip of a thumb reveals the QWERTY keypad and larger color screen for optimal viewing of games, photos and much more. This unique feature allows users to alternate between the open and closed modes as many times as they like during a session without disrupting the phone's basic functionality. Voice-heavy users will enjoy the untethered freedom of Bluetooth® wireless technology, while shutterbugs won't miss a shot using Strobe's VGA camera with flash, dedicated camera button and digital zoom.

"Messaging-focused phones have become all the rage, as texting continues to grow as a preferred means of quick communication," said Roger Linquist, CEO/President of MetroPCS. "Strobe comes in at both a smaller size and an attractive price point than other texting devices on the market, making it a perfect choice for our customers."

Strobe includes a WAP 2.0 browser*, built-in polyphonic ringtones, screen savers, and caller alerts. Convenience features include a contact directory and voice-activated dialing. Productivity tools include scheduler, calculator, alarm clock, stopwatch, tip calculator, countdown timer and voice memos. Strobe is also @metro-enabled to support downloading games, ringtones and much more to further personalize the handset.*

"Teens are much more open when texting and willing to be more outgoing with flirting or talking smack," said Tom Maguire, vice president of global marketing at Kyocera Wireless Corp. "Strobe's QWERTY keypad and unique look makes it the perfect phone for socializing, whether in writing, voice, or pictures."

The Kyocera Strobe measures 4.24 in x 2.05 in x .95 in (108 mm x 52 mm x 24 mm) and weighs 4.0 oz (115 grams). It has up to 3 hours of talk time, and up to 150 hours of standby time. A complete line of Genuine Accessories by Kyoceraâ„¢ is also available for Strobe, including Quick Straps that are perfect for tethering the phone to a backpack or belt loop.

Strobe is available now at all MetroPCS retail locations. More information about Strobe can be found at www.metropcs.com

About MetroPCS, Inc.:
Dallas-based MetroPCS Communications, Inc. is a provider of wireless communications services. Through its subsidiaries, privately owned MetroPCS, Inc. holds 25 PCS licenses in the greater Dallas, Detroit, Miami, Tampa, Atlanta, San Francisco and Sacramento metropolitan areas. MetroPCS and its subsidiaries offer customers flat rate plans with unlimited anytime local and long distance minutes with no contract. MetroPCS is among the first wireless operators to deploy an all-digital network based on third generation infrastructure and handsets. For more information, visit the MetroPCS web site at www.metropcs.com.

About Kyocera Wireless Corp.
Kyocera Wireless Corp. is a leading supplier of innovative, feature-rich CDMA wireless devices and accessories for customers worldwide. Kyocera Wireless maintains an operating belief in the genius of simplicity and strives to make the wireless experience as simple and intuitive as humanly possible. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kyocera International Inc., which acquired QUALCOMM Incorporated's CDMA consumer wireless phone business in February 2000. Based in San Diego, the company is ISO-14001 and ISO-9001 certified and has won city, state and federal awards for its environmentally friendly manufacturing and recycling practices. For more information, please visit www.kyocera-wireless.com.

Kyocera Corporation (NYSE: KYO), the parent and global headquarters of the Kyocera Group, was founded in 1959 as a producer of advanced ceramics. By combining these engineered materials with metals and plastics, and integrating them with other technologies, Kyocera has become a leading supplier of telecommunications equipment, semiconductor packages, electronic components, cameras, laser printers, copiers, solar energy systems and industrial ceramics. During the year ended March 31, 2006, Kyocera Corporation's consolidated net sales totaled approximately US$10 billion (JPÂ¥ 1,181,489 million) with net income of approximately US$596 million (JPÂ¥ 69,696 million).

* May be subject to additional charges

Source: Kyocera Wireless

Verizon Wireless Launches the New BlackBerry 8703e

Basking Ridge, N.J., Waterloo, ON and Los Angeles - Verizon Wireless and Research In Motion (RIM) (Nasdaq: RIMM; TSX: RIM) today introduced the new BlackBerry® 8703e operating on Verizon Wireless’ Evolution-Data Optimized (EV-DO) network. Available to Verizon Wireless customers beginning Sunday, September 17, the BlackBerry 8703e integrates advanced device hardware, software and network technologies in a powerful handset with a full 35-key QWERTY keyboard. The BlackBerry 8703e offers Verizon Wireless customers an exceptional user experience for “push� e-mail, Web browsing and other mobile data applications, together with premium mobile phone features including dedicated phone keys, smart dialing, conference calling, speed dialing, call forwarding, built-in speakerphone for conference calls and hands-free use and Bluetooth® support for use with headsets and car kits.

The large, bright, high-resolution LCD screen on the BlackBerry 8703e incorporates intelligent light sensing technology that automatically adjusts LCD and keyboard lighting levels to provide optimized viewing in indoor, outdoor and dark environments.

For corporate customers, BlackBerry Enterprise Server™ software tightly integrates with Microsoft® Exchange, IBM Lotus® Domino® and Novell GroupWise® and works with existing enterprise systems to enable secure, push-based, wireless access to e-mail and other corporate data. For individuals and smaller businesses, BlackBerry Internet Service™ allows users to access up to ten corporate and personal e-mail accounts (including Microsoft Exchange, IBM Lotus Domino and most popular ISP e-mail accounts) from a single device.

Verizon Wireless customers can use their BlackBerry 8703e handset as a modem and get BroadbandAccess on Verizon Wireless’ award-winning Evolution-Data Optimized (EV-DO) network. A simple cable connection from the BlackBerry 8703e to a laptop and a subscription to BroadbandAccess Connect gives customers the option of using Verizon Wireless’ wireless broadband service to download data.

BroadbandAccess Connect provides a cost-effective solution for customers who want the option of accessing the Internet from their laptop. Customers can use BroadbandAccess Connect to download large documents at speeds averaging 400 to 700 kbps on Verizon Wireless’ BroadbandAccess service, anywhere within the BroadbandAccess coverage area. For customers who travel outside a BroadbandAccess coverage area, the handset can seamlessly switch to Verizon Wireless’ 1xRTT NationalAccess network to remain connected.

The BlackBerry 8703e is available from Verizon Wireless for $349.99 with a new two-year customer agreement beginning on Sunday, September 17 online and through Verizon Wireless business sales channels on Monday, September 18. It will be available though Verizon Wireless Communications Stores in October. BroadbandAccess Connect is available to BlackBerry 8703e customers for $15 monthly access in conjunction with a qualifying voice plan and unlimited data plan; or $30 monthly access in conjunction with an unlimited data plan. For more information about the BlackBerry 8703e from Verizon Wireless, customers can contact a Verizon Wireless business sales representative directly at 1-800-VZW 4 BIZ or visit www.verizonwireless.com.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless owns and operates the nation’s most reliable wireless network, serving 54.8 million voice and data customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE: VZ) and Vodafone (NYSE and LSE: VOD). Find more information on the Web at www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

About Research In Motion (RIM)

Research In Motion is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of innovative wireless solutions for the worldwide mobile communications market. Through the development of integrated hardware, software and services that support multiple wireless network standards, RIM provides platforms and solutions for seamless access to time-sensitive information including email, phone, SMS messaging, Internet and intranet-based applications. RIM technology also enables a broad array of third party developers and manufacturers to enhance their products and services with wireless connectivity to data. RIM’s portfolio of award-winning products, services and embedded technologies are used by thousands of organizations around the world and include the BlackBerry® wireless platform, the RIM Wireless Handheld™ product line, software development tools, radio-modems and software/hardware licensing agreements. Founded in 1984 and based in Waterloo, Ontario, RIM operates offices in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. RIM is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market (Nasdaq: RIMM) and the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: RIM). For more information, visit www.rim.com or www.blackberry.com.

Source: RIM

T-Mobile USA and RIM Introduce the Ultra-Sleek Blackberry Pearl

The New BlackBerry Pearl Delivers the Full BlackBerry Experience and Powerful New Features in an Amazingly Small Phone

Bellevue, Wash. and Waterloo, ON – T-Mobile USA, Inc. and Research In Motion (RIM) (Nasdaq: RIMM: TSX: RIM) today announced the BlackBerry® Pearl™, an unbelievably small, smart and stylish BlackBerry phone that's as perfect for staying close to your friends and family as it is for a busy day at work.

BlackBerry Pearl

It is the ideal phone for the burgeoning consumer mobile email market, providing the sleekness and multimedia capabilities that consumers seek, while also staying true to the unique BlackBerry experience that people have come to love. Available in the United States exclusively from T-Mobile beginning Tuesday, September 12, the BlackBerry Pearl is the sleekest BlackBerry yet at a mere 4.2� x 1.97� x .57� and weighing just 3.1 ounces.The end-to-end BlackBerry wireless email solution continues to shine with support for both personal and corporate email accounts, allowing consumers to stay connected to family, friends and work at their convenience. Web browsing is fast and easy thanks to the BlackBerry Pearl’s powerful device platform and T-Mobile’s fast EDGE network.* Voice features and quality are first-rate and the BlackBerry Pearl incorporates a digital camera, multimedia capabilities and an expandable memory slot for the first time. And, of course, ease-of-use remains a top priority. With such smoothly integrated support for phone, email, and an array of other mobile features, the BlackBerry Pearl from T-Mobile is an ideal mobile companion for staying connected to friends, family and life.

“The revolutionary BlackBerry Pearl, available exclusively at T-Mobile, is the first phone that brings together, in a compelling way for consumers, effortless email with the power of a full-featured mobile phone,� said Mike Butler, Chief Marketing Officer, T-Mobile USA. “The BlackBerry Pearl is the ideal phone for bringing mobile email to the more than 150 million people across the country who use e-mail, almost every day, to stay connected to those who matter most.�

"We are extremely proud to introduce the BlackBerry Pearl in the United States together with T-Mobile,� said Mike Lazaridis, President and Co-CEO at RIM. “The BlackBerry Pearl is an engineering marvel wrapped in a smooth and stylish exterior. Whether you are talking, typing, reading, listening, or taking pictures, it feels and performs great. More and more mobile phone users are warming to the prospect of wireless email for both their personal and professional lives, and we believe this amazing little BlackBerry phone is just what many consumers have been waiting for.�

The new BlackBerry Pearl from T-Mobile USA includes:

* BlackBerry Internet Serviceâ„¢ - allows access to up to 10 personal and corporate email accounts, including most popular ISP email accounts
* Popular instant messaging clients: AOL®, Yahoo!® MSN® and ICQ®**
* 1.3 megapixel camera with 3 zoom levels (up to 5X) and built-in flash
* Multimedia player with stereo headset jack for MP3 and AAC music files, as well as MPEG4 and H.263 video formats
* High performance HTML browser for visiting your favorite web sites while on the go*
* A newly enhanced version of RIM’s popular SureType™ keyboard technology that makes typing email quick and easy
* An incredibly intuitive user interface with an easy-to-use trackball, dedicated 'menu' and 'escape' keys, and context-sensitive menus that make navigation feel instinctive and fast
* Intuitive call management features such as smart dialing, conference calling, speed dialing, and call forwarding
* First-rate phone features with Speaker Independent Voice Recognition (SIVR) for Voice Activated Dialing (VAD), dedicated 'send', 'end', and 'mute' keys, speakerphone, and Bluetooth® support for hands-free use with headsets, car kits and Bluetooth peripherals
* Quad-band GSM/GPRS and EDGE network support for international roaming***
* BlackBerry Maps – a new application which adds mapping and location based services to the BlackBerry Pearl. BlackBerry Maps works together with other BlackBerry applications enabling users to send maps via email and launch maps from other applications, including contacts in your address book
* Support for polyphonic, mp3 and MIDI ring tones **
* A large, ultra-bright 240x260 color display that brings images to life
* An innovative light-sensing technology that automatically optimizes the screen, trackball and keyboard lighting for indoor, outdoor and dark environments
* 64MB built-in flash memory, expandable via MicroSD expansion slot
* BlackBerry Enterprise Server™ support – integrates with Microsoft® Exchange, IBM Lotus® Domino® and Novell GroupWise® environments and features a new set of IT policy controls for IT departments to administer camera and expansion memory settings.
* The BlackBerry Pearl from T-Mobile USA is available beginning Tuesday, September 12 solely at T-Mobile retail stores, select authorized dealers, online at www.t-mobile.com, or by calling 1-800-T-MOBILE.

About T-Mobile USA, Inc.

Based in Bellevue, Wash., T-Mobile USA, Inc. is a member of the T-Mobile International group, the mobile telecommunications subsidiary of Deutsche Telekom AG (NYSE: DT). T-Mobile USA’s GSM/GPRS voice and data networks in the United States (including roaming and other agreements) reach more than 268 million people. In addition, T-Mobile operates the largest carrier-grade, commercial wireless broadband network in the United States, providing Wi-Fi access at more than 7,400 public locations throughout the country, with further Wi-Fi access being made available at over 27,000 international roaming locations. For more information, visit the company web site at www.t-mobile.com. T-Mobile® is a federally registered trademark of Deutsche Telekom AG.

About Research In Motion (RIM)

Research In Motion is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of innovative wireless solutions for the worldwide mobile communications market. Through the development of integrated hardware, software and services that support multiple wireless network standards, RIM provides platforms and solutions for seamless access to time-sensitive information including email, phone, SMS messaging, Internet and intranet-based applications. RIM technology also enables a broad array of third party developers and manufacturers to enhance their products and services with wireless connectivity to data. RIM’s portfolio of award-winning products, services and embedded technologies are used by thousands of organizations around the world and include the BlackBerry® wireless platform, the RIM Wireless Handheld™ product line, software development tools, radio-modems and software/hardware licensing agreements. Founded in 1984 and based in Waterloo, Ontario, RIM operates offices in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. RIM is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market (Nasdaq: RIMM) and the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: RIM). For more information, visit www.rim.com or www.blackberry.com.

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*** Check at www.t-mobile.com or a T-Mobile store for information on available international roaming services and international roaming charges.

Source: T-Mobile

CSR Launches Wireless VoIP Phone Based On UniFi, Single-Chip WiFi

CSRs UniVox enables domestic cordless connections to WiFi access points

Cambridge, UK – 11 September 2006 –CSR plc (LSE: CSR.L) today launched UniVox, a VoIP phone based on the company's UniFi single-chip WiFi technology. CSR has designed UniVox to enable manufacturers to produce wireless phones for residential use at the lowest cost, and lowest power with up to 20 hours talk time and 400 hours standby time from typical handset batteries, using latest generation access points.

UniVox

CSR is providing UniVox customers with schematics, layout and bill of materials (BOM) as well as royalty-free design software. To ensure the lowest cost, CSR has designed UniVox to be highly integrated, so the total cost of components listed in the BOM is under $20 with electronic bill of materials (eBOM) totalling less than $15. CSR is demonstrating and sampling UniVox today, and expects a full production-ready UniVox example design by the end of the year."Untethering VoIP calls from PCs is exactly what consumers want, and for wireless VoIP phones to succeed both power and pricing have got to fall", said J. Gerry Purdy, Frost & Sullivan's VP and Chief Mobile Wireless Analyst. "Only lower prices and long battery life will drive widespread adoption; CSR's UniVox handset reference design should help ODMs achieve those goals."

CSR has built UniVox around its UniFi-1 Portable chip to provide a design for a low cost, low power VoWiFi (Voice over WiFi) phone. UniFi-1 is CSR's 802.11b/g single-chip WiFi silicon and offers the industry's lowest power consumption whilst in a chip-scale package that allows a very small footprint (6x6mm). CSR has also designed its own MAP (Multimedia Applications Processor) into UniVox, combining a low power RISC based applications processor with high performance DSP function, audio CODECs and echo cancellation; as well as intelligent power management. To ensure high voice quality, UniVox supports 802.11e and WMM-SA to provide optimised and prioritised quality of service (QoS), eliminating potential latency or jitter. UniVox also supports 802.11i to add enhanced levels of security.

UniVox benefits from the lowest power embedded WiFi solution in the industry. Utilising WMM-PS mode with a compatible access point will also provide handsets with advanced power-save mechanisms for extended battery life. This means that instead of the standard 1500mAh battery providing 8 hours talk time and 250 hours standby, WMM-PS can extend talk time to a potential 20 hours, and standby time to 400 hours.

UniVox is a secure platform preventing unauthorised use or eavesdropping. Support for 802.11i, WEP, WPA and WPA2 security standards means UniVox based phone designs will be compatible with standard wireless router protocols. UniVox can also be pre-configured with IP and gateway addresses, allowing ODMs to produce branded 'out of the box' VoWiFi phones specific for broadband or VoIP service providers. CSR's UniVox uses SIP (Session Initiation Protocol) version 2, the widely adopted open standard for initiating voice or video calls across internet connections. UniVox can also be configured (at the production stage) to support the alternative IAX2 protocol, depending on the requirements of the VoIP service provider.

The DSP co-processor inside CSR's applications processor includes the company's own CVC (Clear Voice Capture) echo cancellation software, which combined with the prioritised QoS, gives the end-user the maximum sound quality at the lowest cost. UniVox has a default MMI (Man Machine Interface) included; a software development kit can be used to further configure the phone’s interface and to add additional audio CODECs if required.

Simon Finch, VP WiFi Strategic Business Unit, CSR, commented, "UniVox based phones are the next step in the evolution of VoIP phones that are set to replace the residential phones we use today, such as DECT." Finch continued, "We designed UniVox in the knowledge that VoWiFi phones on the market today are just too expensive and power hungry to drive wider consumer adoption. UniVox was designed from the ground up with the intention of enabling phone ODMs to produce high quality, very low cost and low power phones for the mass market."

Source: CSR

News Corporation and VeriSign Announce Joint Venture to Create Leading Global Mobile Entertainment Company

News Corporation to Acquire Controlling Interest in Jamba, World’s Largest Mobile Entertainment Company

Los Angeles, CA, and Mountain View, CA – September 12, 2006 – News Corporation (NYSE: NWS, NWS.A) and VeriSign (NASDAQ: VRSN) today announced a joint venture to form the world’s largest provider of mobile entertainment. News Corp. will pay approximately $188 million for a controlling interest in VeriSign’s wholly-owned Jamba subsidiary and will combine it with Fox Mobile Entertainment assets.The new company will merge the most technologically advanced platform in the category with market-leading mobile content production and delivery capabilities and will serve 30 territories with a potential reach of more than a billion mobile subscribers. The new company intends to retain the Jamster brand in the U.S. and the Jamba brand worldwide.

Lucy Hood, formerly President of Fox Mobile Entertainment, will become CEO of the joint venture. With key centers in Los Angeles and Berlin, the new entity will be the industry’s only vertically integrated mobile entertainment company with unique capabilities to produce, market, sell and distribute mobile content.

"This is an important step in News Corp.’s strategy of becoming the world’s leading digital media company,� said Peter Chernin, News Corp. President and Chief Operating Officer. “We’re the most powerful media company on the web with Fox Interactive Media, our aggressive digital content deals have given consumers access to News Corp. programming on every conceivable platform and we have already demonstrated innovation in this emerging space with the Mobisode™ and Mobizzo.

“Wireless technology gives us an enormous opportunity to reach billions of mobile phone users with our content. With this new venture we’re looking forward to inventing new and compelling ways to engage this exciting new audience.�

“We are excited to combine our unique mobile entertainment expertise and direct to consumer assets with one of the most forward-thinking media companies in the world. We look forward to working with News Corp. to create compelling, interactive services that make an impact on the next generation of wireless users,� said Stratton Sclavos, VeriSign’s Chief Executive Officer.

Both entities forming this union are considered pioneers in mobile entertainment.

Jamba was founded in 2000 and is considered a global leader in off-deck delivery of mobile entertainment. The company currently delivers content in 30 territories and has one of the industry’s most advanced technology platforms. Jamba can immediately distribute content in all of its territories, which is critically important in an industry where most of the users are young people always looking for the “next cool thing.� With its cutting-edge analytic tools, Jamba has the real-time ability to track and optimize marketing, quickly reacting to consumer needs and interests in order to be able to monetize products and services.

News Corp’s Fox Mobile Entertainment group got its start with American Idol text voting, which generated nearly 65 million text messages this past season, up from 12,000 messages in the first season in 2001. In a long list of firsts, the company also invented the Mobisodes™ Series category, which led with the“24: Conspiracy� series, the first made-for-mobile program to be Emmy-nominated, and launched the first ad-sponsored video series, “Prison Break: Proof of Innocence.� The company also launched the first media-backed cross-carrier mobile entertainment service for consumers, Mobizzo.

The new Jamba will offer the world's widest aggregation of content from music and media companies, as well as original content created exclusively for mobile. Jamba partners include: Universal Music Group and Warner Music, among others. In addition, Jamba and Fox Mobile Studios have units that create original content ranging from the highly successful Crazy Frog, to multiple animated characters, to genres such as Manga, Activism, and X-Sports. The unit is expected to draw from not only top Fox divisions but also News Corp companies around the world.

The new company will immediately become the largest customer for VeriSign’s Digital Content Services (DCS) group, which specializes in providing intelligent infrastructure and connectivity solutions to enable the delivery of rich content over mobile and broadband networks. Leading mobile operators, portals, media companies and consumer brands around the world leverage the DSC platform to power their interactive entertainment experiences. Fox’s Mobizzo unit and Jamba are existing customers of DCS.

Under the agreement, Jamba will soon release its first products and offerings as a new entity, following the close of the transaction, including:

o MySpace Mobile Store: In an alliance with MySpace, the largest and most popular social networking site with more than 74 million users worldwide, Jamba will be MySpace's global m-commerce partner. Jamba will build a unique m-commerce engine to enable MySpace users to download ringtones, graphics and animations from top music and media companies.

o The Simpsons Mobile: Coming soon, Jamba will exclusively offer mobile content from the popular FOX series, The Simpsons, through the industry’s first subscription package tied to exclusive content called the “Yellow Plan.� Available to consumers for the first time, the “Yellow Plan� will include an array of uniquely designed Simpsons mobile content, such as wallpapers, screensavers, ringtones and video.

The transaction is expected to be finalized by the end of 2006. Transaction is subject to the completion of definitive agreements as well as the receipt of obtaining all required regulatory approvals and the satisfaction of all other customary conditions.

About News Corporation

News Corporation (NYSE: NWS, NWS.A; ASX: NWS, NWSLV) had total assets as of June 30, 2006 of approximately US$57 billion and total annual revenues of approximately US$25 billion. News Corporation is a diversified international media and entertainment company with operations in eight industry segments: filmed entertainment; television; cable network programming; direct broadcast satellite television; magazines and inserts; newspapers; book publishing; and other. The activities of News Corporation are conducted principally in the United States, Continental Europe, the United Kingdom, Australia, Asia and the Pacific Basin.

About VeriSign

VeriSign, Inc. (Nasdaq: VRSN), operates intelligent infrastructure services that enable and protect interactions across voice and data networks anytime, from anywhere on multiple devices. Additional news and information about the company is available at www.verisign.com .

Source: VeriSign

Nokia E62 Push E-mail Device from Rogers Wireless Brings Freedom of Mobility to Professionals

Canadian launch of Nokia E62 reveals device with affordable push e-mail solution plus superior voice quality

TORONTO, Sept. 6 /CNW/ - Rogers Wireless and Nokia today announced the Canadian launch and availability of the Nokia E62 business-optimized device, with Rogers MyMail push e-mail solution, enhanced web browsing and Nokia's uncompromised voice quality. Rogers Wireless is the first carrier in North America to offer the Nokia E62 device to their customers.

The Nokia E62 device from Rogers Wireless takes push e-mail out of the corner office and into the hands of hard-working business professionals - in cubicles, home offices or small businesses - looking to increase their productivity while on-the-go. The Nokia E62 device provides to corporate employees or independent entrepreneurs alike a versatile push e-mail solution with Rogers MyMail powered by Visto. MyMail provides the option to have personal or corporate e-mail to be pushed to the Nokia E62 device."As Canada's leading wireless carrier operating on the GSM/GPRS technology platform, the world standard for wireless communications technology, we are proud to offer our customers leading edge mobile handsets like the Nokia E62 device," says John Boynton, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer. "As the first carrier in North America to offer the E62, Rogers business customers will be able to save time by having access to the latest in mobile innovation and e-mail connectivity."

Enhanced Web Browser Capabilities

With the familiarity of existing push e-mail device form factors, the slim E62 device boasts a large, wide 2.8" display with 16 million colours for easy viewing of documents. An improved browser offers innovative web viewing options with combinations of page view, zooming and narrow page layouts for PC-like viewing of web pages on a mobile device. A full messaging keyboard makes creating and editing documents, text messaging and sending e-mails quick and easy. With the Nokia E62 device, professionals on-the-go can benefit from mobilizing their work e-mail, and businesses of all sizes can mobilize their workforce - easily and affordably.

"The E62 device will broaden Rogers Wireless' reach into the enterprise market," said Paul Chapple, General Manager, Nokia Canada. "The competitive price point coupled with push e-mail on a stylish, thin form factor will make the E62 handset particularly appealing to small and medium size businesses as well as enable Rogers to deepen penetration in existing corporate accounts. Nokia is delighted to have the opportunity to launch this product exclusively with Rogers and to assist them in servicing this key market segment."

For global business travelers or busy jetsetters, staying connected by voice or e-mail is made convenient with Nokia E62 device's EDGE network capability and quad-band (GSM 850/900/1800/1900) frequencies. Voice features include up to six hours of talk time and 14 days of standby time, superior speakers, five-way conference calling, all on a device that keeps you connected virtually anywhere in the world. All important information and appointments are at one's fingertips by synchronizing contacts and calendar locally with Nokia PC Suite, or over-the-air with Rogers MyMail solution.

On-The-Go Entertainment

Road warriors can access entertainment away from the office with the E62 device's built-in MP3 player, video player and gallery, plus game applications. Songs can be stored on the E62 device with 90 MBs of on-device memory. Also, mini SD cards can be purchased to store up to two GB of music that can be side-loaded for listening on-the-go. Browse through images or play video clips while waiting for an appointment or play games like the Golf Pro 2 application included in the E62 device if waiting for a delayed flight to leave.

The Nokia E62 device sells for $249.99 with a 3-year service agreement from Rogers Wireless and is available for purchase across Canada through Rogers Wireless dealers, and retail points of sale or online at www.rogers.com.

About Nokia

Nokia is a world leader in mobile communications, driving the growth and sustainability of the broader mobility industry. Nokia connects people to each other and the information that matters to them with easy-to-use and innovative products like mobile phones, devices and solutions for imaging, games, media and businesses. Nokia provides equipment, solutions and services for network operators and corporations. www.nokia.ca

About Rogers Wireless

Rogers Wireless Inc. is Canada's largest wireless voice and data communications services provider with offices in Canadian cities across the country, more than 6.2 million customers, and two powerful brands: Rogers Wireless and Fido. Rogers Wireless, which operates Canada's largest and clearest integrated wireless voice and data network, providing advanced voice and wireless data solutions to customers from coast to coast, is Canada's only carrier operating on the GSM/GPRS technology platform, the world standard for wireless communications technology and the only technology that enables roaming around the world in over 180 countries. The company is a subsidiary of Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX: RCI; NYSE: RG), a diversified Canadian communications and media company. For further information, please visit www.rogers.com.

Source: Rogers Wireless