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CDMA Development Group, Iusacell and SchlumbergerSema Unveil Latest Wireless Roaming Advancements
URL(s): www.cdg.org
COSTA MESA, Calif., Oct. 3, 2001--
Wireless Industry Leaders Bridge CDMA and GSM Air Interfaces for Mobile Subscribers in the Americas
The CDMA Development Group (CDG) (www.cdg.org), in collaboration with SchlumbergerSema, a
provider of consulting integration services and products for smart card-based transactions, and Grupo
Iusacell, S.A. de C.V. (BMV:CEL) (NYSE:CEL), a leading independent telecommunications company in
Mexico, today announced the first successful CDMA R-UIM trial in the Americas, utilizing
SchlumbergerSema's Simera Airflex subscriber identity module (SIM) cards.
The successful CDMA SIM card trial is the first phase in Iusacell's plan to conduct full CDMA/GSM
interoperability roaming trials with a GSM network operator.
"Last year, the CDG introduced the world's first CDMA/GSM SIM card in China, providing wireless
subscribers with the ability to communicate freely without boundaries," said Perry LaForge, executive
director of the CDG.
"Today's announcement reflects another major step for interoperability in the Americas, and is a true
testament that CDMA wireless technology is laying the foundation for expanding CDMA roaming coverage
worldwide."
"SchlumbergerSema's mission is to equip CDMA operators with the most competitive solutions available
for 3G mobile services. Our Simera Airflex CDMA/GSM interoperable SIM card is designed to help these
operators meet the challenges of today's mobile marketplace, while enabling them to plan and build new
generations of services," said Edward A. Jacobsen, vice president and general manager, SchlumbergerSema
Mobile Communications North America.
"Iusacell is dedicated to ensuring that our mobile subscribers are connected, whether they are at home or
abroad," said Peter Burrowes, president and general director of Grupo Iusacell. "With CDMA wireless
technology, our subscribers are guaranteed access to voice and advanced wireless services, with the
advantage of true mobility."
About Grupo Iusacell, S.A. de C.V.
Grupo Iusacell, S.A. de C.V. is a leading independent telecommunications company in Mexico. It
provides wireless cellular service in four of Mexico's nine regions in the central portion of Mexico (including
Mexico City) covering a total of 68 million POPs, representing approximately 69% of the country's total
population.
In addition, it holds concessions to provide wireless PCS services in regions 1 and 4 in the northern part of
the country. Iusacell is under the management and operating control of subsidiaries of Verizon
Communications Inc. (NYSE:VZ).
About the CDMA Development Group
The CDMA Development Group is a nonprofit trade association formed to foster the worldwide
development, implementation and use of cdmaOne(TM) and CDMA2000. The 110 member companies of
the CDG include many of the world's largest wireless operators and equipment manufacturers.
The primary activities of the CDG include development of CDMA features and services, public relations,
education and seminars, regulatory affairs and international support. Currently, there are more than 500
individuals working within various CDG subcommittees on CDMA-related matters.
For more information about the CDG, contact Valerie Christopherson of the CDG News Bureau at
714/540-1030, ext. 17, e-mail: vchristopherson@bockpr.com, or visit the CDG Web site at www.cdg.org.
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