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WirelessDevNet.com Press Release
QUALCOMM Congratulates Zapp on the Launch of BREW(TM)-Based Services
SAN DIEGO, May 19 -- QUALCOMM Incorporated
(Nasdaq: QCOM), pioneer and world leader of Code Division Multiple Access
(CDMA) digital wireless technology, congratulates Zapp on its launch of
downloadable wireless products and services based on QUALCOMM's BREW system.
The Zapp BREW-based "Zapp Me" service enables users to access enhanced
wireless data applications and services -- such as e-mail, games, ringtones,
and other personal and business applications -- and download them directly to
their wireless device. As Romania's only fully integrated voice and high-
speed data mobile communications operator, Zapp is the first CDMA450 operator
to launch BREW-based services in Europe. The Zapp Me service is initially
available on the color screen Zapp Series Z710i handset.
"QUALCOMM is pleased to work with Zapp in bringing BREW-based services to
Romania," said Johan Lodenius, senior vice president of European business
relations and operations, QUALCOMM Internet Services. "This launch
demonstrates Zapp's commitment to delivering its subscribers options beyond
traditional voice features by introducing a diverse suite of compelling,
feature-rich data service offerings."
"Zapp is proud to be the first CDMA450 operator to introduce BREW-based
services to the market," said Cuneyt Turktan, president of the board of
directors, Zapp. "Zapp subscribers will now benefit from an enhanced user
experience that allows them to choose from a wide array of communication,
customization, information and entertainment options. Zapp Me enables us to
provide our clients with the necessary instruments to help them become more
efficient and better informed. QUALCOMM's BREW solution positions Zapp as a
technological leader and a cutting-edge mobile service provider."
QUALCOMM's BREW solution provides products and services that connect the
mobile marketplace value chain, which includes application developers,
publishers, content providers, device manufacturers, operators and consumers.
Publishers and developers worldwide are generating revenue from BREW-based
applications and content, and 26 manufacturers have offered more than 135
BREW-enabled device models to consumers. Zapp joins many successful operators
that have deployed commercial BREW-based wireless data services, including
Verizon Wireless, ALLTEL, Cellular One, MetroPCS, Midwest Wireless and U.S.
Cellular in the United States, China Unicom, KDDI in Japan, KTF in South
Korea, Hutch in Thailand, Telstra in Australia, VIVO in Brazil, BellSouth
Chile, BellSouth Colombia, BellSouth Ecuador, BellSouth Guatemala, BellSouth
Nicaragua, BellSouth Panama, BellSouth Peru, Telefonica Moviles in Peru,
Movicom in Argentina, Telcel and Movilnet in Venezuela, Verizon Dominican
Republic, Verizon Wireless Puerto Rico and Pelephone in Israel.
Zapp (www.zapp.ro) is the only voice and high-speed data mobile
communications operator in Romania, using a state-of-the art network (CDMA2000
in the 450 MHz band). CDMA is one of the world's breakthrough technologies,
developed and commercially operated by QUALCOMM. The main stockholder of Zapp
is Inquam Limited, an international company providing services in the field of
mobile telecommunication networks. The significant shareholders of Inquam are
QUALCOMM and Omnia Holdings Ltd, an investment fund based in the Middle East.
QUALCOMM Incorporated (www.qualcomm.com) is a leader in developing and
delivering innovative digital wireless communications products and services
based on the Company's CDMA digital technology. Headquartered in San Diego,
Calif., QUALCOMM is included in the S&P 500 Index and is a 2003 FORTUNE 500(R)
company traded on The Nasdaq Stock Market(R) under the ticker symbol QCOM.
Except for the historical information contained herein, this news release
contains forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and
uncertainties, including the extent and speed to which the BREW solution is
adopted and deployed, change in economic conditions of the various markets the
Company serves, as well as the other risks detailed from time to time in the
Company's SEC reports, including the report on Form 10-K for the year ended
September 28, 2003, and most recent Form 10-Q.
QUALCOMM is a registered trademark of QUALCOMM Incorporated. BREW is a
trademark of QUALCOMM Incorporated. All other trademarks are the property of
their respective owners.
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