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WirelessDevNet.com Press Release
QUALCOMM Announces Agreement With Amp'd Mobile to Deliver Advanced Applications and Services
NEW ORLEANS, CTIA Booth #2631, Hall C,
QUALCOMM Incorporated (Nasdaq: QCOM), pioneer and world leader of Code
Division Multiple Access (CDMA) digital wireless technology, today announced
that it has signed a definitive agreement with Amp'd Mobile, a mobile virtual
network operator (MVNO) specifically geared for the youth audience, to offer
downloadable wireless applications and services based on QUALCOMM's BREW
solution. Amp'd Mobile plans to target the growing legion of 18-35 year old
mobile users with a feature-rich user interface and access to user-friendly
BREW games, entertainment, video and information applications and services,
all via a 3G CDMA2000 1xEV-DO network.
"Amp'd Mobile's decision to deploy the BREW solution and capitalize on the
high-speed, low cost-per-bit capabilities of CDMA2000 1xEV-DO is a perfect fit
for the compelling games, entertainment and communication content that users,
especially the youth market, are demanding from their mobile service
provider," said Bob Briggs, vice president of global business relations and
operations for QUALCOMM Internet Services. "QUALCOMM applauds Amp'd Mobile's
initiative and leadership in driving advanced music, entertainment, lifestyle,
and gaming applications and services. We look forward to working with Amp'd
Mobile as they prepare to launch this exciting offering."
About Amp'd Mobile
Amp'd Mobile will be the first fully integrated MVNO for youth, young
professionals and early adopters. By leveraging the superior 3G network of
Verizon Wireless, Amp'd will offer traditional services plus a completely
fresh user interface and experience designed specifically for this market.
With myriad options to meet each person's individual needs, Amp'd will bring a
more relevant, personal experience to mobile entertainment and the wireless
lifestyle. Targeted to launch later in 2005, more information can be found at
www.ampdmobile.com.
QUALCOMM's BREW solution is designed to meet the distinct and varied needs
of wireless operators, handset manufacturers, publishers, developers and end
users around the world. BREW products and services include: an open,
extensible client platform that supports robust system and application
software including personalized and branded user interfaces for mass market
devices; a J2EE(TM)-based, modular distribution system that enables the
delivery of content, applications and user interfaces to wireless devices
across all air interfaces; a dedicated professional services team that
supports the integration of customized implementations; and the wireless
industry's first global marketplace to support the monetization of
applications and services developed in all programming languages. The BREW
ecosystem can make your wireless visions a reality.
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 2004 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 26, 2004, and most recent Form 10-Q.
QUALCOMM and BREW are registered trademarks of QUALCOMM Incorporated. All
other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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