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WirelessDevNet.com Press Release
World’s First Tri-Band HSDPA Wireless Data Card Option’s GlobeTrotter GT MAX
Barcelona, Spain - Option N.V. (Euronext: OPTI, OTC: OPNVY), the
wireless technology company, today extends its global leadership in wireless data solutions
with the announcement of the GlobeTrotter GT MAX, the world’s first tri-band HSDPA / 3G
UMTS Wireless Data Card.
The GlobeTrotter GT MAX is the first of a new breed of wireless data card featuring Option’s
unique and patented multi-band flip-out integrated antenna design meaning that GT MAX once
inserted in a laptop may be operated by simply deploying the flip out antenna. For ease and
convenience the antenna is retracted for briefcase or laptop carrier bag transport without the
need to remove the wireless data card from the laptop.
In addition to the innovative antenna design the GlobeTrotter GT MAX is the world’s first
wireless data card supporting all of the commercial HSDPA/3G UMTS networks available
today. The GT MAX features Tri-band HSDPA/3G UMTS on 850/1900 & 2100 MHz bands as
well as Quad band EDGE/GPRS on 850/900/1800 & 1900 bands.
Jan Callewaert, CEO of Option: “In launching the world’s first commercial tri-band HSDPA
wireless data product, Option has demonstrated that not only is it at the leading edge of
technology, but also in the aesthetic and ergonomic design of our products. The unique design
of our GT MAX with its patented flip-out antenna is a remarkable engineering achievement, as
is its ability to provide broadband wireless access across the globe from North & South
America, through Europe, the Middle East & Africa, across to the Far East and Australasian
continents. We have been able to realize a superb product that will have global appeal
amongst our customer base.”
Commercial shipments of GlobeTrotter GT MAX commence before the end of this quarter. The
GlobeTrotter GT MAX is the fifth commercial HSDPA product from Option.
The GlobeTrotter GT MAX wireless data card is available with Option’s GlobeTrotter Mobility
Manager. This enables users to enjoy fast, simple and easy access to wireless data whilst
hiding the complexity of the underlying wireless technologies from the user. In conjunction with
Option’s mobile IP solution “Unlimited Connection”, users can seamlessly roam between 3G,
2G and WLAN access technologies with automatic authentication using the data card’s inbuilt
support for PC Smart Card and EAP-SIM.
ABOUT OPTION
Option NV (www.option.com), the wireless technology company, is a leading innovator in the
design, development and manufacture of 3G WCDMA (HSDPA and UMTS), EDGE, GPRS,
GSM and WLAN technology products for wireless connectivity solutions. Option has built up an
enviable reputation for creating exciting products that enhance the performance and
functionality of wireless communications. Option’s headquarters are in Leuven, Belgium. The
company has Research & Development in Leuven, a Software and Applications development
centre in Adelsried (Germany), a Wireless Router development centre in Stockholm (Sweden)
and an ISO 9002 production engineering and logistics facility in Cork, Ireland.
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