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WirelessDevNet.com Press Release
QUALCOMM Introduces uiOne HDK 2.0 Featuring Support for Third-Party Applications
SAN DIEGO, -- QUALCOMM Incorporated
(Nasdaq: QCOM), a leading developer and innovator of Code Division Multiple
Access (CDMA) and other advanced wireless technologies, has unveiled the
uiOne(TM) Handset Development Kit (HDK) version 2.0. The latest version of
the HDK now supports seamless integration of third-party application engines,
with many of the leading software developers in the mobile handset industry
already developing browser, messaging, device management and other
applications for the uiOne HDK 2.0 platform. The uiOne HDK is an integrated
package of application and user interface software solutions designed to
reduce device manufacturers' costs in developing distinctive and feature-rich
user interfaces that meet a wide range of operators' specifications, while
accelerating time to market.
"QUALCOMM continually seeks to help our partners more quickly deliver
feature-rich, differentiated handsets to the market," said Mark Frankel, vice
president of product management, QUALCOMM CDMA Technologies. "The latest
version of the uiOne HDK offers the ability to easily port third-party
applications to handsets based on QUALCOMM chipsets and develop customized
user interfaces for those applications. We are pleased by the very strong
support it is already receiving from application developers."
Among the developers who support the uiOne HDK are Opera Software, Teleca,
TechSoft and OpenWave.
Opera Software develops the Opera Web browser, a high-quality, multi-
platform product for a wide range of platforms, operating systems and embedded
Internet products. Opera strives to provide a browser that operates across
devices, platforms and operating systems, and can deliver a faster, more
stable and flexible Internet experience.
"The uiOne HDK is well positioned to be one of the key strategic platforms
for the mobile industry," said Timo Bruns, executive vice president of
business development, Opera Software. "We look forward to continuing our
close relationship with QUALCOMM in fulfilling today's strong market needs for
interacting with the Web."
Teleca is a world-leading supplier of software products and services to
the mobile devices industry. Its services include systems design and the
integration of software and hardware for mobile phones, as well as tailored
solutions. Teleca Mobile's products are found in more than 300 million mobile
devices, comprising more than 600 models. Teleca has 2,200 experts in 11
countries in Asia, Europe and North America.
"Teleca is fully committed to supporting uiOne HDK from QUALCOMM as part
of a long-term relationship," said Telica's Hasse Olsson, business development
manager, mobile platforms. "Our Obigo Browser product displays Web pages in a
familiar fashion. Combining smart navigation techniques from Obigo Browser,
such as Thumbnail(R), with the functions of uiOne will provide end users with
an enhanced Internet experience."
TechFaith Software China Ltd. is a company committed to the development of
application software for 3G wireless devices.
"TechSoft's mission has always been to develop groundbreaking 3G
applications," said James Huang, chief executive officer of TechSoft. "By
developing for the uiOne HDK platform, we will be able to deliver a rich
experience to a broad base of wireless users."
Openwave Systems provides a complete portfolio of personalized content and
communications solutions, including handset software, content delivery,
adaptive communications and location, music and video services.
"Openwave is committed to delivering a personalized mobile experience that
is easy to access and easy to use," said Michael Wendling, director of product
management, Openwave. "The uiOne HDK opens up new opportunities to rapidly
deliver our high-performance Openwave Mobile Browser, Mercury edition, to a
broad range of customers."
The uiOne HDK's support for third-party application engines enables
developers to provide pre-integrated and fully tested solutions to device
manufacturers while also ensuring a consistent look and feel with other
handset features due to easy customization. The uiOne HDK will be available
as a standalone commercial product for both CDMA2000(R) and UMTS chipsets from
QUALCOMM's Mobile Station Modem(TM) (MSM(TM)) chipset portfolio in the second
half of 2007.
QUALCOMM Incorporated (www.qualcomm.com) is a leader in developing and
delivering innovative digital wireless communications products and services
based on CDMA and other advanced technologies. Headquartered in San Diego,
Calif., QUALCOMM is included in the S&P 500 Index and is a 2006 FORTUNE 500(R)
company traded on The Nasdaq Stock Market(R) under the ticker symbol QCOM.
QUALCOMM is a registered trademark of QUALCOMM Incorporated. uiOne is a
trademark of QUALCOMM Incorporated. CDMA2000 is a registered trademark of the
Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA USA). All other trademarks are
the property of their respective owners.
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