Samsung Launches World's
First ADSL2+ Full IP TPS Network
Offers the first triple play service to the Dutch market
Samsung Electronics has successfully launched the first ADSL2+ full IP triple play service (TPS) network in the world. In the Netherlands, Samsung realized this fast next generation network for communications network operator Versatel that is able to offer the first triple play service through ADSL2+ to the Dutch market, now.
A state-of-the art ADSL2+ network can provide services with speeds up to 24 Mbps. In this case, ADSL2+ enables Versatel to offer much faster and richer multi play services than providers using regular ADSL networks.
Raj Raithatha, chief executive officer of Versatel, stated: "Versatel is the first Dutch operator that provides multi media services over ADSL2+. Our ADSL2+ network has given us the necessary bandwidths to transmit television, video, telephony and internet services through a single copper line, thus giving Versatel a leading role in the introduction of new multi play services in the Netherlands. Given the tight time frame and the innovative character of the services, Samsung has proven to be a dedicated and reliable partner in the roll out of ADSL2+ in the Netherlands."In eight months, Samsung managed to deploy an ADSL2+ full IP TPS network in the Netherlands.
This turn key end-to-end solution consists of the delivery, integration and installation of next generation network components, including soft switches, media gateways, trunk gateways, DSLAMs, media farms and Ethernet switches. To complete the solution, Samsung has delivered integrated access devices (IADs) and IP set top boxes for triple play services, and broadcast servers.
Patrick Bosschart, European Business Director of Samsung Telecommunication Network System Division, said: "Through a successful launch of this first ADSL2+ full IP network in the world, Samsung demonstrated its capability as an end-to-end solution provider, establishing and designing a comprehensive network for business partners. Thanks to our leadership in consumer electronics, IP technology and our large experience in the design and integration of large-scale networks for service operators, we have created a competitive advantage in the development of next generation networks."Versatel, based in Amsterdam, is a competitive communications network operator and a leading alternative to the former monopoly telecommunications carriers in its target market of the Benelux and Germany.
Founded in October 1995, the Company holds full telecommunication licenses in The Netherlands, Belgium and Germany and has over 1 million customers and approximately 2,000 employees. Versatel operates a facilities-based local access broadband network that uses the latest network technologies to provide business customers with high bandwidth voice, data and Internet services. Versatel is a publicly trade company on Euronext Amsterdam under the symbol "VRSA."

Samsung, Bang & Olufsen Cooperate on New Mobile Phone Concept

-Work together on the development of high-quality acoustics in Samsung mobile phones?
Samsung Electronics, one of the world's leading manufacturers of mobile phones, and Bang & Olufsen, one of the worlds leading manufacturers of high-end audio and video equipment, have announced a cooperation to develop a new mobile phone concept. The intention is to create a truly unique product, which breaks with conventional assumptions and expectations and offers users a new mobile experience.
The cooperation will express the synthesis of the two companies' respective competences within technology and design and builds on Samsung's leadership within advanced mobile phone technology and innovative solutions and Bang & Olufsen's leadership within design, simplicity and user interface.
Furthermore, the two companies are working together on the development of high-quality acoustics in Samsung mobile phones applying the Bang & Olufsen patented ICEpower technology that offers a unique combination of state-of-the-art audio quality and ultra high efficiency.
"We are pleased to work with Bang & Olufsen who share our passion for innovation and consumer-focused technology. Samsung is always trying to push the boundaries of mobile phone design and development and we consistently search for innovative ideas and concepts across industries" says Lee Ki-tae, President of the Telecommunications Business in Samsung Electronics. "This partnership will bring to our customers a new way of thinking about the mobile phone."The cooperation between Samsung and Bang & Olufsen represents their mutual focus on developing products that meet the highest standards of quality, reliability and durability.
"We are happy to cooperate with Samsung and together we want to create a mobile phone that is dedicated to communication in a comfortable and convenient way. The design and use of the phone is very simple and straightforward, yet in every aspect of the design there is a carefully thought through relationship between form and function" says Torben Ballegaard Sorensen, CEO of Bang & Olufsen. Bang & Olufsen CEO Torben Ballegaard Sorensen adds, "In Samsung we have a valued partner. We now intend to create a unique mobile phone together. The fact that this cooperation is bilateral, where Bang & Olufsen delivers enhanced acoustic capabilities for application in the Samsung mobiles through the ICEpower technology, is a major contribution to making the cooperation even more interesting."The new mobile phone will be launched in Europe, Russia and Ukraine during the 4th quarter of this year. It will be distributed through both Bang & Olufsen stores and in select high-end Samsung distribution partners.
Founded in 1925 in Struer, Denmark, Bang & Olufsen a/s is world renowned for its distinctive range of quality consumer electronic products that represent our vision: Courage to constantly question the ordinary in search of surprising, long-lasting experiences. The Bang & Olufsen Group manufactures a unique range of televisions, music systems, loudspeakers, telephones, medical, and multimedia products. With more than 2,400 employees and products sold in more than 60 countries worldwide, Bang & Olufsen's turnover for the 2003/2004 financial year was DKK 3,613 million (EUR 486 million). nw

Samsung Electronics has launched the first ADSL+2 full IP triple play service for Versatel of the Netherlands.