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Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a global leader in telecommunication network systems and handsets, unveiled the latest in mobile convergence device, the SPH-P9000 Deluxe MITs at Mobile WiMAX Summit 2006 on Nov. 7. The SPH-P9000 is the true convergence device capable of voice and multimedia data communications through Mobile WiMAX technology.
The SPH-P9000 is the ideal companion for users to usher in the new era of mobile convergence technology. The expected growth of Mobile WiMAX services will result in an increasing demand for multi-functional devices. The SPH-P9000 is a PDA-based device utilizing Mobile WiMAX and CDMA EV-DO connectivity. Users will have wireless access to the Internet utilizing Mobile WiMAX connectivity. Simultaneously, the CDMA EV-DO technology provides mobile phone connection for voice communication. With Microsoft Windows XP as the operating system, users will find the contents and applications familiar and easy to use for work and play.
The SPH-P9000 comes with a QWERTY keyboard for painless typing and internet surfing, while the MP3 player function, VOD, and camera function provide a quick access to multimedia entertainment. The five inch WVGA screen is prepared for movie and document viewing, while the 30GB hard drive stores music, movies, and documents. All of these unique features are combined into one device that weighs in at a little over one pound. The SPH-P9000 is truly a unique and versatile mobile device.
Lee Kitae, President of the Telecommunication Network Business at Samsung Electronics, says "Our new SPH-P9000 is just one of the few Mobile WiMAX convergence devices to be introduced to the world. Samsung will expand our portfolio of mobile convergence devices, as we expect to expand our global Mobile WiMAX services globally."He adds, "Samsung will continuously drive the market with pioneering telecommunication technology and services. Samsung will meet the demands of Mobile WiMAX services and convergence devices by delivering the right combination of technology and design,
"The SPH-P9000 will be launched in Korea first half of 2007. nw

Lee Kitae, president of the Telecommunication Network Business at Samsung Electronics, unveils the latest in mobile convergence device during Mobile WiMAX Summit 2006.

Samsung, TVA Signs Contract to Bring Mobile WiMAX Service to Brazil

TVA plans to commercialize Mobile WiMax services in Curitiba

Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., Korea based leading telecom systems and mobile phone provider, and TVA Sistema de Televisao S.A, an innovative communication service provider in Brazil, signed a contract on November 1st to commercialize Mobile WiMAX platform in the city of Curitiba, Brazil.
TVA plans to commercialize Mobile WiMAX services in Curitiba first, Paran State in south of Brazil, from 1st half of 2007. Access will be extended to other Brazilian cities over next years.
According to the contract, Samsung will supply base stations and other system hardware and Mobile WiMAX modems initially and in the near future provide PCMCIA cards and terminals for service portability.

Samsung has already begun to deploy this Mobile WiMAX platform in Venezuela and will bring this platform to Brazil, Latin America's largest market. Mobile WiMAX platform offers wireless high-speed data communications on the move complying with IEEE 802.16e standard. In addition to mobility and portability, WiMAX platform also brings low cost data transmission to the Brazilian users.
"WiMAX will revolutionize broadband as it changes the service's consumption habits, incorporating portability into the personal broadband concept's said Virgilio Amaral, Technology & Strategy Director of TVA.
Lee Kwansoo, executive vice president of Telecommunication Systems Division, Samsung Electronics, explained significance of the partnership. "Samsung is very excited for the debut of our next generation technology in Latin America. TVA's initiative to bring Mobile WiMAX commercial is an important step to the globalization of this newest technology."Mobile WiMAX service had been launched in Korean market in May 2006 and is expanding to other worldwide markets. Samsung is now supplying equipment and is supporting to commercialize the technology in Europe (the UK, Italy and Croatia), North America (the U.S.), South America (Venezuela and now Brazil) and Asia (Japan). From next year, many people around the world will be able to access Mobile WiMAX services. nw

(left) Jose Roberto Campo, vice president of Samsung Electronics and Leila Loria, Technology & Strategy Director of TVA, ink a contract on WiMAX service.