Ericsson Press Releases
Ericsson and TELECSA Sign CDMA2000 1X EV-DO Contract
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Date: Tuesday, September 16 2003 Ericsson has signed a turnkey, sole supplier contract with Ecuadorian operator TELECSA to deploy a nationwide CDMA2000 1X EV-DO end-to-end wireless network. The contract for Ericsson's total CDMA2000 network solution comprises equipment for core and radio network; key applications such as true 3G high-speed EV-DO up to 2.4 Mbps, Prepaid, Multi-media Message Service, Short Message Service and Voice Mail Service; as well as a full portfolio of operational assistance, training and network rollout services. "We are honored to be selected by TELECSA to assist them in rolling out their nationwide CDMA2000 1X network," said Åke Persson, president of Ericsson Mobile CDMA Systems. "Ericsson is committed to supporting Ecuador's growing telecommunications market. Our CDMA2000 1X solution positions TELECSA to reduce costs and increase revenues by enabling them to deliver progressive data experiences to their customers." Ericsson's total CDMA2000 portfolio is built upon Ericsson's global 3G platform for switching, radio access, IP, services and applications and will enable TELECSA to reduce costs through decreased space requirements, deployment flexibility, simplified site acquisition and leasing, decreased construction costs and lower power consumption. Focused on providing sustainable value into the future, Ericsson's CDMA2000 1X total solution has been designed to provide operators like TELECSA with an easy, cost-effective migration path to CDMA2000 1xEV DV and beyond. "As a new operator in Ecuador, it is crucial that we partner with an experienced and reliable vendor such as Ericsson when rolling out our CDMA2000 1X EV-DO network," said Peter Burrowes, president of TELECSA. "The compact design and high performance characteristics of Ericsson's CDMA2000 1X solution offer significant savings in both capital and operating expenses for TELECSA as we bring advanced 3G services to Ecuador." Owned equally by Ecuador's Andinatel and Pacifictel, TELECSA is a new 1900 Mhz operator. Deployment will begin immediately and phase one will be completed in Q4 of this year. Ericsson is shaping the future of Mobile and Broadband Internet communications through its continuous technology leadership. Providing innovative solutions in more than 140 countries, Ericsson is helping to create the most powerful communication companies in the world. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT James Borup, Media Relations, Ericsson Communications Phone: +46 70 590 9261; E-mail: james.borup@ericsson.com Ericsson Media Relations: +46 8 719 6992 E-mail: press.relations@ericsson.com Charlotte Rubin, Sr. Manager, Communications Ericsson Mobile Systems CDMA Phone: +1 858 332 6589; E-mail: charlotte.rubin@ericsson.com About Ericsson CDMA Systems Ericsson's total CDMA2000 solution, which includes infrastructure, applications, devices, services and proven market expertise, is optimized for delivering advanced data solutions. Developed by the industry's premier CDMA experts, Ericsson's true 3G CDMA2000 solution offers operators unique performance and cost-saving advantages by leveraging the full strength of Ericsson's expertise in wireless, IP/datacom and Mobile Internet technologies. Ericsson's CDMA2000 solution, based on innovative product design, global platforms and open standards, provides the flexibility operators need to succeed in an always-evolving wireless market. Read more about CDMA from Ericsson at: http://www.ericsson.com/cdmasystems/ About TELECSA Telecsa is a Mobile Telecommunications Group created in March 18th of 2003 and formed by Andinatel and Pacifictel, the same companies that signed the concession contract for the new frequency band for advanced mobile telephony in April of this year. The new operator will offer a nation-wide coverage in 1900 Mhz, hoping to launch its CDMA 2000 1x EV-DO network, in December of 2003. The company will be operated by Swedtel, a Swedish telecommunications company specialized in consulting. CDMA2000 is a trademark of the Telecommunications Industry Association.
Ericsson launch international competition to select the best mobile applications of 2003
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Date: Tuesday, September 16 2003 Ericsson is rewarding developers of mobile services by launching the Ericsson Mobile Application Awards 2003. Developers from around the world are invited to submit their best applications. The top three applications in one of four categories will compete in the finals on November 25 in Zurich Switzerland. The Ericsson Mobile Application Awards 2003 is an international competition run by Ericsson to find the best, market-ready mobile applications. Services that add value, create convenience and make daily life and work easier and more effective are those that will be widely adopted. To that end, Ericsson is seeking and rewarding those Mobile Applications leading the future in a customer focused Mobile Internet. In a first phase, developers are welcome to submit their application until October 31, 2003. Twelve entries will then be selected to compete in the finals on November 25, 2003 in Zurich Switzerland. There will be four categories with three finalists in each: Best Mobile Entertainment, Gaming, Enterprise and Information Application. The finalists at the Ericsson Mobile Application Awards 2003 will have the unique opportunity to present their service live to an exclusive audience consisting of executives from mobile network operators, venture capitalists and other industry players. In a matchmaking session on November 26, the finalists will be able to discuss further business partnerships with network operators from Europe, Middle East and Africa. The Ericsson Mobile Application Awards and the Matchmaking Session are part of Ericsson's efforts to bridge the gap between developers, content providers, venture capitalists and network operators. Developers of mobile applications may submit their service online at http://www.ericsson.com/mobileinternetforum until October 31, 2003. Ericsson is shaping the future of Mobile and Broadband Internet communications through its continuous technology leadership. Providing innovative solutions in more than 140 countries, Ericsson is helping to create the most powerful communication companies in the world. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT Rolf Weiss, Ericsson Switzerland, Communications Phone: +41 1 807 23 10 e-mail: rolf.weiss@ericsson.com Peter Olofsson, Ericsson, Media Relations Phone: +46 8 719 18 80; +46 8 719 69 92 e-mail: peter.olofsson@ericsson.com
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