SUNNYVALE, Calif., Aug. 28, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Ruckus Networks, an
ARRIS company, today announced that it is joining Facebook's
Express Wi-Fi Certified ecosystem, a program that allows access
point manufacturers to build Wi-Fi hardware compatible with Express
Wi-Fi. Operators participating in Facebook's Express Wi-Fi
initiative will deploy the Ruckus virtual SmartZone™ controllers
and certified indoor/outdoor Wi-Fi access points in high-traffic
public areas in Africa,
India, and Indonesia. Ruckus products are currently
deployed in Express Wi-Fi installations in Tanzania, Nigeria, and other developing nations.
The products feature Ruckus' adaptive antenna BeamFlex™
technology. The patented technique increases connection quality and
range, delivers better voice and data communication and
significantly improves power efficiency.
"We are committed to providing connectivity to people in the
most remote areas of the world," said Ian
Whiting, President, Ruckus Networks, an ARRIS company. "We
are excited to be a partner in Facebook's Express Wi-Fi Certified
program which is another important step in bridging the digital
divide, giving individuals access to high-performance Wi-Fi
networks. Ruckus strives to connect the unconnected, and we look
forward to an ongoing partnership with Facebook."
Express Wi-Fi is a solution to help operators and local
entrepreneurs offer fast and affordable internet access in public
spaces. Express Wi-Fi seeks to help operators provide internet to
those who don't have reliable or affordable access, while at the
same time enabling local entrepreneurs to build a business of their
own. Facebook partners with licensed local internet service
providers or mobile operators to provide the Express Wi-Fi service
to local entrepreneur retailers that sell pre-paid Wi-Fi
connectivity to community residents. Customers can purchase fast,
reliable and affordable data packs via digital payments to access
the internet on the Express Wi-Fi network.
"Express Wi-Fi is part of Facebook's initiative to help bring
more people online globally," said Guy
Mordecai, Product Lead for Express Wi-Fi, Facebook. "We're
excited to launch the Express Wi-Fi Certified program and have
Ruckus as one of our initial partners. With this program, we hope
to expand the Express Wi-Fi ecosystem and work with partners like
Ruckus to help bring affordable Wi-Fi solutions to emerging
markets."
About Ruckus Networks
Ruckus Networks, an ARRIS company, is redefining connectivity
around the globe. With our partners, we build secure wired and
wireless access networks for organizations that place a premium on
connectivity experiences for end-users as well as simplicity for
IT.
About ARRIS
ARRIS International plc (NASDAQ: ARRS) is powering a smart,
connected world. The company's leading hardware, software and
services transform the way people and businesses stay informed,
entertained and connected. For more information, visit
www.arris.com.
Media contact:
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Toan
+1.408.250.1814
agnes.toan@arris.com
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