SAN DIEGO, June 28, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Novatel Wireless,
Inc., (Nasdaq: NVTL) a leading provider of wireless broadband
solutions, today introduced the Expedite(TM) E351, Expedite(TM)
E362 and Expedite(TM) E371 embedded modules, extending its
innovative embedded mobile broadband portfolio to next-generation
connectivity.
"We are seeing great market momentum from both tier-one OEMs and
wireless carriers to get next-generation modules embedded in
portable devices," said Rob Hadley,
CMO of Novatel Wireless. "Building on our longstanding tier-one
carrier and OEM relationships and adding our leading design,
integration and certification expertise, we are primed to serve the
market need for next-generation mobile broadband."
Developing on the proven performance of the Expedite product
line, Novatel Wireless' LTE embedded modules are optimized for
power efficiency, thermal performance and weight. The modules
further expand service possibilities for target devices by
providing enhanced GPS/GNAA capabilities, allowing users to
retrieve position data for navigation and location-based
applications. Additional key features include Novaspeed, which
provides higher throughput via proprietary network traffic
prioritization, and Novatel Wireless' superior Connection Manager -
Mobilink 3 - supporting Windows 7, Vista, XP and Mac. A rich set of
APIs is also available to developers through the software
development kit. The solutions are powered by Qualcomm's
MDM9200(TM) and MDM9600(TM) multi-mode 3G/LTE chipsets. The new
modules support:
- Expedite E351 provides multimode support for LTE and EV-DO
Rev. A and backward compatibility for all CDMA networks.
- Expedite E362 adds global roaming capabilities with support of
LTE, EV-DO Rev. A, HSPA+, UMTS and backward compatibility to existing
2G and 3G GSM and CDMA networks.
- Expedite E371 provides support for LTE with backward
compatibility to dual carrier HSPA+, UMTS, EDGE and GPRS.
Novatel Wireless' suite of embedded modules provides innovative
solutions to integrate high-speed data connectivity into notebooks,
netbooks, tablets and other portable entertainment devices. As the
leading provider of mobile broadband solutions, Novatel Wireless'
embedded portfolio builds on proven performance, high efficiency
and compact design offering industry-leading flexibility,
convenience and reliability.
Novatel Wireless' LTE embedded modules are expected to launch
commercially aligned with carriers' LTE roll-out and commercial
chipset availability starting in the 2nd half of 2010.
ABOUT NOVATEL WIRELESS
Novatel Wireless, Inc. is a leader in the design and development
of innovative wireless broadband access solutions based on 3G and
4G wireless technologies. Novatel Wireless' Intelligent Mobile
Hotspot products, software, USB modems and embedded modules enable
high-speed wireless Internet access on leading wireless data
networks. The Company delivers specialized wireless solutions to
carriers, distributors, OEMs and vertical markets worldwide.
Headquartered in San Diego,
California, Novatel Wireless is listed on NASDAQ: NVTL. For
more information please visit www.novatelwireless.com. (NVTLG)
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