Nokia continues to combine mobile communications and the Internet with a unique GPRS software solution for both new and existing Nokia GSM operator customers.
To upgrade current GSM radio networks for commercial GPRS services, the Nokia solution includes unique new software that can be remotely downloaded to Nokia Base Stations, therefore no remote cell site visits are needed. These capabilities will be added to all Nokia Base Stations in the course of the regular release cycle, meaning that the GPRS-enabling software upgrade will be supplied to close to 90 GSM operators worldwide.
Nokia has already launched a GPRS core network system that supports open standards and multi-vendor interoperability. The solution includes both Internet Protocol (IP) core, as well as integrated service management and billing solutions. The system will also enable operators to be first to market with GPRS packet data services. This, combined with the unique software solution for BSS will enable GPRS services next year.
"Nokia`s complete GPRS solution enables new and existing GSM operators to take significant steps in providing secure mobile access to the Internet, intranet and other IP-based services, based on open, non proprietary standards. Nokia`s GPRS upgrade solution for base stations is yet another example of our innovative designs and solution developments for operators to migrate cost effectively towards new service offerings," says Olli Oittinen, Vice President, Marketing and Sales, Radio Access Systems, Nokia Networks. "Nokia`s GPRS system and other innovations, such as the triple mode Nokia UltraSite are the answer for meeting increasing demands that higher data traffic will place on GSM networks in the coming years."
GPRS offers instant packet-switched connections to data networks via GSM technology. In addition to allowing faster and easier Internet access, this continuous connectivity enables a variety of new applications, such as multimedia messaging, wireless corporate intranet, remote control and maintenance of appliances, and any number of monitoring or surveillance applications.
Nokia is paving the way to the mobile information society with its innovative products and solutions. Nokia is the leading mobile phone supplier and a leading supplier of mobile, fixed and IP networks including related services. It also supplies multimedia terminals and computer displays. In 1998, net sales totaled EUR 13.3 billion (USD 15.7 billion). Headquartered in Finland, Nokia is listed on the New York (NOK), Helsinki, Stockholm, London, Frankfurt and Paris stock exchanges and employs more than 51 000 people.
Nokia Mobile Phones are imported and distributed by the RF Group in South Africa. The RF Group is one of the largest suppliers of cellular phones and accessories in the country.
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