3G and Wi-Fi for Flexible Connectivity

US : Novatel Wireless announced the availability of MobiLink 2.0 software, a universal connection manager that enables users to access 3G wireless wide area networks (WWAN) and Wi-Fi networks with any Novatel Wireless PC Card Modem or embedded wireless card.

MobiLink 2.0 is a wireless connectivity application that manages the connection of WWAN, Wi-Fi and Ethernet devices to allow quick and easy access to email, the Internet and corporate networks anytime, from any location. With MobiLink 2.0 and a wireless device, mobile users can stay productive and connected to customers and colleagues while out of the office. MobiLink is optimally engineered to work with all of Novatel Wireless' Merlin(TM) Family of Wireless Modems as well as Expedite embedded modules for best-in-class 3G wireless broadband access connectivity.

"We see 3G and Wi-Fi as complementary wireless technologies and in order for businesses to maintain a competitive edge, they need to provide their employees with mobile solutions that work on any wireless network available," said Peter Leparulo, CEO of Novatel Wireless. "By providing access to 3G and Wi-Fi networks across the globe, we are giving mobile users a complete package to enable high-speed wireless connections when they need it most, no matter where they are. Novatel Wireless continues to maintain its wireless industry leadership by developing convenient and innovative solutions such as MobiLink 2.0."

The design of MobiLink allows for hot swapping of 3G devices. Users can plug and unplug a 3G wireless device and MobiLink will automatically recognize the technology and dynamically change the display to show the relevant information. MobiLink 2.0 is currently available in 17 languages, enabling the global use of the technology. The software is designed with customizable skins, to allow customers to provide their own look and feel.

Novatel Wireless is the worldwide leader in UMTS PC Card sales with Merlin UMTS PC Cards available from 15 operators in 18 countries throughout Asia, Africa, Europe, the Middle East and North America.