Wednesday, 27 February 2008

HP and Qualcomm to Deliver Options for Internet Access

HP and Qualcomm announced that they are working together to incorporate Qualcomm's Gobi global mobile Internet technology in select 2008 HP business notebooks to enable high-speed connectivity on 3G UMTS HSPA with a single wireless solution.

Gobi technology enhances HP notebook customers's choice of mobile operators and will help increase international roaming capabilities. Mike Concannon, vice president of product management for Qualcomm CDMA Technologies said that with the integration of Gobi technology into HP notebooks, the two companies bring unparalleled connectivity to notebook users and enabling them to access the Internet without having to search for a Wi-Fi hotspot.

Regarding this collaboration, HP continually strives to meet the demands of the mobile professional. Carol Hess-Nickels, Director of Business Notebook Marketing, Personal Systems Group, HP said that they see Qualcomm's Gobi technology as a growing trend for the future of notebook computing. "Incorporating the Gobi solution into our award-winning notebooks provides HP customers the confidence that their notebook will work on a variety of networks around the world and help keep them connected on the go," Hess-Nickels said.

Beside HP and Qualcomm, Vodafone is committed to growing the market for 3G broadband, with particular focus on the built-in laptop sector. "The Gobi platform is a significant step forward, providing greater accessibility to data services for our customers on the move," said Oliver Mauss, Global Director of Business Marketing of Vodafone.