Messaging on your cell phone will be getting a lot more exciting with the launch of Virgin Mobile USA’s (NYSE: VM) X-tc from Kyocera Wireless. The phone is equipped with a sleek, slide-out QWERTY keypad that’s perfect for text fiends and fans. The answer to all your messaging needs, the X-tc keeps you connected with full messaging capabilities including IM and email support. The device will retail for $99.99 without an annual contract and will be rolling out to retail stores in April. The X-tc is scheduled to go on sale online at virginmobileusa.com on April 6. Information about the X-tc is available at http://www.virginmobileusa.com/ phones/catalog.do. (more…)
On 03.16.09, In Mobile, By Editor
On 09.14.07, In Mobile, By Editor
Group of operators, vendors win appeal; decision does not cover Qualcomm’s own imports, but chip maker vows to fight on.
The U.S. court of appeals for the federal circuit Wednesday granted a stay on the International Trade Commission’s import ban on Qualcomm-equipped mobile handsets.
The ban, imposed in June following a patent dispute between Qualcomm and rival Broadcom, effectively prohibited the import of new CDMA devices into the U.S.
The appeal was launched by a number of third parties that manufacture, import and sell mobile phones powered by the Qualcomm chipsets the ITC had ruled infringed Broadcom patents.
Kyocera Wireless, Motorola, Samsung, Sanyo Fisher, AT&T, T-Mobile, LG and MobileComm won their case by arguing that the ITC lacked the authority to ban products imported by companies other than Qualcomm.
The stay applies only to the above companies that filed motions in the case. It does not affect Qualcomm’s own imports.
“We are pleased that the court of appeals recognised the undeserved harm to parties who were not named in the lawsuit, and that our customers will continue to be able to introduce new products into the U.S. marketplace during the appeals process,” said Alex H. Rogers, senior vice president and legal counsel, Qualcomm, in a statement.
Wednesday’s victory is a rare one for the U.S. chip maker in its ongoing dispute with Broadcom.
The initial ban on products carrying Qualcomm chips was imposed in June, after Qualcomm was ordered to pay $19.6 million in damages for infringing Broadcom’s patents.
At the time Qualcomm CEO Paul Jacobs highlighted that the decision would affect third parties, such as T-Mobile and AT&T, who were not able to put their case forward during the infringement proceedings.
In August Qualcomm looked to the White House to veto the ITC’s decision, but it was upheld by the Bush administration, triggering appeals from both Qualcomm and the third parties.
In a related case, shortly afterwards the federal court ruled that Qualcomm would not be permitted to enforce two of its own patents relating to video transmitting technology, that it alleged had been infringed upon by Broadcom. This decision came after Qualcomm was judged to have concealed the patents from the standards-setting body, the Joint Video Team.
Amidst these setbacks, Qualcomm’s legal counsel Lou Lupin resigned in August.
Qualcomm said it will continue to push for a reversal of the original ruling in the patent infringement case filed by Broadcom.
On 01.23.07, In Mobile, By Editor
Yahoo writes…Kyocera Wireless, a leading global manufacturer of CDMA wireless phones and devices, today announced that the Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router has been upgraded to support CDMA2000® 1x Evolution Data Optimized (EV-DO) Revision A (Rev. A). Rev. A is an upgraded network technology recently launched with several CDMA wireless service providers that offers uplink and downlink speeds rivaling broadband landline connections. The award-winning KR1 Mobile Router is backward compatible with CDMA2000 1xEV-DO Release 0 (Rel. 0) networks and current KR1 users can download free firmware
The Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router takes a single CDMA2000 1xEV-DO Rel. 0 or Rev. A connection and creates a mobile Wi-Fi hot spot using 802.11b&g technologies, allowing connectivity for multiple PCs. By supporting the new Rev. A networks, Kyocera’s award-winning router delivers download speeds reaching over one megabit per second (1 Mbps) and upload speeds up to 800 kilobytes per second (800 kbps). The KR1 Mobile Router is a universal accessory that is compatible with most PCMCIA EV-DO cards, including the Kyocera Passport KPC650, or with most USB-enabled EV-DO handsets.
“CDMA wireless networks are quickly evolving to Rev. A, offering the fastest wireless data speeds on the market and allowing laptops users to take advantage of new content and capabilities,” said Jim Kelly, executive vice president and chief operating officer at Kyocera Wireless Corp. “The KR1 Mobile Router offers professionals and home users alike the ability to create and share a broadband wide area connection that compares with a DSL experience, even in remote and mobile environments. Kyocera Wireless is committed to supporting our carrier partners’ evolving network technologies as they roll out to ensure an optimized experience.”
The easy-to-use Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router can be installed in minutes virtually anywhere and provides high-speed Internet and data access for multiple users. An advanced firewall and additional security controls such as 128-bit WEP encryption provide protection against viruses, hacking and identity theft. A cost-effective alternative to traditional networks, the KR1 Mobile Router is especially useful for mobile work groups such as dispatch teams, consultants, road-warrior sales groups, satellite offices, command posts, and more. It can also be used as a reliable alternative for fixed-broadband services in households.
The Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router has received Editor’s Choice Awards from PC Magazine, E-Business Magazine, SMB Computing Magazine, The Best PC Magazine and Service Provider Weekly; won a 3G A-List Award; and was selected as a CNET “Best of CES 2006″ finalist.
Measuring 8.5 in x 5.3 in x 1.3 in and weighing less than a pound, the KR1 Mobile Router supports both CDMA2000 1xEV-DO Rev. A and Rel. 0 carrier networks and includes an intuitive configuration wizard and Web-based device management.
On 09.20.06, In Mobile, By Editor
SAN DIEGO and NEW YORK, Sept. 19 /PRNewswire/ — Kyocera Wireless Corp. (KWC), a leading global supplier of CDMA wireless devices and accessories, and Virgin Mobile USA, the nation’s primary wireless youth network, today announced that Kyocera has signed on as the Premier Partner for Virgin Festival By Virgin Mobile, scheduled for September 23 at Baltimore’s Pimlico Race Course.
Complementing day-long performances on two stages, headlined by the Red Hot Chili Peppers and The Who, will be a host of engaging interactive activities for the “texting generation,” sponsored by Kyocera Wireless. Concertgoers will be able to “Text2Screen,” sending texts to friends and all festival attendees via Jumbotrons flanking the stages — particularly easy for those using the new Kyocera Switch_Back messaging phone. Festival attendees will also be able to participate on-site in various Texting events including competitions and “Text2Win,” which makes each person who submits a text or picture message during the Festival eligible to win a range of prizes including Switch_Back phones, food coupons or festival t-shirts.
“Since providing Virgin Mobile’s first handsets four years ago, Kyocera Wireless has continued to design products with the style, features and affordability that speak to the Virgin Mobile generation,” said Tom Maguire, vice president of global marketing at Kyocera Wireless Corp. “We’re excited to be partnering with Virgin Mobile once again to showcase the Switch_Back’s Qwerty keyboard and larger-than-life messaging capabilities at what will surely be one of the year’s headline music events.”
“Being involved with Kyocera Wireless and incorporating their handsets into this event is adding a tremendous element of community and communication to an already amazing day of music,” said Howard Handler, chief marketing officer, Virgin Mobile USA. “Virgin Festival By Virgin Mobile is creating an amazing atmosphere for people to take in a diverse array of music and art, as well as text and talk with friends to share the experience as it’s happening.”
At the Festival, Kyocera users will be able to recharge their phones with solar-powered charging stations operated by Solio Solar. And, throughout the day, Virgin “Angels,” introduced at the British festival years ago, will roam the grounds providing additional Switch_Backs, charging facilities, new batteries and assistance for Text2Screen and Pic2Screen.
Virgin Festival by Virgin Mobile will be a music festival amid a full array of vendors and non-profit organizations as well as interactive art installations and performance art. The event was inspired by the Virgin Group’s world-renowned UK-based V Festival, established in 1996, which has become the musical embodiment of Virgin’s overall fan focus and edgy personality.
Tickets, priced at $97.50 for the full day, are still on sale through Ticketmaster (www.ticketmaster.com or 800-551-SEAT). Price includes 10% Maryland Admission & Amusement Tax and $1.50 for charity. More information about Virgin Festival By Virgin Mobile can be found at www.virginfestival.com.
About Kyocera Wireless Corp.
Kyocera Wireless Corp. is a leading supplier of innovative, feature-rich CDMA wireless devices and accessories for customers worldwide. Kyocera Wireless maintains an operating belief in the genius of simplicity and strives to make the wireless experience as simple and intuitive as humanly possible. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kyocera International Inc., which acquired QUALCOMM Incorporated’s CDMA consumer wireless phone business in February 2000. Based in San Diego, the company is ISO-14001 and ISO-9001 certified and has won city, state and federal awards for its environmentally friendly manufacturing and recycling practices. For more information, please visit www.kyocera-wireless.com.
About Kyocera Corporation
Kyocera Corporation (NYSE: KYO – News), the parent and global headquarters of the Kyocera Group, was founded in 1959 as a producer of advanced ceramics. By combining these engineered materials with metals and plastics, and integrating them with other technologies, Kyocera has become a leading supplier of telecommunications equipment, semiconductor packages, electronic components, cameras, laser printers, copiers, solar energy systems and industrial ceramics. During the year ended March 31, 2006, Kyocera Corporation’s consolidated net sales totaled approximately US$10 billion (1,181,489 million yen) with net income of approximately US$596 million (69,696 million yen).
About Virgin Mobile USA, LLC
Launched nationally in July of 2002, Virgin Mobile USA is the nation’s leading wireless youth network, serving more than 4 million customers united by a passion for music and entertainment. Virgin Mobile is a joint venture between Sir Richard Branson’s Virgin Group and Sprint Nextel, which operates one of the largest 100-percent digital, nationwide PCS wireless networks in the United States. J.D. Power and Associates has recognized Virgin Mobile as America’s top prepaid wireless carrier for Customer Satisfaction Excellence and for providing “An Outstanding Customer Service Experience” under the Certified Call Center Program.(SM) Virgin Mobile customers have access to a service portfolio that includes multiple voice pricing options, a full range of handsets and a broad array of messaging, music and mobile content offerings — without long-term contracts.
Virgin Mobile phones are available at more than 25,000 stores, with Top-Up cards available at more than 80,000 locations nationwide. Virgin Mobile products can also be purchased online at www.virginmobileusa.com or by calling Virgin Mobile At Your Service (1-888-322-1122).
About Virgin USA:
Virgin USA oversees and is responsible for all expansion of the Virgin brand in North America. With a reputation as one of the most exciting brands in the world, Virgin continues to blast into markets where the customer is being underserved, offering value for money, good quality, innovation, exceptional customer service, fun and a sense of competitive challenge. Existing businesses like Virgin Atlantic, the award-winning transatlantic airline, Virgin Megastores, the iconic & groundbreaking music stores, and Virgin Mobile, the wireless network encouraging youth to live on their own terms, have already laid a powerful footprint in North America. Building upon the success of these businesses, Virgin USA continues to look for opportunities in North America where it can offer something better, fresher and more valuable to consumers.
Source- http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/060919/cltu528.html?.v=41
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