TTP to Integrate Smartphone into GSM Kit

TTP Communications has signed a collaborative agreement with Microsoft, to integrate support for Microsoft's Windows Powered Smartphone and Pocket PC software platforms with TTPCom's GSM/GPRS protocol stack technology and wireless modem designs. TTPCom will also provide test and verification services for manufacturers, to ensure successful integration of Microsoft software with modem services.

TTPCom and Microsoft's collaborative work provides a very low risk, 'out of the box' solution which allows both original equipment and original design manufacturers (OEMs/ODMs) who are developing the latest handsets, to reach market within a reduced timeframe. It is anticipated that manufacturers licensing the technology today, will be able to launch smartphones on the market before Christmas 2003.

"Our solution for Microsoft Smartphone is already well advanced, and we are currently able to demonstrate GSM, GPRS and the Microsoft Windows CE multiplexer working simultaneously in the lab," said Andy Halley, Open Platforms Product Manager at TTPCom. "What this means for a Smartphone user is that whilst he's receiving an email, he could for example, take an incoming voice call or text message, check his diary and add a task to his to do list, and then return seamlessly to his email. Given that smartphones have colour screens and additional functionality, we've also focused on extending the battery life. Finally, the extensive test and integration work that we have done ensures that the solution is robust and stable. This focus on a rewarding user experience is one of the things that will drive mass market acceptance of these new devices."

Posted to the site on 29th April 2003