APEC 2006: Qualcomm will demonstrate some of the latest 3G inventions

On November 15, 2006 in Hanoi, QUALCOMM, the developer and inventor of CDMA technology and other advanced radio technologies, announced that it will demonstrate some of its latest inventions in radio technology. 3G CDMA, as well as efforts to support the living of people living in less-served areas, during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit (APEC Vietnam 2006) of leaders senior director (CEO) 2006.

Qualcomm is expected to take a long-term interest and choose to use 3G for continuing to promote economic development and transform the media industry in the world.

In a highly converged and mobile world, the role of wireless technology in helping develop economies and businesses is becoming increasingly important. The study has demonstrated that there is a strong correlation between the development of information and communication technology (ICT) and overall economic growth: each 1% increase in mobile phone use correlates with one level. increase GDP per capita by 240 USD; Each 1% increase in Internet penetration is correlated with an increase in GDP per capita of $ 493.

Dr. Paul E. Jacobs, CEO of Qualcomm said: ' We believe 3G CDMA wireless technology can improve the socio-economic conditions of less-served communities, helping people better access to communication, education, health care and emergency services. Access to 3G CDMA radio is the best way to improve voice and data communications for local communities, proven in improving their competitiveness and prosperity. As a leading wireless technology implementation company, Qualcomm is committed to working with the APEC community to support the growth of wireless industry in APEC economies '.

Also according to Dr. Jacobs, Qualcomm works with its partners to continuously work to create new and relevant opportunities for the entire mobile sector, including mobile operators and device manufacturers. , the final content and user provider. Through the efforts of Qualcomm and its partners, 3G CDMA has grown at an exponential rate - within 6 years of its launch, 3G CDMA has achieved about 402 million subscribers worldwide and has more than 30 million subscribers. 3G covers every quarter. In leading markets such as Japan, Korea and the United States, the number of 3G subscribers has exceeded the 2G subscriber base, indicating strong adoption of 3G as a consumer-selectable wireless technology.

Qualcomm sees a constant need for rural communication support and is rarely served around the world. The company strives to help make greater integration between these regions and the rest of the world community. This challenge is one of the key focus areas of the Company's Wireless Reach initiative.

Under the Wireless Reach program, in Vietnam, Qualcomm and its partners launched TOPIC64, a project that will bring 3G CDMA Internet links to underdeveloped regions in each province in 64 provinces of Vietnam.

Quacomm's Wireless Reach initiative seeks to connect communities with limited telecommunications access or no access to telecommunications, through the use of 3G technologies. The purpose of this initiative is to strengthen socio-economic development, focusing on education, administration, health care and public safety. Wireless Reach creates sustainable 3G projects through partnerships with non-governmental organizations, universities, government organizations, development agencies and other private companies.

L.Quang