Next Generation Activity

• 802.11/Wi Fi Integration:

  • Step 1: embed 802.11 access point in AS40X0 ST – done in 2002
  • Step 2: incorporate 802.11 OEM card for select terminals
  • Step 3: incorporate 802.11 chipset
  • Improves WipLL self install capability 5x

• Smart Antenna Adoption

  • Antenna identified
  • Expect prototype 2H03/product 1Q04

• WiMAX forum:

  • Founding member with Intel
  • Provides standards based wide area architecture
  • Catalyst to growth a.k.a. 802.11/Wi Fi for wide areas
  • Expect products late 2004

These steps combat other “next gen” first offerings, such as Navini

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