KPN launches Telit's UMTS data card

July 5, 2005

Telit Communications, as partner for the supply of the data card to Option N.V, the wireless technology company, announces that KPN, the Dutch mobile operator, has selected Option's GlobeTrotter FUSION as the wireless broadband data solution for its mobile customers. KPN commercialises the data card as "Mobile Connect Card Wi-Fi/UMTS/GPRS."

KPN offers both fixed and mobile telecommunication services to consumer and business segments providing a wide range of mobile communication, information, entertainment and commercial services within the Dutch market. As a business partner, KPN supports their customers' activities with state-of-the-art integrated mobile communication solutions. The company serves more than 6.2 million mobile users in Holland and also operates mobile networks in Germany (E-Plus) and in Belgium (BASE) with substantial market presence in these countries through their strong local brands. KPN continues to invest in the future by implementing a convergent broadband strategy that combines cellular 3G/GPRS with traditional fixed line and Wi-Fi services.KPN has chosen Option's Globetrotter FUSION data card, integrating 3G/GPRS and Wi-Fi technologies in a single product, as the ideal convergent solution for its mobile users.

Telit Communications is an international provider of cutting-edge cellular M2M (Machine-to-Machine) technology, and a prominent branded enhanced value-added reseller (EVAR) of a range of advanced cellular devices worldwide. Telit is both a producer and marketer of advanced cellular technology and products. Telit owns a large number of valuable patents and has especially strong in-house technology and development expertise. This mix of technological proficiency and marketing know-how has allowed Telit to effectively penetrate numerous market segments by rapidly adapting existing manufacturer products to market or brand-specific demands.