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Novatel Wireless Launches World's Smallest USB Modem

Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2007 10:41 am
by Apoptosis
Novatel Wireless Introduces Next Generation HSUPA USB Mobile Data Modem for
Fixed and Mobile Environments

Ovation MC950D HSUPA USB Modem Combines the World's Smallest Form Factor
with Cutting Edge 3G Technology to Provide Unprecedented Broadband User
Experience
SAN DIEGO - July 18, 2007 - Novatel Wireless Inc., (Nasdaq:NVTL) a leading
provider of wireless broadband solutions, today announced the Ovation MC950D
USB Modem, a HSUPA Mobile Broadband device that carries the distinction of
being the world's smallest HSUPA USB modem. The MC950D also delivers marquis
performance with upload and downlink speeds that meet or exceed traditional
home DSL and cable modems.

Optimized for HSPA and EDGE/GPRS worldwide networks, the Ovation MC950D is a
tri-band HSPA and quad band EDGE/GPRS modem designed to be extremely durable
and fit comfortably in any pocket. For use in the home, at the office, or on
the road, the MC950D provides instant on-the-go mobile broadband access to
surf the net, check email, access important business documents and much
more.

³The MC950D is the embodiment of innovation and a testament to the
unparalleled prowess of Novatel's engineering,² said Rob Hadley, senior vice
president, worldwide sales & marketing for Novatel Wireless. ³With the
introduction of the MC950D, Novatel Wireless continues to push the envelope
in design and performance, providing consumers with the ultimate mobile
broadband experience.²

With support for 7.2 Mbps downlink speeds and 2.1 Mbps uplink upon launch,
the MC950D offers users notably faster speeds than legacy mobile data
modems.

The Ovation MC950D packs an impressive assortment of features into its
miniature form factor, including fully integrated diversity antennae,
receiver diversity and equalizer support to improve performance in noisy and
highly mobile environments. Mobilink Lite Connection Manager Software is
pre-installed on the device, significantly improving the user's out-of-box
experience by eliminating the need to install drivers from a CD.

The Ovation MC950D is currently in the final stages of testing with leading
carriers throughout EMEA, and is expected to be commercially available this
quarter through a variety of Novatel Wireless¹s new and existing tier-one
operator customers.

ABOUT NOVATEL WIRELESS
Novatel Wireless, Inc. is revolutionizing wireless communications. The
company is a leader in the design and development of innovative wireless
broadband access solutions based on 3G WCDMA (HSPA & UMTS), CDMA and GSM
technologies. Novatel Wireless' MerlinTM PC Cards and ExpressCards,
Expedite® Embedded Modules, MobiLink Communications Software Suite,
Ovation Fixed Mobile Convergence Products and Conversa Software Suite
enable high-speed wireless Internet access. The company delivers innovative
3G solutions to operators, distributors and vertical markets worldwide.
Headquartered in San Diego, California, Novatel Wireless is listed on
NASDAQ: NVTL. For more information please visit http://www.novatelwireless.com.
(NVTL)