Nokia, Intel Pen WiMax Pact
June 10, 2005
The companies look to answer key questions about the promising (but unproven) wireless broadband technology.
Questions have long swirled around WiMax An increasing number of wireless and IT firms are teaming up to find the answers. The latest are Nokia The mobile specialist and the chipmaking giant will embark on a range of initiatives that will explore everything from base stations to wireless devices.
Eventually, the companies hope to demonstrate products to service providers that will enhance data services and complement third-generation Finally, Intel and Nokia will work with standards bodies to finalize the WiMax 802.16e specification, which will offer increased portability of broadband Internet access.
Intel, which recently debuted its first WiMax chip, has been reaching out to carriers and network equipment makers.
Last month, the Santa Clara, Calif., company signed a deal with Sprint WiMax supports very high bit rates in uploading and downloading from a base station at distances of up to 30 miles. Advocates say it could bring super high-speed Internet access, VoIP In addition, WiMax systems could be used by service providers, backhauling traffic from carriers' main networks to alleviate congestion and trim costs. and Intel
, which announced a broad WiMax partnership today.
to develop technical standards, test equipment and check interoperability with other network components in hopes of laying the groundwork for new devices and services.