ADVISORY, Jan. 28, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) --
WHAT: Leading mobile communications executives will participate in
a live Webcast hosted by the CDMA Development Group (CDG)
(www.cdg.org). The Webcast will explore how the CDMA2000(r)
industry is enabling the delivery of ultra-low cost 3G devices.
Key topics will include:
* Overview of the strategy used to deliver ultra-low cost
CDMA2000 devices
* Current availability of ultra-low cost 3G CDMA devices
* Reduced Bill of Material (BOM) solutions and their
segmentation
* Global Handset Requirements for CDMA (GHRC) initiative
* Building economies of scale through device aggregation
efforts
* CDMA Certification Forum (CCF) test and certification
process
* Market trends and implications for operators
WHO: Joe Lawrence, vice president of marketing at the CDG, will
moderate the discussion.
Panelists include:
* David Hind, GHRC Representative, CDMA Development Group
* Jorge De La Mora, Supply Chain Director, Iusacell
The CDMA Development Group is a trade association formed to
foster the worldwide development, implementation and use of
CDMA2000 technologies. The more than 130 member companies of
the CDG include many of the world's largest wireless carriers
and equipment manufacturers. The primary activities of the CDG
include development of CDMA2000 features and services, public
relations, education and seminars, regulatory affairs and
international support. Currently, there are more than 500
individuals working within various CDG subcommittees on
CDMA2000-related matters.
WHEN: Friday, February 1, 2008 - Live Webcast will last approximately
one hour, with the opportunity to submit questions online. The
Webcast will begin at 8:30 a.m. PT.
WHERE: Participation is limited and pre-registration is required.
Contact the CDG News Bureau at + 1 (714) 540-1030, or
cdg@bockpr.com to obtain information on the Webcast and to
register for the event.