SWEDEN, Dec, 4, 2000 (PRIMEZONE) -- The Axis Communications solution for Internet access via Bluetooth(tm) wireless technology, the AXIS 9010 Bluetooth Access Point, will begin global volume delivery in Q1 2001. Smaller volumes are available through the Mobile Internet Partner Program. The price is set at $495.
The, AXIS 9010, was first shown in May 2000. It is already being tested and evaluated with selected partners.
The Bluetooth Access Point is a central building block in the Axis solution for mobile Internet access for Bluetooth wireless technology. A solution in which a system of local mobile networks are created in public environments, such as airports, hotels and shopping centers.
Users of laptops, personal digital assistants (PDAs), mobile phones and other mobile devices that are equipped with Bluetooth wireless technology can use the Access Point to make a broadband connection to the Internet without having to detour through a mobile phone network. They also have access to e-mail, their corporate network, as well as localized information. The solution gives businesses such as hotels, airports and shopping centers the opportunity to become their own mobile Internet service provider.
The Axis solution will be previewed at the following events:
-- Telecom Asia 2000, Hong Kong , December 4-9, 2000
-- The Bluetooth Developers' Conference, San Jose, Calif. USA,
December 5-7, 2000
-- Press Briefing, Stockholm, Sweden, December 11, 2000.
About Axis Communications
Axis Communications is a leader in network connectivity and emerging wireless Internet-based services. The company develops and markets solutions that enhance communications between people and how they interact with information, empowering individuals and improving the overall effectiveness of organizations.
Founded in 1984, Axis employs more than 500 people worldwide, including the 50 percent owned subsidiary, Netch Technologies. Axis is headquartered in Lund, Sweden and has a total of 28 offices throughout North America, Asia and Europe. Axis is a publicly traded company on the OM Stockholm Exchange's O-list. Information about Axis can be found at http://www.axis.com
Axis is a registered trademark of Axis Communications AB. BLUETOOTH is a trademark owned by Aktiebolaget LM Ericsson and licensed to Axis. All other company names and products are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.