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TELUS Mobility to market Ascendent Telecom's Wireless Connect™ solution to its digital PCS and Mike clients across Canada

Calgary, Alberta, June 28, 2001 - TELUS Mobility today announced a new distribution agreement with Ascendent Telecommunications Inc. that will further enhance its wireless office solution offering. Under terms of the relationship, TELUS Mobility will market Ascendent's Wireless Connect™ product to clients of both its digital PCS and Mike networks.

TELUS Mobility's wireless office solution converts a TELUS Mobility wireless phone into a virtual extension of a corporate telephone system. That means one number and one voice mail no matter where a client might be in TELUS Mobility's expansive North American coverage area.

"This agreement provides TELUS Mobility with the ability to offer innovative new solutions to businesses with mobile workforces," said Robert Blumenthal, TELUS Mobility's vice president, Wireless Internet Services. "It's the speed of response that provides a competitive advantage. With our wireless office solution, clients are able to respond quickly and resolve time-critical issues in the field as well as in the office."

Ascendent Telecommunications' Wireless Connect technology is a hardware and software solution that allows a wireless phone to be linked quickly and seamlessly to a corporate telephone system, such as a private branch exchange (PBX). When Wireless Connect is installed, a client's wireless handset has the features of a desktop phone, including abbreviated dialing, simultaneous ringing of the desktop and TELUS wireless handset, and single voice mail access and notification. Unlike the desktop phone, these features work while the client is anywhere within TELUS Mobility's coverage areas in Canada and those of its roaming partners across the United States.

"Integrating Wireless Connect with TELUS Mobility's digital PCS and Mike networks provides an innovative solution for the mobile professional to be in contact with clients, colleagues and other business associates whether they are in the office or on the road," said Stephen Snider, Ascendent's senior vice president of Sales and Marketing,

For more information, please contact: Stephen Snider (703) 444-8357 Ascendent Telecommunications Inc. ssnider@ascendenttelecom.com

Michelle Wesley-Ford (703) 426-1719 Ascendent Telecommunications Inc. mwford@cox.rr.com

Diana Ward (403) 371-5074 TELUS Mobility diana.ward@telus.com

Plans Release of Corresponding Handsets.June 25, 2001--KDDI and the au group announced that from July 4, they will start a new service for their wireless Internet service called "ezplus", which will run on Java*1-based technology. KDDI will also release two new handsets; the C451H by HITACHI and the C452CA by CASIO, both of which will have APLIX Corporation's Java-enabled "JBlend"*2 environment, and will run the "ezplus" service. By using OMRON Corporation's mobile agent function "Jumon", and by being capable of running rich 50KB applications, the industry's largest, KDDI and the au Group's ezplus service will offer whole new styles for using cell phones.

Please refer below for details.

*1: Java and Java-related products are trademarks of Sun Microsystems Inc. of the U.S.*2: JBlend is a registered trademark of Aplix

About "ezplus"

1.Main features (1) Runs the industry's largest application programRuns applet's of 50 kilobytes, the industry's largest Displays contents with high resolution picture quality

(2) Real-time communication function:Handsets running ezplus use c-mail "Oshaberi (CHAT) Mode" for high-speed communication

(3) Mobile agent function installed in a mobile phone for the first time:By utilizing OMRON's "Jumon", it will be possible to transfer programs (agents) from one mobile phone to another, while the Object Request Broker function will make it possible to manipulate mobile phone programs. These functions will make it possible to use communication applications and one-to-one applications easily.

(4) Personal Information:It will be possible to make use of personal information such as addresses, places, current time etc...that are stored in handsets. Applications will, therefore, be more tailored to suit users' needs. Application programs will be checked beforehand by KDDI. Security is ensured since ezplus will be distributed from KDDI's own network server.

2. Service start time

From July 4, 2001 nationwide * KDDI will from this fall equip ezplus with gpsOne location information services that use global positioning satellites and also start a new service Phase2 that corresponds to HTTP communications.

3. Content providers

17 companies will offer a total of 32 contents, 92 applications with more to come in the future.

ezplus handsets

The new models C451H and C452CA use EZweb@mail and c-mail's new "Oshaberi(CHAT)Mode" which have more e-mail functions, and are able to send, receive and save e-mails with screen files as well as receiving e-mails with a 5000 characters. C451H and C452CA are straight-type handsets with color liquid crystal displays, and 16 standard ringing melodies.

1. Principal features

(1) Hitachi C451H

Download games from HITACHI's websiteUsers will be able to access the "Hitachi Keitai Fan Site" from the EZweb direct menu and download and enjoy a wide range of ezplus applications. "Omoshiro Ko-ka On" (funny mood music) and "Kabegami" (wall paper) are available.

ATOK Pocket installedJapanese language conversion engine "ATOK Pocket for Mobile Phone" which is already used for C407H is also installed. ATOK Pocket will quickly and correctly convert letters into newly used words and teenager words, and will be particularly useful for e-mails and the "Oshaberi Mode".

SoundsThe large caliber dynamic speaker phone will play expressive FM sounds and 16 melodies for incoming calls. Original incoming melodies can be created from the three octave and has a maximum 256 sounds. If you input the image and codes, 13 chords will also be available.

Illumination that shines with incoming melodyOn receiving a call, lights on the back of the handset will shine with 7 colors. Users can select the colors and the orders as well as the blinking patterns. For those who register, users can tailor melodies and colors.

(2) Casio G'zOne C452CA

Pre-installed ezplus applicationsUsers will be able to enjoy three pre-installed applications when they buy handsets. "Suki Suki Pair Kyara"(by Bandai) is a new mail communication tool utilizing ezplus's mobile agent, in which a certain character will play an agent role that transfers notice boards and gives presents to your friends' characters. Also Tokuuchi Apli (sammy 2001*1) and Densha de Go! Enodenhen will be available.*1: Tokuuchi Apli is Source Next�fs registered brand.

G'zOne performanceJIS Protection Level 7 *2 water resistant and impact-resistant, to cope with the wear and tear of daily life.*2: JIS protection level 7: Water will not get into the phone after being left in water of 1-meter depth for 30 minutes.

Convenient menu functionsUsers can customize the menu screen by combining 3 icons and 4 backgrounds.Users can also download icons like "Afro-Ken" from EZweb contents "Machiuke Kyara Getter"(Bandai) for an additional charge. Users can register and access up to 3 short-cuts like favorite games and Karaoke songs.

G'zOne siteCasio G'zOne site will have fun information like wallpaper and recommended contents. "G'zOne Tokei" will be available for download as an ezplus application.

SAN DIEGO, June 25-- Leap Wireless International, Inc., an innovator of wireless communications services, today announced the launch of its Cricket Comfortable Wireless service in Columbus, Ga. This is the second of two markets this year in Georgia to begin offering Leap's Cricket flat-rate, all-you-can-talk, local wireless service. Cricket was launched in Macon, Ga. on June 14.

"Columbus is an ideal city for our Cricket Comfortable wireless service, as so many of its residents live, work and play in the same vicinity," said Harvey P. White, Leap's chairman and CEO. "Our Cricket service will enable Columbus residents to make all their local calls from within our local service area without worrying about the time of day they talk or who they talk to locally -- all without worrying about an expensive bill at the end of month." Leap owns or has rights to acquire licenses covering approximately a quarter of the U.S. population -- 72.7 million potential customers (1998 POPs) in 36 states. Included in this number are 22 licenses covering approximately 22 million potential customers (1998 POPs) on which Leap was the high bidder in an FCC Auction 35 that ended in January 2001. It is unclear when or whether the FCC will transfer these licenses to Leap because of a June 22, 2001 U.S. Court of Appeals opinion stating that the FCC violated the United States Bankruptcy Code in canceling NextWave's licenses (which were then auctioned in Auction 35). The 22 licenses that Leap won in Auction 35 were all NextWave licenses that the FCC reclaimed.

CONTACT:

Sarah Thailing, Media Relations, 858-882-6018, or sthailing@leapwireless.com, or Jim Seines, Investor Relations, 858-882-6084, or jseines@leapwireless.com, both of Leap Wireless; or Jessica Levy, Media Relations of Bock Communications, 714-540-1030, or jlevy@bockpr.com, for Leap Wireless

KANSAS CITY, Mo., June 25, 2001--Sprint and Sanyo Fisher Company today unveiled the Sprint PCS Phone SCP-6000 by Sanyo, the thinnest wireless phone in the United States. Designed to fit stealthily into almost any pocket or purse, the fashionably thin phone has a magnesium alloy face plate to provide extra strength and durability. Available exclusively through Sprint PCS, the SCP-6000 is expected on store shelves the first part of July.

This sleek and ultra compact new phone measures a mere .36 inches deep and 5 inches high by 1 1/2 inches wide. It weighs only 2.29 ounces with its standard Lithium Ion battery attached.

An optional software/cable package lets users personalize the phone by downloading up to 20 digital photos of friends, family and business associates, which can then be synchronized with phone book entries, providing an onscreen "Photo Caller ID¨ with select incoming calls. Up to five additional images of anything from pets to vacation photos can be downloaded and used as standby image "wallpaper.¨ The optional software/cable package also allows users to download up to 22 additional ringers in midi file format. The customizable (green or orange) backlit display is ideal for low to no light environments.

The Sprint PCS Phone SCP-6000 by Sanyo is exceptionally easy to use, offering one-touch Sprint PCS Wireless Web access, one-touch voice memo, voice-activated dialing, call screening and adjustable font sizes. It is available for $299.99 at Sprint Stores and other participating retailers within the Sprint PCS 100-percent digital, 100-percent PCS nationwide wireless network.

"The Sprint PCS Phone SCP-6000 by Sanyo will immediately attract attention with its ultra-thin and light design," said Charles Levine, president of Sprint PCS. "With the incredibly compact SCP-6000, the thinnest wireless phone in the U.S., and the recent availability of the SCP-5000, the first wireless phone in the U.S. with a full-color screen, Sprint PCS and Sanyo are creating the cutting-edge devices that are extremely popular overseas and making them available in the U.S., only through Sprint PCS."

"The SCP-6000 offers its owners an outstanding user experience," said Atsushi Kodera, group vice president, general manager of Sanyo Fisher Company's Communications/Information Technology Division. "This phone is small and thin enough to fit in a pocket, yet it's designed for superior durability while providing an excellent feature package."

Features on the Sprint PCS Phone SCP-6000 by Sanyo include call screening, which functions like a home answering machine, letting the user decide whether or not to take the call while a supplied or user-recorded announcement greets the caller. One-touch voice memo allows up to eight 18-second memos or screened calls to be recorded simply by pressing a key. Voice-activated dialing lets users call up to 30 stored entries by speaking the name into the handset¡¦s microphone.

One-button Web access makes Sprint PCS Wireless Web navigation fast and easy. Access to menu options, including Sprint PCS e-mail accounts, also can be easily achieved with the thumb-operable navigation key which offers mouse-like speed and convenience.

The phone's standard Lithium Ion battery (included) offers 2.25 hours of digital talk time or 160 hours of digital standby time. An optional high-capacity Lithium Ion battery can provide four hours of digital talk time or 275 hours of digital standby time. The SCP-6000 is a single-band design: 1.9 gigahertz digital transmission (CDMA).

Highlights of the Sprint PCS Phone SCP-6000 by Sanyo include:Personalization: Photo Caller ID Downloadable Images including wallpaper (up to 25) Animation: if enabled, animation occurs while placing a call 16 harmonious 4-chord ringer melodies, plus silent-vibrating ringer alert (Six classic melody ringer selections,five unique ringer selections: old fashioned telephone, pigeon, rooster crow, laser missile or morning drive) Downloadable Ringers (up to 22) Customized Backlighting: orange or green Adjustable LCD screen contrast allows five contrast variations to ensure optimal viewability Adjustable font sizes; the user can choose from four font sizes for message and browser functions to optimize legibility Enhanced Internal Phone Book: Enhanced phone book stores up to 300 phone book entries, up to seven numbers per entry; and holds up to 500 phone numbers and 300 e-mail and web addresses Personal ProfileProductivity Tools: Electronic Organizer: a scheduler/calendar, to-do list, event manager and function alarms remind the user of important events or calls to be made One-Touch Web Access One-Touch Voice Memo Voice-activated dialing for up to 30 phone book numbers, voice screening, and voice memo for up to eight, 18-second messages 2.5mm headset jack for connecting ear bud for convenient, hands-free operation.Wireless Data Tools: Wireless circuit switched data and fax capabilities Mini-Browser (phone.com, 4.1) for Email and Internet Access. Check your stocks, weather, flight schedule, or the latest news to find out if your favorite sports team won, and message your friends to let them know!

The Sprint PCS Phone SCP-6000 by Sanyo includes a standard battery, travel charger, user guide, quick reference guide and accessory guide.

Contacts:Nancy Sherrer, Sprint PCS Media Relations913.762.7032E-mail: nsherr02@mail.sprintpcs.com

Michael R. Harris, Harris Public Relations for Sanyo Fisher Company714.966.0258E-mail: hpr1@earthlink.net

VANCOUVER, British Columbia--June 21, 2001-- Stockgroup.com Holdings Inc., a financial media and technology company, is pleased to announce an agreement with TELUS Mobility to deliver Web-based financial content and tools to their more than 2 million clients across Canada.

``We are pleased to have been chosen by TELUS Mobility to deliver comprehensive and unique financial information to their clients,'' stated Marcus New, Chairman and CEO of Stockgroup. ``We are committed to continually innovating our development of cutting-edge financial tools and content for our B2B and B2C customers so that they are empowered with financial content anytime, anywhere.''

TELUS Mobility Pocket Web clients can access Stockgroup.com financial information using their web ready wireless phones. Content includes general market and unique small cap news and commentary, produced by Stockgroup's smallcapcenter.com team of financial reporters. Tools delivered include proprietary quote look-up and portfolio manager tools drawn from a database of 21,000 public companies. ``At TELUS Mobility, we are constantly searching for the most useful and compelling online content to make our wireless Web service an informative and valuable resource,'' said Robert Blumenthal, TELUS Mobility's Vice President, Wireless Internet Services. ``We think our clients will be impressed with what Stockgroup.com has to offer, and we are pleased to add this site to our line up.''

TELUS Mobility's Pocket Web wireless Internet service is available on all of its web ready digital phones. Access to the wireless web is so growing in popularity that investment analysts are predicting that by the year 2005, there will be 100 million users of wireless Internet services in North America alone.

June 21, 2001 — BEDMINSTER, NJ and MONTREAL, QC — Verizon Wireless, the largest wireless provider in the United States, and Airborne Entertainment Inc., a leader in the creation and aggregation of wireless entertainment, today announced that Airborne’s popular and compelling PocketBoxOffice™, “The World’s First Micro Entertainment Network,” is now available. Verizon Wireless subscribers of Mobile Web can access PocketBoxOffice™ through the Entertainment section.

"As our subscriber base grows, so does the content offering to our customers," said Gary Schulman president of Wireless Data and Internet Services for Verizon Wireless. "We continue to search for strategic content partnerships, such as Airborne Entertainment, that provide our customers with the content they are seeking. Frankly, the offerings from Airborne Entertainment are a load of fun."

PocketBoxOffice™ delivers short bursts of innovative, original content specifically designed for wireless devices and their users. Launching with the cheeky slogan "Is that PocketBoxOffice™ or are you just happy to see me?" the premium service unifies all of Airborne's popular offerings with an exiting range of star-brand entertainment. Verizon Wireless users now have access to TheFunniest, CraniumCrank, Dear Abby, The Last Word in Astrology, News of the Weird, a movie channel, cheeky TV Guy reviews and much more to come.

"This partnership with Verizon Wireless is a very important step for us in terms of bringing mobile entertainment, and our PocketBoxOffice™ offering, to as many people as possible," says Airborne Entertainment CEO Garner Bornstein. "We’re thrilled to be able to deliver all kinds of fun on the run to Verizon Wireless users."

Airborne Entertainment President Andy Nulman concurs: "As the user-base grows and people begin to understand this new form of entertainment, we’ll be right there, alongside Verizon Wireless, with even more engaging and newer varieties of entertainment and technology."

Verizon Wireless’ nationwide Mobile Web service combines the convenience and mobility of wireless communications with popular content from the World Wide Web. The Mobile Web service, which runs on Verizon Wireless’ robust and reliable, coast-to-coast network, delivers Web-based information customers want on their wireless handsets.

Media Contact: Jeffrey Nelson, jeffrey.nelson@verizonwireless.com, 908-306-4824Mitch Joel Airborne Entertainment mitch@airborne-e.com 514-289-9111 x270

Telecom Mobile Limited has begun its nation-wide CDMA pilot programme, with 2,000 customers, staff and dealers. The pilot programme represents a very important step towards the full commercial roll-out of the CDMA network in New Zealand.

“We have asked a selection of customers to give us feedback on their experiences with the new network so we can offer the best range of available services when we launch commercially ,” said Lorraine Witten, General Manager of Mobile Networks.

“We have identified a cross-section of customers representing four distinct groups – corporate, small business, family, and youth.” Customers will be asked to fill in a number of online questionnaires to gauge their feedback on areas such as call quality, coverage, handsets and services.

"The pilot is going well and we can confirm that we are on track for the launch of CDMA in the next few weeks. The pilot is structured to operate as long as necessary to ensure the CDMA network is ready for commercial launch. We are committed to a successful launch of the new network and services and will launch when we are satisfied that all quality standards are met.”

“We are confident that once customers experience the excellent coverage, clarity and sophisticated functionality of the network, they will be convinced of the obvious benefits of using CDMA now and for the future,” said Ms Witten.

For further information please contact:

Consultus Group - Karyn or Katherine on 04 472 0991 OR Gary O’Neil- CDMA Communications Manager 04 382 4392 gary.oneil@telecom.co.nz

or refer to our website: www.telecom.co.nz/cdma

June 19, 2001 — PUEBLO, CO — In its continuing effort to provide the best wireless service for local residents, Verizon Wireless, the nation’s largest wireless provider, today announced that it has expanded its digital network to include Walsenberg and Colorado City. This upgrade improves Verizon Wireless’ coverage and enhances call quality for customers using their wireless phones along Interstate 25 south of Pueblo through Walsenberg and into Colorado City and the town of Rye. The availability of digital service offers customers a long list of benefits, including superior voice quality, longer battery life due to the lower amount of power required by digital phones and the ability to use advanced wireless services such as Internet access and text messaging.

"The ultimate factor in the quality of wireless service – and the customer’s satisfaction – is the network that carries the call, and the recent enhancement to the Pueblo network is another example of Verizon Wireless’ commitment to delivering superior network quality in all of our markets," said Marni Walden, regional president for Verizon Wireless. "We invested more than $40 million in our wireless network in Colorado last year, and plan to more than double that investment in 2001."

Verizon Wireless’ local network has experienced significant growth in call volume over the last several months. The enhanced network is designed to meet the current needs of local wireless users and enable increased use. This upgrade, along with others planned throughout the state, is part of Verizon Wireless’ planned $4 billion investment in 2001 to enhance its nationwide wireless network.

Media Contact: Debra Havins, debra.havins@verizonwireless.com , 303-694-8560

June 19, 2001 — ORANGEBURG, NY — Verizon Wireless has expanded service coverage in Putnam County with a new cell site in Putnam Valley. "The new cell site will provide customers who live in and travel through the area with greater wireless network coverage and increased clarity when making wireless calls," said Heidi Hemmer, Verizon Wireless Director of Engineering in metropolitan New York.

The site improves service on sections of the Taconic State Parkway, Pudding Street and surrounding areas.

The new site is part of a $4 billion investment program to improve and extend the reach of the Verizon Wireless nationwide network. More than $300 million of that investment is being used to stay ahead of the growing demand for Verizon Wireless products and services in the New York Metro area.

Media Contact: Robin B. Nicol, rbnicol@att.net, 908-789-4719 David Samberg, david.samberg@verizonwireless.com, 845-365-7212

June 19, 2001 — ORANGEBURG, NY — Verizon Wireless has expanded service coverage in New York City with a new cell site in lower Manhattan.

"The new cell site will provide customers who live in and travel through the area with greater wireless network coverage and increased clarity when making wireless calls," said Heidi Hemmer, Verizon Wireless Director of Engineering in metropolitan New York.

The site improves service in the area between Broadway and Sixth Avenue, south of West 8th Street and north of Prince Street.

The new site is part of a $4 billion investment program to improve and extend the reach of the Verizon Wireless nationwide network. More than $300 million of that investment is being used to stay ahead of the growing demand for Verizon Wireless products and services in the New York Metro area.

Media Contact: Robin B. Nicol, rbnicol@att.net, 908-789-4719 David Samberg, david.samberg@verizonwireless.com, 845-365-7212

June 19, 2001 — NEW YORK, NY — Verizon Wireless has expanded service coverage in Suffolk County with a new cell site in Sayville and one in Amityville.

"The new cell sites will provide customers who live in and travel through these areas with greater wireless network coverage and increased clarity when making wireless calls," said Heidi Hemmer, Verizon Wireless Director of Engineering in metropolitan New York. The site in Sayville improves service on sections of Montauk Highway, Lake Avenue, Broadway and in the town of Sayville.

The Amityville site enhances wireless calling near the LIRR Amityville station and on sections of Sunrise Highway, Montauk Highway and Broadway.

The new sites are part of a $4 billion investment program this year to improve and extend the reach of the Verizon Wireless nationwide network. More than $300 million of that investment is being used to stay ahead of the growing demand for Verizon Wireless products and services in the New York Metro area.

Media Contact: Robin B. Nicol, rbnicol@att.net, 908-789-4719 David Samberg, david.samberg@verizonwireless.com, 845-365-7212

June 19, 2001 — DENVER, CO — In its continuing effort to provide the best wireless service for local residents, Verizon Wireless, the nation’s largest wireless provider, today announced that it has expanded its digital network along Highway 285. The availability of digital service offers consumers a long list of benefits, including superior voice quality, longer battery life due to the lower amount of power required for digital phones and the ability to use advanced wireless services such as Internet access and text messaging.

In addition to the inherent benefits of digital service, this upgrade improves Verizon Wireless’ coverage and enhances call quality for customers using their wireless phones along Highway 285 in Tiny Town, from South Turkey Creek Road to Double Header Ranch Road, and in Aspen Park, from Hillview Road to Foxton Road.

"The ultimate factor in the quality of wireless service – and the customer’s satisfaction – is the network that carries the call, and the recent enhancement to the Pueblo network is another example of Verizon Wireless’ commitment to delivering superior network quality in all of our markets," said Marni Walden, regional president for Verizon Wireless. "We invested more than $40 million our wireless network in Colorado last year, and plan to more than double that investment in 2001."

Verizon Wireless’ local network has experienced significant growth in call volume over the last several months. The enhanced network is designed to meet the current needs of local wireless users and enable increased use.

This upgrade, along with many others planned throughout the state, is part of Verizon Wireless’ planned $4 billion investment in 2001 to enhance its nationwide wireless network.

Media Contact: Debra Havins, debra.havins@verizonwireless.com , 303-694-8560

Kansas City, Mo. - June 19, 2001 -Sprint today announced the availability of the dual-band Sprint PCS Phone QCP 3035 by Kyocera Wireless Corp. Designed with mobile professionals in mind, the Sprint PCS Phone QCP 3035 by Kyocera combines a sleek, platinum look with a large, data-friendly screen and advanced phone and wireless data functionality. The Sprint PCS QCP 3035 is ideal for today’s young professional looking to be informed at work from 9-to-5 and in style from 5-to-9.

The QCP 3035 will retail for $179.99 and will be available in Sprint Stores and through Sprint PCS business channels nationwide.

When at work, the QCP 3035’s large, 8-line screen and icon-based menu are ideally suited to data-centric applications such as e-mail, short messaging and Internet browsing. Optional software may be purchased that will allow users to synchronize their calendars, e-mails and contacts with Microsoft Outlook. The phone comes equipped with a built-in speakerphone and voice-activated dialing for convenient, hands-free communication. The QCP 3035 also offers voice memo for recording important reminders, and Tegic T9 text entry for fast and easy communication while on-the-go. In addition, the phone comes standard with a vibrating alert – perfect for meetings and other times when an audible ring is inappropriate.

When transitioning from professional to personal life, the icon-based menu screens make accessing the Sprint PCS Wireless Web and, in turn, your instant-messaging buddies a snap. Add to this downloadable melodies for when ringing is not only allowed but a statement, automatic volume control so you can hear above the crowds at the popular hot spots around town, and a personal calendar so you can keep track of all your social engagementsÉthe Sprint PCS QCP 3035 has it all.

"The new Sprint PCS QCP 3035 is ideal for today’s young professional looking to stay connected to the latest information, or friends and co-workers nationwide," said Charles Levine, president of Sprint PCS. "The QCP 3035 packs a powerful professional punch with its large display for the suite of Sprint PCS messaging options and Wireless Web surfing, yet is sleek enough to go from business meeting to meeting friends."

"The Kyocera QCP 3035 was designed with the on-the-go executive in mind," said Masahiro Inoue, president and CEO of Kyocera Wireless Corp. "The personal productivity tools make it a perfect combination of phone and organizer for any busy professional. Like all of our products, we see the QCP 3035 as the most feature-rich phone at its price point on the market today."

The phone offers up to 3 hours of digital talk time or up to 5 days of digital standby time with the standard battery, and up to 5 hours of talk time or 8 days of standby time in digital mode with an optional extended-life battery. The QCP 3035 also boasts a small, lightweight design – it weighs only 4.37 ounces, and its dimensions are 4.87"H x 1.89"W x 1.05"D.

Sprint PCS also carries the Kyocera QCP 6035 smartphone for customers who want to combine the full functionality of a wireless phone and a personal digital assistant based on the ubiquitous Palm operating system. For younger customers seeking an affordable but fully-featured phone, Sprint PCS carries the QCP 2035, a dual-band phone with changeable face plates in an array of colors. All phones are available at Sprint Stores and through Sprint PCS business channels nationwide.

For more information, contact media relations:

Nancy Sherrer Consumer Media Relations Sprint PCS 913.762.7032

Rick Goetter Media Relations Kyocera Wireless Corp. 858.882.2722

John Chier Fleishman Hillard for Kyocera 619.235.9995

June 18, 2001 — RICHMOND, VA — Verizon Wireless has completed work that more than doubles the number of calls its extensive wireless network can handle for customers in Virginia’s Northern Neck. The company said today it has deployed the latest code division multiple access (CDMA) digital call handling equipment in its analog cell sites in five counties. The Verizon Wireless digital network in the Northern Neck now extends over 500 square miles in Lancaster, Richmond, Northumberland, Westmoreland, and King George Counties.

The new capacity and coverage mean improved voice service, fewer dropped calls, greater call clarity and longer battery life, all just in time for the busy summer vacation season. In addition, the digital service will enable customers to use wireless data devices such as those delivered on the Verizon Wireless Kyocera 6035 Smartphone.

CDMA digital wireless service transmits calls as a series of binary ones and zeroes for greater call clarity, as opposed to continuous radio waves transmitted by analog service, and each call is encoded for superior wireless security. CDMA digital handsets transmit at much lower power levels than analog phones for significantly longer battery life and talk time, and provide customers advanced wireless services such as Internet access and text messaging.

"With this significant wireless network upgrade, we’re providing our local business and consumer customers with the technology and capabilities they’ve been asking for," said Patrick Devlin, president of Verizon Wireless’ Washington/Baltimore/Virginia Region. "Digital subscribers will notice an immediate difference in the quality of their calls and longer battery life."

Media Contact: John Johnson, john.h.johnson@verizonwireless.com , 240-568-1429

June 18, 2001 — FREDERICKSBURG, VA — Verizon Wireless today announced it has placed a new digital cell site at Military Park to provide greater signal coverage in that area. The company also added digital service and expanded the signal coverage of a cellular antenna west of town. The addition of digital service also increases the network’s capacity in Fredericksburg.

The net result is that customers will be able to make and receive calls in a wider geographic area. They will also experience fewer blocked or dropped calls as well as better call clarity and longer battery life. The project is part of the company’s $200 million initiative to build out its network in the Washington-Baltimore-Virginia region. In 2001, Verizon Wireless is investing more than $4 billion in its nationwide wireless network.

Media Contact: John Johnson, john.h.johnson@verizonwireless.com , 240-568-1429

Kansas City, Mo. (June 18, 2001) – Sprint, which operates the nation’s largest 100 percent digital, 100 percent PCS nationwide network, received two awards for leading the industry in 3G at the 3G World Congress in Hong Kong in a ceremony held on Tuesday, June 12, 2001, at the Grand Hyatt Hong Kong.

Sprint PCS was presented with the 3G Industry Achievement Award for Service Innovation because of its innovative push toward enhanced services with its Wireless Web offerings. The award for Service Innovation is given to the operator(s) that have leveraged the capabilities of 3G CDMA to introduce innovative and industry-leading services to the market.

Oliver Valente, chief technology officer, Sprint PCS, was also presented with the 3G Industry Achievement Award for Industry Leadership for his leadership with Sprint PCS’ Wireless Web offerings and the company’s migration to 3G. This award is presented to the individual who has provided the most dynamic leadership in 3G CDMA industry activities, including contributions to standards development and the growth and evolution of Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA).

“We’re pleased to accept these awards for our efforts and leadership in the area of 3G,” said Charles Levine, president, Sprint PCS. “Sprint’s leadership advantage in the evolution to 3G enhances our reputation as an innovator and wireless industry leader. Sprint has the fastest, clearest and most economical migration strategy to roll out nationwide 3G services and applications to our customers, and we’re honored to be recognized by our industry peers.”

“These awards recognize the innovative thinking and leadership in the 3G CDMA industry,” said Perry LaForge, executive director of the CDG. “Sprint PCS and Oliver Valente’s leadership with the company’s Wireless Web offerings and migration to 3G are contributing tremendously to the growth and development of CDMA.”

Sprint built the nation’s largest all-digital wireless network from the ground up based on CDMA, providing a clarity and reliability that made traditional analog networks practically obsolete. The company has selected CDMA2000 migration strategy, which will allow the network transition to be made with relative ease and considerably less expense compared to other carriers.

Sprint will begin deployment of CDMA2000 3G 1x in late 2001, with nationwide availability by mid-2002. For Sprint PCS customers, 3G is expected to initially mean faster wireless data speeds and enhancements to their existing applications and services. It also creates an opportunity for new and more robust applications as data speeds increase including video and audio streaming, high-speed Internet browsing, email with attachments, digital imaging, rich messaging, on-demand conferencing, voice to text applications, enhanced ASP services and more on a variety of wireless devices.

Contact:Dan WilinskySprint PCS, Media Relations 913/762-7017 (O) 913/221-9050 (PCS)dwilin01@sprintspectrum.com

SAN DIEGO, June 18, 2001-- Leap Wireless International, Inc., an innovator of wireless communications services, today launched Slice of Nashville on its Telephone Entertainment Network, a new initiative for the company focused on turning wireless communications into an entertainment and information medium. Marketed as Your Personal Telephone Entertainment Channel, Slice delivers fun, fresh "voice clips" directly to the customer's wireless phone. When Slice customers place an outgoing local call, they will hear "voice clips" informing them about local news, community events, weather, sports, or entertainment before the call connects.

"Leap is focused on developing wireless innovations, particularly for the 60 percent of Americans who don't yet have a mobile phone," said Harvey P. White, Leap's chairman and CEO. "Slice is an easy, affordable way for our busy Nashville customers to stay up-to-date and entertained throughout their day."

"We think Slice is an excellent companion to our flat-rate, all-you-can- talk Cricket Comfortable Wireless service," said Doug Hutcheson, Leap's senior vice president of wireless data development. "Our Cricket customers are very focused on their local communities, and Slice can help them keep current on the local ballgame, the next free outdoor concert and soon, special offers that can save them money." Leap introduced Slice in its first market -- Chattanooga, Tenn. -- in May 2001 and is pleased to be expanding it to its next market. Through its Telephone Entertainment Network, Leap plans to launch a variety of interactive programming channels providing consumers with an innovative combination of voice and data.

CONTACT: Jessica Levy, Media Relations of Bock Communications, Inc., 714-540- 1030, jlevy@bockpr.com, for Leap Wireless International, Inc.; or Sarah Thailing, Media Relations, 858-882-6018, sthailing@leapwireless.com, or Jim Seines, Investor Relations, 858-882-6084, jseines@leapwireless.com, both of Leap Wireless International, Inc./

SAN DIEGO, June 15-- Leap Wireless International, Inc., an innovator of wireless communications services, today announced that it has completed three previously announced acquisitions of wireless operating licenses covering 4.9 million potential customers (1998 POPs). In these transactions, Leap purchased a license in Visalia, Calif., covering approximately 471,000 potential customers (1998 POPs), from ClearComm L.P.; licenses in Birmingham and Tuscaloosa, Ala., Jonesboro, Ark., and Jackson, Miss., covering approximately 2.3 million potential customers (1998 POPs) from American Wireless License Group, LLC; and licenses in Buffalo and Syracuse, N.Y., from MCG PCS, Inc., covering approximately 2 million potential customers (1998 POPs).

"We are excited to acquire these markets and expect the residents in these communities to experience our innovative Cricket Comfortable Wireless service," said Harvey P. White, Leap's chairman and CEO. "We are pleased to see our family of Cricket customers spread to new markets across the country, and we expect these cities to be an important part of that expansion in the coming years." Leap pioneered Cricket service, a flat-rate, all-you-can-talk local wireless service, as an affordable alternative to traditional landline service. Leap owns or has rights to acquire licenses covering approximately a quarter of the U.S. population -- 72.7 million potential customers (1998 POPs) in 36 states.

CONTACT: Jessica Levy, Media Relations of Bock Communications, Inc., 714-540- 1030, jlevy@bockpr.com, for Leap Wireless International, Inc.; or Sarah Thailing, Media Relations, 858-882-6018, sthailing@leapwireless.com, or Jim Seines, Investor Relations, 858-882-6084, jseines@leapwireless.com, both of Leap Wireless International, Inc./

SAN DIEGO, June 14, 2001-- Leap Wireless International, Inc., an innovator of wireless communications services, today announced the launch of its Cricket Comfortable Wireless service in Pittsburgh, Pa. and Macon,

Ga. Pittsburgh, Leap's largest market to date, is the first in Pennsylvania and Macon is the first market in Georgia to offer Leap's Cricket flat-rate all-you-can-talk, local wireless service. "We are excited to offer our everyday low price wireless service to residents of large and small communities," said Harvey P. White, Leap's chairman and CEO.

"Although the Pittsburgh area has more than 2.5 million residents and Macon has nearly 650,000, both communities are home to a large percentage of people that live, work and play in the same area and have a need for an around-town service that doesn't cause them to worry about how many minutes they talk, who they talk to or when."

Leap owns or has rights to acquire licenses covering approximately a quarter of the U.S. population -- 72.6 million potential customers (1998 POPs) in 36 states.

CONTACT: Jessica Levy, Media Relations of Bock Communications, Inc., 714-540- 1030, jlevy@bockpr.com, for Leap; or Sarah Thailing, Media Relations, 858-882- 6018, sthailing@leapwireless.com, or Jim Seines, Investor Relations, 858-882- 6084, jseines@leapwireless.com, both of Leap/

Service With Unit of China United Telecommunications Corp (China Unicom)Hong Kong, June 14, 2001 - KDDI concluded today a memorandum of understanding on international roaming for CDMA cellular phone services with China Unicom's network construction and management unit, Unicom Horizon Mobile Communications Co.,Ltd.

China Unicom and KDDI the only telecommunications companies to offer total services for cell phones, inter-city, long distance, international and IP services in their market.

On June 5 in Beijing, China Unicom and KDDI concluded a memorandum of understanding to study ways to cooperate in the areas of technology and operations. They also confirmed that they will actively consider working together in the field of telecommunications and in particular the fast-growing field of mobile communications.

Based on today's memorandum, the two companies will proceed with detailed discussions so as to rapidly adopt the international roaming service between China and Japan.

Tokyo, June 14, 2001 -- KDDI Corp., one of Japan's leading providers of telecommunications services, is pleased to announce that, as part of its move to improve the attraction of its EZweb wireless Internet service, it plans to expand the number of services on the system.

KDDI's cellular phone unit, au, plans to open up access to the EZweb service to portal sites operated by other companies and Internet service providers. In addition, KDDI will expand the business that handles customer payments for content and will publish the standards it requires to allow content onto EZweb.

To maintain EZweb's competitive environment, KDDI intends to carry out the following changes to our facilities and our system:

1. Opening the service to other portal sites Other companies' portals are currently listed on EZweb in a certain section of the menu. Once a user registers a portal site's URL into their handset they can access it by pressing the EZweb button for an extended length of time. In the future, once KDDI has altered the menu in the following way, users will be able to access other portal sites much more easily from the start screen. There will be a new page called "Portal Sites," exclusively for showing links to other portal sites. From there users will be able to choose the portal site they want to access. This change brings KDDI's service more into line with the "Portals" pages offered by U.S. and European service providers where they list portals from other companies. Being able to select the portal from a "Portal Site" page and access it with one click will make access to other portals much easier. KDDI believes that offering easy access to other companies' portals by having links to them on our own menu will vastly improve the openness of the EZweb service. We will start offering this new service from fall 2001.

2. Making the EZweb service available to ISPs Following the portal adjustment we will open a connection between our mobile data network and networks operated by Internet service providers. As in the example above, some customers believe that since portal sites are open and can be selected and accessed with just one click, then they can also connect with ISPs in much the same way.

However, at the moment ISP connections are made through an EZweb server, and we are receiving requests from ISPs to allow them to connect directly without going through an EZweb server, and, in response to those requests, we are now going to allow ISPs to connect directly.

To make this happen we need to make numerous upgrades to our network. The upgrade will proceed once we have received detailed requests from ISPs.

EZweb will connect to ISPs from our wireless packet network via a router and then over dedicated lines. EZ gateway servers that correspond with terminals should then be set up on ISPs networks.

KDDI will discuss the set-up cost of the dedicated lines and the connections with each ISP company that would like a connection. Schedules for setting up connections will be discussed individually with each ISP company based on specific terms.

3. Details of the expansion of the contents payment settlement system Currently only KDDI's official content is covered by the EZweb payment settlements system, although in the future we plan to increase the content that is covered by this service. To proceed with this expansion of the content account settlement system, it is necessary to install specified modules into servers on the contents provider's side for sending and receiving data concerning charges for content.

It is required that third-parties recommended by the Ministry of Public Management check the suitability of the content.

Actual procedures for the set up, settlement contracts, the installation of modules and interface tests are currently being discussed. Once each procedure has been worked out then the company will start expanding the account settlement system.

4. KDDI will disclose its standards for accepting content KDDI will, from the end of June, show on it's home page the standards it requires for content to be accepted on the EZweb service.

June 13, 2001 — CHAMPAIGN/BLOOMINGTON, IL — Continuing its aggressive network investment, Verizon Wireless today announced it will spend more than $22.5 million this year throughout Central Illinois to enhance its digital wireless network to deliver the most advanced wireless voice and data services to its customers.

The upgrades are part of a $150 million investment Verizon Wireless is making in 2001 in the Illinois/Wisconsin Region that will expand coverage and increase capacity in its switching centers and cell sites to handle strong demand for its wireless services. In addition, the company will begin to upgrade its network with third generation (3G) wireless technology which offers wireless Internet services at speeds up to 10 times faster than available today.

Customer growth, greater usage due to high-value pricing like SingleRateSM national and regional calling plans, and the popularity of Mobile Web wireless Internet services are driving the local demand for Verizon Wireless’ services.

"We’ve invested heavily in our network over the years to ensure our customers enjoy reliable, high quality wireless service, with minimal dropped calls and call clarity that is second to none," said Greg Klimek, president of the company’s Illinois/Wisconsin Region. "At the end of the day, what matters most to customers is being able to make a wireless call when and where they want to, whether it’s an emergency, a business callback or for personal convenience."

"We expect this network enhancement to be a big benefit for Verizon Wireless customers in the Champaign/Bloomington area," said Mike Sullivan, district manager for Verizon Wireless. "Quality, service and options will be better than ever."

The Illinois/Wisconsin Region’s network investment is part of the company’s nationwide $4 billion network improvement program in 2001 to ensure customers will benefit from the most extensive wireless network in the United States. The company’s CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access) digital technology provides better voice quality than rival technologies and enables the company to serve more customers and handle more simultaneous calls. Verizon Wireless has the largest digital customer base in the United States.

Klimek said the company’s network investment also will contribute to the economy. "Our spending continues to have a positive economic effect for equipment manufacturers, construction companies and small businesses in the area," he said.

Editor’s Note: To find out how the Verizon Wireless network investment will benefit your area, please call Carolyn Schamberger at 847-619-4282.

Media Contact: Carolyn Schamberger, carolyn.schamberger@verizonwireless.com, 414-390-8483Paul Zemitzsch For Verizon Wireless 314-241-6247

IRVINE, Calif., June 13, 2001, go2®, the world’s first location-based directory and information services platform for users of Web-enabled wireless devices, today announces the launch of go2’s award-winning suite of location-based products and services over ALLTEL’s wireless network on June 14, 2001.

ALLTEL, a leader in the communication and information services industries, prominently features go2 in the “Portals” link on its “Web Unwired” wireless Internet site.

The ALLTEL agreement extends go2’s lead as the most widely accessible wireless Web application in North America. go2’s real-world directory and information service is accessible over virtually all mobile phones, PDAs and pagers. go2 received the No. 1 ranking by The Yankee Group in its yearly report on the presence or ‘footprint’ of the top 50 wireless websites on wireless web-phones (Three-Click Analysis of Real Estate on the Handset, The Yankee Group, September 2000).

“We’re striving to provide our rapidly-expanding merchant customer base with universal wireless presence on every Web-enabled device,” said go2 president and CEO Lee Hancock. “Our partnership with ALLTEL gives go2 enhanced ability to deliver our merchant customer’s compelling and comprehensive location-based information to users in virtually every large city or small town in America.” The agreement establishes go2 as one of ALLTEL’s premier wireless location-based directory and information services providers.

go2’s patented system is focused on the delivery of two key drivers of mobile usage: ease of use and accurate, timely information. The real-time location and information data for go2’s growing base of blue-chip customers includes promotions, coupons and specials designed to save users time and money. Customers already using go2’s systems include major U.S. companies such as worldwide brand Coca-Cola, Jiffy Lube, Ramada, Burger King, Blimpie, House of Blues, Jamba Juice and Cinnabon.

HONG KONG-- June 12, 2001 --Sierra Wireless CDMA 2001, Booth ##S4

Sierra Wireless, a leading manufacturer of wireless data modems, today announced the development of the Sierra Wireless CDMA 1xRTT Embedded Module. Available in the fall 2001, the embedded module provides complete wireless functionality for mobile and fixed platforms.

Sierra Wireless' industry-leading 1xRTT technology is being demonstrated for the first time in Asia at the CDMA 2001 show, in the Lucent booth (Booth ##S4). With years of experience providing circuit-switched AMPs, CDPD and CDMA IS95A embedded modules, Sierra Wireless is integrating 1xRTT technology into a new embedded module that will turn a wide variety of hardware devices into high-speed communications tools including mobile devices such as handheld and laptop computers, industrial meters, monitoring equipment, and point-of-sale terminals.

Using CDMA technology from Qualcomm, the Sierra Wireless 1xRTT Embedded Module will be the company's fourth-generation embedded product, and will provide seamless wireless Internet connectivity to CDMA networks at speeds of up to 153.6 kbps. A dual-band wireless modem, it will operate in both the 800MHz and 1900MHz bands, allowing worldwide wireless access via CDMA networks. It will support 1xRTT, IS95A and IS95B protocols for maximum connective flexibility, and is equipped to handle high-quality, reliable voice and data communications.

"Sierra Wireless has been a longtime leader in the field of wireless wide-area network embedded modules and in the integration of wireless technology into mobile and fixed computing devices," said Mark McMillan, vice president, marketing for Sierra Wireless. "Through the development of four generations of embedded modules and close partnerships with hardware vendors and integrators such as Panasonic and Itronix, Sierra Wireless has gained a deep understanding of the embedded module business. This knowledge and our continued commitment to providing wireless solutions for mobile devices, has culminated in the development of the Sierra Wireless CDMA 1xRTT Embedded Module."

"Business is starving for effective, high speed, simple connectivity for PDA's and laptops. Modems based on 1xRTT technology are a big step in the direction to feed that insatiable appetite," said Bob Egan, vice president and research director at Gartner Group. "Critical to the growth of this market is embedding these modules inside PDA's and laptops, enabling ease of use and reducing the cost of ownership."

CONTACT: Sierra Wireless Inc. | Kathleen Gallagher | Tel: 604/233-6309 | Email: kathleen@sierrawireless.com | Website: www.sierrawireless.com | or | High Road Communications | Hugh Scholey | Tel: 416/368-8348 x232 | Email: hscholey@highroad.com

KANSAS CITY, Mo., June 12, 2001 ¡V Sprint PCS and LG Electronics today announced the availability of the dual-band Sprint PCS Phone TP2110, a feature-packed handset with one-touch Sprint PCS Wireless Web access and easy RollerBall navigation, at the economical price of $129.99.

The Sprint PCS Phone TP2110 is indispensable for young people-on-the-go who want to stay connected to their friends and to the Internet, especially during the summer. Whether at the pool, on a camping trip, or at the beach, young people can stay in touch with their pals, play a multitude of games, and buy tickets to the hottest summer concert tours by using the TP2110, which connects to The Sprint PCS Wireless Web with one simple keystroke. And, because the TP2110 is compact and light enough to fit in any poolbag, backpack or surf-short pocket, it¡¦s convenient and easy to bring the phone along to any summer destination.

With the ¡§Messaging¡¨ folder in the top slot on the homedeck of The Sprint PCS Wireless Web, young customers are just one click away from a variety of ways to communicate: AOL Instant Messenger sm (AIM) to stay connected with their online buddies; two-way, handset-to-handset text messaging through Sprint PCS Short Mail; wireless chat rooms to engage in group conversations and to be a part of unique wireless communities; and popular e-mail services to send and receive daily e-mail messages from virtually anywhere at anytime. And with the TP2110¡¦s ¡§Smart¡¨ filing system, users can save all of their instant messages and e-mails into folders for quick access.

The Sprint PCS Wireless Web¡¦s ¡§Shopping¡¨ and ¡§Entertainment¡¨ folders will also appeal to young people interested in buying new CDs for summer road trips; purchasing short novels for days at the beach; getting the latest news on their favorite bands and celebrities; and buying tickets for the biggest movies and concert tours of the summer. And, with the TP2110¡¦s unique RollerBall navigation key, surfing The Sprint PCS Wireless Web is as fast and easy as using the mouse on a desktop computer.

¡§With its high-end features and affordable price, the Sprint PCS Phone TP2110 will certainly appeal to younger customers, and their parents, who want a highly functional phone that¡¦s easy on the pocket,¡¨ said Charles Levine, president of Sprint PCS. ¡§The TP2110 provides young people on-the-go the ability to communicate with their long-distance friends and get the Internet information that they want, and gives parents peace of mind that they can stay connected to their kids while they are out and about this summer.¡¨

¡§LG Electronics is pleased to add the Sprint PCS Phone TP2110 to the high quality line of handsets we manufacture for Sprint PCS,¡¨ said Pat McGraw, Director of Sprint Sales at LG InfoComm USA, Inc. ¡§Through our joint development efforts with Sprint PCS, we are able to develop compact, feature-rich, stylish handsets that offer consumers the combination of state-of-the-art features in an easy to use, lightweight and attractive product.¡¨

The Sprint PCS Phone TP2110 also boasts voice-activated dialing and a built-in speakerphone. These features allow for a completely hands-free experience for mobile customers, providing both safety and convenience while on the go.

Additional feature highlights of the Sprint PCS Phone TP2110 include: „h Electronic organizer: to-do list, and calendar with scheduler and views for Today, Weekly and Monthly „h Function alarms remind users of important events or calls to be made „h Voice recording/playback (10 minutes) „h 24 ringer options „h Tegic T-9 easy text input „h Headset jack „h Wireless circuit switched data and fax capabilities

For younger customers looking to personalize the TP2110, Sprint PCS offers a new line of accessories that encompass some of today¡¦s hottest new styles and trends. A wide variety of clear cases, swivel belt clips, purse-style cases and jelly earbuds are available in an array of colors like tangerine, blue, infusion, yellow, platinum, black, clear and limon. For fashion-conscious users who want their TP2110s to match their outfits, moods or lifestyles, these new accessories from Sprint PCS help them express their personalities through their wireless phones.

The Sprint PCS Phone TP2110, available in a distinctive teal color, is packaged with a standard lithium-ion battery and a desktop charger. In digital mode, the standard battery provides approximately 150 minutes of talk time or 140 hours of standby time. Phone dimensions are 4.8¡¨H x 1.9¡¨W x 0.8¡¨D. Weight is 4.3 ounces.

http://www.sprintpcs.com/news Contacts: Nancy Sherrer, Sprint PCS Group Manager, Media Relations 913-762-7032 913-706-9051 PCS nsherr02@mail.sprintpcs.com

Bit Vo, Sprint PCS Manager, Media Relations 913-762-7033 816-729-7891 PCS bvo01@mail.sprintpcs.com

Erik Schmollinger/Jennifer Laird Bender/Helper Impact for LG InfoComm 415-391-2994, x214/209 erik_schmollinger@bhimpact.com jennifer_laird@bhimpact.com

June 12, 2001 — SAN RAMON, CA — During 2001, Verizon Wireless will spend more than $170 million to enhance and expand its network to continue to provide superior wireless service in the rapidly growing Greater Bay Area. The expenditure is part of the company’s $4 billion investment to improve its extensive, nationwide wireless network this year.

"We’ve invested heavily in our network over the years to ensure our customers enjoy reliable, high quality wireless service," said Chris Neisinger, executive director of network. "At the end of the day, what matters most to customers is being able to make a wireless call when and where they want to, whether it’s an emergency, a business callback or a call for personal convenience."

This year’s capital investment continues Verizon Wireless’ expansion of geographic coverage in the Greater Bay Area. It will also enable more simultaneous calls on the company’s enhanced CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access) digital network, improve signal delivery strength, and provide the capacity needed for future services such as next generation wireless data applications.

Media Contact: April Sands, april.sands@verizonwireless.com, 925-904-3712

June 11, 2001 — ORANGEBURG, NY — Verizon Wireless has expanded service coverage in Westchester County with a new cell site in Greenburgh.

"The new cell site will provide customers who live in and travel through the area with greater wireless network coverage and increased clarity when making wireless calls," said Heidi Hemmer, Verizon Wireless Director of Engineering in metropolitan New York.

The site improves service on Interstate 87 near the Ciba Geigy property and on sections of the Sawmill and Sprain Brook Parkways.

The new site is part of a $4 billion investment program to improve and extend the reach of the Verizon Wireless nationwide network. More than $300 million of that investment is being used to stay ahead of the growing demand for Verizon Wireless products and services in the New York Metro area.

Media Contact: Robin B. Nicol, rbnicol@att.net, 908-789-4719 David Samberg, david.samberg@verizonwireless.com, 845-365-7212

MILWAUKEE, WI--June 11, 2001 --Continuing its aggressive network investment, Verizon Wireless announced it will spend more than $150 million this year in the Illinois/Wisconsin Region to enhance its digital wireless network to deliver the most advanced wireless voice and data services to its customers. Verizon Wireless will expand coverage and increase capacity in its switching centers and cell sites to handle the strong demand for its wireless services. In addition, the company will begin to upgrade its network with third generation (3G) wireless technology which offers wireless Internet services at speeds up to 10 times faster than available today.

Customer growth, greater usage due to high-value pricing like SingleRateSM national and regional calling plans, and the popularity of Mobile Web wireless Internet services are driving the local demand for Verizon Wireless’ services.

"We’ve invested heavily in our network over the years to ensure our customers enjoy reliable, high quality wireless service, with minimal dropped calls and call clarity that is second to none," said Greg Klimek, president of the company’s Illinois/Wisconsin Region. "At the end of the day, what matters most to customers is being able to make a wireless call when and where they want to, whether it’s an emergency, a business callback or for personal convenience."

The Illinois/Wisconsin Region’s network investment is part of the company’s nationwide $4 billion network improvement program in 2001 to ensure customers will benefit from the most extensive wireless network in the United States. The company’s CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access) digital technology provides better voice quality than rival technologies and enables the company to serve more customers and handle more simultaneous calls. Verizon Wireless has the largest digital customer base in the United States.

Klimek said the company’s network investment also will contribute to the economy. "Our spending continues to have a positive economic effect for equipment manufacturers, construction companies and small businesses in the area," he said.

Media Contact: Carolyn Schamberger, carolyn.schamberger@verizonwireless.com, 414-390-8483 David Clevenger, david.clevenger@verizonwireless.com , 847-619-4291

SAN DIEGO – June 7, 2001 – Leap Wireless International, Inc., an innovator of wireless communications services, today announced the launch of its Cricket Comfortable Wireless service in Hickory, N.C. Hickory is the third market in North Carolina to offer Cricket’s flat-rate, all-you-can-talk local wireless service, along with Charlotte and the Triad cities of Greensboro, Winston-Salem and High Point, N.C.

“We believe that our simple, affordable Cricket service will give Hickory residents a wireless alternative that allows them to talk all they want locally without worrying what their bill is going to be at the end of the month,” said Harvey P. White, Leap’s chairman and CEO. “The demographics of Hickory, where many residents live, work and play in the same area, make it an ideal market for our Cricket Comfortable Wireless service.”

Leap owns or has rights to acquire licenses covering approximately a quarter of the U.S. population – 72.7 million potential customers (1998 POPs) in 36 states.

Leap Wireless International Contacts: Sarah Thailing, Media Relations 1-858-882-6018 (ph) 1-858-882-6030 (fax) sthailing@leapwireless.com Jim Seines, Investor Relations 1-858-882-6084 (ph) 1-619-882-6030 (fax) jseines@leapwireless.com Bock Communications, Inc. Jessica Levy, Media Relations 1-714-540-1030 (ph) 1-714-540-1060 (fax) jlevy@bockpr.com

EMERYVILLE, Calif. and Kansas City, Mo., June 6, 2001 -- Extensity Inc., a leading provider of employee relationship management (ERM) applications, today announced a marketing and technology integration agreement with Sprint, which operates the nation¡¦s largest 100 percent digital, 100 percent PCS nationwide network. Sprint PCS and Extensity now offer business customers the ability to wirelessly manage expenses, travel, tracking project time and e-procurement with Extensity Connect (TM) Mobile Edition virtually anytime, anywhere via the Sprint PCS nationwide network.

Mobile employees account for up to 40 percent of the knowledge workforce in the U.S., according to industry analyst firm, IDC. Customers such as A.T. Kearney will now be able to save time and increase productivity with wireless access to Extensity applications via their Sprint PCS Phones, as well as from laptops and Palm organizers.

"Since announcing the Sprint PCS Wireless Web for Business last September, we have seen tremendous growth of our business accounts of more than 73 percent over the last year,¨ said Jay Highley, vice president, business marketing, Sprint PCS. "This growth is tied to providing our customers with a combination of digital clarity, connectivity to relevant corporate applications, an extensive selection of wireless phones and integrated devices, a nationwide network and strong relationships with application providers like Extensity. Enabling mobile employees to access and submit expenses while they are on the road is an incredible productivity tool that can reduce costs, increase efficiencies and enhance employee satisfaction.¨

A.T. Kearney is deploying Extensity applications to thousands of users globally. A large number of these users will use the WAP interface as their primary entry point for the application on a daily basis from virtually anywhere in the world. "The ability to access these applications while on the road leaves our employees time to focus on the more strategic aspects of their work. With a highly mobile workforce such as ours, the ability to access our Extensity resources while standing in line to catch a plane offers significant value and efficiencies we've been unable to deliver to this point," said John Laughhunn, Chief Technology Officer at A.T. Kearney, Inc. "We anticipate significant productivity savings and more timely and accurate data as a result.¨

"Extensity is committed to providing employees worldwide with easy, anywhere, anytime access to applications -- which our customers often tell us is a significant point when they select Extensity. Our agreement with Sprint offers our customers a fast, secure way for us to deliver on that promise,¨ said Bob Spinner, CEO for Extensity.

Through this agreement, Extensity users will now be able to accomplish the following while using the Sprint PCS Wireless Web for Business: -Manager Approval -- Managers can view all Extensity document types, amounts, hours, business rule exceptions and approve or reject documents. Documents are then transitioned to the next step in the workflow.

-Document Status -- Employees can view any document in their inboxes and check its status in the workflow process. Then the employee can submit or fax the document directly from the wireless device.

-Out-of-Pocket Expenses -- Employees can enter out of pocket expenses and send directly to the server for import into an expense report.

-Notification for Mobile devices -- Workflow notification can now be sent directly to Sprint PCS wireless devices.

-Content and Commerce -- Through Extensity Connect, employees can access Internet and intranet content from both Extensity and Sprint PCS partners as it relates to the traveling business person, including flight information and maps.

Company Contact: Extensity Inc. Amy Swanson510-496-2592 aswanson@extensity.com

Press Contact: OutCast Communications Melissa Sheridan 415-392-8282 melissa@outcastpr.com

Sprint PCS Larissa Dills 913-762-7040 ldills01@sprintspectrum.com

ROCHESTER, NY-- June 6, 2001 --Continuing its aggressive network investment, Verizon Wireless today announced it will spend more than $100 million this year in Upstate New York to enhance its digital wireless network to deliver the most advanced wireless voice and data services to its customers. The company will focus on expanding coverage and increasing digital capacity to handle the ever-growing demand for wireless services. Verizon Wireless plans to build more than 30 new cell sites across the region and add additional CDMA (code division multiple access) digital channels to hundreds of existing sites. In addition, the company will begin to upgrade its network with third generation (3G) wireless technology, which offers wireless Internet services at speeds up to 10 times faster than what is available today.

Customer growth, increased usage due to high-value price plans like SingleRateSM national and regional calling plans, and the popularity of wireless Internet services are all driving the local demand for wireless services.

"Staying ahead of the wireless growth curve requires continuing network expansion and enhancements," said Tracy Nolan, president of Verizon Wireless’ Upstate New York Region. "We’ve invested heavily in our network over the years to ensure our customers enjoy reliable, high quality wireless service. Our $100 million investment in 2001 will continue that commitment."

Part of that ongoing commitment includes baseline "drive testing" to determine where additional capacity and coverage are needed. Each month, a Verizon Wireless network engineer drives major highways across the service area in a specially outfitted station wagon measuring call quality and coverage. This testing is also the primary metric for comparing its network to competitor networks. The company tests its network each month, while most competitors only do so once or twice a year. Baseline testing is an ongoing investment in the network and serves as a quality control to help ensure the company is providing the best service for its customers.

The Upstate New York Region’s network investment is part of the company’s nationwide $4 billion network improvement program in 2001 to offer the most extensive wireless network in the U.S. The company’s CDMA digital technology provides better voice quality than rival technologies and enables the company to serve more customers and handle more simultaneous calls.

Media Contact: John O'Malley, john.omalley@verizonwireless.com , 716-321-7264 Jill Lyon, 315-233-3000

(Seoul, Korea & Kansas City, MO) – June 5, 2001 – Yiso Telecom Co., Ltd., the Korean leading company of CDMA wireless data modems, and Sprint PCS, the fastest-growing all-digital, all-PCS voice and data nationwide wireless network, today announced an agreement to provide a 3G-compatible CF (Compact Flash) card solution, based on Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) technology for Sprint PCS customers.

Sprint PCS has chosen Yiso Telecom's 3G 1xRTT Type II CF card as a connection solution option for Personal Digital Assistants (PDA) and laptops to provide wireless access to the Internet and corporate network applications. This new device will be part of the Sprint PCS Wireless Web for Business - a portfolio of products and services aimed at providing solutions that allow enterprise customers to wirelessly extend their corporate applications to the mobile workforce.

The CF card wireless modem will support both data and voice with 3G 1xRTT technology to leverage high-speed packet data and voice capacity improvements. This high-speed, next generation wireless technology will allow mobile users to access the Internet and corporate enterprise applications at peak speeds of up to 144 kbps. This new device can be used for PDAs with a Type II CF slot and laptops with PCMCIA Type II adapters.

“We’re pleased to work with Yiso Telecom to provide Sprint PCS business customers with a faster wireless connection to the Internet and corporate information,” said Phil Garrison, vice president and general manager, subscriber equipment, Sprint PCS. “We continue to offer data solutions via the Sprint PCS Wireless Web for Business, and provide 3G next generation connectivity products, like the 3G 1xRTT Type II CF card, that will enhance productivity for mobile professionals.”

"It is a great honor for us to announce that Sprint PCS has chosen Yiso Telecom to deliver the 1xRTT CDMA Type II CF Card,” said Kyung-Min You, CEO of Yiso Telecom. "Sprint PCS is a market leader of high-speed data solutions via the Sprint PCS Wireless Web for Business. This innovative CF Card will be used as a launching point for a potential long term involvement between Sprint PCS and Yiso Telecom."

Beginning later this year, Sprint PCS will implement the first phase of 3G deployment. This first phase, 3G 1x, will offer three key benefits to Sprint PCS customers including up to double voice network capacity, a 10-fold increase in data speeds, from 14.4 kbps to up to 144 kbps and an increased handset battery life in standby mode by approximately 50 percent.

By mid 2002, the entire Sprint PCS all-digital nationwide network will offer 3G 1x services.

Contact: Larissa Dills Sprint PCS 913-762-7040 (W) 913-220-7087 (PCS) ldills01@sprintspectrum.com

BEDMINSTER, NJ-- June 5, 2001 --Verizon Wireless today announced it has signed an agreement with RCC, Minnesota, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Rural Cellular Corporation to acquire RCC Minnesota’s Personal Communications Service (PCS) licenses covering the Southern Oregon Basic Trading Areas (BTAs) of Medford-Grants Pass, Roseburg, Bend and Klamath Falls. Financial terms were not disclosed.

The company said it would use the licenses to fill in its national wireless footprint to the north of its current California and Nevada network and to the south and west of its operations in Salem and Eugene, Oregon. The Medford-Grants Pass BTA includes the Oregon counties of Jackson and Josephine. The Roseburg BTA covers Douglas county. The Bend BTA includes the counties of Crook, Deschutes and Jefferson. The Klamath Falls BTA includes Modoc, Klamath and Lake Counties.

The total population (POPS) served by the licenses is about 576,000. Major north-south highways in the territory include Interstate 5. The new license areas, when built out with a wireless network, will become part of the Verizon Wireless West Area, headquartered in Irvine, Calif. The company expects to close the transaction in the third quarter of 2001 and launch service by April 2002. Rural Cellular Corporation, based in Alexandria, Minnesota, provides wireless communication services to Midwest, Northeast, South and Northwest markets located in 14 states. Daniels & Associates, a Denver-based media and telecommunications mergers and acquisitions specialist, represented Rural Cellular in the sale of its PCS licenses.

Media Contact: Brian Wood, brian.wood@verizonwireless.com, (908) 306-7901

June 4, 2001

- The deal paves the way for Korean CDMA technology exports. - The US$1 million contract covers network design, optimization and all other CDMA technology areas. - The project will initially be executed in the three Chinese provinces of Heilongjiang, Fujian and Liaoning. - Rapid opening of commercial CDMA services in China will complete a CDMA belt spanning Korea, China and Japan.

Korea has already been exporting CDMA handsets and Systems, and now the nation is gearing up to export its world-leading CDMA technology. On June 4, SK Telecom and Unicom Horizon Mobile Communications Co., a wholly owned subsidiary of China Unicom, concluded an initial US$1 million contract to provide consulting on CDMA technology. The contract covers a full range of issues, including network design, equipment acceptance testing, call quality assessment, and network optimization. The consulting service begins in Heilongjiang Province from June 6 and will be subsequently expanded to Fujian and Liaoning Provinces. SK Telecom is also negotiating similar arrangements in other major provinces.

SK Telecom will dispatch a total of 14 engineers to China to provide the know-how that will eliminate problems and ensure top service quality when commercial operation begins at the end of this year.

The current contract is a follow-up to a cooperative agreement signed between SK Telecom President Pyo Moon-soo and China Unicom Chairman Yang Xianzu in March. SK Telecom is also providing training to Chinese technicians who will be responsible for operating the new CDMA network.

Chinese service providers, who are serving what will become the world’s largest telecommunications market, are recognizing the high quality of SK Telecom’s intangible assets. At the same time, the company has established a presence in Mongolia and Vietnam, and is now poised to break into other markets with its CDMA operation technology.

A successful launch of commercial CDMA services in China will make possible the establishment of a unified CDMA belt spanning Korea, China and Japan. Moreover, by focusing on China, Korea can play an important role in setting world standards for next-generation communications.

SK Telecom is training Chinese engineers on Korean-made CDMA equipment and is also now in China to consult on the actual services. This fact proves the excellence of technology possessed by SK Telecom, the world’s first company to launch commercial CDMA service. At the same time, prospects for Korean exports of hardware and technology have been enhanced.

Once CDMA services are up and running in China, SK Telecom will be in a strong position to take part in other businesses such as wireless text data transmission and reception, an area where China’s current mobile GSM services are weak.

China Unicom was established in 1994 and, with support from the Chinese government, has managed to secure a 24% (second largest) share of the market as of the end of last year. Early this year, Unicom Horizon Mobile Communications Co. was established to operate the CDMA network, which is expected to serve 50 million subscribers by 2003.

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1.Cooperation with SK Telecom

SK Telecom was the world’s first to launch commercial CDMA service and has operated that service very successfully. As such the company has strongly influenced GSM carrier China Unicom’s decision to adopt CDMA. Now, SK Telecom is a strategic partner that is helping this massive company to overcome any problems is faces in building a CDMA network of its own.

SK Telecom has the world’s largest number of CDMA service subscribers and is a strong advocate of building a unified telecommunications belt in East Asia. SK Telecom aims to build progressive relationships by partnering with other CDMA carriers, who have the same needs as SK Telecom, and exchanging technology and personnel with them.

2.Cooperation between SK Telecom and China Unicom

China Unicom is building a nationwide CDMA (advanced IS 95-A, 2000-1x) network. SK Telecom is helping China Unicom build (design, engineering, optimization) a highly efficient and competitive network and put it into operation as quickly and inexpensively as possible.

In the second stage, SK Telecom is using its outstanding operation know-how to provide consulting service so that China Unicom achieves its desired goals with the newly built network. SK Telecom has broad experience covering the development, installation and operation of handsets and value-added services.

3. Chronology of Bilateral Cooperation

Jun. 1999: The first meeting between both chairmen

- In Beijing, proposals made for cooperation Aug. 1999: SK Telecom’s1st technology briefing

- In Beijing, over 30 China Unicom people attending Sept. 1999: SK Telecom’s2nd technology briefing

- In Shanghai, over 30 China Unicom people attending Feb. 2000: MOU signed for comprehensive cooperation

- In Beijing, agreement reached on technology and operation Aug. 2000: The second meeting between both chairmen

- In Beijing, agreement on concrete steps to promote CDMA in China Sept. 2000: MOU signed on international roaming

- In Seoul, 3-party roaming lease contract signed among SK Telecom, Shinsegi Telecomm and China Unicom Sept. 2000: The third meeting between both chairmen

- In Seoul, China Unicom’s adoption of CDMA confirmed

- China Unicom’s desire for technical cooperation confirmed Mar. 2001: CDMA cooperative agreement signed

- In Beijing, Agreement signed by SK Telecom President Pyo and China Unicom Chairman Yang

- Agreement reached on completing a commercial CDMA network quickly, upgrading to CDMA2000-1x in the early stage, developing new business lines and value-added services, providing technology support and training.

May-Aug. 2001: CDMA training provided to China Unicom engineers Jun. 2001: Consultancy agreement signed

4. China Unicom’s CDMA Investment Plans

- China Unicom aims to build a CDMA network to accommodate 50 million subscribers over the next three years (15 million in 2001, 15 million in 2002 and 20 million n 2003).

- This year, the advanced IS-95A network will be constructed in 31 areas of China, including Beijing and Shanghai, and initial service will launched. A test CDMA2000-1x system will also be built in 10 regions, including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Tianjin.

- In 2002, the commercial CDMA2000-1x network will be expanded, and the network will have nationwide coverage by 2003. However, China Unicom lacks the needed personnel and experience, so the company has decided to partner with SK Telecom, which posses some of the world’s most advanced CDMA technology and know-how.

IRVINE, CA-- June 1, 2001 -- FieldCentrix®, the largest, most experienced provider of Internet-based field service automation software announced the release of version 2.6 of FieldCentrix® Enterprise. Supporting Wireless Matrix (formerly Norcom Networks) satellite communications and the Verizon Wireless CDMA Digital Wireless Network, FieldCentrix now provides more wireless data communications options than any other field service automation software company.

The value of a wireless field service system can only be realized when data is sent and received by the mobile worker," said Judy Johnson, senior vice president of marketing for FieldCentrix. "FieldCentrix gives our customers choices — wide area networks (WANs), local area networks (LANs), dial up, and now satellite and CDMA wireless phones."

Version 2.6 supports wireless, satellite communications between FX Mobile®, FieldCentrix’s wireless-based mobile workflow software, and FX Service Center®, the company’s Web-based dispatch software. "Wireless Matrix satellite communications provides coverage anywhere in North America," said Johnson. "It is an ideal solution for field technicians who are out of traditional wireless communications coverage for a majority of their day."

In addition, technicians can now connect their handheld computers to Verizon Wireless data capable CDMA phones to receive work orders, messages, and to send information. Qualified phones are the Motorola StarTAC and Kyocera 2035a.

"We are proud to be the first wireless carrier to successfully support the FieldCentrix solution nationwide on a CDMA wireless phone," said Jim Straight, Vice-President of the Wireless Internet and Data Division at Verizon Wireless. "FieldCentrix, a leading wireless, Internet-based field force automation software provider, and Verizon Wireless, the nation’s largest wireless carrier are in a great position to offer customers a solution tailored to their needs."

Other Version 2.6 Highlights Version 2.6 offers significantly improved system performance. For example, downloading and displaying 250 pieces of equipment now takes two seconds versus two minutes. Such equipment lists assist technicians in troubleshooting service problems.

Version 2.6 also offers enhanced equipment catalogs and provides a new function that automatically emails work order summaries to customers. Industry-specific catalogs are pre-loaded with hundreds of equipment makes and models, and standard service and preventive maintenance readings, tasks, and diagnostics for each piece of equipment. Using FieldCentrix’s equipment catalogs, a field technician selects a piece of equipment, and a checklist showing the most common problems for that unit is automatically generated. This helps field technicians solve problems quicker, and allows companies to deliver a greater level of service to their customers.

The automatic emailing of work order summaries makes it fast and easy to provide customers with needed information. The field technician simply presses a button and the information is emailed to the appropriate customer contacts.

Safety First Version 2.6 also provides an effective way to distribute important and timely safety bulletins. With the touch of a button, the latest precautions and hazards are sent electronically to all technicians. The software alerts them immediately to the information and prompts them for an electronic signature to verify that they received and read the information. The signature is automatically sent back and stored at the office. Ensuring technicians receive and read these bulletins keeps employees informed and safe. FieldCentrix Enterprise Software FieldCentrix Enterprise software uses wireless data and satellite communications, handheld computers, workflow software and the Internet to automate the costly, time-consuming, paper-intensive processes associated with field service operations. These processes include communication between the field technician and the office, receipt of work assignments, completion of work orders and making information ready for invoice and payroll

Media Contact: Lynn E. Powers, Manager, Corporate Communications, FieldCentrix, Inc., 949-784-5052, lpowers@fieldcentrix.com

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Sprint And Lucent Technologies Agree On Infrastructure Upgrade Deal

KANSAS CITY, MO and MURRAY HILL, NJ--June 27, 2001--Sprint and Lucent Technologies today announced a three-year deal worth up to $1 billion to supply equipment and services for the next phase of Sprint’s nationwide wireless network development and expansion.

Under the agreement, Sprint will deploy Lucent’s base stations, mobile switching centers, and wireless intelligent network software that enables the development and deployment of new value-added services. The agreement also includes professional services such as equipment engineering, installation, cell site optimization and project management for the network deployment. This agreement is congruent with Sprint’s planned enhancements to its wireless network infrastructure and a key part of its migration to third-generation (3G) services.

The deployment of Lucent’s 3G wireless system is intended to help Sprint provide its customers with faster data speeds and enhancements for existing applications and services. These higher speeds are expected to enable consumers to download music and data to portable wireless devices such as phones, laptops and personal digital assistants (PDAs) directly from the Internet. Business customers are expected to be able to open e-mail attachments using wireless modems in their laptops without seeking a payphone or using expensive hotel connections.

"With Lucent’s help we are upgrading our network to deliver high-speed wireless data services," said Dennis Huber, senior vice president, network/IT, Sprint PCS. "We expect to have the best and most cost-effective network evolution in the industry."

“We are excited to continue to support Sprint PCS. This upgrade will enable numerous new applications and features to be added to an already rich portfolio provided by Sprint,” said Vince Molinaro, Lucent Technologies senior vice president for North America. “We helped build Sprint’s PCS network from its very beginning, and Lucent looks forward to our continued collaboration on the next phase, including the introduction of high-speed 3G mobile Internet applications.”

Later this year, Lucent, a global market leader in commercial Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) networks, is scheduled to begin the 3G upgrade to its base stations in Sprint’s existing network. Lucent will install a 3G solution centered on CDMA2000 technology. CDMA2000 1XRTT is based on an internationally-adopted standard (CDMA2000) of the International Telecommunications Union, an arm of the United Nations, and enables today’s CDMA to support more users and improve data performance.

For More Information Contact:

Gordon Zwirkoski Lucent Technologies 847-290-3382gzwirkowski@lucent.com Mary Ward Lucent Technologies908-582-7658maryward@lucent.com

Dan WilinskySprint PCS913-221-9050 (mobile)dwilin01@sprintspectrum.com

BOSTON, Mass. and Kansas City, Mo.--June 27, 2001--Nortel Networks* and Sprint today announced agreements estimated to be worth up to approximately US$1 billion over three years to deploy enhanced wireless network equipment and professional services to support the continued expansion of the Nortel Networks portion of Sprint’s nationwide PCS wireless network.

The agreement extends and expands the existing five-year relationship between Nortel Networks and Sprint to further enhance Sprint’s high-speed PCS wireless network. Under terms of the agreements, Nortel Networks will deploy radio base station and intelligent core networking equipment. These agreements are congruent with Sprint’s planned enhancements to its wireless PCS network infrastructure and are a key part of its migration to third generation (3G) services.

These enhancements, combined with Sprint’s overall upgrade of its entire PCS network, are intended to provide ‘always on,’ next generation wireless services to consumer and business subscribers. Higher speeds are expected to enable consumers to download music and data to portable wireless devices such as phones, laptops and personal digital assistants (PDAs) directly from the Internet. Business customers are expected to be able to open e-mail attachments using wireless modems in their laptops without seeking a payphone or using expensive hotel connections.

“Nortel Networks and Sprint PCS have a long-standing relationship in not only optimizing technology, but speeding delivery of new, innovative wireless services for our subscribers,” said Dennis Huber, senior vice president, network/IT, Sprint PCS. “Nortel Networks Wireless Internet solutions are positioning Sprint PCS to offer reliable, cost-effective, high capacity wireless services that can drive higher profits and customer loyalty,” said Frank Plastina, president, Wireless and Core Solutions, Nortel Networks. “This win demonstrates our leadership and growing momentum in the global Wireless Internet race.” Later this year, Nortel Networks is scheduled to begin 3G upgrades to its base stations in Sprint’s existing PCS network.

Sprint is a global communications company serving 23 million business and residential customers in more than 70 countries. With more than 80,000 employees worldwide and $23 billion in annual revenues, Sprint is widely recognized for developing, engineering and deploying state of the art network technologies, including the United States’ first nationwide all-digital, fiber-optic network. Sprint's award-winning Tier 1 Internet backbone is being extended to key global markets to provide customers with a broad portfolio of scaleable IP products. Sprint's high-capacity, high-speed network gives customers fast, dependable, non-stop access to the vast majority of the world's Internet content. Sprint also operates the largest 100-percent digital, nationwide PCS wireless network in the United States, already serving the majority of the nation’s metropolitan areas including more than 4,000 cities and communities.

For more information, visit the Sprint PCS web site at http://www.sprintpcs.com.

For more information:

Jay Barta Nortel Networks 972-685-2381 jbarta@nortelnetworks.com

Beatrice GermainNortel Networks33 1 39 44 40 28germainb@nortelnetworks.com

Mike Slatin Fleishman-Hillard 314-982-8661 slatinm@fleishman.com

Dan Wilinsky Sprint PCS 913-762-7017 dwilin01@sprintspectrum.com

MT. PROSPECT, Ill., June 22 /PRNewswire/ -- ISCO International (Illinois Superconductor Corporation) (OTC Bulletin Board: ISCO), a leading supplier of interference-control solutions for the wireless telecommunications industry, announced today that it has completed a major field trial with Verizon Wireless in the Chicago area. The trial involved 37 individual CDMA sectors in 12 cell-sites in one of the highest traffic regions of Verizon Wireless' Chicago network. The trial was designed to evaluate the benefits of interference-control on system capacity, minutes of use, and other measures of physical, operational and economic performance.

"As far as we are aware, this was by far the most comprehensive and rigorous test of high temperature superconducting ("HTS") filter systems ever conducted in a live network," stated Dr. George Calhoun, Chairman and CEO of ISCO. "This test has allowed us to quantify the effects of interference- reduction in a demanding, real-life environment much more scientifically than before. We also have combined for the first time our superconducting front- end system with our patented adaptive notch filter (ANF(TM)) technology, to suppress both in-band and out-of-band interference. We think this may prove to be the preferred configuration for many cell-sites.

"We are not ready to report the results in detail, but we are encouraged by what we have seen so far," Dr. Calhoun continued. "These results apply to 2G voice-oriented networks. We expect to extend our testing later this year to assess the benefits of HTS and ANF interference-control solutions on 2.5G systems designed for true wireless Internet services."

ISCO offers the broadest range of interference management solutions in the industry. It offers the only patented product in the world that suppresses in-band interference within 20 milliseconds. The company offers the widest range of configurations for HTS out-of-band interference solutions that support cellular, PCS, 2.5G and 3G systems. Its products include the smallest HTS filter systems on the market today, as well as the only failure-proof all-temperature HTS filter architecture, our patented ATP(TM) system. ISCO has sold more than 470 systems worldwide and has on-going field trials with domestic and international service providers. ISCO is also developing ultra-high-performance superconducting front-end products, including both transmitter and receiver products for emerging third generation (3G) wireless systems. 2.5 and 3G wireless systems are expected to replace current wireless systems over the next several years.

Because the Company wants to provide investors with meaningful and useful information, this news release contains, and incorporates by reference, certain "forward-looking statements" that reflect the Company's current expectations regarding the future results of operations, performance and achievements of the Company. The Company has tried, wherever possible, to identify these forward-looking statements by using words such as "anticipates," "believes," "estimates," "expects," "plans," "intends" and similar expressions. These statements reflect the Company's current beliefs and are based on information currently available to it. Accordingly, these statements are subject to certain risks, uncertainties and contingencies, which could cause the Company's actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed in, or implied by, such statements. These factors include, among others, the following: market acceptance of the Company's technology; the spending patterns of wireless network operators in connection with the build out of 2.5G and 3G wireless systems; the Company's ability to obtain additional financing in the future; the Company's history of net losses and the lack of assurance that the Company's earnings will be sufficient to cover fixed charges in the future; uncertainty about the Company's ability to compete effectively against better capitalized competitors and to withstand downturns in its business or the economy generally; the adverse effects on liquidity of the Company's common stock because of its de-listing from the Nasdaq National Market in June 1999; continued downward pressure on the prices charged for the Company's products due to the competition of rival manufacturers of front-end systems for the wireless telecommunications market; the timing and receipt of customer orders; the Company's ability to attract and retain key personnel; and the effects of legal proceedings. A more complete description of these risks, uncertainties and assumptions is included in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including those described under the heading "Risk Factors" in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K/A. You should not place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to release publicly the results of any revisions to any such forward-looking statements that may be made to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this Report or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.

Web site: http://www.iscointl.com

CONTACT: Mr. Charles F. Willes, Chief Financial Officer of ISCO International, 847-391-9492, iscoir@iscointl.com

TAIPEI, Taiwan -- June 21, 2001 -- At a joint press conference today, held at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Taipei, QUALCOMM Incorporated, pioneer and world leader of Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) digital wireless technology, and HTC Corporation announced a minority equity investment in HTC by QUALCOMM and a worldwide multi-million dollar, royalty-bearing CDMA subscriber unit and modem card license agreement. The agreement makes HTC the first company in Taiwan to be granted a CDMA second and third- generation (3G) license by QUALCOMM to develop, manufacture and sell subscriber unit and CDMA modem card products for standards including cdmaOne™, CDMA2000 1x/1xEV, WCDMA and TD-SCDMA.

"The partnerships and the products we have developed reflect our goal to be the number one ODM wireless handheld device manufacturer in the world," said HT Cho, president of HTC Corporation. "We not only offer world-leading manufacturing, engineering and design skills but also the rich experience we have from the technological solutions HTC has initiated. The cooperation with QUALCOMM again expands the value, expertise and resources that we can provide our customers."

In his speech, Paul Jacobs, executive vice president of QUALCOMM, spoke of the opportunities HTC had secured for itself and explained his company's decision to invest in HTC.

"This license for QUALCOMM's essential CDMA patent portfolio will allow HTC to develop and manufacture advanced third-generation CDMA voice and data wireless communications solutions for the mobile market. QUALCOMM is pleased to help HTC meet the growing demand for wireless Internet access," Jacobs said. "The rollout of 3G networks and the provision of 3G services will be exciting and challenging. Our decision to invest in HTC is calculated to make sure devices that can utilize the full potential of 3G are on the market when the service becomes available. Combining HTC's expertise in Pocket PC and mobile device engineering with QUALCOMM's CDMA technology will facilitate the creation of a formidable range of wireless smart handheld devices and smart phones ready for 3G."

During the conference Peter Chou, vice president of mobile wireless engineering at HTC, outlined the importance of the license agreement for product research and development at the company, and the strong position it placed HTC compared to its competitors.

"As HTC's strategy is focused around developing wireless mobile computing and communication devices for its customers, licensing QUALCOMM's CDMA technology will enable us to achieve our goal of becoming a major player in the wireless Internet marketplace and fulfill the need for advanced digital wireless devices," Chou said.

QUALCOMM Contacts: Patty Goodwin, Corporate Public Relations 1-(858) 651-4127 (ph) 1-(858) 651-5873 (fax) e-mail: pgoodwin@qualcomm.com or Julie Cunningham, Investor Relations 1-(858) 658-4224 (ph) 1-(858) 651-9303 (fax) e-mail: jcunningham@qualcomm.com

HTC Contact: Maggie Cheng, Corporate Public Relations 886-3-375-5519 (ph) 886-3-375-3251 (fax) e-mail: maggie_cheng@htc.com.tw

WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CA (June 19, 2001) – GTRAN Wireless, Inc., a designer and developer of wireless transmission products, today announced a strategic alliance with BlueKite.com, a leading mobile Internet software provider, to enhance data rates using GTRAN’s DotSurfer™ wireless pc modem card. BlueKite’s technology will further increase the current high-speed data rates DotSurfer™ provides to laptops and PDAs, while enabling efficient use of constrained wireless spectrum.

GTRAN Wireless also announced the launch of its DotSurfer™ 153K family of PCMCIA Type II data cards earlier this year. Three versions of the card (800MHz, 1700MHz, 1900MHz) are available to address the different operating bands in the Americas and Asia. “We have achieved raw data speeds in the 80Kb/s–120Kb/s range in a mobile environment,” said Deepak Mehrotra, president and CEO of GTRAN Wireless. “With BlueKite’s optimization software we expect to exceed effective speeds of 250Kb/s. This provides our customers an untethered multimedia experience on a laptop or a PDA. We are running trials with a number of CDMA carriers and expect production deployment to start in Q3, 2001.”

The BlueKite client software will be bundled with the GTRAN solution providing faster, more efficient mobile Internet access to users in several Asian markets. Major U.S. and European mobile operators have already deployed BlueKite’s optimization software, which allows users to access the rich content of the full Internet at speeds equivalent to or better than 56kbps fixed-line modems. This enhanced speed enables a mobile Internet experience similar to what users enjoy in their homes or offices. Beyond providing higher access speeds, BlueKite’s technology also enhances the efficiency of packet-switched networks by an average of eight times, helping service providers more efficiently utilize highly valuable and limited spectrum in delivering mobile Internet services.

“The GTRAN Wireless partnership will enable BlueKite to help deliver affordable, high-performance, and easy-to-use Internet services to end users in virtually every world market,” said Robin Abrams, president and CEO of BlueKite. “Furthermore, the seamless integration of the software makes having a mobile device enabled for fast and reliable wireless Internet access extremely easy for any type of user.” Last August, GTRAN Wireless was the world’s first company to launch a true PCMCIA Type II data card solution for Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) IS-95 systems. Deployed on Korea Telecom Freetel’s network, DotSurfer™ has been very successful in providing wireless Internet access at 64Kb/s (IS-95B).

EATONTOWN, NJ (June 15th, 2001)--Spirent Communications, the world leader in performance analysis solutions, announces the C2K-ATS CDMA2000 Mobile Test System. C2K-ATS is the industry's first automatic CDMA2000 performance analysis solution that aids mobile device manufacturers and service providers in the development and deployment of reliable products and services. Improving upon Spirent¡¦s industry leading IS-95 test solution, C2K-ATS offers key enhancements such as:

Test execution up to three times faster than previous solutions

Ultra-low phase noise interference sources required for adjacent channel receiver tests

Complete control and diagnostic analysis of the mobile device under test

Dynamic system configuration optimizes test execution and test coverage

Calibration wizard automates calibration for all system components

C2K-ATS provides a complete test bed for the evaluation of CDMA mobile transceiver performance. C2K-ATS combines Windows-based application software with powerful instruments to enable automated, closed-loop device testing. The system addresses IS-98D mobile device test requirements, with pre-defined suites for industry standard tests. C2K-ATS reduces time to market and conserves valuable engineering resources by providing a turn-key solution for mobile performance analysis. Potential design flaws can be caught earlier in the development cycle enabling more trouble-free deployment. Mobile device performance can be optimized using C2K-ATS to create a competitive advantage.

"Thorough testing of 3G mobile devices is essential to get ahead in today's market,¨ states Cliff Bailey, Wireless Product Manager for Spirent Communications. "Spirent Communications' C2K-ATS allows manufactures and service providers to perform comprehensive tests on mobile devices before market release. Thorough evaluation ensures that products will perform as promised once they reach the customer.¨

C2K-ATS is comprised of proven Spirent Communications instruments and ground-breaking new software including: TASKIT/C2K Test Application Software, UDM Universal Diagnostic Monitor software, TAS4500 FLEX5 RF Channel Emulator, TAS CIL CDMA2000 Interference Lab, and TAS5048 Test Configuration Unit. This suite of Spirent equipment works with an Agilent Base Station Emulator and Spectrum Analyzer to provide a complete solution for all phases of CDMA mobile device design, development and deployment. This comprehensive solution demonstrates Spirent Communications¡¦ commitment to supporting the CDMA industry as it launches next generation wireless services.

For more information on C2K-ATS, contact Cliff Bailey at (732) 544-8700 or via e-mail at cliff.bailey@spirentcom.com. Lead-time is twelve weeks. Pricing starts at $224,950.

A high resolution image file of this product can be downloaded from www.taskit.com/news_images.htm

Contact: Rebecca Boucher, Spirent CommunicationsMarketing Manager, TAS DivisionBUS: 732.544.8700FAX: 732.544.8387EMAIL: rebecca.boucher@spirentcom.com

SAN DIEGO -- June 14, 2001 -- QUALCOMM Incorporated, pioneer and world leader of Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) digital wireless technology, today announced that its Binary Runtime Environment for Wireless™ (BREW™) platform has been awarded the 2001 CDMA Industry Achievement Award for Innovative Solutions. This was awarded by the CDMA Development Group (CDG) during the 6th Annual CDMA World Congress in Hong Kong this week. QUALCOMM's BREW platform was recognized for its significant contribution towards the advancement of wireless technology and CDMA networks. The BREW platform is developed and supported by QUALCOMM Internet Services (QIS), a division of QUALCOMM focusing on wireless Internet applications and services deployment.

The BREW platform is a thin applications environment that provides an open, standard platform for wireless devices. The BREW platform allows rapid development of a wide variety of applications that users will be able to download from carrier networks over the air onto any BREW-enabled phone.

Before the BREW platform, wireless handset applications were tied to specific handset models and software development was virtually closed to third-party software developers. With the BREW platform as a standard programming environment, software developers can simply integrate their applications to the BREW platform once, effectively eliminating the need to modify applications for each new device model.

"QUALCOMM deserves to be applauded for its efforts in accelerating the adoption of useful wireless Internet applications and services on CDMA networks worldwide," said Perry La Forge, executive director of the CDMA Development Group. "CDG recognizes the contribution QUALCOMM is making to the improvement of CDMA services through its development and deployment of the BREW platform."

"We appreciate CDG's recognition of QUALCOMM's efforts in providing a platform for the creation and execution of compelling, useful software and services," said Paul Jacobs, executive vice president of QUALCOMM.

BREW services are scheduled to be commercially launched by the end of 2001. Korea Telecom Freetel (KTF) in Korea, KDDI in Japan and Verizon Wireless in the United States will be the first carriers to roll out BREW services.

QUALCOMM Contacts: Alison Graves, QUALCOMM Internet Services 1-(858) 651-4348 (ph) 1-(858) 845-1251 (fax) e-mail: agraves@qualcomm.com or Patty Goodwin, Corporate Public Relations 1-(858) 651-4127 (ph) 1-(858) 651-5873 (fax) e-mail: pgoodwin@qualcomm.com or Julie Cunningham, Investor Relations 1-(858) 658-4224 (ph) 1-(858) 651-9303 (fax) e-mail: jcunningham@qualcomm.com

HONG KONG, June 13-- Lucent Technologies today announced it received the CDMA Development Group's 3G Industry Achievement Award for Infrastructure Technology Innovation June 12 at the 3G World Congress in Hong Kong.

The award acknowledges Lucent's achievements in delivering innovative wireless solutions to customers and in leading the industry in code division multiple access (CDMA), the underlying technology for third-generation (3G) wireless networks. Lucent was recognized for introducing network capabilities that allow 3G operators flexible and cost-effective solutions for implementing advanced features and an easy evolution path to future enhancements.

"We congratulate Lucent Technologies for their achievements in the wireless industry and their continued dedication to the development of CDMA technology," said Perry LaForge, executive director of the CDMA Development Group. "Lucent won this award based on the impact that the company's portfolio of global network solutions for the Internet has made in the 3G wireless industry."

Specifically, Lucent was cited for its innovative portfolio of global network solutions for the mobile Internet and its support of the third-generation technology known as CDMA2000(TM) 1xEV-DO (1xEvolution-Data Only). This 3G technology makes it possible to transmit data at speeds up to 165 times faster than possible in current wireless voice and data networks so that subscribers can open complex e-mail attachments, download music to their phones directly from the Internet or send pictures to one another's handsets.

"Lucent is honored to receive this achievement award for our work in 3G," said Mike Iandolo, CDMA product management vice president. "It underscores our leadership in CDMA, which is the underlying technology for all the major 3G technologies, and our commitment to innovative solutions that deliver on the promise of the mobile Internet."

CONTACT: Richard Wright of Lucent Technologies - Hong Kong, office: +852-2506-8043, fax: +852-2506-9621, rjwright1@lucent.com; or Rosemary Yaecker of Lucent Technologies - U.S., office: 908-582-5766, fax: 908-582-6678, ryaecker@lucent.com Web site: http://www.lucent.com http://www.cdg.org

HONG KONG--June 13, 2001- Kyocera Wireless Corp. today announced that the Kyocera QCP(TM) 6035 received the 3G Industry Achievement Award for Subscriber Technology from the CDMA Development Group (CDG). The award was presented to Kyocera on Tuesday, June 12, 2001 at the 3G World Congress in Hong Kong.

The 3G Industry Achievement Awards recognize significant contributions by companies and individuals toward the advancement of wireless technology. The Kyocera QCP 6035 smartphone was chosen for its ergonomic design and unique functionality, which integrates voice communications, text messaging, wireless e-mail and multiple wireless Web access technologies with the large screen and huge applications library of the Palm OS(R) handheld computing platform.

"Kyocera Wireless Corp. is proud to accept the 3G Industry Achievement Award for the Kyocera QCP 6035 smartphone," said Masahiro Inoue, president and CEO of Kyocera Wireless Corp. "Kyocera's smartphone provides a model for the next generation of wireless phones, that will combine high-speed data services of 3G wireless technologies with large, easy to read screens and a handheld computing platform. In this way, the wireless phone evolves to become a true wireless Internet terminal that can be customized with unique applications to meet the needs of both consumers and enterprise users."

The 3G Subscriber Technology award recognizes handsets that demonstrate innovative thinking in both physical design and services supported," said Perry LaForge, executive director of the CDMA Development Group. "The Kyocera smartphone's unique blend of ergonomic design features, PDA functions and support for multiple wireless browser technologies creates a state of the art handset that points the way toward a new generation of 3G-capable wireless devices."

Kyocera's QCP 6035 smartphone offers a built-in speakerphone, voice-activated dialing and a convenient jog-dial for accessing phone settings, contact information and call history. With the Palm OS v3.5 and 8 MB of memory, the QCP 6035 can run thousands of applications written for the Palm OS platform. The Kyocera QCP 6035 supports multiple wireless Web access technologies, including HTML browsers with Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption to provide security for confidential data, making the QCP 6035 a robust platform for m-commerce and enterprise information management. Users can also access corporate or personal e-mail accounts using integrated wireless e-mail applications.

CONTACT: Kyocera Wireless Corp. | Rick Goetter, 858/882-2722 | rgoetter@kyocera-wireless.com | or | Fleishman-Hillard for Kyocera | John Chier, 619/235-9995 | chierj@fleishman.com | or | CDG News Bureau | Christine Bock, 714/540-1030 | cbock@bockpr.com

STOCKHOLM, Sweden--June 12, 2001—Ericsson demonstrates seamless, high-speed packet data services with its industry leading CDMA2000 and Wireless LAN (WLAN) solutions at the CDMA World Congress.

Showcasing mobile IP capabilities for wireless networks, Ericsson's CDMA2000 1xEV solution illustrates how CDMA operators can efficiently and cost effectively deliver 3G mobile Internet services to their customers.

Ericsson's CDMA2000 1xEV-DO solution will support such 3G applications as streaming audio, video and data transfers. Offering peak data rates up to 2.4 Mbps in a standard 1.25 MHz carrier, with a minimum average throughput of 600 Kbps, Ericsson's CDMA2000 1xEV-DO solution is fully compliant with IS-856. It can be simply added to existing CDMA2000 radio base stations or overlaid on an existing CDMA network, enabling operators to provide customers with highspeed mobile Internet capabilities while efficiently utilizing radio spectrum.

``Ericsson is committed to the evolution of CDMA2000 and to helping operators supply the most advanced mobile Internet services to their customers,'' said Ake Persson, president of Ericsson CDMA Systems. ``In order to meet critical operator requirements for advanced services, Ericsson offers a highly scaleable and flexible CDMA2000 product line.''

Ericsson's CDMA2000 1xEV demonstration also includes a complementary access service with Wireless LAN (WLAN). The multi-access hand-offs between 1xEV-DO and WLAN enable the end-user to have an ``always best connected'' experience when working in local environments such as airports and conference centers. The end-user will experience the maximum benefits of both technologies, ensuring seamless mobility with secure connections and the highest data rates possible.

Ericsson is shaping the future of Mobile and Broadband Internet communications through its continuous technology leadership. Providing innovative solutions in more than 140 countries, Ericsson is helping to create the most powerful communication companies in the world.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT Charlotte Rubin, Public Relations Manager Ericsson Business Unit CDMA Systems Phone: +1 858 332 6589; E-mail: charlotte.rubin@ericsson.com Kathy Egan, Vice President Ericsson Inc., Corporate Communications Phone: +1 212 685 4030; E-mail: kathy.egan@ericsson.com

Santa Clara, Calif., and Kansas City, Mo., (June 12, 2001) – AirPrime, Inc., a leading provider of Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) wireless data and voice products to the OEM market, and Sprint PCS (NYSE: PCS), the nation’s fastest growing all digital, all PCS nationwide wireless network, today announced the companies completed the first the first live CDMA2000 1x voice call for the SB3000, Springboard™ module. Working in cooperation with Sprint PCS from its Systems Test and Integration Center in Lenexa, Kansas, AirPrime used its 3G, 1x-ready CDMA Springboard™ module, the SB3000, to place both mobile-originated and mobile-terminated voice calls over the Sprint PCS network.

The successful completion of the CDMA2000 1x voice call denotes yet another significant milestone for AirPrime, which announced in March that it had worked with Sprint PCS to complete field data and voice testing approvals for its Springboard™ module.

“AirPrime’s successful live voice call on Sprint PCS’ CDMA2000 1x-enabled network is a significant accomplishment and an important step toward true third-generation wireless communication devices,” said Brian Finnerty, senior director of product realization for Sprint PCS. “For consumers who want mobile voice and data on a single device, this ability will ultimately help them fulfill their information, entertainment, messaging and transaction needs.”

In addition to being a first for AirPrime, the call was also one of the first live 1x demonstrations by a 3G terminal manufacturer to use the newest QUALCOMM Incorporated (Nasdaq: QCOM) 3G CDMA2000 1x MSM5105™ Mobile Station Modem (MSM™) integrated circuit and system software. The MSM5105 integrated circuit supports data rates of up to 153 kilobits per second (kbps) and is backward compatible with today’s IS-95A/B networks.

The SB3000 module incorporates 3G CDMA2000 1x chip technology enabling users to gracefully transition to higher wireless data speeds and enhanced voice capacity on their Handspring™ Visor™ without having to purchase additional hardware.

“This milestone places AirPrime at the forefront of 3G readiness and validates the strength of our engineering and design capabilities,” said Jim Kirkpatrick, Senior VP of Engineering for AirPrime. “Our goal is to rapidly enable our OEM partners to incorporate competitive CDMA wireless voice and data technology in their product portfolios, and to stay one step ahead of the 3G curve. By working closely with Sprint PCS to confirm and validate the high-speed voice capability of our SB3000 Springboard module, we expect to see consumer confidence in wireless voice and data increase.”

“Sprint PCS is on track for 3G migration and is working closely with its infrastructure, application and device vendors, like AirPrime, in the testing, preparation and planning for 3G deployment,” said Oliver Valente, chief technology offer for Sprint PCS. “Hitting this milestone confirms that AirPrime shares Sprint PCS’ commitment to 3G and our clear path to deployment.”

By mid 2002, the entire Sprint PCS all-digital nationwide network will offer 3G CDMA20001x services.

CDMA is the fastest growing and most popular air interface in North America. Current IS-95A networks support 14.4 kbps while IS-95B networks in Asia support 64 kbps. Future deployments of CDMA2000 1xEV will support data speeds from 153 kbps to 2.4 Mbps, as well as offering significant improvements in system capacity and standby time. Analysts expect that wireless data subscribers will surpass one billion by 2005 as the world continues to migrate toward 3G technology.

Contacts: Jeff DuBois Magnet Communications 212-367-6864 jdubois@magnetcom.com

Liz Crawford AirPrime 408-844-7907 liz.crawford@airprime.com

Santa Clara, Calif., and Kansas City, Mo., (June 11, 2001) – AirPrime, Inc., a leading provider of Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) wireless data and voice products to the OEM market, and Sprint PCS, the nation's fastest growing all digital, all PCS nationwide wireless network, today announced the companies completed the first live CDMA2000 1x voice call for the SB3000, Springboard™ module. Working in cooperation with Sprint PCS from its Systems Test and Integration Center in Lenexa, Kansas, AirPrime used its 3G, 1x-ready CDMA Springboard™ module, the SB3000, to place both mobile-originated and mobile-terminated voice calls over the Sprint PCS network.The successful completion of the CDMA2000 1x voice call denotes yet another significant milestone for AirPrime, which announced in March that it had worked with Sprint PCS to complete field data and voice testing approvals for its Springboard™ module.

"AirPrime's successful live voice call on Sprint PCS' CDMA2000 1x-enabled network is a significant accomplishment and an important step toward true third-generation wireless communication devices," said Brian Finnerty, Senior Director of Product Realization for Sprint PCS. "For consumers who want mobile voice and data on a single device, this ability will ultimately help them fulfill their information, entertainment, messaging and transaction needs."

In addition to being a first for AirPrime, the call was also one of the first live 1x demonstrations by a 3G terminal manufacturer to use the newest QUALCOMM Incorporated (Nasdaq: QCOM) 3G CDMA2000 1x MSM5105™ Mobile Station Modem (MSM™) integrated circuit and system software. The MSM5105 integrated circuit supports data rates of up to 153 kilobits per second (kbps) and is backward compatible with today's IS-95A/B networks.

The SB3000 module incorporates 3G CDMA2000 1x chip technology enabling users to gracefully transition to higher wireless data speeds and enhanced voice capacity on their Handspring™ Visor™ without having to purchase additional hardware.

"This milestone places AirPrime at the forefront of 3G readiness and validates the strength of our engineering and design capabilities," said Jim Kirkpatrick, Senior VP of Engineering for AirPrime. "Our goal is to rapidly enable our OEM partners to incorporate competitive CDMA wireless voice and data technology in their product portfolios, and to stay one step ahead of the 3G curve. By working closely with Sprint PCS to confirm and validate the high-speed voice capability of our SB3000 Springboard module, we expect to see consumer confidence in wireless voice and data increase."

"Sprint PCS is on track for 3G migration and is working closely with its infrastructure, application and device vendors, like AirPrime, in the testing, preparation and planning for 3G deployment," said Oliver Valente, Chief Technology Officer for Sprint PCS. "Hitting this milestone confirms that AirPrime shares Sprint PCS' commitment to 3G and our clear path to deployment."

By mid 2002, the entire Sprint PCS all-digital nationwide network will offer 3G CDMA2000 1x services.

CDMA is the fastest growing and most popular air interface in North America. Current IS-95A networks support 14.4 kbps while IS-95B networks in Asia support 64 kbps. Future deployments of CDMA2000 1xEV will support data speeds from 153 kbps to 2.4 Mbps, as well as offering significant improvements in system capacity and standby time. Analysts expect that wireless data subscribers will surpass one billion by 2005 as the world continues to migrate toward 3G technology.

SAN DIEGO, June 11, 2001 - Axesstel (www.axesstel.com), a manufacturer of feature-rich wireless local loop (WLL) phones, modem cards and network optimization products for the global code division multiple access (CDMA) communications market, today announced the company's cooperation with Nebraska Wireless Telephone Company, a wireless local loop telephone service provider to the state of Nebraska.

Under terms of the agreement, Nebraska Wireless will provide Axesstel WLL phones to newly signed subscribers. The Axesstel phones will be a key component in ensuring that Nebraska Wireless local loop telephone service offerings provide consumers with a local telephone service that can be fixed in a home or business as a desktop telephone.

"Axesstel is excited to have teamed with Nebraska Wireless as our first U.S.- based customer, and we look forward to further servicing the WLL subscribers in Nebraska while establishing recognition in the U.S. market," said Mike Kwon, president and CEO of Axesstel. "Our relationship with Nebraska Wireless further exemplifies the fact that WLL services are a proven and cost-effective alternative to traditional wireline services in the United States."

"We anticipate a very long and successful relationship with Axesstel," said Mary Place-Schaffert, director of sales and marketing of Nebraska Wireless. "Together, we can offer innovative and cost-effective WLL solutions that will give them both the functionality and ease of use of traditional wireless service."

Backed by Qualcomm, Axesstel is steadily following through on establishing the company as a global leader in the development of WLL phones. Having already landed contracts in Latin America and with significant interest elsewhere in the world, Axesstel's established U.S. presence further exemplifies the company's global efforts.

Axesstel's ACW-P1900 WLL phone is a feature-rich mobile handset designed for a fixed environment and is complete with the following functions:

·Three hours of talk time and 20 hours of standby time ·Speech and PC fax capabilities ·Signal strength indicator LED ·Large four-line dot matrix LCD ·99 speed dial memory ·Automatic sending ·Call waiting, call forwarding, call transfer, three-way calling ·RS-232C serial data port for wireless data

Contact: Benjamin Lee, senior director of marketing for Axesstel, by phone at + 1 (858) 625-2100, via e-mail at blee@axesstel.com, or visit the company's Web site at www.axesstel.com.

Two new folding models are put on the market, one of which is just 13mm thick and weighs only 70g

The CDMA2000 mobile phone lineup includes single- and dual-folder models

The new handsets feature enhanced functions such as 144kbps wireless data communications and network games

Incoming short text messages and the phone’s operational status can be confirmed without opening the unit

The new products will stimulate CDMA2000 use and give Samsung an edge in the CDMA2000 market

(Hongkong, June 11-15 2001) – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. showcases new ultra-slim and ultra-light 3G handsets. Samsung Electronics unveiled the industry’s first CDMA2000 handset (model: SCH-X100), and now company introduces the two improved models (the single LCD folder SCH-X110 and dual LCD folder SCH-X120) that are much lighter and thinner and come with better functions. The new phones were introduced in the end of February in Korean market.

The SCH-X120 has a more sophisticated design than Samsung’s first dual LCD folder mobile phone, which was a big hit in Korea last year. The new phone is 14mm thick, weighs 75g and has convenient, value-added functions built in for the age of high-speed Internet access.

There is an innovative dual LCD. The user can check the contents of short text messages through the outer LCD window. If caller ID service is available, the user can confirm who is calling without flipping the folder open.

Meanwhile, the SCH-X110 with single LCD, is an ultra-slim 13 mm (the world’s thinnest mobile handset to date) and ultra-light 70g.

The wide, 8-line LCD is complemented with data transmission speeds of up to 144kbps and super-fast wireless Internet connections. Other value-added features include wireless network games and a five-color (red, blue, etc.) LED lamp that changes for different callers.

Samsung Electronics is already the leader in the second-generation mobile phone market. By introducing the new CDMA2000 models, the company will gain a more prominent position in the IMT-2000 market and help to stimulate interest in the CDMA2000 format.

Specifications for SCH-X110Platform: CDMA2000 1x(800Mhz) Dimensions: 83.5 x 44 x 13.8mmWeight: 70gLCD: 4-grey scale supports 128 x 128 pixels

Key featuresSuper slim 1x folderUser Editable Start menuHigh data rate up to 144KbpsWAP Browser / GVM(Game Virtual Machine) / PIM

Specifications for SCH-X120Platform: CDMA2000 1x(800Mhz)Dimensions: 83.5 x 44 x 14.7mmWeight: 75gLCD: 4-grey scale supports 128 x 128 pixels

Key featuresSuper slim & dual LCD 1x folder(SMS & CLI display on external LCD)User Editable Start menuHigh data rate up to 144KbpsWAP browser / GVM(Game Virtual Machine) / PIM

For further information contact Helena Lee (Korea) Tel: +822 751 2728e-mail: helenita@samsung.co.kr

Users can access Internet broadcast and online music videos.

Developing the world¡¦s first mobile phone with moving picture capability has given Samsung an advantage in basic technology for IMT-2000 handsets.

MPEG-4 stereo sound technology is applied on a cdma2000 1x platform.

The product supports high-speed wireless data communications and color Video on Demand service.

A high-definition color TFT-LCD developed by Samsung Electronics is used.

(Hongkong, June 11-15 2001) -Samsung Electronics has completed development of a handset that can receive color moving pictures, opening up new possibilities in mobile communications. Samsung's unique VOD phones (models: SCH-X200 (Frequency: 800Mhz) and SPH-X2000(Frequency: 1.9Ghz)) provide high-speed, wireless access to music videos, Internet broadcasts, animation and other motion pictures in color. They make possible wireless Video on Demand and Audio on Demand, which will be among the services offered by IMT-2000 networks. As such, Samsung now has the basic technology to lead the new era of wireless multimedia.

The Samsung VOD Phone, to be initially sold in Korea, has an MPEG-4 decoder that operates from a cdma2000 1x platform and built-in stereo sound reproduction. The handset can receive motion picture data streams at up to 144Kbps.A large TFT-LCD is used to provide clear movie images. Separate memory is available for storage, so the user can download the video and replay it as many times as he/she wants.The high-performance TFT-LCD was developed exclusively by the Samsung Electronics Semiconductor Division. It can accommodate 12 lines of text at once and is clearly superior to the black-and-white TFT-LCDs currently available. Color TFT-LCDs are expected to be commonly used on the new handsets being developed.

The Samsung VOD Phone is supported by many value-added functions. Windows User Interface provides greater convenience. The built-in telephone directory can store up to 2,400 numbers, and customized icons, images and ring melodies can be downloaded from a computer. Online games can be played in color as well. The phone circuits are designed to conserve power and the software is optimized to extend battery life to accommodate the playback of motion pictures in color.

The Samsung VOD phone, with color display and motion picture playback, represents a technology breakthrough, as most other handsets have black-and-white screens and support only text data.

Samsung's latest handset will have a great impact on other companies. Now that a handset has been developed to support Video on Demand, companies are expected to rush to develop VOD contents and services in order to lead new markets. Over half (14 million) of Korea's 26 million mobile phone users can access the Internet. Therfore, the wireless Internet functions will develop quickly and commercial applications are unlimited.

For further information contact Helena Lee (Korea) Tel: +822 751 2728 e-mail: helenita@samsung.co.kr

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill., June 11, 2001-- Four wireless telephone operating companies in northern Mexico, currently under management control of Telefonica Moviles, have signed a $41 million expansion contract with Motorola to provide an end-to-end Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) solution. The expansion will begin immediately and includes Motorola network equipment and applications for launching key value-added services, handsets and professional services.

The deal positions the telecom operators for a smooth migration to 2.5 and third generation (3G) wireless technologies, both of which will provide increased voice capacity and data rates. The network expansion can support future growth for Bajacel, Movitel, Norcel and Cedetel, the four operating companies in the North of Mexico. These companies service an area with a combined population of more than 20 million.

The contract includes sleek Motorola Talkabout(R) T2260 and Talkabout 182 dual-mode digital handsets that among other things will enable Telefonica to enter the new wireless messaging arena. Additionally, the contract includes SC(TM) 4812T base transceiver stations, controllers and electronic mobile exchange (EMX(R)) platforms. Installation of the Motorola end-to-end system is under way and full commercial deployment is expected by the end of the year.

"We have plans to build out and expand the CDMA network in Northern Mexico, and we are confident Motorola will continue to support our needs of top quality digital network infrastructure, support services and terminals," said the chief executive officer of the four operating companies.

"This is the second major expansion in a year in Northern Mexico, and Motorola is in full support of the wireless operators' plans for accelerated subscriber growth and a smooth migration to next generation systems," said Jose Figueroa, vice president and general manager of the Latin America and Caribbean region for Motorola's Global Telecom Solutions Sector.

CONTACT: Roderick Kelly of Motorola Public Relations, +44-7764- 293196, or Rkelly1@email.mot.com; or Mario Ocampo, Communications & Public Affairs of Motorola Mexico, S.A., +52-52-57-6857, or Mario.Ocampo@motorola.com/

Seattle, WA, June 11, 2001 Versatile Mobile Systems (Canada) Inc., a leading mobile commerce solutions provider, and QUALCOMM Incorporated, the leader in mobile communications for the transportation industry, today announced they have entered into a joint marketing agreement to provide mobile commerce solutions.

This agreement provides the foundation for a joint development and marketing solution that will deploy Versatile's mobile commerce applications on handheld computers that interface with QUALCOMM's OmniTRACS® and OmniExpress' mobile communications systems.

Versatile will complement QUALCOMM's offering with robust delivery solutions that enable logistics companies to control inventory in the field and improve customer relationships. Versatile will use QUALCOMM's mobile communication systems to connect mobile workers to enterprise systems on the corporate network, enabling users to work in more diverse operating environments.

"We are looking forward to being able to offer the market a solution that utilizes both QUALCOMM's mobile communication systems and Versatile's mobile applications," said John A. Hardy, Chairman and CEO of Versatile Mobile Systems. "Deploying our solutions with QUALCOMM will provide companies with end-to-end mobile commerce solutions to manage enterprise information."

"Versatile's knowledge in mobile commerce, along with QUALCOMM's communications expertise, will provide less-than-truckload and private fleets with value-added tools to enhance their productivity and operations," said George Dunn vice president and general manager for North American Operations, QUALCOMM Wireless Business Solutions. "With Versatile joining the QUALCOMM Partner Program, our integrated efforts will enable us to provide customers with unique, flexible solutions."

QUALCOMM Partner Program seeks to establish business relationships with respected companies who are active in markets that can benefit from QUALCOMM's mobile communications and fleet management systems. Program participants have demonstrated an established presence in a key vertical market, have technical expertise in fleet management solutions, and possess strong customer orientation and support capabilities.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:

Ted Moorhouse Vice President, Marketing Versatile Mobile Systems (Canada) Inc. Tel: 604-683-2915 — Fax: 604-683-2965

mailto:tmoorhouse@versatilemobile.comtmoorhouse@versatilemobile.com

HONG KONG, June 10, 2001-- Motorola's Global Telecom Solutions Sector is teaming with Altera Corporation, for the design and development of Motorola's "Beyond 3G" CDMA2000 (Code Division Multiple Access) 1xEV-DV network solution.

Altera will be a preferred supplier of programmable logic devices for the development of Motorola's CDMA2000 1xEV-DV network. Altera will place dedicated technical resources at Motorola's Arlington Heights research labs to fully leverage the power of Altera's system-on-a-programmable-chip (SOPC) solutions.

Motorola's CDMA2000 1x EV-DV (data and voice) solution is designed to provide average data rate speeds of 1.2 megabits per second (Mbps) for mobile users with peak data speeds up to 5.2 Mbps. Altera's SOPC solutions allow for high-speed, parallel, signal processing that is required by this next generation wireless technology through Altera's innovative APEX architecture, which is anticipated to bring cost, performance and time to market advantages to Motorola. Currently, as many as 38 Altera APEX 20K devices power the CDMA2000 1x EV-DV network solution that will be demonstrated June 11-15 at the 3G World Congress in Hong Kong. A similar demonstration was exhibited at the Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association show in March in Las Vegas.

Motorola is the only network vendor to successfully demonstrate a 1xEV-DV solution.

The 1XTREME proposal is an extension of CDMA2000 1x technology with full backward compatibility to current networks. Motorola is installing CDMA2000 1x networks worldwide and offers network operators a migration evolution to 3G solutions with its CDMA2000 1xEV-DO (data only) and 1xEV-DV solutions.

"The relationship between supplier and buyer is becoming important in today's wireless communications market," said John Cipolla, vice president and general manager of Motorola's CDMA Systems Division. "Altera's SOPC solutions bring another innovative component to Motorola's beyond 3G network solutions which can improve network performance and time-to-market delivery," said Cipolla.

"Partnering with Motorola is further proof of our commitment to elevate our customer-supplier relationships to full partnership, leveraging our SOPC solutions," said John Daane, president and chief executive officer of Altera. "Our goal is to work hand in glove with Motorola in moving its products quickly and efficiently through proof of concept stages and into volume production," said Daane.

A 1,000-page specification proposal has been put forth to the 3GPP2 standards body under the name "1XTREME" by Motorola, Nokia, Texas Instruments, Philips Semiconductors and Altera. The 3GPP2 is reviewing various proposals to determine a baseline text for a standard on the data/voice applications to the third generation (3G) wireless network. Standardized specifications are expected to be approved this year.

CONTACT: Roderick Kelly of Motorola Public Relations, +44-7764- 293196, or Rkelly1@email.mot.com; or Anna Del Rosario of Altera Public Relations, 408-544-7496, or adelrosa@altera.com/

BEDMINSTER, N.J., June 5 -- Verizon Wireless and Motorola have joined forces to introduce the latest in design and convergence technology with the national launch of a new wireless phone that, with an optional headset, does double duty as an FM radio. The Motorola V120c, available exclusively at Verizon Wireless' Communications Stores and at Verizon Wireless' stores-within-a-store at Radio Shack, is also Mobile Web(TM) and Mobile Messenger(SM) ready for customers choosing those services.

In addition to the exclusive offer of the Motorola V120c, Verizon is announcing the national availability of the Motorola V60c, a sleek, full-featured Mobile Web(TM) and Mobile Messenger(SM) ready handset that also operates as an FM radio with the addition of a headset. With both handsets, the optional FM radio automatically mutes when a phone call comes in allowing customers to simply press a button and start talking without removing the headset. The FM radio resumes playing when the call ends. When consumers purchase the Motorola V120c or the V60c with Verizon Wireless national SingleRate(TM) service, customers can communicate using talk or text and listen to the radio virtually anywhere in the country.

``We are offering our customers the ultimate in convenience and portability -- feature-rich wireless phones in a single package that is small enough to fit in the palm of your hand,'' said John Stratton, Verizon Wireless vice president and chief marketing officer. ``We are excited to be the first carrier to deliver an entirely new way to stay connected and entertained.''

Customers who purchase either the Motorola V120c or the V60c phone with service from Verizon Wireless between June 1 and June 30, 2001 will receive a mail-in rebate coupon for a free FM radio headset. The Motorola V120c is expected to retail at $69.99 with Verizon Wireless service.

About The Motorola V120c Motorola's new V120c is for individuals youthful in attitude, not necessarily in age. This new affordable handset lets users talk in style with its customizable colorful covers that reflect their personality.

The Motorola V60c offers customers a variety of features packed in 4.4 ounces of sleek sophistication. The compact (2.05`` x 3.67''x .79) flip phone is easy to use with a large keypad and displays. The phone has a unique dual display feature that offers two viewing options. A large interior display for standard functions and an exterior display that presents caller-ID, text messages*, or time and date.

Voice recognition technology keeps dialing to a minimum and allows users to create shortcuts to favorite features or leave reminders for themselves. The V60c also can serve as an FM radio with the addition of an optional headset accessory. The V60c is expected to retail for $399.99.

With the addition of the headset, customers have an added use for their wireless phone. Stratton points out that customers are encouraged to not use the FM headsets while driving. ``Verizon Wireless has and will continue to take an industry leadership position by supporting the use of hands-free devices while driving,'' he adds. ``The FM radio is an option that gives customers the flexibility to use their wireless phones for a totally different purpose -- entertainment. It is convergence technology at its best -- the wave of the future.''

SOURCE: Verizon Wireless

San Diego — June 5, 2001 — Wireless Knowledge, Inc., a Microsoft Corporation and QUALCOMM Incorporated company, and Kyocera Wireless Corp., a leading innovator of code division multiple access (CDMA) wireless handsets, today announced they are joining forces to offer enterprise mobility applications for Kyocera's QCP 6035 smartphone. This relationship will allow Wireless Knowledge to demonstrate enterprise-grade mobility applications on the Palm OS based Kyocera smartphone. In addition, Wireless Knowledge will provide custom development services for the creation of wireless enterprise solutions that will utilize the QCP 6035 as a platform for corporate collaboration.

"The Kyocera QCP 6035 smartphone combines a wireless phone with a Palm OS handheld computer - creating an extremely functional device for extending corporate applications to mobile users," said Peggy Biddison, vice president and chief marketing officer for Wireless Knowledge. "With our custom applications and shrink-wrapped software products, Wireless Knowledge is committed to supporting Kyocera's CDMA handsets by enabling users to remotely access their critical corporate data from this hybrid device."

"We look forward to working with a mobility leader like Wireless Knowledge," said Masahiro Inoue, president and CEO of Kyocera Wireless Corp. "Our Palm PoweredÔ smartphone combines the most advanced wireless technology with the most user-friendly features. Our relationship with Wireless Knowledge will extend the power of this platform by giving corporate customers remote access to their most valued enterprise information."

The Kyocera QCP 6035 smartphone is a trimode CDMA handset with enhanced features, including a built-in speakerphone, voice-activated dialing and a convenient jog-dial for accessing phone settings, contact information and call history. With the Palm OS v3.5 software and 8 MB of memory, the QCP 6035 smartphone is the only wireless phone currently capable of running thousands of applications written for the Palm OS platform. The Kyocera smartphone supports HTML browsers with Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption to provide security for confidential data - making the QCP 6035 a robust platform for mobile e-commerce and enterprise information management. The Kyocera smartphone also supports Palm OS web clipping applications and Palm OS based WAP browsers. In addition, users can access corporate or personal email accounts using the integrated Eudora® email application.

"We're delighted to see this new implementation for enterprise users," said Alan Kessler, general manager of the platform solutions group at Palm, Inc. "The Palm OS has clearly established itself as the platform of choice for mobile and wireless access."

Wireless Knowledge's mobile business applications - Workstyle, Anystyle and Echo - allow enterprise professionals to securely access Microsoft Exchange- or Lotus Domino-based systems and other strategic web-based applications within the enterprise. Workstyle provides business users with mobile access to email, calendar and contacts from any Internet-enabled device, such as mobile phones, handheld computers and wired or wireless laptops. Anystyle software extends those capabilities to wireless devices with offline storage, such as RIM handhelds, Palm Powered handhelds and Pocket PCs. Echo, a high-performance transformation engine, dramatically simplifies the process of creating mobile versions of either new or existing Web-based applications - rendering information from business critical applications, such as CRM, ERP or supply chain, appropriately for the device making the request.

Wireless Knowledge's professional services will offer development of mobile enterprise solutions specifically for the Kyocera smartphone. These solutions can utilize secure wireless synchronization technology and can also be web based - utilizing an HTML browser with SSL, WAP, or Palm's web clipping technology. Wireless Knowledge will help enterprise customers define the appropriate application approach based on the company's particular business opportunity and need.

Kyocera Editorial Contacts: Rick Goetter Kyocera Wireless Corp. 858.882.2722 rgoetter@kyocera-wireless.com

John Chier Fleishman Hillard 619.235.9995 chierj@fleishman.com

Wireless Knowledge Editorial Contacts: Heather McLaughlin Benjamin Group/BSMG Worldwide 949.260.1300 heather_mclaughlin@benjamingroup.com David Bilotti Wireless Knowledge, Inc. 858-882-6639 dbilotti@wirelessknowledge.com

SAO PAULO, Brazil and ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill., June 5-- Motorola announced the signature of three contracts totaling $52 million for the supply of cellular infrastructure to Brazil's Global Telecom, the B band cellular carrier in the states of Parana and Santa Catarina.

The contracts call for Motorola to install its third-generation (3G)- capable SC(TM)4812 family of Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) base stations, manufactured at the Motorola Industrial Campus at Jaguariuna, Brazil. An important aspect of the deal is that it lays the groundwork for data transmission and Internet access coverage in the future since the SC4812 is 3G capable with a card swap and software upgrade.

"These investments enable us to fulfill our promise to provide our clients with services of excellent quality, as well as expanding our area of coverage, both of which are core concerns for Global Telecom," said Amilcar Piazzetta Marques, technology vice president of Global Telecom. "This is also a result of the new ownership structure of Global Telecom, in which Portugal Telecom is now a partner in the company, bringing its experience in the Brazilian and the international markets," said Marques.

"This contract is an example of how Motorola, as a pioneer in CDMA network infrastructure, is in a position to fully meet the demand in the 3G telecommunications market in Brazil and throughout Latin America," said Jose Figueroa, Motorola vice president and general manager for the Latin America and Caribbean Region for the Telecom Carrier Solutions Group. "Motorola's CDMA network solution offers operators, such as Global Telecom, a smooth migration path to 3G data services while adding susbscriber capacity to an existing network," said Figueroa.

CONTACT: Renato Gasparetto, Communications and Public Affairs for Motorola Brazil, 55-11-3030-5400, or Renato.Gasparetto@Motorola.com ; or Roderick Kelly, Motorola Public Relations, office, 847-632-6730, or mobile, 847-732-6730, or Rkelly1@email.mot.com /

HOUSTON -- June 4, 2001 -- Compaq Computer Corporation, a global enterprise technology and solutions company, and QUALCOMM Incorporated, pioneer and world leader of Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) digital wireless technology, today announced plans to provide a high-speed, wide-area network (WAN) wireless solution based on QUALCOMM's CDMA2000 1x/1xEV technology. The new CDMA2000 1xEV technology will be integrated into Compaq's MultiPort, an embedded, fully compliant Plug-and-Play USB port located integral to the notebook display on Compaq Evo c Series notebooks.

Enabled with a CDMA2000 1xEV MultiPort module, Compaq Evo c Series notebooks will provide users a wireless connection with up to 2.4 Mbps peak throughput for third-generation (3G) data services. This high-speed wide-area network connectivity will support e-mail, web browsing, mobile e-commerce, streaming videos and many other applications. The CDMA2000 1xEV MultiPort module will provide end users continuous, untethered, always-on Internet access.

"QUALCOMM is pleased that Compaq is extending the availability of high-speed data. The MultiPort module will enable wireless Internet access directly from Compaq Evo Notebooks, increasing the demand for high-speed data," stated Barbara Noerenberg, vice president of program management for QUALCOMM. "With this new CDMA2000 1xEV MultiPort module, the boundaries of mobile computing are limitless. With the added portability of the Evo notebooks, Compaq users have high-speed Internet access anytime, anywhere."

"The CDMA2000 1xEV MultiPort module will provide our customers a high-speed wireless connection to their data and business information," stated Ken Willett, vice president of desktop and portable business, Compaq Access Business Group. "The flexibility of the MultiPort allows users to interchange modules based on their needs, providing them a wireless solution in any type of environment."

CDMA2000 1xEV provides the highest spectral efficiency of any mobile, wireless wide-area network in existence today, resulting in the lowest cost per bit for data delivery. The CDMA2000 1xEV MultiPort module is expected to become available for use in CDMA2000 1xEV pre-commercial rollouts in the fourth calendar quarter of 2001. This product is expected to be made commercially available by Compaq in the second calendar quarter of 2002.

QUALCOMM Contacts: Patty Goodwin QUALCOMM Incorporated 858-651-4127 pgoodwin@qualcomm.com

Mike Hockey Compaq Computer Corporation 281-927-9379 mike.hockey@compaq.com

WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CA (June 4, 2001) - GTRAN Wireless, Inc., the world's first company to launch a true PCMCIA Type II data card solution for Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) IS-95 wireless networks, today announced that its DotSurfer™ card for the third generation (3G) CDMA2000 standard is enabling Lucent Technologies to showcase live high-speed mobile Internet applications at the SUPERCOMM 2001 show (Booth 4147).

The DotSurfer card, when used in hand-held devices, are integral to a demonstration of wireless Web surfing, including multimedia file downloads, that are enabled by Lucent's CDMA2000 1X FlexentTM network that is operating live at the telecommunications industry trade show at the Georgia World Congress in Atlanta this week.

GTRAN Wireless continues to lead the wireless Internet market by providing access solutions for a multimedia wireless experience for laptop and PDA users. Its DotSurfer card conforming to current-generation IS-95B CDMA specifications has been used by Korea Telecom Freetel to offer mobile Internet access at 64 kilobits per second (Kbps), comparable to dial-up computer modems which operate at 56 kbps.

Three versions of the DotSurfer card (800MHz, 1700MHz, 1900MHz) are now available to address the different operating bands in the Americas and Asia. GTRAN Wireless intends to commercially launch its CDMA2000-1X product in some Asian markets next month.

"Lucent is delighted to showcase our 3G network capabilities with a wireless data leader like GTRAN Wireless," said Jamie Kistler, director-offer management for Lucent's wireless networks group. "Market-ready consumer devices that take advantage of our latest network capabilities are crucial to any mobile operator's business case, because without them they are unable to tap new revenue opportunities. With a demonstrated ability to deliver multimedia wireless access at speeds greater than 100Kb/s to laptop and PDA devices, DotSurfer meets this criterion to a tee."