Software helps manufactures develop mobile phones.
March 31, 2008 -
UIQ v3.3 is based on Symbian OS v9.3 and makes it possible for mobile phone manufacturers to produce different kinds of phones on same software platform, on single code line. Opera Mobile v9.5 web browser is integrated, which offers page rendering, Pan & Zoom functionalities, and software supports Opera widgets. UIQ Dashboard is accessible by pushing widget button and it also includes unified messaging platform and Java JSR 248 MSA Fullset.
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UIQ Technology Optimizes User Experience Options by Releasing New Version
RONNEBY, Sweden, March 27 / / - UIQ Technology today announced the availability of UIQ 3.3, bringing mobile phone manufacturers even more opportunities to innovate and to diversify their product portfolios.
UIQ 3.3 based on Symbian OS v 9.3 builds on the success of the UIQ 3 family, making it possible for mobile phone manufacturers to produce different kinds of phones on the same software platform, on a single code line. UIQ 3.3 includes incremental enhancements in line with market requirements, including enhanced support for operator services and extensive customization for addressing different market segments.
UIQ 3.3 for example includes:
-- Full web experience: Opera Mobile 9, with its fast page rendering and
its Pan & Zoom functionalities, offers the web experience of a
full-scale browser in a mobile environment
-- UIQ Dashboard: UIQ 3.3 is prepared for mobile widgets and features a
dashboard, accessible system wide by pushing the widget button
-- Opera Widgets: Opera widgets run on UIQ 3.3, offering the user direct
access to content and opening up for new mobile services
-- Unified Messaging Platform: integrated communication experience
-- Java JSR 248 MSA Fullset: Developers can create and deploy a wide range
of applications using the Mobile Services Architecture (MSA)
"UIQ 3.3 will significantly enhance the options for creating differentiated mobile phones for different segments and different price ranges," said Mats Barvesten EVP Product Management and Ecosystems. "Operators are also given the opportunity to promote their services through customized folders and a widget dashboard. We have integrated the Opera Mobile 9.5 web browser and added a number of new functions and possibilities that are in line with our strategy to enable phones with world class user experience."
With an aim to extend UIQ based mobile phones into the mass-market, UIQ's focus is to ensure a flexible and powerful open user interface and development platform that optimizes the options for mobile phone manufacturers to create higher volume phones for the market.
"The UIQ platform is a key enabler for several of Motorola's multimedia-centric devices -- including our new MOTO Z10 kick-slider handset, which offers users a host of features and applications for a unique mobile video experience," said Christy Wyatt, Vice President, Software Platforms & Ecosystem, Motorola. "We look forward to supporting UIQ 3.3 in future mobile devices, leveraging its new capabilities to further enhance customer experiences, and working closely with UIQ to provide the essential toolsets to our developer community."
"With UIQ 3.3, including a number of web based technologies, we see the platform evolving further to enable even richer user experience," said Ulf Persson, Corporate Vice President and Head of PBU Open Platforms at Sony Ericsson. "We welcome this release and are committed to developing and delivering products on UIQ 3.3."
Antony Edwards, Vice President Developer Product Marketing, Symbian, said "UIQ 3.3 will bring a host of new opportunities for developers wanting to innovate on a powerful user interface platform, including new APIs such as SQL. Symbian OS v 9.3 strengthens the offering for handset manufacturers with its robust and scalable OS, enhanced phone performance and hardware capabilities, allowing them to bring differentiated phones to market more quickly. "
The Beta SDK (Software Development Kit) for UIQ 3.3 on Symbian OS v 9.3 is available for downloading on developer.uiq.com
Further information, please visit http://www.uiq.com/.
About UIQ Technology
UIQ Technology is an independent software provider to the world's leading mobile phone manufacturers. The company develops UIQ, an open user interface and application development platform that is flexible and customizable. UIQ Technology is currently owned by Sony Ericsson and Motorola which each have a 50% stake in UI Holdings. http://www.uiq.com/
Source: UIQ Technology
CONTACT: Carina Dietmann, Head of Corporate Communications, UIQ Technology, +46-708-576020, carina.dietmann@uiq.com
Marketing:
Carina Dietmann Head of Corporate Communications
USA
Phone: 46-708-576020 E-mail this person Company Information: Name: UIQ Technology Address: Soft Center VIII City: Ronneby ZIP: SE - 372 25 Country: Sweden Phone: +46 457 464 700 FAX: +46 457 386 454 http:///www.uiq.com/
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