Sierra Wireless Modules Connect New FlipStart Super Compact PC to Mobile Broadband Networks
ORLANDO, March 27 // -- Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ:SWIR)(NASDAQ:- TSX:)(NASDAQ:SW) today announced that FlipStart Labs has selected Sierra Wireless 3G embedded modules to provide mobile broadband connectivity to the FlipStart(R) super compact PC. FlipStart, the first product from FlipStart Labs, a Paul G. Allen company, is accepting reservations at www.flipstart.com and will ship to customers starting next week.
FlipStart is a fully functional compact PC targeted toward mobile professionals looking for the ability to stay connected and use the applications they need from anywhere, whether sitting in an office, standing in line, or traveling between appointments. Its size and convenient clamshell form factor make it quick and easy to carry and use, and the integrated Sierra Wireless 3G mobile broadband connection provides high-speed network access for email and online information.
"FlipStart is really the type of device that wouldn't be complete without a mobile broadband connection," said Robin Budd, senior director of FlipStart Labs. "Working with Sierra Wireless to integrate mobile broadband connectivity allows us to offer mobile professionals a truly unique, powerful tool that will help them stay on top of their work from anywhere and use even small blocks of time efficiently."
"With its unique design, FlipStart serves as a prime example of the advantages Sierra Wireless embedded modules can offer, such as optimized power management, simplified setup and connection management, and a smaller device footprint," said Dan Schieler, senior vice president, Worldwide Sales for Sierra Wireless. "Integrating mobile broadband into FlipStart enables it to deliver the usability and performance that are needed in a device like this."
AirCard Enabled(TM) with Sierra Wireless Embedded Modules
Designed for integration into notebook computers, fixed wireless terminals, and other devices requiring high-speed wireless connectivity, Sierra Wireless PCI Express Mini Card embedded modules are fully shielded and offer an operating temperature range of -25 to +60 degrees Celsius to suit all applications.
Sierra Wireless PCI Express Mini Card modules include a common comprehensive WHQL-certified USB software driver architecture that provides superior power management, a dedicated diagnostic channel, and the ability to enable or disable NDIS or DUN support, providing maximum flexibility to OEM customers when designing their wireless product. To simplify and expedite product development cycles, Sierra Wireless also provides OEM customers with a comprehensive software development kit (SDK) or Sierra Wireless's own Watcher(TM) software for easy connection management.
OEM customers can rely on Sierra Wireless to deliver a suite of PCI Express Mini Card products along with best-in-class technical and integration support, so end customers experience the same reliable, robust AirCard Enabled(TM) data solution users have come to expect from the AirCard line of PC card products.
Further information about Sierra Wireless embedded modules is available at www.sierrawireless.com/product/oemmodules.aspx. To contact the Sierra Wireless Sales Desk, call 604-232-1488 or e-mail sales@sierrawireless.com.
About Sierra Wireless
Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ:SWIR)(NASDAQ:-)(NASDAQ:TSX:)(NASDAQ:SW) develops and markets wide area wireless solutions for mobile computing. The Sierra Wireless product portfolio includes the award-winning AirCard(R) line of wireless modems, embedded modules for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and the MP line of rugged, vehicle-mounted wireless modems. Sierra Wireless also offers professional services to OEM customers during product development, leveraging the company's expertise in wireless design and integration to provide built-in wireless connectivity for notebook computers and other portable computing devices. Sierra Wireless is headquartered in Richmond, British Columbia, Canada, with additional offices in Carlsbad, California, London, and Hong Kong. For more information about Sierra Wireless, please visit www.sierrawireless.com.
"AirCard" is a registered trademark of Sierra Wireless. FlipStart is a registered trademark of Vulcan Portals Inc. Other product or service names mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.
CONTACT: Sharlene Myers, Sierra Wireless, Phone: (604) 232-1445, Email: smyers@sierrawireless.com
Source: Sierra Wireless, Inc.
CONTACT: Sharlene Myers, Sierra Wireless, Phone: (604) 232-1445, Email:
smyers@sierrawireless.com
