NTT DoCoMo, Inc. in the sale, DoCoMo smartphone Xperia ™ (* 1) (SO-01B) of "upgrading" functional sequence will start from January 19, 2011. By this version, Xperia ™ touch pinch zoom (enlarge by expanding two fingers on the screen by closing smaller operations) are available.
The implementation of the upgrade, PC There are two methods of connection and packet communications, packet communications charges, because it takes, we recommend connection to a PC. The version of the packet, was conducted in November 2010 Android (* 2) 2.1 version for OS was carried out is only possible with Xperia ™.
PC Connection: January 19, 2011 (Wednesday) ready soon begin offering higher
Packet communication method: January 20, 2011 (Thursday) scheduled to begin later in sequence
Details of the upgrading method, NTT DoCoMo, please check the website.
http://www.nttdocomo.co.jp/support/utilization/software_update/
Pinch to zoom, enlarge by expanding two fingers on the screen refers to the operation by closing shrink.
The features of this version, the application corresponding to the operation of the pinch zoom browser, maps, Office Suite, Moxier is Puriinapuri mail.
* Downloaded some applications, may not work.
* Due to the device, at least three (multi) sense is not supported.
* Multi-touch operation of the rotation is not supported.
This version features the implementation, in addition to the above, Xperia ™ [included] in order to improve the quality of stay in more comfortable. Implementation of the feature version thank you.
For more details on upgrading, please check the website of Sony Ericsson.
http://www.sonyericsson.co.jp/product/docomo/so-01b/update/index.html
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Xperia ™, Version News Features -1 Sequentially started after 19 months, corresponding to the pinch zoom -
DOCOMO Achieves No.1 Ranking in Business Customer Satisfaction with Mobile Phone and PHS Services
NTT DOCOMO, INC. announced that business customers report the highest satisfaction with DOCOMO among mobile phone and PHS service providers for the second consecutive year, according to the J.D. Power Asia Pacific 2009-2010 Japan Business Mobile Phone Service StudiesSM.
Four factors were examined to determine business customers’ satisfaction with their mobile phone/PHS service provider; responsiveness of the sales contact, service content, service quality, and cost. DOCOMO scored the highest in all four factors. The study is based on responses from individuals responsible for supervising or deciding upon telephone services at businesses.
“We thank our customers for giving DOCOMO this recognition. DOCOMO’s broad variety of company-wide efforts have been aimed at gaining the highest level of satisfaction from customers in business and the general public. For all of those efforts, DOCOMO is honored to be recognized for the second year in a row,” said Akio Oshima, Executive Vice President and Managing Director of the Corporate Marketing Division.
Last year, DOCOMO scored highest in three of the four factors, but this year scored highest in all four factors since DOCOMO was also ranked top in terms of cost. This year, DOCOMO introduced a new service for business customers which streamlines the fee structures while also offering a larger discount rate.
About NTT DOCOMO
NTT DOCOMO is the world’s leading mobile operator and provider of advanced mobile services. The company serves over 56 million customers in Japan, including 49 million using i-mode™, the world’s most popular mobile e-mail/Internet platform, and 54 million using FOMA™, the world’s original 3G mobile service based on W-CDMA. As a leader in the development of cutting-edge mobile technologies, DOCOMO is continually expanding the role of mobile phones as versatile and highly personalized “lifestyle tools” for everyday life, including with a wide range of innovative services for mobile payments, GPS, mobile TV, multimedia content and much more. NTT DOCOMO is listed on the Tokyo (9437), London (NDCM) and New York (DCM) stock exchanges. For more information, visit www.nttdocomo.com.
Four factors were examined to determine business customers’ satisfaction with their mobile phone/PHS service provider; responsiveness of the sales contact, service content, service quality, and cost. DOCOMO scored the highest in all four factors. The study is based on responses from individuals responsible for supervising or deciding upon telephone services at businesses.
“We thank our customers for giving DOCOMO this recognition. DOCOMO’s broad variety of company-wide efforts have been aimed at gaining the highest level of satisfaction from customers in business and the general public. For all of those efforts, DOCOMO is honored to be recognized for the second year in a row,” said Akio Oshima, Executive Vice President and Managing Director of the Corporate Marketing Division.
Last year, DOCOMO scored highest in three of the four factors, but this year scored highest in all four factors since DOCOMO was also ranked top in terms of cost. This year, DOCOMO introduced a new service for business customers which streamlines the fee structures while also offering a larger discount rate.
About NTT DOCOMO
NTT DOCOMO is the world’s leading mobile operator and provider of advanced mobile services. The company serves over 56 million customers in Japan, including 49 million using i-mode™, the world’s most popular mobile e-mail/Internet platform, and 54 million using FOMA™, the world’s original 3G mobile service based on W-CDMA. As a leader in the development of cutting-edge mobile technologies, DOCOMO is continually expanding the role of mobile phones as versatile and highly personalized “lifestyle tools” for everyday life, including with a wide range of innovative services for mobile payments, GPS, mobile TV, multimedia content and much more. NTT DOCOMO is listed on the Tokyo (9437), London (NDCM) and New York (DCM) stock exchanges. For more information, visit www.nttdocomo.com.
DOCOMO and University of Tokyo to Conduct Joint Research for Urban Planning Based on Mobile Spatial Statistics
NTT DOCOMO, INC. announced that it will conduct a joint research project with the University of Tokyo which involves utilizing mobile spatial statistics – population statistics compiled from the data required for mobile service provision – for efficient urban planning. The project will take place from November 1, 2010 to March 31, 2011, with data coming from Kashiwa City, a suburb of Tokyo in Chiba Prefecture, where one of the University of Tokyo campuses is located (see attachment).
In the research, DOCOMO will estimate fluctuations in geographic population distribution based on mobile spatial statistics. The University of Tokyo will then analyze the correlation between the estimated population distribution and the actual urban space data. DOCOMO and the University of Tokyo plan to release the research results at academic conferences.
As part of an initiative to make social contributions through its mobile business, DOCOMO is conducting research for the utilization of mobile spatial statistics in collaboration with specialists and various organizations. The goal is to make practical use of such statistics for the general public as a means of contributing to the development of society and industry.
Mobile spatial statistics are aggregate data that include mobile phone locations and user attributes, from which individual users are never identified.
In the research, DOCOMO will estimate fluctuations in geographic population distribution based on mobile spatial statistics. The University of Tokyo will then analyze the correlation between the estimated population distribution and the actual urban space data. DOCOMO and the University of Tokyo plan to release the research results at academic conferences.
As part of an initiative to make social contributions through its mobile business, DOCOMO is conducting research for the utilization of mobile spatial statistics in collaboration with specialists and various organizations. The goal is to make practical use of such statistics for the general public as a means of contributing to the development of society and industry.
Mobile spatial statistics are aggregate data that include mobile phone locations and user attributes, from which individual users are never identified.
Subscriptions to iD Mobile Credit Payment Services Top 15 Million
NTT DOCOMO, INC. announced that subscriptions to iD™, its branded platform for using postpaid electronic money with DOCOMO handsets and compatible credit cards, had topped 15 million and reached 15.09 million at the end of August nationwide in Japan.
Launched in December 2005, iD reached 5 million subscribers in November 2007, 10 million in December 2008 and 15 million in August 2010, just 4 years and 9 months since the launch (see graph).
DOCOMO promoted the use of iD by offering an increasing number of compatible handsets and cards as well as adding more opportunities to use the iD services. The number of subscribers using handsets equipped with contactless IC chips (Osaifu-Keitai™) compatible with iD has surpassed 37.5 million, representing over 60% of all DOCOMO subscribers.
DOCOMO, which is offering a credit payment service known as DCMX™, and 67 credit card companies such as Sumitomo Mitsui Card Company, Limited are currently offering credit payment services via iD. A number of companies provide iD-enabled plastic credit cards in addition to Osaifu-Keitai handsets.
Currently, there are approximately 481,000 iD-enabled payment terminals nationwide which allow users to make payments just by waving compatible mobile phones or cards over them.
iD can be used in more than 90% of all convenience stores in Japan, including all am/pm and Seven-Eleven stores, which completed the installation of iD terminals to all their stores nationwide in December 2006 and July 2010 respectively. Seicomart plans to install the terminals in all of its stores in October. According to a survey by the Japan Franchise Association, the average purchase amount is over 20% higher if the customer pays via iD only.
Today, iD can also be used at McDonald’s locations, Coca-Cola vending machines, and electronics retailers as well as in taxi cabs and shopping malls.
As a result of expanding opportunities and the benefits of using iD, over 16 million transactions were made in June 2010 alone. DOCOMO is also supporting stores using iD by implementing marketing initiatives and service enhancements possible only with mobile phones.
Launched in December 2005, iD reached 5 million subscribers in November 2007, 10 million in December 2008 and 15 million in August 2010, just 4 years and 9 months since the launch (see graph).
DOCOMO promoted the use of iD by offering an increasing number of compatible handsets and cards as well as adding more opportunities to use the iD services. The number of subscribers using handsets equipped with contactless IC chips (Osaifu-Keitai™) compatible with iD has surpassed 37.5 million, representing over 60% of all DOCOMO subscribers.
DOCOMO, which is offering a credit payment service known as DCMX™, and 67 credit card companies such as Sumitomo Mitsui Card Company, Limited are currently offering credit payment services via iD. A number of companies provide iD-enabled plastic credit cards in addition to Osaifu-Keitai handsets.
Currently, there are approximately 481,000 iD-enabled payment terminals nationwide which allow users to make payments just by waving compatible mobile phones or cards over them.
iD can be used in more than 90% of all convenience stores in Japan, including all am/pm and Seven-Eleven stores, which completed the installation of iD terminals to all their stores nationwide in December 2006 and July 2010 respectively. Seicomart plans to install the terminals in all of its stores in October. According to a survey by the Japan Franchise Association, the average purchase amount is over 20% higher if the customer pays via iD only.
Today, iD can also be used at McDonald’s locations, Coca-Cola vending machines, and electronics retailers as well as in taxi cabs and shopping malls.
As a result of expanding opportunities and the benefits of using iD, over 16 million transactions were made in June 2010 alone. DOCOMO is also supporting stores using iD by implementing marketing initiatives and service enhancements possible only with mobile phones.
NTT DOCOMO at CEATEC JAPAN 2010
Everyone is interested in the future, but most people have a difficult time imaging it. This is why so many will find the upcoming CEATEC JAPAN 2010 show such a fascinating experience. At this cutting-edge IT and electronics show, you will be able to see and experience for yourself many exciting new services, technologies and research activities of NTT DOCOMO, the world’s leading innovator in mobile communication. A broad array of fabulous and futuristic ideas and products will be on display, demonstrated under NTT DOCOMO’s new corporate vision for the next 10 years, known as “Pursuing Smart Innovation: HEART.” The show will take place from October 5 to 9 at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan.
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When
* Special invitation day
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Tuesday, October 5.
* Open to the public
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Wednesday, October 6 - Saturday, October 9.
Where
Makuhari Messe, Chiba, Japan (access)
DOCOMO Booth
3B15 Hall 3
CEATEC Admission Fee
1,000 yen at door, or free for pre-registered visitors
Note that there is no admission charge on Saturday, October 9.
Website
For additional information about the DOCOMO booth, including demo videos, workshops and more (Japanese only): http://docomo-exhibition.jp/cj2010
This site can be browsed using a PC and by mobile phones, including smartphones.
Keynote Speech
“Keitai: Today and Tomorrow” (Japanese, with English interpretation)
Kiyoyuki Tsujimura, Senior Executive Vice President, NTT DOCOMO
12:30 PM -1:30 PM, Thursday, October 7, Convention Hall B, International Conference Hall, Makuhari Messe
Highlights of DOCOMO Exhibits at CEATEC
“Xi™” brand for LTE next-generation mobile service
* See a demonstration of high-speed downloading of a large file using the LTE mobile service which will be launched in the Japanese market in December 2010.
* Features from the future of mobile phone use as envisioned by DOCOMO through Xi.
3D technology
* New 3D technologies with mobile phones will be introduced. These include haptic feedback technology that enables us to experience 3D images so real that we can almost touch, and DOCOMO original transformational technology which allows us to see 3D images on a 2D display.
Wireless charging battery handset
* Experience wireless battery handsets that can charge devices anywhere in the world when you put them onto a panel with a logo of the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) “Qi”, regardless of their position. These will be the world’s first handsets corresponding to WPC, which is becoming the world standard.
In addition to these exhibits, there will be a fascinating variety of other DOCOMO exhibits at the event.
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When
* Special invitation day
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Tuesday, October 5.
* Open to the public
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Wednesday, October 6 - Saturday, October 9.
Where
Makuhari Messe, Chiba, Japan (access)
DOCOMO Booth
3B15 Hall 3
CEATEC Admission Fee
1,000 yen at door, or free for pre-registered visitors
Note that there is no admission charge on Saturday, October 9.
Website
For additional information about the DOCOMO booth, including demo videos, workshops and more (Japanese only): http://docomo-exhibition.jp/cj2010
This site can be browsed using a PC and by mobile phones, including smartphones.
Keynote Speech
“Keitai: Today and Tomorrow” (Japanese, with English interpretation)
Kiyoyuki Tsujimura, Senior Executive Vice President, NTT DOCOMO
12:30 PM -1:30 PM, Thursday, October 7, Convention Hall B, International Conference Hall, Makuhari Messe
Highlights of DOCOMO Exhibits at CEATEC
“Xi™” brand for LTE next-generation mobile service
* See a demonstration of high-speed downloading of a large file using the LTE mobile service which will be launched in the Japanese market in December 2010.
* Features from the future of mobile phone use as envisioned by DOCOMO through Xi.
3D technology
* New 3D technologies with mobile phones will be introduced. These include haptic feedback technology that enables us to experience 3D images so real that we can almost touch, and DOCOMO original transformational technology which allows us to see 3D images on a 2D display.
Wireless charging battery handset
* Experience wireless battery handsets that can charge devices anywhere in the world when you put them onto a panel with a logo of the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) “Qi”, regardless of their position. These will be the world’s first handsets corresponding to WPC, which is becoming the world standard.
In addition to these exhibits, there will be a fascinating variety of other DOCOMO exhibits at the event.
Merit of k tie dehydrator “dryer box”
- Operation is simple. Without disassembling the portable telephone, just you insert in the equipment
The water getting wet and the portable telephone which it submerges, are inserted in the dryer box, the startup button just is pushed. Expert knowledge and high-level technology are unnecessary.
- Dry time approximately 30 minutes. It can correspond directly at that place
To sink completely in the puddle, and the bath etc having submerged to in the telephone, removing the electric battery pack in approximately 30 minutes drying end.
- There is no worry of outflow of memory such as telephone directory
Without disassembling the portable telephone, in order to make dry at that place, there is no danger of outflow of private information such as telephone directory and can feel at rest and can utilize.
Main specification of k tie dehydrator “dryer box”
- External size : Width 360× height 365× depth 412mm
- Weight : 31kg
- Power source : AC100V
- Operational sound : 60 db or less
- Electric power consumption : 590W
The water getting wet and the portable telephone which it submerges, are inserted in the dryer box, the startup button just is pushed. Expert knowledge and high-level technology are unnecessary.
- Dry time approximately 30 minutes. It can correspond directly at that place
To sink completely in the puddle, and the bath etc having submerged to in the telephone, removing the electric battery pack in approximately 30 minutes drying end.
- There is no worry of outflow of memory such as telephone directory
Without disassembling the portable telephone, in order to make dry at that place, there is no danger of outflow of private information such as telephone directory and can feel at rest and can utilize.
Main specification of k tie dehydrator “dryer box”
- External size : Width 360× height 365× depth 412mm
- Weight : 31kg
- Power source : AC100V
- Operational sound : 60 db or less
- Electric power consumption : 590W
Pursuing Smart Innovation: HEART
NTT DOCOMO, INC. introduced a new corporate vision in 2010, named “Pursuing Smart Innovation: HEART,” under which the company will achieve new growth by delivering new value to customers and ever-changing society.
In the first decade of the 21st century, DOCOMO implemented its former corporate vision, “Challenging the Mobile Frontier: MAGIC,” to successfully create new communications culture by delivering diverse services and enhanced value. Under its new vision, DOCOMO will leverage its considerable powers of innovation to align its future growth with the challenges and opportunities of the next 10 years, including accelerating globalization, environmental protection and the increasing spread of broadband.
DOCOMO’s innovations will address the needs of society during a time when the use of mobile technologies continues to diversify and the quality of communication continues to evolve, particularly in the approaching era when mobile phones are owned by virtually everyone and are thoroughly integrated with daily life.
Through its new corporate vision, DOCOMO intends to enhance the uniquely joyful and inspirational qualities of mobile communication, as well as pioneer innovative new solutions for pressing social issues. The company expects to partner with a broad range of companies to drive such innovation, and thereby connect people and society in smart, innovative ways for enhanced quality of life.
HEART
Harmonize: Social contribution beyond borders, across generations
During this decade DOCOMO will continue to enhance and add values to industries and to our daily lives through further evolution of mobile technologies. A society where the hearts of people resonate and they can feel the richness of life – DOCOMO will contribute toward the realization of this vision.
Evolve: Evolution of service and network
Leveraging the vast array of technologies and knowhow we have accumulated in the mobile sector, DOCOMO will continue to bring evolution to the high-speed, high-capacity broadband network, provide easy-to-use services, and deliver seamless comfort where you are not even aware of devices or connections.
Advance: Advance industries through convergence of services
A vast range of devices will be connected to the network in diverse ways in the coming years, bringing ever-increasing convenience. DOCOMO will continue to help connect industries and services in the network, and contribute toward smart innovation and advancement of industries and infrastructure through convergence of services.
Relate: Creating joy through connections
People, materials and information connected freely and flexibly beyond time and space — through this visionary world, DOCOMO will help people each day to express, enjoy and create knowledge and fun that fit individual lifestyles, anywhere, anytime.
Trust: Support for safe, secure and comfortable living
Environment, healthcare, and education will continue to attract more attention in future society. DOCOMO will connect expert knowledge and knowhow from diverse specialized fields to provide timely assistance and support for greater safety, security and comfort in a broad range of daily activities.
Smart Innovation
Continuous change (innovation) for realization of a society where everyone can live a safe, secure, and comfortable life, filled with richness, beyond borders, and across generations.
In the first decade of the 21st century, DOCOMO implemented its former corporate vision, “Challenging the Mobile Frontier: MAGIC,” to successfully create new communications culture by delivering diverse services and enhanced value. Under its new vision, DOCOMO will leverage its considerable powers of innovation to align its future growth with the challenges and opportunities of the next 10 years, including accelerating globalization, environmental protection and the increasing spread of broadband.
DOCOMO’s innovations will address the needs of society during a time when the use of mobile technologies continues to diversify and the quality of communication continues to evolve, particularly in the approaching era when mobile phones are owned by virtually everyone and are thoroughly integrated with daily life.
Through its new corporate vision, DOCOMO intends to enhance the uniquely joyful and inspirational qualities of mobile communication, as well as pioneer innovative new solutions for pressing social issues. The company expects to partner with a broad range of companies to drive such innovation, and thereby connect people and society in smart, innovative ways for enhanced quality of life.
HEART
Harmonize: Social contribution beyond borders, across generations
During this decade DOCOMO will continue to enhance and add values to industries and to our daily lives through further evolution of mobile technologies. A society where the hearts of people resonate and they can feel the richness of life – DOCOMO will contribute toward the realization of this vision.
Evolve: Evolution of service and network
Leveraging the vast array of technologies and knowhow we have accumulated in the mobile sector, DOCOMO will continue to bring evolution to the high-speed, high-capacity broadband network, provide easy-to-use services, and deliver seamless comfort where you are not even aware of devices or connections.
Advance: Advance industries through convergence of services
A vast range of devices will be connected to the network in diverse ways in the coming years, bringing ever-increasing convenience. DOCOMO will continue to help connect industries and services in the network, and contribute toward smart innovation and advancement of industries and infrastructure through convergence of services.
Relate: Creating joy through connections
People, materials and information connected freely and flexibly beyond time and space — through this visionary world, DOCOMO will help people each day to express, enjoy and create knowledge and fun that fit individual lifestyles, anywhere, anytime.
Trust: Support for safe, secure and comfortable living
Environment, healthcare, and education will continue to attract more attention in future society. DOCOMO will connect expert knowledge and knowhow from diverse specialized fields to provide timely assistance and support for greater safety, security and comfort in a broad range of daily activities.
Smart Innovation
Continuous change (innovation) for realization of a society where everyone can live a safe, secure, and comfortable life, filled with richness, beyond borders, and across generations.
Sharp plans to launch 3D smartphone this year
- Sharp Corp plans to take on Apple's iPhone by the end of the year, with the international launch of a smartphone featuring a 3D panel that can be viewed without special glasses, a spokeswoman said on Wednesday.
The new phone will also likely have a 3D capable camera, the spokeswoman said.
Though Japan's biggest mobile phone maker, Sharp is a small player in global terms and has so far failed to capitalize on rapid growth in the smartphone market.
A previous venture into the segment, the Kin model manufactured for Microsoft, flopped in the United States and was canceled in June after less than three months.
Sharp unveiled its 3D panel technology, which is only suitable for small screens such as those on mobile phones and portable game consoles, in April.
Mobile electronics that let users view 3D images without special glasses have been around for some time, since people tend to look at the display from a fixed distance and angle on personal devices, making it technologically less difficult to offer a 3D function.
The new phone will also likely have a 3D capable camera, the spokeswoman said.
Though Japan's biggest mobile phone maker, Sharp is a small player in global terms and has so far failed to capitalize on rapid growth in the smartphone market.
A previous venture into the segment, the Kin model manufactured for Microsoft, flopped in the United States and was canceled in June after less than three months.
Sharp unveiled its 3D panel technology, which is only suitable for small screens such as those on mobile phones and portable game consoles, in April.
Mobile electronics that let users view 3D images without special glasses have been around for some time, since people tend to look at the display from a fixed distance and angle on personal devices, making it technologically less difficult to offer a 3D function.
NTT DOCOMO and DNP to Partner in E-Publishing and Retail Business
TOKYO, JAPAN --- NTT DOCOMO, INC. and Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. (DNP) announced that they will partner in an electronic publishing business covering content aggregation, distribution and retail sales of e-books, which DOCOMO customers in Japan will access with a variety of mobile devices from this fall.
The business will use an open platform by combining DOCOMO’s existing content-distribution and payment systems with DNP’s planned hybrid digital/physical bookstores.
Initially targeting DOCOMO customers, the business will sell e-books via a mobile bookstore that users will access with DOCOMO wireless devices, including mobile phones, smartphones, tablet computers and e-book readers. The store will launch with more than 100,000 titles, including electronic books, manga comics, magazines and newspapers.
DOCOMO and DNP also are discussing the possible formation of a joint-venture company, collaborations with publishers and mobile-device manufacturers, and expansion into overseas markets.
DNP, one of Japan’s largest comprehensive printing companies, revealed last month its plan for a hybrid digital/physical bookstore system, which will combine the newly announced mobile store for e-books, the DNP group’s existing “bk1” online store for printed books and physical bookstore chains in the DNP group, including Maruzen, JUNKUDO and Bunkyodo.
DOCOMO, Japan’s largest mobile operator with 56 million subscribers, has extensive expertise in mobile content distribution, billing and payment systems, and the operation of secure wireless networks.
Yoshinobu Noma, Senior Executive Vice President & COO of Kodansha Ltd., said: “We expect this alliance, which encompasses a vast number of physical bookstores as well as Japan’s largest mobile operator in terms of customers, will play a major role in the development of Japan’s e-book market.”
Masahiro Oga, President and Chief Executive Officer of Shogakukan Inc., said: “By effectively fusing the unique qualities of the paper and digital worlds, we expect this all-new service will contribute to the advancement of text-based culture and create new opportunities for readers to discover books.”
Lee Kyu Hong, President of LG Electronics Japan Inc., said: “The e-book business is attracting significant international attention. With Japanese industry leaders taking this initiative, we expect the market for this new business to grow.”
Takemitsu Kunio, Ph.D., Senior Vice President and Member of the Board of NEC Corporation, said: “The expansion of e-publishing will advance the digitization of books and other types of content, and also lead to new user experiences and enhanced convenience. NEC welcomes the move.”
Hongsik Cho, Executive Vice President of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., said: “We expect the announced e-publishing business to further enrich book and magazine culture and enhance users’ convenience. Samsung Electronics welcomes the move and will strive to offer attractive devices that vitalize the Japanese market.”
About NTT DOCOMO
NTT DOCOMO is the world’s leading mobile operator and provider of advanced mobile services. The company serves over 56 million customers in Japan, including 49 million using i-mode™, the world’s most popular mobile e-mail/Internet platform, and 54 million using FOMA™, the world’s original 3G mobile service based on W-CDMA. As a leader in the development of cutting-edge mobile technologies, DOCOMO is continually expanding the role of mobile phones as versatile and highly personalized “lifestyle tools” for everyday life, including with a wide range of innovative services for mobile payments, GPS, mobile TV, multimedia content and much more. NTT DOCOMO is listed on the Tokyo (9437), London (NDCM) and New York (DCM) stock exchanges. For more information, visit www.nttdocomo.com.
The business will use an open platform by combining DOCOMO’s existing content-distribution and payment systems with DNP’s planned hybrid digital/physical bookstores.
Initially targeting DOCOMO customers, the business will sell e-books via a mobile bookstore that users will access with DOCOMO wireless devices, including mobile phones, smartphones, tablet computers and e-book readers. The store will launch with more than 100,000 titles, including electronic books, manga comics, magazines and newspapers.
DOCOMO and DNP also are discussing the possible formation of a joint-venture company, collaborations with publishers and mobile-device manufacturers, and expansion into overseas markets.
DNP, one of Japan’s largest comprehensive printing companies, revealed last month its plan for a hybrid digital/physical bookstore system, which will combine the newly announced mobile store for e-books, the DNP group’s existing “bk1” online store for printed books and physical bookstore chains in the DNP group, including Maruzen, JUNKUDO and Bunkyodo.
DOCOMO, Japan’s largest mobile operator with 56 million subscribers, has extensive expertise in mobile content distribution, billing and payment systems, and the operation of secure wireless networks.
Yoshinobu Noma, Senior Executive Vice President & COO of Kodansha Ltd., said: “We expect this alliance, which encompasses a vast number of physical bookstores as well as Japan’s largest mobile operator in terms of customers, will play a major role in the development of Japan’s e-book market.”
Masahiro Oga, President and Chief Executive Officer of Shogakukan Inc., said: “By effectively fusing the unique qualities of the paper and digital worlds, we expect this all-new service will contribute to the advancement of text-based culture and create new opportunities for readers to discover books.”
Lee Kyu Hong, President of LG Electronics Japan Inc., said: “The e-book business is attracting significant international attention. With Japanese industry leaders taking this initiative, we expect the market for this new business to grow.”
Takemitsu Kunio, Ph.D., Senior Vice President and Member of the Board of NEC Corporation, said: “The expansion of e-publishing will advance the digitization of books and other types of content, and also lead to new user experiences and enhanced convenience. NEC welcomes the move.”
Hongsik Cho, Executive Vice President of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., said: “We expect the announced e-publishing business to further enrich book and magazine culture and enhance users’ convenience. Samsung Electronics welcomes the move and will strive to offer attractive devices that vitalize the Japanese market.”
About NTT DOCOMO
NTT DOCOMO is the world’s leading mobile operator and provider of advanced mobile services. The company serves over 56 million customers in Japan, including 49 million using i-mode™, the world’s most popular mobile e-mail/Internet platform, and 54 million using FOMA™, the world’s original 3G mobile service based on W-CDMA. As a leader in the development of cutting-edge mobile technologies, DOCOMO is continually expanding the role of mobile phones as versatile and highly personalized “lifestyle tools” for everyday life, including with a wide range of innovative services for mobile payments, GPS, mobile TV, multimedia content and much more. NTT DOCOMO is listed on the Tokyo (9437), London (NDCM) and New York (DCM) stock exchanges. For more information, visit www.nttdocomo.com.
NTT DOCOMO to Acquire PacketVideo Corporation
TOKYO, JAPAN --- NTT DOCOMO, INC. announced that it has reached an agreement with NextWave Wireless Inc. to acquire the remaining 65 percent equity interest in PacketVideo Corporation, a subsidiary of NextWave Wireless Inc., for US$111.6 million, turning PacketVideo into a wholly owned subsidiary of DOCOMO.
DOCOMO acquired a 35-percent stake in PacketVideo from NextWave in July 2009. The new acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions, including clearance by certain U.S. regulatory authorities and the approval of NextWave’s shareholders. The transaction is expected to close during the calendar quarter ending September 30, 2010.
DOCOMO aims to create synergies with PacketVideo for enhanced media services, including the creation of an all-new domain of services that allow users to easily link their mobile handsets with home electronic devices to remotely enjoy and share content.
PacketVideo is a market leader in mobile phone-based multimedia software and media service platforms that have been widely adopted by mobile operators and device manufacturers in North America, Europe and Asia. The company also provides solutions that allow users to share pictures, music and videos among PCs, mobile phones and consumer electronic devices such as TVs, digital picture frames and audio equipment.
About NTT DOCOMO
NTT DOCOMO is the world’s leading mobile operator and provider of advanced mobile services. The company serves over 56 million customers in Japan, including 49 million using i-mode™, the world’s most popular mobile e-mail/Internet platform, and 54 million using FOMA™, the world’s original 3G mobile service based on W-CDMA. As a leader in the development of cutting-edge mobile technologies, DOCOMO is continually expanding the role of mobile phones as versatile and highly personalized “lifestyle tools” for everyday life, including with a wide range of innovative services for mobile payments, GPS, mobile TV, multimedia content and much more. NTT DOCOMO is listed on the Tokyo (9437), London (NDCM) and New York (DCM) stock exchanges. For more information, visit www.nttdocomo.com.
FOMA and i-mode are trademarks or registered trademarks of NTT DOCOMO, INC. in Japan and/or other countries.
FOMA service is only available in Japan.
DOCOMO acquired a 35-percent stake in PacketVideo from NextWave in July 2009. The new acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions, including clearance by certain U.S. regulatory authorities and the approval of NextWave’s shareholders. The transaction is expected to close during the calendar quarter ending September 30, 2010.
DOCOMO aims to create synergies with PacketVideo for enhanced media services, including the creation of an all-new domain of services that allow users to easily link their mobile handsets with home electronic devices to remotely enjoy and share content.
PacketVideo is a market leader in mobile phone-based multimedia software and media service platforms that have been widely adopted by mobile operators and device manufacturers in North America, Europe and Asia. The company also provides solutions that allow users to share pictures, music and videos among PCs, mobile phones and consumer electronic devices such as TVs, digital picture frames and audio equipment.
About NTT DOCOMO
NTT DOCOMO is the world’s leading mobile operator and provider of advanced mobile services. The company serves over 56 million customers in Japan, including 49 million using i-mode™, the world’s most popular mobile e-mail/Internet platform, and 54 million using FOMA™, the world’s original 3G mobile service based on W-CDMA. As a leader in the development of cutting-edge mobile technologies, DOCOMO is continually expanding the role of mobile phones as versatile and highly personalized “lifestyle tools” for everyday life, including with a wide range of innovative services for mobile payments, GPS, mobile TV, multimedia content and much more. NTT DOCOMO is listed on the Tokyo (9437), London (NDCM) and New York (DCM) stock exchanges. For more information, visit www.nttdocomo.com.
FOMA and i-mode are trademarks or registered trademarks of NTT DOCOMO, INC. in Japan and/or other countries.
FOMA service is only available in Japan.
Japan's SOFTBANK MOBILE chooses Ericsson mobile broadband solution
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Optimized utilization of network resources through Service Aware Support Node solution
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Enabling of differentiated offerings and flexible charging
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First Ericsson IP router deployment for SoftBank Mobile
Ericsson's (NASDAQ: ERIC) Service Aware Support Node (SASN) solution has been chosen by leading Japanese operator, SoftBank Mobile Corp. to provide expanded capabilities to its increasing number of smartphone subscribers.
The SASN provides efficient usage of telecom infrastructure through sophisticated traffic inspection functionality, and ensures that SoftBank Mobile's subscribers enjoy consistent quality of service.
The solution also enables truly flexible charging options and paves the way for the operator to develop differentiated service offerings based on individual subscriber needs and the service or application used.
SoftBank Mobile will also be deploying Ericsson's SmartEdge IP router for the first time. This product expands the available bandwidth, accommodating more traffic and subscribers, and provides high-speed mobile broadband services to meet customer demand.
Junichi Miyakawa, Executive Vice President & CTO of SoftBank Mobile, says: "We always aim to give our customers our full attention and stay one step ahead by continuously improving our network. Our customers are advanced users of mobile broadband and it is important that we deploy the latest technology to support them."
Fredrik Alatalo, President Ericsson Japan, says: "The increase in smartphone user numbers opens up great opportunities for operators. By introducing our SmartEdge routers in the IP backbone and our Service Aware Support Node solution, we are supporting SoftBank Mobile in evolving its mobile broadband offering even further."
The contract includes professional services covering design, installation, and systems integration of the complete solution.
Optimized utilization of network resources through Service Aware Support Node solution
*
Enabling of differentiated offerings and flexible charging
*
First Ericsson IP router deployment for SoftBank Mobile
Ericsson's (NASDAQ: ERIC) Service Aware Support Node (SASN) solution has been chosen by leading Japanese operator, SoftBank Mobile Corp. to provide expanded capabilities to its increasing number of smartphone subscribers.
The SASN provides efficient usage of telecom infrastructure through sophisticated traffic inspection functionality, and ensures that SoftBank Mobile's subscribers enjoy consistent quality of service.
The solution also enables truly flexible charging options and paves the way for the operator to develop differentiated service offerings based on individual subscriber needs and the service or application used.
SoftBank Mobile will also be deploying Ericsson's SmartEdge IP router for the first time. This product expands the available bandwidth, accommodating more traffic and subscribers, and provides high-speed mobile broadband services to meet customer demand.
Junichi Miyakawa, Executive Vice President & CTO of SoftBank Mobile, says: "We always aim to give our customers our full attention and stay one step ahead by continuously improving our network. Our customers are advanced users of mobile broadband and it is important that we deploy the latest technology to support them."
Fredrik Alatalo, President Ericsson Japan, says: "The increase in smartphone user numbers opens up great opportunities for operators. By introducing our SmartEdge routers in the IP backbone and our Service Aware Support Node solution, we are supporting SoftBank Mobile in evolving its mobile broadband offering even further."
The contract includes professional services covering design, installation, and systems integration of the complete solution.
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