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w2bi announces Global Mode System Selection Solution for LTE

Union NJ, Dec 2009 - w2bi proudly announces the launch of its Global Mode System Selection test automation suite. With its long expertise in developing System Selection solutions for CDMA-based wireless devices, w2bi has now successfully developed and deployed Global Mode System Selection for Type 1 LTE devices. w2bi’s LTE Q-GENERIC automated test solution combines w2bi’s proven test automation platform with Aeroflex’s advanced 7100 LTE test set. Complementing w2bi’s existing certification platforms for 2G and 3G networks, it bundles all the elements needed for effective LTE device certification, enabling network operators to deliver the expected quality of customer experience and bring LTE devices to market faster. Providing a complete turnkey solution, it automates testing based on industry standards (3GPP and 3GPP2) as well as based on operator-specific LTE device requirements.

LTE Q-GENERIC is a flexible and extensible platform, combining multiple instruments from different vendors into a seamless test execution environment, while still maintaining a uniform test experience. Operators and OEMs can now procure this test suite for development and certification testing of System Selection functionality for their LTE devices. Adding this test capability to customer’s existing setup is simple and easy. Global Mode System Selection suite is competitively priced. This suite is available for all customers from Jan 2010 onwards. To find out how Global Mode System Selection suite from w2bi can help customers reduce their development cost and narrow their time-to-market gap next generation LTE devices, contact info@w2bi.com.

w2bi announces CCF Data Throttling Automation solution

Union NJ, Dec 2009 - w2bi announces CCF Data Throttling test automation suite as a part of its Q-DAAT solution. CCF Data Throttling test suite is currently available for Verizon Wireless and is based on industry-standard CCF Test Plan. OEMs can now procure this test suite for development and certification testing of Data Throttling functionality. Some of the features of this suite include automation of all supported test cases. Test cases not supported are due to emulator hardware limitation. Automation scripts use your existing Spirent APEX-type rack. Adding this test capability to you existing setup is simple and easy. Automation of the test device is based on UTS Device drivers. CCF Data Throttling suite is aggressively priced. This suite is available for all customers from Feb 2010 onwards. For additional information, contact info@w2bi.com.

w2bi launches Push-to-Talk (PTT) Automation solution for Verizon Wireless

Union NJ, Nov 2009 - w2bi is pleased to launch its Push-to-talk test automation suite as a part of Q-DAAT Solution. PTT test suite is currently available for Verizon Wireless and is based on Verizon’s PTT Test Plan. OEMs can now procure this test suite for development and certification testing of PTT enabled devices. Some of the features of this suite include automation of more than 90% test cases. Remaining test cases are still available for semi-automated mode. Automation scripts use your existing Spirent APEX-type rack. Customers will have to procure a PTT Server option from Spirent. Adding PTT test capability to you existing setup is simple and easy. Automation of the test device is based on UTS Device drivers. PTT test suite is aggressively priced. This suite is available for all customers from Jan 2010 onwards. For additional information, contact info@w2bi.com.

w2bi announces OTADM with iMDM Support Automation solution for Verizon Wireless

Union NJ, Oct 2009 - w2bi proudly announces its launch of iMDM support for existing OTADM installs. iMDM is a brand-new, web-based, and user-friendly OMASS Server from Innopath. w2bi has worked with closely with Innopath and Verizon Wireless to add this support. This server closely emulates the real world servers and the challenges of using a test server and device configurations are now removed. This support is available as a part of Q-DAAT Solution. OTADM test suite is currently available for Verizon Wireless only and is based on Verizon’s OTADM Test Plan. OEMs can now procure this test suite for development and certification testing of OTADM enabled devices. Some of the features of this suite include automation of more than 70% test cases. Remaining test cases are still available for semi-automated mode.

Automation scripts use your existing Spirent APEX-type rack. Adding OTADM test capability to you existing setup is simple and easy. Automation of the test device is based on UTS Device drivers. OTADM test suite with iMDM support is aggressively priced. For existing OTADM customers with a valid ASA (Annual Support Agreement), iMDM support is included at no additional charge. This suite is available for all customers from Feb 2010 onwards. For additional information, contact info@w2bi.com.

Aeroflex & w2bi in agreement to jointly develop new LTE handset certification platform

Stevenage, UK – 24th June 2009. Aeroflex and w2bi have announced that they have entered into an agreement under which they will pool their test expertise and technology for the joint development of a network certification platform for LTE mobile devices.

“LTE is fast becoming the mobile broadband technology of choice worldwide for next-generation networks and our agreement with Aeroflex gives us access to essential technology from the recognized leader in LTE test,” said Ron Parmar, CEO of w2bi. “The quality deployment of mobile devices requires thorough testing both during development and for certification. Since LTE is a new and complex technology, certification testing assumes even greater significance. The new certification platform for LTE mobile devices is being developed to meet this challenge.”

The combination of Aeroflex’s highly successful 7100 LTE test system integrated with w2bi’s Q-GENERIC automated test solution will create a versatile LTE handset certification platform for network operators, device manufacturers and test labs worldwide. Complementing w2bi’s existing certification platforms for 2G and 3G networks, it will bundle all the elements needed for effective LTE network certification test to enable network operators to deliver the expected quality of customer experience and bring LTE handsets to market faster. Providing a complete turnkey solution, it will automate testing based on industry standards (3GPP and 3GPP2) as well as operator-specific LTE network implementations.

Jose Cangas has joined as one of the Board Members of w2bi Inc.

Union, NJ - June 15, 2009 - w2bi, Inc. is pleased to announce that Jose Cangas has joined as one of our Board members.

Jose Cangas is Head of Business Development, Nokia Siemens Networks. Jose has 25 years experience in the telecommunications industry. Jose was part of the original GSM R&D development at Ericsson, where he held various positions in sales and marketing in Spain, Sweden and the US. In 2004, Jose joined Nokia's management team to work in the mobile device business. He holds a MS in Computer Science from the University of Texas and has completed executive education programs at both Columbia Business School and Insead. Since 2007, Jose has been with Nokia Siemens Networks focused on LTE and other business growth areas in North America.

We welcome Jose, and are looking forward to his esteemed advice and experienced direction in the wireless business sphere.

w2bi annouces the addition of 'Q-GENERIC for LTE' solution

Union, NJ - 1st April 2009 - w2bi, Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of ‘Q-GENERIC for LTE’ a turn-key testing solution to its existing portfolio of Test Automation Solutions for mobile devices. With this new addition, w2bi now addresses all the key technologies including LTE, CDMA, 1xEVDO, GSM, and UMTS.

w2bi is a member of 3GPP, ETSI, CDG and CCF standards body, and is progressing towards ISO 17025 accreditation.

Our key endeavor is to help customers bring products to market faster and maintain quality of the wireless networks.

w2bi releases AetherPal™ version 2.0 and attains Microsoft Gold Certified partner status

Union, NJ – March 25th, 2009 – w2bi, Inc. achieved Gold Certified Partner status in the Microsoft Partner Program. In attaining Gold Certified Partner status, w2bi demonstrated the required expertise with Microsoft technologies and demonstrated its ability to meet customers’ needs with exceptional proficiency. Microsoft Certified Partners receive a rich set of benefits, including premier access, special training, and the highest levels of support, giving partners a technological competitive advantage. Microsoft tested and certified AetherPal providing w2bi with Mobility Solution Competency and ISV/Software Solution Competency.

w2bi is proud to announce the release of AetherPal 2.0, a patent pending complementary solution for Microsoft System Center Mobile Device Manager 2008 (SCMDM) and for Windows Mobile 6.0 and 6.1 standalone devices. AetherPal addresses specific user needs and enhances enterprise’s ROI on Microsoft Windows Mobile devices. The solution can be integrated into SCMDM or be used as a standalone solution.

w2bi's test plan approved by CDMA Certification Forum (CCF)

Union, NJ - March 19th, 2009 - w2bi, Inc. is pleased to announce that Q-GENERIC®, a turn-key test solution, fully automates the recently approved by CDMA Certification Forum (CCF) 1x System Determination Test Plan. The test plan is based upon the CDG document 143 “Recommended System Selection Requirements for 1X and 1xEVDO capable terminals” and was developed with input contributions from leading CDMA network operators, OEMs, hardware vendors, and w2bi. w2bi created and deployed the first industry generic solution , Q-GENERIC, for System Acquisition testing three years ago. Q-GENERIC verifies the system acquisition capabilities of a device loaded with any operator’s PRL and includes 200+ test scenarios for CDMA2000 and 1000+ for 1xEVDO. Q-GENERIC product is commercially available April 1, 2009 to test the CCF approved 1X test plan.

w2bi enters into reselling partnership with Inovativ

Union, NJ – Feburary 18th, 2009 – w2bi, Inc., a leading provider of management and testing solutions for wireless communications, announced today that it has signed a letter of agreement with Inovativ of The Netherlands, a leading mobile technology services firm providing strategy, development, systems integration and managed services. The agreement covers The Netherlands and other European countries and is based on w2bi’s AetherPal™ solution.

w2bi Attains Microsoft Certified Partner Status

Union, NJ – January 9th, 2009 - w2bi Inc., attained Certified Partner status in the Microsoft Partner Program. In becoming a Certified Partner, w2bi demonstrated expertise with Microsoft technologies and demonstrated its ability to meet customers’ needs with exceptional expertise. Microsoft Certified Partners receive a rich set of benefits, including premier access, special training, and the highest levels of support, giving partners a real technologically competitive advantage.

w2bi signs reseller agreement with Airloom

Union, NJ – December 24th, 2008 - w2bi Inc., a leading provider of management and testing solutions for wireless communications, announced today that it has signed a reseller agreement with Airloom of Sydney, Australia, a leading mobile technology services firm providing strategy, development, systems integration and managed services.

The agreement covers the Australian and New Zealand Markets and is based on w2bi’s AetherPal™ solution. AetherPal, is a patent pending complementary solution for Microsoft System Center Mobile Device Manager 2008 (SCMDM). AetherPal addresses specific user needs, and thereby enhances enterprise’s ROI on Microsoft SCMDM deployment. The solution is integrated into SCMDM and since the device client is “light”, the features are fast, responsive, and robust. The AetherPal solution adds Remote Control, Banner Notification, and Mobile Desktop features to Microsoft SCMDM implementation.

w2bi AetherPal Joins Microsoft Partner Program

Union, NJ – September 19th, 2008 - w2bi Inc., is pleased to announce that we are a Microsoft Mobile Device Management partner and part of the Microsoft partner portal at this page.

The partnership is for our AetherPal product. AetherPal, is a patent pending complementary solution for Microsoft System Center Mobile Device Manager 2008 (SCMDM). AetherPal addresses specific user needs, and thereby enhances enterprise’s ROI on Microsoft SCMDM deployment. The solution is integrated into SCMDM and since the device client is “light”, the features are fast, responsive, and robust.