Xircom Introduces Wireless Internet Connection for Handspring Visor Users

SpringPort Wireless Data Module Enables Connectivity Via Mobile Phones

Xircom, Inc. (Nasdaq: XIRC), the leading provider of mobile information access solutions, today announced the availability of the SpringPort(TM) Wireless Data module that enables wireless Internet connection for Handspring(TM) Visor(TM) handhelds. The SpringPort Wireless Data module provides wireless connectivity via GSM, PCS and PDC mobile phones, enabling mobile users to access the Web, check e-mail, send and receive Short Message Service (SMS) messages, and synchronize data anytime, anywhere.

Xircom's SpringPort Wireless Data module snaps into the Visor's Springboard(TM) expansion slot and connects via the most-widely used mobile phones including Ericsson, Nokia and Siemens to provide unlimited wireless Internet access without incurring additional monthly service fees. Coupled with the free integrated software AvantGo(TM) Web browser, MultiMail(TM) by Palm, Inc.(TM) and funSMS(TM) by fun Communications(TM), Visor handheld users are instantly equipped with important information from any location including up-to-the-minute, customized stock quotes, news stories, e-mails and SMS capabilities that allow quick, easy e-mail correspondence.

"Xircom continues to leverage its strength as the leader in mobile information access solutions to develop simple, plug-and-play accessories for HandSpring Visor products," said John DiGiovanni, director of marketing, Access Products Business Unit for Xircom. "The SpringPort Wireless Data module enhances mobility for Visor handheld users by providing instant access to the Web and e-mail."

As the second in a series of SpringPort products, the SpringPort Wireless Data module strengthens Xircom's offerings of innovative connectivity solutions to Handspring Visor handheld users. Additional Xircom SpringPort products slated for introduction will provide wireless access through technologies such as Bluetooth and 802.11b Wireless Ethernet, further simplifying the process of accessing information by providing a wireless connection for the Visor handheld family.

"Xircom's SpringPort products continue to bring Visor handheld users closer to the information they need anytime, anywhere," said Ed Colligan, senior vice president, sales and marketing for Handspring. "We will continue to work closely with Xircom as they develop reliable, easy-to-use wireless data access solutions for our growing population of Visor customers."


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