Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ:SWIR)(TSE:SW.) today announced commercial availability of the Sierra Wireless AirPath(TM) 300 wireless adapter which enables wireless data access for the Handspring(TM) Visor(TM) handheld computer.
The solution will offer mobile users flexibility and a variety of wireless network options on their handheld computer or personal digital assistant (PDA) through Cellular Digital Packet Data networks (CDPD).
The Handspring Visor is an expandable handheld computer based on the popular Palm operating system and features the Springboard(TM) expansion slot on the back of the unit. The Sierra Wireless AirPath 300 Springboard module conveniently slides into the back of the Handspring Visor and will provide mobile professionals reliable, plug-and-play wireless access to enterprise networks, corporate applications, email, and the Internet.
"The Sierra Wireless AirPath 300 adapter is a natural extension of our Sierra Wireless AirCard(R) modem line and an integral part of our strategy to offer wireless access for handheld and PDA devices to mobile users," stated Mark McMillan, vice president, marketing for Sierra Wireless. "Sierra Wireless will continue to work with companies such as Handspring to offer high performance products that provide virtually anywhere Internet access on any device."
"The wireless connectivity offered by the Sierra Wireless AirPath 300 Springboard module is a compelling solution for people who need data on-the-go," said Lee Epting, director of developer relations for Handspring. "The combination of the Sierra Wireless AirPath adapter and the Handspring Visor will be a powerful tool for both business and personal applications."
[ Home | Contact | MobiChat | Experts database | Let's do it ]
Comments to the content of this page can be posted on the MobiChat discussion group