Wednesday, August 1, 2007

Google tools for WiMax

Google plus WiMax ..a new product coming soon..
Wireless provider Sprint Nextel Corp. said it would include a range of Google Inc.'s Web and communications applications on its coming "WiMax" mobile devices, a boost for Sprint as it rolls out the new technology and a breakthrough for Google in the U.S. wireless industry.
now is wireless ..
Sprint, the nation's third-largest wireless carrier by subscribers, recently announced it is teaming up with Clearwire Corp., of Kirkland, Wash., to build a nationwide WiMax network.
The companies plan a rollout that will reach 100 million people by the end of 2008.
WiMax is a long-range wireless technology that Sprint says will allow consumers to access the Web wirelessly from cellphones, laptops and other devices at speeds and prices similar to cable connections.
some years ago was blue tooth..now WiMax ...
Sprint plans to offer a home page on its WiMax devices that will serve as a gateway for consumers to access the Internet and a variety of multimedia services.
Under the deal, Google will provide the Web-search capabilities for that portal. Sprint also will integrate a suite of popular Google mobile applications, including Gmail email and Google Calendar.
Barry West, who heads up Sprint's WiMax unit, said it isn't clear whether Google's services will be offered on the WiMax products Clearwire brings to market. Clearwire declined to comment.
Google's collaboration with Sprint comes as Google is battling in Washington to impose new rules for a coming auction of valuable radio spectrum.
Google wants to require wireless operators to open their networks to new applications and devices.
Now is Wireless age ..

No comments: