BEIJING-Internet access technology provider Access announced it will provide Datang Mobile Communications Equipment Co. Ltd. with technology to enable advanced mobile services over China’s third-generation TD-SCDMA networks.
Under their agreement, Access will develop technology specifications and business strategies for new client-end data solutions on 3G handsets and will provide its NetFront Mobile Client Suite, including microbrowser, messaging client and Java virtual machine applications to TD-SCDMA handset vendors.
Access’ NetFront browser is being used on NTT DoCoMo Inc.’s 3G FOMA service in Japan.
“We are confident about the bright future of IP data services over TD-SCDMA networks with its advantages in cost savings,” explained Qing Chu of Datang. “In partnership with Access, we are combining Access’ expertise with our industry-leading technology to speed the commercialization of TD-SCDMA, while ensuring mutual benefit for all parties in the TD-SCDMA value chain.”
