REDMOND, Washington, United States—Nokia and AT&T Wireless Services reported the completion of the first live Enhanced Data Rates for Global Evolution (EDGE) data call using GSM/EDGE technology and a live GSM network environment.
The data call was made using an EDGE handset connected with a laptop to the Internet for Web browsing and streaming applications, and used EDGE 8-PSK modulation in both directions in the air interface.
The call came days after Cingular Wireless, the second largest U.S. wireless operator, announced plans to roll out EDGE technology across its entire network by 2004.
“EDGE is an integral part of our long-term strategy and now other carriers are reinforcing it as the right choice for carriers that want to deliver 3G services in both the U.S. and globally,” said Rod Nelson, chief technology officer for AT&T Wireless.
