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Handspring Press Release Archive
HANDSPRING AND DEVELOPER PARTNERS DEBUT BROAD ARRAY OF WIRELESS SPRINGBOARD™ SOLUTIONS
Springboard™ developers demonstrate wireless communications solutions including
phones, modems and pagers at GlobalXChange, Chicago
MOUNTAIN VIEW, CALIF. (September 27, 2000) - Handspring, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAND) and a number of Springboard™ module developers will introduce several wireless solutions for the Visor™ handheld computer today at the GlobalXChange exhibition in Chicago. Ranging from mobile and cordless phones to modems and pagers, this new generation of wireless-enabled Springboard modules will bring robust new voice and data communications capabilities to the Springboard platform, further illustrating the vast expandability and flexibility of the Visor product line. Participating Springboard developer partners will join Handspring to demonstrate these solutions at booth #4540 in the main exhibit hall at McCormick Place.
In addition to the VisorPhone™ module introduced by Handspring earlier this week, which brings voice communications to Visor, Handspring and its developer partners will highlight solutions including web browsing, remote email access, paging and integrated phone and PIM applications. Many of these solutions will be announced for the first time at GlobalXChange, including the SB1000, a CDMA module by Airprime, the Parafone cordless phone module by Arkon, a wireless adapter with internet access from GoAmerica and Sierra Wireless, the WIPClip CDPD modem by Tellus and a 3G reference design by Texas Instruments.
Previously announced modules on exhibit include the Minstrel S wireless modem by Novatel, the @ctivelink communication module by Glenayre, the Xircom SpringPort Modem 56k GlobalAccess, and the Infomitt pager by Remote Solution. In addition, AvantGo, FusionOne, and Omnisky will demonstrate software and services that work in conjunction with many of these wireless-enabled modules to bring additional web browsing and email access capabilities to Visor.
"The range of solutions our partners are demonstrating here this week is proof of the simplicity and versatility of the Springboard platform and its ability to accommodate the full range of wireless standards," said Lee Epting, director of developer relations for Handspring. "These new offerings exemplify the significant progress Handspring and our developers have made in achieving true wireless mobility for Visor customers."
The latest information regarding wireless-enabled Springboard solutions is available at http://www.handspring.com/developers/wireless.
About Handspring
Handspring is a leading innovator in the handheld computing industry. The company develops, manufactures and markets a family of expandable handheld computers for a broad range of markets and customers. Founded in 1998 by the creators of the world-leading Palm Computing platform, Handspring's flagship technology is the Springboard platform that provides a simple and easy method for hardware and software expansion. Today Handspring sells its Visor line of handhelds at Handspring.com and through select Internet and retail partners in the U.S., Canada, Europe and Japan, along with a line of Springboard expansion modules and accessories.
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including those relating to: the extent to which new Springboard modules will deliver robust voice and data communication capabilities that will enable true wireless mobility for Visor customers; the future expandability and flexibility of the Visor product line; and the Springboard expansion platform's ability to accommodate the full range of wireless standards. Actual results may differ materially due to a number of factors including, among others: the ability of developers to manufacture and ship Springboard modules in volume in light of component constraints; consumer and developer acceptance of the Springboard expansion slot; and the rapid pace of technological change and competitive developments in the handheld computer industry. Reported results should not be considered as an indication of future performance. The matters discussed in this press release also involve risks and uncertainties described in the company's Form S-1 Registration Statement filed with Securities and Exchange Commission. The company assumes no obligation to update the forward-looking information contained in this press release.
Handspring, the Handspring logo, Visor, VisorPhone, and Springboard are trademarks of Handspring, Inc. and may be registered in certain jurisdictions. All other brand names are trademarks of their respective owners.
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