Key Facts

-Beginning February 3, the MediaPad will be available to AT&T’s enterprise users at varying price points depending on the business account.

-The MediaPad is a feature-rich tablet that provides a premium drug user experience at an affordable price. This Android™-powered tablet is optimized for AT&T’s 4G*network for video viewing, web browsing and all around experience at an affordable price.

-The MediaPad includes a 7″ IPS multi-touch display and Android™ 3.2 (Honeycomb) operating system.

Device Specs and Key Features

-7″ IPS multi-touch display at 1280×800 resolution

-Android™ 3.2 (Honeycomb) operating system

-1.2 Ghz dual-core Qualcomm Snapdragon processor

-5MP rear-facing and 1.3MP front-facing photographic camera with 4X zoom and AF

-1080p HD video recording and playback

-Wi-Fi with AT&T Hotspots

-7.61″ x 4.71″ x .41″ dimensions at 14.08oz

“We’re committed to working with AT&T to create influential devices that will provide consumers the best experience on AT&T’s networks,” said Cui Jiangao, President of Huawei Device USA.

*4G speeds delivered by HSPA+ with enhanced backhaul. Available in limited areas. Availability increasing with ongoing backhaul deployment. 4G device required. Learn more at att.com/network.

All BlackBerry smartphones running BlackBerry 7 and BlackBerry 7.1 benefit from this certification, including the BlackBerry® Bold™ 9900, 9930 and 9790, BlackBerry® Torch™ 9850, 9860 and 9810, and BlackBerry® Curve™ 9350, 9360, 9370 and 9380.

“The FIPS 140-2 certification for BlackBerry 7.0 and 7.1 illustrates RIM’s continuing commitment to providing industry-leading, secure, mobile computation platforms for our customers,” said Scott Totzke, Senior Vice President, BlackBerry Security at Research In Motion. “With all of the latest BlackBerry smartphones and the PlayBook lozenge certified under the FIPS program, government and security-conscious customers can deploy our entire range of products with confidence.”

In addition to FIPS 140-2 certification, the BlackBerry 7 OS has received Common Criteria EAL4+ authentication (see announcement – November 14, 2011). The BlackBerry® PlayBook™ lozenge has also received FIPS 140-2 validation (see annunciation – July 21, 2011).

Sebastian Cabello, Director of Latin America, GSMA commented: “As well as being one of the largest, Latin America is also one of the earthly concern’s fastest-growing mobile markets. We have experienced 13 per cent growth per year for the past four years, driven by increasing accessibility, flexibility and affordability of mobile services, and boosted by the increasing affluence of the region and the relative shortage of the fixed line infrastructure. During 2011, Mobile Broadband connections surpassed DSL and cable connections and today represent the best hope for governments to realise their ICT universalisation plans.”

Economic and Social Contribution of Mobile Technology

The mobile market in Latin America currently generates an estimated US$175 billion, or 3.6 per cent of total GDP, with mobile operators alone contributing US$82 1000000000 in 2010 (1.7 per cent of the total output of the region). Additionally, the mobile industry is estimated to have contributed US$48 billion in 2010 to the public sphere, primarily driven by corporate taxes, social security, income taxes, net VAT and regulatory fees. The mobile ecosystem also makes a substantial contribution to employment and has generated almost 600,000 jobs and supports 1 million more.

Opportunity for Mobile Broadband

Mobile Broadband is currently an embryonic market in Latin America with only 61 million subscribers at the end of 2011. Subscriptions have grown at 133 per cent per year for the cobbler’s last five years and are predicted to continue maturation at 50 per cent per year for the next five years. With over 210 million internet users in Latin America, there is clear pent-up requirement for broadband services. With limited further roll-out of fixed base, Mobile Broadband is set to be the primary election chopines for high-speed internet services for most Latin Americans who are currently unconnected.

Optimising Spectrum Allocation

Achieving greater coverage and bridging the digital divide in Latin America largely depends on how governments utilise the 700MHz Digital Dividend spectrum. Allocation of this spectrum in the short term will help connect the unconnected, accelerate adoption rates, and significantly impact economic outgrowth. Incentivising Mobile Broadband through the allocation of spectrum is critical if governments are to meet targets and achieve their national broadband plans.

Addressing Regulation

The GSMA has identified four key regulatory themes that ar essential to democratising Mobile Broadband approach and sustaining growth. These are:

-The motive for a transparent, predictable, consultative and aligned regulatory regime -Reducing ineffective tax revenue to enable increased mobile penetration -Incentives to drive universal access, rather than universal service obligations/funds -The importance of a clear roadmap of spectrum apportionment, particularly to satisfy the increasing requirement of end users for Mobile Broadband

Mr. Cabello continued: “Taking action on all these factors volition enable the full extent of the economic and mixer benefits of Mobile Broadband services to be realised in Latin America. It is imperative that we foster, not knee, its outgrowth and develop the supportive ecosystem vital for the area.”

To view the full report, please follow this link: www.gsma.com/mobile-observatory

The top 20 countries in Latin America in terms of mobile penetration are Chile, Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay, Venezuela, Mexico, Panama, Colombia, Jamaica, El Salvador, Peru, Ecuador, Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, Honduras, Guatemala, Bolivia, Paraguay, Nicaragua and Haiti.

“During the past six months we’ve launched the Galaxy S II, Galaxy Nexus and now the Galaxy Note super phone in North America bringing unparalleled innovation to the marketplace,” said Todd Pendleton, Chief Marketing Officer for Samsung Telecommunications America. “The Galaxy Note ushers in the geological era of truly personalized communications, allowing people to capture, share and create like never before.”

The game changing Galaxy Note required a launch platform just as significant, which is why Samsung chose the largest event in North America to unveil this product – Super Bowl XLVI.

Samsung handpicked Bobby Farrelly to direct his first ever TV commercial. Farrelly, along with his brother, Peter, created the famous comedy films There’s Something About Mary, Dumb and Dumber, Kingpin and Fever Pitch.

Another Super Bowl commercial first is Samsung using footage shot by the Galaxy Note’s HD-quality video camera in the ad. Samsung is also one of the advertisers in the inaugural livestream of the Super Bowl broadcast.

The Galaxy Note ad will air during the 4th quarter of Super Bowl XLVI on February 5th.

An extensive digital and social campaign will accompany the ad release with Samsung Mobile US Facebook and Twitter followers gaining exclusive access to content and giveaways.

The Samsung Galaxy Note volition be available for pre-order starting February 5th and go on sale at AT&T and Best Buy Stores nationwide on February 19th.

Key Product Features of the Samsung Galaxy Note include:

Integrated S Pen™ Solution

5.3″ HD Super AMOLED™ Screen (1280×800)

Smartphone Portability with the Power of a Tablet

Samsung Approved for Enterprise (SAFE™)

1.5GHz Dual-core Processor

Android™ 2.3, Gingerbread + TouchWiz®, Kies Air, AllShare™

Social Hub

Media Hub HD

Enabled for 4G LTE

8.0 Megapixel Rear-facing Camera with LED Flash

2.0 Megapixel Front-facing Camera

1080p HD (30fps) Video Recording

2500mAh Battery

eReader Capabilities

Enabled for Video Chat

16GB Internal Memory

Expandable Memory up to 32GB

Swype™

AT&T Navigator®

Bluetooth® Technology

1 Number one mobile phone provider in the U.S. claim for Samsung Mobile based upon reported shipment data, according to Strategy Analytics, Q3 2011 U.S. Market Share Handset Shipments Reports.
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AT&T to offered the Samsung Galaxy Note in February 19th for $299.99 with a two-years contract. Those who managed to preorder by February 15th will received their Galaxy Note by February 17th. The device packed with .3-inch 1280×800 HD Super AMOLED display, 1.5GHz dual-core CPU, 8-megapixel shooter on back, 2-megapixel photographic camera around front, 1080p video capture, a 2,500mAh battery and 4G LTE connectivity. It runs on Android 2.3.6 run beneath Samsung’s TouchWiz 4.0 interface.

Create, Capture and Share in New Ways with the Samsung Galaxy Note, Available from AT&T Feb. 19

AT&T’s Latest 4G LTE Device Offers Customers a New Way to Communicate and Collaborate

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Key Facts

Previously announced at AT&T’s Developer Summit leading up to the International Consumer Electronics Show earlier this month, the Samsung Galaxy Note™ arrives in carbon blue and ceramic white at AT&T* stores beginning Feb. 19 for $299.99 with a two-year agreement.

Customers excited to get their hands on this dream twist even earlier can pre-order at http://www.att.com/galaxynote or any AT&T company-owned retail store beginning Sunday, Feb. 5 for delivery by Feb. 17.

The Galaxy Note combines the best features of a smartphone with the larger viewing screen of a lozenge and advanced technology in the S Pen™ — delivering an all-in-one twist that allows users to work more efficiently and maintain productivity, while communication in a unique, personal way.

Galaxy Note boasts the world’s first 5.3-inch HD Super AMOLED™ screen (1280×800), one of the largest screens on a smartphone, for sharp, clear colors and readability – both indoors and out. With the expansive high-solving screen that provides an immersive viewing experience, customers tin can take full advantage of the large display, to create and consume more.

The Galaxy Note includes a highly advanced tool called the S Pen, which delivers fast, responsive and precise control to create fine lines and detail on the twist display, much like an ink pen and pad of paper. With the S Pen, users can easily sketch drawings, jotting down feather notes, or write emails and texts quickly and easily in free-form handwriting.

S Memo™, a multimedia application designed to capture all forms of user-created content captured by the S Pen, allows for pictures, voice recordings, typed text, handwritten notes or drawings to be combined via a single application, converted to a ‘memo’, and shared as desired.

It also includes a smart professional planning tool that makes full use of the device’s large screen. The calendar integrates the phone’s to-do inclination and schedule; controller and sailing is intuitive, helping customers comprehensively organize their lives.

An easy screen-capture function also allows users to instantly save any screen, which can also be annotated with the S Pen before being saved or shared.

Users tin can communicate in personal, creative ways expanding beyond traditional share-out methods with the Galaxy Note.

Accessories

The Galaxy Note features a unique portfolio of usance designed optional accessories including:

Desktop Dock to get the most out of your Galaxy Note at domicile

Spare Battery Charging System that allows for a convenient backup charging solution

Protective Flip Cover Case, available in multiple colors including tan, black, pink, red, white, blue.

Galaxy Note S Pen Holder Kit which offers a result for users in need of a more traditional writing tool. With a spare S Pen included, the S Pen Holder secures the navigation tool inside and offers a comfortable grip and allows for more detailed use.

The Galaxy Note is also compatible with the following universal accessories: Micro USB Adapter, HDTV Smart Adapter, Car Power Charger with Detachable Data Cable (Micro USB), Micro USB Data Cable, Travel Charger (Detachable with USB to Micro USB Cable), and the premium Refined Sound wired headset.

Pre-Orders

Beginning Sunday, Feb. 5 customers will have the option to pre-ordering the Note at http://www.att.comgalaxynote or by visiting an AT&T troupe-owned retail store. Pre-orders processed by Feb. 15 will arrive by Feb. 17 at customers’ homes.

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“The Galaxy Note brings a new level of efficiency to busy customers who would normally rely on multiple devices,” said Jeff Bradley, senior vice president, Devices, AT&T Mobility and Consumer Markets. “This new breed of smartphone helps consumers accomplish more with a single device than ever before. The unique all-in-one experience can simplify daily life while tapping into AT&T’s 4G LTE network to let customers employment even faster.”

*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.

About AT&T

AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) is a premier communications keeping troupe and one of the most honored companies in the world. Its subsidiaries and affiliates – AT&T operating companies – are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the earthly concern. With a powerful array of meshwork resources that includes the nation’s fastest mobile broadband meshwork, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet, voice and cloud-based services. A leader in mobile broadband and emerging 4G capabilities, AT&T also offers the best radio coverage worldwide of any U.S. carrier, oblation the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse® and AT&T |DIRECTV brands. The company’s suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world. In domestic markets, AT&T Advertising Solutions and AT&T Interactive are known for their leadership in local search and advertising.

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3GS + 4 + 4S = Success While Apple sold 4 million iPhone 4Ss within three days of launch, the company’s return to top spot was partly driven by continuing to offer the iPhone 3GS — first launched in 2009 — at rock-merchantman prices. Juniper believes this an effort to shore-up its defences again a bombardment of standard and bounty smartphones from Samsung. Daniel Ashdown, Research Analyst with Juniper Research notes: “The scale of Samsung’s product range is saturating the market. Apple has had to counter Samsung’s products like the Galaxy Ace in order to maintain the visibleness of its brand.”

Battle of the Brands Drowns Out Competition While Apple and Samsung have traded places for the past three quarters, results of other OEMs were more muted. Taiwan-based HTC was the only other member of the top five to see significant class-on-year growth. Juniper estimates, prior to official data, that the company shipped 12.1 million smartphones in Q4. Elsewhere troubled Blackberry-maker RIM’s woes will be soothed somewhat as shipments remained steady year-on-class at 14.4 million, down feather just 0.7%. 2012 will be an important year for Nokia as it looks to bout back with a full-year of Windows Phone 7 launches. The Finnish OEMs smartphone shipments were down 31% y-o-y in the fourth quarter.

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