The Wireless Web&

Sprint PCS 3G

By Chultemjamts Baldandorj

What is Wireless Web

• The concept is very simple: allow people to access the Internet from cellular phones, handheld computers and other portable gadgets.

• All internet applications are accessible.• The technology used is WAP, HDML, WML, Bluetooth, Java and

others.

In today's busy world, many people delight in the ability to use new technologies any where at any time. More and more people are using the Internet through wireless browsers

WAP

• WAP stands for Wireless Application Protocol.

• The idea comes from the wireless industry, from companies such as Phone.com, Nokia and Ericsson. The point of this standard is to serve internet contents and internet services to wireless clients, Wap devices, such as mobile phones and terminals.

WML

• WML stands for Wireless Markup Language, and is what HTML is to a web browser. It is based on XML, or rather it is an XML application. If you’re going from HTML to WML, with no prior knowledge of XML, chances are you’ll find WML *very* strict. Just like HTML and XML, WML is read and interpreted by a browser built into the WAP device.

HTML vs HDML

• HTML sites are viewed from your desktop and contain color and graphics. In order to accommodate wireless requirements, HDML (Handheld Device Markup Language) was created to view some of your same favorite web sites in a text only format on a handheld device.

Why Go Wireless

• The internet has been the subject of discussion for common a person then anything else since its introduction. The new economy offers many new ways of distinguishing and ability to move forward in the fast-paced B2B (Business to Business) market. The competition is getting tougher as the marketing machines gear up for the latest and greatest techno marvel, the Wireless Web. Wereless web isn’t the new concept but for a common person it’s really hard to understand sometimes. We are not over understanding the difference between a PC and a Mac but introduction of new and latest technology confuses us even more. My purpose here is to introduce you to this new technology with an example provider , Sprint PCS.

What is 3G

• 3G is Third Generation Wireless

• The First generation was analog

• The Second generation was digital (CDMA, TDMA and GSM)

• The Third generation are expected to provide broadband, high-speed data applications both fixed and mobile. Third Generation (3G) is an industry term for a collection of international standards and technologies targeted at increasing efficiency and improving the performance of mobile wireless networks. The International Tele communication Union developed this family of standards, which is referred to as IMT 2000.

What is 3G Cellphone Technology?

• It is common to hear others talking about the new 3G cell phones, and 3G technology for wireless. What exactly is it? 3G is a term for a collection of standards and technologies which will be used in the near future to enhance performance, particularly on 3g cell phone networks and increase data speed. A 3G cell phone would be compatible with any of the languages or standards which support enhanced data speeds. One such standard is CDMA 2000 1X.

• 3G is an International Telecommunication Union specification for the third generation (1G was analog cellular, 2G was digital PCS) of mobile communications technology. 3G wireless promises increased bandwidth of up to 384 Kbps when a device is stationary or moving at pedestrian speed, 128 Kbps in a car, and 2 Mbps in fixed applications. 3G will work over wireless air interfaces such as WCDMA, GSM(GPRS), and TDMA. The new EDGE (for Enhanced Data for GSM Environment air interface has been developed specifically to meet the bandwidth needs of 3G cell phones. Some argue true 3G cell phones and 3g networks will not be in place for a long time, years in fact. Others say 3G cell phones are here or coming this season.

• With 3g cell phones, you will eventually enjoy new features such as enhanced email, instant messaging and faster web browsing with wireless web with greater speed and efficiency. as the technologies become available to you, you will also be able to to make purchases, manage financial information, do on line banking and electronic fund transfers, view video clips and even play on line games with 3G cell phones. Cool!

• When 3G technology becomes available, you will will still be able to use your cell phone from today to make and receive calls. Should you choose to take full advantage of all of the 3G features, you will need to have a 3G voice and data compatible cell phone. 3G technology will become fully available sometime between now and 2004. Fully 3G compatible 3G cell phones are available to the consumer now through Sprint and Verizon.

Sprint PCS

• In order for best understand the Sprint Wireless Web, we have to first understand what exactly is Sprint PCS and what kind of system are they using.

• Sprint is a global communication company serving 26 million business and residential customers in more than 70 countries. With approximately 75,000 employees world wide and $26Billion in annual revenues.

• Sprint PCS operates the largest all-digital wireless network in the United States

• Sprint offers the largest selection of Internet-ready phones.

• Sprint uses Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA)

Why CDMA

• Leading 3G standards are based on CDMA technology. (However, other standards are based on FDMA/TDMA and TDMA-SC.) Sprint has adopted the CDMA-based 3G standard known as CDMA2000. Another CDMA- based 3G standard is WCDMA, or wideband CDMA.

• Some GSM and TDMA carriers will be adapting their networks to function using WCDMA for 3G applications. The cost of adopting WCDMA is considerably greater for other carriers than that of CDMA2000 for Sprint. 3G offers greater data speeds and increased network capacity for both voice and data. 3G operates on a packet-based network to transmit data, as opposed to today’s circuit-switched networks.

What is PCS vision?It’s clearly a whole new way to look at wireless.

• PCS vision represents a great leap forward in wireless performance.

• Powered by the enhanced Sprint Nationwide PCS Network. PCS Vision transforms the wireless experience from something that’s simply functional into something visual, entertaining and highly personalized.

Benefits include...• Share it When it Happens

• Taking pictures and instantly sharing them with family and friends has never been easier. Use a PCS Vision Picture Phone with a built-in or attachable camera to take full-color digital pictures. Then either store the pictures or send them right from your phone to an email address or other PCS Vision Phones.

• More ways to connect

• PCS Vision gives you more ways to connect to the important people in your life. messaging from PCS Vision helps you get your point across with clarity — through email, text messages, and chat sessions.

• Always- on Advanced Multimedia Services

• The enhanced Sprint Nationwide PCS Network gives you instant access to a comprehensive set of wireless services including pictures, messaging, Web, games, and more on select PCS Phones. Enjoy a level of convenience and graphic richness that is comparable to your home or office computer.

Benefits include cont...

• High- Speed Data Transfer

• PCS Vision gives you the ability to send and receive wireless information directly on select PCS Phones. From full-color digital images to unique ringers and much more, the freedom to share information adds a powerful new dimension to wireless communication.

• Flexible Usage Options

• The enhanced Sprint Nationwide PCS Network gives you the flexibility to use your PCS Service for both voice and wireless information. When you sign up for a PCS Free & Clear Plan with Vision you will choose a set amount of calling minutes and megabytes of data for use each month.

PCS Vision

• With its foundation in CDMA technology, Sprint has been able to migrate efficiently and corst-effectively to the next generation of wireless services. Spring launched PCS vision, the first one and the only nation wide 3G service, in August 2002. PCS delivers clarity you can see, hear and expanding wireless possibilites to include everything from rich full-color graphics to dynamic selection of advanced multimedia services. In this first phase of 3G, network data speeds will be increased 10-fold from 14.4kbps up to 144kbps, with average speeds of 50-70 kbps, and voice capacity will be enhanced to the double.

PCS Vision

• Experience rich color visuals and advanced multimedia services.

• Shoot and share digital pictures with a PCS Vision Camera.

• Send and receive email, check stocks, sports, weather, surf graphic versions of popular versions of Web sites.

• Access your Microsoft Outlook or Lotus Notes company email with and without attachments, calendar and contacts in real time.

• Play popular games type like action, adventure, casino, puzzles and sports, and much more.

PCS Vision Phones

• The new line of PCS Vision Phones features PCS Full-Color Screens and advanced multimedia services that let you experience PCS Vision in all its richness and depth.

Sierra 510 AirCard Wireless Web Modem

• The AirCard 510 is the first Type II compatible CDMA PC Card modem. This means it fits many existing laptops and mobile devices currently in use. It is simple to install, use, and comes with all the necessary software, and connects a user's laptop or PDA to the corporate intranet, e-mail, incoming SMS or short message service.

• This wireless modem kit uses its own phone number, leaving your cellphone for voice calls. It is a compatibleType II PC Card design incorporating a patented, internally stored antenna for easy handling, rapid deployment and connection for your Laptop with a type II external port. Wireless Modem Kit includes an AirCard 510 modem, one CD-ROM which contains the Watcher program, a quick reference guide, a user guide, and user documentation materials. It also contains the Bluekite Compression software enabling your to cruise the web at up to 5 times your modem speed.

• What is a type II external port? That's where mobile workers can plug in their external CD-ROM, or 2 1/2 inch drive. It is a widely used standard port, and there are adapters and all sorts of cables and devices which can be plugged into it. It is the port which looks almost like it could accept a 2 1/2 inch disk, with a stretch of the imagination.

• The software for this modem is very easy to install. An Installation Wizard will walk you thru all phases of installation, to get you up and running. You will want to have the User Guide handy for any questions you may have along the way, and if there is a particular URL or address at a corporate intranet, you will want to have that address handy, so you can enter it into Preferences. Preferences can easily be adjusted in the future at Start menu. You will be able to monitor signal strength during use, and control settings and connections. If you need Dial-Up Networking DUN sessions, use the connections manager to set the appropriate changes. Dial-Up Networking is covered in the users manual, and this device is compatible with other DUN type devices.

• The antenna hides nicely within the modem for protection, and can easily be replaced if broken. Contact your friendly Sprint Business Sales Associate, for information regarding parts availability. Power boosters do not seem to have any effect on signal strength, or are incompatible. This wireless modem uses the 1900 MegaHertz band.

• The data rate is 14.4 kps, or kilobytes per second. It can be compressed with special v.42bis software provided by Sprint or other sources. E-mail me if you need the current address or URL for compression software. Compression software enhances your laptop effective modem speed potential to 56 kilobits per second. Faster modems should be released before May of 2002. The modem is compatible with standard RAS type modem-pools, and corporate servers. Use of this wireless modem seems to subtract approximately one tenth of the overall battery longevity per cycle.

• It is an easy matter to allow for receiving and sending faxes. The mobile worker can simply check off in Preferences, that the laptop will be used for sending and/or receiving faxes. The modem can then answer or send calls in fax format.

• There are 2 COM ports. There is a serial port, and the modem port. The serial port is good for items like monitoring status, signal strength or receiving Short Messaging Services or SMS messages. The other COM port is for sending and receiving data in CDMA format, like web pages, or applications from your corporate intranet.

• the benefits...

– Wide acceptance of the Sprint CDMA wireless networks, meaning mobility in over 300 United States major metropolitan areas, 4000 cities and towns, all from one provider.

– Easily configure, set preferences, and control your wireless modem with included "Watcher" application software.

– Works on Pocket PC's (a.k.a PPC's), Windows CE3.0, handheld version, and with Windows 95, 98, or Windows 2000.

– Usage plans available sharing voice and/or data minutes, for maximized wireless value savings.

– No more looking for a telephone jack, wherever you need to use the device.

– Modem works in extreme temperature conditions, and uses only 5 Volts.

– You won't have to look far for a provider... we can show you a great one.

– Connect quickly anywhere within the Sprint PCS network

– Can be re-set for fax use, in Watcher Preference tab.

– Works with most laptops having a PCMCIA card slot.

– No need to memorize local dial up access numbers.

– Access the internet, LAN or corporate networks.

– Weighs less than 2 ounces

What will the future hold?

• Consumers will see instant access to services tailored to their lifestyles. Consumers will enjoy enhanced applications of messaging (email, chat and instant messaging) and Web (content, e commerce, and gaming). Location services will strengthen safety applications and open the door to new ways of using wireless communications devices to make purchases, manage banking, transfer funds and more. Full color text and graphics plus streaming audio and video will bring the wireless experience closer to the desktop experience.

What will we see in the future for business use?

• Enterprise costumers are looking for solutions to wirelessly extend access to their business applications to their mobile employees. Sprint is doing this today with the PCS Wireless Web for Business. With 3G, the ability to access real-time, mission critical information and applications will be faster, easier, and will open the door to endless possibilities. Business applications will continue to emerge as extensions of existing business applications. This includes email and PIM, Internet/Intranet/Extranet; enterprise recourse planning and sales force automation and customized vertical applications.

Wireless web Devices

Wireless Web Devices cont...

Future of 3G

• Sprint will go through three stage upgrade

• First is PCS Vision also called CDMA1X.

• Second will be CDMA2X Data speeds up to 400kbps.

• Third and final stage will be CDMA3X, data speed up to 1 Gig.

Future 3G Sprint Phones

Bibliography

• Wireless Web Development, Rischpater Ray

• www.sprintpcs.com

• Scientific America

• www.wirelessdata.org

• Washington Post

• www.pcsvision.com

• www.newsfactor.com

• www.3g-cell-phones.com