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Siemens demonstrates Convergence solutions at CeBIT '99 � New Siemens Information and Communication developments confirm the potential of the Convergence of voice and data communication Hanover - At its CeBIT 99 Press Conference, Siemens Information and Communications clearly showed its leadership in Convergence with the demonstration of eight new developments which illustrate how voice and data communication can successfully work together. Next generation Mobile Communicator An entirely new kind of organiser that is even more attractive than traditional electronic notebooks was presented as part of a new Siemens "Innovations" study at CeBIT. This prototype of a smart phone module is the first communication device to combine a high-performance information terminal with nearly every professional communication capability, from mobile to stationary telephone applications. The prototype is a personal companion specialising in sophisticated communication using e-mail, short message service (SMS), Internet surfing, and even mobile electronic commerce, with future plans for mobile banking as well. The smart phone module study sets itself apart from conventional electronic notebooks by offering input from a keyboard, not just an electronic pen. The prototype also has slots for smart cards, Java cards, and multimedia cards. A built-in browser enables efficient access to the Internet. The new smart phone prototype also allows data exchange via an infrared port or an optional cable that connects to a V.24 interface. Joint Siemens and SAP Call Centre solution Siemens and SAP presented their first joint call centre solution at CeBIT '99. SAP has developed Customer Interaction Center (CIC), its own front-office application for its standard business application software R/3, Version 4.5 or higher. CIC can be connected to the call centre solution from Siemens Information and Communication Networks Group using the expanded SAPphone interface by SAP. The combination of Siemens Computer Telephony Integration and SAP business applications enables call centre employees to use comprehensive call-handling functions. These range from caller recognition via the directory number to automatically starting R/3 transactions using pre-assigned caller data and to initiating consultation and conference calls as well as call forwarding. Business TV At CeBIT 99 the Siemens Information and Communications division of Siemens gave its first presentation of a comprehensive package of services and solutions for Business TV. Application examples at the show focused on the important SME business sector. Siemens showed a fully operational solution example at CeBIT '99 in the form of an interactive information channel. This integrates calling up video information "on demand", live inserts, an announcement calendar as well as the combination of multimedia and text-oriented information. Business TV from Siemens is tailored to the demands of individual companies. Sending e-mail and using the Internet over the phone In a further move toward integrating telephone and Internet functions, Siemens also demonstrated the "e-mail phone," a prototype that the company hopes will establish a new market for a low-cost consumer device that will appeal to a non-technical audience. The new e-mail phone from Siemens combines a feature phone and Internet terminal in one very easy-to-use device. Voice-data applications for SME sector With its HiNet VS 1500, an ISDN communication system with optional built-in routing functionality, Siemens proved at CeBIT '99 that a combination of voice-data applications for multimedia communication is possible for every workstation. This ISDN communication routing system is designed for small and medium-sized businesses as well as for branches of large companies wishing to make a soft migration to complete voice/data integration at a later date. HiNet VS 1500 is suitable for connection of analogue and digital terminal equipment and for a broad range of applications such as LAN-LAN coupling, remote LAN access, Computer Telephony Integration (CTI) and telematic services or access to online services. Wireless computer networking and Internet surfing At CeBIT Siemens also introduced I-Gate, a new wireless LAN solution with an Internet connection. I-Gate allows up to ten PCs and/or notebooks to be networked without wires over a distance of 50 to 300 metres. The transfer rate is 2 Mbits. With an ISDN connection it is also possible to surf the Internet or use other ISDN services such as fax and file transfer. Just press a button to send photos, complete with sound, from a mobile communications device The new Mobile Picture Communications System (MPS) from Siemens, a world's first, is a innovative concept that many photographers will find especially useful. Based on the integration of information and communications technology and multimedia consumer products, MPC is the first all-in-one system that allows the user to take pictures and record sound anywhere and print out photographs at home. It will give millions of MPC users an easy and economical way to take digital photographs as well as project the images and sound on a television set via a mobile radio communications device. But MPC is not just for the home market. There is also a professional version that shows great promise for applications in medicine, law enforcement, and the insurance industry, to mention just a few areas. "The main point is to provide an all-in-one product idea, combined with a complete solution and customer-specific add-ons," says Alan Norman, Marketing Director for Siemens Computer Systems in the UK. "The converging information and communications markets are opening up great new potential for innovations in the areas of image and multimedia consumer products." Cordless voice and data communications At CeBIT Siemens also demonstrated the first palmtop computer which can also be used for telephone calls. Connecting a Siemens DECT module turns the minicomputer into an intelligent, cordless DECT terminal, which can be used to control the choice of mobile functions within range of the base station (up to 300 metres outdoors). One of the greatest advantages of data communication via DECT is that transmissions within the DECT network are free of charge because there is no connection to the public transmission network. The new technology is expected to be ready for the market later this year - integrated as a module into the products of different manufacturers. Siemens Computer Systems is the leading European supplier of information technology, and forms part of the Siemens Information and Communication Products Group. The company offers the industry's broadest range of computer systems from a single supplier, ranging from home computers and Net PCs through to notebooks, desktops, workstations, high-end servers and mainframe systems. In addition to its comprehensive range of hardware products, Siemens Computer Systems is focused on delivering platforms for solutions in key business areas including e-commerce, data warehousing and SAP R/3. The Siemens Information and Communication Products Group is a significant part of the DM50 billion turnover Siemens Information and Communications business segment. This new business was formed on the 1st October 1998 in response to the growing requirement for converged IT and communications products, solutions and services. For more press information Please contact: Rebecca Hartley Press Relations Direct Line: 01252 555396 Siemens Computer Systems [email protected] For further information about Siemens Computer Systems, please visit our web site at www.siemens.co.uk/cs |
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