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Motorola Teams with After School Matters to Support Engineers of Tomorrow

SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – 21 June 2006 – Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) today announced its continuing support of math and science initiatives with a grant from the Motorola Foundation to After School Matters. After School Matters is a non-profit organization that provides Chicago teens enriching out-of-school activities and apprenticeships by partnering with the City of Chicago, Chicago Public Schools, the Chicago Public Library, Chicago Park District, and other Community-Based Organizations throughout the city.

“Science is an important part of preparing Chicago’s teens for the future,” said Maggie Daley, Chair of After School Matters. “With Motorola’s support, we are expanding our programming in exciting new directions and fostering the scientists, engineers, and innovators of tomorrow.”

Motorola’s grant will be used to establish several Robotics Clubs in after school and summer programs for underserved inner-city students. Clubs will range from basic levels providing hands-on robotics training to upper level clubs offering robotics competitions and possible internships at local technology companies, including Motorola.

“Our involvement with After School Matters is a great way for Motorola to revitalize the communities in which we do business,” said Eileen Sweeney, director of the Motorola Foundation. “These opportunities will provide Chicago teens a chance to form relationships with adults and peers in their neighbourhoods while motivating them to pursue careers in math and science.”

After School Matters Executive Director David Sinski explains, “Every young Chicagoan has the potential to become a pioneer in robotics or engineering or even the CEO of their own technology company. By partnering with Motorola, we are helping teens realize those aspirations and gain marketable job skills that have value in Chicago’s growing science and technology industries.”

Motorola also provides support to other technology programs, such as the FIRST Robotics and FIRST Lego Leagues, two organizations that stress teamwork among young people while celebrating math and science.

About Motorola Foundation
For more information on Motorola Corporate and Foundation giving, please visit: www.motorola.com/giving. With over 68,000 employees globally, Motorola seeks to benefit the communities in which it operates around the world. The company achieves this by making strategic grants, forging strong community partnerships, fostering innovation, and engaging stakeholders. The Motorola Foundation has as its funding focus, education, community, and environmental issues.

Source:  Motorola press release

Motorola’s OCAP® Solutions to be Trialled in Select Cox Communications markets

DENVER – 21 June 2006 –Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) today announced that Cox Communications and will begin evaluation of Motorola’s open cable applications platform (OCAP®) middleware solution. The announcement was made at the 2006 SCTE Cable-Tec Expo where Motorola is exhibiting its OCAP solutions at Stand #176.

An initiative of CableLabs, the OCAP specification enables software developers to craft applications that can run on any cable television system in North America, independent of set-top or television receiver hardware or operating system software choices. Motorola’s OCAP solution provides developers with standards-based access to the enhanced functions of the company’s widely-deployed portfolio of digital set-tops,

Using standard OCAP 1.0 and OCAP-DVR specifications, Motorola’s solution further allows operators to tap into the robust networking capabilities of the Motorola Follow Me TV platform. This will enable developers to take advantage of features such as linking set-tops and mobile devices and the sharing of tuners and storage across a home network – right from within their own custom OCAP applications.

“Motorola’s set-top platform is a critical piece of Cox’s OCAP ecosystem and having their set-top platform ready for evaluation and testing will help us ensure a successful rollout.” said John Hildebrand, vice president of video technology engineering for Cox Communications.“

“Motorola is committed to bringing emerging, open standards like OCAP throughout our entire hardware portfolio,” said Nick Chakalos, Motorola senior director, software product management, connected home solutions. “We are proud to deliver our solution to Cox for evaluation as part of as their OCAP strategy.”

Source:  Motorola press release

Motorola Cable MESH Wirelessly Extends the Reach of DOCSIS® Infrastructure, Enabling Providers to Offer City-Wide Broadband Access

Works with MOTOwi4™ wireless broadband solutions to enable MSOs to cost-effectively provide residential and public services

DENVER – 20 June 2006 – Underscoring its leadership and innovation in broadband and mobility, Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) today introduced a new wireless services solution, based on the company’s proven MOTOwi4™ wireless broadband networking platform, that enables cable operators to utilize existing HFC infrastructure to deploy scalable, area-wide Wi-Fi® access throughout large and small municipalities.

The new Motorola Cable MESH can extend an operators’ brand and services beyond the bounds of their wired network, and open up new opportunities to provide out-of-home services for subscribers and municipalities. The solution can efficiently expand the coverage of the hybrid-fibre coax (HFC) broadband network without running new cable, enabling seamless, wireless access to IP services outside of the home.

Motorola’s innovative product design includes the Motorola SB5000, DOCSIS® 2.0-compatible hardened cable modem, constructed to withstand and perform in all outdoor conditions. The modem is coupled with access point technology developed for Motorola’s HotZone Duo product, which enables a choice of either single (2.4GHz, 802.11b/g) or dual (2.4GHz, 802.11b/g and 5.8GHz, 802.11a) radio network configuration to best meet coverage needs. Utilizing two radios enables dedicated user accessibility on one channel by carrying all network backhaul traffic on the other. MSOs can easily mount the solution to a municipality’s streetlights, traffic lights, and other infrastructure.

Motorola today announced that the Apopka, Florida, is the first city to offer its citizens wireless access using a beta system deployment of the HotZone Duo solution.

Together with HotZone Duo, Motorola Cable MESH forms a seamless wireless “mesh” that enables operators to capitalize on the generated synergies to meet strict performance and cost per square mile targets. The architecture enables links between users and the network to automatically self-form and self-heal, providing uninterrupted wireless access and continuous security as users move between access points. This mesh architecture can reduce backhaul, deployment, and operational costs while improving throughput and coverage area.

“With the Cable MESH solution, Motorola is enabling cable operators to quickly extend the reach of their networks outside of the home, without sacrificing the quality, reliability, or security they’ve come to expect from Motorola access network solutions,” said Charles Dougherty, Motorola corporate vice president and general manager, connected home voice and data solutions. “Now, operators can quickly and cost-effectively establish secure Wi-Fi clouds, opening up new revenue opportunities from their existing data network investment.”

The Motorola MOTOwi4 portfolio of wireless broadband solutions and services can create, complement and extend IP networks. Delivering wireless IP coverage to virtually all spaces, MOTOwi4 includes Fixed Broadband, MESH, Broadband over Powerline, and WiMAX solutions for private and public networks.

Source:  Motorola press release

Motorola Extends MediaCipher® Content Security System to Support IP Video

Motorola’s widely deployed digital cable content protection system is seamlessly extended to support IPTV over DOCSIS®-based networks

DENVER – 20 June 2006 – Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) today announced that the widely-deployed Motorola MediaCipher® Content Security System can be extended to protect IP-based video delivered over a DOCSIS®-based network. The Motorola MediaCipher IP Content Security System offers cable service providers a seamless migration path to IP video delivery while maintaining the same level of uncompromised content protection they have come to expect from the Motorola security solutions already deployed in their networks.

The announcement was made at the 2006 Cable-Tec Expo (21-23 June, Colorado Convention Centre, Denver), where Motorola is demonstrating its technology innovations for the “Moto Me” at Stand # 176. Members of the media can also learn more about Motorola at SCTE by visiting www.motorola.com/scte.

As cable customer demand grows for new, broadband connected devices in and around the home, having a secure framework for handling all forms of digital content becomes increasingly important. Motorola MediaCipher IP uses a common infrastructure with Motorola's traditional cable security system, so digital set-tops on a conventional network, IP-set-tops on a “switched” video network, and IP devices on a DOCSIS®-based network can all be managed through a single control platform.

Additionally, Motorola MediaCipher IP technology is compatible with the well-established open software interfaces that are currently deployed in electronic program guides, video-on-demand (VOD) solutions, and interactive applications. This means that service providers can offer a common navigation for both traditional cable programming and newer, IP-based content as the new IP network architecture and services are introduced.

“Motorola is extending its trusted MediaCipher content protection system to the IP-based architecture of the next-generation network. Now, cable service providers can securely deliver digital content to IP devices that connect to their network using the same Motorola rights management system they have relied upon for years,” said John Burke, Motorola corporate vice president and general manager, connected home digital video solutions. “Motorola's investment in MediaCipher IP technology can give operators a flexible path to launch new, bandwidth-efficient services.”

Motorola MediaCipher IP is part of the company’s Broadscape™ portfolio of next-generation network solutions. As the cable network evolves to an environment of open standards and interoperability among technologies from multiple vendors, Motorola Broadscape solutions offer reliable, open, best-in-class Motorola broadband technology at every point along the end-to-end network path.

Motorola Broadscape solutions for IP Video include industry-leading MPEG-4 based high-definition video encoders; IP-based set-tops; an open, switched digital video architecture for hybrid-fibre coaxial (HFC) networks; and a streamlined approach for reducing the complexity and cost of introducing IP video into a cable network by routing video directly from a server to an edge QAM without the need for additional cable modem termination system (CMTS) capacity.

Source:  Motorola press release

Motorola Introduces New MOTOMOBILE Range of Handsets to ‘Connect the Next Billion’

Five Stylish New Models Unite Design, Functionality and Built for Purpose Capability in industry’s most colourful and universal portfolio to date

Singapore – CommunicAsia 2006 – 20 June 2006 – Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) today took a leap forward in furthering its vision to connect the next billion wireless subscribers by introducing its biggest line up of entry level GSM and CDMA handsets to date.

The new MOTOMOBILE portfolio begins with two value-priced clamshell handsets, the Motorola W220 and W375, bringing a new level of slim-line style and functionality to consumers around the world.

Motorola also unveiled the W170, W208 and W210, which incorporate sleek looks and robust features into a remarkably thin candybar form factor. Giving consumers a stylish and reliable way to communicate, the W170 and W210 add CDMA connectivity and the GSM W208 comes in two eye-catching colour schemes.

With this portfolio, Motorola has created a range of handsets with features uniquely adapted to the needs of emerging markets. Responding to a lack of ready access to electricity, the new handsets deliver up to two weeks of stand-by time. Lack of electricity also means a lack of light, so a ‘lantern’ facility has been developed for use at night or in dark environments. For many consumers, radio is the primary source of news and information so all of the new handsets also incorporate an FM radio.

Today’s announcement further demonstrates Motorola’s growing momentum since its selection by the GSM Association (GSMA) over twelve months ago to develop and supply mass market handsets as part of the Emerging Market Handset (EMH) programme.

“Motorola is continuing its commitment to meeting the diverse needs of today's consumers across the globe, offering them choices that best suit the needs of their professional and personal lives," said Steve Lalla, Vice President and General Manager, Mass Market Products, Mobile Devices. "We recognise that consumers have different priorities and interests and we believe that our mobile handsets should reflect this. Our new range of MOTOMOBILE handsets set a new milestone in connecting the next billion by ensuring there is a stylish, value based solution for everyone.”

W220
Motorola’s W220 provides consumers with the tools they need to stay connected. This feature rich handset includes a built-in stereo FM radio, picture messaging, alarm clock and up to 600 entry phone book. The smart W220 also features an innovative external display with colour icons for instant updates on message, battery and phone call status.

The W220 measures in at 46 x 95 x 16.7mm and 93 grams. Its features include large 128 x 128 1.5” vibrant colour screen and expanded battery life that accommodates up to 497 minutes of talk time and 293 hours stand-by.

W375
The W375 combines strikingly svelte design and a splash of colourful self-expression with an integrated VGA camera, speakerphone functionality, mobile USB, FM radio and MP3 ring tones to help users express their individuality. The W375 shares the intuitive external display of the W220 and supports SMS and MMS messaging. The W375 provides a sense of individuality with its palette of three iconic colours: Cannon Grey, Lustrous Silver & Mandarin Orange.

The W375 is 45 x 99 x 18.6mm with 1.5Mb user memory. This tri-band handset features a 128 x 160 TFT screen with up to 450 minutes of talk time and up to 250 hours of stand-by.

W208
Motorola’s colour initiative offering contrasting schemes in new and unique colours continues with the W208, which is available in Fire Red/Black Slate and Silver Sail/ Black Slate. The handset is less than 15mm thick and features a stereo FM radio, alarm clock/stop watch, currency converter/calculator, 200 entry internal phone book, office quality speakerphone, zoom font, 3 pre-loaded games, and 32 channel polyphonic ring tones.

W210
The W210 combines versatility and style with robust features to create a stunning new handset in the CDMA portfolio. With a striking two-tone appearance and colourful wallpaper options, the W210 extends Motorola’s design philosophy across the MOTOMOBILE platform. The handset has a built in stereo FM radio offering real-time access to information and entertainment on the move The W210 also comes with Motorola’s Lantern feature for illumination at night or in dark environments.

W170
The W170 further extends the CDMA portfolio. Measuring a slender 14.6mm thick, the W170 features FM radio, 32 level polyphonic sound, up to 500 phonebook entries, SMS and an office quality speakerphone.

All handsets are expected to be available in the second half of 2006.

Source:  Motorola press release

Motorola’s Cool Colour Collection Paints the Town at CommunicAsia 2006

Motorola's mobile phones undergo a universal design revolution in colour, material and finish

Singapore – CommunicAsia 2006 - 20 June 2006 – Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT), a global leader in wireless communications, today announced its most extensive colour collection to date.

The mobile phone has evolved, and so have its users. Over the past 15 years, it has developed into a product known and owned the world over. A product that is increasingly coveted for its design, look and feel as it is for its functionality. Throughout this period Motorola has been at the forefront of this revolution.

Mobile phones might be ubiquitous, but, as Jim Wicks, Motorola’s Head of Consumer Experience Design (CXD) and Chief Designer, states, “Consumers don't want the same anonymous item owned by everyone else; they want something that’s more personal to them, that reflects what they want from life and the way they feel about themselves.”

“Colour sets the tone for life. It's a powerful emotive driver that draws us in and allows us to express ourselves,” continued Wicks.

Whether it's a sleek, sharp phone in their favourite colour, or a softer, rounder shape in a colour that reflects their personality, they want something personal and individual – something that says human, not machine.

This year, Motorola is honouring its devotion to individuality, originality and innovation with the introduction of an inspirational palette of colours for its handsets. The new palette illustrates Motorola’s design mission to enable self-expression and to humanise technology.

From radical new materials to the latest technologies, every element of the design and engineering of Motorola's latest products - the MOTOPEBL, MOTOSLVR and MOTORAZR V3i - has been considered to create powerful and evocative phones.

Allen Burnes, Corporate Vice President, High Growth Markets, Motorola Mobile Devices, says, “As technology becomes increasingly complex, Motorola's design language has become increasingly simple, definitive, and consistent. It exhibits pure, powerful shapes enhanced by innovative finishes and materials packaged together in a stunning and affordable portfolio.”

There was a time when adding a coat of paint to a handset casing was all that could be done; a time when mobile-phone manufacturers applied product colours ad-hoc, without a clear strategy and without the support of trend forecasting and colour analysis research. This has changed. Motorola's Colour, Material and Finish (CMF) team has grown and expanded. Colour, material and finish are no longer just for decoration – they are an essential ingredient and an intrinsic part of the handset, bringing life and personality to technology that was once impersonal hardware.

Materials and finishes help products become thinner, stronger, more ergonomic, tactile and versatile. “As colour blazes its way into all aspects of our lives, from fashion to furniture, cars to consumer goods, we expect the same experience from our mobile phone.”

The Core Colour Palette
Motorola’s colour palette consists of four colour ranges: Chroma, Classic, Soft and Basics. Motorola’s CMF team selected two of these ranges for the MOTOPEBL, MOTOSLVR and MOTORAZR V3i:

Chroma
The Chroma Range conveys self-expression and energy. These are colours that inspire amusement and fun – a range for devices that have become centres of entertainment and self-realisation.

MOTOPEBL's worn rock shape sits softly in the hand, a sensation enhanced by its soft-feel coat and matte finish. The new, energetic Chroma colour range offers electric, bold, expressive, and light-catching shades that give the handset a jewel-like quality. The MOTOPEBL’s smooth simplicity speaks for itself – and, thanks to the colour range, it now speaks for its owner too.

Classic
The Classic Range delivers quiet sophistication with rich finishes, tailored for consumers who value style and design. Luxurious, timeless colours with a contemporary edge.

MOTOSLVR’s sleek, ultra-thin silhouette is complemented by the latest in metallic finishes, a precision-cut keypad and the quiet sophistication of the Classic colour range. MOTORAZR V3i has a luxurious metal finish that gives it a rich look and feel – an impression that is enhanced by the dark, luxurious colour palette.

COLOURMEMOTO
Over the past few years colour has been completely integrated into Motorola’s design ethos, as part of an ongoing commitment to expressive, personality resonant technology.

“As a leader in mobile design, we recognise that it is the relationship between designers and technologists, and the mutual learning that takes place as the various teams interact, that drives an innovative approach to colour,” adds Burnes. “These dynamic experts are at the heart of Motorola's efforts to bring consumers handsets that have energy and personality - just like their owners.”

Colour is an extension of personality, a natural canvas for the expression of personal taste and style. “This is what Motorola is delivering today: mobiles that are for people, not just for calls.”
New colour additions being announced at CommunicAsia 2006 include:

• Colour V3x – Motorola’s award winning MOTORAZR V3x handset is now available in Hot Pink and Pumpkin incorporating Motorola’s new colour palette into its stunning 3G handset.”

• The new W375 – combines a strikingly svelte design with a splash of colourful self-expression providing a sense of individuality with its palette of three iconic colours: Cannon Grey, Lustrous Silver & Mandarin Orange.

• Motorola’s W208 – Motorola’s colour initiative offering contrasting schemes in new and unique colours continues with the W208, which is available in Fire Red/Black Slate and Silver Sail/ Black Slate.

• P790 Portable Charger – Motorola’s new compact, attractive and wire-free portable power chargers provide a mobile power source for handsets and headsets with low or dead batteries, allowing users to enjoy extra talk times and multimedia and productivity features. The P790 will come in blue, green, orange, pink and purple.

Source:  Motorola press release

Motorola Reach Solutions Launched in Asia Pacific to Connect the Unconnected in Emerging and Mature Markets

SINGAPORE - 20 June 2006 - Motorola Inc. (NYSE:MOT) today launched its portfolio of GSM solutions, Motorola Reach, in Asia Pacific. Designed for rapid and cost-effective deployment of mobile services, Motorola Reach is targeted for network operators in emerging and mature markets.

Motorola Reach leverages the company’s considerable experience in building extensive GSM networks globally. Designed to lower the overall cost of ownership, the portfolio includes a range of GSM base stations for extended cell coverage in rural areas, cellsite solutions for outdoor and remote locations including alternative power; wireless backhaul and media gateway supporting terrestrial and satellite connections.

The Asia Pacific region represents more than half of the world’s population and two thirds of the unconnected people. With over 70 million of Asia Pacific’s mobile subscribers coming from emerging markets, this region presents tremendous growth opportunities for operators in reaching out and serving the next billion subscribers¹.

Motorola Reach is particularly relevant for emerging markets such as India, China, Vietnam, Indonesia and Bangladesh where operators face explosive growth in mobile subscription. Motorola Reach solutions enhance operators’ flexibility to expand in urban and rural areas with specially designed small-footprint GSM base stations, softswitch-based core and media gateway for lower call transport costs, and alternative power sources.

Motorola Reach underlines the company’s commitment to address the diverse needs and desires of service providers, enterprises and consumers in emerging markets and around the world. Simon Leung, regional president, Asia Pacific, Motorola Inc., said: “Operators in emerging and mature markets today demand network solutions that offer maximum flexibility at lower cost and faster time to market. The new Motorola Reach solutions represent a refreshed approach to help our customers meet market dynamics and achieve seamless mobility.”

Operators growing subscriber segments with new voice and data services in emerging and mature markets can deploy Motorola Reach to provide cost effective coverage for initial rollout and incremental capacity expansion.

Motorola Reach’s Radio Access Network (RAN) and Core Network’s compact footprint, scalability and efficient migration paths also offer strategic value to operators in mature markets in Asia Pacific as these operators continue to grapple with decreasing average revenue per user (ARPU) and increasing cost in network operations.

Motorola’s broad mass-market portfolio comprises network solutions, services and mobile devices. Motorola is driving forward with its vision to connect the unconnected through this program and expects to ship more than 20 million emerging market handsets from launch in 2005 through to end of 2006.

Motorola Reach solutions and handsets including C113 and C113a will be showcased during CommunicAsia 2006 at Booth 4B3-01, Hall 4, Singapore Expo.

For more information on Motorola Reach, please visit www.motorola.com/reach

Source:  Motorola press release

Motorola Demonstrates Key Driver of Broadband Wireless Access in Asia Pacific: WiMAX

Operators to experience latest 802.16e wi4 WiMAX solutions at CommunicAsia 2006

SINGAPORE - 20 June 2006 – Having secured the world’s first nationwide WiMAX network deployment in Pakistan and with its full portfolio of wireless broadband solutions available to operators, Motorola, Inc. (NYSE:MOT) strongly reaffirms its commitment to deliver cost-effective broadband wireless access (BWA) across Asia Pacific. At CommunicAsia 2006, Motorola is showcasing the strength and breadth of its MOTOwi4 ^TM wireless broadband portfolio, including the latest addition – its carrier-class wi4 WiMAX solution.

WiMAX is a converged network solution capable of IP services within one architecture model. With WiMAX, as well as other MOTOwi4 solutions, operators are able to deploy next-generation IP networks now that are cost effective and technically advanced for delivering multimedia services.

“The ability to deliver WiMAX at the end-user level as well as the network infrastructure level will determine the true value of WiMAX and its widespread adoption in Asia Pacific,” said Dr. Simon Leung, regional president, Asia Pacific, Motorola Inc. “Our end-to-end architecture for broadband wireless access and our comprehensive MOTOwi4 portfolio will enable operators to do so, and effectively help them to meet the increasing demands for greater bandwidth, simpler networks and ultimately true seamless mobility.”

New analysis from global growth consulting company Frost & Sullivan, WiMAX Growth Opportunities in Asia Pacific¹, reveals that revenue in the WiMAX services market -- covering 12 major Asia Pacific economies -- is forecasted to total US$165.3 million by end-2006, and could reach US$5.4 billion in 2010.

MOTOwi4 is a portfolio of wireless broadband solutions and services that creates, complements and completes IP networks. Delivering coverage to virtually all spaces, MOTOwi4 also includes wi4 fixed broadband, wi4 Mesh, and wi4 Broadband over Powerline, in addition to wi4 WiMAX solutions for private and public networks.

WiMAX solutions demonstrations at CommunicAsia 2006 include:

• Motorola’s new carrier-class wi4 WiMAX network, an 802.16e solution that uses advanced antenna techniques to provide greater coverage range and building penetration, which will perform rich media downloads and video streaming through a laptop. Based on Motorola’s Carrier Access Point architecture, this is an all-IP fully distributed peer-to-peer architecture solution that reduces the amount of equipment needed.
• IP video telephony and rich media downloads over Motorola’s 802.16e-based wi4 WiMAX Ultra Light Access Point and wi4 Canopy solutions.
• MOTOwi4 networks powered by Motorola’s next-generation converged core network - IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS).

A comprehensive portfolio of wi4 WiMAX related professional services, from network planning to design and implementation.

Source:  Motorola press release

Motorola Unveils Hotzone Duo™, Providing High Performing, Cost-Effective, and Scalable Municipal Wireless Access

Apopka, Florida Chooses HotZone Duo for Innovative Design and Rich Feature Set

Schaumburg, Ill., June 19, 2006 – Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) today introduced its HotZone Duo solution, a high performance, cost-effective meshed Wi-Fi network, that provides scalable, area-wide wireless broadband access to large and small municipalities. The HotZone Duo solution is designed to maximize throughput and coverage, and can deliver the connectivity needed by municipalities while, at the same time, meeting aggressive cost and return on investment (ROI) targets.

The solution is part of Motorola’s MOTOwi4™ portfolio of wireless broadband solutions and services that creates, complements and completes IP networks. Delivering IP coverage to virtually all spaces, MOTOwi4 includes Fixed Broadband, Mesh, Broadband over Powerline, and WiMAX solutions for private and public networks. The HotZone Duo solution is expected to be available in the third quarter in North America.

The HotZone Duo solution leverages innovative Motorola design to enable a choice of either single radio (2.4GHz, 802.11b/g) or dual (2.4GHz, 802.11b/g and 5.8GHz, 802.11a) network configuration to best meet coverage needs. Utilizing two radios enables dedicated user accessibility on one channel by carrying all network backhaul traffic on the other. This configuration can increase throughput by up to100 percent, and dramatically reduce packet latency and interference issues. High performance radios deliver 36 dBm EIRP, the maximum legal transmit power, and -100dbm receiver sensitivity to maximize coverage and minimize nodes per square mile.

Apopka is the first city to offer its citizens Wi-Fi access using a beta system deployment of the HotZone Duo solution.

“Offering high speed Wi-Fi access to our citizens, businesses and city agencies in Apopka is a high priority for us in 2006,” said Mr. Richard Anderson, city administrator, Apopka. “As the second largest city in Orange County, we knew we needed a state-of-the-art system to give us the capacity and scalability to serve our community. Motorola’s HotZone Duo solution gives us the performance and flexibility we need, in a form factor smaller than a shoe box – all designed and installed by Motorola, it was win, win, win all the way around.”

The solution also leverages proven technologies to enable a robust self-forming, self-healing wireless network. Motorola’s exclusive MeshConnex™ routing minimizes network overhead, while delivering fast route convergence and low hop latency. While MeshManager™, Motorola’s carrier class Element Management System (EMS) provides configuration, security policies, reporting and Over-the-Air (OTA) software updates.
“Progressive cities like Apopka will deploy HotZone Duo networks to help boost economic development, enhance delivery of government services and provide greater citizen access to broadband services,” said Eduardo Conrado, vice president of marketing and communication, Motorola Networks and Enterprise. “HotZone Duo makes delivering secure and scalable citywide Wi-Fi access easy and cost effective.”

In addition to exceptional radio performance and flexibility, the HotZone Duo solution also features the latest technology and industry standards, including:

• Dual Radios - 2.4GHz, 802.11b/g and 5.8GHz, 802.11a
• NEMA 4 environmental rating in a package that weighs less than 5 pounds
• Over-The-Air configuration support for the final IEEE 802.11s meshing standard
• 802.11e Quality of Service (QoS)
• 802.11i (WPA2, AES-based) Security
• Exclusive AES based Hop-By-Hop™ security for all user, management and routing packets
• Canopy® Connect - Power over Ethernet support for Canopy broadband

The HotZone Duo solution also utilizes MeshPlanner™, a flexible software solution that allows service providers to more efficiently plan, tailor and deploy installations to meet the bandwidth requirements of remote and mobile businesses, public service users and residential subscribers.

Further information about the HotZone Duo solution can be found at: www.motorola.com/mesh

Source:  Motorola press release

Motorola Expands Portfolio of Wireless Network Design Software with Introduction of MeshPlanner™

SCHAUMBURG, Ill – 19 June 2006 – Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) today announced MeshPlanner™, a software solution which enables the efficient and cost-effective design of outdoor wireless mesh networks. The software, a component of Motorola’s MOTOwi4™ portfolio of wireless broadband solutions and services, helps to reduce labour and planning costs and enables quicker implementation of a high performance mesh network.

Optimised for planning networks with Motorola’s new HotZone Duo™ Solution for Municipal Wi-Fi, MeshPlanner software provides an easy, yet comprehensive and repeatable approach for designing and verifying mesh network installations. Unlike traditional site survey-based design methods which require costly and time consuming on-site work, designers can use MeshPlanner to plan the mesh network on their PC, then validate the network’s performance with site surveys using Motorola InFielder^® software.

“Combining our planning software with the HotZone Duo hardware and management offering provides customers with a complete solution for creating secure, reliable and scalable citywide Wi-Fi access,” said Jim Welch, general manager of Motorola’s RF Design and Management Software division. “The solution combined with Motorola’s extensive wireless expertise will provide customers with a unique advantage in designing and deploying mesh networks.”

A key factor in mesh network design is the impact the environment has on network performance. MeshPlanner addresses this issue by creating and utilizing an RF-intelligent map, which combines a basic map of the area, a list of possible mounting points for hardware, terrain data, and clutter information such as the location of buildings and foliage. During the network planning stage, MeshPlanner predicts the effect that the terrain, buildings and foliage have on radio signal propagation and the resulting network performance.
Other critical factors to a successful design include signal coverage and overall network capacity. After placing equipment in MeshPlanner’s RF-intelligent map and designating which access points (APs) will have a direct backhaul connection, the designer can run simulations to analyse and visualize signal coverage and capacity. MeshPlanner indicates whether any user-specified performance requirements have not been achieved by the current design, and provides controls for adjusting AP settings and locations to meet signal coverage and capacity targets. Later, as the network is deployed, the installer can verify the network is operating as planned by collecting signal measurements with InFielder. If the requirements for the network change over time, the designer can easily modify the existing design and test the changes.

MeshPlanner is expected to be available in the third quarter of 2006.

Source:  Motorola press release