option.com

About OPTION

Headquartered in Belgium, Option specializes in wireless IoT solutions enabling Machine to Machine (M2M) communication.
With more than 25 years of experience and many industry firsts, the Company is ideally positioned to offer efficient, reliable and secure IoT solutions across a variety of industries and applications.
Option partners with system integrators, value added resellers, application platform providers, value added distributors and network operators to bring tailor-made solutions to customers around the world.

Option Engineering Services

Option backs its advanced CloudGate IoT solution platform with an extensive engineering consultancy capable of helping you succeed. Our talent and experience have proven extremely effective in helping companies effectively and efficiently develop products.

We work with organizations which seek to leverage our years of specialized wireless communications experience to speed time-to-market, reduce risk and proactively avoid product design and development pitfalls.

Option’s Engineering Services and our in-house and state-of-the-art OptionLab, are here to help you recognize and capitalize on market opportunities. From early stage product feasibility assessments, to final product manufacturing, our Engineering Services can support your full range of needs.

For more information, consult www.engineering.option.com

+ Option in the community

Option supports socio-economic projects both in and outside the company walls. Candidates for support are carefully selected following thorough evaluation of both the ambitions and the technological and innovative qualities of the project.

+ Business Ethics

Option® is mindful of its responsibility to behave in an ethical manner in the course of pursuing its business goals, and the company, including all its subsidiaries, affiliates and/or consolidated holdings, is committed to the following practices:

Investment
We will not invest in any of the following areas:

  • marketing, development or production of nuclear, chemical or biological weapons
  • marketing, development or production of weapons of war or other armaments
  • marketing, development or production of products involving animal fur or animal testing
  • production of strategic parts of weapon systems of any kind
  • marketing, development or production of pornography or products from the sex, hard drugs or tobacco industry

Employment
We will not engage in any of the following activities:

  • use of children under the legal age for employment
  • use of forced, bonded or compulsory labour

Discrimination
We will not discriminate against our employees in any of the following areas:

  • on the grounds of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, political opinion, age or nationality
  • on the grounds of pregnancy or maternity leave

Purchasing
We will put into place checks, controls and procedures to ensure all our suppliers and sub-contractors:

  • have ethical standards that do not compromise any of the above
  • have checks, controls and procedures that ensure their suppliers or sub-contractors do not compromise any of the above

Prevention of Corruption
We will include in our distribution and supply agreements anti-bribery standard clauses. Our employment policies outline measures that can and will be taken in order to prevent corruption. Option®, as a public company and a member of the ETHIBEL Sustainability index, respects the Corporate Governance rules.

+ Environmental responsibility

Throughout its operations, defined as “the sourcing, manufacture and supply of wireless communication products and solutions”, Option® recognizes its environmental responsibilities to its staff, shareholders, customers and the general public. To this end we are committed to a continual improvement in the operating environment of our facilities. We maintain and document an Environmental Management System conforming to: ISO 14001: 1996, and take into account all relevant regulatory and legislative requirements, including those of customers and the local operating environment. Our environmental policy includes the following core principles:
  • communication of our policies both internally and externally
  • commitment to continual improvement in environmental performance
  • taking account of the input of staff, customers, shareholders, government, local authorities, interested third parties and the general public
  • awareness and training on environmental issues so as to create a better environment for all through the reduction, recycling and reuse of waste, optimum usage of resources and elimination of polluting releases into the environment
  • compliance with all applicable regulations and legislation
  • prevention of pollution
  • manufacture in a safe environment of products supplied to customer specifications and requirements
Our management is committed to providing the resources necessary to ensure that the company’s environmental objectives and targets are achieved. Option has done substantial efforts to align customer requests for customization while lowering its ecological footprint. This resulted in our offering of environmentally friendly and highly customizable packaging. If you want to read more on our packaging, click here.

+ Financial calendar

 Financial Calendar 

  Financial Calendar
  Crescent intends to release its financial information in 2022 on the following dates:

Full Year 2021 results and annual report 2021:

Friday April 29, 2022- before market trading

Half year 2022  results & Interim  Financial report:

Friday September 23, 2022  - before market trading

Annual Shareholders Meeting: Tuesday May 31, 2022 - 10h00 CET - Gaston Geenslaan 14, Leuven (Belgium).

  Financiële Agenda
  Crescent heeft de intentie om haar financiële informatie in 2022 op volgende data te publiceren:

Jaarresultaten 2021 en jaarverslag 2021:

vrijdag 29 April, 2022 – voor beurstijd

Half jaar 2022 resultaten en halfjaarlijks financieel verslag:

vrijdag 23 september, 2022  - voor beurstijd

Algemene aandeelhoudersvergadering: dinsdag 31 mei, 2022 - 10u00 CET - Gaston Geenslaan 14, Leuven (België).

 

 

 

+ Financial results

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Financial News 2003 / Financieel Nieuws 2003

 

Financial News 2002 / Financieel Nieuws 2002

+ Statutory accounts

+ Prospectus

GELIJKWAARDIGE INFORMATIEVERSTREKKING

IN HET KADER VAN DE TOELATING TOT VERHANDELING

VAN 1.071.255.834 BIJKOMENDE AANDELEN

(artikel 18, § 2, d) van de Prospectuswet van 16 juni 2006)  

Op grond van artikel 18, §  2, d) van de Wet van 26 juni 2006 op de openbare aanbieding van beleggings­in­stru­menten en de toelating tot de verhandeling op een gereglementeerde markt, wordt de onderstaande gelijkwaardige informatie ter beschikking gesteld :

  1. Verslag van de raad van bestuur aangaande de inbrengen in natura (artikel 602, lid 1 W.Venn.)
  2. Verslag van de commissaris aangaande de inbrengen in natura (artikel 602, lid 1 W.Venn.)
  3. Verslag van de raad van bestuur overeenkomstig artikel 582 van het Wetboek van vennootschappenwaarbij een omstandige verantwoording wordt gegeven van de uitgifteprijs en de financiële gevolgen van de kapitaalverhoging door uitgifte van aandelen beneden de fractiewaarde van de bestaande aandelen.
  4. Verslag van de commissaris van de vennootschap overeenkomstig artikel 582 van het Wetboek van Vennootschappen waarin deze verklaart dat de in het verslag van de raad van bestuur opgenomen financiële en boekhoudkundige gegevens getrouw zijn en voldoende om de algemene vergadering voor te lichten.
  5. Bijkomend bijzonder verslag van de raad van bestuur overeenkomstig artikel 633 van het Wetboek van Vennootschappen.
  6. Fairness opinies inzake waardering Crescent NV (voorheen Option NV) en Crescent Ventures NV (voorheen Crescent NV)
  7. Notulen van de buitengewone algemene vergadering van 22 mei 2018
  8. Gecoördineerde statuten van de Vennootschap per 22 mei 2018
  9. Corporate governance charter van de Vennootschap
  10. Geconsolideerd Jaarverslag en jaarrekening 2014
  11. Geconsolideerd Jaarverslag en jaarrekening 2015
  12. Geconsolideerd Jaarverslag en jaarrekening 2016
  13. Geconsolideerd Jaarverslag en jaarrekening 2017
  14. Geconsolideerd Jaarverslag en jaarrekening 2018
  15. Geconsolideerd Halfjaarrapport 2018
  16. Gecorrigeerde geconsolideerde Tabellen juni 2018
  17. Gepubliceerde jaarrekeningen van 2018, 2017 en 2016 van de ingebrachte beschreven vennootschappen:
  18. Persberichten sedert 1 januari 2015, incl. trading update Q1 2019 van 20 mei 2019

 

 

 

GELIJKWAARDIGE INFORMATIEVERSTREKKING

IN HET KADER VAN DE TOELATING TOT VERHANDELING

VAN 116.464.000  BIJKOMENDE AANDELEN - 27 juni 2017

(artikel 18, § 2, d) van de Prospectuswet van 16 juni 2006)

 

Bijlage A - Bijzonder verslag van de raad van bestuur overeenkomstig artikel 602 van het wetboek van vennootschappen

Bijlage B - Verslag van de commissaris overeenkomstig artikel 602 van het wetboek van vennootschappen

Bijlage B2 - Brief Deloitte Correctie Inbreng in natura

Bijlage C - Akte kapitaalverhoging

Bijlage D - Coördinatie statuten Option NV

Bijlage E - Corporate Governance Charter Option NV

Bijlage F - Jaarverslag en jaarrekening 2013

Bijlage G - Jaarverslag en jaarrekening 2014

Bijlage H - Jaarverslag en jaarrekening 2015

Bijlage I -  Jaarverslag en jaarrekening 2016

Bijlage J – Halfjaarcijfers 2016

Bijlage K - Persberichten

 

 

GELIJKWAARDIGE INFORMATIEVERSTREKKING

IN HET KADER VAN DE TOELATING TOT VERHANDELING

VAN 82.677.545 BIJKOMENDE AANDELEN

(artikel 18, § 2, d) van de Prospectuswet van 16 juni 2006)

 

Bijlage A - Bijzonder verslag van de raad van bestuur overeenkomstig artikel 602 van het wetboek van vennootschappen

Bijlage B - Verslag van de commissaris overeenkomstig artikel 602 van het wetboek van vennootschappen

Bijlage C - Akte kapitaalverhoging

Bijlage D - Coördinatie statuten Option NV

Bijlage E - Corporate Governance Charter Option NV

Bijlage F - Jaarverslag en jaarrekening 2013

Bijlage G - Jaarverslag en jaarrekening 2014

Bijlage H - Jaarverslag en jaarrekening 2015

Bijlage I -  Halfjaarcijfers 2016

Bijlage J – Jaarcijfers 2016

Bijlage K - Persberichten

+ Capital structure NL

KAPITAALSTRUCTUUR CRESCENT NV

(1) BASISGEGEVENS
(a) Totaal maatschappelijk kapitaal   EUR 11.995.923,06
(b) Totaal aantal stemrechtverlenende effecten   1.697.689.345
(c) Totaal aantal stemrechten (= de noemer)   1.697.689.345
     
Aandeelhouder (>3%)   %
(A) Eric Van Zele/Van Zele Holding   28,5%
(B) Alychlo/Marc Coucke/Mylecke   11,8%
(C) Jan Callewaert   7,8%
(D) Danlaw   6,1%

Laatste update: november 2021

 

+ Capital structure UK

CAPITAL STRUCTURE CRESCENT NV

(1) BASIC DATA
(a) Total share capital EUR 11,995,923.06 
(b) Total number of voting securities 1,697,689,345
(c) Total number of voting rights (= the denominator) 1,697,689,345
   
Shareholder (>3%) %
(A) Eric Van Zele/Van Zele Holding 28.5%  
(B) Alychlo/Marc Coucke/Mylecke 11.8%
(C) Jan Callewaert 7.8%
(D) Danlaw 6.1%

Last update:  November  2021

 

+ Transparency filing

Transparency filing

In accordance with the requirements of the current legislation on the disclosure of major participations in issuers of which shares are admitted to trading on a ‘regulated market’, are any natural or legal person who, directly or indirectly, acquire or resign shares or other voting granting financial instruments of the company, whether or not they represent capital, compulsory by the law applicable at that time, are obliged to inform both the Company and  the FSMA of the number of financial instruments owned as well as the percentage of existing voting rights whenever the voting rights are attached to these financial instruments reach a first time three percent (3%) and then five percent (5%) or a multiple of five percent (5%), exceed or fall below such percentage. The involved shareholders must comply with the statutory requirements and regulations in this regard.

 

Overeenkomstig de voorschriften van de vigerende wetgeving inzake de`openbaarmaking van belangrijke deelnemingen in emittenten waarvan aandelen zijn toegelaten tot de verhandeling op een gereglementeerde markt', is elke natuurlijke of rechtspersoon die, rechtstreeks of onrechtstreeks, aandelen of andere stemrecht verlenende financiële instrumenten van de vennootschap, die al dan niet het kapitaal vertegenwoordigen, verwerft of afstaat, verplicht in de omstandigheden voorzien door de op dat ogenblik toepasselijke wetgeving, zowel de vennootschap als de FSMA kennis te geven van het aantal financiële instrumenten dat hij bezit, alsook het percentage van de bestaande stemrechten, telkens wanneer de stemrechten verbonden aan deze financiële instrumenten een eerste maal drie procent (3%) en vervolgens vijf procent (5%) of een veelvoud van vijf procent (5%) bereiken, overschrijden of beneden zulk percentage zakken. De betrokken aandeelhouders dienen zich te conformeren naar de wettelijke voorschriften ter zake.

    • Declaration of interest / Kennisgeving 2019

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For information dated afterto May 22 2018 - please refer to www.crescent-ventures.com

Voor informatie gedateerd na 22 mei 2018 - raadpleeg www.crescent-ventures.com

+ Shareholders’ meetings

Shareholders’ meeting 

Ordinary General Meeting - 31 May 2021

 

Extraordinary General Meeting - 31 March 2021

 

Ordinary General Meeting - 29 May 2020

Extraordinary General Meeting - 20 December 2019

 

Ordinary General Meeting - 20 June 2019

Extraordinary General Meeting - 20 June 2019

Ordinary General Meeting - 15 June 2018

Extraordinary General Meeting - 22 May 2018

 

Ordinary General Meeting – 31 May 2018

Extraordinary General Meeting - 2 May 2018

 

Extraordinary General Meeting - 30 June 2017

Ordinary General Meeting – 30 June 2017

 Extraordinary General Meeting - 12 June 2017

PREVIOUS Shareholder's meetings

Ordinary General Meeting – 31 May 2016

  • Extraordinary General Meeting - 8 January 2016
  • Extraordinary & Ordinary General Meeting - 30 April 2012
    • Agenda Extraordinary & Ordinary General Meeting  (UK / NL)

+ By-laws

+ Press releases

LEUVEN, België – 18 februari 2008 - Option (Euronext: OPTI; OTC: OPNVY), de specialist op het vlak van draadloze communicatie, heeft vandaag aangekondigd dat het door Qualcomm werd geselecteerd om totaaloplossingen te leveren op basis van het Gobi™ mobiel internetplatform van Qualcomm Incorporated voor laptops aan OEM’s (Original Equipment Manufacters) wereldwijd.

De multi-mode Gobi-inbouwoplossing is gebaseerd op de MDM1000™-chipset van Qualcomm en omvat bijbehorende software en API, en een referentieontwerp voor een softwarematig configureerbare datamodule die zowel 3G HSPA als EV-DO Rev. A ondersteunt.

Omdat de wereldwijde 3G-standaarden worden ondersteund, kunnen laptopfabrikanten producten met mondiale datacommunicatiemogelijkheden produceren, die een grotere efficiëntie en een vereenvoudigde gebruikerservaring bieden. De Gobi-oplossing omvat ook GPS-functionaliteit.

“Door een ondersteuning voor wereldwijde mobiele standaarden te leveren, verenigen laptops uitgerust met Gobi de meest gebruikte draadloze netwerktechnologieën van mobiele operatoren wereldwijd om universeel mobiel internet te leveren”, verklaarde Mike Concannon, Vice-President Product Management Qualcomm CDMA Technologies.

“Een multi-mode draadloos platform is een aantrekkelijk voorstel voor OEM’s, maar het succesvol integreren van draadloos breedband in een gesofisticeerd elektronisch product blijft een belangrijke technische uitdaging”, zei Jan Callewaert, CEO van Option. Met onze kennis van RF-design, zijn wij veruit het best gekwalificeerd om OEM’s te ondersteunen bij de integratie van de Gobi-module en effectieve antennesystemen te ontwerpen die geschikt zijn voor de producten waar een draadloze module wordt ingebouwd.”

Op basis van de ervaring die werd verworven door te werken met meer dan honderd klanten, operatoren en OEM’s over de hele wereld, zal Option de OEM’s helpen om te voldoen aan certificatievereisten en de modules aanpassen zodat ze beantwoorden aan de specificaties die tussen de OEM’s en hun operatorpartners in de lokale markten werden afgesproken.

“Het Gobi-platform voegt een nieuwe dimensie toe een van onze belangrijkste technologische partnerships en zorgt ervoor dat Option haar expertise en ervaring op het vlak van service en ondersteuning verder kan uitbouwen. Even belangrijk is het feit dat onze dashboard-software, GlobeTrotter Mobility Manager, zal worden gecertifieerd voor het Gobi-platform. Op dit vlak samenwerken met Qualcomm is een logische en evolutieve stap voor Option”, voegde Jan Callewaert er nog aan toe.

De ondersteuning voor het Gobi-platform zal eveneens resulteren in inbouwmodules die Option voor het eerst toegang zullen verlenen tot EV-DO-markten. Gobi-oplossingen van Option zullen beschikbaar zijn in de tweede helft van 2008.

Contactpersoon Investor Relations

JP Ziegler,

CFO

Tel +32 (0)16 317 411,

E-mail: jp.ziegler@option.com

QUALCOMM is a registered trademark of QUALCOMM Incorporated. Gobi and MDM1000 are trademarks of Qualcomm Incorporated. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Option GT Ultra and Option GT Ultra Express Available for Use on AT&T’s 3G BroadbandConnect HSPA Network

SAN ANTONIO, USA – February 14 2008 - AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) announced today two new LaptopConnect cards from Option, the GT Ultra and GT Ultra Express. The new cards deliver enhanced mobile broadband performance across two popular notebook computer formats, PC Card and ExpressCard. Both of these new devices operate seamlessly across AT&T’s 3G BroadbandConnect and EDGE networks.

The GT Ultra features a retractable antenna that is compatible in laptops with PC Card (Type II) slots. The GT Ultra Express is compatible with laptops that have Express Card (34 mm) slots and features a flip-up antenna for optimal broadband performance. It also automatically installs AT&T Communication Manager when first used with notebooks that have Microsoft® Windows Vista®, Windows XP and Windows 2000*. This provides a plug-and-play installation experience for most users and eliminates the need for an installation CD. Both cards are tri-band UMTS/HSPA (850/1900/2100 MHz) and GPRS/EDGE (850/900/1800/1900 MHz) compatible, making it easy to connect in more than 140 countries, including Japan and Korea.

“AT&T and Option launched the first tri-band 3G data card in the world in early 2006,” said Michael Woodward, AT&T vice president, Business Mobility Products. “This tradition of innovation continues with the latest additions from Option to our LaptopConnect portfolio.”

The new Option cards enable laptop owners to quickly and easily send and receive e-mail and access the Internet on AT&T’s 3G High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) BroadbandConnect wireless network. This network provides enhanced 3G performance with typical download speeds between 600 Kbps and 1,400 Kbps and typical upload speeds between 500 Kbps and 800 Kbps. The faster download speeds provide an optimal wireless Internet-browsing experience, and the faster upload speeds will enhance users’ ability to send large files, such as e-mail with attachments, photos or business documents.

AT&T is the first U.S. carrier to deploy enhanced upload speeds through High Speed Uplink Packet Access (HSUPA) in its HSPA network. HSPA is the latest generation of mobile broadband technology based upon the global standard for wireless — GSM. Users who travel outside of a 3G coverage area seamlessly fall back to the EDGE network, the largest national high speed wireless data network in the U.S.

Both the Option GT Ultra and GT Ultra Express are each compatible with Microsoft Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows 2000 and Apple® Mac® OS X (version 10.4.10 or later) notebooks.

Pricing and Availability

Option GT Ultra and GT Ultra Express will be available for $49.99 after a mail-in rebate and a new two-year DataConnect contract of at least $60 a month. For a limited time beginning Feb. 15, both devices will be free after the two-year contract and an additional rebate. The devices will be sold at AT&T retail stores nationwide, online at http://www.wireless.att.com ad through AT&T’s business-to-business sales organizations. To download a free Mac client, visit http://support.option.com/att/. Option’s Mac client — GT Mac Connect — supports Tiger v10.4.10 (and later) and Leopard Operating Systems.

For the complete array of AT&T offerings, please visit www.att.com.

Contact AT&T

Warner Mayttt

Office: +1 404-236-6485, E-mail: wmay@attnews.us

About AT&T

AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) is a premier communications holding company. Its subsidiaries and affiliates, AT&T operating companies, are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. Among their offerings are the world's most advanced IP-based business communications services and the nation's leading wireless, high speed Internet access and voice services. In domestic markets, AT&T is known for the directory publishing and advertising sales leadership of its Yellow Pages and YELLOWPAGES.COM organizations, and the AT&T brand is licensed to innovators in such fields as communications equipment. As part of its three-screen integration strategy, AT&T is expanding its TV entertainment offerings. Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com.

© 2008 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. AT&T, the AT&T logo and all other AT&T marks contained herein are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property and/or AT&T affiliated companies. All other marks contained herein are the property of their respective owners. For more information and detailed disclaimer information, please review this announcement in the AT&T newsroom at http://www.att.com/newsroom.

* Not available in all areas

Option GT Ultra en Option GT Ultra Express klaar voor gebruik

op AT&T’s 3G BroadbandConnect HSPA-netwerk


 

 

SAN ANTONIO (USA) – 14 februari 2008 - AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) heeft vandaag twee nieuwe LaptopConnect-kaarten van Option voorgesteld: de GT Ultra en de GT Ultra Express. Deze nieuwe kaarten bieden een verbeterde connectiviteit voor mobiel breedband, gebruik makend van twee populaire standaarden van uitbreidingskaarten voor laptops, respectievelijk een PC Card en een ExpressCard. Allebei functioneren ze naadloos binnen de 3G BroadbandConnect en EDGE-netwerken van AT&T.

De GT Ultra heeft een inschuifbare antenne en is compatibel met draagbare computers met een PC Card-sleuf (type II). De GT Ultra Express is bestemd voor laptops die een Express Card-poort (34 mm) hebben en heeft een uitklapbare antenne voor een optimale breedbandperformantie. De kaart installeert bij het eerste gebruik ook automatisch AT&T Communication Manager, op laptops die Microsoft® Windows Vista®, Windows XP of Windows 2000* draaien. Daardoor is de installatie voor de meeste gebruikers zeer eenvoudig (plug & play) en is een installatie-cd overbodig. Beide pc-kaarten zijn tri-band UMTS/HSPA (850/1900/2100 MHz) en compatibel met GPRS/EDGE (850/900/1800/1900 MHz), waardoor het gemakkelijk wordt om in meer dan 140 landen - Japan en Korea inbegrepen - online te gaan via AT&T.

“AT&T en Option lanceerden begin 2006 de eerste tri-band 3G-datakaart ter wereld ”, zei Michael Woodword, vice-president Business Mobility Products bij AT&T. “We zetten deze traditie van innovatie verder in onze LaptopConnect-portfolio met deze nieuwe producten van Option.”

De nieuwe kaarten van Option maken het laptopgebruikers mogelijk om snel en eenvoudig e-mail te versturen en te ontvangen en internettoegang te krijgen via AT&T’s 3G High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) BroadbandConnect draadloos netwerk. Dit breedbandnetwerk biedt verbeterde 3G-performantie met de kenmerkende downloadsnelheden die liggen tussen 600 en 1400 Kbps en de gebruikelijke uploadsnelheden die gaan van 500 Kbps tot 800 Kbps. De snellere downloadsnelheid garandeert een optimale, draadloze surfervaring. De snellere upload vergroot de mogelijkheden van de gebruiker om grote bestanden te sturen, zoals e mails met attachments, foto’s of zakelijke documenten.

AT&T is de belangrijkste telecomaanbieder in de Verenigde Staten die verbeterde uploadsnelheden via High Speed Uplink Packet Access (HSUPA) uitrolt in haar HSPA-netwerk. HSPA is de meest recente generatie van mobiele breedbandtechnologie die gebaseerd is op de werelwijde draadloze standaard, GSM. Gebruikers die naar een gebied reizen zonder 3G-dekking kunnen zonder problemen terugvallen op het EDGE-netwerk, het grootste, nationale, draadloze high speed-datanetwerk in de Verenigde Staten.

Zowel de Option GT Ultra als de GT Ultra Express zijn compatibel met Microsoft® Windows Vista®, Windows XP, Windows 2000 of Apple® Mac® OS X (versie 10.4.10 of hoger) laptops.

Prijzen en beschikbaarheid

Option GT Ultra en GT Ultra Express zijn in de VS beschikbaar voor 49.99$ na aftrek van een korting en mits afsluiting van een nieuw tweejarig DataConnect-contract van ten minste 60$ per maand. Tijdens een beperkte periode, die ingaat op 15 februari, zijn de twee apparaten gratis bij afsluiting van een tweejarig contract en dankzij een extra korting. Deze toestellen zijn verkrijgbaar in AT&T-winkels in het hele land, online via http://www.wireless.att.com en via AT&T’s business-to-business verkoopstructuur. Een gratis Mac client kan worden gedownload, surf naar http://support.option.com/att/. De Mac client – GT Mac Connect – van Option ondersteunt de besturingssystemen Tiger v10.4.10 (en latere versies) en Leopard.

Een compleet overzicht van het AT&T-aanbod is beschikbaar op www.att.com.

Contactpersoon AT&T

Warner May

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G101L from ECS, incorporating Option’s GTM 380, wins Mobile Broadband Notebook Competition at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona

BARCELONA, Spain – February 13 2008 - Option (Euronext: OPTI; OTC: OPNVY), the wireless technology company, congratulates Elitegroup Computer Systems (ECS) on its success in the GSM Association’s Mobile Broadband Notebook competition.

ECS’ G101L notebook was named as the Best Pre-Commercial Mobile Broadband Notebook in this year’s GSMA Mobile Broadband Notebook competition. The judges cited its feature-rich package, its compact and light form factor, and its affordable price as matching consumer needs. The notebook incorporates the GTM380 wireless embedded module from Option.

The GTM380, the wireless module built into the notebook, is a PCI Express MiniCard module designed by Option to be compatible with mobile operator infrastructure equipment capable of supporting HSDPA data rates of up to 7.2 Mbps in downlink as well as HSUPA data rates of up to 2 Mbps in uplink. This high performance module is the preferred solution for embedding HSUPA, HSDPA, 3G and EDGE connectivity technology into laptops and PDA devices.

The wireless module’s Type 3 Advanced Receiver Technology (ART) also combines the benefits of Receive Diversity and Receive Equalization to make the most of the module’s HSDPA 7.2 capability while backward compatibility sustains optimum performance when the host device is connecting over a 3.6 or 1.8 Mbps HSDPA, UMTS, EDGE or GPRS network.

The GSMA Mobile Broadband Notebook competition was created after market research conducted by the GSMA and Microsoft revealed a significant untapped mobile computing opportunity in the consumer market (roughly equivalent to potential sales of US$50 billion or 70 million devices). The competition was designed to stimulate the development of wireless notebook PCs for the mass market by encouraging OEMs and ODMs to introduce products with embedded HSPA mobile broadband connectivity to market at an MSRP of less than US$1,000. The high performance ECS G101L notebook delivers mobile connectivity at a consumer-friendly purchase price of less than US $800.

De G101L van ECS, met daarin de Option-module GTM380, wint de Mobile Broadband Notebook Competition op het Mobile World Congress in Barcelona

BARCELONA, Spanje – 13 februari 2008 - Option (Euronext: OPTI; OTC: OPNVY), de specialist op het vlak van draadloze communicatie, feliciteert Elitegroup Computer Systems (ECS) met haar succes in de door de GSM Association georganiseerde competitie voor notebooks met een draadloze breedbandverbinding.

De G101L notebook van ECS werd verkozen tot ‘Best Pre-Commercial Mobile Broadband Notebook’ in de door de GSMA georganiseerde Mobile Broadband Notebook competitie. De jury bestempelde dit toestel als een totaalpakket met veel mogelijkheden, in een compact en licht ontwerp, en dit tegen een betaalbare prijs, waarmee dit toestel sterk inspeelt op de behoeften van de consument. Het is in deze notebook dat de GTM380 draadloze module van Option zit ingebouwd.

De GTM380, de ingebouwde draadloze module, is een PCI Express MiniCard-module die door Option werd ontwikkeld om compatibel te zijn met de infrastructuur van mobiele operatoren die over de capaciteit beschikt om HSPA-datasnelheden tot 7,2 Mbps in de downlink en HSUPA-datasnelheden tot 2 Mbps in de uplink te ondersteunen. Deze performante module is de voorkeuroplossing voor ingebouwde HSUPA, HSDPA, 3G en EDGE-connectiviteittechnologie in laptops en PDA’s.

De Type 3 Advanced Receiver Technology (ART) van deze draadloze module combineert bovendien de voordelen van Receive Diversity en Receive Equalization om zo het beste te halen uit de 7,2 HSDPA-capaciteit van de module, terwijl de backward compatibiliteit optimaal functioneert wanneer de apparatuur verbonden is met een 3,6 of 1,8 Mbps HSDP, UMTS, EDGE of GPRS-netwerk.

De Mobile Broadband Notebook Competition werd opgezet nadat uit een marktonderzoek in opdracht van de GSMA en Microsoft was gebleken dat er een aanzienlijk potentieel voor ‘mobile computing’ op de consumentenmarkt niet werd benut (wat ruwweg overeenkomt met een mogelijk verkoopcijfer van 50 miljard US$ of ongeveer 70 miljoen stuks). In eerste instantie werd deze competitie opgezet om de ontwikkeling van draadloze notebookcomputers voor de consumentenmarkt te stimuleren door OEM’s en ODM’s aan te sporen om producten met ingebouwde HSPA mobiele breedbandconnectiviteit op de markt te brengen tegen een prijs die lager ligt dan 1.000 US$. De sterk presterende ECS G101L notebook biedt mobiele connectiviteit tegen een consumentvriendelijke prijs die lager ligt dan 800 US$.

OPTION ADDS UNLIMITED CONNECTION TO TELENOR’S MOBILE BROADBAND SERVICE

BARCELONA, Spain – February 11 2008 - Option (Euronext: OPTI; OTC: OPNVY), the wireless technology company, today announced that Telenor has incorporated its Unlimited Connection software in Mobilt Bredbånd, the Norwegian operator’s mobile broadband service.

Unlimited Connection is the mobile-IP seamless handover solution from Option that enables laptops to switch automatically and seamlessly between mobile broadband - whether delivered over HSPA, UMTS or EDGE - and WiFi hot-spots or DSL to deliver the highest possible connection speeds to customers.

Telenor is implementing the Unlimited Connection at group level with the intention of making the advanced mobile broadband service in Norway available to affiliates worldwide, with imminent launches in Sweden and Denmark. From the second quarter of 2008, Telenor will also add Option’s iCON 225 USB wireless modem to its Mobilt Bredbånd range of devices.

Telenor launched mobile broadband over 3G UMTS in June 2007 and upgraded to 3.6 Mbps “Turbo 3G” HSDPA in November. With the help of Unlimited Connection, Mobilt Bredbånd now integrates Telenor’s HSPA, DSL and extensive WiFi hot-spot networks to offer an unrivalled user experience.

Authentication across different access technologies is handled automatically by EAP-SIM, eliminating the need for multiple log-ins. Network handovers are seamless and transparent to any applications being used by the customer. Where physical access is available, Unlimited Connection can also connect over DSL.

Unlimited Connection builds on Option’s ‘simplexity’ philosophy: exploiting software to make high technology simple and accessible. For users, clear and intuitive interfaces eliminate network and technological complexity to deliver easy access to information “anytime, anywhere”. Customisable user-interfaces, languages, profiles and service features empower operators to offer differentiated products and services.

Telenor (Oslo Stock Exchange: TEL) is Norway's largest telecommunications company and one of the fastest growing providers of mobile communications services worldwide. With ownership interests in 12 mobile operators across Europe and Asia, the group was serving 129 million mobile subscribers globally at the end of Q3 2007.

BARCELONA, Spain – February 11 2008 - Option (Euronext: OPTI; OTC: OPNVY), the wireless technology company, unveils three new wireless broadband devices at the Mobile World Congress 2008. The high performance yet easy to use HSPA devices continue Option’s long-standing commitment to ‘simplexity’ – making complex technologies simple and accessible to users.

Built around the four key wireless broadband segments of Home, Embedded, Professional and Consumer Solutions, Option’s booth (Stand 2C54 in Hall 2) demonstrates the company’s vision of ‘Anytime, Anywhere Easy Access to Information”.

The iCON 401, is a high performance and lightweight (only 40g) HSPA USB wireless modem, incorporating a micro SD memory card expansion slot. The stylish and innovative design, in which the antenna has been integrated into a cover that rotates to protect the USB interface, has been recognised in Germany’s prestigious iF Product Design Awards 2008. Additionally, by incorporating the antenna in the protective cover, Option has been able to increase the separation between the antenna and the PC to enhance performance and make the most of the Receive Diversity capability that optimises reception in fringe coverage areas. The full press release of this product announcement can be found at www.option.com/mwc.

The GT EXPRESS 401 data card is the world’s first compact ExpressCard-format data card to combine quad-band HSPA (900, 1900, AWS and 2100) with a fully integrated antenna system delivering professional performance in a slim line design. Built to achieve peak HSDPA download speeds of up to 7.2 Mbps with HSUPA uploads at up to 5.76 Mbps - depending on network and device firmware release – the compact ExpressCard format offers the best upload and download speeds available today. The full press release of this product announcement can be found at www.option.com/mwc .

Highlighting Option’s breadth of experience and expertise, the GTM382 is a new generation wireless broadband embedded module capable of achieving uplink data speeds of 5.76Mbps. This easy-to-integrate module allows manufacturers of computers and consumer electronics (OEMs) to add broadband WAN connectivity as well as an optional voice calling capability to consumer electronic devices, laptops and PDAs. Two leading OEMs - Fujitsu Siemens Computers and Samsung - are already developing new products incorporating the device. The full press release of this product announcement can be found at www.option.com/mwc .

All the new devices, iCON 401 – GT EXPRESS 401 – GTM382, incorporate multi-band HSPA and quad-band EDGE/GPRS to deliver global connectivity and benefit from Receive Diversity and Receive Equalisation. Patented ZeroCD™ technology makes Option’s USB modems and data cards truly plug-and-play: drivers, applications and manuals are automatically installed when the device is used for the first time.

The iCON 401, GT EXPRESS 401 and GTM382 are expected to ship in commercial volumes in the third quarter of 2008.

BARCELONA, Spain – February 11 2008 - Option (Euronext: OPTI; OTC: OPNVY), the wireless technology company, today announced the GT EXPRESS 401 data card, the world’s first compact ExpressCard-format data card to combine quad-band HSPA with a fully internal antenna system.

Designed as the ultimate wireless communication solution for European mobile professionals, the GT EXPRESS 401 operates in the core 2100 MHz 3G band and the 900 MHz spectrum that is beginning to migrate from GSM to 3G. Compatibility with both the 1900 MHz and Advanced Wireless Spectrum (AWS) 3G bands makes the device a powerful connectivity tool for professionals traveling to North America.

Designed to achieve peak HSDPA download speeds of up to 7.2 Mbps with HSUPA uploads at up to 5.76 Mbps - depending on network and device firmware release – the compact ExpressCard format offers the best upload and download speeds available today. Backward compatibility ensures GT EXPRESS 401 operates reliably and at the highest possible speed with earlier network standards: when 3G is not available, quad-band EDGE support ensures the best possible 2G connectivity.

The module’s Type 3 Advanced Receiver Technology (ART) also combines the benefits of Receive Diversity and Receive Equalization across all three HSPA bands to make the most of the module’s HSDPA 7.2 capability while backward compatibility sustains optimum performance when the host device is connecting over a 3.6 or 1.8 Mbps HSDPA, UMTS, EDGE or GPRS network.

Building on Option’s proven design values, the diversity antenna of this next-generation ExpressCard has been fully integrated within the device with no moving parts. Combining equalization with the improved dual antennas delivers Type 3 diversity and boosts receiver sensitivity for the best possible end user experience, especially in fringe coverage areas.

GT EXPRESS 401 is a truly unique Plug ’n Play solution: Option’s Zero-CD™ technology immediately and automatically installs drivers, applications and manuals when the card is inserted into a laptop for the first time. The optional GE005 Cardbus-Express Converter allows the GT EXPRESS 401 to be used in laptops equipped with the wider Cardbus interface.

The GT EXPRESS 401 is expected to ship in commercial volumes in the third quarter of 2008.

BARCELONA, Spain – February 11 2008 - Option (Euronext: OPTI; OTC: OPNVY), the wireless technology company, today announced a new generation embedded wireless module. The GTM382’s triple-band HSPA delivers data rates of up to 7.2 Mbps in the downlink and from 2 Mbps up to 5.76 Mbps in the uplink, creating opportunities for manufacturers of laptops and consumer electronics (OEMs) to develop products with faster uplink requirements such as video surveillance and file uploading. With upgradeable firmware, the GTM382 is the fastest embedded module available with its potential for future up-rating to 5.76 Mbps as networks upgrade.

Two leading OEM’s, Fujitsu Siemens Computers and Samsung, are already developing new products, including the full range of Fujitsu Siemens Computer's ESPRIMO Mobile notebooks, incorporating this new multimode PCI Express MiniCard, the GTM382.

The easy-to-integrate module allows OEMs to add broadband WAN connectivity as well as voice calling capability to consumer electronic devices, laptops and PDAs. Its support for HSDPA, HSUPA, UMTS, EDGE, GPRS and GSM, ensures that devices incorporating the module can be offered for sale in markets worldwide.

The multi-mode module is designed for worldwide markets covering 800-850/1900/2100 bands that allows the broadband performance of devices incorporating the GTM382 to be optimised for the spectrum allocations found in certain parts of the Americas and Japan while retaining the ability to roam on 3G networks across Europe, Asia, the Middle East and Africa.

The module’s Type 3 Advanced Receiver Technology (ART) also combines the benefits of Receive Diversity and Receive Equalization across all three HSPA bands to make the most of the module’s HSDPA 7.2 capability while backward compatibility sustains optimum performance when the host device is connecting over a 3.6 or 1.8 Mbps HSDPA, UMTS, EDGE or GPRS network.

Optional circuit switched voice capability over either GSM or UMTS, Assisted- and Standalone GPS and flexible driver design provide OEMs with a versatile platform for creativity and innovation. The module has been rigorously tested for interoperability with all major infrastructure manufacturers and comes with comprehensive certification.

 

The GTM382 embedded module is expected to ship in commercial volumes in the third quarter of 2008.

BARCELONA, Spain – February 11 2008 - Option (Euronext: OPTI; OTC: OPNVY), the wireless technology company, today unveiled the iCON401, an HSPA USB wireless modem incorporating a micro SD memory card expansion slot. The stylish and innovative design combined with the device’s superior performance have already been recognised by Germany’s prestigious iF Product Design Awards 2008.

Designed to meet the increasingly sophisticated connectivity needs for consumer and business customers alike, the iCON 401 delivers high performance in a sleek, attractive design. This winning combination of speed and performance delivers reliable anytime, anywhere connectivity.

Patent pending design innovations in the compact and lightweight (only 40g) iCON 401 include the incorporation of the antenna in the rotating cover that protects the USB interface, and a micro SD expansion slot.

By incorporating the antenna in the protective cover, Option has been able to increase the separation between the antenna and the PC to enhance performance and make the most of the Receive Diversity capability that optimises reception in fringe coverage areas.

The ability to add up to 8 GB of micro SD memory to the iCON 401 will facilitate the sharing of downloaded content with multimedia players and other consumer electronic devices, simplify the exchange of files between different PCs or the transfer of images between digital cameras and PC.

Incorporating triple-band HSPA and quad-band EDGE/GPRS, the iCON 401 is a flexible and easy-to-use data roaming solution that will allow travellers to access e-mail and the internet virtually anywhere in the world. On HSPA networks, the device offers data rates of up to 7.2 Mbps on the downlink, sufficient to download a typical MP3 music file in just five seconds, and 2 Mbps on the uplink.

The combination of superior performance, global connectivity, patented ZeroCD™ true plug-and-play installation and the flexibility offered by the micro SD expansion slot will appeal to small and medium enterprises, mobile professionals, corporate customers, consumers and vertical markets.

Germany’s iF Product Design awards have recognised outstanding achievements in design for more than fifty years. Entries are rigorously assessed against all facets of design best practice, including design quality, workmanship, material selection, innovation, environmental sustainability, functionality, ergonomics, safety, branding and brand value. The 2008 iF awards attracted 2771 entries in 13 categories: the iCON 401 was recognised in the computing category. As an iF Product Design award winner, the iCON 401 is a nominee for a 2008 iF Gold Award that will be presented on the opening day of CeBIT in Hannover on 4 March 2008.

The iCON 401 is expected to ship in commercial volumes in the third quarter of 2008.

BARCELONA, Spain – February 11 2008 - Option (Euronext: OPTI; OTC: OPNVY), the wireless technology company, today announced that the Company’s wireless devices have been selected by VimpelCom as the Russian operator builds its product portfolio of mobile broadband solutions.

The mobile operator recently introduced the iCON 7.2 USB modem, as well as the GT MAX and GT EXPRESS HSDPA wireless data cards for ‘prosumer’ and professional market segments. These backward-compatible quad-band EDGE devices are capable of delivering data rates of up to 274 kbps on existing 2G networks while allowing Russian’s travelling abroad to take full advantage of 3G or HSUPA where available.

Devices, packaging, application software and manuals are being customised to reflect VimpelCom’s Beeline brand and to meet local language needs.

The VimpelCom Group holds GSM and 3G licenses covering a population of about 250 million. The company operates in 78 regions with an aggregate population of 140 million in the rapidly expanding Russian market and has also been granted national licenses in Kazakhstan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Georgia and Armenia.

Founded in 1992, VimpelCom deployed the first dual-band GSM900/1800 network in Russia, pioneered pre-pay services and became the first Russian company to list its shares on the New York Stock Exchange. Trading under the Beeline brand, the Group enjoyed customer growth of 18.9 per cent in the year to 30 September 2007,

ending the period with an active subscriber base totalling 50.7 million including 41.8 million in Russia.

BARCELONA, Spanje – 11 februari 2008 - Option (Euronext: OPTI; OTC: OPNVY), de specialist op het vlak van draadloze communicatie, heeft vandaag bekendgemaakt dat de Russische operator VimpelCom de draadloze toestellen van het bedrijf gekozen heeft om zijn productportfolio van mobiele breedbandoplossingen uitbreiden.

De mobiele operator introduceerde onlangs zowel de iCON 7,2 USB-modem, de GT MAX als de GT EXPRESS HSDPA draadloze datakaarten voor de ‘prosumer’- en professionele marktsegmenten. Deze backward compatibele quad-band EDGE-toestellen kunnen datasnelheden tot 274 kbps leveren op de bestaande 2G- netwerken, en laat Russische reizigers in het buitenland profiteren van 3G of HSUPA waar beschikbaar.

De toestellen, de verpakking, de applicatiesoftware en de handleidingen worden aangepast om binnen het Beeline-merk van Vimpelcom te passen en om te voldoen aan de lokale taalbehoeften.

De VimpelCom Groep heeft GSM- en 3G-licenties die een bevolking van ongeveer 250 miljoen mensen dekken. Het bedrijf is actief in 78 regio’s, biedt 140 miljoen mensen uitstekende verbindingen in de snel uitbreidende Russische markt en kreeg ook nationale licenties in Kazakstan, Oekraïne, Oezbekistan, Tadzjikistan, Georgië en Armenië.

VimpelCom werd opgericht in 1992 en activeerde het eerste dual-band GSM900/1800-netwerk in Rusland, bood als eerste voorafbetaalde diensten aan en werd het eerste Russische bedrijf dat zijn aandelen op de New York Stock Exchange noteerde. De groep, die zaken doet onder het Beeline-merk, kende in 2007 (tot 30 september) een klantengroei van 18,9 % in 2007 en sloot deze periode af met een actieve abonneebasis van 50,7 miljoen, inclusief 41,8 miljoen mensen in Rusland.

BARCELONA, Spanje – 11 februari 2008 – Option (Euronext: OPTI; OTC: OPNVY), de specialist op het vlak van draadloze communicatie, maakte vandaag bekend dat Telenor haar Unlimited Connection software geïntegreerd heeft in Mobilt Bredbånd, de mobiele breedbandservice van de Noorse operator.

Unlimited Connection is de naadloze mobiele-IP-overgangsoplossing van Option die ervoor zorgt dat laptops automatisch en probleemloos schakelen tussen mobiele breedbandnetwerken – hetzij geleverd via HSPA, UMTS of EDGE – en WiFi-hotspots of DSL om de klanten zo de hoogst mogelijke verbindingssnelheden te leveren.

Telenor implementeert de Unlimited Connection in de hele groep met de bedoeling de geavanceerde mobiele breedbanddienst die reeds in Noorwegen geïntroduceerd werd, beschikbaar te maken voor alle filialen wereldwijd. Er staan lanceringen op stapel in Zweden en Denemarken. In het tweede kwartaal van 2008 zal Telenor ook de iCON 225 USB-draadloze modem van Option toevoegen aan haar gamma Mobilt Bredband-toestellen.

Telenor lanceerde in juni 2007 mobiele breedband via 3G UMTS en schakelde in november over op 3,6 Mbps “Turbo 3G” HSDPA. Met de hulp van Unlimited Connection, integreert Mobilt Bredbånd nu HSPA, DSL en de uitgebreide WiFi-hotspotnetwerken van Telenor om een ongeëvenaarde gebruikerservaring aan te kunnen bieden.

De authenticatie langs verschillende toegangstechnologieën gebeurt automatisch door EAP-SIM, waardoor verschillende logins overbodig worden. De netwerkovergangen zijn naadloos en transparant voor elke applicatie die gebruikt wordt door de consument. Als er fysieke toegang beschikbaar is, kan Unlimited Connection ook via DSL verbinding maken.

Unlimited Connection is gebaseerd op de ‘simplexity’-filosofie van Option: software gebruiken om hoogwaardige technologie eenvoudig en toegankelijk te maken. Voor de gebruikers elimineren duidelijke en intuïtieve interfaces de netwerk- en technologische complexiteit om gemakkelijk ‘anytime, anywhere’ toegang te bieden tot informatie. De aanpasbare gebruikersinterfaces, talen, profielen en servicekenmerken stellen de operators in staat om gedifferentieerde producten en diensten aan te bieden.

Telenor (Oslo Stock Exchange: TEL) is het grootste telecommunicatiebedrijf in Noorwegen en een van de snelst groeiende leveranciers van mobiele communicatiediensten wereldwijd. Met eigendomsrechten in 12 mobiele operators in Europa en Azië, telde de groep op het einde van het derde kwartaal in 2007 129 miljoen mobiele abonnees over de hele wereld.

BARCELONA, Spanje – 11 februari 2008 - Option (Euronext: OPTI; OTC: OPNVY), de specialist op het vlak van draadloze communicatie, kondigde drie nieuwe draadloze breedbandtoestellen aan op het Mobile World Congress 2008. De hoogwaardige en gebruiksvriendelijke HSPA-toestellen zetten het lang gevestigde engagement van Option voor 'simplexity' voort – complexe technologie gemakkelijk en toegankelijk maken voor gebruikers.

De stand van Option (Stand 2C54 in Hall 2) is gebouwd rond de vier belangrijkste draadloze breedbandsegmenten: Home, Embedded, Professional en Consumer Solutions en demonstreert de visie van het bedrijf, ‘Altijd en overal gemakkelijk toegang tot informatie'.

 

De iCON 401, een lichtgewicht (slechts 40 g) draadloze HSPA USB-modem met superieure prestaties, integreert een expansiepoort voor een microSD-geheugenkaart. Het elegante en innovatieve design, waarbij de antenne geïntegreerd werd in een cover die draait om de USB-interface te beschermen, werd bekroond door de prestigieuze Duitse iF Product Design Awards 2008. Door de antenne in te bouwen in de beschermende cover, kon Option de scheiding tussen de antenne en de pc verhogen om de prestaties te verbeteren en de Receive Diversity capaciteit te verbeteren die de ontvangst op plaatsen waar het bereik moeilijk wordt optimaliseert. Het volledige persbericht van deze productaankondiging vindt u op www.option.com/mwc.

De GT EXPRESS 401 datacard is ‘s werelds eerste datacard in ExpressCard-formaat die quad-band HSPA (900, 1900, AWS en 2100) handig combineert met een volledig ingebouwd antennesysteem dat professionele prestaties levert in een compact design. Ontworpen om maximale HSDPA-downloadsnelheden van 7,2 Mbps te behalen met HSUPA-uploads tot 5.76 Mbps – afhankelijk van het netwerk en de firmwareversie van het toestel – biedt de compacte ExpressCard de beste upload- en downloadsnelheden die vandaag beschikbaar zijn. Het volledige persbericht van deze productaankondiging vindt u op www.option.com/mwc.

De GTM382, die de brede ervaring en knowhow van Option onderstreept, is een nieuwe generatie draadloze breedbandinbouwmodule, die datasnelheden van 5,76 Mbps op de uplink kan leveren. De gemakkelijk te integreren module stelt de fabrikanten van computers en consumentenelektronica (OEM’s) in staat om een WAN-breedbandverbinding en een voice-functie toe te voegen aan laptops, PDA’s en andere consumentenelektronica. Twee toonaangevende OEM’s – Fujitsu Siemens Computers en Samsung – ontwikkelen reeds nieuwe producten die het toestel integreren. Het volledige persbericht van deze productaankondiging vindt u op www.option.com/mwc.

Alle nieuwe producten, iCON 401- GT EXPRESS 401 - GTM 382, integreren multi-band HSPA en quad-band EDGE/GPRS om een universele verbinding te leveren en te profiteren van de Receive Diversity en Receive Equalisation. De gepatenteerde ZeroCD™-technologie maakt van de USB-modems en datakaarten van Option echte Plug-and-Play-installaties: drivers, applicaties en handleidingen worden automatisch geïnstalleerd wanneer het toestel voor de eerste keer gebruikt wordt.

De iCON 401, GT EXPRESS 401 en GTM382 zullen in het derde kwartaal van 2008 in volume op de markt verkrijgbaar zijn.

LEUVEN, Belgium - February 4, 2008 - Option N.V. (Euronext: OPTI; OTC: OPNVY), the wireless technology company, today announced it will unveil several exciting new mobile devices at the upcoming Mobile World Congress 2008 in Barcelona, Spain, Feb. 11-14.

These state of the art new product releases include:

• A compact, high performance USB wireless modem which has already received a top industry award for its innovative and stylish design

• The world’s first quad-band HSPA ExpressCard, delivering professional performance in a slim line design

• Option’s new generation embedded wireless module providing uplink speeds up to 5.76Mbps, for built-in high-speed connectivity for laptop computers and other consumer electronics

The World’s Smallest HSPA Embedded Module – the GTM501 – will also be demo’d at this event.

Designed to meet the explosive global demand for wireless connectivity, these innovative solutions address the needs of consumer and business users alike.

Showcasing wireless connectivity options for the four primary wireless broadband segments of Home Solutions, Embedded Solutions, Professional Solutions and Consumer Solutions, Option’s booth – Stand 2C54 in Hall 2 – demonstrates the company’s vision of ‘Anywhere, Anytime Easy Access to Information” and its commitment to “simplexity” – making complex technologies simple and accessible for users everywhere.

Bringing together more than 1,300 companies from the operator and vendor communities worldwide, the Mobile World Congress is the mobile industry’s premier event and an important platform for Option to showcase its latest products.

 

Option can be found in Hall 2, Stand 2C54 at the Mobile World Congress 2008 in Barcelona

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+ GlobeSurfer III

11/04/2013 GlobeSurfer III Reference Manual

GlobeSurfer III Reference Manual - revised on 5th March 2012

04/01/2013 GlobeSurfer® III Notifier software 1.0.0.91

This application is the interface between the GlobeSurfer® III device and your personal desktop. It allows you to see incoming messages, phone calls, etc. on your desktop.

04/01/2013 IPSec configuration document V2

This document provides a description of how to configure an IPSec tunnel on
the GlobeSurfer® III.

+ GlobeSurfer X.1

19/03/2013 GlobeSurfer X.1 Firmware 210.124.4.010

This firmware updater cannot be run on a MAC running Safari browser. Please use Firefox or Chrome.
This firmware updater cannot be used for devices purchased through a network operator. Please contact your network operator for further information.

+ GlobeSurfer3+

04/01/2013 GlobeSurfer® III+ Firmware R1N89

Please read 'What is new in firmware R1N89' document for updates in this firmware revision.

Note: The firmware upgrade process can take up to 20 minutes. Interrupting the process might lead to permanent failure of the device. Note: this update cannot be used with devices purchased through a network operator. Please contact your network operator directly for assistance.

04/01/2013 What is new in firmware R1N89

Please read document for new features in this firmware R1N89

04/01/2013 GlobeSurfer® III Notifier software 1.0.0.91

This application is the interface between the GlobeSurfer® III device and your personal desktop. It allows you to see incoming messages, phone calls, etc. on your desktop.

04/01/2013 GlobeSurfer® III+ 1.4 FAQ in PDF format

Frequently Asked Questions

04/01/2013 GlobeSurfer III+ Firmware update procedure 1.0

GlobeSurfer III+ Firmware update procedure

 

04/01/2013 GlobeSurfer® III+ Reference Manual

Revised version to include watchdog and SMS control features.

 

04/01/2013 IPSec configuration document V2

This document provides a description of how to configure an IPSec tunnel on
the GlobeSurfer® III.

04/01/2013 Port Forwarding Configuration V2

This document provides a description of how to configure Port Forwarding rules on the GlobeSurfer® III.

 

04/01/2013 ADSL Failover Configuration V2

This document provides a description of how to configure the ADSL Failover functionality on the GlobeSurfer® III.

 

04/01/2013 Print server and storage server configuration

This document provides a description of how to configure a print server and a file server connected to the USB port of the GlobeSurfer III.

 

+ GlobeTrotter

+ GlobeTrotter 3G

+ GlobeTrotter 3G Quad

+ GlobeTrotter 3G/EDGE

+ GlobeTrotter Combo

+ GlobeTrotter Combo EDGE

+ GlobeTrotter EDGE

+ GlobeTrotter Ex Converter

+ GlobeTrotter Ex Converter 5

+ GlobeTrotter Express 441

25/01/2013 Mac Driver 3.33.0
10/04/2013 GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 (for GlobeTrotter Express 441 & 442)

GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 for Windows 2000, XP and Vista

20/03/2013 GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC OSX Version 3.1.78

Supports up to MAC OSX 10.6

04/01/2013 Driver package 5.0.33.0

Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.

Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for MAC OSX

uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)

 

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for Windows

uCAN® Connect software for Windows XP 32bit (SP3 recommended), Windows Vista 32 & 64bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ GlobeTrotter Express 442

25/01/2013 Mac Driver 3.33.0
10/04/2013 GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 (for GlobeTrotter Express 441 & 442)

GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 for Windows 2000, XP and Vista

20/03/2013 GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC OSX Version 3.1.78

Supports up to MAC OSX 10.6

04/01/2013 Driver package 5.0.33.0

Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.

Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for MAC OSX

uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)

 

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for Windows

uCAN® Connect software for Windows XP 32bit (SP3 recommended), Windows Vista 32 & 64bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ GlobeTrotter Express 7.2 E

11/04/2013 GlobeTrotter Express 7.2 firmware and software updater

The GlobeTrotter Express 7.2 will be updated to:
Firmware 2.5.2
GlobeTrotter Connect for Windows 2.2.0.536
GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC 1.3.0.159

18/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for MAC

For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7

15/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for Windows

For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ GlobeTrotter Express HSUPA E

18/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for MAC

For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7

15/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for Windows

For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

05/03/2013 GlobeTrotter Express HSUPA firmware and software upgrader

The GlobeTrotter Express HSUPA device will be updated to :
    Firmware 2.12.3Hd
    Windows software : GlobeTrotter Connect 3.0.0.866
    MAC software : GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC 1.3.0.164

+ GlobeTrotter Express HSUPA W

18/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for MAC

For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7

15/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for Windows

For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

05/03/2013 GlobeTrotter Express HSUPA firmware and software upgrader

The GlobeTrotter Express HSUPA device will be updated to :
    Firmware 2.12.3Hd
    Windows software : GlobeTrotter Connect 3.0.0.866
    MAC software : GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC 1.3.0.164

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for MAC OSX

uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)

 

+ GlobeTrotter Fusion

+ GlobeTrotter Fusion + 3G/EDGE (EMEA)

+ GlobeTrotter Fusion + HSDPA (EMEA)

+ GlobeTrotter Fusion Quad

+ GlobeTrotter GT MAX 7.2 Ready E

11/04/2013 GlobeTrotter GT Max 7.2 firmware and software updater

GlobeTrotter GT Max 7.2 will be updated to:
Firmware 2.5.11
GlobeTrotter Connect for Windows 2.3.0.630
GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC 1.3.0.164

18/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for MAC

For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7

15/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for Windows

For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ GlobeTrotter GT MAX 7.2 Ready W

11/04/2013 GlobeTrotter GT Max 7.2 firmware and software updater

GlobeTrotter GT Max 7.2 will be updated to:
Firmware 2.5.11
GlobeTrotter Connect for Windows 2.3.0.630
GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC 1.3.0.164

18/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for MAC

For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7

15/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for Windows

For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ GlobeTrotter GT MAX E

+ GlobeTrotter GT MAX HSUPA E

11/04/2013 Firmware and software updater for GlobeTrotter Max HSUPA

The GlobeTrotter GT Max HSUPA device will be updated to :
Firmware 2.12.3Hd
Windows software to GlobeTrotter Connect 3.0.0.866
MAC software to GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC 1.3.0.164

18/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for MAC

For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7

15/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for Windows

For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ GlobeTrotter GT MAX HSUPA W

11/04/2013 Firmware and software updater for GlobeTrotter Max HSUPA

The GlobeTrotter GT Max HSUPA device will be updated to :
Firmware 2.12.3Hd
Windows software to GlobeTrotter Connect 3.0.0.866
MAC software to GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC 1.3.0.164

18/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for MAC

For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7

15/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for Windows

For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ GlobeTrotter HSDPA

+ GlobeTrotter HSDPA 7.2 Ready E

11/04/2013 GlobeTrotter GT Max 7.2 firmware and software updater

GlobeTrotter GT Max 7.2 will be updated to:
Firmware 2.5.11
GlobeTrotter Connect for Windows 2.3.0.630
GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC 1.3.0.164

+ Gobi 1000

+ Gobi 2000

+ GTM378 E

+ GTM378 EL

+ GTM378 JD

+ GTM378 W

+ GTM380 E

05/03/2013 GlobeTrotter Connect for modules

Version 3.0.0.866
Connection software for Windows 2000, XP and Vista

+ GTM382 AWS

26/01/2013 Windows 7 driver 5.1.40.0

Supports Windows 7 only: - NDIS connection mode: Mobile Broadband - GPS mode: legacy + Sensor and Location Platform
No support for Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista

+ GTM382 E

26/01/2013 Windows 7 driver 5.1.40.0

Supports Windows 7 only: - NDIS connection mode: Mobile Broadband - GPS mode: legacy + Sensor and Location Platform
No support for Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista

+ GTM382 W

26/01/2013 Windows 7 driver 5.1.40.0

Supports Windows 7 only: - NDIS connection mode: Mobile Broadband - GPS mode: legacy + Sensor and Location Platform
No support for Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista

+ GTM501

+ GTM601W/GTM609W

16/05/2013 GPS AT command spec
16/05/2013 AT command spec
03/05/2013 Linux driver 1.10.0

Supports Linux kernel versions 2.6.27 to 3.2

26/01/2013 Windows 7 driver 5.1.40.0

Supports Windows 7 only: - NDIS connection mode: Mobile Broadband - GPS mode: legacy + Sensor and Location Platform
No support for Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista

16/01/2013 Windows driver 5.2.5.0

Windows 7 support: - NDIS connection mode : legacy - GPS mode : legacy
Supports Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista and Windows 7

+ GTM661W

16/05/2013 GPS AT command spec
16/05/2013 AT command spec
03/05/2013 Linux driver 1.10.0

Supports Linux kernel versions 2.6.27 to 3.2

26/01/2013 Windows 7 driver 5.1.40.0

Supports Windows 7 only: - NDIS connection mode: Mobile Broadband - GPS mode: legacy + Sensor and Location Platform
No support for Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista

16/01/2013 Windows driver 5.2.5.0

Windows 7 support: - NDIS connection mode : legacy - GPS mode : legacy
Supports Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista and Windows 7

+ GTM671W/GTM679W

16/05/2013 GPS AT command spec
16/05/2013 AT command spec
03/05/2013 Linux driver 1.10.0

Supports Linux kernel versions 2.6.27 to 3.2

26/01/2013 Windows 7 driver 5.1.40.0

Supports Windows 7 only: - NDIS connection mode: Mobile Broadband - GPS mode: legacy + Sensor and Location Platform
No support for Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista

16/01/2013 Windows driver 5.2.5.0

Windows 7 support: - NDIS connection mode : legacy - GPS mode : legacy
Supports Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista and Windows 7

+ GTM681W/GTM689W

03/05/2013 Windows driver 1.0.5.3

Supports Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista and Windows 7

03/05/2013 Linux driver 1.10.0

Supports Linux kernel versions 2.6.27 to 3.2

+ GTM809U

+ iCON 210

+ iCON 225

25/01/2013 Mac Driver 2.18.0
07/06/2013 iCON 225 Superfire firmware upgrader

This upgrader will upgrade the iCON 225 to firmware version 2.5.24
Note: This flasher can only upgrade Option standard iCON 225 devices. 

18/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for MAC

For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7

15/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for Windows

For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ iCON 315

25/01/2013 Mac Driver 3.33.0
04/01/2013 Driver package 5.0.33.0

Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.

Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported

+ iCON 322

11/04/2013 GlobeTrotter Connect 3.0 for Windows

GlobeTrotter Connect 3.0 for Windows 2000, XP and Vista

11/04/2013 GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC

GlobeTrotter Connect for MAX OSX 10.3, 10.4, 10.5

18/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for MAC

For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7

15/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for Windows

For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ iCON 401

25/01/2013 Mac Driver 3.33.0
20/03/2013 iCON 401 firmware upgrader

Firmware upgrader to version 2.12.0
This upgrader is designed for Option standard device only. For devices purchased through a network operator, please contact your operator for assistance.

18/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for MAC

For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7

15/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for Windows

For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

04/01/2013 Driver package 5.0.33.0

Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.

Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported

+ iCON 431

25/01/2013 Mac Driver 3.33.0
20/03/2013 GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC OSX Version 3.1.78

Supports up to MAC OSX 10.6

20/03/2013 iCON 431 firmware and software upgrader

Upgrade firmware to version 2.12.0Hd and software to GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1.0.1086 for Windows and 3.1.19 for MAC OSX
This upgrader is designed for Option standard device only. For devices purchased through a network operator, please contact your operator for assistance.

04/01/2013 Driver package 5.0.33.0

Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.

Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for MAC OSX

uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)

 

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for Windows

uCAN® Connect software for Windows XP 32bit (SP3 recommended), Windows Vista 32 & 64bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ iCON 451

25/01/2013 Mac Driver 3.33.0
20/03/2013 GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC OSX Version 3.1.78

Supports up to MAC OSX 10.6

20/03/2013 iCON 451/452 GlobeTrotter Connect for Windows

Connection software for Windows XP, Vista, and 7 (Legacy mode only)

20/03/2013 iCON 451/452 firmware and software upgrader

Upgrade firmware to version 2.12.0Hd and software to GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1.0.1162 for Windows and 3.1.78 for MAC OSX
This upgrader is designed for Option standard device only. For devices purchased through a network operator, please contact your operator for assistance.

04/01/2013 Driver package 5.0.33.0

Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.

Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for MAC OSX

uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)

 

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for Windows

uCAN® Connect software for Windows XP 32bit (SP3 recommended), Windows Vista 32 & 64bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ iCON 452

25/01/2013 Mac Driver 3.33.0
20/03/2013 GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC OSX Version 3.1.78

Supports up to MAC OSX 10.6

20/03/2013 iCON 451/452 GlobeTrotter Connect for Windows

Connection software for Windows XP, Vista, and 7 (Legacy mode only)

20/03/2013 iCON 451/452 firmware and software upgrader

Upgrade firmware to version 2.12.0Hd and software to GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1.0.1162 for Windows and 3.1.78 for MAC OSX
This upgrader is designed for Option standard device only. For devices purchased through a network operator, please contact your operator for assistance.

04/01/2013 Driver package 5.0.33.0

Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.

Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for MAC OSX

uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)

 

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for Windows

uCAN® Connect software for Windows XP 32bit (SP3 recommended), Windows Vista 32 & 64bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ iCON 461

20/03/2013 iCON 461 GPS control panel for Windows

Enables the user to activate or deactivate the GPS port

20/03/2013 iCON 461 GPS control panel for MAC

Enables the user to activate or deactivate the GPS port

04/01/2013 Driver package 5.0.33.0

Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.

Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for MAC OSX

uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)

 

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for Windows

uCAN® Connect software for Windows XP 32bit (SP3 recommended), Windows Vista 32 & 64bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ iCON 505

25/01/2013 Mac Driver 3.33.0
11/04/2013 GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 (for MAC)

GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 for MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6

11/04/2013 GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 (for Windows)

GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 for Windows 2000, XP and Vista

20/03/2013 iCON 505 firmware and software upgrader

Upgrade frimware to version 3.19.0 (HSDPA category to 14.4 mbps) and software to uCan Connect version 2.2.3.230.

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for MAC OSX

uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)

 

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for Windows

uCAN® Connect software for Windows XP 32bit (SP3 recommended), Windows Vista 32 & 64bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ iCON 505 M

25/01/2013 Mac Driver 3.33.0
11/04/2013 GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 (for MAC)

GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 for MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6

11/04/2013 GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 (for Windows)

GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 for Windows 2000, XP and Vista

04/01/2013 Driver package 5.0.33.0

Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.

Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for MAC OSX

uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)

 

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for Windows

uCAN® Connect software for Windows XP 32bit (SP3 recommended), Windows Vista 32 & 64bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ iCON 711

12/03/2013 How to use the iCON 711 in Linux

The download contains a document on how to use the iCON 711 in Linux.

12/03/2013 iCON 711 Datasheet

+ iCON XY

04/01/2013 Driver installer package 5.1.36.0

This driver installer can only be used in Windows 7 Mobile Broadband mode. After installation, connection of the Option device can be made through Windows Mobile Broadband instead of using Option connection managers.

Important note: This driver CANNOT be installed on any other Microsoft OS than on the Windows 7.
If you already have installed the GlobeTrotter Connect, this driver package CANNOT be installed on top. This will create a driver conflict.

04/01/2013 Driver package 5.0.33.0

Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.

Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for MAC OSX

uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)

 

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for Windows

uCAN® Connect software for Windows XP 32bit (SP3 recommended), Windows Vista 32 & 64bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

19/03/2013 iCON XY datasheet

+ SDK

+ uCAN Connect Premium 3.0

+ VIU2

04/01/2013 How to add your APN to VIU²

How to manually add an APN or disable the PIN code of your SIM card

04/01/2013 VIU² FAQ 1.1 in PDF format

Frequently Asked Questions and answers

04/01/2013 VIU² Quick Start Guide

Quick and easy set up (also details LED status indicators)

04/01/2013 VIU² Datasheet

+ XYFI

+ XYFI Power Extensions

08/07/2013 FAQ on XYFI Power Extensions in PDF format

Frequently Asked Questions and answers

+ Governance statement

Corporate Governance Statement (NL)

Download here

 

 

 

 
 
 

+ Board of directors

The articles of association stipulate that the Board of Directors is composed of a minimum of three and a maximum of nine members, who are appointed by the general shareholders meeting for a maximum period of six years. The Board of Directors has to contain at least three independent directors.

The Board of Directors is currently composed of four members, namely: Eric Van Zele (Chairman of the Board of Directors), Raju Dandu,  Martine Reynaers and Paul Matthijs.

Eric Van Zele

Mr. Eric Van Zele currently serves as Chairman of Reynaers Aluminium and Crescent NV. He was recently appointed chairman of the E17 network of hospitals and of the Hermes decision committee of The Flemish agency for Innovation and entrepreneurship. He continues to serve as a director of Barco NV. Prior to his current mandates Eric served as president and CEO of Barco NV in Kortrijk from 2009 thru 2016. He served as CEO of Pauwels International (from 2004 thru 2008) and of Telindus nv (2000 thru 2003). Prior to that, he served as Vice President of Raychem Corporation in Menlo park, CA, USA and as Managing Director of Raychem nv in Leuven, Belgium. (1972 thru 1999). He was nominated “Manager of the Year in 2012” and “ICT Personality of 2013”. Eric holds a masters degree in electrical and mechanical engineering from the KUL in Leuven (1972) and postgraduate degrees in management from Stanford University (1992 CA, USA).

 

Raju Dandu

Mr. Raju S. Dandu is the Founder-Chairman of Danlaw Inc. USA. He is also the Managing Director of Danlaw Technologies India Ltd. He is responsible for strategic planning and corporate management of both companies. Prior to founding Danlaw Inc., he held positions at the University of Iowa hospitals, Ford Motor Company, Dana Corporation and worked as an independent consultant at General Motors.  He holds a bachelors’ degree in electronics engineering from Kakinada, India, a masters in electronics from University of Iowa and an MBA from University of Detroit.

 

Martine Reynaers

In 1980, Martine started her career as Financial Analyst of Technicon in Paris, a subsidiary of the
American Revlon Group.
In 1982, she was appointed Financial Manager of Wexal International Ltd, an aluminium extrusion
company in Enniscorthy, Ireland.
In 1983, she moved to the Reynaers headquarters in Belgium, where she took up the position of
Financial Manager. From 1986 onwards, Martine has been the Managing Director of Reynaers until
June 2021 when she will retire from this position and take on the role of Chair of the Board.

 

Paul Matthijs

Next to holding several non-executive advisory positions, Paul Matthijs is COO of Vlerick Business School.  Prior to this, Paul Matthijs  was  CEO of Niko until 2019 and held several senior executive positions in R&D, product management and general management in the Medical Imaging and Entertainment division and the Retail and Advertising Venture of Barco. Mr. Matthijs' career at Barco spanned over 30 years.  He holds a Master’s degree in Electronic Engineering and an MBA from the Vlerick Business School.

 

 

 

 

 

 

+ Analyst Coverage

Guy Sips
Equity Analyst
KBC Securities
E-mail: guy.sips@kbcsecurities.be
Address:
Havenlaan 12 SMK 8374, B-1080 Brussels

Gert De Mesure
Analyst
Vlaamse Federatie van Beleggingsclubs en Beleggers
E-mail: gert.de.mesure@skynet.be
Address:
Langestraat 221, B-2240 Zandhoven

 

+ Stock Quotes

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