Nokia is providing Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) network components to deliver Telstra’s MMS service in Australia and enable its mobile subscribers to make the most out of new multimedia messaging possibilities.

 

The Nokia MMS solution gives mobile subscribers with MMS phones the ability to send and receive text, images, graphics and sound blended into a single rich message. MMS-capable phones can also send multimedia messages via the Internet to any email address or to legacy GSM terminals using an SMS notification. The Nokia MMS solution also allows for easy configuration of the phone, to ensure easier out-of-the-box access.

 

Nokia has among the wireless industry’s most extensive track record in MMS with around 40 customers to date and an ever-growing number of launched systems, making multimedia messaging a reality for today's mobile consumers.

 

“Nokia currently provides the GSM, GPRS and MMS network equipment for the Telstra-owned Hong Kong CSL and we are delighted the longstanding relationship with Telstra is extending into the Australian market, allowing us to work together to develop exciting new value-add services that will expand revenue streams for the industry,” said Richard Kilkelly, Regional Director, Telstra Customer Business Team, Nokia Networks Australia.

 

“Similarly, the cooperation is testament to our continued strong showing in MMS globally and our commitment to the evolution to 3G services,” adds Kilkelly.

 

“The success of the cooperation with Hong Kong CSL is the basis for engaging Nokia to deliver MMS network equipment here in Australia,” explains Rick Wakeham, Telstra Mobile, Managing Director, Products.

 

“Telstra sees MMS as the next generation of SMS and believes MMS is set to become a mass-market service that appeals to a variety of consumer and business audiences,” he adds.

 

Under the agreement Nokia is providing Telstra with its Multimedia Messaging Service Centre (MMSC) and Multimedia Terminal Gateway, completing an MMS solution that ensures the technology is accessible to both MMS and non-MMS enabled users. Nokia will also provide implementation, integration and maintenance services.

 

A leader in the cellular industry in many markets in Asia Pacific, Nokia provides innovative, industry-leading and market relevant technology and products to around 20 diverse markets in the region.

 

Nokia is the world leader in mobile communications. Backed by its experience, innovation, user-friendliness and secure solutions, the company has become the leading supplier of mobile phones and a leading supplier of mobile, fixed broadband and IP networks. By adding mobility to the Internet Nokia creates new opportunities for companies and further enriches the daily lives of people. Nokia is a broadly held company with listings on six major exchanges.

 

Telstra is Australia's leading telecommunications carrier and a world-class fully integrated, full service provider across wireline, ADSL, HFC, satellite and digital wireless networks and platforms.  Telstra has more than 10 million household, business and wholesale customers.  Telstra is Australia's leading ISP, has the most highly accessed family of internet portals and sites and provides entertainment and multimedia content over its broadband network and through its Pay-TV joint venture.

 

Telstra owns and operates one of the most technologically advanced networks, offering end-to-end solutions ranging from broadband, IP, mobile and intelligent network services, to voice and data network hubs, call centres, and advanced multimedia and e-commerce applications.  It has business operations in North America, UK/Europe and the Asia-Pacific region.

 

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