May 05, 2005

Intel, Sprint Work on WiMAX

Sprint and Intel will join forces to develop technology and services for IEEE standards-based 802.16e WiMAX mobile technology, which can provide high-capacity wireless broadband coverage and services throughout metro areas. WiMAX, short for Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access, is described as a standards-based technology enabling the delivery of last mile wireless broadband access as an alternative to cable and DSL.

The agreement between the two companies calls for collaboration on technical specifications, equipment trials and interoperability testing with the goal of examining possible next-generation wide-area broadband devices and services.

"Our relationship with Intel will help validate requirements, drive key ecosystem development needs, formulate network strategies and define the potential for advanced wireless services adoption," said Oliver Valente, Sprint CTO and VP of technology development, in a statement.

Intel, which only began shipping its first chip for the landline version of WiMAX in April, is working with operators like AT&T to provide WiMAX to homes and businesses starting later this year. Intel considers WiMAX , the successor or upgrade to Wi-Fi.

"WiMAX technology has the promise to deliver new broadband services to consumers globally," said Sean Maloney, executive VP and general manager of the Intel Mobility Group, in a statement. "We are excited to work closely with Sprint to bring these new services and new networks to the market."

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