Aug/090
Wireless Matrix Intros the Communicator 1000
The cheapest way to get online using your mobile phone (or PDA, laptop or any other mobile device) is without a doubt going out and hunting for unprotected Wi-Fi hotspots. You know, those places that offer free wireless connectivity because someone forgot to password protect his or her shared wireless connection. Well, Wireless Matrix has just released its integrated 3G cellular, GPS and wireless LAN platform, the Communicator 1000, especially designed for the need of mobile connectivity.
Say you own a mobile company and usually send your field operators all around town in order to take care of customer requests. They will definitely require “on the spot” connectivity in order to get the necessary information so as to solve the problem. Well, if they have the Communicator 1000 installed on their vehicle, that will surely not be a problem.
“The Communicator 1000 is a powerful platform for fleet operators seeking the highest value from their vehicles and technicians,” said J. Richard Carlson, president and CEO of Wireless Matrix. “The added ability to refresh the Communicator 1000 with emerging technologies makes it the superior choice for companies that want a future-proof solution for managing their service chain.”
The C1000 is field upgradeable and expandable and its firmware updates itself automatically. It comes with a lot of extra modules, Wireless Matrix’s FleetOutlook for real-time vehicle management and the TechConnect two-way messaging and navigation module. The Communicator 1000 supports communications between 802.11G and 4G technologies such as LTE and WiMAX and it is certified for Verizon Wireless EvDO Rev-A and AT&T’s HSUPA networks.
The super sensitive 50-channel GPS receiver offers accurate vehicle tracking and positioning. It is definitely a great device for technicians. No pricing has been released, though it is no surprise if we are to take into account the fact that the C1000 is not exactly aimed at the usual consumer.