XCome Tests Compatibility of Its OMA IMPS V. 1.3 Solution

Taipei, Taiwan – XCome Technology, a global leading application innovator for mobile carriers and handset manufacturers in the wireless world today announced that it has completed interoperability testing of its OMA-IMPS client version 1.3.

During the TestFest, which was held in Montreal, Canada from December 1st to December 8th, 2006 XCome demonstrated that its OMA-IMPS client is able to interoperate with the servers and clients of a number of industry leading organizations.

“The OMA TestFest offers a neutral venue where vendors can test their product interoperability by working together. XCome is proud to have been able to showcase our technological abilities at the event," said Grace Chen, XCome’s product manager, who led XCome delegation to the TestFest. “It has been an invaluable experience to collaborate with engineers all over the world to help define OMA’s standards as well as solidify our product quality. Given how important interoperability is, with our OMA-IMPS version 1.3 client, we were able to make great strides towards fulfilling the operators’ and manufacturers’ mobile messaging needs for global scale communication. “

Like all products in the XMessenger line, the OMA-IMPS client version 1.3 impresses through its user friendly UI, its flexibility and the ease with which it can be ported to different operating systems and platforms.

It is also technically possible for XCome’s OMA-IMPS solutions to provide interconnectivity with various public IMs. A number of operators will also look for their IMPS networks to connect to public IMs like Windows Live Messenger, ICQ or Yahoo Messenger. As soon as these operators have an agreement with the respective public IM provider, they can take advantage of XCome’s OMA-IMPS solution and connect their networks to the public IMs.


About the XMessenger™ OMA-IMPS Solution
XCome’s OMA-IMPS solution is an essential part of the operators’ own network.
This solution’s client can be easily installed in any handset and is rapidly integrated into mobile operators’ network environment and operations systems. Without being limited by different handset performance levels, this solution offers all the essential IM functions, presence service as well as IM infrastructure supporting features without heavy memory requirements.

About XCome™ Technology Co., Ltd
XCome is the world leader in innovating software applications for telecom operators and handset manufacturers. Dedicated to the latest mobile based technology, XCome has launched a comprehensive and user-friendly series of products to enrich users’ mobile lives. For further information, visit the global official website: www.xcome.com

About OMA IMPS Enabler Release
OMA provides an industry forum for developing market driven, interoperable mobile service enablers. The OMA Instant Messaging and Presence Service (IMPS) Enabler Release provides for the definition of a set of universal specifications for mobile instant messaging and presence services. It is designed for exchanging instant messages and presence information not only between mobile devices but also between mobile and fixed devices.
The OMA continues to facilitate TestFests for its IMPS Enabler as well as 47 other specifications.

About OMA
The Open Mobile Alliance (OMA) delivers open specifications for creating interoperable services that work across countries, operators, fixed and mobile terminals. Driven by users’ needs and the expanding market for data services, the member companies of the Open Mobile Alliance stimulate the adoption of new and enhanced information, communication and entertainment services. The Open Mobile Alliance includes contributors from all key elements of the wireless value chain, and contributes to the timely and efficient introduction of services and applications. See www.openmobilealliance.org for more information.