SAN DIEGO, CA -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 07/09/08 -- Franklin Wireless Corp. (OTCBB: FKWL), adeveloper and marketer of wireless broadband communications devices andapplications, announced that Cellular South has technically approved theCDU-680 USB broadband modem, Franklin Wireless' best-selling USB modem,which operates on ultra-fast CDMA 1xEV-DO Rev. A networks.Cellular South's approval of the CDU-680 is the first step toward theoperator's commercial introduction of the modem on its wireless network.The compact CDU-680 USB modem is the first EV-DO Rev. A USB modem toincorporate flash memory and a unique swiveling USB connector. It providesa flexible way for users to connect to the EV-DO Rev. A network, offeringcompatibility with laptop, tablet PC or desktop USB ports and the abilityto operate with Windows, Macintosh and Linux operating systems.
"At Cellular South, providing access to an all-wireless lifestyle forconsumers is one of our main goals," said Jim Richmond, director ofcorporate communications, Cellular South. "Convenient, easy-to-use deviceslike the CDU-680 USB modem allow us to continuously improve service for ourcustomers and give them new lifestyle options."
One differentiating feature of the CDU-680 product is the onboard flashmemory, which eliminates the need for a CD or DVD drive to install thefactory pre-stored Connection Manager software for PC, Mac and Linuxcomputers. The modem also provides enough space to store downloaded musicfiles, documents and an Installation Guide. Another unique feature, theswiveling USB connector, allows the modem to be raised vertically or foldedaway when not in use.
"With the CDU-680 USB modem, Franklin Wireless continues to push theenvelope with high-end features and capabilities for wireless broadband USBmodems," said Mr. O.C. Kim, president of Franklin Wireless. "We are pleasedthat Cellular South has granted the CDU-680 modem technical approval. Theproduct's multi-platform connectivity solution gives end users the freedomto connect anywhere, anytime."
About Franklin Wireless
Franklin Wireless Corp. (OTCBB: FKWL) designs and markets wirelessbroadband high speed data communication products such as 3rd generation("3G") and 4th generation ("4G") wireless broadband modules and modems toend users and wireless companies in North and South American countries. Itmarkets its products through original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) anddistributors, as well as directly to operators and end users in North andSouth America. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in SanDiego, California. For more information about Franklin Wireless, pleasevisit www.franklin-wireless.com.
About Cellular South
Cellular South is a privately-owned diversified mobile communicationscompany passionately committed to helping customers get the most out oftheir wireless devices and services. The company accomplishes this goal byproviding the most reliable and advanced nationwide wireless voice and datanetwork, offering a full range of industry-leading unlimited flat rateplans, and through the world's first integrated, interactive online andin-store experience that gives customers easy, simple and convenientsolutions to all of their wireless lifestyle needs. For more information,visit www.cellularsouth.com.
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