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Fujitsu Lifebooks build in Orange data cards

Posted on 23 Jan 2007 at 15:35

Fujitsu Siemens Computers has teamed up with Orange to incorporate the latter's data cards into its laptops, enabling users to access mobile broadband services using 3G and next generation networks without requiring an external plug-in.

The computer giant's Lifebook E range of laptops are the first to include the new functionality and are available to buy immediately.

Aside from the built-in aspect, users may also be drawn to the fact that they won't become SIM-locked to the Orange network, proving greater freedom of choice and investment protection.

Orange Business Services, the division of Orange behind the partnership, says that it won't be charging a premium for the innovation.

'Our research indicates that customers, especially those larger companies with more complex device fleets, simply aren't attracted by the prospect of being locked to a single operator for all their mobility needs,' said Neil Laidler, VP of Business Services for Orange UK.

'This agreement will make it as easy as possible for Fujitsu Siemens Computers customers to access Orange's best-of-breed built in data card service - but customers will also be free to choose other mobile operators in the future, without the need to buy new hardware or face the complex task of 'unlocking' existing laptops. This isn't the case with certain alternative offerings from our rival operators.'

As part of the agreement, Fujitsu Siemens Computers' laptops will be benchmarked against Orange's mobile data standards. Supporting information will also be bundled alongside the hardware to ensure users can get to grips with the new technology quickly and easily.

Author: Maggie Holland

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