Mobile Internet and Messaging

Based on the success of SMS as a major revenue generator for mobile operators today, Nokia predicts that person-to-person mobile services will continue to be a major revenue generator in 2006.

SMS has evolved through the years from being text messages to picture messaging. SMS has created a new user behaviour that is instant, easy and fun. Most recently we have seen the introduction of digital image delivery of all types of mobile multimedia content.

In addition, an "instant" culture with new communication styles and needs is emerging. Internet-based instant messaging is going mobile. Mobile users want to able update their own presence status from time-to-time and also find out the status of their friends wherever and whenever.

Multimedia Messaging
Multimedia messaging migration path builds on the well-established SMS paradigm by adding new functionality and new content types in user-friendly steps. Multimedia messaging combines the ease of use of SMS with the enjoyment to instantly express oneself with pictures, audio and video.

Today we have a solution, Nokia Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) Solution, which comprises of a complete end-to-end solution for content access as well as person-to-person mobile messaging, from terminal to email, or email to terminal, or between applications and terminals.

Multimedia Messaging will increase wireless data that is already now doubling every year in most markets. MMS requires high-speed networks for transmitting messages that consist of notably more data than the current messages.

For the consumers, MMS delivers easy-to-use fun and utility. For network operators it offers a future-proof, evolutionary migration path and thus profitable business.

MMS is a standardised service that is expected to become a true mass-market champion. MMS is specified by both 3GPP and WAP Forum. With Nokia as your partner, you can guarantee that the messaging services you offer continue to satisfy the increasing demands, both in terms of quality and capacity. Start translating your success in 2G into 3G success today with Nokia messaging solutions.