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This step is in line with Wi-tribe's commitment to provide the most convenient and simple internet access to emerging markets.
"We promise our customers innovation and fun, and taking this step to design our own CPE to match the standards that they expect, and at a rate which is affordable to everyone, is clear proof of our commitment,"
stated Wi-tribe Group CEO, Sami Hinedi.
The CPE is the device that connects the customer to Wi-tribe's internet service. The fully branded CPE, developed under the Wi-tribe's brand, will use the latest WiMAX technologies and would allow Wi-tribe to produce personalized CPEs at a lower cost which means addressing a wider segment of the market in the communities they serve.
"Although standards are still not finalized, WiMAX is emerging as a competitive option to alternatives such as cable or DSL for delivery of broadband services. To be competitive, the total cost per customer must be comparable to these alternatives. That is why wi-tribe has come together to examine all aspects of the technology for these CPEs and the role of all players in the supply chain for their production," explained Hinedi.
"The Wi-tribe CPE will deploy the latest WiMAX technology chipsets and will use an optimized antenna design to provide better service for our customers," continued Hinedi.
Wi-tribe recently launched its second operation in Pakistan, Wi-tribe's largest market to date, in four major regions simultaneously and plans to further expand to other areas. Wi-tribe also has a thriving operation in Jordan and plans to launch in the Philippines in 2010. The newly launched CPEs will be made available preliminarily to customers in Pakistan later this year.
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