Qualcomm Demonstrates Mobile Broadband, Mobile TV and Mobile Commerce Solutions for Global Consumers at Mobile World Congress 2008

Barcelona, Spain (ots/PRNewswire) -

Qualcomm Incorporated (Nasdaq: QCOM), a leading developer and
innovator of advanced wireless technologies and data solutions, today
announced that during Mobile World Congress 2008 (Booth B53, Hall 8)
in Barcelona, Spain, Feb. 11-14, it will showcase some of the most
advanced personal mobile devices and services that are changing the
way people live and work. The demonstrations will include broadcast
technologies such as Universal Broadcast Modem (UBM), Multimedia
Broadcast Multicast Services (MBMS), Gobi(TM) global mobile Internet
and GPS solutions, HSPA roadmap, mobile consumer wallet solutions,
direct-to-consumer offerings for brands and affinities, and live
demonstrations of the MediaFLO(TM) mobile broadcast platform. This
year also marks the tenth anniversary of Qualcomm's operational
presence in Europe, which began with the 1998 opening of its office
in Sophia Antipolis, France and has grown to include 15 offices
spanning more than a dozen countries across the region.

"Qualcomm is committed to serving the diverse needs of its
European partners, and this is reflected in both our expanded
presence and in our groundbreaking products based on the UMTS/HSPA
and LTE roadmaps," said Jeff Jacobs, chief marketing officer for
Qualcomm. "Around the world, Qualcomm is proving that there is more
to wireless, and we are helping to redefine the way people interact
with their world by creating solutions that are more personal,
affordable and accessible to people everywhere. We are proud to be
showcasing some of Qualcomm's newest innovations at Mobile World
Congress 2008."

During Mobile World Congress 2008, Qualcomm and its partners will
be conducting a number of live demonstrations, including:

-- MediaFLO Technologies' 8 MHz mobile broadcast platform, featuring 30
channels comprised of a mix of international TV programming; radio; IP
datacasting applications for sports, news and weather; Clipcasting(TM)
media and interactive services
-- Two handset prototypes that highlight the multi-mode capabilities of
Qualcomm's Universal Broadcast Modem(TM) (UBM(TM)) solution by
streaming content over FLO(TM) and DVB-H networks
-- A test handset with dual-mic technology that demonstrates Qualcomm's
Fluence(TM) noise cancellation solution
-- The Gobi global mobile Internet demonstration and a display showcasing
designs from leading notebook manufacturers, including HP, Lenovo and
Panasonic Computer Solutions Company
-- Qualcomm's open software strategy with test equipment running the
Android platform, as well as handsets running a future version of
Windows Mobile
-- Qualcomm's integrated gpsOne(R) solution on commercially available
handsets with navigation, mapping and gpsOneXTRA Assistance(TM)
technology applications
-- HSPA Evolved (HSPA+) demonstration showcasing the multi-carrier HSPA
feature, which doubles data rates throughout the cell
-- Optimized OFDMA technology demonstration of concurrent high-speed
data, VoIP and multimedia services
-- Mobile consumer wallet solutions demonstration
-- BrandXtend(TM) off-portal content discovery and distribution
demonstration
-- Best-in-class gaming demonstrations
-- mirasol(TM) Display technology demonstrated on the newly announced
design from Hisense -- the C108 Handset -- as well as on Audiovox's
commercially available Acoustic Research Bluetooth Stereo Headset and
Korea Telecom's SHOW Monitoring Device. Additional proof of concept
color and bichrome statics also will be available
-- High-quality VoIP over HSPA, which can triple voice capacity over
Release 99 while maintaining equal or better quality, being
demonstrated in Huawei's booth (Booth A115, Hall 8)
-- The HSPA Experience Zone, located in Booth C37, Hall 2, will
demonstrate strong ecosystem support through HSPA applications and
devices

Qualcomm executives also will discuss wireless industry trends
during the following speakerships:

-- Steve Mollenkopf, senior vice president of Qualcomm CDMA Technologies,
will speak at the HSPA Evolution Seminar on Monday, Feb. 11, from
11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. in Hall 5, Level 3, Office 6
-- Dr. Paul E. Jacobs, CEO of Qualcomm, will speak at the keynote session
on Ubiquitous Networks on Tuesday, Feb. 12, from 2:15-3:45 p.m. in
Hall 5, Level 3, Room 7
-- Greg Raleigh, vice president of Qualcomm CDMA Technologies, will speak
at the Wireless Broadband Solutions session on Wednesday, Feb. 13,
from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. in Hall 2, Office A

Qualcomm Incorporated (www.qualcomm.com) is a leader in
developing and delivering innovative digital wireless communications
products and services based on CDMA and other advanced technologies.
Headquartered in San Diego, Calif., Qualcomm is included in the S&P
500 Index and is a 2007 FORTUNE 500(R) company traded on The Nasdaq
Stock Market(R) under the ticker symbol QCOM.

Qualcomm and gpsOne are registered trademarks of Qualcomm
Incorporated. BrandXtend, Clipcasting, FLO, Fluence, Gobi, gpsOneXTRA
Assistance, MediaFLO, Universal Broadcast Modem, UBM are trademarks
of Qualcomm Incorporated. mirasol is a trademark of Qualcomm MEMS
Technologies, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their
respective owners.

Qualcomm Contacts:
Richard Tinkler, Qualcomm Europe
Phone: +44-208-466-0874
Email: rtinkler@qualcomm.com

Web site: http://www.qualcomm.com

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