Mobile devices such as cell phones, smartphones, GPSs, tablets, laptops, PDAs and wireless debit or credit card terminals utilize a wide range of mobile technologies to enable a transparent connection and operation to the end user. From the short-range Bluetooth technology to the high-speed 3G technology operating over global cellular networks, mobile technologies have brought the world closer together by enabling a portable lifestyle.

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi, or Wireless Fidelity, is a radio-wave, wireless network technology called 802.11 that creates secure, reliable and high-speed connections between fixed and mobile devices within a local area. With Wi-Fi, you can also connect to the Internet within your home or work and at public hotspots. You can find Wi-Fi hotspots at airports, hotels, cafes, libraries and other public locations. Some mobile phone carriers offer roaming Wi-Fi capabilities. The WiFi Alliance certifies Wi-Fi products with a Wi-Fi logo.

Bluetooh

Bluetooth is a radio-wave, wireless technology that connects small devices such as mobile phones, mice, keyboards, headphones and media players within a small confined area. Bluetooth has also been deployed in home security devices, sports and fitness equipment and medical devices. Bluetooth is maintained by a special interest group called Bluetooth SIG made up of an international community of developers and manufacturers.

3G

3G, or third generation, is a type of mobile commerce (M-commerce) technology that supports voice and data transmission at very high speeds for digital phones. With 3G, you can make and receive video calls from other 3G consumers; capture and transmit digital photos on your 3G phones; run GPS or other location-based applications to locate places of interest and detect your geophysical location, as well as download video and other digital media to play on your 3G phones.

Private Mobile Networks

Private Mobile Networks, or PMN, enables the access of voice services on mobile devices over a private GSM (Global System of Mobile Communications) network. GSM is an open, digital, cellular technology to transmit mobile voice and data services at a maximum speed of 9.6 kbits per second. GSM operates in various frequencies in various parts of the world. PMB allows organizations to use mobile phones at an optimized business call rate in temporary locations such as construction sites and brief outdoor events.