Leuven - Belgium, June 9 2005 - Option N.V. (Euronext: OPTI, OPIN.BR), the wireless technology company today announced that, with a view to increasing the liquidity of the Option shares and their visibility to the US investors, it has decided to implement a Level I American Depositary Receipts ("ADR") Program. An F-6 registration statement is being filed with The Securities and Exchange Commission and it is expected that the program will be declared effective in the coming weeks.
This Level I ADR Program has the following characteristics:
• ADRs are U.S. securities issued by a depositary bank representing shares of a non-US company. In this case The Bank of New York has been selected as depositary bank;
• An ADR gives, investors a voting right and future dividend rights according to the terms and conditions of the deposit agreement entered into between The Bank of New York, Option and future ADR holders;
• An ADR gives US investors access to the Option shares through the
over-the-counter market o¬n which ADRs are freely negotiable in the US.
Summary table
Effective Date: June 2005
Exchange: OTC
Ticker Symbol: OPNVY
CUSIP Number: 68401K 10 7
Ratio: 1 ADR: 1 Ordinary Share
Underlying share description: Common
Depositary Bank: The Bank of New York
For further information please contact
Jan Callewaert, CEO
Frederic Convent, CFO
Kolonel Begaultlaan 45
B-3012 Leuven, Belgium
Tel: +32 (0) 16/31.74.11
Fax: +32 (0) 16/31.74.90
E-mail: investor@option.com
Contact at Bank of New York
+ 1 212 815 2291
+ 44 207 964 6080
About Option
Option NV (www.option.com), the wireless technology company, is a leading innovator in the design, development and manufacture of 3G WCDMA (HSDPA and UMTS), EDGE, GPRS, GSM and WLAN technology products for wireless connectivity solutions. Option has built up an enviable reputation for creating exciting products that enhance the performance and functionality of wireless communications. Option’s headquarters are in Leuven, Belgium. The company has Research & Development in Leuven, a Software and Applications development centre in Adelsried (Germany) and an ISO 9002 production engineering and logistics facility in Cork, Ireland.
This announcement does not constitute or form any part of any offer or invitation to sell or issue, or any solicitation of any offer to purchase to subscribe for, any securities in Option N.V.
Leuven - Belgium, May 23 2005 - Option N.V. (Euronext: OPTI, OPIN.BR), the wireless technology company, today announced that its latest addition to its portfolio of 3G wireless data cards, the GlobeTrotter 3G QUAD™, gained full GCF certification for 3G UMTS and 2.5G GPRS.
“Our customers demand the highest of standards from our products both in network interoperability and in overall quality. Achieving GCF certification is an important milestone in this regard giving an industry recognized standard of approval for our products”, said Douglas Ros, Vice President Business Development & Marketing at Option. “The GlobeTrotter 3G QUAD™ is the first commercially available wireless data card with GCF approval on both 3G and 2.5G standards, FCC certification for US markets (quad-band), EAP-SIM & Microsoft PCSC Smart Card certification, and Microsoft WHQL driver certification. This further substantiates Option’s commitment to the market and to our customers in providing the best quality leading edge wireless data solutions.”
GCF, the Global Certification Forum (www.gcf.gsm.org), is a partnership between network operators and terminal manufacturers that provides an independent programme to ensure global interoperability of 2G and 3G mobile wireless terminals. Globally, the trend is towards harmonisation of standards. But today, global conformance has yet to be attained - particularly when individual states have their own regulatory frameworks with differing conformance requirements. GCF certification brings the solution. GCF scheme compliments national regulatory authority schemes because its test requirements incorporate the essential requirements of those schemes. In addition, GCF provides testing for terminal inter-operability and other functionality. Network operators benefit by knowing that certified terminals will perform correctly on networks, to provide customers with a seamless roaming service.
About GlobeTrotter 3G QUAD™
The GlobeTrotter 3G QUAD™ was the world’s first 5-band wireless data card combining 3G UMTS at 2100 MHz for EMEA markets and Quad band GPRS 850/900/1800/1900 MHz for worldwide markets in a single PC data card. On a 3G network, the GlobeTrotter 3G QUAD™ enables a connection to the internet at data speeds of up to 384kbps. In areas where 3G service coverage is not available the data card continues to provide a reliable and secure data connection over the widely available GPRS service.
The full range of wireless data cards from Option is customisable to suit the branding requirements of mobile network operators and IT manufacturers.
About Option
Option NV (www.option.com), the wireless technology company, is a leading innovator in the design, development and manufacture of 3G WCDMA (HSDPA and UMTS), EDGE, GPRS, GSM and WLAN technology products for wireless connectivity solutions. Option has built up an enviable reputation for creating exciting products that enhance the performance and functionality of wireless communications. Option’s headquarters are in Leuven, Belgium. The company has Research & Development in Leuven, a Software and Applications development centre in Adelsried (Germany) and an ISO 9002 production engineering and logistics facility in Cork, Ireland.
For more information please contact:
Douglas Ros, Vice President Business Development & Marketing
Tel +32 (0)16 317 411
E-mail: d.ros@option.com
Frederic Convent, CFO
Tel + 32 (0) 16 317 411
E-mail: investor@option.com
Leuven - Belgium, April 25 2005 - Option N.V. (Euronext: OPTI, OPIN.BR), the wireless technology company, today announced the GlobeTrotter EDGE the latest addition to its comprehensive range of wireless data cards. The GlobeTrotter EDGE, which delivers connection speeds up to four times faster than on GPRS networks, will be commercially available as of next month. Option will commence shipping volumes of the GlobeTrotter EDGE product in accordance with the commercial roll-out plans by different network operators.
Jan Callewaert, CEO at Option: “Whatever strategic choice network operators make regarding wireless data communication standards, 3G or EDGE, we shall provide our customers with the highest quality and most comprehensive range of wireless data solutions available. In this way we continue to deliver the best business value to our customers. The GlobeTrotter EDGE is a perfect fit for those operators that have no Wi-Fi strategy or have decided not to deploy 3G networks in their territories. For network operators that have a 3G network deployed, but with an underlying EDGE service, this new data card can be positioned as an entry level product at a competitive price.”
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
- Quad band E-GPRS/GPRS/GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz for use on networks worldwide including the PCS networks in the USA
- GlobeTrotter PC Card format (Extended Type II PCMCIA compliant and CardBus PC Card interface) with patented retractable antenna design
- Supports IPSec client software for end-to-end secure corporate data exchange and synchronisation over VPN
- Future proof through user upgradeable Flash Memory technology
- Compatible with nearly all popular notebook PC’s equipped with PCMCIA slot and Microsoft Windows Operating System
- GlobeTrotter EDGE support for MAC O/S and Linux on request
- Includes GlobeTrotter Mobility Manager™
- GlobeTrotter EDGE fully supports Microsoft’s PC Smart Card standard and includes EAP-SIM extensions for user transparent and automatic authentication to third party networks
- GlobeTrotter EDGE is customisable for mobile network operators and IT manufacturers
EDGE, Enhanced Data for Global Evolution (E-GPRS), is the technology that gives GPRS networks the capacity to provide data services similar to the third generation of mobile telephony. By deploying E-GPRS as an overlay within an existing GPRS network operators can provide four times the data capacity of GPRS per subscriber. This in most cases can be achieved as a software upgrade to the existing network infrastructure whilst leaving existing base stations and cell sites intact. The GlobeTrotter EDGE enables connection to the Internet at data speeds of up to 236.8 kbps on an EDGE network. Where EDGE services are not available the data card still enables reliable and secure data connections over traditional GPRS.
Option currently ships following GlobeTrotter wireless data cards:
- GlobeTrotter (GPRS)
- GlobeTrotter COMBOTM (GPRS/WLAN 802.11b)
- GlobeTrotter COMBO EDGETM (EDGE/GPRS/WLAN 802.11g/b)
- GlobeTrotter 3G (3G UMTS/GPRS)
- GlobeTrotter 3G QUADTM (5-band 3G UMTS/GPRS)
- Globetrotter FUSIONTM (3G UMTS/GPRS/WLAN 802.11g/b)
About Option
Option NV (www.option.com), the wireless technology company, is a leading innovator in the design, development and manufacture of 3G WCDMA (HSDPA and UMTS), EDGE, GPRS, GSM and WLAN technology products for wireless connectivity solutions. Option has built up an enviable reputation for creating exciting products that enhance the performance and functionality of wireless communications. Option’s headquarters are in Leuven, Belgium. The company has Research & Development in Leuven, a Software and Applications Development centre in Adelsried (Germany) and an ISO 9002 Production Engineering and Logistics facility in Cork, Ireland.
For more information please contact:
Douglas Ros, Vice President Business Development & Marketing
Tel +32 (0)16 317 411
E-mail: d.ros@option.com
Frederic Convent, CFO & General Counsel
Tel +32 (0) 16 317 411
E-mail: investor@option.com
Leuven - Belgium, March 30 2005 - Option N.V. (Euronext: OPTI, OPIN.BR), the wireless technology company, today announced that Turkcell has launched Option’s GlobeTrotter COMBO EDGE in Turkey. The data card has been customized for Turkcell and is sold under the TurkcellConnect brand.
Among Europe's top ten biggest GSM operators in terms of subscribers, Turkcell is the leading GSM operator in Turkey with 23.4 million postpaid and prepaid customers as December 31, 2004. Turkcell provides high-quality wireless telephone services throughout Turkey and has coverage of 100% of the towns with more than 10,000 inhabitants. Turkcell provides roaming with 435 operators in 174 countries as of January 12, 2005. Turkcell is the only NYSE listed company in Turkey (New York: TKC and Istanbul Stock Exchange: TCELL). Turkcell has interests in international GSM operations in Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Moldova and Northern Cyprus, which have a total of 3.5 million subscribers as of September 30, 2004.
EDGE, Enhanced Data for Global Evolution (E-GPRS), is a technology that gives GPRS networks the capacity to provide data services similar to the third generation of mobile telephony. By deploying E-GPRS as an overlay within an existing GPRS network Turkcell can provide four times the data capacity of GPRS per subscriber.
On an EDGE network, GlobeTrotter COMBO EDGE enables connection to the Internet at data speeds of up to 247 kbps. Move into range of a public Wi-Fi hotspot, the corporate wireless network or the home wireless network and the GlobeTrotter COMBO EDGE provides connection at speeds up to 54Mbps. In areas where EDGE or Wi-Fi services are not available the data card still enables reliable and secure data connections over traditional GPRS.
About Option
Option NV (www.option.com), the wireless technology company, is a leading innovator in the design, development and manufacture of 3G WCDMA (HSDPA and UMTS), EDGE, GPRS, GSM and WLAN technology products for wireless connectivity solutions. Option has built up an enviable reputation for creating exciting products that enhance the performance and functionality of wireless communications. Option’s headquarters are in Leuven, Belgium. The company has Research & Development in Leuven, a Software and Applications development centre in Adelsried (Germany) and an ISO 9002 production engineering and logistics facility in Cork, Ireland.
For more information please contact:
Douglas Ros, Vice President Business Development & Marketing
Tel +32 (0)16 317 411
E-mail: d.ros@option.com
Frederic Convent, CFO and General Counsel
Tel + 32 (0) 16 317 411
E-mail: investor@option.com
Leuven - Belgium, March 14 2005 - Option N.V. (Euronext: OPTI, OPIN.BR), the wireless technology company, today announced its data card will be demonstrated at CTIA Wireless with Nortel (14 – 16 March 2005, New Orleans).
The two companies will conduct demonstrations on the Nortel booth (Hall C, booth #3125). The demonstrations will feature business and consumer applications using Nortel infrastructure equipment. They will include video on demand with high-quality movie trailers, high speed download of music and e-mail with attachments at speeds up to 1.5 megabits per second.
Option’s HSDPA data card will be commercially available later this year. The companies are working with a number of leading global operators on HSDPA trials and deployments in 2005.
High Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA) is a migration technology for the UMTS wireless standard used by leading mobile network operators across Europe, Japan and North America to deliver voice and data services. HSDPA boosts network capacity to carry up to three times as much data traffic and up to twice as many wireless users per cell site compared to today’s UMTS networks. By making more efficient use of the existing network and boosting throughput, HSDPA significantly reduces operating costs while delivering a better end user experience. As such HSDPA will enable faster mobile services like high-resolution interactive gaming, multimedia music tracks, DVD-quality film and video etc.
CTIA WIRELESS 2005 is the global event for the wireless, mobile computing and Internet industries. At CTIA WIRELESS more than 35,000 high-tech professionals gather to see what’s groundbreaking in wireless. CTIA WIRELESS 2005 delivers one show featuring everything wireless: from the backbone of the industry- the tower and infrastructure companies, to the carriers and service providers, to the end-user hardware manufacturers. For more information please visit www.ctiawireless.com.
About Option
Option NV (www.option.com), the wireless technology company, is a leading innovator in the design, development and manufacture of 3G WCDMA (HSDPA and UMTS), EDGE, GPRS, GSM and WLAN technology products for wireless connectivity solutions. Option has built up an enviable reputation for creating exciting products that enhance the performance and functionality of wireless communications. Option’s headquarters are in Leuven, Belgium. The company has Research & Development in Leuven, a Software and Applications Development centre in Adelsried (Germany) and an ISO 9002 Production Engineering and Logistics facility in Cork, Ireland.
For more information please contact:
Douglas Ros, Vice President Business Development & Marketing
Tel +32 (0)16 317 411
E-mail: d.ros@option.com
Frederic Convent, CFO & General Counsel
Tel +32 (0) 16 317 411
E-mail: investor@option.com
Leuven - Belgium, March 10 2005 - Option N.V. (Euronext: OPTI, OPIN.BR), the wireless technology company, today announced the GlobeTrotter 3G EDGE™, the latest addition to its comprehensive range of wireless data cards. The GlobeTrotter 3G EDGE ™ combines 3G/UMTS with EDGE and GPRS technologies in a single PC data card. This data card will be commercially available in two versions (EMEA & US markets) in the second half of 2005.
Jan Callewaert, CEO at Option: “Our operator customers have been asking for the ideal data card. A data card that has multiple access technologies spanning the different networks be they UMTS, EDGE or GPRS. The mobile operator wishes to provide their customer with the ability to roam from country to country having a single data card solution giving users broadband access anywhere anytime no matter the technology. We are pleased to announce the GlobeTrotter 3G EDGE data card continuing in our mission to bring innovative products to market and satisfy the needs of our customers.”
The GlobeTrotter 3G EDGETM on a 3G UMTS network enables broadband connection to the Internet at data speeds of up to 384kbps. Where 3G services are not available it falls back to EDGE at data speeds of up to 247 kbps. In the absence of an EDGE or 3G network the data card still enables reliable and secure data connections over traditional GPRS.
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
• Available in 2 versions: 2100 MHz 3G UMTS for EMEA and 1900/850 MHz 3G UMTS for US markets. Both versions support Quad band E-GPRS/GPRS/GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz for worldwide markets.
• GlobeTrotter PC Card format (Extended Type II PCMCIA compliant and CardBus PC Card interface)
• GlobeTrotter 3G EDGE™ provides transparent handover between UMTS, EDGE and GPRS networks
• Supports IPSec client software for end-to-end secure corporate data exchange and synchronisation over VPN
• Future proof through user upgradeable Flash Memory technology
• Compatible with nearly all popular notebook PC’s equipped with PCMCIA slot and Microsoft Windows Operating System
• GlobeTrotter 3G EDGE™ support for MAC O/S and Linux on request
• GlobeTrotter 3G EDGE™ is customisable for mobile network operators and IT manufacturers
In addition to the GlobeTrotter 3G EDGE™ wireless data card, Option offers its premier GlobeTrotter Mobility Manager™ software enabling users of the card to have fast, simple and easy access to wireless data whilst hiding from the user the complexity of underlying wireless 3G UMTS and E-GPRS technologies. In conjunction with, Unlimited Connection™ Option’s mobile IP solution, the user will be able to seamlessly roam between the data card’s 3G/EDGE/GPRS technologies and other network connections available to the notebook computer such as Wi-Fi, Ethernet LAN or ADSL. The Globetrotter 3G EDGETM fully supports Microsoft’s PC Smart Card standard and includes EAP-SIM extensions for user transparent and automatic authentication to third party networks.
The GlobeTrotter 3G EDGE™ further complements and enhances Option’s current range of GlobeTrotter wireless data cards: GlobeTrotter (GPRS), GlobeTrotter COMBO (GPRS/WLAN), GlobeTrotter COMBO EDGE (EDGE/GPRS/WLAN), GlobeTrotter 3G (3G UMTS/GPRS), GlobeTrotter FUSION (3G UMTS/GPRS/WLAN), GlobeTrotter 3G QUAD (5-band 3G UMTS/GPRS).
About Option
Option NV (www.option.com), the wireless technology company, is a leading innovator in the design, development and manufacture of 3G WCDMA (HSDPA and UMTS), EDGE, GPRS, GSM and WLAN technology products for wireless connectivity solutions. Option has built up an enviable reputation for creating exciting products that enhance the performance and functionality of wireless communications. Option’s headquarters are in Leuven, Belgium. The company has Research & Development in Leuven, a Software and Applications Development centre in Adelsried (Germany) and an ISO 9002 Production Engineering and Logistics facility in Cork, Ireland.
For more information please contact:
Douglas Ros, Vice President Business Development & Marketing
Tel +32 (0)16 317 411
E-mail: d.ros@option.com
Frederic Convent, CFO & General Counsel
Tel +32 (0) 16 317 411
E-mail: investor@option.com
Leuven - Belgium, March 10 2005 - Option N.V. (Euronext: OPTI, OPIN.BR), the wireless technology company, today announced that product samples of its upcoming HSDPA data cards will be demonstrated live at CeBIT 2005 (Hannover, 10 – 16 March 2005). The HSDPA data cards demonstrations will include end-to-end connections on Nortel and Siemens infrastructure equipment.
The product samples of the HSDPA data cards, branded for leading mobile network operators present at CeBIT, were especially prepared to enable the operators to showcase the potential of HSDPA. The Option HSDPA data card is demonstrated with streaming video and office applications at speeds up to 1.5 Mbps.
HSDPA is a migration technology for the UMTS wireless standard used by leading mobile network operators across Europe, Japan and North America to deliver voice and data services. HSDPA boosts network capacity to carry up to three times as much data traffic and up to twice as many wireless users per cell site compared to today’s UMTS networks. By making more efficient use of the existing network and boosting throughput, HSDPA significantly reduces operating costs while delivering a better end user experience. As such HSDPA will enable faster mobile services like high-resolution interactive gaming, multimedia music tracks, DVD-quality film and video etc.
About Option
Option NV (www.option.com), the wireless technology company, is a leading innovator in the design, development and manufacture of 3G WCDMA (HSDPA and UMTS), EDGE, GPRS, GSM and WLAN technology products for wireless connectivity solutions. Option has built up an enviable reputation for creating exciting products that enhance the performance and functionality of wireless communications. Option’s headquarters are in Leuven, Belgium. The company has Research & Development in Leuven, a Software and Applications Development centre in Adelsried (Germany) and an ISO 9002 Production Engineering and Logistics facility in Cork, Ireland.
For more information please contact:
Douglas Ros, Vice President Business Development & Marketing
Tel +32 (0)16 317 411
E-mail: d.ros@option.com
Frederic Convent, CFO & General Counsel
Tel +32 (0) 16 317 411
E-mail: investor@option.com
Leuven - Belgium, March 8 2005 - Option N.V. (Euronext: OPTI, OPIN.BR), the wireless technology company, today announced that ONE GmbH, serving more than 1,5 million customers, has selected Option’s GlobeTrotter FUSION™, including GlobeTrotter Mobility Manager TM, as innovative wireless broadband data solution for its mobile users.
ONE, which covers 98% of the population, is offering GPRS, UMTS and WLAN services to its customers. ONE is member of the Starmap Mobile Alliance (www.starmapalliance.com) which is helping the company to improve its position in the Austrian market through giving all customers access to excellent services when being abroad and offering a network of partners where customers feel like at home. Turnover end of 2004 reached 705 million Euro's with investments of up to 1.81 billion Euro's. Shareholders include German E.ON (50.10%) Norway's Telenor (17.45%) Orange, France (17.45%) and Denmark's TDC (15%)
In selecting Option’s GlobeTrotter FUSION TM and Option’s Mobility Manager ONE can now offer its mobile users a single data card that gives them access to the 3G/UMTS and GPRS networks and their Wi-Fi hotspot network. This solution from Option gives ONE the opportunity to differentiate itself in a highly competitive Austrian market. ONE’s choice for Option was inspired by Option’s customer driven approach and its European centric operations.
On a 3G network the GlobeTrotter FUSION™ enables broadband connection to the internet at data speeds of up to 384kbps. Move into a range of public Wi-Fi hotspot, the corporate WLAN or your home wireless network and the GlobeTrotter FUSION™ provides connection at speeds up to 54Mbps. In areas where 3G/UMTS or Wi-Fi services are not available GlobeTrotter FUSION™ still ensures reliable and secure data connection over the widely available GPRS services. Option’s GlobeTrotter Mobility Manager™ software enables users of the card to have fast, simple and easy access to wireless data whilst hiding from the user the complexity of underlying wireless 3G/UMTS, GPRS and WLAN technologies.
For more information please contact:
Douglas Ros, Vice President Business Development & Marketing
Tel +32 (0)16 317 411
E-mail: d.ros@option.com
Frederic Convent, CFO and General Counsel
Tel + 32 (0) 16 317 411
E-mail: investor@option.com
About Option
Option NV (www.option.com), the wireless technology company, is a leading innovator in the design, development and manufacture of 3G WCDMA (HSDPA and UMTS), EDGE, GPRS, GSM and WLAN technology products for wireless connectivity solutions. Option has built up an enviable reputation for creating exciting products that enhance the performance and functionality of wireless communications. Option’s headquarters are in Leuven (Belgium). The company has an office in Atlanta (US), Research & Development in Leuven, a Software and Applications development centre in Adelsried (Germany), and an ISO 9002 production engineering and logistics facility in Cork (Ireland).
ONE facts & figures
In October 1998, the communications company ONE (ONE GmbH) launched Austria’s only nation-wide GSM-1800 mobile telephony network. At the end of December 2004 ONE had about 900 employees and more than 1.5 million mobile customers. ONE is the only mobile telephony operator in Austria to offer HSCSD (ONE High Speed), GPRS and UMTS. On 1 July 2003, with ONE WLAN the company launched ONE WLAN and the most dense hotspot network in all of Austria from one provider. ONE places its focus on service, product development and usability, and with ONE SMILE it offers its customers an innovative and easy to use interface. ONE has a population coverage of 98% as well as a banking licence for its 100% subsidiary ONE bank GmbH, the basis of its mobile payment applications. Turnover in 2004 amounted to € 705 million. By the end of 2004, the company had invested a total of € 1.81 billion. ONE is owned by the German E.ON (50.10%), the Norwegian Telenor (17.45%), the French Orange (17.45%) and the Danish TDC (15%).
In case of questions, journalists please contact:
ONE, Florian Pollack, Tel: 0699-1699 2640, E-Mail: florian.pollack@one.at
For this press text and other press information, please refer to: www.one.at/presse/
OPTION - AGENDA FOR THE ANNUAL SHAREHOLDERS' MEETING
The Board of Directors is pleased to invite all holders of securities issued by Option NV (the “Company”) to attend the Annual Shareholders' Meeting, which will take place on Thursday, March 31, 2005 at 10.00 a.m., at the registered office of the Company, Kolonel Begaultlaan 45, 3012 Leuven, Belgium.
The agenda and proposals of decision for this Annual Shareholders' Meeting are the following:
A G E N D A
1. Presentation and discussion of the report of the Board of Directors for the financial year ended on December 31, 2004.
Q&A about Corporate Governance matters.
2. Presentation and discussion of the report of the statutory auditor for the financial year ended on December 31, 2004.
3. Presentation of the annual consolidated accounts and consolidated reports for the financial year ended on December 31, 2004.
4. Approval of the annual statutory accounts for the financial year ended on December 31, 2004 and allocation of results.
Proposal of decision: To approve the annual accounts for the financial year ended on December 31, 2004, including the allocation of results proposed by the Board of Directors.
5. Release of liability of the directors.
Proposal of decision: To release the directors of liability for the performance of their duties in the course of the financial year ended on December31, 2004.
6. Release of liability of the statutory auditor.
Proposal of decision: To release the statutory auditor of liability for the performance of his duties in the course of the financial year ended on December31, 2004.
7. Dismissal and appointment of directors.
Proposal of decision: To act the dismissal of the 2 directors Mr. Alex Brabers (living in 3110 Rotselaar, Sparrenstraat 15 A, civil register number 65.06.06 18-968) and Mr. Dirk Beeusaert (living in 9112 Sinaai, Dries 23, civil register number 64.03.23 37-113), both appointed on the proposal of GIMV limited Company. The term of their office will expire immediately after this Annual Shareholders’ Meeting. The Meeting will decide whether or not to appoint additional directors, from the candidates presented at the Meeting at the latest.
In order to be admitted to the abovementioned Annual Shareholders' Meeting, the holders of securities issued by the Company must follow the provisions of articles 29 and 30 of the Articles of Association of the Company and article 536 of the Companies Code and also fulfil the following formalities: (i) if they are owners of registered shares, notify the Company of their intention to attend the Annual Shareholder’s Meeting, by sending a letter by regular mail to the Company’s registered office; (ii) if they are owners of dematerialised shares deposited through Euroclear, deposit, at the latest five working days prior to the date of the Annual Shareholders' Meeting, a certificate at the registered office of the Company, drawn up by the recognized holder of their securities' accounts or by Euroclear itself, confirming the number of shares registered under the name of the shareholder and declaring that the shares are non-negotiable until the date of said Annual Shareholders' Meeting; and (iii) if they are owners of warrants, they must inform the Company in writing, by an ordinary letter addressed to the registered office of the Company, at least five working days prior to the meetings, of their intention to attend the meeting.
Shareholders can vote by proxy or by letter, using documents drawn up by the Company and which can be obtained at no cost at the registered office of the Company. The proxies have to be deposited at the registered office of the Company at the latest five (5) business days prior to the date of the meeting. The owners of dematerialised shares who whish to vote by proxy or by letter have to deposit, in addition to the documents properly filled out, the certificate drawn up by the recognized holder of their securities' accounts or by Euroclear itself, confirming the number of shares registered under the name of the shareholder and declaring that the shares are non-negotiable until the date of said Annual Shareholders' Meeting.
In order for the vote by letter to be valid, a form must be sent by registered mail with acceptance receipt to the Company’s registered office, which must be sent at the latest six days before the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting (the postage stamp shall serve as proof) and which must contain the following information: (i) mentioning of the complete and accurate indication of the shareholder and of the number of shares he is voting with; (ii) the complete agenda; (iii) the proposals of decision and the voting instructions of the shareholder (for, against and abstain). The shareholder may explain or motivate his or her voting instructions.
A copy of the documents and reports mentioned in the agenda of the Annual Shareholders' Meeting can be obtained at no cost at the registered office of the Company 15 days prior to the Meeting.
The Board of Directors
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About Option
Option NV (www.option.com), the wireless technology company, is a leading innovator in the design, development and manufacture of WCDMA (UMTS and HSDPA), EDGE, GPRS, GSM and WLAN technology products for wireless connectivity solutions. Option has built up an enviable reputation for creating exciting products that enhance the performance and functionality of wireless communications. Option’s headquarters are in Leuven, Belgium. The company has Research & Development in Leuven, a Software and Applications development centre in Adelsried (Germany) and an ISO 9002 production engineering and logistics facility in Cork, Ireland.
For more information please contact:
Frederic Convent, CFO and General Counsel
Tel + 32 (0) 16 317 411
E-mail: investor@option.com
Investment
We will not invest in any of the following areas:
Employment
We will not engage in any of the following activities:
Discrimination
We will not discriminate against our employees in any of the following areas:
Purchasing
We will put into place checks, controls and procedures to ensure all our suppliers and sub-contractors:
Prevention of Corruption
We will include in our distribution and supply agreements anti-bribery standard clauses. Our employment policies outline measures that can and will be taken in order to prevent corruption. Option®, as a public company and a member of the ETHIBEL Sustainability index, respects the Corporate Governance rules.
- communication of our policies both internally and externally
- commitment to continual improvement in environmental performance
- taking account of the input of staff, customers, shareholders, government, local authorities, interested third parties and the general public
- awareness and training on environmental issues so as to create a better environment for all through the reduction, recycling and reuse of waste, optimum usage of resources and elimination of polluting releases into the environment
- compliance with all applicable regulations and legislation
- prevention of pollution
- manufacture in a safe environment of products supplied to customer specifications and requirements
Our management is committed to providing the resources necessary to ensure that the company’s environmental objectives and targets are achieved. Option has done substantial efforts to align customer requests for customization while lowering its ecological footprint. This resulted in our offering of environmentally friendly and highly customizable packaging. If you want to read more on our packaging, click here.Financial Calendar
Full Year 2021 results and annual report 2021:
Friday April 29, 2022- before market trading
Half year 2022 results & Interim Financial report:
Friday September 23, 2022 - before market trading
Annual Shareholders Meeting: Tuesday May 31, 2022 - 10h00 CET - Gaston Geenslaan 14, Leuven (Belgium).
Jaarresultaten 2021 en jaarverslag 2021:
vrijdag 29 April, 2022 – voor beurstijd
Half jaar 2022 resultaten en halfjaarlijks financieel verslag:
vrijdag 23 september, 2022 - voor beurstijd
Algemene aandeelhoudersvergadering: dinsdag 31 mei, 2022 - 10u00 CET - Gaston Geenslaan 14, Leuven (België).
Financial News 2015 onwards - see Reports & Publications
Financial News 2015 / Financieel Nieuws 2015
Financial News 2014 / Financieel Nieuws 2014
Financial News 2013 / Financieel Nieuws 2013
Financial News 2012 / Financieel Nieuws 2012
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Leuven - Belgium, June 9 2005 - Option N.V. (Euronext: OPTI, OPIN.BR), the wireless technology company today announced that, with a view to increasing the liquidity of the Option shares and their visibility to the US investors, it has decided to implement a Level I American Depositary Receipts ("ADR") Program. An F-6 registration statement is being filed with The Securities and Exchange Commission and it is expected that the program will be declared effective in the coming weeks.
This Level I ADR Program has the following characteristics:
• ADRs are U.S. securities issued by a depositary bank representing shares of a non-US company. In this case The Bank of New York has been selected as depositary bank;
• An ADR gives, investors a voting right and future dividend rights according to the terms and conditions of the deposit agreement entered into between The Bank of New York, Option and future ADR holders;
• An ADR gives US investors access to the Option shares through the
over-the-counter market o¬n which ADRs are freely negotiable in the US.
Summary table
Effective Date: June 2005
Exchange: OTC
Ticker Symbol: OPNVY
CUSIP Number: 68401K 10 7
Ratio: 1 ADR: 1 Ordinary Share
Underlying share description: Common
Depositary Bank: The Bank of New York
For further information please contact
Jan Callewaert, CEO
Frederic Convent, CFO
Kolonel Begaultlaan 45
B-3012 Leuven, Belgium
Tel: +32 (0) 16/31.74.11
Fax: +32 (0) 16/31.74.90
E-mail: investor@option.com
Contact at Bank of New York
+ 1 212 815 2291
+ 44 207 964 6080
About Option
Option NV (www.option.com), the wireless technology company, is a leading innovator in the design, development and manufacture of 3G WCDMA (HSDPA and UMTS), EDGE, GPRS, GSM and WLAN technology products for wireless connectivity solutions. Option has built up an enviable reputation for creating exciting products that enhance the performance and functionality of wireless communications. Option’s headquarters are in Leuven, Belgium. The company has Research & Development in Leuven, a Software and Applications development centre in Adelsried (Germany) and an ISO 9002 production engineering and logistics facility in Cork, Ireland.
This announcement does not constitute or form any part of any offer or invitation to sell or issue, or any solicitation of any offer to purchase to subscribe for, any securities in Option N.V.
Leuven, 17 juni 2005 - Option N.V. (EURONEXT Brussel: OPTI, OPIN.BR) kondigt aan dat het bedrijf gedurende 3 seizoenen als hoofdsponsor zal optreden voor voetbalclub Oud-Heverlee Leuven (OHL).
Met deze sponsoringovereenkomst wil Option extra naambekendheid creëren in Leuven, de hoofdstad van Vlaams-Brabant, en de ruimere omstreken. Jan Callewaert, CEO Option: "Ons bedrijf groeit en we hebben steeds nood aan nieuwe medewerkers die ons bedrijf kunnen versterken. Option is als merknaam niet erg gekend in deze universiteitstad. Dat komt omdat we deze enkel promoten naar onze prospecten en klanten: netwerk operatoren wereldwijd. Willen we de juiste mensen aantrekken dan moeten ze Option ook kennen. De visibiliteit van Option in de regio verhogen is dan ook de belangrijkste doelstelling van deze overeenkomst.”
De sponsoring kadert in de ruimere 'employer branding' strategie van Option. Daarnaast wil Option het personeel en hun familie regelmatig laten genieten van gezellige en spannende voetbalwedstrijden.
About Option (www.option.com)
Option is dé vernieuwer op het gebied van draadloze communicatie. Het bedrijf is gespecialiseerd in het ontwerpen, ontwikkelen en vervaardigen van GSM, GPRS, EDGE, 3G (UMTS en HSDPA) en WLAN / Wi-Fi technologische producten voor draadloze data communicatie. Option heeft een stevige reputatie weten op te bouwen door verbluffende nieuwe producten te creëren waardoor de prestaties en mogelijkheden van draadloze communicatie groeien. De maatschappelijke zetel van Option is gevestigd in Leuven, België. Het bedrijf heeft een O&O centrum in Leuven, een Software and Applications ontwikkelingscentrum in Adelsried (Duitsland) en een productie, engineering en logistieke afdeling met ISO 9002 certificaat, in Cork (Ierland).
Leuven - Belgium, May 23 2005 - Option N.V. (Euronext: OPTI, OPIN.BR), the wireless technology company, today announced that its latest addition to its portfolio of 3G wireless data cards, the GlobeTrotter 3G QUAD™, gained full GCF certification for 3G UMTS and 2.5G GPRS.
“Our customers demand the highest of standards from our products both in network interoperability and in overall quality. Achieving GCF certification is an important milestone in this regard giving an industry recognized standard of approval for our products”, said Douglas Ros, Vice President Business Development & Marketing at Option. “The GlobeTrotter 3G QUAD™ is the first commercially available wireless data card with GCF approval on both 3G and 2.5G standards, FCC certification for US markets (quad-band), EAP-SIM & Microsoft PCSC Smart Card certification, and Microsoft WHQL driver certification. This further substantiates Option’s commitment to the market and to our customers in providing the best quality leading edge wireless data solutions.”
GCF, the Global Certification Forum (www.gcf.gsm.org), is a partnership between network operators and terminal manufacturers that provides an independent programme to ensure global interoperability of 2G and 3G mobile wireless terminals. Globally, the trend is towards harmonisation of standards. But today, global conformance has yet to be attained - particularly when individual states have their own regulatory frameworks with differing conformance requirements. GCF certification brings the solution. GCF scheme compliments national regulatory authority schemes because its test requirements incorporate the essential requirements of those schemes. In addition, GCF provides testing for terminal inter-operability and other functionality. Network operators benefit by knowing that certified terminals will perform correctly on networks, to provide customers with a seamless roaming service.
About GlobeTrotter 3G QUAD™
The GlobeTrotter 3G QUAD™ was the world’s first 5-band wireless data card combining 3G UMTS at 2100 MHz for EMEA markets and Quad band GPRS 850/900/1800/1900 MHz for worldwide markets in a single PC data card. On a 3G network, the GlobeTrotter 3G QUAD™ enables a connection to the internet at data speeds of up to 384kbps. In areas where 3G service coverage is not available the data card continues to provide a reliable and secure data connection over the widely available GPRS service.
The full range of wireless data cards from Option is customisable to suit the branding requirements of mobile network operators and IT manufacturers.
About Option
Option NV (www.option.com), the wireless technology company, is a leading innovator in the design, development and manufacture of 3G WCDMA (HSDPA and UMTS), EDGE, GPRS, GSM and WLAN technology products for wireless connectivity solutions. Option has built up an enviable reputation for creating exciting products that enhance the performance and functionality of wireless communications. Option’s headquarters are in Leuven, Belgium. The company has Research & Development in Leuven, a Software and Applications development centre in Adelsried (Germany) and an ISO 9002 production engineering and logistics facility in Cork, Ireland.
For more information please contact:
Douglas Ros, Vice President Business Development & Marketing
Tel +32 (0)16 317 411
E-mail: d.ros@option.com
Frederic Convent, CFO
Tel + 32 (0) 16 317 411
E-mail: investor@option.com
Option N.V. (EURONEXT Brussels: OPTI), the wireless technology company, today reported results for the first quarter 2005.
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Leuven - Belgium, April 25 2005 - Option N.V. (Euronext: OPTI, OPIN.BR), the wireless technology company, today announced the GlobeTrotter EDGE the latest addition to its comprehensive range of wireless data cards. The GlobeTrotter EDGE, which delivers connection speeds up to four times faster than on GPRS networks, will be commercially available as of next month. Option will commence shipping volumes of the GlobeTrotter EDGE product in accordance with the commercial roll-out plans by different network operators.
Jan Callewaert, CEO at Option: “Whatever strategic choice network operators make regarding wireless data communication standards, 3G or EDGE, we shall provide our customers with the highest quality and most comprehensive range of wireless data solutions available. In this way we continue to deliver the best business value to our customers. The GlobeTrotter EDGE is a perfect fit for those operators that have no Wi-Fi strategy or have decided not to deploy 3G networks in their territories. For network operators that have a 3G network deployed, but with an underlying EDGE service, this new data card can be positioned as an entry level product at a competitive price.”
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
- Quad band E-GPRS/GPRS/GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz for use on networks worldwide including the PCS networks in the USA
- GlobeTrotter PC Card format (Extended Type II PCMCIA compliant and CardBus PC Card interface) with patented retractable antenna design
- Supports IPSec client software for end-to-end secure corporate data exchange and synchronisation over VPN
- Future proof through user upgradeable Flash Memory technology
- Compatible with nearly all popular notebook PC’s equipped with PCMCIA slot and Microsoft Windows Operating System
- GlobeTrotter EDGE support for MAC O/S and Linux on request
- Includes GlobeTrotter Mobility Manager™
- GlobeTrotter EDGE fully supports Microsoft’s PC Smart Card standard and includes EAP-SIM extensions for user transparent and automatic authentication to third party networks
- GlobeTrotter EDGE is customisable for mobile network operators and IT manufacturers
EDGE, Enhanced Data for Global Evolution (E-GPRS), is the technology that gives GPRS networks the capacity to provide data services similar to the third generation of mobile telephony. By deploying E-GPRS as an overlay within an existing GPRS network operators can provide four times the data capacity of GPRS per subscriber. This in most cases can be achieved as a software upgrade to the existing network infrastructure whilst leaving existing base stations and cell sites intact. The GlobeTrotter EDGE enables connection to the Internet at data speeds of up to 236.8 kbps on an EDGE network. Where EDGE services are not available the data card still enables reliable and secure data connections over traditional GPRS.
Option currently ships following GlobeTrotter wireless data cards:
- GlobeTrotter (GPRS)
- GlobeTrotter COMBOTM (GPRS/WLAN 802.11b)
- GlobeTrotter COMBO EDGETM (EDGE/GPRS/WLAN 802.11g/b)
- GlobeTrotter 3G (3G UMTS/GPRS)
- GlobeTrotter 3G QUADTM (5-band 3G UMTS/GPRS)
- Globetrotter FUSIONTM (3G UMTS/GPRS/WLAN 802.11g/b)
About Option
Option NV (www.option.com), the wireless technology company, is a leading innovator in the design, development and manufacture of 3G WCDMA (HSDPA and UMTS), EDGE, GPRS, GSM and WLAN technology products for wireless connectivity solutions. Option has built up an enviable reputation for creating exciting products that enhance the performance and functionality of wireless communications. Option’s headquarters are in Leuven, Belgium. The company has Research & Development in Leuven, a Software and Applications Development centre in Adelsried (Germany) and an ISO 9002 Production Engineering and Logistics facility in Cork, Ireland.
For more information please contact:
Douglas Ros, Vice President Business Development & Marketing
Tel +32 (0)16 317 411
E-mail: d.ros@option.com
Frederic Convent, CFO & General Counsel
Tel +32 (0) 16 317 411
E-mail: investor@option.com
> Verslag van Raad van Bestuur / Board Report 2004:
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- Verslag van de commissaris bij de Statutaire Enkelvoudige Jaarrekeningen 2004 (Belgian Gaap) OPTION NV
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- Verslag van de commissaris bij de Geconsolideerde Jaarrekeningen 2004 (Belgian Gaap) OPTION NV
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- Auditors reports on the Belgian Gaap Accounts 2004 (Statutory + Consolidated)
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> Statutaire Enkelvoudige Jaarrekeningen - Annual Statutory Accounts 2004 (Belgian Gaap) OPTION NV
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> Geconsolideerde Jaarrekeningen 2004 - Annual Consolidated Accounts 2004 (Belgian Gaap) OPTION NV
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Leuven - Belgium, March 30 2005 - Option N.V. (Euronext: OPTI, OPIN.BR), the wireless technology company, today announced that Turkcell has launched Option’s GlobeTrotter COMBO EDGE in Turkey. The data card has been customized for Turkcell and is sold under the TurkcellConnect brand.
Among Europe's top ten biggest GSM operators in terms of subscribers, Turkcell is the leading GSM operator in Turkey with 23.4 million postpaid and prepaid customers as December 31, 2004. Turkcell provides high-quality wireless telephone services throughout Turkey and has coverage of 100% of the towns with more than 10,000 inhabitants. Turkcell provides roaming with 435 operators in 174 countries as of January 12, 2005. Turkcell is the only NYSE listed company in Turkey (New York: TKC and Istanbul Stock Exchange: TCELL). Turkcell has interests in international GSM operations in Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Moldova and Northern Cyprus, which have a total of 3.5 million subscribers as of September 30, 2004.
EDGE, Enhanced Data for Global Evolution (E-GPRS), is a technology that gives GPRS networks the capacity to provide data services similar to the third generation of mobile telephony. By deploying E-GPRS as an overlay within an existing GPRS network Turkcell can provide four times the data capacity of GPRS per subscriber.
On an EDGE network, GlobeTrotter COMBO EDGE enables connection to the Internet at data speeds of up to 247 kbps. Move into range of a public Wi-Fi hotspot, the corporate wireless network or the home wireless network and the GlobeTrotter COMBO EDGE provides connection at speeds up to 54Mbps. In areas where EDGE or Wi-Fi services are not available the data card still enables reliable and secure data connections over traditional GPRS.
About Option
Option NV (www.option.com), the wireless technology company, is a leading innovator in the design, development and manufacture of 3G WCDMA (HSDPA and UMTS), EDGE, GPRS, GSM and WLAN technology products for wireless connectivity solutions. Option has built up an enviable reputation for creating exciting products that enhance the performance and functionality of wireless communications. Option’s headquarters are in Leuven, Belgium. The company has Research & Development in Leuven, a Software and Applications development centre in Adelsried (Germany) and an ISO 9002 production engineering and logistics facility in Cork, Ireland.
For more information please contact:
Douglas Ros, Vice President Business Development & Marketing
Tel +32 (0)16 317 411
E-mail: d.ros@option.com
Frederic Convent, CFO and General Counsel
Tel + 32 (0) 16 317 411
E-mail: investor@option.com
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Leuven - Belgium, March 14 2005 - Option N.V. (Euronext: OPTI, OPIN.BR), the wireless technology company, today announced its data card will be demonstrated at CTIA Wireless with Nortel (14 – 16 March 2005, New Orleans).
The two companies will conduct demonstrations on the Nortel booth (Hall C, booth #3125). The demonstrations will feature business and consumer applications using Nortel infrastructure equipment. They will include video on demand with high-quality movie trailers, high speed download of music and e-mail with attachments at speeds up to 1.5 megabits per second.
Option’s HSDPA data card will be commercially available later this year. The companies are working with a number of leading global operators on HSDPA trials and deployments in 2005.
High Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA) is a migration technology for the UMTS wireless standard used by leading mobile network operators across Europe, Japan and North America to deliver voice and data services. HSDPA boosts network capacity to carry up to three times as much data traffic and up to twice as many wireless users per cell site compared to today’s UMTS networks. By making more efficient use of the existing network and boosting throughput, HSDPA significantly reduces operating costs while delivering a better end user experience. As such HSDPA will enable faster mobile services like high-resolution interactive gaming, multimedia music tracks, DVD-quality film and video etc.
CTIA WIRELESS 2005 is the global event for the wireless, mobile computing and Internet industries. At CTIA WIRELESS more than 35,000 high-tech professionals gather to see what’s groundbreaking in wireless. CTIA WIRELESS 2005 delivers one show featuring everything wireless: from the backbone of the industry- the tower and infrastructure companies, to the carriers and service providers, to the end-user hardware manufacturers. For more information please visit www.ctiawireless.com.
About Option
Option NV (www.option.com), the wireless technology company, is a leading innovator in the design, development and manufacture of 3G WCDMA (HSDPA and UMTS), EDGE, GPRS, GSM and WLAN technology products for wireless connectivity solutions. Option has built up an enviable reputation for creating exciting products that enhance the performance and functionality of wireless communications. Option’s headquarters are in Leuven, Belgium. The company has Research & Development in Leuven, a Software and Applications Development centre in Adelsried (Germany) and an ISO 9002 Production Engineering and Logistics facility in Cork, Ireland.
For more information please contact:
Douglas Ros, Vice President Business Development & Marketing
Tel +32 (0)16 317 411
E-mail: d.ros@option.com
Frederic Convent, CFO & General Counsel
Tel +32 (0) 16 317 411
E-mail: investor@option.com
Leuven - Belgium, March 10 2005 - Option N.V. (Euronext: OPTI, OPIN.BR), the wireless technology company, today announced the GlobeTrotter 3G EDGE™, the latest addition to its comprehensive range of wireless data cards. The GlobeTrotter 3G EDGE ™ combines 3G/UMTS with EDGE and GPRS technologies in a single PC data card. This data card will be commercially available in two versions (EMEA & US markets) in the second half of 2005.
Jan Callewaert, CEO at Option: “Our operator customers have been asking for the ideal data card. A data card that has multiple access technologies spanning the different networks be they UMTS, EDGE or GPRS. The mobile operator wishes to provide their customer with the ability to roam from country to country having a single data card solution giving users broadband access anywhere anytime no matter the technology. We are pleased to announce the GlobeTrotter 3G EDGE data card continuing in our mission to bring innovative products to market and satisfy the needs of our customers.”
The GlobeTrotter 3G EDGETM on a 3G UMTS network enables broadband connection to the Internet at data speeds of up to 384kbps. Where 3G services are not available it falls back to EDGE at data speeds of up to 247 kbps. In the absence of an EDGE or 3G network the data card still enables reliable and secure data connections over traditional GPRS.
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
• Available in 2 versions: 2100 MHz 3G UMTS for EMEA and 1900/850 MHz 3G UMTS for US markets. Both versions support Quad band E-GPRS/GPRS/GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz for worldwide markets.
• GlobeTrotter PC Card format (Extended Type II PCMCIA compliant and CardBus PC Card interface)
• GlobeTrotter 3G EDGE™ provides transparent handover between UMTS, EDGE and GPRS networks
• Supports IPSec client software for end-to-end secure corporate data exchange and synchronisation over VPN
• Future proof through user upgradeable Flash Memory technology
• Compatible with nearly all popular notebook PC’s equipped with PCMCIA slot and Microsoft Windows Operating System
• GlobeTrotter 3G EDGE™ support for MAC O/S and Linux on request
• GlobeTrotter 3G EDGE™ is customisable for mobile network operators and IT manufacturers
In addition to the GlobeTrotter 3G EDGE™ wireless data card, Option offers its premier GlobeTrotter Mobility Manager™ software enabling users of the card to have fast, simple and easy access to wireless data whilst hiding from the user the complexity of underlying wireless 3G UMTS and E-GPRS technologies. In conjunction with, Unlimited Connection™ Option’s mobile IP solution, the user will be able to seamlessly roam between the data card’s 3G/EDGE/GPRS technologies and other network connections available to the notebook computer such as Wi-Fi, Ethernet LAN or ADSL. The Globetrotter 3G EDGETM fully supports Microsoft’s PC Smart Card standard and includes EAP-SIM extensions for user transparent and automatic authentication to third party networks.
The GlobeTrotter 3G EDGE™ further complements and enhances Option’s current range of GlobeTrotter wireless data cards: GlobeTrotter (GPRS), GlobeTrotter COMBO (GPRS/WLAN), GlobeTrotter COMBO EDGE (EDGE/GPRS/WLAN), GlobeTrotter 3G (3G UMTS/GPRS), GlobeTrotter FUSION (3G UMTS/GPRS/WLAN), GlobeTrotter 3G QUAD (5-band 3G UMTS/GPRS).
About Option
Option NV (www.option.com), the wireless technology company, is a leading innovator in the design, development and manufacture of 3G WCDMA (HSDPA and UMTS), EDGE, GPRS, GSM and WLAN technology products for wireless connectivity solutions. Option has built up an enviable reputation for creating exciting products that enhance the performance and functionality of wireless communications. Option’s headquarters are in Leuven, Belgium. The company has Research & Development in Leuven, a Software and Applications Development centre in Adelsried (Germany) and an ISO 9002 Production Engineering and Logistics facility in Cork, Ireland.
For more information please contact:
Douglas Ros, Vice President Business Development & Marketing
Tel +32 (0)16 317 411
E-mail: d.ros@option.com
Frederic Convent, CFO & General Counsel
Tel +32 (0) 16 317 411
E-mail: investor@option.com
Leuven - Belgium, March 10 2005 - Option N.V. (Euronext: OPTI, OPIN.BR), the wireless technology company, today announced that product samples of its upcoming HSDPA data cards will be demonstrated live at CeBIT 2005 (Hannover, 10 – 16 March 2005). The HSDPA data cards demonstrations will include end-to-end connections on Nortel and Siemens infrastructure equipment.
The product samples of the HSDPA data cards, branded for leading mobile network operators present at CeBIT, were especially prepared to enable the operators to showcase the potential of HSDPA. The Option HSDPA data card is demonstrated with streaming video and office applications at speeds up to 1.5 Mbps.
HSDPA is a migration technology for the UMTS wireless standard used by leading mobile network operators across Europe, Japan and North America to deliver voice and data services. HSDPA boosts network capacity to carry up to three times as much data traffic and up to twice as many wireless users per cell site compared to today’s UMTS networks. By making more efficient use of the existing network and boosting throughput, HSDPA significantly reduces operating costs while delivering a better end user experience. As such HSDPA will enable faster mobile services like high-resolution interactive gaming, multimedia music tracks, DVD-quality film and video etc.
About Option
Option NV (www.option.com), the wireless technology company, is a leading innovator in the design, development and manufacture of 3G WCDMA (HSDPA and UMTS), EDGE, GPRS, GSM and WLAN technology products for wireless connectivity solutions. Option has built up an enviable reputation for creating exciting products that enhance the performance and functionality of wireless communications. Option’s headquarters are in Leuven, Belgium. The company has Research & Development in Leuven, a Software and Applications Development centre in Adelsried (Germany) and an ISO 9002 Production Engineering and Logistics facility in Cork, Ireland.
For more information please contact:
Douglas Ros, Vice President Business Development & Marketing
Tel +32 (0)16 317 411
E-mail: d.ros@option.com
Frederic Convent, CFO & General Counsel
Tel +32 (0) 16 317 411
E-mail: investor@option.com
Leuven - Belgium, March 8 2005 - Option N.V. (Euronext: OPTI, OPIN.BR), the wireless technology company, today announced that ONE GmbH, serving more than 1,5 million customers, has selected Option’s GlobeTrotter FUSION™, including GlobeTrotter Mobility Manager TM, as innovative wireless broadband data solution for its mobile users.
ONE, which covers 98% of the population, is offering GPRS, UMTS and WLAN services to its customers. ONE is member of the Starmap Mobile Alliance (www.starmapalliance.com) which is helping the company to improve its position in the Austrian market through giving all customers access to excellent services when being abroad and offering a network of partners where customers feel like at home. Turnover end of 2004 reached 705 million Euro's with investments of up to 1.81 billion Euro's. Shareholders include German E.ON (50.10%) Norway's Telenor (17.45%) Orange, France (17.45%) and Denmark's TDC (15%)
In selecting Option’s GlobeTrotter FUSION TM and Option’s Mobility Manager ONE can now offer its mobile users a single data card that gives them access to the 3G/UMTS and GPRS networks and their Wi-Fi hotspot network. This solution from Option gives ONE the opportunity to differentiate itself in a highly competitive Austrian market. ONE’s choice for Option was inspired by Option’s customer driven approach and its European centric operations.
On a 3G network the GlobeTrotter FUSION™ enables broadband connection to the internet at data speeds of up to 384kbps. Move into a range of public Wi-Fi hotspot, the corporate WLAN or your home wireless network and the GlobeTrotter FUSION™ provides connection at speeds up to 54Mbps. In areas where 3G/UMTS or Wi-Fi services are not available GlobeTrotter FUSION™ still ensures reliable and secure data connection over the widely available GPRS services. Option’s GlobeTrotter Mobility Manager™ software enables users of the card to have fast, simple and easy access to wireless data whilst hiding from the user the complexity of underlying wireless 3G/UMTS, GPRS and WLAN technologies.
For more information please contact:
Douglas Ros, Vice President Business Development & Marketing
Tel +32 (0)16 317 411
E-mail: d.ros@option.com
Frederic Convent, CFO and General Counsel
Tel + 32 (0) 16 317 411
E-mail: investor@option.com
About Option
Option NV (www.option.com), the wireless technology company, is a leading innovator in the design, development and manufacture of 3G WCDMA (HSDPA and UMTS), EDGE, GPRS, GSM and WLAN technology products for wireless connectivity solutions. Option has built up an enviable reputation for creating exciting products that enhance the performance and functionality of wireless communications. Option’s headquarters are in Leuven (Belgium). The company has an office in Atlanta (US), Research & Development in Leuven, a Software and Applications development centre in Adelsried (Germany), and an ISO 9002 production engineering and logistics facility in Cork (Ireland).
ONE facts & figures
In October 1998, the communications company ONE (ONE GmbH) launched Austria’s only nation-wide GSM-1800 mobile telephony network. At the end of December 2004 ONE had about 900 employees and more than 1.5 million mobile customers. ONE is the only mobile telephony operator in Austria to offer HSCSD (ONE High Speed), GPRS and UMTS. On 1 July 2003, with ONE WLAN the company launched ONE WLAN and the most dense hotspot network in all of Austria from one provider. ONE places its focus on service, product development and usability, and with ONE SMILE it offers its customers an innovative and easy to use interface. ONE has a population coverage of 98% as well as a banking licence for its 100% subsidiary ONE bank GmbH, the basis of its mobile payment applications. Turnover in 2004 amounted to € 705 million. By the end of 2004, the company had invested a total of € 1.81 billion. ONE is owned by the German E.ON (50.10%), the Norwegian Telenor (17.45%), the French Orange (17.45%) and the Danish TDC (15%).
In case of questions, journalists please contact:
ONE, Florian Pollack, Tel: 0699-1699 2640, E-Mail: florian.pollack@one.at
For this press text and other press information, please refer to: www.one.at/presse/
OPTION - AGENDA FOR THE ANNUAL SHAREHOLDERS' MEETING
The Board of Directors is pleased to invite all holders of securities issued by Option NV (the “Company”) to attend the Annual Shareholders' Meeting, which will take place on Thursday, March 31, 2005 at 10.00 a.m., at the registered office of the Company, Kolonel Begaultlaan 45, 3012 Leuven, Belgium.
The agenda and proposals of decision for this Annual Shareholders' Meeting are the following:
A G E N D A
1. Presentation and discussion of the report of the Board of Directors for the financial year ended on December 31, 2004.
Q&A about Corporate Governance matters.
2. Presentation and discussion of the report of the statutory auditor for the financial year ended on December 31, 2004.
3. Presentation of the annual consolidated accounts and consolidated reports for the financial year ended on December 31, 2004.
4. Approval of the annual statutory accounts for the financial year ended on December 31, 2004 and allocation of results.
Proposal of decision: To approve the annual accounts for the financial year ended on December 31, 2004, including the allocation of results proposed by the Board of Directors.
5. Release of liability of the directors.
Proposal of decision: To release the directors of liability for the performance of their duties in the course of the financial year ended on December31, 2004.
6. Release of liability of the statutory auditor.
Proposal of decision: To release the statutory auditor of liability for the performance of his duties in the course of the financial year ended on December31, 2004.
7. Dismissal and appointment of directors.
Proposal of decision: To act the dismissal of the 2 directors Mr. Alex Brabers (living in 3110 Rotselaar, Sparrenstraat 15 A, civil register number 65.06.06 18-968) and Mr. Dirk Beeusaert (living in 9112 Sinaai, Dries 23, civil register number 64.03.23 37-113), both appointed on the proposal of GIMV limited Company. The term of their office will expire immediately after this Annual Shareholders’ Meeting. The Meeting will decide whether or not to appoint additional directors, from the candidates presented at the Meeting at the latest.
In order to be admitted to the abovementioned Annual Shareholders' Meeting, the holders of securities issued by the Company must follow the provisions of articles 29 and 30 of the Articles of Association of the Company and article 536 of the Companies Code and also fulfil the following formalities: (i) if they are owners of registered shares, notify the Company of their intention to attend the Annual Shareholder’s Meeting, by sending a letter by regular mail to the Company’s registered office; (ii) if they are owners of dematerialised shares deposited through Euroclear, deposit, at the latest five working days prior to the date of the Annual Shareholders' Meeting, a certificate at the registered office of the Company, drawn up by the recognized holder of their securities' accounts or by Euroclear itself, confirming the number of shares registered under the name of the shareholder and declaring that the shares are non-negotiable until the date of said Annual Shareholders' Meeting; and (iii) if they are owners of warrants, they must inform the Company in writing, by an ordinary letter addressed to the registered office of the Company, at least five working days prior to the meetings, of their intention to attend the meeting.
Shareholders can vote by proxy or by letter, using documents drawn up by the Company and which can be obtained at no cost at the registered office of the Company. The proxies have to be deposited at the registered office of the Company at the latest five (5) business days prior to the date of the meeting. The owners of dematerialised shares who whish to vote by proxy or by letter have to deposit, in addition to the documents properly filled out, the certificate drawn up by the recognized holder of their securities' accounts or by Euroclear itself, confirming the number of shares registered under the name of the shareholder and declaring that the shares are non-negotiable until the date of said Annual Shareholders' Meeting.
In order for the vote by letter to be valid, a form must be sent by registered mail with acceptance receipt to the Company’s registered office, which must be sent at the latest six days before the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting (the postage stamp shall serve as proof) and which must contain the following information: (i) mentioning of the complete and accurate indication of the shareholder and of the number of shares he is voting with; (ii) the complete agenda; (iii) the proposals of decision and the voting instructions of the shareholder (for, against and abstain). The shareholder may explain or motivate his or her voting instructions.
A copy of the documents and reports mentioned in the agenda of the Annual Shareholders' Meeting can be obtained at no cost at the registered office of the Company 15 days prior to the Meeting.
The Board of Directors
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About Option
Option NV (www.option.com), the wireless technology company, is a leading innovator in the design, development and manufacture of WCDMA (UMTS and HSDPA), EDGE, GPRS, GSM and WLAN technology products for wireless connectivity solutions. Option has built up an enviable reputation for creating exciting products that enhance the performance and functionality of wireless communications. Option’s headquarters are in Leuven, Belgium. The company has Research & Development in Leuven, a Software and Applications development centre in Adelsried (Germany) and an ISO 9002 production engineering and logistics facility in Cork, Ireland.
For more information please contact:
Frederic Convent, CFO and General Counsel
Tel + 32 (0) 16 317 411
E-mail: investor@option.com
GlobeSurfer III Reference Manual - revised on 5th March 2012
Learn the latest firmware development on the CloudGate
The iCON 7.2 will be updated to:
Firmware 2.5.11
GlobeTrotter Connect for Windows 2.3.0.630
GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC 1.3.0.164
For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7
For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit
The iCON 7.2 will be updated to:
Firmware 2.5.11
GlobeTrotter Connect for Windows 2.3.0.630
GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC 1.3.0.164
For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7
For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit
For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7
For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit
Step by step description on how to set up Dynamic DNS in GlobeSurfer II 7.2
GlobeSurfer III Reference Manual - revised on 5th March 2012
This application is the interface between the GlobeSurfer® III device and your personal desktop. It allows you to see incoming messages, phone calls, etc. on your desktop.
This document provides a description of how to configure an IPSec tunnel on
the GlobeSurfer® III.
This firmware updater cannot be run on a MAC running Safari browser. Please use Firefox or Chrome.
This firmware updater cannot be used for devices purchased through a network operator. Please contact your network operator for further information.
Please read 'What is new in firmware R1N89' document for updates in this firmware revision.
Note: The firmware upgrade process can take up to 20 minutes. Interrupting the process might lead to permanent failure of the device. Note: this update cannot be used with devices purchased through a network operator. Please contact your network operator directly for assistance.
Please read document for new features in this firmware R1N89
This application is the interface between the GlobeSurfer® III device and your personal desktop. It allows you to see incoming messages, phone calls, etc. on your desktop.
Frequently Asked Questions
GlobeSurfer III+ Firmware update procedure
Revised version to include watchdog and SMS control features.
This document provides a description of how to configure an IPSec tunnel on
the GlobeSurfer® III.
This document provides a description of how to configure Port Forwarding rules on the GlobeSurfer® III.
This document provides a description of how to configure the ADSL Failover functionality on the GlobeSurfer® III.
This document provides a description of how to configure a print server and a file server connected to the USB port of the GlobeSurfer III.
GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 for Windows 2000, XP and Vista
Supports up to MAC OSX 10.6
Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.
Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported
uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)
uCAN® Connect software for Windows XP 32bit (SP3 recommended), Windows Vista 32 & 64bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit
GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 for Windows 2000, XP and Vista
Supports up to MAC OSX 10.6
Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.
Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported
uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)
uCAN® Connect software for Windows XP 32bit (SP3 recommended), Windows Vista 32 & 64bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit
The GlobeTrotter Express 7.2 will be updated to:
Firmware 2.5.2
GlobeTrotter Connect for Windows 2.2.0.536
GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC 1.3.0.159
For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7
For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit
For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7
For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit
The GlobeTrotter Express HSUPA device will be updated to :
Firmware 2.12.3Hd
Windows software : GlobeTrotter Connect 3.0.0.866
MAC software : GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC 1.3.0.164
For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7
For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit
The GlobeTrotter Express HSUPA device will be updated to :
Firmware 2.12.3Hd
Windows software : GlobeTrotter Connect 3.0.0.866
MAC software : GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC 1.3.0.164
uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)
GlobeTrotter GT Max 7.2 will be updated to:
Firmware 2.5.11
GlobeTrotter Connect for Windows 2.3.0.630
GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC 1.3.0.164
For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7
For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit
GlobeTrotter GT Max 7.2 will be updated to:
Firmware 2.5.11
GlobeTrotter Connect for Windows 2.3.0.630
GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC 1.3.0.164
For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7
For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit
The GlobeTrotter GT Max HSUPA device will be updated to :
Firmware 2.12.3Hd
Windows software to GlobeTrotter Connect 3.0.0.866
MAC software to GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC 1.3.0.164
For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7
For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit
The GlobeTrotter GT Max HSUPA device will be updated to :
Firmware 2.12.3Hd
Windows software to GlobeTrotter Connect 3.0.0.866
MAC software to GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC 1.3.0.164
For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7
For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit
GlobeTrotter GT Max 7.2 will be updated to:
Firmware 2.5.11
GlobeTrotter Connect for Windows 2.3.0.630
GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC 1.3.0.164
Version 3.0.0.866
Connection software for Windows 2000, XP and Vista
Supports Windows 7 only: - NDIS connection mode: Mobile Broadband - GPS mode: legacy + Sensor and Location Platform
No support for Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista
Supports Windows 7 only: - NDIS connection mode: Mobile Broadband - GPS mode: legacy + Sensor and Location Platform
No support for Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista
Supports Windows 7 only: - NDIS connection mode: Mobile Broadband - GPS mode: legacy + Sensor and Location Platform
No support for Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista
Supports Linux kernel versions 2.6.27 to 3.2
Supports Windows 7 only: - NDIS connection mode: Mobile Broadband - GPS mode: legacy + Sensor and Location Platform
No support for Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista
Windows 7 support: - NDIS connection mode : legacy - GPS mode : legacy
Supports Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista and Windows 7
Supports Linux kernel versions 2.6.27 to 3.2
Supports Windows 7 only: - NDIS connection mode: Mobile Broadband - GPS mode: legacy + Sensor and Location Platform
No support for Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista
Windows 7 support: - NDIS connection mode : legacy - GPS mode : legacy
Supports Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista and Windows 7
Supports Linux kernel versions 2.6.27 to 3.2
Supports Windows 7 only: - NDIS connection mode: Mobile Broadband - GPS mode: legacy + Sensor and Location Platform
No support for Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista
Windows 7 support: - NDIS connection mode : legacy - GPS mode : legacy
Supports Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista and Windows 7
Supports Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista and Windows 7
Supports Linux kernel versions 2.6.27 to 3.2
This upgrader will upgrade the iCON 225 to firmware version 2.5.24
Note: This flasher can only upgrade Option standard iCON 225 devices.
For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7
For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit
Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.
Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported
GlobeTrotter Connect 3.0 for Windows 2000, XP and Vista
GlobeTrotter Connect for MAX OSX 10.3, 10.4, 10.5
For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7
For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit
Firmware upgrader to version 2.12.0
This upgrader is designed for Option standard device only. For devices purchased through a network operator, please contact your operator for assistance.
For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7
For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit
Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.
Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported
Supports up to MAC OSX 10.6
Upgrade firmware to version 2.12.0Hd and software to GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1.0.1086 for Windows and 3.1.19 for MAC OSX
This upgrader is designed for Option standard device only. For devices purchased through a network operator, please contact your operator for assistance.
Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.
Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported
uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)
uCAN® Connect software for Windows XP 32bit (SP3 recommended), Windows Vista 32 & 64bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit
Supports up to MAC OSX 10.6
Connection software for Windows XP, Vista, and 7 (Legacy mode only)
Upgrade firmware to version 2.12.0Hd and software to GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1.0.1162 for Windows and 3.1.78 for MAC OSX
This upgrader is designed for Option standard device only. For devices purchased through a network operator, please contact your operator for assistance.
Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.
Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported
uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)
uCAN® Connect software for Windows XP 32bit (SP3 recommended), Windows Vista 32 & 64bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit
Supports up to MAC OSX 10.6
Connection software for Windows XP, Vista, and 7 (Legacy mode only)
Upgrade firmware to version 2.12.0Hd and software to GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1.0.1162 for Windows and 3.1.78 for MAC OSX
This upgrader is designed for Option standard device only. For devices purchased through a network operator, please contact your operator for assistance.
Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.
Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported
uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)
uCAN® Connect software for Windows XP 32bit (SP3 recommended), Windows Vista 32 & 64bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit
Enables the user to activate or deactivate the GPS port
Enables the user to activate or deactivate the GPS port
Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.
Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported
uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)
uCAN® Connect software for Windows XP 32bit (SP3 recommended), Windows Vista 32 & 64bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit
GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 for MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6
GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 for Windows 2000, XP and Vista
Upgrade frimware to version 3.19.0 (HSDPA category to 14.4 mbps) and software to uCan Connect version 2.2.3.230.
uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)
uCAN® Connect software for Windows XP 32bit (SP3 recommended), Windows Vista 32 & 64bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit
GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 for MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6
GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 for Windows 2000, XP and Vista
Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.
Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported
uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)
uCAN® Connect software for Windows XP 32bit (SP3 recommended), Windows Vista 32 & 64bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit
The download contains a document on how to use the iCON 711 in Linux.
This driver installer can only be used in Windows 7 Mobile Broadband mode. After installation, connection of the Option device can be made through Windows Mobile Broadband instead of using Option connection managers.
Important note: This driver CANNOT be installed on any other Microsoft OS than on the Windows 7.
If you already have installed the GlobeTrotter Connect, this driver package CANNOT be installed on top. This will create a driver conflict.
Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.
Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported
uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)
uCAN® Connect software for Windows XP 32bit (SP3 recommended), Windows Vista 32 & 64bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit
How to manually add an APN or disable the PIN code of your SIM card
Frequently Asked Questions and answers
Quick and easy set up (also details LED status indicators)
Frequently Asked Questions and answers
Frequently Asked Questions and answers
Board of Directors - Verslag Onafhankelijk Expert - Independent Expert Report: UEST NV Fairness opinion on equity valuation at 31 October 2020
Special Report of the Board of Directors - art. 602
Auditor Special Report - art. 602
Option NV - Auditer Special Report: Uitgifte van Converteerbare Obligaties met opheffing van het voorkeurrecht. Verslag van de Commissaris in het kader van artikel 596 en artikel 598 van het Wetboek van Vennootschappen
Special Report of the Board of Directors: Bijzonder verslag van de Raad van Bestuur overeenkomstig artikelen 583 en 596 juncto 598 van het Wetboek van Vennootschappen over de uitgifte van Converteerbare Obligaties
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The articles of association stipulate that the Board of Directors is composed of a minimum of three and a maximum of nine members, who are appointed by the general shareholders meeting for a maximum period of six years. The Board of Directors has to contain at least three independent directors.
The Board of Directors is currently composed of four members, namely: Eric Van Zele (Chairman of the Board of Directors), Raju Dandu, Martine Reynaers and Paul Matthijs.
Eric Van Zele
Mr. Eric Van Zele currently serves as Chairman of Reynaers Aluminium and Crescent NV. He was recently appointed chairman of the E17 network of hospitals and of the Hermes decision committee of The Flemish agency for Innovation and entrepreneurship. He continues to serve as a director of Barco NV. Prior to his current mandates Eric served as president and CEO of Barco NV in Kortrijk from 2009 thru 2016. He served as CEO of Pauwels International (from 2004 thru 2008) and of Telindus nv (2000 thru 2003). Prior to that, he served as Vice President of Raychem Corporation in Menlo park, CA, USA and as Managing Director of Raychem nv in Leuven, Belgium. (1972 thru 1999). He was nominated “Manager of the Year in 2012” and “ICT Personality of 2013”. Eric holds a masters degree in electrical and mechanical engineering from the KUL in Leuven (1972) and postgraduate degrees in management from Stanford University (1992 CA, USA).
Raju Dandu
Mr. Raju S. Dandu is the Founder-Chairman of Danlaw Inc. USA. He is also the Managing Director of Danlaw Technologies India Ltd. He is responsible for strategic planning and corporate management of both companies. Prior to founding Danlaw Inc., he held positions at the University of Iowa hospitals, Ford Motor Company, Dana Corporation and worked as an independent consultant at General Motors. He holds a bachelors’ degree in electronics engineering from Kakinada, India, a masters in electronics from University of Iowa and an MBA from University of Detroit.
Martine Reynaers
In 1980, Martine started her career as Financial Analyst of Technicon in Paris, a subsidiary of the
American Revlon Group.
In 1982, she was appointed Financial Manager of Wexal International Ltd, an aluminium extrusion
company in Enniscorthy, Ireland.
In 1983, she moved to the Reynaers headquarters in Belgium, where she took up the position of
Financial Manager. From 1986 onwards, Martine has been the Managing Director of Reynaers until
June 2021 when she will retire from this position and take on the role of Chair of the Board.
Paul Matthijs
Next to holding several non-executive advisory positions, Paul Matthijs is COO of Vlerick Business School. Prior to this, Paul Matthijs was CEO of Niko until 2019 and held several senior executive positions in R&D, product management and general management in the Medical Imaging and Entertainment division and the Retail and Advertising Venture of Barco. Mr. Matthijs' career at Barco spanned over 30 years. He holds a Master’s degree in Electronic Engineering and an MBA from the Vlerick Business School.
Guy Sips
Equity Analyst
KBC Securities
E-mail: guy.sips@kbcsecurities.be
Address:
Havenlaan 12 SMK 8374, B-1080 Brussels
Gert De Mesure
Analyst
Vlaamse Federatie van Beleggingsclubs en Beleggers
E-mail: gert.de.mesure@skynet.be
Address:
Langestraat 221, B-2240 Zandhoven
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