P1 Introduces New WiMAX Modem with Integrated WiFi and Voice Functionality

P1’s latest modem incorporates functionalities guided by consumer input to deliver even better ease of use and a truly wireless high-speed broadband experience.

Kuala Lumpur – Packet One Networks (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. (“P1”) – Malaysia’s first and leading WiMAX telco recently revealed its latest WiMAX modem – the DV230 – that seamlessly integrates WiMAX, WiFi and voice functionalities into one stylish and compact device.

The DV230 is P1’s newest WiMAX modem developed based on customer input and integrates WiFi router functionality to deliver truly wireless, hassle-free Internet connectivity to multiple users from one device with just one connection.

The DV230 combined with P1 W1MAX high-performance network provides the perfect solution to subscribers who typically share one connection with multiple computers. With the built-in WiFi router function in the DV230 and the superior performance offered by WiMAX technology, users do not have to purchase a WiFi router separately nor sacrifice on speed and performance.

“The DV230 WiMAX modem is designed based on customers’ feedback. These customers have enjoyed the high-performance wireless benefits of P1 W1MAX and want an easy-to-setup device to share the speed and performance of P1 W1MAX without the associated costs of purchasing additional equipments. The DV230 delivers this and makes next-generation wireless broadband access affordable,” said Michael Lai, Chief Executive Officer, P1.

“As a customer-centric telco, we will continuously improve our product and service offerings to always deliver what our customers want and fulfill the P1 brand promise of providing broadband for all,” he added.

In addition to making setting up high-speed WiFi networks simple and affordable, the DV230 maximises P1 W1MAX strengths by allowing users to create micro hotspots where P1 W1MAX coverage is available. With the DV230, subscribers can tap into the widely available P1 W1MAX networks outside their homes and offices and share it with their friends and family. With the DV230, P1 W1MAX subscribers can essentially bring their high-performance wireless hotpot anywhere where P1 W1MAX coverage is available.

The DV230 is also future ready with next-generation voice capabilities. The device is equipped with a port that allows normal phones to be plugged straight into the modem. This will offer the option of future product and service upgrades to P1’s subscribers without incurring much additional costs.

“With the DV230 WiMAX modem we want to bring our subscribers closer to the full potential of what WiMAX technology can offer. With ease-of-use and future upgradability made standard in our latest offering, the DV230 perfectly encapsulates the P1 brand promise of being a challenger in the broadband market by delivery superior value and functionality.” Lai concluded.

The DV230 is available with 12- and 24-months subscription plans. As an added bonus, the DV230 is provided free with two years warranty for the device when customers subscribe to selected 24-months P1 W1MAX plans.