New built-in Multipoint Control Unit (MCU) videoconferencing capability will reduce operational costs for SMBs

Dubai, UAE, July 17, 2006 - Huawei Technologies Co Ltd. ("Huawei"), a leader in providing next generation telecommunications network solutions for operators, has added a number of videoconferencing products and functions to enhance the business competitiveness of small and medium enterprises (SMBs).

The company has released an integrated video and audio conferencing system solution that satisfies the needs of SMBs who are increasingly looking for high quality audiovisual conferencing equipment.  The new solution is made up of Huawei's high definition group video terminals ViewPoint8066 and ViewPoint8033, videophone ViewPoint8220 and ViewPoin8210.

With built-in MCU functions, the new video conferencing terminals support six channels of video access and six channels of voice access. For voice access, the terminals allow for direct connection with internet protocol (IP) enabled phones or the provided voice fittings. The system supports PSTN/GSM/CDMA dial-in from up to six locations, and a conference of up to 12 sites in total, combining video and phone conferences.

"Huawei's new video conferencing solution can be tailored to individual customer requirements depending on the number of video terminals and videophones they need. It is secure, easy to install, use, maintain and features the latest technologies," said Wang Jiading, vice president, Huawei Technologies, Middle East and North Africa region.

"As a telecom manufacturer for more than 10 years, Huawei is highly committed to bringing high-value and cost-effective solutions to our customers worldwide. We have developed this solution specifically to address the communication needs of small and medium sized enterprises in a competitive world," Jiading added.

"This solution will satisfy small to medium sized business users who are looking for a simple but powerful communication solution at a reasonable cost," said Victor Chu, Director of International Markets, Fixed Network Terminals, Huawei Technologies. "Huawei works to provide our customers with a high-quality, integrated video service, at a competitive price that allows businesses to compete globally."

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Notes to editors:
Some of the key benefits and features incorporated in Huawei's new products include:

 Security. Participants can be monitored by list

 Easy to install. No management software is required. Any device can be used in the solution after configuring its IP addresses

 Easy of use. New joiners to conference calls simply dial a number

 Easy to maintain. Huawei provides maintenance through Telnet which is more convenient for the remote user

 Supports the latest H.264 technology providing a clear and fluent image

 Supports the latest H.239 technology. With built in SXGA input/output interfaces, the resolution of PPT transmission is 1280 1024, which is the highest in the industry, making it possible to share Microsoft Word/Excel documents

 Sites can be called from the local address book, to avoid complicated memory of IP address calling in traditional built-in MCU

About Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. ("Huawei") is a leader in providing next generation telecommunications network solutions for operators around the world. The company is dedicated to providing innovative and customized products, services and solutions to create long-term value and potential growth for its customers. Huawei's products and solutions are deployed in over 100 countries and serve 28 of the world's top 50 operators, as well as over one billion users worldwide.

For more information, please visit www.huawei.com.

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