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Network LIVE and MediaFLO USA Inc. Team to Offer Live Entertainment
Programming to Wireless Multimedia Subscribers
Network LIVE Programming Brings Concerts, Comedy and More to the MediaFLO
USA Service Line-Up
SAN DIEGO AND LOS ANGELES - APRIL 03, 2006 - QUALCOMM Incorporated
(Nasdaq: QCOM), a leading developer and innovator of Code Division Multiple Access
(CDMA) and other advanced wireless technologies, today announced that MediaFLO™
USA Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of QUALCOMM, and Network LIVE, a joint venture
between AOL, XM Satellite Radio and AEG, have signed a multi-year commercial agreement
to provide Network LIVE content and programming for MediaFLO USA's wireless multimedia
service offering.
Network LIVE will develop and distribute programming, including live and prerecorded
concerts, with a blend of established and breakthrough artists, interviews with musical
performers, comedy performances and other special events, via MediaFLO USA, making
Network LIVE content available to MediaFLO USA wireless operator partners. Network LIVE
content is captured in high-definition and Dolby 5.1 surround sound. With this agreement in
place, Network LIVE has extended its reach as the first worldwide horizontal network,
committed to delivering live programming across all major entertainment consumption
platforms in the United States including Internet, radio, television and mobile phones.
In addition to deploying and operating a nationwide media delivery network, MediaFLO USA
is aggregating wireless multimedia content for service delivery on the network. Leveraging
the multicasting capabilities of MediaFLO USA's service, wireless operators can provide this
high-quality multimedia content - such as live performances by superstar, platinum and
breakthrough artists from Network LIVE - to millions of subscribers across the United States
at the same time.
"In today's digital culture, entertainment consumption knows no boundaries. Consumers want
their content when, how and where they want it," said Kevin Wall, CEO of Network LIVE.
"The MediaFLO USA service provides a complete solution for bringing our popular
multimedia programs to wireless subscribers and entertainment fans, expanding our reach in
the United States beyond the Internet, radio and television. With this announcement,
Network LIVE is providing the entertainment industry with multiple interactive connections
with consumers, while in turn giving music and entertainment fans a whole new way of experiencing their favorite artists and events."
"MediaFLO USA is pleased to announce our relationship with Network LIVE as we take a big
step forward in bringing wireless subscribers exciting, high-quality entertainment on their
handsets. MediaFLO USA is committed to ensuring our wireless operator partners have a
wide range of content options to offer their subscribers and Network LIVE helps us fulfill that
promise," said Gina Lombardi, president of MediaFLO USA. "Whether it's a sold-out concert
by a world-class performer or a stand-up comedy routine in an exclusive club, everyone who
enjoys live entertainment will benefit from the Network LIVE content that will be available
through MediaFLO USA services."
Launched in July 2005, Network LIVE is a privately held, joint venture between AOL, XM
Satellite Radio and AEG. As the No. 1 provider of live digital entertainment, Network LIVE is
committed to redefining the creation and distribution of live content in the digital age. Its bestin-
class, multi-partner network provides unprecedented reach for live offerings through
broadband, satellite radio, satellite television, digital movie theatres and mobile phones
throughout the United States and the world. Network LIVE combines the energy and urgency
of the live moment with a level of access to live entertainment that can only be delivered to
audiences across an on-demand digital network.
MediaFLO USA Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of QUALCOMM Incorporated that will offer
interactive wireless multimedia services to consumers in cooperation with U.S. wireless
operators. MediaFLO USA's nationwide network, based on FLO™ technology, will deliver
high-quality video and audio programming to third-generation (3G) mobile phones.
MediaFLO USA is working with leading content providers to aggregate and mobilize
compelling programs and services to create new market opportunities for the entire wireless
value chain and deliver on the promise of wireless multimedia.
QUALCOMM Incorporated (www.qualcomm.com) is a leader in developing and delivering innovative digital wireless communications products and services based on CDMA and other
advanced technologies. Headquartered in San Diego, Calif., QUALCOMM is included in the
S&P; 500 Index and is a 2005 FORTUNE 500® company traded on The Nasdaq Stock
Market® under the ticker symbol QCOM.
Except for the historical information contained herein, this news release contains forwardlooking
statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, including the Company's ability
to successfully design and have manufactured significant quantities of CDMA components
on a timely and profitable basis, the extent and speed to which CDMA, FLO technology and
the MediaFLO USA Inc. network are deployed, change in economic conditions of the various
markets the Company serves, as well as the other risks detailed from time to time in the
Company's SEC reports, including the report on Form 10-K for the year ended September
25, 2005, and most recent Form 10-Q.
QUALCOMM is a registered trademark of QUALCOMM Incorporated. MediaFLO and FLO
are trademarks of QUALCOMM Incorporated. All other trademarks are the property of their
respective owners.
QUALCOMM Contacts:
Kristi Craft, MediaFLO USA
Phone: 1-858-658-5220
Email:
[email protected]
Jeremy James, Corporate Communications
Phone: 1-858-651-1641
Email:
[email protected]
Bill Davidson, Investor Relations
Phone: 1-858-658-4813
Email:
[email protected]
Network LIVE Contacts:
Elisa Wiefel, Marketing
Phone: 1-310-550-3831
Email:
[email protected]
Dani Dudeck, Public Relations
Phone: 1-323-202-1890
Email:
[email protected]
