Axalto announced it has been selected by DoCoMo to supply advanced USIM cards for DoCoMo 3G services. The Axalto USIM proved to be an ideal vehicle to solve national and international roaming issues of DoCoMo, while providing strong support to its 3G migration process. Designed to ensure the continuity of service for DoCoMo’s subscribers regardless of the network technologies, DoCoMo users will be able to connect with PDC network when in Japan, as well as internationally with W-CDMA and GSM networks when overseas. 

Uniquely designed to meet DoCoMo’s rigorous security specifications and embedded with its PKI (Public key Infrastructure) feature, the Axalto USIM card integrates the operator’s 3G technology to enable high-speed, large-capacity data transmission, as well as a variety of applications requiring secure digital signature, such as Internet access, web mail, remote log-in or mobile commerce.

“Axalto is proud to have been chosen by a wireless service provider such as DoCoMo, a leading operator dedicated to satisfying its subscribers and recognized by the industry players for spreading W-CDMA-based 3G services throughout the world,” commented Tan Teck Lee, President Asia, Axalto. “As its key supplier, we look forward to leverage on our strong technological leadership to continue enabling DoCoMo to offer their customers leading-edge services that are personal, secure and convenient.” Source

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