InnoPath Announces OTA Deployment in the US with SANYO; Implementation

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    SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 6, 2005--InnoPath Software, Inc. (formerly DoOnGo Technologies), the industry leader in over-the-air (OTA) mobile device software management, today announced that SANYO Electric Co., Ltd. (SANYO), a manufacturer and distributor of consumer and commercial electronics, will deploy its DeltaUpgrade Plus(TM) OTA solution on handsets available in the US. SANYO will deploy InnoPath's DeltaUpgrade Plus OTA client solution to provide fast and efficient delivery of software upgrades to Sprint PCS subscribers. With InnoPath's OTA solution already embedded on the SANYO MM 7400 handset model, Sprint PCS mobile phone subscribers have a way to seamlessly and efficiently update handset software and firmware over-the-air to keep their handsets current.
    "As wireless handsets become more like a PC and the software complexity increases, the ability to quickly and cost-effectively deploy software updates on these new devices has become a major focus for carriers," said Ken Hyers, senior analyst, In-Stat/MDR. "As next-generation mobile technologies continue to gain popularity in the U.S., incorporating OTA technology into their services will become a requirement for every wireless operator."
    InnoPath's DeltaUpgrade Plus solution provides a fast, cost-effective way to deliver software upgrades that include the latest improvements and enhancements directly to customer's phones. Using InnoPath's DeltaUpgrade Plus OTA solution, wireless subscribers can conveniently get upgrades directly on their phone without visiting a retail store or calling customer service. InnoPath's OTA mobile device management solution enables wireless operators to provide an unmatched user experience to subscribers by providing fast updates and better personalization options.
    "We are very excited to work with InnoPath and Sprint to provide one of the first OTA software management solution to subscribers in the US," said Mr. Hiroyuki Kusaka, General Manager, Software Department, Telecom Company of SANYO. "Using InnoPath's DeltaUpgrade Plus device management system, our solution will deliver reliable commercial performance to huge user numbers and at the same time improve customer satisfaction and minimize support costs.
    "Working with SANYO and Sprint, two established leaders in the wireless industry, is yet another significant milestone for InnoPath and demonstrates our capability to apply our extensive experience gained in the Asia market to North America," said Dr. Luosheng Peng, CEO, chairman and co-founder of InnoPath. "This announcement further enhances InnoPath's position as the commercial global leader for providing OTA software update solutions."
    InnoPath is the first company to commercially introduce OTA-capable phones on public wireless networks and the company's software management client is used in more than 35 million handsets with 1.5 million handsets shipped monthly. Through its relationships with leading handset manufacturers and two carriers in Asia, InnoPath has helped to bring the first commercialized OTA-capable phones to market.

    About SANYO Electric Co., Ltd.

    SANYO Electric Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq:SANYY) is one of the global consumer electronics giants leading the way in technology innovation for its strategic business domains "Digital & Device" and "Energy & Ecology." SANYO's businesses cover a broad range from AV/Information and Communications Equipment, Home Appliances, Commercial Equipment, Electronic Devices, Batteries and Others. For further information, please visit SANYO's web site at http://www.global-sanyo.com/.

    About InnoPath

    InnoPath Software provides an easier, cost-effective way to deliver the best possible user experience on handsets through faster updates and by enabling better personalization. InnoPath is the only over-the-air mobile device management company actively updating handset software in commercial deployments. Its flagship product, DeltaUpgrade Plus(TM), helps wireless operators and handset manufacturers keep mobile device software and firmware current and functional. Today more than 35 million active subscribers are experiencing the value of patented InnoPath update-ready technology. Headquartered in San Jose, California, InnoPath is a privately held company with two offices in the US and worldwide offices in China, Japan, Korea and UK. For information, please visit InnoPath at www.innopath.com.

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CONTACT: InnoPath Software Brenda Eberly, 408-678-2925 beberly@innoPath.com or Schwartz Communications, Inc. (for InnoPath) Leslie Johnson, 415-512-0770 InnoPath@west.schwartz-pr.com

KEYWORD: CALIFORNIA TRACK INDUSTRY KEYWORD: HARDWARE COMPUTERS/ELECTRONICS TELECOMMUNICATIONS SOFTWARE NETWORKING TRADESHOW PRODUCT SOURCE: InnoPath Software

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