CHICAGO, Sep 1, 2004 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- PCTEL, Inc. (NASDAQ:PCTI), a global leader in simplifying mobility, announced today that its Mobility Solutions Group has released the latest version of its Roaming Client. This new release now includes support for 3G standards and networks, such as EDGE and UMTS.

"Our new Roaming Client enables carriers to simplify and manage the consumer's mobile data experience," said Marty Singer, Chairman and CEO of PCTEL. "The rapid deployment of 3G networks that co-exist with GPRS and Wi-Fi creates a need for software that permits users to connect to the Internet over multiple wireless networks. Our Roaming Client accomplishes that while permitting carriers to manage preferences, policy and information via our Central Configuration Server," added Singer.

PCTEL's Roaming Client allows users to establish EDGE or UMTS data sessions through compatible cellular phones or PC card modems. When using a mobile phone, the user has the option of transmitting data through the phone over Bluetooth, Infrared, or USB cable connections. The Roaming Client enables users to always connect to the fastest and most cost-effective network any time and in almost any location. The Roaming Client can automatically locate and connect to preferred data services and transition the user to better connectivity options as they become available. For example, if a user drives out of UMTS coverage, the PCTEL Roaming Client will automatically attempt to reconnect the user to an available GPRS network. Also, the network provider or end-user can define and manage the preferences for the automatic connection to wide area (GPRS/EDGE/UMTS) or Wi-Fi networks.

In addition, the PCTEL Roaming Client now features a smart "Device Installation Wizard." This component simplifies network operators' introduction of additional devices and device drivers to the market. During the initial connection to the wireless network, PCTEL's Device Installation Wizard automatically recognizes compatible hardware and installs the appropriate drivers. This takes place for both phones and PC card modems. Wireless carriers are embracing this capability as an efficient way to reduce operating costs, because this feature enables them to ship a single piece of software that supports all the devices on the network.

PCTEL's GPRS/EDGE /UMTS and Wi-Fi supported Roaming Client is now shipping with AT&T Wireless EDGE PC Card modems.

PCTEL's Roaming Client provides mobile users secure, seamless access and roaming capabilities across Wi-Fi and cellular data networks. The Roaming Client enables rapid scanning of available networks and a user-friendly connection process. The client has also been bundled with 802.11 chipsets and licensed to major carriers within and outside the U.S.

About PCTEL

PCTEL (NASDAQ:PCTI), founded in March 1994, is a global leader in simplifying mobility. PCTEL's Mobility Solutions' software tools simplify installation, roaming, Internet access and billing. PCTEL's RF Solutions' portfolio of OEM receivers and receiver-based products measure and monitor cellular networks. PCTEL's MAXRAD Product Group designs, distributes, and supports innovative antenna solutions that facilitate and simplify wireless communications. PCTEL protects its leadership position with a portfolio of more than 130 analog and broadband communications and wireless patents, issued or pending, including key and essential patents for modem technology. The company's products are sold or licensed to PC manufacturers, PC card and board manufacturers, wireless carriers, wireless ISPs, distributors, wireless test and measurement companies, and system integrators. PCTEL headquarters are located at 8725 West Higgins Road, Suite 400, Chicago, IL 60631. Telephone: 773-243-3000. For more information, please visit our web site at: http://www.pctel.com.

PCTEL Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains forward-looking statements as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Specifically, these forward looking statements include, but are not limited to, the statements regarding the potential network provider and end user benefits resulting from the distribution and use of a new release of PCTEL's Roaming Client, including the simplified end user experience that enables roaming among EDGE and UMTS networks through compatible cellular phones or PC card modems. These statements are based on PCTEL's current expectations and anticipated customer benefits and product capabilities may differ materially from those projected as a result of certain risks and uncertainties. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, PCTEL's success at marketing, selling and supporting these products and services; potential delays or errors in product and service development; whether such products and services achieve market acceptance; PCTEL's ability to forecast customer requirements; competition from other providers of wireless technology, and pricing uncertainties with respect to these products and services. The risks and uncertainties in PCTEL's business, including but not limited to those detailed from time to time in PCTEL's Securities and Exchange Commission filings, can affect results. These forward-looking statements are made only as of the date hereof, and PCTEL disclaims any obligation to update or revise the information contained in any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise

SOURCE: PCTEL, Inc.

PCTEL, Inc.
John Schoen, 773-243-3000
or
Jack Seller, 773-243-3016
jack_seller@pctel.com

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