MiFi 3352 Intelligent Mobile Hotspot with DLNA Capabilities Now Available Across Europe Through Four Distributors

SAN DIEGO, September 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --

European Distribution Expanded for MiFi Intelligent Mobile Hotspot with Multimedia Support for DLNA

Novatel Wireless, Inc. (Nasdaq: NVTL), a provider of wireless broadband access solutions, today announced its MiFi® 3352 Intelligent Mobile Hotspot with DLNA media server capabilities is now available through additional distributors in the European market, including MobilX, Multiplex, Siglo and IME.

The MiFi DLNA® Server resides on the MiFi 3352 Intelligent Mobile Hotspot and runs on the MiFi OS™ as an application to provide simple, hassle-free media sharing. The MiFi DLNA Server enables users to browse, play and share movies, music and photos anywhere, anytime, on any DLNA-compatible device. Users effortlessly access their media stored on a microSDHC™ card inserted in the MiFi device, stream to their screen of choice and enjoy.

"The DLNA CERTIFIED® MiFi 3352 Intelligent Mobile Hotspot improves the end user experience by allowing access to a user's personal content such as video, music or pictures and allowing that content to be shared across multiple devices while on-the-go," said Rob Hadley, CMO of Novatel Wireless. "We are excited in the interest of both our intelligent mobile hotspot and DLNA Certified devices in Europe and believe the addition of four distribution partners in the region will enable us to provide our innovative mobile broadband solutions to a broader range of customers."

The evolution of MiFi OS to support DLNA capabilities adds to the robust line of productivity applications for the MiFi, which already includes widgets for GeoSearch, GeoWeather, data usage tracking and SMS. The device's ease-of-use combined with its advanced mobile broadband functionality is driving the adoption of the MiFi as the preferred connectivity method for anyone looking to stay connected on their Wi-Fi capable gadgets.

The MiFi 3352 Intelligent Mobile Hotspot with MiFi OS and DLNA support is available immediately through MobilX, Multiplex, Siglo and IME.

About Novatel Wireless  

Novatel Wireless, Inc. is a leader in the design and development of intelligent wireless solutions based on 2G, 3G and 4G technologies providing wireless connectivity. The company delivers specialized wireless solutions to carriers, distributors, retailers, OEMs and vertical markets worldwide. Product lines include MiFi Intelligent Mobile Hotspots, Ovation USB modems, Expedite embedded modules, Enfora smart M2M modules, and Enfora integrated M2M solutions. These innovative products provide anywhere, anytime communications solutions for consumers and enterprises. Headquartered in San Diego, California, Novatel Wireless is listed on NASDAQ: NVTL. For more information please visit http://www.nvtl.com. (NVTLG)

This release may contain forward-looking statements, which are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended to date.  These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties.  A number of important factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements contained herein.  These factors include risks relating to technological changes, new product introductions, continued acceptance of Novatel Wireless' products and dependence on intellectual property rights.  These factors, as well as other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, are discussed in more detail in Novatel Wireless' filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (available at http://www.sec.gov) and other regulatory agencies.  

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