Gemalto and Microsoft join forces to provide seamless connectivity for Windows 10 devices
(Thomson Reuters ONE) -
Amsterdam, February 21, 2017 - Gemalto (Euronext NL0000400653 GTO), the world
leader in digital security, is presenting the newest release of its On Demand
Connectivity and eSIM technology for Windows 10 devices, in connection with
Microsoft. Gemalto's release is compliant with the latest specifications and
guidelines for remote SIM provisioning as laid out by the GSM Association
(GSMA), a global association of mobile device makers and mobile network
operators.
Gemalto and Microsoft have teamed up to make this advance a reality for end
users to have a secure and ubiquitous connectivity experience. Gemalto's On-
Demand Connectivity subscription management solution, together with Windows 10
native eSIM support enable consumers to seamlessly manage the connectivity
experience of their devices.
The eSIM is designed to be remotely provisioned by mobile network operators
with subscription information and is globally interoperable across all carriers,
device makers and technology providers implementing the specification. This
technology will serve as the framework devices of all shapes and sizes use to
connect to operator networks. The first wave of devices with this technology is
expected to be available to consumers this holiday 2017.
"eSIM technology remains an important investment for Microsoft as we look to
create even more mobile computing opportunities," said Roanne Sones, General
Manager, Strategy and Ecosystem for Windows and Devices, Microsoft. "As a key
component for the Always Connected Windows experience, we worked closely with
Gemalto to develop a solution that meets the new GSMA guidelines."
"Gemalto has created a complete range of subscription management software and
services to manage the eSIM life cycle in mobile devices," said Rodrigo Serna,
Senior Vice President of Mobile Services and IoT Americas at Gemalto. "We will
continue to work closely with Microsoft and the GSMA to further these advances
while protecting the security of end users, who rely on their mobile devices to
make everyday life easier."
About Gemalto
Gemalto (Euronext NL0000400653 GTO) is the global leader in digital security,
with 2015 annual revenues of ?3.1 billion and customers in over 180 countries.
We bring trust to an increasingly connected world.
Our technologies and services enable businesses and governments to authenticate
identities and protect data so they stay safe and enable services in personal
devices, connected objects, the cloud and in between.
Gemalto's solutions are at the heart of modern life, from payment to enterprise
security and the internet of things. We authenticate people, transactions and
objects, encrypt data and create value for software - enabling our clients to
deliver secure digital services for billions of individuals and things.
Our 14,000+ employees operate out of 118 offices, 45 personalization and data
centers, and 27 research and software development centers located in 49
countries.
For more information visit www.gemalto.com or follow (at)gemalto on Twitter.
Gemalto media contacts:
Philippe Benitez Kristel Teyras Shintaro Suzuki
Americas Europe Middle East & Asia Pacific
+1 512 257 3869 Africa +65 6317 8266
philippe.benitez(at)gemalto.com +33 1 55 01 57 89 shintaro.suzuki(at)gemalto.com
kristel.teyras(at)gemalto.com
Vivian Liang
Greater China
+86 1059373046
vivian.liang(at)gemalto.com
Press release (PDF):
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