Sun Launches Early Access to Next Generation Mobile Java
Platform
Next Generation Java ME Platform Keeps Developers at the
Forefront of Breakthrough
Applications
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF. JAVAONE CONFERENCE, May 16, 2006 Sun
Microsystems, Inc. (NASDAQ: SUNW), the creator and leading advocate
of Java technology, today announced early access to a suite of
tools and platform products supporting the new standard blueprint
for next-generation Java Platform Micro Edition (Java ME)
application development, delivering advanced graphical
applications for Java
technology-enabled phones.
Based on the new Mobile Service Architecture -- Java Specification
Request (JSR) 248 and JSR 209 (Advanced Graphical User Interfaces)
specifications -- these new products will enable the efficient
development of mobile applications with rich multi-media functions,
3D graphics, location-based services, mobile payment capabilities,
Bluetooth support and more compelling interfaces.
Laptop Battery The Java ME platform has emerged as the clear platform of choice
for mobile applications developers. One indication of the
platform's momentum is the rapid growth of the Java Verified
Program, which has experienced a 10-fold year-over-year increase in
the number of certifications. The program is bringing more
accountability into the mobility application
ecosystem and is expanding to meet
market needs with next-generation Unified Test Criteria, new
program services and shortened turn-around time. Industry-leading
handset manufacturers LGE and Samsung have recently joined the
ranks of the Java Verified Program.
With Laplink Gold 12, based, remote, or mobile employees or volunteers can remotely access complete workstation or server resources from their home or laptop computers. based email, files, databases and applications can be at their fingertips, no matter where the user is or where their data is located. They can also synchronize folders, launch applications, and even reboot a PC or server from any remote location. And Laplink Gold 12 is compatible with any existing firewall and router configurations, providing unparalleled security and simplicity.
Thinkpad "With handsets becoming more sophisticated, the Java ME platform
is evolving to meet these new capabilities. The addition of
technology to support functionality such as rich multi-media
collaboration, animation and customized phone environments is a
major step forward for the platform," said Alan Brenner, vice
president, Client Systems Group at Sun. "JSR 248 and JSR 209
provide a glimpse at the kinds of handset applications consumers
will begin seeing reach the market next year."
In addition to his comments on videogame prices, Probst said that he does not expect Sony to have a head start on the next generation of videogame consoles. Probst said that it is probably impossible to predict whether the PlayStation 3 will launch in late or early 2006, and said "It might turn out that PlayStation 3 is launched earlier in Japan than it is in North America and Europe." Probst also said that he believes Microsoft and Sony will be "closer in market share [in the next generation] than they were in this cycle."
Microsoft To support the new specifications, Sun previewed several key
products for Java ME application developers, handset manufacturers
and operators:
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Laptop Computers * Sun Wireless Toolkit for Connected Limited Device
Configuration (CLDC) with Mobile Services Architecture (MSA) or JSR
248 support, a beta release planned for June 2006. This updated
product provides the support necessary to allow applications
written to the supported APIs in JSR 248 to be tested and
debugged.
* Sun Java Wireless Client, MSA or JSR 248 subset support, to be
released in May 2006, will serve as the basis of the software stack
that maximizes the number of applications that can run on a
handset.
* Java Device Test Suite (JDTS) 2.0, a test suite to support MSA
or JSR 248, to be released in May 2006, enables handset operators
and manufacturers to test implementations to verify consistent
behavior and quality.
* Early access to the new Sun Java Toolkit for Connected Device
Configuration (CDC), for May 2006 release, offers cutting edge
performance, multitasking capabilities and portability to enable
deployment of rich digital media, mobile devices, and other
embedded devices.
* Early access to a new NetBeans extension, NetBeans Mobility Pack
for CDC, also for May 2006, provides developers with the ability to
create advanced mobile
applications for CDC-based devices.
Zend & Sun Collaborate In addition to working together on the Sun Java System platform, Zend and Sun have created a new Java Specification ( 223) to allow PHP web scripting to integrate tightly with Java. based business logic.
Laptop Computer For more information about Java ME early access products and
tools, visit http://java.sun.com/javame and
http://www.netbeans.org/products/mobility. Further details on JSR
248 and JSR 209 can be found at
http://www.jcp.org/en/jsr/overview.
Zend and Sun have teamed up on a number of initiatives to advance PHP use in the enterprise. Zend and Sun created a new Java Specification ( 223) to allow PHP web scripting to integrate tightly with Java. In addition, as an iForce Partner, Zend works with Sun to make the Sun ONE Web Server a premiere platform for PHP deployment. For rmation, see www.zend. sun.
Desktop Computer For more information about announcements and press activities at
the JavaOne Conference, please visit:
http://www.sun.com/aboutsun/media/presskits/javaone2006.
Notebooks About the Java Verified Program
Lenovo Founded in 2004, the Java Verified Program provides one-stop,
cost-effective testing and qualification for Java Micro Edition
(Java ME) software applications on devices. The Java Verified
Program has dramatically increased the number of applications
tested since 2005. As many as 800+ applications are verified
monthly for leading content providers from across the globe. Once
an application has been verified, it is entitled to carry the Java
Powered logo. The Java brand has astonishing global awareness. For
more information about the Java Verified Program, visit
http://javaverified.com.
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Conference
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technology developers. Established in 1996, the Conference provides
Java technology enthusiasts the opportunity to learn about the
latest Java technology innovations, get hands-on experience,
network with their peers, and have the opportunity to engage
directly with industry leaders. For more information about the
JavaOne Conference, visit http://java.sun.com/javaone/sf.
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