Novatel Wireless and Dataradio Announce Agreement to Provide Integrated Wireless Modem Technology

Business Wire, Feb 13, 2001

Business Editors/High-Tech Writers

SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 13, 2001

Novatel Wireless, Inc. (Nasdaq:NVTL), a leading provider of wireless data modems and software, and Dataradio, Inc., a principal designer and manufacturer of private wireless data products and networks, announced an agreement to provide an integrated technology solution optimizing reliability and response time for public safety and utility users previously confined to single technology solutions.

"The combination of Novatel Wireless and Dataradio products allows access to information which is critical to the safety and effectiveness of field workers," said Luke St. James, vice president of major accounts for Novatel Wireless. "Complex messages, congested voice communication and limited human resources are some of the issues that can be addressed by taking advantage of the new combined private and public networks."

Under the terms of the agreement, Dataradio will package Novatel Wireless' Lancer 3W(TM) Wireless 3 Watt Modem for CDPD together with their conventional radio-modem technologies. The resulting dual-mode solution will be distributed along with the stand-alone Lancer 3W and Merlin(TM) Wireless PC Card Modem for CDPD through Dataradio's direct and indirect sales forces throughout North America. The solutions will be targeted to public safety and utility market segments and will provide seamless and efficient connectivity to both private and public networks.

About Novatel Wireless, Inc.

Novatel Wireless, Inc. is a leading provider of wireless data modems and software for use with handheld computing devices and portable personal computers. The company delivers innovative and comprehensive solutions that enable businesses and consumers to access personal, corporate and public information through email, enterprise networks and the Internet. Novatel Wireless also offers wireless data modems and custom engineering services for hardware integration projects in a wide range of vertical applications. The Novatel Wireless product portfolio includes the Minstrel(R) family of Wireless Palmtop Modems, Merlin(TM) Wireless PC Cards, Sage(R) Wireless Serial Modems, Lancer 3W(TM) Wireless 3 Watt Modems and Expedite(TM) family of Wireless Embedded Modules. Headquartered in San Diego, California, Novatel Wireless is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market (Nasdaq:NVTL). For more information, please visit the Novatel Wireless web site: www.novatelwireless.com or call 888/888-9231.

About Dataradio

Dataradio Inc. is a leading designer and manufacturer of advanced wireless data products and systems for mission critical applications. Our products are found at the heart of mobile data as well as automation and control networks around the world. With nearly 20 years dedicated to wireless data technology and innovation, Dataradio is the source for private data-by-radio solutions. For more information, please visit our website at www.dataradio.com.

In Regards to Novatel Wireless: This release contains forward-looking statements, which are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. 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. These factors include risks relating to technological changes, 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 and other regulatory agencies.

Note to Editors: The Novatel Wireless logo, Minstrel, Minstrel V, Minstrel S, Merlin, Sage, Lancer 3W and Expedite are trademarks of Novatel Wireless, Inc. Minstrel and Sage are registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. All other brands, products and company names mentioned herein are trademarks of their respective holders.