Novatel Wireless to Showcase MiFi Intelligent Mobile Hotspot SMB and Consumer Applications at Mobile World Congress App Planet

BARCELONA, Spain, Feb. 15 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Mobile World Congress (AV-52 and 7A45) -- Novatel Wireless, Inc. (Nasdaq: NVTL), a leading provider of wireless broadband access solutions, today announced that it will be showcasing innovative applications developed for the MiFi™ Intelligent Mobile Hotspot platform at Mobile World Congress 2010 in Barcelona, Spain at App Planet in Hall 7, Booth 7A45 from February 15-18.

The Novatel Wireless exclusive MiFi software platform includes features and functionality that transform the MiFi from a connectivity device to a full-scale Intelligent Mobile Hotspot. The MiFi software platform allows any WiFi-enabled device to take advantage of its applications, and its onboard Web server enables the MiFi to connect to remote data locations, retrieve data and present it to the user either online or offline.  The platform architecture is designed to ensure that the operator's network is protected, while maintaining the ability for new applications and services to be field-deployed to generate additional ARPU.

Novatel Wireless will be demonstrating applications including:

• AutoVPN: an always-available, secure service-delivery platform for SMB and enterprise secure remote access.  While providing another level of security for mobile broadband users, MiFi AutoVPN simplifies VPN configuration and maintenance and is compatible with leading VPN server gateways.
• NovaDrive: an application that allows users to store and access files from local storage, removable storage, or cloud storage from multiple locations on any device that supports a browser and Wi-Fi connection.  Security and location features are also supported for the mobile users that extend performance beyond storage and retrieval to the cloud.
• MiFi PhotoSharing Application with Eye-Fi: a MiFi application that enables users to easily and instantly upload photos and video from wherever they are.

"The MiFi software platform provides a universe of potential for new applications across multiple markets.  With the unprecedented MiFi Landing Page, on-board Linux-based application processing support, an on-board Web server and media storage capabilities, the MiFi software platform provides a variety of exciting and innovative opportunities for consumer and SMB application development," said Rob Hadley, CMO, Novatel Wireless. "The platform provides new revenue opportunities for operators and enables markets and usage patterns that have never before existed."

Novatel Wireless will be in the Avenue Pavilion, AV-52 and in the App Planet Pavilion, 7A45 from Feb. 15-18, 2010.

ABOUT NOVATEL WIRELESS

Novatel Wireless, Inc. is a leader in the design and development of innovative wireless broadband access solutions based on 3G and 4G wireless technologies. Novatel Wireless' USB modems, embedded modules, Intelligent Mobile Hotspot products and software enable high-speed wireless Internet access on leading wireless data networks.  The Company delivers specialized wireless solutions to carriers, distributors, OEMs and vertical markets worldwide.  Headquartered in San Diego, California, Novatel Wireless is listed onNASDAQ: NVTL.  For more information please visit www.novatelwireless.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 www.sec.gov) and other regulatory agencies.

(C) 2010 Novatel Wireless.  All rights reserved.  The Novatel Wireless name, logo and MiFi are trademarks of Novatel Wireless, Inc.  Other product or service names mentioned herein are the trademarks of their respective owners.

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