19.05.2008

PHOTO PLAY online via 3G-Network!

The high standard of technological competency from funworld has once again made it possible to set a further benchmark in the development of PHOTO PLAY. With the aid of the new 3G-Datakit (UMTS) it is possible to network terminals (PRO Generation and SPIRIT Xtreme) anywhere at any time without additional cables even in regions which have weak Internet coverage.

As of right now two small radio modems (Huawei e220 / e270) with special PHOTO PLAY software configuration can take the place of conventional Internet lines and create mobile broadband Internet access rapidly and at a good price. Operators can therefore save themselves the troublesome laying of internet access lines and high installation costs.

3G-networked PHOTO PLAYS already operating in Italy, Spain, Germany and Great Britain

The new, mobile networking technology of PHOTO PLAY terminals was used at international fairs last year already, and has been intensively tested under country specific conditions. To guarantee the best possible provider conditions agreements are being closed with partners and providers in individual countries at the moment.

“In Italy, Spain, Germany and Great Britain the first PHOTO PLAY terminals have been 3G-networked, further countries will follow continually. Feedback from the operators says that the mobile data transfer functions without any hitches and is extremely fast and secure. Apart from that they are enthusiastic about the large potential for savings and appreciate the uncomplicated operation of the 3G-Datakit which is built directly into the terminal housing”, said a pleased Josef Öhlinger, CEO funworld.

PHOTO PLAY terminals can be connected rapidly and easily with mobile broadband!

Advantages of the online networking

In favour of online networking of terminals is, above all, the economic success of the operators who are already networked. Whoever networks their terminal can enjoy the advantages of further additional features such as net.games or the Multiplayer Cup which create customer loyalty from the players within the international PHOTO PLAY Community and that, as we know from experience, has its beneficial results on turnover.

In addition PHOTO PLAY terminals can be updated online and supplied with current game content regularly. Costly maintenance work or time intensive update installations per CD are a thing of the past because the terminals can be managed optimally online which reduces logistics costs, and travel and transportation fees cease to apply.

“Mobile data transfer via 3G technology makes the operators very flexible. Independent of where the terminal is set up and independent of the technical conditions, they can expand their possibilities as far as location is concerned and profit from the many advantages of online networking. With this system we are offering our customers a convenient and low cost broadband solution with added value for the players”, Öhlinger stressed.

For queries, please contact:

funworld ag
Public Relations
Christina Hinterleitner
Photo Play Straße 1, A-4860 Lenzing
Austria
Tel.: +43 (0)7662 6785 450;
Mobile: +43 (0)699 16785 450
Email: christina.hinterleitner@funworld.com