Ericsson Launches Groundbreaking Multi-Standard Radio Base Stations

Ericsson Launches Groundbreaking Multi-Standard Radio Base Stations

BARCELONA, Spain, February 12/PRNewswire/ -- Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) today unveiled its groundbreaking
next-generation radio base stations, the RBS 6000 series, at the Mobile World
Congress 2008 in Barcelona. This energy-efficient site solution is the
smallest on the market and supports GSM/EDGE, WCDMA/HSPA and LTE in a single
package.

Ulf Ewaldsson, Vice President and Head of Product Area Radio
at Ericsson, says: "Our customers face increasingly complex challenges in
terms of operational costs, multiple radio technologies and sustainability
concerns. The RBS 6000 series is a truly multi-standard system that gives
operators what they need for the smooth evolution of their radio access. This
means we take the risk out of the investment. Customers know that when they
choose Ericsson we deliver technology for tomorrow, today."

The RBS 6000 series products are available in indoor, outdoor
and main-remote packages. The compact design requires only 25 percent of the
space used by previous generations while at the same time doubling capacity.
The RBS 6000 series reduces power consumption by 20 to 65 percent, compared
with existing Ericsson radio base stations, and offers a simple,
energy-efficient site solution that helps operators reduce costs across all
areas of ownership.

Commercial launch is set for 2008. By bringing base station,
site and transmission functionality together, Ericsson has created a solution
that suits all profiles and caters to immediate and long-term needs. The
one-cabinet, temperature-controlled solution requires less maintenance and
training, and is easier to transport, install and run, thus significantly
reducing operating costs.

"This launch is the realization of a long-held vision to
develop a true multi-standard solution and also highlights our commitment to
offering customers a seamless, integrated and environmentally friendly
solution," says Ewaldsson.

The RBS 6000 series facilitates low-cost migration, since it
re-uses equipment already deployed and can be installed on existing sites.
Its compact size also makes it easy to deploy new sites.

The RBS 6000 series is on display at the Mobile World
Congress 2008 in Barcelona, which runs until February 14.

Note to editors:

Photos and are available here:

http://www.ericsson.com/ericsson/press/photos/index.shtml

Ericsson is the world's leading provider of technology and
services to telecom operators. The market leader in 2G and 3G mobile
technologies, Ericsson supplies communications services and manages networks
that serve more than 185 million subscribers. The company's portfolio
comprises mobile and fixed network infrastructure and broadband and
multimedia solutions for operators, enterprises and developers. The Sony
Ericsson joint venture provides consumers with feature-rich personal mobile
devices.

Ericsson is advancing its vision of 'communication for all'
through innovation, technology, and sustainable business solutions. Working
in 175 countries, more than 70,000 employees generated revenue of USD 27.9
billion (SEK 189 billion) in 2007. Founded in 1876 and headquartered in
Stockholm, Sweden, Ericsson is listed on the Stockholm, London and NASDAQ
stock exchanges.

For more information, visit http://www.ericsson.com or
http://www.ericsson.mobi.

For Further Information, Please Contact:
Ericsson Media Relations,
Phone: +46-8-719-69-92,
E-mail: press.relations@ericsson.com

Source: Ericsson

For Further Information, Please Contact: Ericsson Media Relations, Phone: +46-8-719-69-92, E-mail: press.relations@ericsson.com

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