Push Email
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Push Email: The Next Big Thing in Handheld Devices
Summary:
Push email is revolutionizing how we access email on the go, delivering messages directly to cell phones and other devices. With its growing market potential, several key players are vying for dominance.
Introduction:
Push email technology is generating significant buzz in the telecommunications industry. As new smartphones adopt this feature, it promises to transform how we stay connected. But who will lead this emerging market?
Key Players:
Currently, at least five major operators are competing in the push email arena, though experts predict consolidation. Canadian company RIM (Research In Motion) pioneered the technology with its Blackberry, and now Visto and Seven are fiercely pursuing market share. Initially focused on hardware, these companies are shifting towards software solutions.
Recent consolidations highlight the intensifying competition. British vendor Comtag was absorbed by Smartner, which was then acquired by Seven. Meanwhile, Visto expanded by acquiring Psion Software. Both companies are diversifying their offerings, supporting more devices and operators. Notably, Seven introduced a security feature allowing users to remotely delete messages if their device is lost.
Market Developments:
Good Technology, initially protected by its support for Palm and Windows devices, now faces competition from new Windows Mobile-based Treos.
Microsoft is preparing to enter the market. According to Microsoft senior technology specialist Harold Wong, the company plans to release a 'Community Technology Preview' of Exchange Server 2003, Service Pack 2. Intellisync also announced a service enabling push email for Windows Mobile, Palm OS, and Symbian devices.
Despite RIM Blackberry's current dominance with approximately 4 million subscribers, new entrants may disrupt this stronghold.
Technical Insights:
Push email solutions rely on two main technologies:
1. True push
2. Push effect through synchronization
While users may not notice significant differences in email retrieval, true push technologies offer lower costs. Intellisync employs a SyncML synchronization approach, whereas RIM and Microsoft use proprietary systems. Visto’s ConstantSync, favored by major operators like Vodafone and Rogers, utilizes a real-time streaming protocol for efficient email delivery.
Conclusion:
The push email market is dynamic and full of potential. With various technological and strategic approaches at play, the field is still wide open. The coming years will reveal which technologies and devices win consumers' favor. Each competitor offers unique advantages, making this a fascinating space to watch.
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