Released on = November 30, 2006, 4:57 am

Press Release Author = Starhome

Industry = Telecommunications

Press Release Summary = Switzerland, 29th November 2006 - Starhome, the leading
provider of mobile roaming technology and services has announced it has received
U.S. Patent (No. 7139570) for the breakthrough core technologies of its Intelligent
Preferred Network (R) (IPN) solution, among other technologies. Starhome's
Intelligent Preferred Network solution enables Mobile Network Operators to direct
their outbound roamers to preferred visited mobile networks by dynamically
"steering" their handsets according to a wide range of parameters.

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Starhome's unique Service-Node architecture is a major component of Starhome's
patent, which allows Operators to manage the registration process of its subscribers
as they roam in visited mobile networks. The value of Starhome's Intelligent
Preferred Network solution is that it allows Operators to implement Steering of
Roaming (SoR), according to their specific business and technical preferences and
priorities, such as: group alliances, coverage, traffic volumes, and Quality of
Service (support for advanced services). Another key benefit of Starhome's solution
is that it provides Operators with a stronger position when negotiating IOT (Inter
Operator Tariff) agreements with other Mobile Network Operators, to achieve better
tariffs and improve their revenues.



"This patent substantiates our position as a leader in Steering of Roaming
technology in particular, and as a leader in roaming and wireless technologies in
general," said Orly Nesher, VP of Marketing at Starhome. "Starhome is committed to
continue its Steering of Roaming technology leadership, and is continuing to develop
the next generation Intelligent Preferred Network solutions for new Convergence
Technologies."



The newly issued patent is a further milestone in Starhome's extensive intellectual
property portfolio, in which Starhome continuously invests significant resources.
This portfolio includes, amongst others, registered patents, such as those related
to Starhome's Intelligent Call Assistant(R) solution and Starhome's Virtual Home
Environment solutions, as well as over 55 pending applications for Starhome's
technology and services in various jurisdictions worldwide.



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About Starhome

Starhome is the leading provider of roaming solutions and technologies that enable
Mobile Network Operators to maximize their roaming business potential. Starhome has
pioneered the market of VAS for roamers and is the recognized driving force in the
market today, offering a broad portfolio of roaming services with proven business
value.

Starhome's customer- and quality-oriented approach ensures telco-quality products,
smooth implementation and professional support throughout the product lifecycle.

Starhome's global footprint includes the world's largest Mobile Network Operators
and Operator Groups - together providing access to roaming service for more than 50%
of roamers worldwide.



Web Site = http://www.starhome.com

Contact Details = Media Contacts
Paul Stallard

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E-mail: star@eclat.co.uk

Tel: +44 118 989 5600