TMN Portugal Selects GlobeSurfer(R) 3G, Option's Broadband Wireless Router

Option N.V. (Euronext: OPTI, OTC: OPNVY), the wireless technology company, today announced that TMN has chosen the Company's wireless broadband router, the GlobeSurfer(R) 3G. The network operator will market the GlobeSurfer(R) 3G as part of its mobile Internet access solutions tailored to individual and professional needs.

TMN is a subsidiary of the Portugal Telecom Group and the leading mobile telecommunications provider in Portugal, with more than 5 million customers. Investing in the ongoing diversification of solutions, TMN makes technological innovation and orientation towards the client drive its overall activity, supported by constant investments to strengthen the network coverage and the quality of service. TMN has a history of leading the mobile market in Portugal with attractive, advanced services.

The GlobeSurfer(R) 3G is a broadband wireless router that facilitates a gateway between a Wide Area cellular network (UMTS or GPRS technologies) and a Local Wireless Wi-Fi network. Any PC, laptop or hand-held computer device being equipped with WLAN is able, through use of the Wireless Router "Gateway", to simultaneously share a single cellular wireless connection and gain broadband access to the Internet. The product, with inbuilt comprehensive security and authentication mechanisms, is focused on mass deployment of Internet connectivity services using the data capabilities of today's 3G UMTS networks.

Designed with ease of use in mind the GlobeSurfer(R) 3G is characterized by its simplicity, including a web-based user interface. In addition to the functions typical of wireless routers it provides many extra features which make it a perfect solution for a SOHO/SME requiring fixed-mobile access to the Internet, Email, and the Corporate Intranet. The product enables mobile network operators to enhance their service offerings and take advantage of the business opportunities in this emerging mobile market.

About Option

Option NV (http://www.option.com), the wireless technology company, is a leading innovator in the design, development and manufacture of 3G WCDMA (HSDPA and UMTS), EDGE, GPRS, GSM and WLAN technology products for wireless connectivity solutions. Option has built up an enviable reputation for creating exciting products that enhance the performance and functionality of wireless communications. Option's headquarters are in Leuven, Belgium. The company has Research & Development in Leuven, a Software and Applications Development centre in Adelsried (Germany), a Wireless Router development centre in Stockholm (Sweden) and an ISO 9002 production engineering and logistics facility in Cork, Ireland.

Come and visit us at 3GSM Barcelona from Monday February 13 till Thursday February 16 2006. The Option booth is located in Hall 2, stand E44.

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