KDDI to release Wi-Fi- WALKER WiMAX2+, a powerful mobile router that supports WiMAX2+, WiMAX, and 4G LTE <Attachment>

Wi-Fi WALKER WiMAX2+

- Comfortable communications with advanced Wi-Fi router! -

■ Triple-hybrid model supports WiMAX2+ (maximum downlink speed of 110 Mbps), WiMAX, and 4G LTE.

• This triple-hybrid model supports WiMAX2+, which provides a maximum downlink speed of 110 Mbps, as well as 4G LTE and WiMAX, enabling high-speed communications anytime and anywhere.
• Three communication modes are available to suit your lifestyle. The high speed mode (WiMAX2+/WiMAX) provides comfortable data communications with ultrahigh-speed WiMAX2+, the high speed plus area mode (WiMAX2+/4G LTE) supports the use of 800 MHz 4G LTE with a broad service area, and the no-limit mode (WiMAX) enables you to use WiMAX with no speed constraints.
• The no-limit mode (WiMAX) with no speed constraints is available to use as much as you want, whether you are at home or away.

■ Touch interface, wireless charging, and simple, convenient operations!

• The touch panel makes it easy to configure settings that could only be configured using a Web browser on the previous model. In addition, the user-friendly setting menus and large buttons make operation simple, even for first-time users.
• You can check the currently connected network, monthly data usage, and battery level on the Home screen.
• Compatible with a wireless charger (Qi) that charges the battery when you simply place the device on the pad.

■ Quick startup takes about 5 seconds for extra convenience!

• Starts up quickly in about 5 seconds after having turned the power OFF, such as when inside a movie theater, hospital, or train.
• The Quick Access function quickly establishes an Internet connection for your smartphone or tablet, without having to take it out of your bag.

Product name	Wi-Fi WALKER WiMAX2+ HWD14
Manufacturer	HUAWEI TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.
WAN-side communication methods	WiMAX2+, WiMAX, 4G LTE
Wireless LAN standards	IEEE 802.11b/g/n (LAN), IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n (WAN)
Size	Approx. 62 (W) x 100 (H) x 15.5 (D) mm Thickest area: Approx. 15.7 mm
Display	2.4-inch touch panel LCD
Battery capacity	3,000 mAh
Weight	Approx. 140 g
Supported OS (Japanese and English versions)	Windows (R) XP (SP3) Windows Vista (R) Windows (R) 7 Windows (R) 8 Mac OS X v10.5/v10.6/v10.7/v10.8
Max. number of simultaneous connections	10 devices
Continuous call time	WiMAX2+: Approx. 540 minutes WiMAX: Approx. 570 minutes 4G LTE: Approx. 550 minutes
Continuous standby time	ECO Mode: Approx. 950 hours Quick Access Mode: Approx. 27 hours
Charge time	Approx. 170 minutes (when using the dedicated AC adapter)
Interface	USB 2.0 High Speed (micro USB port)/microSD/SDHC (32 GB max.)

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  Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, and Windows 8 are the registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.

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  Mac and Mac OS are the registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the United States and other countries.

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  Wi-Fi is the registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance.

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  microSD and microSDHC are the trademarks of SD Card Association.

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  Qi is the trademark of Wireless Power Consortium (WPC).

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  The names of all other companies and products are the trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective companies.

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  The 4G LTE service is named in accordance with the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) designation that recognizes LTE as 4G.

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  All of the described services are best-effort services.

<Mode Availability by Network>

Network	Communication speed	Area	No-limit mode	High speed mode	High speed plus area mode
			You can use WiMAX with no speed constraints!	Comfortable communications with ultra-high speed WiMAX2+	Use of 4G LTE with broad service area is also available
WiMAX	Max. downlink: 40 Mbps Max. uplink: 15.4 Mbps	Population coverage rate: Approx. 94% [1]	●	●	-
WiMAX2+	Max. downlink: 110 Mbps Max. uplink: 10 Mbps	Service will start from within Tokyo's Kannana Dori Loop Road 7. [1]	-	●	●
4G LTE	Max. downlink: 75 Mbps Max. uplink: 25 Mbps	Population coverage rate: Approx. 97% [1]	-	-	●
Communication speed constraints			No constraints	Limited (when amount of communications in a month exceeds 7 GB) [4] For WiMAX2+ in high speed mode: No speed constraints for up to 25 months [2] [3] No speed constraints ever with subscription to au Smart Value mine [3]	Limited (when amount of communications in a month exceeds 7 GB) [4]
Monthly charge (tax included)			¥3,880/month for up to 25 months, with WiMAX2+ Cost-Saving Discount		High speed plus area optional usage charge [5]: + ¥1,055/month (for months in which it is used)

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  WiMAX: As of the end of May 2013.
  WiMAX2+: As of the end of October 2013. By the end of March 2014, service will begin rolling out to major cities (some areas) on the Higashi-Meihan Expressway (according to the UQ Communications Inc. plan as of October 2013). 4G LTE: As of the end of August 2013.

[Notes regarding exemption from speed constraints]

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  This exemption applies when a contract is signed at the same time that Wi-Fi WALKER WiMAX2+ is purchased.

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  This exemption does not apply to the speed constraints that are imposed when the amount of communications using WiMAX2+ in high speed mode exceeds 7 GB in a month. KDDI will give customers advance notice in the event of any changes. Also, if the maximum communications speed for sending and receiving for WiMAX2+ and 4G LTE in high speed plus area mode is reduced to 128 kbps after exceeding the 7 GB monthly limit on the total amount of communications, the speed of WiMAX2+ communications in high speed mode is also reduced to 128 kbps even if high speed mode is reselected. (The ineligibility for exemption from the communication speed constraints imposed on high speed mode when the amount of WiMAX2+ communications exceeds 7 GB in a month applies to the full period.)

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  To prevent network congestion, communication speed constraints are scheduled to apply to WiMAX2+ depending on the amount of communications used (1 GB or more over a 3-day period), starting in April 2015. KDDI will give customers advance notice of any such changes.

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  When high speed plus area mode is selected and communications are performed, the optional usage charge is applied (no application is required).

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  For information about other restrictions, see "Notes on communication speed constraints" below.

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  KDDI provides the WiMAX and WiMAX2+ service using UQ Communications Inc.'s wireless infrastructure.

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  The listed communication speeds are the maximum speeds based on the technical standards. The actual speeds may fall short of the maximum for various reasons, including the customer's communication environment and traffic conditions.

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  All of the described services are best-effort services. For more information about each service area, check the UQ WiMAX website.

■ Notes on communication speed constraints If the total amount of communications using WiMAX2+ and 4G LTE exceeds 7 GB in a month, the maximum communications speed for sending and receiving until the end of that month will be 128 kbps. (The communication speed constraint will be removed on the first day of the following month.) If you subscribe to the Extra Option, no speed constraints are applied when WiMAX2+ and 4G LTE exceed 7 GB in a month. (After exceeding 7 GB, a charge of ¥2,625 (tax included) is applied for each 2 GB used.) If the communication charges become high, service may be suspended temporarily. In addition, to prevent network congestion, a limit will be placed on the 4G LTE communications speed for a whole day if the total amount of communications using WiMAX2+ and 4G LTE exceed 1 GB over the three most recent days. (This constraint still applies even if you are subscribed to the Extra Option.) Furthermore, starting in April 2015, one-day speed constraints are scheduled to apply to WiMAX2+ communications.

1. Price plan

 WiMAX2+ Flat for DATA is provided as an exclusive plan for the Wi-Fi WALKER WiMAX2+. If you subscribe to WiMAX2+ Flat for DATA at the same time that you purchase Wi-Fi WALKER WiMAX2+ through a new contract or model change, you are eligible for the WiMAX2+ Cost-Saving Discount, which provides a usage charge discount of ¥525/month (tax included) for up to 25 months (including the month in which the contract is made). In addition, you can use WiMAX2+ in high speed mode (WiMAX2+/WiMAX) without the speed constraints that are ordinarily imposed after the amount of usage exceeds 7 GB in a month, for up to 25 months (including the month in which the contract is made). [1] [2]
 In addition, use of the high speed plus area mode (WiMAX2+/4G LTE), which supports 800 MHz band 4G LTE and provides high-speed communications over a broader area, is available for a charge of ¥1,055/month (tax included). [3]

Plan name Basic monthly charge [4] Standard With Everybody Discount Single WiMAX2+ Flat for DATA ¥5,455 ¥4,405

Basic monthly charge [4] With WiMAX2+ Cost-Saving Discount [5] (Up to 25 months) ¥3,880 (- ¥525)

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  All of the indicated amounts include tax. Provider usage fees are included.

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  If you sign up for the service or cancel the contract partway through the month, the monthly charges are calculated on a prorated basis.

<Advantages of au Smart Value mine subscription>

Cost savings are available to customers using the Wi-Fi WALKER WiMAX2+ with an au smartphone who subscribe to au Smart Value mine.

• With a subscription, there are no speed constraints when the amount of WiMAX2+ communications in high speed mode exceeds 7 GB in a month [2] [6]
• WiMAX2+ Cost-Saving Discount applies for up to 49 months (including the month in which the contract is made) [7]

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  This exemption applies when a contract is signed at the same time that Wi-Fi WALKER WiMAX2+ is purchased.

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  This exemption does not apply to the communication speed constraints that are imposed when the amount of communications using high speed plus area mode exceeds 7 GB in a month. Also, in order to prevent network congestion, communication speed constraints are scheduled to apply to WiMAX2+ depending on the amount of communications used (1 GB or more over a 3-day period), starting in April 2015. KDDI will give customers advance notice of any such changes. For more information, check the au website at the link below.
  http://www.au.kddi.com/mobile/product/data/hwd14/

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  The entire optional usage charge is applied for the month in which it is used, and it is not calculated on a prorated basis, even if you switch to a different mode.

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  An additional universal service fee is charged.

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  The discount is available both for WiMAX2+ Flat for DATA (2 years) and for WiMAX2+ Flat for DATA (4 years).

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  This applies during the au Smart Value mine contract period.

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  This applies only if you subscribe to WiMAX2+ Flat for DATA (4 years) at the same time that you purchase Wi-Fi WALKER WiMAX2+.

2. Supported model

Wi-Fi WALKER WiMAX2+

3. Service start date

October 31, 2013 (planned)

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  Applications for au Smart Value mine will be accepted starting on November 12, 2013.

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