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for planned higher bandwidth (Internet) data services
Wap allows an efficient way of accessing the web through a mobile terminal. It allows the viewing of images for example on a small display. Although WAP has not taken off as initially predicted, the introduction of ‘always on’ networks is likely to increase the WAP uptake amongst users. Also, with a new version of WAP being sought incorporating X-HTML, which is also the direction in which the internet world is going, WAP is likely to offer more to the end user.
Bluetooth offers a specification for short range RF connectivity. This technology will allow handsets to be wirelessly linked to a range of devices such as headphones and laptops.
Java is emerging as a key enabling technology facilitating enhanced access to content by providing better graphics and interactive features such as the download of games and music. Expectations are that by the end of 2003, 60% of all phones will be capable of running Java applications.