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World Handset Forum
24 - 26 October 2006, San Diego

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World Handset Forum USA

24 – 26 October 2006, Hilton San Diego, San Diego, USA

www.informatm.com/whfusa

As the handset value chain evolves, World Handset Forum USA 2006 keeps pace with the newest developments. This year particular focus lies with flexible, cost-effective businesses models and partnerships, including distribution strategy, outsourcing design and developing customized or built-to-order handsets. In addition, analysis of the burgeoning Asian markets, alongside the European experience, means that we are kept up to date with global trends and strategies.

The future-facing second day brings user experience clearly into focus. The industry's key innovators and analysts explore how we can maximise the uptake of data services by meeting, then exceeding, consumer expectation. The need for innovative, customized handset design, the future of presence on the device, and the challenge of delivering the right user interface are issues certain to provoke engaging and productive debate.