SoonR to Deliver Core Application Functionality for New WebEx PCNow Mobile Service

Software-as-a-Service Platform Unifies On-Premises and On-Demand Solutions to Create Intelligent “Mashup” Applications for Knowledge Workers

CAMPBELL and SANTA CLARA, Calif., September 26, 2006—SoonR, the only company that delivers the power of the PC and Mac to mobile phones, and WebEx (Nasdaq: WEBX), the leading provider of software-as-a-service (SaaS) applications for collaborative business on the web, today announced that PCNow Mobile will be available via the new WebEx Connect application grid. Powered by the award winning SoonR service, WebEx delivers access to files and applications optimized for delivery and sharing to mobile handsets without any installation of software on the mobile phone.

SoonR allows WebEx Connect users to collaborate with each other from any mobile phone, and extends real-time access to desktop search, Outlook contacts, calendar, email and multiple types of documents native to both the PC and Mac. Content is optimized for viewing on any web enabled mobile handset, and works across all wireless carriers SoonR also offers low cost calling anywhere in the world from a mobile phone leveraging the power of Skype, which is installed on the desktop.

“Today businesses are adopting mobile strategies that facilitate competitive advantage by enabling collaboration with partners, customers, clients, consultants and co-workers from any mobile device,” said Martin Frid-Nielsen, CEO, SoonR. ”WebEx Connect delivers a solution that enables instant access to content and business applications. We are excited to join forces with WebEx to deliver a mobile solution to business users around the world.”

PCNow Mobile is one of the many applications users will be able to access through their personal WebEx Connect workspace and the WebEx Connect grid of partner applications. WebEx Connect is the first application platform specifically designed for on-demand collaboration and third party application integration. WebEx Connect will allow users to integrate data from multiple applications and create a collaborative workspace custom designed for their particular workflow and business process. By leveraging open Web 2.0 protocols and collaborative WebEx connector APIs, WebEx Connect will make it easy for developers to adapt on-demand, desktop and enterprise applications to the platform or create new composite applications.

“SoonR is a perfect WebEx Connect partner because it is the leader in enabling the mobile knowledge-worker to remain connected to a wealth of content and applications from anywhere and across any network in the world,” said Subrah Iyar, chairman and CEO, WebEx.

About SoonR
SoonR lets mobile users tap into the power of their computers from any Internet-connected mobile handset, anywhere in the world. The SoonR service is built on a secure and extensible, open standards based mobile application platform, linking mobile phones to applications and data on any Internet connected Windows or Mac computer. People can use SoonR Desktop to search and access documents and images, SoonR Organizer for email, scheduling and contacts and SoonR Talk for mobile VoIP. SoonR integrates with a variety of Windows or Mac-based applications such as Google Desktop Search, MSN Desktop Search, Yahoo! Desktop Search, X1, Spotlight, Outlook and Skype. PC-based data is automatically rendered for an optimal mobile experience. SoonR performs all these functions without synchronization or any additional software on the handset. SoonR works across carriers and on any handset operating system including Palm, Microsoft, Blackberry, Symbian and others. The basic SoonR service is free. Data service is required and some SMS charges may apply.

SoonR was founded in 2004 by a team that has successfully worked together across multiple companies and is based in both Silicon Valley and Denmark. For more information, visit http://web.archive.org/web/20070116035748/http://www.soonr.com/

About WebEx Communications
WebEx Communications, Inc., is the global leader in software-as-a-service (SaaS) applications for collaborative business on the web. These software-as-a-service (SaaS) applications enhance high-touch business processes, such as sales and training, with efficient web-touch interactions. WebEx delivers its range of applications over the WebEx MediaTone Network, a global network specifically designed for on-demand applications. WebEx is based in Santa Clara, California and has regional headquarters in Europe, Asia and Australia. Please call toll free 877-509-3239 or visit http://web.archive.org/web/20070116035748/http://www.webex.com/ for more information.

 
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