The poor fixed line infrastructure in many parts of the world present an enormous opportunity for GSM Network operators. Fixed mobile terminals can be used very effectively to close the gap between a normal PSTN-oriented world and GSM. Compatible with POTS-type telephones and fax machines, these devices introduce a level of familiarity that drastically reduces the need for customer education and support.
The range of fixed mobile products include:
- Telephone with SMS sending and reception capabilities and a small qwerty keyboard
- Terminal for POTS fax machine and a POTS telephone
- GSM-based fax machine with the ability to print received SMSs