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Novatel Wireless Introduces New Family of HSDPA/HSUPA Products and Accessories


    Novatel Wireless, Inc. (Nasdaq:NVTL), a leading provider of
    wireless broadband access solutions, today introduced new,
    next-generation offerings in its high-speed download packet
    access/high-speed upload packet access (HSDPA/HSUPA) family of mobile
    broadband access products. The family of products includes the
    Merlin(TM) X950D ExpressCard(TM), the Ovation(TM) MC870D HSDPA USB
    Modem, the Expedite(R) EU870D embedded modules and the XUA-1
    ExpressCard to USB Adapter.

    "Introducing new technologies like HSUPA, as well as diversity,
    equalization and GPS, simplifying installation and designing new form
    factors for ease-of-use, highly differentiates Novatel Wireless as a
    company that is tracking the evolving needs of users, OEMs and network
    operators, and mapping product innovation to those requirements," said
    Brad Weinert, acting CEO and COO of Novatel Wireless. "We will
    continue to deliver innovative products to the market that support our
    operators' and OEMs' increasing requirements, while continuing to
    offer added value by developing software solutions that take our
    devices to a new level of functionality for the user."

    The Merlin X950D ExpressCard is a next-generation global, tri-band
    HSUPA and quad-band EDGE/GPRS wireless modem. The card can be used in
    both ExpressCard/34 and 54 slots as well as with Novatel Wireless
    adapters in PCMCIA and USB slots. Unique to the Merlin X950D, full 2.1
    Mbps HSUPA and HSDPA 7.2 Mbps is now a reality. A firmware upgrade
    will be available to deliver the full 2.1 Mbps HSUPA performance.
    Mobile users, worldwide, can now enjoy full 3.5G capability in their
    wireless computing devices as well as utilize the GPS capability
    offered in the ExpressCard.

    The Ovation MC870D is a pocket-sized, HSDPA USB modem that
    delivers mobile broadband access with download speeds up to 7.2 Mbps.
    Available as an alternative to a PC card or ExpressCard, this modem
    connects to a USB slot allowing use in either laptop or desktop PCs.
    This product also includes the diversity and equalizer advanced
    receiver technology and is optimized for use in Europe with diversity
    on the 2100 MHz band.

    The embedded modules, Expedite EU870D, optimized for Europe, and
    Expedite EU860D, optimized for North America, can be integrated into
    laptops and other devices for 3G mobile data applications. These
    modules offer diversity, equalizer and both operate globally on 850,
    1900 and 2100 MHz bands on HSDPA and UMTS networks. Users will now be
    able to enjoy the maximum performance possible, regardless of radio
    conditions or movement in and out of buildings due to the inclusion of
    the diversity and equalizer advanced receiver technologies. Network
    operators will also derive benefit from lowered demands on their
    network while delivering higher throughput performance and increasing
    network capacity.

    "By incorporating greater mobility, faster connectivity,
    location-based services, increased ease-of-use and installation, and
    user-friendly design into these new products, we are delivering a new
    level of mobile data connectivity. OEMs, operators and users alike
    benefit from access to products that take full advantage of current
    wireless technologies and deliver faster access and improved network
    performance," said Peter Balchin, general manager EMEA, of Novatel
    Wireless.

    To support the broadest possible use of the advantages of
    ExpressCards, the Novatel Wireless' Merlin XUA-1 allows customers that
    do not have ExpressCard slots to use the company's ExpressCards
    through the USB 2.0 ports on either their laptop or desktop PCs. The
    Y-cable design of the adapter delivers a boost for improved RF
    performance and delivers improved performance in fringe reception
    areas.

    ABOUT NOVATEL WIRELESS

    Novatel Wireless, Inc. is revolutionizing wireless communications.
    The company is a leader in the design and development of innovative
    wireless broadband access solutions based on 3G WCDMA (HSDPA & UMTS),
    CDMA and GSM technologies. Novatel Wireless' Merlin(TM) PC Cards and
    ExpressCards, Expedite(R) Embedded Modules, MobiLink(TM)
    Communications Software Suite, Ovation(TM) Fixed Mobile Convergence
    Products and Conversa(TM) Software Suite enable high-speed wireless
    access. The company delivers innovative 3G solutions to operators,
    distributors and vertical markets worldwide. Headquartered in San
    Diego, California, Novatel Wireless is listed on NASDAQ: NVTL. For
    more information please visit www.novatelwireless.com. (NVTLG)

    This release may contain forward-looking statements, which are
    made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the United States
    Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended to date.
    These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. A
    number of important factors could cause actual results to differ
    materially from those in the forward-looking statements contained
    herein. These factors include risks relating to technological changes,
    new product introductions, continued acceptance of Novatel Wireless'
    products and dependence on intellectual property rights. These
    factors, as well as other factors that could cause actual results to
    differ materially, are discussed in more detail in Novatel Wireless'
    filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission
    (available at www.sec.gov) and other regulatory agencies.

    (C) 2007 Novatel Wireless. All rights reserved. The Novatel
    Wireless logo, Merlin, Expedite, MobiLink, Ovation and Conversa are
    trademarks of Novatel Wireless, Inc. Other product or service names
    mentioned herein are the trademarks of their respective owners.