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Vodafone UK Sat Nav Powered by Telmap Available for Consumers



    Vodafone UK and Telmap, the world leader in advanced mobile
    mapping and navigation solutions, are today introducing Vodafone Sat
    Nav- an operator branded mobile navigation solution available for the
    UK consumer market.

    The launch of Vodafone Sat Nav for consumers, powered by Telmap,
    is the first operator-branded mobile navigation service aimed at
    consumers in the UK. The solution has already been successfully
    launched into the enterprise market, where it is available on a number
    of devices.

    Vodafone Sat Nav provides users with a complete mobile navigation
    experience, including both in-car and pedestrian navigation. Featuring
    3D maps that enhance the navigation experience, up-to-date maps and
    directions it also gives the customer instant access to live traffic
    alerts and millions of points-of-interest such as hotels, restaurants,
    shopping and attractions.

    "Following the success of Vodafone Sat Nav with our business
    customers, we know that consumers too want Sat Nav on their mobile
    phones," says Ian Shepherd, consumer business director, of Vodafone
    UK. "By partnering with Telmap, Vodafone UK customers can now benefit
    from advanced Satellite Navigation on a range of handsets. We will
    continue to deliver location, navigation and mapping solutions that
    will appeal to all customers regardless of the type of mobile device
    they use."

    "This consumer launch further strengthens the partnership between
    Telmap and Vodafone UK and allows us to build on the success we have
    achieved with Vodafone Sat Nav in the enterprise market," says Oren
    Nissim, CEO, Telmap. "As the first operator-branded mobile navigation
    service for UK consumers, this launch marks a significant milestone
    for both Telmap and the industry in bringing a fully featured Sat Nav
    experience to the mass-market mobile phone."

    Vodafone Sat Nav is available on a variety of consumer mobile
    devices; launching initially on three of Vodafone UK´s GPS embedded
    handsets - Nokia N95, Nokia N95 8GB and Nokia 6110 as well as the new
    BlackBerry(R) Pearl(TM) 8110 smartphone. The subscription to the
    service costs GBP 5 per month with the first month free. When using
    the service data charges apply. Customers can purchase the service
    from any Vodafone retail stores, through telesales or directly from
    Vodafone live! Customers who purchase the BlackBerry Pearl 8110 will
    get 12 months Sat Nav included.

    The solution has already been successfully launched into the
    enterprise market, where it is available on a number of devices
    including the BlackBerry(R) Curve(TM) 8310, Vodafone UK´s fastest
    selling BlackBerry smartphone ever, and the BlackBerry Pearl 8110.

    Notes to Editors

    About Vodafone UK

    Vodafone UK has 17.93 million customers and is part of the world´s
    leading international mobile telecommunications Group, offering a wide
    range of voice and data communications. The company is committed to
    providing mobile solutions that allow both consumer and business
    customers to make the most of now. In addition, Vodafone connects
    customers across the globe with roaming agreements worldwide. It
    provides 3G roaming in 29 countries and offers great roaming value
    with Vodafone Passport. For more information, please visit
    www.vodafone.co.uk

    About Telmap

    Telmap is a world leader in Mapping and Navigation Solutions.
    Since it was founded in 2000, the company has established a solid
    reputation for providing its customers with innovative, value added
    navigation solutions that open new business opportunities and generate
    new revenue streams.

    Telmap is the first company to provide a comprehensive
    cross-platform solution for mobile phones. The company´s flagship
    product, Telmap Navigator, enables users to find their destination
    quickly and easily by means of pinpoint accurate turn-by-turn
    navigation. Telmap´s unique solution which also includes a market
    leading LBS platform supports Java, Symbian, BREW Windows and
    BlackBerry devices, enables the mobile industry to extend the reach to
    new markets and customers.

    Telmap is the #1 choice of mobile mapping and navigation solution
    and its technology has been chosen by leading industry players like
    Vodafone, Orange FT Group, Vodacom, O2, AOL, Pelephone, Carphone
    Warehouse and more.