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Xda Flame set to fire up the mobile industry

Singapore, 8 June 2007 – Just when technology fans think they’ve seen it all, O2 once again affirms its industry leading position by introducing the trailblazing Xda Flame, the company’s latest star product.

“The Xda Flame encapsulates everything O2 stands for – innovation and performance in a sleek, desirable package. It has all the qualities O2 fans have come to love about our brand and products,” said Mark Billington, CEO of O2 Asia Pacific and Middle East.

“As O2 continues to evolve its product line through close customer feedback and trend studies, you will begin to see more and more cutting-edge devices like the Xda Flame. This is the beginning of what we believe will be another market leading series of PDA-phones from O2,” he added.

Be empowered
The Xda Flame is the first PDA-phone to harness the full multimedia capabilities of a 3D graphics processor. The NVIDIA® GoForce® 5500 graphics processing unit (GPU) accelerates multimedia tasks such as audio and video in hardware – the improved speed gives customers console-class 3D gaming, DVD-quality video, sharp photo playback, as well as the ability to display interactive 3D charts and diagrams during presentations.

With this GPU, the Xda Flame also becomes the first PDA-phone to feature two processors, the other being an Intel® central processing unit (CPU). This allows for the workload to be split between the two processors, leading to overall device efficiency and a smoother end-user experience.

Customers with a need for heavy business usage will appreciate the device’s productivity features, including Microsoft® Office Programs for Windows Mobile®, Microsoft Office Outlook Mobile with Direct Push Technology, Adobe Reader and popular stalwart applications like O2 SMS Plus, O2 Menu, O2 MediaPlus, Worldmate and Codewallet Pro. They can juggle multiple applications while ensuring smooth operation also thanks to its massive 2GB ROM and 128MB RAM of onboard memory.

Those who need to stay globally connected will like its range of connectivity options like 3G, Wireless LAN, Bluetooth® v2.0 and a micro-SD card slot. Customers can also connect a myriad of USB devices to the Xda Flame with USB OTG (On-The-Go) technology and use the device as a host. They can now manage gadgets, from printers to hard disk drives, digital cameras and MP3 players, away from their desk station. An Infrared remote control feature even lets the Xda Flame manage various appliances like TV, video and audio players wirelessly. The Xda Flame liberates the customer to be truly mobile.

Be entertained
A perfect complement to the NVIDIA GoForce 5500 GPU is the radiant 3.6” TFT VGA LCD screen. This gorgeous touch panel supports 262K colours at 480 x 640 dots resolution for sublime graphical display. Those desiring an even bigger screen can hook up the Xda Flame to a TV or computer screen via its TV-out connector feature to conduct presentations, watch photo slideshows taken with its 2.0 mega pixel camera, or play games on a large screen format.

Catering to more than just visual pleasure, the Xda Flame pairs the brilliant display with SRS WOW HD surround sound to ensure that the visual treat on screen is matched with high quality audio piped through the device’s dual speakers.

“The Xda Flame is designed for mobile professionals and tech pioneers with the highest appetite for innovation, business productivity and multimedia experiences. We are delighted to be working with NVIDIA to create this new class of device and demonstrate O2’s commitment to growing the category space and enhancing mobile experiences for our customers,” said Billington.

Pricing & availability
The Xda Flame will retail at S$1498, inclusive of GST and a one-year local warranty, in end-May, at all SingTel, M1 and StarHub outlets, authorised distributors and retail channels.

Visit SeeO2.com/Flame/ for more information on the Xda Flame.
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About O2 Asia Pacific and Middle East

O2 Asia Pacific and Middle East (“O2 AP & ME”) is a member of Telefónica O2 Europe, a leading provider of mobile communications services in Europe with more than 37 million active customers. Part of the Telefónica group, O2 AP & ME provides customers throughout Asia Pacific and Middle East with innovative, premium mobile data devices and services that enhance everyday business solutions and lifestyle needs. The company is headquartered in Singapore, with offices in Australia, Malaysia and Korea and a sister company in Hong Kong; apart from Singapore, Australia, Malaysia and Hong Kong, it also distributes in Indonesia, Thailand, India, United Arab Emirates, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Kingdom of Bahrain, Kuwait, Taiwan, Pakistan, Philippines and Vietnam.

Press Contacts
For more information, please contact:
Ms CJ M. Bite / Mr Jarieul Wong Mr Shawn Mak
Upstream Asia PR & Media Manager
Tel: 65 – 6323 7377 O2 Asia Pacific & Middle East
Email: catherine.mbite@upstreamasia.com Tel: 65 – 6216 7919
jarieul.wong@upstreamasia.com Email: shawn.mak@o2.com

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Network General Names Lee Boon Huat as Vice President, Asia Pacific and Japan

SINGAPORE, JULY 12, 2007 – Network General ™ Corporation, the leading provider of IT Service Assurance solutions, today announced the key appointment of Lee Boon Huat as Vice President. Mr. Lee has responsibilities over the company’s business operations across Asia Pacific and Japan. His focus is on extending Network General’s leadership in the region through revenue growth.

With 16 years of sales management experience in the enterprise software industry, Mr. Lee’s excellent management track record will serve to strengthen Network General’s Asia Pacific and Japan operations. Prior to joining Network General, he served as Vice President at Business Objects Asia Pacific which included Australia, New Zealand, Korea and the Asia South region.

Kevin Maloney, Executive Vice President of Worldwide Sales, Network General, said, “Boon Huat is an exceptional and visionary leader with deep knowledge of the industry. His extensive regional experience in building direct enterprise software sales teams and channels will help strengthen Network General’s presence in Asia Pacific and Japan. The appointment of such an industry leader validates Network General’s growing leadership globally. I strongly believe Boon Huat will bring a new dimension of energy and insight to our executive team.”

“I am excited about the possibilities that lie ahead for Network General. We are committed to delivering value to our customers through our innovative solutions. Customer success is our focus and only with strong customer endorsement can we meet our company goals,” said Mr. Lee.

About Network General Corporation
Network General™ is a leading provider of IT management solutions designed to integrate and simplify troubleshooting and management across IT domains, assuring the delivery of IT services. The Network General portfolio consists of innovative software solutions and intelligent appliances that proactively monitor and manage all elements of IT infrastructure performance including network devices, applications, and servers, while simultaneously delivering a correlated view of the health of the business service.

Network General’s solutions drive down the cost-per-managed network segment while providing IT professionals with a full range of complementary products that assure delivery of business-relevant IT services.

For more information on Network General, a privately-held company based in San Jose, California, dial 1-408-571-5000 or go to www.networkgeneral.com. For Asia-based queries, dial 65-6549-7110.

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EDS Honored as Partner of the Year for Advanced Infrastructure Solutions, Systems Management at 2007 Microsoft Worldwide Partner Program Awards

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: TUESDAY, JULY 17, 2007

SINGAPORE — EDS today proudly announced it has won the Partner of the Year Award for Advanced Infrastructure Solutions, Systems Management at the 2007 Microsoft Worldwide Partner Program Awards. The company was chosen out of an international field of top Microsoft Partners as delivering market-leading customer solutions built on Microsoft technology. The awards were distributed at a ceremony on July 11 in Denver, CO at the Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference.

Awards were presented in a number of categories, with winners chosen from a pool of more than 1,800 entrants worldwide. EDS was recognized for superior technology and innovation in Advanced Infrastructure Solutions, Systems Management. The Advanced Infrastructure Solutions, Systems Management Partner of the Year award honors partners that have infrastructure practices with proven proficiency in implementing solutions based on the Microsoft Operations Manager (MOM) 2005, Systems Management Server (SMS) 2003 and Data Protection Manager (DPM). These awards also recognize partners with innovative solutions that used Infrastructure Optimization Model (IOM) to advance the state of customer’s IT infrastructure using Microsoft systems management products such as MOM 2005, SMS 2003 or DPM.

“We are pleased to have EDS recognized by Microsoft, based on our current roll out of Microsoft Systems Management Server and Microsoft Operations Manager as our global standards for managing Windows servers and desktops,” said Matt Trevorrow, vice president of workplace services at EDS. “As a member of the EDS Agility Alliance, Microsoft represents the kind of best-in-class technology that helps EDS drive client productivity, growth and innovation, all while ensuring data security.”

With more than 3 million Windows-based systems under management worldwide, EDS looks to Microsoft Systems Management Server to facilitate centralized software deployment and user support. In implementing Systems Management Server, EDS achieved significant productivity gains, reducing the deployment time of security patches by 92 percent, with 90 percent coverage in five days, versus previous methods that resulted in 60 percent coverage in 50 days.

As a member of the EDS Agility Alliance, Microsoft provides the standard platform for EDS’ desktop and server operating systems, and integrated development environments. The EDS Agility Alliance benefits clients with development, management and modernization of their mission-critical applications and infrastructure, including the next generation of .NET, workplace and mobility solutions. The use of Operations Manager aligns with EDS’ global standardized work practices and contributes to the company’s “zero outages” mindset, while reducing cost and improving quality and the client experience - from the desktop to the data center.

“EDS has proven its proficiency in implementing solutions based on the Microsoft Operations Manager 2005, Systems Management Server 2003, and Data Protection Manager. We commend partners like EDS whose offerings provide repeatable value to our mutual customers,” said Peter Boit, Vice President, Enterprise Partner Sales, Microsoft Corp.

The Microsoft Partner Program Awards recognize Microsoft Partners that have developed and delivered exceptional Microsoft-based solutions over the last year.

About EDS
EDS (NYSE: EDS) is a leading global technology services company delivering business solutions to its clients. EDS founded the information technology outsourcing industry 45 years ago. Today, EDS delivers a broad portfolio of information technology and business process outsourcing services to clients in the manufacturing, financial services, healthcare, communications, energy, transportation, and consumer and retail industries and to governments around the world. Learn more at eds.com.

About the EDS Agility Alliance
The EDS Agility Alliance is a coalition of companies globally recognized for their quality, products and value to clients. Its mission is to innovate, develop and deliver the EDS Agile Enterprise Platform – EDS’ next-generation global delivery system. Together, EDS and its Agility Alliance partners collaborate to design, build and run a market-leading services platform and develop technology-based services to deliver tangible client results. EDS Agility Alliance partners include Cisco, EMC, Microsoft, Oracle, SAP, Sun Microsystems and Xerox.

Contact
Kimberly Nelson
EDS, Marketing and Communications Director Asia
Hong Kong
852 2953 7678
kimberly.nelson@eds.com

Vincent Leong or Wang Huibin
Upstream Asia (Singapore)
65 6323 7377
vincent.leong@upstreamasia.com
huibin.wang@upstreamasia.com

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Commonwealth Bank of Australia Extends EDS Contract in US$310 Million Deal

For IMMEDIATE RELEASE: THURSDAY, JULY 12, 2007

SINGAPORE – EDS has strengthened its relationship with the Commonwealth Bank of Australia after significantly revamping a $US310 million service-based contract to deliver desktop and other end-user computing services for the next five years.

The new contract covers all end-user computing services, including desktop, service desk, ATM services, managed output, email, messaging, Outlook web access and mobile information protection. The new contract is focused on significantly enhancing business outcomes through improved service delivery.

The deal follows last year’s $US350 million signing of a new master IT&T Agreement involving Enterprise Processing Services (EPS) for mainframe, midrange and data storage until 2012.

Chris Mitchell, EDS vice president for Australia and New Zealand, said the agreements were in line with a more collaborative and strategic relationship being developed between the two organizations to decouple arrangements and deliver specific business outcomes.

“When we signed the EPS agreement last year we also agreed to a joint Charter as a foundation for further enhancing our ongoing business relationship,” Mr Mitchell said. “We support the Bank’s business every day and the Charter reinforces our close involvement in helping it achieve its goals.”

Mr Mitchell said the latest contract renewal was a reflection of the hard work that had gone into meeting the quality and service challenges that underpin the relationship.

“The EDS teams continue to work with the Commonwealth Bank to ensure it achieves its strategic vision of excelling in customer service,” he said. “We can help the Bank realize this by delivering the most reliable financial services infrastructure in Australia.”

Under the new end-user computing services contract, EDS will be responsible for supporting the Bank’s 44,000 desktop devices, 3,300 ATMs, 4,000 printers and 1,000 facsimile machines.

CBA group executive CIO, Michael Harte, said the collaborative approach was enabling EDS to find new ways of providing value to the Bank through enhancing and meeting end-user expectations.

“EDS has stepped up to the quality and service challenge, adding simplicity, stability and improved delivery to the IT services offered to the bank,” he said. “The latest re-signing is a reflection that EDS has raised the bar and will deliver significantly enhanced business outcomes.”

The partnership between EDS and the CBA began in 1997 with a 10-year agreement for IT services.

About EDS
EDS (NYSE: EDS) is a leading global technology services company delivering business solutions to its clients. EDS founded the information technology outsourcing industry 45 years ago. Today, EDS delivers a broad portfolio of information technology and business process outsourcing services to clients in the manufacturing, financial services, healthcare, communications, energy, transportation, and consumer and retail industries and to governments around the world. Learn more at eds.com.

The statements in this news release that are not historical statements, including statements regarding the amount of new contract values, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. These statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond EDS' control, which could cause actual results to differ materially from such statements. For information concerning these risks and uncertainties, see EDS' most recent Form 10-K. EDS disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Contact
Rosalind See
EDS Malaysia
603 8686 5309
rosalind.see@eds.com

Kimberly Nelson
EDS, Marketing and Communications Director Asia
Hong Kong
852 2953 7678
kimberly.nelson@eds.com

Vincent Leong or Wang Huibin
Upstream Asia (Singapore)
65 6323 7377
vincent.leong@upstreamasia.com
huibin.wang@upstreamasia.com


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EDS Appoints New Leader For Southeast Asia

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: THURSDAY, JULY 4, 2007

SINGAPORE - EDS announced today that it has named Mark Abe as vice president and managing director for the Southeast Asia region. He will take on responsibility for driving growth in key Southeast Asian markets including Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand. He will also be setting the direction and charting the strategy for EDS in emerging markets within the region.

This responsibility is in addition to his role as the Asia Pacific Transportation Industry Leader, where he oversees the combined Air Services, Freight, Logistics & Rail, and Travel & Hospitality interests for the region. Abe brings combined management consultant capabilities and vast industry knowledge that will bring maximum value to our clients.

“The economies of Southeast Asia continue to expand, offering plenty of opportunities and challenges at the same time,” said Kerry Purcell, vice president and Managing Director of EDS Asia.

“Mark Abe brings with him a great wealth of operational experience and leadership skills that will help our clients succeed in this marketplace.”

Prior to this appointment, Abe was vice president of EDS’ Global Air Services division, providing management consulting services to global airline clients around the world leading major outsourcing and merger/acquisition initiatives. He joined EDS in 1989 as an aerospace engineer supporting EDS' Air Transportation Strategic Business Unit. He has since held various roles in the organization focusing on the transportation, manufacturing and aerospace & defence industries.

Mark and his family have relocated from Shanghai to Singapore which is the SE Asia Headquarters as well as the newly appointed Asia-Pacific headquarters. He holds a bachelor of science degree in aerospace engineering from the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA).

About EDS
EDS (NYSE: EDS) is a leading global technology services company delivering business solutions to its clients. EDS founded the information technology outsourcing industry 45 years ago. Today, EDS delivers a broad portfolio of information technology and business process outsourcing services to clients in the manufacturing, financial services, healthcare, communications, energy, transportation, and consumer and retail industries and to governments around the world. Learn more at eds.com.

Contact
Rosalind See
EDS Malaysia
603 8686 5309
rosalind.see@eds.com

Kimberly Nelson
EDS, Marketing and Communications Director Asia
Hong Kong
852 2953 7678
kimberly.nelson@eds.com

Vincent Leong or Wang Huibin
Upstream Asia (Singapore)
65 6323 7377
vincent.leong@upstreamasia.com
huibin.wang@upstreamasia.com

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