The new partners are given access to UIQ roadmap updates, joint marketing, technical support and also have the option to receive early access to UIQ releases.

UIQ, an open user interface and application development software platform, makes it possible for mobile phone manufacturers to create different kinds of phones, all based on the same open software platform. Main customers are Sony Ericsson and Motorola.

“The UIQ Alliance Partner Program expands the options for our customers to choose applications and services that work well with UIQ. This accelerates time to market when creating new mobile phones”, says Elisabet Melin, VP Marketing at UIQ Technology. “We are very pleased to welcome our new partners into the UIQ Alliance Partner Program and look forward to a good cooperation.”

New Partners:

ArcSoft Inc. is a software developer of multimedia technologies and applications across desktop and embedded platforms. Working closely with major OEM manufacturers, ArcSoft offers a full line of imaging and video solutions that enhance the features, performance, and user experience of mobile phones, digital cameras, optical drives, personal computers, and consumer electronics devices. www.arcsoft.com

CIeNET Technologies is an outsourcing service company based in China. They are telecommunication and embedded system experts in mobile devices, value-added services, base stations, billing and customer care, and network management. CIeNET is one of the fastest growing outsourcing service companies in China. www.cienet.com.cn

fring™ is a mobile internet community giving service that enables users to make free mobile calls, live chat and interact with other fringsters™ and their favorite online communities & services, all while on the go. www.fring.com

Google’s innovative search technologies connect millions of people around the world with information every day. One of Google’s aims is to develop products and services that are specifically designed for mobile devices and for local markets. www.google.com

iSkoot is dedicated to enabling mobile Internet voice and chat services. iSkoot software enables users to load their buddy lists, view presence information, make and receive push-of-a-button Internet calls, and enjoy live chat all on their mobile handsets. www.iskoot.com

Mobica specializes in providing consultancy, project and engineering services on Symbian and UIQ platforms, from base porting and core platform development, through to innovative applications, UI design and connectivity solutions. www.mobica.com