Press Release

RNS Number:6583R
mmO2 PLC
19 February 2002

mmO2 TEAMS UP WITH BT IGNITE, COMPAQ, COMPUTACENTER, HEWLETT PACKARD, UNISYS AND
                                WINLINX FOR NEW

                               MOBILE DATA DRIVE

Released: 19 February 2002

mmO2 today announced that it has signed agreements with six leading IT companies
to help market and distribute a new range of mobile data services for corporate
customers based on Microsoft wireless software and high-speed GPRS mobile data
networks.

It follows a recent agreement between mmO2 and Microsoft to collaborate on 'next
generation' mobile data services and is a significant step in the creation of a
strong reseller channel across mmO2's mobile businesses in Europe. Today's
announcement also compliments mmO2's growing portfolio of new mobile data
devices, including the forthcoming O2 xda - a Pocket PC with integrated mobile
phone and data application capabilities.

BT Ignite, Compaq, Computacenter, Hewlett Packard, Unisys and winlinx will be
the first O2 partners to offer packaged services to enterprise customers based
on their support and systems integration skills combined with mmO2's mobile data
expertise and market-leading wireless software from Microsoft. Customers will
benefit from one point of contact for their mobile communications needs,
including e-mail, contacts and calendar information as well as full-colour
Internet access on the move.

Central to the offering will be Microsoft's Mobile Information Server Enterprise
and Carrier Editions, providing secure wireless access to corporate intranets
and Microsoft Exchange data. This will be packaged with a range of mobile data
devices.

The IT partners will sell packaged services comprising GPRS data and voice
subscription contracts and new mobile data devices aimed at customers with
critical information needs. The deal should also enhance the ability of IT
companies to provide customers with a full life cycle solution including the
provision of additional mobile services, risk management, licence fulfilment,
pre-configured systems, system integration, device provisioning, consulting,
project management, training and support.

Kent Thexton, chief marketing and data officer mmO2, said: "These companies
bring to market ready-made solutions, which compliments our growing mobile data
portfolio. Our mutual goals are to meet the needs of those who have to
communicate on the move, allowing them to be reachable and remain connected to
vital information at all times."

Notes to Editors:

mmO2

mmO2 has 100% ownership of mobile network operators in four countries: the UK
(BT Cellnet), Germany (Viag Interkom), the Netherlands (Telfort Mobiel), and
Ireland (Digifone). Additionally it has operations on the Isle of Man (Manx
Telecom) and a leading European mobile internet portal business, Genie. mmO2 was
the first company in the world to launch and rollout a commercial GPRS (or 2.5G)
network and has secured third generation mobile telephony ("3G") licences in the
UK, the Netherlands, and Germany. mmO2 also expects to apply for a 3G licence in
Ireland, where the licence competition was launched on 18 December 2001. mmO2
has 17.25 million customers and some 15,000 employees, with revenues for the
year ended 31 March 2001 of B#3.2 billion. Data represented 12.8% of total
service revenues in the quarter ending December 31, 2001.

BT Ignite

BT Ignite - BT Group's international solutions and broadband business - is a
leading provider of communications services to business and wholesale customers
around the world. From e-commerce consultancy and solutions through to core
networks and Internet connectivity, BT Ignite delivers across the entire IP
value chain with a unique blend of content hosting, application service
provision, systems integration and outsourcing capabilities. BT Ignite has
established a strong European footprint and controls its own infrastructure. It
serves customers through local sales and service support teams, with 54,000
route kilometres of fibre connecting 275 cities and over 20 content hosting
centres BT Ignite delivers worldwide services via its solutions operations and
BT Global Business, in conjunction with other partners where required. Further
information is available at www.ignite.com

Compaq

Founded in 1982, Compaq Computer Corporation is a leading global provider of
information technology products, services and solutions for enterprise
customers. Compaq designs, develops, manufactures and markets information
technology equipment, software, services and solutions, including
industry-leading enterprise storage and computing solutions, fault-tolerant
business-critical solutions, communication products, personal desktop and
notebook computers, and personal entertainment and Internet access devices that
are sold in more than 200 countries directly and through a network of authorized
Compaq marketing partners. Information on Compaq and its products and services
is available at www.compaq.com

Computacenter

Computacenter is a leading European provider of IT infrastructure services. To
help our customers maximise the value of IT to their businesses, we offer
services at every stage of infrastructure investment. We can help our customers
with the choice of technology, its procurement, tailored configuration, testing
and integration within the enterprise. We can then ensure continued efficient,
cost effective performance through our range of operational management services.
The company's corporate and government clients are served by a network of branch
offices across the UK, France, Luxembourg and Belgium and, through the
international joint venture ICG, at locations throughout Europe, Asia Pacific
and North America.

Unisys

Unisys is a worldwide information technology services and solutions company
whose 39,000 people help clients in more than 100 countries utilize technology
to seize opportunities, overcome challenges and succeed in the global economy.
The company offers a rich portfolio of business solutions led by its expertise
in consulting and systems integration, outsourcing, network services and
security, coupled with leading enterprise-class server and related technologies.
Primary vertical markets for Unisys worldwide are the financial services,
transportation, communications, media, commercial and public sectors, including
U.S. federal government customers. Unisys is headquartered in Blue Bell,
Pennsylvania, in the Greater Philadelphia area. For more information on the
company, access the Unisys home page on the World Wide Web at www.unisys.com.
Investor information can be found at www.unisys.com/investor.

winlinx

winlinx, the mobile brand of Pica AG, has been providing mobile solutions on
mini-computers (PDA) for companies since 1994. More than 120 specialists
covering all relevant areas, from strategy consulting

to customer support and standardized project workflow, guarantee efficient,
reliable and secure solutions based on our customers' needs. Strategic
partnerships with leading hardware and service providers

enable winlinx to offer customers an integrated solution package.

mmO2 Contacts:

Simon Gordon

PR Manager

mmO2 plc

simon.gordon@o2.com

t: +44 (0)771 007 0698

mmO2 Corporate Communications

t: +44 (0)20 8606 1402

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