Nokia demonstrated a dual stack IPv4/IPv6 CDMA handset, describing it as the first such product in the world. Nokia is currently offering prototype IPv6 CDMA handsets to operators for testing purposes, and will be ready for commercial delivery of dual stack IPv4/IPv6 handsets during 2004. The introduction of dual stack IPv4/IPv6 devices is seen as essential for the seamless transition of current IPv4 based networks and devices to the upcoming IPv6 environment.
Nokia said the benefits of an IPv6 handset, besides the obvious increase in address space for operators, include additional security for users. IPv6 includes packet encryption and source authentications for end-to-end security protection, and a “flow label” to support real-time traffic in a mobile environment. IPv6, by providing unique and globally routable IP addresses to users, enables a new generation of peer-to-peer applications and push-based services.
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