Conduit Software says its WAP-DA service will go live this week during the GSM 2000 World Congress in Cannes, France. The service, which is aimed at wireless operators, gives end users access to the same directory assistance databases used by the operators. While wireless companies can charge for the service, they don't incur extra expenses because end users can access the information without live operators, Conduit says.
Users enter their query using the phone's keypad.
With one keystroke, a specific listing can be stored in the phone for later use. Conduit Software said it is completing trials in Europe and trials in the U.S. will begin soon.