3GPP
3rd Generation (mobile communications) Partnership Project
based on GSM core networks
new radio interface (UTRA - UMTS Radio Access)
full global coverage and roaming
support a full range of services including IP, with rates up to 2Mbit/s
partners are ARIB, TTC, TTA, T1, ETSI, CWTS, GSA, GSM Association, UMTS Forum, UWCC & IPv6 forum
agreement with the WAP Forum