portal, to offer its subscribers a huge library of free applications. Using GetJar, 3's customers can download the most popular free mobile applications, including Google Maps for Mobile, Yahoo!Go, eBuddy, mig33, MyWaves, and Nimbuzz, and take them wherever they go.

3 is the first UK mobile operator, and one of the first operators in the world, to offer such a diverse range of freeware, demo, and ad-supported applications to consumers. In doing so, 3 aims to broaden its service offering for consumers and encourage uptake of mobile applications. Its partnership with GetJar gives 3 access to the world's largest and most successful mobile applications portfolio -- GetJar recently surpassed 300 million downloads worldwide.

GetJar provides an open and free environment for application developers and consumers, with over 10,000 free applications available for anyone with a Java, Symbian, Windows Mobile, Palm, BlackBerry, or Flash Lite-compatible phone, and will soon launch a catalog of Android applications in 2008. GetJar's 'Mobile Applications Ecosystem' connects consumers to developers through free access to applications, and connects developers to global wireless markets quickly, easily, and free of charge. GetJar hosts a robust download system, ensuring application compatibility with hundreds of handsets.

"3 is known for innovative services, and providing 3 customers with access to the best and most popular free applications is an important step for the mobile industry," said Ilja Laurs, founder and CEO of GetJar. "GetJar's huge library of mobile applications will play a crucial role in satisfying customer demand and driving revenue for 3."

Mei Lin Ng, co-founder and vice president of marketing at leading mobile application developer, mig33 commented, "It's great to see market leaders partnering together, and helping to pave the way for a more open, mobile Internet. For many users already, GetJar is the number one place they visit to find the latest and best mobile applications and services."

About GetJar

Founded in 2004, GetJar is one of the world's most popular mobile application distribution and developer community, with over 200,000 registered developer and beta-tester accounts. GetJar operates a groundbreaking business model in which all industry groups from consumers and developers to publishers and advertisers are connected in an interactive environment, which also gives users an active role in product development. GetJar is based in the UK and Lithuania.

Information Source:    Marketwire