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Software used in the eHealth500 mobile terminal adheres to the current specifications for "mobile card terminals with mini-connectors" of the gematik (Gesellschaft fur Telematikanwendungen der Gesundheitskarte), the German healthcare organization overseeing the implementation of the country's eHealth card program. The terminal is also firmware upgradable to accommodate future updates as the program evolves and changes, ensuring its compliance throughout all stages of the electronic health card's implementation. Additionally, the German health insurance industry has agreed to subsidize the cost of the terminals, making them affordable for all healthcare professionals throughout the country.

The eHealth500 mobile design is ideal for mobile usage: navigation and function keys are clearly arranged and intuitive to use, the display is large and background lit. At the same time, the terminal is compact and convenient, fitting easily in a pocket or bag.

SCM expects to begin shipping its new mobile terminals in early 2009.

"The eHealth500 mobile once again demonstrates SCM's leadership in developing terminals that meet the demanding requirements of both the standards organizations and the doctors who will be reading electronic health cards on a daily basis," continued Wendling. "Our mobile terminal is the newest edition to a product line that includes both desktop and mobile solutions for one the world's largest public IT programs, where reliability, compliance and ease of use are of highest importance."

About SCM Microsystems

SCM Microsystems is a leading provider of solutions that open the Digital World by enabling people to conveniently access digital content and services. The company develops, markets and sells the industry's broadest range of contact and contactless smart card reader technology for secure PC
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