According to the report, "Mobile Internet Access Devices, Surfing the ‘Net on the Fly,’" we will see a boom in the popularity of wireless Internet devices, with shipments reaching double and triple digit growth through 2004.

Even though not all carriers will roll out data services, all wireless Internet access device markets will see strong growth, said Ken Hyers, a senior wireless analyst with In-Stat.

• Internet-ready two-way paging unit shipments will exceed 10 million by 2004.
• Users will more than likely rely on one device that incorporates voice and data rather than using a different device for each task.
• Initially, the devices will be used primarily for business functions, but as access speeds, displays, and interfaces improve, they will be become popular for consumer purposes.

The report also includes units shipped forecasts for all mobile Internet access device types through 2004; analysis of market drivers and marketing strategies, and profiles of over two dozen hardware vendors.