SONICblue Introduces Rio S50 and S35S Sport Portable Digital Music Players

Business Wire, Oct 7, 2002

favorite music.

-- Upgradeable memory allows users to increase the memory to 256

MB simply by adding a standard MMC memory card.

-- Supports MP3 and Windows Media (WMA) giving users the freedom

to choose the music quality and playtime that they desire.

-- Clock and stopwatch allows users to time their workouts.

-- Adjustable Armbands allow users to easily attach the S35S to

their arm.

-- Up to 15-Hour Battery Life on one AAA alkaline battery.

-- No Moving Parts the S35S does not skip, making it perfect for

the toughest workouts.

-- Integrated FM Tuner allows users to tune into their favorite

FM radio stations.

-- Large, Backlit Display gives a clear display of your music and

the player's many options.

-- Carrying Case allows users to view the LCD and access all of

the player controls. The carry case also features a belt clip.

-- Adjustable EQ, repeat and shuffle play modes delivers all the

features you expect in a top of the line portable music

player.

-- Rio Music Manager software makes transferring files to the Rio

S35S easier than ever.

-- Bundled RealOne(R) Player and iTunes(TM) music management

software ensures that your S35S is PC and Mac(R) compatible

out of the box.

-- Software Upgrades allow users to download software upgrades to

support future digital audio formats and keep their Rio S35S

up to date.

(1) Based on NPDTechworld (CHN917 & CHN915P) for unit volumes sold

at US retail of mp3 enabled portable audio players (aggregate

of flash, hard disk driver and CD units) for Rio and psa-play

branded products in calendar years ended 2000 & 2001.

About SONICblue Incorporated

SONICblue is a leader in the converging Internet, digital media, entertainment and consumer electronics markets. Working with partners that include some of the biggest brands in consumer electronics, SONICblue creates and markets products that let consumers enjoy all the benefits of a digital home and connected lifestyle. SONICblue has significant global marketing capabilities and a focused technology portfolio that includes Rio(R) digital audio players; ReplayTV(R) personal television technology and software solutions; and Go-Video(R) Dual-Deck(TM) VCRs and integrated DVD VCRs.

Except for the historical information contained herein, the matters set forth in this press release, including, but not limited to, statements regarding the expected availability of the Rio S35S and S50 on SONICblue's e-store and at retail, SONICblue's ability to meet the needs of all consumers via its digital audio player line, the S35S and S50's ability to make the digital music experience better than ever for today's music enthusiasts, the features, benefits and pricing of the Rio S35S and S50, and the ability of consumers to download software upgrades to support future digital audio formats and keep the Rio S35S and S50 up to date, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially, including, but not limited to the ability of the Company, its suppliers, retailers and distributors to meet scheduled release dates, retailers' product marketing decisions, the impact of competitive products and pricing and of alternative technological advances, the ability to obtain licenses to new technology and platforms on terms acceptable to SONICblue, and other risks detailed from time to time in the SEC reports of SONICblue Incorporated, including its annual report on Form 10-K for the period ended December 31, 2001 and its quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the period ended June 30, 2002. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof. SONICblue disclaims any obligation to update these forward-looking statements.