NewerTech and OWC Introduce the 'RoadTrip!' FM Transmitter for the Apple iPod Digital Music Player

Business Wire, August 18, 2004

WOODSTOCK, Ill. -- 'RoadTrip!' an affordable iPod accessory also compatible with most personal audio players

Newer Technology Inc. (NewerTech) and Other World Computing (OWC) today announced the full availability of the NewerTech 'RoadTrip!' FM transmitter, an adapter that allows iPod users to broadcast their favorite audio files from an iPod through a car audio system using the 107.7 FM radio frequency.

The 'RoadTrip!' FM transmitter was first introduced exclusively to readers of the Aug. 6 edition of OWC's "Tips n' Deals" e-newsletter. "Our supply of 'RoadTrip!' transmitters is now high enough that I'm comfortable making it available for everyone so they too can enjoy reliable iPod listening via a car's FM radio for a remarkably low price," said Larry O'Connor, president of Other World Computing.

The 'RoadTrip!' FM iPod transmitter connects to a vehicle's 12-volt cigarette lighter and has a 3.5-millimeter stereo jack that is compatible with all four generations of iPods, the iPod mini and most personal MP3 and audio players. The 'RoadTrip!' is available immediately at www.macsales.com for $19.99.

"The 'RoadTrip!' FM transmitter is a perfect balance of high-quality sound and low cost, which allows iPod lovers to play their music through their car's FM radio -- any car -- any FM radio, with ease," O'Connor said. "In testing the 'RoadTrip!' we found the sound quality equal to or even better than other similar products, but with exceptional broadcast stability -- unlike other products that did not consistently provide a good signal to the radio. Many FM iPod transmitters give users a real headache just trying to get a good frequency lock, but the 'RoadTrip!' locks clean to FM 107.7 and doesn't suffer the signal bleed or drift that just takes the fun out of any trip with your iPod."

More information on pricing, ordering and availability for NewerTech's 'RoadTrip!' can be found online at www.macsales.com/roadtrip or by calling 800-275-4576.

About Newer Technology Inc.

For more than 16 years, Newer Technology Inc. (NewerTech) has been recognized as the leading developer of performance upgrades for PowerBooks, desktop Macintosh computers, iMacs and MacOS compatibles. NewerTech is a division of New Concepts Development Corp., headquartered in Woodstock, Ill. Dealer inquiries are welcome by calling 815-338-8685 or by e-mailing sales@newertech.com.

About Other World Computing

Other World Computing (OWC) has been providing quality hardware products and support to the Macintosh universe since 1988. The Illinois-based company operates the popular www.macsales.com Web site, which features one of the largest online catalogs of enhancement products, including OWC's own Mercury acceleration and FireWire product lines. Along with its proprietary XPostFacto, which allows select pre-G3 computers to run Mac OS X, OWC is an Apple Certified Developer, and provides extensive technical support for Macintosh users around the world. OWC owns and operates OWC.Net and FasterMac.net, which provide Internet access, Web design and hosting solutions.