Nyko Technologies to Enter Portable Audio Market with Extensive Lineup of iPod Accessories

Business Wire, Jan 3, 2005

LOS ANGELES -- Nyko Will Show New Original Product Line, Including MoviePlayer, SpeakerDock and iTop at CES

Nyko Technologies(R), a peripherals manufacturer dedicated to enhancing the digital lifestyle, will exhibit an extensive lineup of all-new iPod(R) accessories at the 2005 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the world's largest annual tradeshow for consumer technology. The company's showcase of stylish iPod products marks its entry into the portable audio market. Nyko has previously built a strong reputation for delivering innovative problem-solving products for interactive entertainment, computing, wireless, and online technologies.

At CES, Nyko will introduce the following accessories for Apple(R) iPod:

--MoviePlayer(TM), a groundbreaking peripheral that transforms the iPod into a complete multimedia center, allowing users to transfer and play movies, videos and photos on a 3.5 in. 65,000 color TFT screen with built-in control pad

--iTop(TM) Button Relocator, a sleek adaptor, plugging into the iPod's remote port, that relocates all basic control functions from the face of the player to the top of the iPod -- perfect for listening on-the-go, whether running, biking, or just toting in a bag or pocket

--Speaker Dock(TM), a stylish charging cradle that lets users listen to their favorite tunes on their iPod in crisp, clear stereo while charging up their unit for portable use

--Universal Car Mount(TM), an attractive, easy-to use, and durable holder for mounting the iPod/iPod mini in the car, featuring a quick release for easy installation. Compatible with car chargers, FM transmitters, and other accessories

--iBoost(TM), a slim and compact rechargeable battery pack for iPods with dock connectors, that adds up to 16 hours of extra playtime and features high-quality lithium-ion battery cells

--iBoost(TM) mini, a slim and compact rechargeable battery pack for iPod mini that adds up to 10 hours of extra playtime and features high-quality lithium-ion battery cells

--Charger Case(TM) for iPod, a stylish, shock resistant aluminum charger case with a built-in power supply that will fully power an iPod three times before it needs recharging itself

--Stereo Link(TM), an ideal dock connector to RCA plug cable that allows the iPod to connect to any device such as a home stereo, pro-audio workstation/mixer, television, DVD player, VCR, car stereo and HDTV

--FireWire Adaptor(TM), a high performance adaptor that allows the iPod to connect to a FireWire port for transfer speeds of 400Mbps

Nyko's iPod products will launch in early 2005 and will be available at all major retailers.

Nyko will exhibit in the Las Vegas Hilton (attached to the North Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center) in suite 9121, Jan. 5-8, 2005. To make a press appointment with Nyko during CES, please contact Sibel Sunar of The Bohle Company at (323) 309-7094 or sibel@bohle.com. All other inquiries, please contact Susan Corben (310) 488-8570 or susan@nyko.com.

About Nyko Technologies(R)

Nyko Technologies(R) develops, manufactures, and markets innovative peripherals to enhance the digital lifestyle. The company's mission is to deliver products that solve problems and improve user experience for work and play. Nyko specializes in interactive entertainment, computing, consumer electronics, portable audio, as well as online and wireless technologies. The company has distribution through major U.S. and Canadian retailers, along with distributors worldwide. Founded in 1995, Nyko is headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Please go to www.nyko.com or call 1-888-444-6956 for more information.