Socket Communications Taps 802.11b/g Wireless LAN Module Market; Innovative Hardware Enables Device Manufacturers and Software Developers to Embed Enterprise Class Wireless LAN Connection in Mobile Devices and Applications

Business Wire, March 7, 2006

NEWARK, Calif. -- Socket Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ:SCKT), an innovative provider of mobile productivity products, today announced it is broadening its product offerings in the mobile device marketplace with the development of an 802.11b/g Wireless LAN Module.

"There is a huge demand in the market to support organizations with smaller scale deployment volume and different operating systems," said Shail Talati, product manager for Socket's WLAN division. "The 802.11b/g Module will enable device manufacturers to focus on their core competencies while leveraging Socket's expertise in Wireless LAN hardware, low-level device drivers, and application software."

Based on customer and market demand, Socket is developing the WLAN Module to allow mobile device manufacturers and software developers to easily integrate a superior Wi-Fi connection into their devices and applications. Designed to work with Windows Mobile 2003/2003SE, Windows Mobile 5.0, Linux and RTOS operating systems, the new WLAN Module will enable faster data throughput, providing a seamless roaming experience when moving from one access point to another. The related software and driver developer kits will support third party application developers to create and integrate Wi-Fi applications.

Key Features of the 802.11b/g Wireless LAN Module will include:

--Enterprise Class Security -- AES, WPA2-Enterprise

--Small Form Factor

--Multiple Interfaces

--Enhanced Roaming Algorithms

--Wi-Fi Certified

--RoHS and WEEE Compliant

Specifications

Socket's Wireless WLAN Module will be compatible with Windows Mobile 2003/SE/5.0 and WinCE 4.2/5.0, in addition to RTOS, such as ThreadX, VxWorks, ulTRON, Mobilinux and multiple Linux operating systems.

Pricing and Availability: Samples of the Socket 802.11b/g Wireless LAN Module will be available in Q2 with general availability in Q3 directly through Socket. Interested parties should contact Socket for further details and to get on the list for early evaluation samples.

About Socket Communications

Socket Communications (NASDAQ:SCKT) develops and distributes a broad range of data collection and network connectivity products for mobile devices such as PDAs, Smartphones and tablet PCs. Working collaboratively with mobile solutions from leading Strategic Vertical Integrators, world-class 3rd party software developers and OEMs, Socket's Mobility Friendly(R) products are proven to drive operational efficiencies, increase mobile workforce productivity, boost corporate performance and improve customer satisfaction. Socket is headquartered in Newark, California and can be reached at 510-744-2700 or http://www.socketcom.com/.> Socket and Battery Friendly are registered trademarks of Socket Communications, Inc. The Mobile Connection Company, Mobility Friendly, and KwikBlue are trademarks of Socket Communications, Inc. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Socket Communications, Inc. is under license. Wi-Fi(R) is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. All other trademarks and trade names contained herein may be those of their respective owners. (C) 2006, Socket Communications, Inc. All rights reserved.

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