ZINK Imaging Builds on 2008 Successes With New Partners and Products at the 2009 International CES

Market Wire, January, 2009

ZINK Imaging, inventors and manufacturers of the award-winning ZINK(TM) Zero Ink(TM) digital printing technology and ZINK Paper(TM), today unveiled at the 2009 International Consumer Electronics Show a new member of its expanding partner network and announced the availability of additional ZINK-enabled products. ZINK Imaging is creating the future of printing with its award-winning ink-free technology and a network of the world's most innovative companies and global brands.

"During 2008, we commercialized the ZINK Technology, signed several new partnerships, and attracted significant accolades," said Wendy Caswell, President and CEO, ZINK Imaging. "We are thrilled by the customer reaction to the ZINK-enabled products currently available and are looking forward to continued momentum in 2009."

Partnerships

ZINK today announced Lite-On Technology Corporation as their newest partner, adding to the network of partners it secured in 2008. Lite-On is a multi-billion dollar component and consumer electronics products supplier based in Taiwan. They currently have a vast imaging product line including digital frames, printers, camera phone components and digital cameras.

ZINK Imaging is working hand-in-hand with Lite-On on the product development and OEM manufacturing of a variety of ZINK-enabled devices for companies looking to deliver innovative printing solutions to their customers. Lite-On's numerous global customers will bring ZINK-enabled devices and ZINK Paper to the marketplace under their respective brands.

Both companies expect the first in an extensive roadmap of ZINK-enabled products to ship in 2009. One of the innovative new products under development is a digital frame with a built-in 4"x6" ZINK printer.

Lite-On joins Alps, Foxconn, Polaroid, and TOMY as members of ZINK Imaging's partner network which is focused on bringing ZINK-enabled products to market worldwide. ZINK will be announcing additional partnerships throughout 2009. http://www.ZINK.com/meet-the-network

ZINK(TM)-enabled Products

ZINK Imaging is delivering on its vision through the commercialization of a variety of ZINK-enabled products. The first products launched by the partner network use the 2"x3" ZINK format and are targeted at the mobile entertainment printing market. In 2009, the product portfolio will be expanded to include larger formats and additional embedded devices.

TOMY xiao(TM) TIP-521 Digital Camera with Built-in ZINK(TM) Printer

In November, TOMY publicly announced the xiao(TM) TIP-521 Digital Camera with Built-in ZINK Printer. The xiao(TM) is an integrated digital camera and printer that allows consumers to capture, view, and immediately print their digital images without ink, anywhere. Photos can now be viewed and shared right away.

The xiao(TM) (pronounced "sha-oh") is the culmination of the collaboration between the two companies on the development, branding, and marketing of a new family of printing products that leverage ZINK Imaging's ZINK Zero Ink(TM) printing technology. Founded in Tokyo, Japan, TOMY (known as K.K. Takaratomy in Japan) is a multi-billion dollar company that has a rich eight-decade history of developing and manufacturing a broad portfolio of exciting and educational toys, games, video games and other electronics for consumers of all ages. Known for its innovation, quality and safety, TOMY's mission is to produce consumer technology that entertains and inspires both children and adults. http://www.ZINK.com/TOMY-Xiao

The Polaroid PoGo(TM) Instant Digital Camera

In a separate announcement released today, Polaroid publicly announced the availability and details around their newest ZINK-enabled product, the Polaroid PoGo(TM) Instant Digital Camera. The product debuts today at the Consumer Electronics Show and can be seen at the Polaroid booth -- Central Hall, Booth #13164.

The Polaroid PoGo(TM) Instant Digital Camera is a fully-featured digital camera complete with a built-in ZINK photo printer. With an integrated ZINK printer, photo printing becomes as mobile as photo taking for instant enjoyment, anywhere. The Polaroid PoGo(TM) Instant Digital Camera features a large 3" bright color LCD, built-in fun borders, and easy one-step printing with a dedicated print button. http://www.ZINK.com/Polaroid-PoGo-Digital-Camera

In July, Polaroid's first ZINK-enabled product, the PoGo(TM) Instant Mobile Printer, was made available at retail. The PoGo(TM) Mobile Instant Printer has PoGo(TM) appeared on many top gadget gifts and holiday gift guides, including the TODAY Show, and is on its way to achieving iconic status having been cited in a clue on Jeopardy!®. http://www.ZINK.com/PoGo-Mobile-Printer

ZINK Paper(TM) Shipment Milestone

At the heart of all ZINK-enabled products is the patented ZINK Paper, an advanced composite material with embedded yellow, magenta, and cyan dye crystals. These dye crystals, named Amorphochromic(TM) crystals, are one of the key fundamental inventions that make Zero Ink printing possible. A ZINK-enabled device uses heat to activate and colorize these crystals. A single sheet of ZINK Paper alone contains more than one billion crystals.