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Belkin Teams-Up With Apple To Deliver New Duo Of iPod(Tm) Accessories

Store thousands of digital photos on an iPod(tm) or use it as a digital voice recorder as UK first products are unveiled

Northampton, UK - 27th October 2003 - Belkin, the leading manufacturer of computer peripherals and accessories, today announces reaching a new milestone in its relationship with Apple. The existing partnership between the two companies has been extended to incorporate two new products developed specifically for Apple's popular portable digital audio device, iPod(tm).

Belkin and Apple have been working closely together as part of an ongoing relationship to develop accessories stylised the iPod way, which directly enhance the user experience. These latest products, the Belkin Voice Recorder for iPod(tm) and Media Reader for iPod(tm) are the first of their kind to be released to market in the UK, for Apple's 3G iPod(tm) and are perfect for iPod(tm) users on the go.

Belkin's new Voice Recorder for iPod is a great solution for users with something memorable to say, as it enables them to double their iPod(tm) as a digital voice recorder. It delivers the ability to record memos, lectures, interviews and conversations straight onto an iPod(tm). The iPod's abundant storage capacity let's you store over 60 hours of sound on a 20Gb iPod(tm). Audio notes can be easily reviewed via the built-in speaker, and recordings can be copied to a desktop or notebook computer for storage, editing or sending via email. The Belkin Voice Recorder also acts as a travel alarm clock, bringing a whole new dimension to the iPod(tm).

Key Features of the Voice Recorder:
. Records personal memos, notes and interviews via its high-quality, omnidirectional microphone . Features 16mm speaker for quick playback
. Attaches securely to an iPod through remote/headphone connector
. Indicates recording status of Voice Recorder with LED indicator
. Requires no software installation, with Plug-and-Play technology
. Packs and travels easily with its ultra compact design, includes protective storage cap
. Works with iPod software version 2.1 or later
. iPod creates audio files in mono (true) WAV format
. Supplied with Belkin's lifetime warranty

The Belkin Media Reader for iPod provides a perfect solution for backing- up images onto an iPod, making it great for users on the move.

Its abundant storage handles thousands of digital photos, freeing up camera disk space to enable users to take even more pictures. Supporting six types of media; Compact Flash I and II, Smart Media(tm), Secure Digital, MultiMediaCard and Memory StickR, it transfers pictures quickly via FireWire technology.

Key Features of the Media Reader for iPod:
. Transfers files quickly and easily via FireWireR Technology .
Protects the media slots from pocket dust and dirt at all times with sliding port features . Stores cable away easily when not in use with its onboard cable/connector storage
. Saves thousands of digital images on an iPod
. Indicates power and data transfer status of Media Reader with LED indicator
. Supports CompactFlashR (Type 1 & 2), SmartMedia TM, Secure Digital (SD), Memory StickR, or MultiMediaCard (MMC)
. Works with iPod software version 2.1 or later, utilising on-screen user interface
. Includes 4 AAA batteries
. Supplied with a 3-year warranty

Pricing
The Voice Recorder for iPod is priced at UKP39.99 (Inc VAT) and the Media Reader for iPod is priced at UKP89.99(Inc VAT).

About Belkin
Belkin is a global leader in connectivity solutions, offering a range of innovations for the computer, electronics, and mobile consumer. With diverse and far-reaching product mix consisting of USB and FireWireR devices, Wireless and Wired SOHO networking products, KVM (keyboard/video/mouse) switches, Bluetooth(tm), peripheral sharing, power protection, and cabling. Belkin also extends its reach to mobile telephone accessories, PDA accessories and Laptop bags as well as other solutions for mobile computing. Since the inception of the company in 1983, Belkin has enjoyed years of dramatic and constant growth with gross sales exceeding USD500 million worldwide FYE/2002. Belkin Components remains a privately held company, and currently has over 1200 employees located in offices throughout North America, Europe, Australia and the Far East. The company is headquartered in Compton, California. The European head office & distribution centre is located in Rushden, Northamptonshire, with additional sales and marketing offices located in Schiphol Rijk, The Netherlands, Versailles, France and Munich, Germany.

Belkin's success in both the European and US markets in 2001, 2002 and 2003 has been acknowledged with a record number of awards at RetailVision, the leading IT retail channel event organised by Gartner. Belkin products are available through a network of major distributors, resellers, and superstores throughout the UK. For further information visit www.belkin.co.uk