SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 30, 2008--iGo, Inc.
(Nasdaq: IGOI), a leading provider of innovative portable power
solutions, today announced that its universal chargers for notebook
computers are now available at PC World, Britain's largest specialty
chain of computer superstores. PC World has approximately 170 stores
in the UK and the Republic of Ireland.
"PC World is Britain's largest specialist chain of computing
superstores and provides us with access to the ideal customer base for
our universal chargers," said Michael D. Heil, President and Chief
Executive Officer of iGo. "The addition of PC World is a direct result
of our aggressive efforts to build our distribution presence in
Europe, which we continue to believe represents a strong growth
opportunity for the Company."
PC World will offer the following iGo products in its retail
stores and on its website at www.pcworld.co.uk:
-- iGo everywhereMAX - A combination AC/DC charger that allows
users to power/charge virtually any model of notebook computer
from any standard wall, auto or in-flight power outlet.
Bundled with the iGo dualpower accessory, users can
simultaneously charge a notebook computer and another mobile
electronic device.
-- iGo wallMAX - An ultra-portable AC charger that allows users
to power/charge virtually any model of notebook computer from
any standard wall power outlet. Bundled with the iGo dualpower
accessory, users can simultaneously charge a notebook computer
and another mobile electronic device.
"We are very pleased to offer iGo's universal chargers to our
customers," said Alan Dardis, Head of Buying, PC Peripherals &
Accessories, for PC World. "iGo chargers are a great advancement in
portable power solutions and have proven to be very popular in the
United States. We believe our customers will appreciate the value and
convenience that they provide."
About PC World
PC World is Britain's largest specialist chain of computing
superstores. The superstores offer more than 5,000 product lines
including extensive ranges of PCs, laptops, printers, software,
peripherals and accessories from the major brands, as well as many PC
World exclusive products. In-store TechGuys clinics offer on the spot
advice and service. Component Centres offer a 'one-stop shop' for
customers with advanced technical knowledge, providing a vast choice
of PC components and upgrade products at competitive prices. In 2007,
PC World won Retail Week's Product Innovation of the Year award for
its Data Recovery service. Every PC World store has an in-store PC
World Business centre staffed by experienced business specialists.
They offer local companies face-to-face help and advice with choosing
the best IT solutions. There are around 160 stores in the UK and 10 in
the Republic of Ireland.
About iGo, Inc.
iGo, Inc., based in Scottsdale, Arizona, develops and markets
universal chargers for portable computers and universal chargers for
low-power devices such as mobile phones, Bluetooth(R) headsets,
smartphones/PDAs, MP3 players, portable gaming devices, digital
cameras and more. The Company's patented tip technology enables users
to power and charge hundreds of brands and thousands of models of
mobile devices with a single charger through the use of
interchangeable power tips. iGo's brand offers a full line of chargers
for AC-only, DC-only, or combination AC/DC, as well as
battery-operated chargers. By using these revolutionary chargers and
associated tips - which, in some products, enable users to power
multiple devices simultaneously - mobile device users can save money
and eliminate the extra weight and jumbled power cords associated with
carrying multiple chargers.
iGo's products are available at www.iGo.com as well as through
leading resellers and retailers. For additional information call
480-596-0061, or visit www.igo.com.
iGo is a registered trademark of iGo, Inc. All other trademarks or
registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within
the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The
words "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "should," and other similar
statements of expectations identify forward-looking statements.
Forward-looking statements in this press release includes the belief
that the European market represents a strong growth opportunity for
the Company. These forward-looking statements are based largely on
management's expectations and involve known and unknown risks,
uncertainties and other factors, which may cause the Company's actual
results, performance or achievements, or industry results, to be
materially different from any future results, performance or
achievements expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements.
Risks that could cause results to differ materially from those
expressed in these forward-looking statements include, among others,
the loss of, and failure to replace, any significant customers; the
inability of the Company's new sales and marketing strategy to
generate broader consumer awareness, increased adoption rates, or
impact sell-through rates via its website; the timing and success of
product development efforts and new product introductions, including
internal development projects as well as those being pursued with
strategic partners; the timing and success of product developments,
introductions and pricing of competitors; the timing of substantial
customer orders; the availability of qualified personnel; the
availability and performance of suppliers and subcontractors; the
ability to expand and protect the Company's proprietary rights and
intellectual property; the successful resolution of unanticipated and
pending litigation matters; market demand and industry and general
economic or business conditions; and other factors to which this press
release refers. Additionally, other factors that could cause actual
results to differ materially from those set forth in, contemplated by,
or underlying these forward-looking statements are included in the
Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31,
2007 under the heading "Risk Factors." In light of these risks and
uncertainties, the forward-looking statements contained in this press
release may not prove to be accurate. The Company undertakes no
obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking
statements, or any facts, events, or circumstances after the date
hereof that may bear upon forward-looking statements. Additionally,
the Company does not undertake any responsibility to update you on the
occurrence of unanticipated events which may cause actual results to
differ from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking
statements.
CONTACT: Financial Relations Board
Tony Rossi
213-486-6545
trossi@frbir.com
SOURCE: iGo, Inc.
