New, Smaller Battery-Operated Adapter Offers Emergency Power SupplySCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Jan 08, 2007 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Mobility Electronics, Inc. (NASDAQ: MOBE), the pioneer in portable
power and computing solutions for the mobile electronic device user,
announces the launch of a new version of the iGo powerXtender. This
will be the company's second product in the iGo power adapter line
that utilizes battery power to provide hours of extra runtime to
virtually any mobile device. The iGo powerXtender is designed to power
most portable electronic devices, such as mobile phones, MP3 players,
Bluetooth(R) headsets and more with two AA batteries.
"The new iGo powerXtender, our second battery-powered adapter,
helps to elevate our position in the 'emergency' power market as we
expand our offerings in that product segment," said Charles Mollo,
chief executive officer of Mobility Electronics. "According to a
survey on the use of mobile power, approximately 20 percent of
consumers experience a complete loss in the use of their portable
devices due to insufficient power at least once per week. As a result,
we believe this product is an important addition to our full line of
power products for the mobile electronic device user."
The new iGo powerXtender is compact and lightweight, fitting
easily in a pocket or small bag. It provides up to four hours of
runtime, has more compatibility than any competing product, and
supports most mobile electronic devices on the market including mobile
phones, MP3 players, Bluetooth(R) headsets and more. Users can simply
replace or recharge the two AA batteries each time they are used up,
which makes the iGo powerXtender a convenient device to have on hand
when camping, boating, sightseeing or anytime standard power outlets
are not available or easily accessible.
Like all iGo adapters, the iGo powerXtender leverages the
company's patented tip technology, which allows one adapter to charge
multiple devices through the use of interchangeable tips. Users are
able to charge hundreds of brands and thousands of models of mobile
electronic devices by simply switching the tips.
The iGo powerXtender is available online at www.iGo.com and
retails for $15.99.
The iGo powerXtender battery-operated power supply offers the
following key features and benefits:
-- Utilizes two AA batteries to power and charge almost any
mobile electronic device
-- Provides hours of extra runtime when away from standard power
outlets
-- Interchangeable power tips with patented tip technology allow
users to power multiple gadgets with a single iGo charger (iGo
power tips sold separately)
-- Works with mobile phones, Bluetooth(R) headsets, smart phones,
MP3 players, portable gaming devices, digital cameras and more
-- New smaller, lightweight design
-- Perfect for travel - users can leave bulky wall adapters at
home
Alongside the new iGo powerXtender, Mobility Electronics will also
launch at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) the new iGo
everywhere85, which will receive a 2007 Design and Engineering Award.
The iGo everywhere85 is a redesigned, sleeker version of Mobility
Electronics' flagship notebook adapter, iGo Juice(R)70. The iGo
everywhere85 is expected to be available for purchase in the first
half of 2007 both online at www.iGo.com and at select retail locations
nationwide. The suggested retail price for this adapter is $129.99.
About Mobility Electronics, Inc.
Mobility Electronics, Inc., based in Scottsdale, Arizona, is a
designer and developer of universal power adapters for high-power
(e.g., portable computers) and low-power (e.g., mobile phones, PDAs,
digital cameras, etc.) mobile electronic devices and is also the
creator of the patented intelligent tip technology. Mobility
Electronics' iGo brand offers a full line of AC, DC and combination
AC/DC power adapters for high- and low-power mobile electronic (ME)
devices. All these adapters leverage the Company's tip technology,
which enable one power adapter to power/charge hundreds of brands and
thousands of models of ME devices through the use of interchangeable
tips.
The Company also offers hardware products for handheld devices;
expansion and docking products for servers, desktop and portable
computers; and folding keyboards and other accessories for the ME
device market.
Mobility Electronics' products are available at www.iGo.com as
well as through leading resellers, retailers and OEM partners. For
additional information, call 480-596-0061 or visit
www.mobilityelectronics.com.
Mobility Electronics, iGo, Juice, iGo dualpower and ...improving
your mobile experience are registered trademarks, and powerXtender is
a trademark of Mobility Electronics, Inc. All other trademarks or
registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
This release contains forward-looking statements within the
meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995,
including expectations relating to the expected demand, timing and
availability of the iGo powerXtender, everywhere85 and certain
interchangeable tips. These forward-looking statements are based on
management's current expectations and beliefs and are subject to risks
and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially
from those described in the forward-looking statements. In particular,
factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from
those in the forward-looking statements include unexpected delays in
the availability of the iGo powerXtender and everywhere85, the sell
through rates and market demand for the iGo powerXtender and
everywhere85; delays or cessation of shipments of the Company's
products to various retail outlets; the timing and success of new
product introductions; the development and introduction of new
products by us and our competitors; the performance of suppliers and
subcontractors; industry and general economic or business conditions;
and other factors detailed in our filings with the Securities and
Exchange Commission. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the
date made and are not guarantees of future performance. We undertake
no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking
statements.
SOURCE: Mobility Electronics, Inc.
LAUNCH for Mobility Electronics
Aly Saxe, 480-966-0100 ext. 207
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or
Mobility Electronics, Inc.
Julia Francis, 480-477-3583
jfrancis@mobl.com