Plantronics Demonstrates New Bluetooth Technology that Works with Mobile and Office Phones
New Concept Simplifies Communication with One Headset for Multiple Uses
SAN DIEGO, CA - DEMOmobile 2004 – September 10, 2004 – At DEMOmobile 2004, Plantronics, Inc. (NYSE: PLT) is demonstrating publicly for the first time a next-generation technology concept that will enable users to easily and seamlessly switch between their mobile phone, office phone, laptop and other Bluetooth devices. Mobile professionals will be able to use one wireless headset to communicate throughout their day wherever they are – in the office, on the road or on the go.
“Headsets have become a necessity for mobile professionals, but they’ve had to contend with multiple headsets, wires and adapters. Plantronics is applying its industry-leading market knowledge and the newest technologies to simplify people’s lives – soon you’ll need only one headset wherever you go,” said Mark Breier, chief marketing officer for Plantronics.
“When workers can use a single device to communicate via their phone, PDA or
laptop — both in the office and on the road — the distinction between mobile and office-based workers fades,” said Chris Shipley, Executive Producer of the DEMO Conferences. “Plantronics’ new Bluetooth technology will help workers move easily among a wide range of devices, and in doing so, allow them to wirelessly communicate from essentially anywhere.”
Plantronics is showcasing its new Bluetooth concept onstage at the conference, and is featuring a full range of headset solutions in the Demonstrator Pavilion, booth #8.
Plantronics is also introducing the MX300, its new mobile headset that features a retractable cord and patent-pending wind noise reduction technology. The MX300’s unique RetractPro™ automatic cord winder eliminates tangled cords and increases mobility by allowing users to easily extend the cord when the headset is needed or retract it with the touch of a button.
The new product’s patent-pending WindSmart™ technology uses a specially designed material over the microphone that diffuses noise for crisp, clear conversations even in windy environments – such as in the car or on the street. Plantronics’ award-winning Flex Grip® design is employed in the MX300 to provide an exceptionally comfortable, stable, yet discreet fit, making it an ideal headset for active mobile phone users. The MX300 will be available worldwide in October 2004.
About Plantronics
Plantronics introduced the first lightweight communications headset in 1962 and is recognized as the world leader in communications headsets. A publicly held company with approximately 4,000 employees, Plantronics is the leading provider of headsets to telephone companies and the business community worldwide. Plantronics headsets are also used widely in many Fortune 500 corporations and have been featured in numerous motion pictures and high-profile events, including Neil Armstrong’s historic “One small step for man” transmission from the moon in 1969. Plantronics, Inc., headquartered in Santa Cruz, California, was founded in 1961 and maintains offices in 19 countries. Plantronics products are sold and supported through a worldwide network of authorized Plantronics marketing partners. Information about the company and its products can be found at www.plantronics.com or by calling (800) 544-4660.
Safe Harbor
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Exchange Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Specific forward-looking statements relate to the anticipated availability of the MX300 mobile headset worldwide in October 2004. This forward-looking statement involves a number of risks and uncertainties, and is based on current expectations, forecasts and assumptions. In particular, there can be no assurance that the MX300 will be available in October 2004 at all or in sufficient quantities due to manufacturing, delivery and other market factors as well as the needs and operations of the major retail outlets and cellular stores. For more information concerning these and other possible risks, please refer to the Company’s Form 10-K filed on May 26, 2004, filings on Form 10-Q and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission as well as recent press releases. These filings can be accessed over the Internet at http://www.sec.gov/edgar/searchedgar/companysearch.html.
Plantronics, the logo design, and Plantronics and the logo design combined, Flex Grip, RetractPro and WindSmart are trademarks or registered trademarks of Plantronics, Inc. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and is used by Plantronics under license. All other trademarks are the property of the respective owners.
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