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Nyko Technologies debuted its full lineup of new products at the Consumer Electronics Show 2009 in Las Vegas, Nevada. In addition to the previously announced Metal Pedal and Charge Station Quad, the following lineup of brand new videogame accessories for the Nintendo Wii will be on display for an exclusive hands-on demo:

The Wand
The Nyko Wand is the world’s most advanced alternative to the Wii Remote and has been designed from the ground up for superior functionality, comfort, and value. The new controller maintains all of the control functions Wii gamers expect with full motion-sensing capability, pointer functionality, vibration feedback, and a built-in speaker, while offering a variety of new features.

The Wand contains Nyko’s all-new Trans-Port technology, which enables control and vibration feedback to be electrically replicated on a compatible attachment accessory, providing for faster and more accurate inputresponse. Current attachments made for the Wii Remote can only access buttons through use of 

mechanical triggers and provide no vibration feedback. One of the many potential uses of Trans-Port technology is a pistol grip that connects to the Wand and electrically replicates key action buttons, providing controls not currently accessible with attachments for the Wii Remote. In addition, enlarged 1 and 2 buttons make the Wand an exceptional choice for classic gaming control when turned sideways, complete with Nyko’s signature rubberized battery cover to ensure maximum comfort and grip.

The Wand will be available at select retail stores nationwide in April, 2009.

Charge Station EX
The Charge Station EX is the latest iteration of North America’s best-selling third party videogame accessory, the Charge Station^TM for Wii. Also a 2-port Wii Remote charging and storage solution, the Charge Station EX adds LED battery level indicators to the front of the device and a new sleek look. Now users will be able to determine not only when a controller is charging but also the charge level of the battery based on the LED indicators.

The Charge Station EX will be available at stores nationwide in April, 2009 and will retail for an MSRP of $34.99.

Kama Charge Kit^TM
The Kama Charge Kit is an all-in-one charging solution for the Wii. The device simultaneously stores and charges both the Wii Remote^TM and the Kama controllers in one convenient unit. Included with the Kama Charge Kit is a Kama Wireless Controller, a rechargeable battery pack, and a rubberized battery cover for both the Wii Remote and Kama controllers to allow for seamless drop-in charging.

The Kama Charge Kit will be available at stores nationwide in April, 2009.

Mad Catz® Introduces New AirDrives^TM FIT Interactive Earphones for MP3 Players, iPods^TM and iPhones^TM

Mad Catz Interactive, Inc., the creators of AirDrives Interactive Earphones, announced the release of AirDrives FIT Interactive Earphones and AirDrives FIT Interactive Earphones for iPhone at CES 2009 on Monday. The latest models in the AirDrives range, which are ideally designed for those who enjoy listening to music while cycling, running or playing sports.

Like every product in the AirDrives range, both of the new models allow users to enjoy their music in rich, high quality stereo sound yet still be fully aware of their surroundings at all times. AirDrives FIT utilize patent pending InAir Technology. The new models have been designed to offer increased comfort and simplicity while reducing overall weight of the product by discarding the frame of the earphones and instead utilizing a wire loop which fits around the users ear and adjusts for optimal retention, proving more suitable for users wearing sunglasses or a helmet. In addition, the AirDrives FIT for iPhone model features an integrated in-line microphone, allowing users to pause their music and answer calls without the need to remove their earphones.

Darren Richardson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Mad Catz commented, “We created the original AirDrives to provide a safe listening option for those who lead an active lifestyle and enjoy listening to music on the move. Our research tells us that a large number of AirDrives users are runners and cyclists, thus the new FIT range has been specifically designed to integrate better with a helmet and sunglasses. We understand that the new FIT range needs to withstand the rigors of a sporting lifestyle and are confident that the new models will prove extremely durable yet offer exceptional value.”

Both AirDrives FIT models are compatible with all current iPod music players as well as other brands of MP3 players. The suggested retail price for AirDrives FIT is $39.99, available in black, silver or pink designs. AirDrives FIT for iPhone carries a suggested retail price of $59.99 available in black. AirDrives are available online at the GameShark Store, REI Stores, Apple Stores and Fry’s Electronics.

Innovative Headset System Brings High-Definition, 5.1 Channel Surround Sound Experience

VIBRAS Five.One from Track Scan(TM) Is Named an Official Xbox 360(R) Accessory by Microsoft

MOORESVILLE, N.C., Dec. 16 /PRNewswire/ — Delivering sound so detailed and powerful that it puts users inside the game, the new VIBRAS Five.One Surround Sound Headset System has received Microsoft’s approval as an official Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system accessory.

The VIBRAS Five.One, designed specifically for Xbox 360 and Xbox Live(R), uses Dolby(R) Digital AC3 and special “sound-canal” technology to create a true 5.1 channel surround sound experience. With five individually encoded discrete audio channels pulsating through 10 speakers (five in each ear cup), gamers who use the VIBRAS Five.One enjoy unprecedented sound quality.

“It’s awesome!” said Rich Heinz, a professional gamer from Port Jefferson, N.Y. “I can literally hear everything and know exactly where each sound is coming from. The overall sound quality is excellent.”

VIBRAS Five.One was developed and manufactured by Track Scan, based in Mooresville, N.C., a leading provider of headsets and audio scanners for motorsports.

The company’s scanners that allow racing fans to listen to drivers, crews, officials, and radio and TV broadcasts are available for rent or purchase at every NASCAR Sprint Cup race and U.S. IndyCar Series events.

“Whether you’re playing games, watching movies, listening to music on Xbox Live or through the console with your Zune, you will find VIBRAS Five.One to be the best performing 5.1 surround sound headset system on the market,” said Glen Aikenhead, founder of Track Scan.

The $199 VIBRAS Five.One Xbox System includes the lightweight, comfortable headset, Dolby Digital AC3 Technology decoder box, detachable microphone with an in-line voice amplifier box, optical fiber cable, AC power supply and replacement ear pad covers. A USB surround sound system for personal computers is also available at $159.

Track Scan’s full line of products, including VIBRAS Five.One, can be purchased through the company’s online catalog (http://www.track-scan.com/catalog/).

The VIBRAS Five.One also will be displayed at the 2009 International CES, the world’s largest consumer technology tradeshow, in Las VegasJan. 8-11 at booth number 30927 in the South Hall.

Track Scan, Inc. is the premier supplier of scanners and headsets at all NASCAR Sprint Cup Series events, as well as U.S. IndyCar Series races. Founded in 1993, the Mooresville, N.C. based company serves thousands of race fans and corporate hospitality guests each weekend from trackside merchandise areas. In 2008, Track Scan launched VIBRAS, a high performance line of gaming and personal audio products.

Settlement Resolves Dispute about Wireless Controllers

REDMOND, Wash., Dec. 17, 2008 – Nintendo of America Inc. and Nyko Technologies, Inc. today announced they have settled a lawsuit brought by Nintendo regarding Nintendo’s intellectual property rights relating to its popular Nunchuk® controller.

Under the agreement, Nyko will continue to sell a redesigned version of its Kama wireless controller.

“We are pleased to have resolved this dispute,” said Nintendo of America President and COO Reggie Fils-Aime. “The Nunchuk and Wii brands are familiar to consumers worldwide, and Nintendo is dedicated to vigorous defense of those brands.”

“Nyko Technologies is proud to be an industry leader in gaming accessories,” said Herschel Naghi, CEO of Nyko, “and we will continue to develop exciting products for the benefit of the gaming community.”

Annual Exhibition to Offer Sneak Peek at Hottest New Video Game Accessories

“It’s a fantastic opportunity to be involved with the largest rock record label in the world” said Max Haddow, Managing Director of Wrapstar. “Roadrunner has some phenomenal artists, and to be asked to produce a set of bespoke skins for the launch event is an honour. We relish the opportunity to get our brand in front of music fans and, with our Roadrunner United: The Concert limited edition skinned iPod Touch also being given away in this weeks Kerrang! magazine, it’s a great end to 2008.”

Melissa Williams, Lifestyle Promotions at Roadrunner Records added “It was an important launch for us and we wanted to do something different. By commissioning some very exclusive Roadrunner skins from Wrapstar we made sure that the launch of Roadrunner United: The Concert became a great event, and the perfect launch pad for the DVD in the run up to Christmas.”

Wrapstar are able to design and manufacture bespoke corporate skins for a wide range of gaming systems and hi-tech gadgets, including the iPhone and the iPod Touch, and have supplied one-off branded solutions for clients such as Verisign, Disney, Atari and EA for PSP, Xbox, Wii and DS Lite.

Newly Announced Mission and Roadie Gaming Gear Bags to Serve as Official Gift Bags at Spike TV’s 2008 Video Game Awards

New Colors for Popular DS Game Pouches make Perfect Stocking Stuffers

Fremont, Calif., (December, 2008) – Continuing its efforts to provide high quality gaming peripherals to cost-conscious gamers, Penguin United has expanded its line of 24X DS Game Pouches to include four new color schemes: Red/Back; Light Blue; Pink; and Dark Blue. Now DS fans can carry and display up to 24 Nintendo DS game cartridges anywhere they go in a greater array of colors and styles.

Developed exclusively for Nintendo DS game cards, Penguin’s 24X DS Game Pouch contains 4 transparent inner sleeves, each of which holds up to 6 games. The transparent inner sleeve design allows gamers to display their game titles in the same way that they might travel with and display a collection of baseball cards or comics cards. Likewise, it is built with a sturdy zippered seal for added security and is available in multiple colors. The 24X DS Game Pouch is ideal for gamers on the move, protecting DS games from dirt, grime and various forms of impact.

“The original DS Game Pouch is an extremely popular item,” states Richard Huang, Penguin’s President. “We wanted to offer consumers a greater array of rich colors to choose from to better fit each gamers taste and personality.”

Product Highlights:
· SRP $14.99
· Available in 4 new colors (Red/Black, Light Blue, Pink, Dark Blue)
· Contains 4 transparent inner sleeves
· Holds up to 24 DS Cartridges
· Highly durable design

This gaming focused bundle will include the Sony Ericsson Walkman W760i phone and a Zeemote JS1™ Wireless Controller, as well as a 2 GB memory stick micro (M2), to allow users to save games, music, photos and videos and truly enjoy a multimedia experience. Also, with the Zeemote bundle, users will get to experience the excitement of Zeemote Ready™ games right out of the box with a preloaded copy of Heli-Strike by Fishlabs. The groundbreaking 3D helicopter shooter takes full advantage of the responsive control offered by the JS1 and the superior 3D graphics capabilities of the W760i.

“The Sony Ericsson W760i coupled with the Zeemote JS1 controller provides more control and more fun for a powerful 3D and full mobile gaming experience on the gorgeous 2.2 inch display of the W760i,” said Jose Maria Bescos, Marketing Director, Sony Ericsson Mexico. “The W760i combined with the Zeemote JS1 controller offers our users the best gaming experience in the market.”

The Zeemote JS1 Wireless Controller is ‘pocketable’, ergonomically designed to fit comfortably and discreetly in the hand and easily connects to the Sony Ericsson W760i through Bluetooth. The JS1 controller provides a fun, immersive and dynamic mobile gaming experience for the user through the use of a true analogue joystick and four assignable buttons. With dramatically enhanced game play, the Zeemote JS1 Wireless Controller becomes a must-have peripheral for mobile gaming and is a compelling addition to the value chain of products and services from both mobile operators and handset manufacturers, alike.

“We are delighted to be the first operator in Mexico to bring the Zeemote JS1 Wireless Controller to market, delivering mobile games to our customers in a way they have never experienced,” said Luis Ramón, Vice President, Mobile Devices, Telcel. “Our top priority is to bring innovative mobile products and services to Telcel customers, and the JS1 controller is a clear example of a revolution in the way people interact with their mobile device.”

Customers can be assured of a quality mobile gaming experience by downloading Zeemote Ready™ games that are perfectly matched to the Zeemote JS1 and the Sony Ericsson W760i.

The Zeemote Ready games will be available through Sony Ericsson’s Fun and Downloads web page (www.sonyericsson.com.mx/fun), as well as though the Play Now mobile portal, which they can access though their Sony Ericsson W760’s menu, including Cars, Street Fighter, Batman: Dark Knight, El Pajaro Loco (Woody Woodpecker), with many more coming soon.

“The JS1™ Controller enhances mobile gaming for all consumers and ignites revenue growth for mobile operators through increased game downloads and subscriptions,” said Jim Adams, Vice President of Sales and Business Development, Zeemote. “We are delighted to bring immersive console-style gaming to mobile through our partnership with Telcel and Sony Ericsson.”

The Sony Ericsson W760i/ Zeemote JS1 bundle will be available starting December 2008 at select Telcel retail locations and online at www.telcel.com

The Sony Ericsson Walkman W760i, with tri-band HSDPA, enables broadband speed downloads of the latest music and content wherever in the world it is used. The phone delivers built-in GPS and a 3.2 megapixel built in camera.

About Zeemote
Zeemote™, Inc. makes intelligent wireless controllers for mobile devices. The company’s debut product, the patented Zeemote JS1 controller, is the first and only wireless controller for mobile gaming. Small, fast, ergonomic and wireless, the Zeemote controller delivers the world’s best game playing experience with true analog thumbstick control. Zeemote’s first application, the Zeemote Zeekey™, allows the JS1 Controller to replicate the actions performed by the handset keypad to enhance a range of phone functionality such as internet browsing, cueing up media or playing games.

The Zeemote JS1 has already launched as part of handset bundles with Sony Ericsson and Nokia. Recognizing the large market potential, major game developers and publishers including EA Mobile, Gameloft, Glu Mobile, Digital Chocolate, Eidos, Namco Bandai Europe Ltd, Finblade, Fishlabs, iPlay, Gamelion Inc., HandyGames™, IUGO, JUMPGames, Oasys Mobile, Orange Pixel, Player One, Player X, Reaxion Corp, SEGA® of America, Super Happy Fun Fun, Capricom Mobile and Tag Games have already adapted popular games to become “Zeemote Ready.”

Zeemote was founded in 2005 by Beth Marcus, Ph.D., one of the creators of the first force feedback joystick for PC games, and is based in Chelmsford, Mass.

Jedi’s weapon!

This is THE perfect accessory for “Star Wars©” fans or for sword fighting addict!! This laser sword has a motion detector, and space for the wrist strap.

Description:

• Produces a strong blue light on the whole surface of the sword.
• 2 modes: turn on with the ON/OFF button, or motion detection (the swords lights when you move it).
• Requires 2 AA batteries not included.
• Wiimote™ not included.

Wireless Adaptor for Nunchuk™

A real revolution for the Nintendo Wii™!!

At last, the most useful accessory for Nintendo Wii™ addicts. No more cable between your Wii™ Remote and Nunchuk™! You can now box, play tennis, bowling … Just play in total freedom!

Description:

• 100% compatible with all your Wii™ games. Works instantly, no adjustment needed.
• Connection by radio frequency 2.4 GHz. Works as well as a cable.
• Use several Wireless Adaptors at the same time for multiplayer games.
• The Nunchuk™ cable can be stored inside the handle.
• Requires 2 AAA batteries not provided. Up to 50 hours of game autonomy.
• Wii™ Remote and Nunchuk™ not included.

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