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Stock News Bot Date: January 8, 2007 05:03:00 AM
ABD News Kensington Keeps Mobile Professionals Connected into the New Year
REDWOOD SHORES, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kensington Computer Products Group, a worldwide leader in mobile
computing accessories today announced nine new products designed to help
consumers stay connected while on the go. The new products include
additions to the award-winning line of iPod®
accessories, to the line of media and communication devices and to the
popular line of notebook mice and keypads.
Reports indicate that 2007 will see an increase in the volume of
business travel worldwide with continued and sustained growth. According
to a recent survey by the Travel Industry Association, (www.tia.org)
today’s travelers bring a surprising amount of
technology with them in order to stay connected. While cell phones
remain the must have item when traveling, nearly one-quarter or 24
percent of all travelers also packed their laptops and 11 percent
brought an iPod or MP3 player. Across the board, Kensington offers the
products and accessories that enhance the user experience no matter what
technology device they choose to travel with.
“Business travel is on the rise, and we are
delighted to announce a wide range of products that help our customers
better enjoy their mobile lifestyles,” said
Christine Dumery, Marketing Communications Director, Kensington. “Our
expanding line of smartly designed yet easy to use products allows
mobile professionals to stay productive and enjoy their technology while
traveling on business or for leisure, locally, domestically or
internationally.”
When Travel is a Must –
Kensington has You Covered
Kensington accessories have wide appeal for mobile users who need to
have ultimate productivity and enjoyment while on the go. Kensington
answers this need with a variety of products that allow for the best
computing experience.
Play it – iPod Accessories
Mobile professionals love their music too, whether it’s
from an iPod® or an MP3 player, Kensington
keeps the tunes playing in the car or between meetings.
FX500 Speaker To Go (SKU 33390) –
Perfect for travelers, the FX500 Speaker To Go plays your MP3 or iPod
tunes with quality stereo sound thanks to its built-in speakers. The
speakers are housed in a 1.25” ultra thin
case to store and protect your music player while in use so it’s
ready to go wherever you want. SRP $49.99
Car Mount for iPod and MP3 Players (SKU 33412) –
Keep your iPod® or MP3 player safely in
place while you drive. Flexible arm positions your player in view
without taking up space or blocking dashboard controls. Adjustable,
padded cradle secures player without scratching. No installation
needed – the unique suction mount grips
tightly, yet releases quickly by lifting a lever. SRP $29.99
Connect it
As more mobile professionals rely on Internet communications to conduct
business calls or stay in touch with family and friends around the
world, Kensington expands its line of VoIP accessories that simplifies
making Internet calls through a computer. Additionally, Kensington has a
solution that allows mobile professionals to exchange more content
between media devices.
Vo200 Bluetooth® Internet Phone (SKU
33406) – Using your Bluetooth®-enabled
PC, the Kensington Vo200 Bluetooth®
Internet Phone lets you make clear calls and get hours of talk time -
over three hours and up to 30 hours standby time. When you’re
finished, just slide it into your notebook’s
PC Card slot to conveniently store and recharge. Always make clear
calls with advanced echo cancellation and noise suppression
technology. Use the convenient hands free mode or change to handset
mode for more privacy. The Vo200 Bluetooth Internet Phone is
compatible with your favorite Internet phone services including Skype™,
MSN®, Yahoo® and
Google. SRP $89.99
7-in-1 Media Reader for ExpressCard® Slot
(SKU 33407) – Conveniently transfer
pictures and music between your notebook and media devices while on
the go! Just plug in your memory card then drag and drop your files.
With the 7-in-1 ExpressCard® Media Reader,
you won’t hassle with USB cords and wait on
slow downloads again. It fits neatly into your ExpressCard®
notebook slot so it’s ready to use in the
office or on the road. SRP $39.99
Control it
Allowing consumers to get the most out of their computing experiences,
Kensington also offers four new products to the Control it line,
including a Bluetooth®-enabled mouse and USB
enabled notebook keypads, for ultimate productivity.
Notebook Keypad/Calculator with USB Hub (SKU 72274) –
Offering the fastest, most convenient way to enter numeric data. This
is one smart device - a calculator, full 19-key pad and USB hub, all
in one. Enter numbers even faster with this keypad that doubles as a
stand-alone calculator. Convenient mode switch lets you quickly make
and enter calculations then whiz through 10-key data entry. Plus, the
keypad contains 2 USB ports for your other accessories. No software
needed, just plug it in to use. SRP $29.99
Wireless Notebook Keypad/Calculator and Mouse Set (SKU 72273) –
A faster, more convenient way to enter numbers while traveling. This
set includes an ergonomic keypad that doubles as a stand-alone
calculator and an optical mouse. Handy mode switch lets you quickly
make and enter calculations then whiz through 10-key data entry. Just
one receiver connects both mouse and keypad. Ideal for mobile
professionals that work on financial applications and spreadsheets.
SRP $59.99
Si670m Bluetooth® Wireless Notebook Mouse
(SKU 72271) – Instant connection with no
receiver! Designed for people who want the best out of their computing
experience, this wireless mouse connects to your Bluetooth-enabled
notebook, without a receiver. That means no wires, no receivers, and
no clutter. Work quickly and accurately on almost any surface thanks
to the 1000 dpi performance optical sensor and 4-way tilt scroll.
Plus, the ergonomic design helps you work comfortably all day long.
SRP $49.99
Si750m LE Wireless Notebook Laser Mouse (SKU 72272) –
Designed for women, Kensington’s new Si750m
LE Wireless Notebook Laser Mouse offers a unique combination of
technology and style. With a comfortable sculpted design fitting
comfortably in a woman’s hand, laser
precision and wireless convenience, it provides the ultimate in
mobility and precision on the road. This limited edition mouse comes
in an attractive titanium and pink color. SRP $49.99
With the launch of this product, Kensington is proud to announce its
support to the American Heart Association’s
Go Red For Women™ movement to help fight
heart disease, the # 1 killer of American women. To show its full
support to the movement, Kensington is donating $125,000 to the American
Heart Association to help raise funds and awareness so women can lead
longer, heart-healthy lives.
“Heart disease touches all our lives. It
affects the women we know, the women we love,”
said Dumery. “Kensington is proud to support
the American Heart Association’s Go Red For
Women movement. By helping to raise funds and awareness, we can make a
difference in women’s lives.”
Go Red For Women is the America Heart Association’s
national call to increase awareness of heart disease and to inspire
women to take charge of their heart health.
When you think mobile computing accessories, think Kensington. We put
innovation, creativity and reliability into every product we make, from
mobile power to notebook security to iPod®
accessories. Wherever technology takes you, go with Kensington
solutions, a worldwide leader in mobile computing.
Kensington Computer Products Group, headquartered in Redwood Shores,
California, is the technology division of ACCO Brands (NYSE: ABD), a
world leader in branded office products, with annual revenues of nearly
$2 billion and products marketed in more than 100 countries across the
globe. For more information visit the Kensington Web site at
kensington.com or call toll-free 1-800-235-6708.
Kensington is a registered trademark of ACCO Brands.
