New AIRcables Replace Computer Cabling for Instant Wireless Connections to PDAs, Cell Phones and Peripherals

Unique Bluetooth-enabled Wireless Cables Provide Plug-and-Play Alternative to Cumbersome Cables and Complex Wireless Networks

SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (September 16, 2003) - Wireless Cables, Inc. announced today its new line of AIRcable(TM) wireless cables that "untangle your world" by eliminating the mess and inconvenience of connecting computer devices using conventional cables while providing an easy-to-use alternative to the complexity and configuration associated with wireless networks.

AIRcables are the only Bluetooth-enabled "wireless cables" that provide a plug-and-play solution for an instant, point-to-point wireless connection between computers and devices without installing or configuring connection software. An AIRcable connects a computer with an electronic device such as a PDA, cell phone, scanner or other peripheral. AIRcables are small paired devices that plug into a computer's USB or serial port and the connected device's serial or synch port and create a wireless connection between them. New AIRcable wireless cables include:

• AIRcable for Peripherals: Replaces serial and USB cables. Available in serial-to-serial, and serial-to-USB configurations
• AIRcable CellConnect: Equips a laptop computer or Sharp Zaurus to use a Bluetooth cell phone as a cellular modem without software configuration or cabling.
• AIRcable for PDAs: Provides a wireless way to replace the cradle for connecting and synchronizing a Sharp Zaurus, Palm Tungsten or Sony Clie PDA with a computer.

"Unlike other Bluetooth and 802.11 equipment, AIRcables make wireless technology as easy and simple to use as cables," said Dr. Juergen Kienhoefer, CEO of Wireless Cables, Inc. and the inventor of the AIRcable. "Using our patent-pending technology, AIRcables appear to the computer and connected systems as an already supported device. In most cases, AIRcables require no new drivers, configuration or interconnect administration software."

With AIRcables, wireless connectivity is as simple as plugging in a conventional cable and enables the user to do everything possible with cables, such as synchronizing and updating, transferring files and pictures, using email, printing and accessing the web, all at the speed of a high-bandwidth network connection. AIRcables support operating systems including Microsoft Windows, Linux, Mac and Unix. All AIRcable wireless cables enable a 30-foot roaming distance and support data transfers at up to 1 Mbps, consume very small amounts of power, require no base station and maintain connections through walls and other obstacles. AIRcables eliminate the unnecessary and growing tangle of cables in the home or office, while providing the freedom and flexibility to roam without being tethered to a computer or connected to a wireless network.

"The AIRcable is great because it provides wireless connectivity for my Sharp Zaurus PDA using the synch port so I can use the Compact Flash port for devices such as bar code scanners, digital cameras and storage," said Doug LaRue, an early AIRcable user. "Out of the box, the AIRcable connects to my mobile phone without loading software or reconfiguring anything for mobile Internet and email connectivity. When connected to my PC for LAN connectivity, I get more than twice the battery life of my Wi-Fi setup."

AIRcables offer a unique new way to use Bluetooth wireless technology to connect computer devices. AIRcables are:

• Simple: AIRcables do not require the user to know or learn anything new about networks or device configurations and connections. AIRcables eliminate wrestling with a tangle of cables, and in most cases do not require any setup, configuration or device drivers.
• Cost Effective: AIRcables do not require any additional hardware, software or networking equipment and eliminate the expense of costly re-wiring of the office or home.
• Secure: AIRcables ensure the secure delivery of private information over wireless connections without the possibility of interception, eavesdropping or hacking.
• Compatible: AIRcables use Bluetooth wireless communications technology to adapt existing computer equipment and devices for wireless communications.

Pricing and Availability:
AIRcables for peripherals, cell phones and PDAs are available now at www.AIRcable.net. Prices are:

• AIRcable for Peripherals: Serial-Serial or Serial-USB: $129
• AIRcable CellConnect: $59.00.
• AIRcable for Palm Tungsten or Sony Clie: $59.00

AIRcable wireless cables for parallel and USB printers, Ethernet bridges and other configurations are currently under development. Equipment manufacturers, value-added resellers and integrators should contact Wireless Cables for custom development and volume pricing.

About AIRcables

Wireless Cables Inc. provides AIRcable wireless cables for PDAs and laptops, serial, parallel and USB cable replacement and custom development. AIRcables enable anyone to use new Bluetooth wireless technology that is as easy to use as cables, with minimum new software and device intelligence needed. AIRcables solve real customer problems - the difficulties and inconveniences associated with connecting devices using cables or wireless networks. In addition, AIRcables eliminate the complexities of installing software and configuring devices in most configurations. Contact Wireless Cables, Inc. at www.AIRcable.net, or (408) 850-1884.

AIRcable and wireless cable are trademarks of Wireless Cables, Inc.