The NimbleFrog© Leaps Forward at the 2004 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES)

No other PC2 and keyboard combined boasts such a small footprint, full functionality and ease of use with Communications and Computing Convergence as the NimbleFrog©

LAS VEGAS, NV (PRWEB) January 8, 2004--Providing another leap forward in compact usability, FrogPad Inc. of Houston, Texas and Nimble Microsystems, Inc. of Cambridge, Massachusetts, today unveil the strategic partnership of the Nimble V5 desk/tabletop PC2 and the ultra-compact one-handed FrogPadTM keyboard. Executives of both Companies stress that the bundling of these two products provides users with a unique total solution. Combining Nimble Microsystems patent-pending compact-size, fully-functional desk/tabletop PC2 called the Nimble V5 with FrogPads patented ultra-portable, single-handed keyboard called FrogPad, the NimbleFrog allows people to use a computer with the greatest of ease. This synergistic partnership allows both Nimble and FrogPad, Inc. to soar ahead of the competition.

FrogPads patented data entry technology, keyboard layout and algorithms are manufactured and distributed now by KaizenFrogPad and will be licensed to wireless service providers and manufacturers of SmartPhones, handheld PCs and other mobile computing devices. FrogPad is the new Global Standard for portable data entry. One option for licensees will be to utilize design by award winning firm IDEO or integrate the technology into unique packages for their platform.

Nimble V5 is a Personal Communicator and Computer (PC²). It is a first generation convergence communications device combining a fully-functional X86 based computer with enhanced audio features in an ultra-compact sleek wrapper just made to be shown off. About the size of a hardback book and consuming less than 15W of power, the Nimble V5 can run 24/7 in near silence, enabling users to enjoy true instant Internet communications in any room of the home or office. With speaker, microphone and echo-free technology all built-in, the Nimble V5 delivers high-quality, real-time communication anywhere in a small and stylish package without the need of extra equipment.

Linda Marroquin, President and CEO of FrogPad states: We have researched all possible and potential solutions for compact computing and the Nimble V5 provides voice and data. All fall short of the simple but elegant solution provided by the Nimble V5. According to Doug Benson, VP of Marketing for AppForge (www.appforge.com), We see thousands of users and many express a strong desire for a good ultra-portable keyboard. We believe that application developers and ergonomic experts will be especially enthused about the FrogPad keyboard."

Steve Lin, President of Nimble Microsystems, Inc. states: We created V5 to offer the world a much nicer solution than a traditional PC for both communication and computing, and see the FrogPad patented keyboard as a good fit in any application that requires mobility and ease of use." According to MSNBCs report," The Nimble V5 is many things: a personal computer, a standalone video conferencing device and an Internet sharing hub in an enclosure that fits in the palm of your hand (2 by 7.7 by 7.7 inches). The V5, which runs on Windows XP, allows you to share peripherals (mouse, keyboard, monitor and router with your existing PC. Theres even a nifty-sounding speaker on the front." (www.msnbc.com/news/928634.asp?0dm=C18NT/)

The NimbleFrog is currently available directly from Nimble and through reseller channels. Please visit www.nimblev5.com/buy/buy.htm for details. At CES, the NimbleFrog will be shown in the Microsoft Pavilion (Booth 8323 in the Central Hall).

About Nimble Microsystems

Nimble Microsystems, Inc. was founded by Dr. Jeng-Feng Lee and Lon-Phon (Steve) Lin in June 1999. The company focuses on both RISC and CISC based technology and delivers enabling technology for the Post-PC era.

In the Post-PC era, the quest for mobility, affordability and ease of use has driven computer and electronics to the verge of omnipresence. The increasing popularity and availability of broadband service has laid the groundwork for text, voice and video communications over Internet. The maturity of PC technology has enabled a shift in consumer demand from ever-increasing CPU power to overall quality of experience including such features as quiet operation, style and design, and the ability to be always on with extremely low power consumption. Nimble has developed its RISC and X86 technologies to address the market demand of mobile computing anywhere, anytime with portability, communication capability, energy efficiency and total quality of experience.

Headquartered in the Cambridge, Massachusetts, Nimble has branch offices in San Jose, California and Taipei, Taiwan. In addition to access to the ample engineering talent pool in Greater Boston, the San Jose office is located in the heart of Silicon Valley and is focused on marketing, business development, and product definition while the Taipei office leverages the superior production ability in the Pacific Rim.

About FrogPad

FrogPad, Inc. is a Houston-based company founded 1998. FrogPadTM is a private company delivering its products worldwide through partners. The FrogPadTM keyboard enables true mobile computing by eliminating the need to learn a new data entry language, cope with miniature keys and cramped QWERTY layouts, or struggle with two handed entry in a small or desk-less space. FrogPad® is the registered trademark of FrogPad, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Other company, product and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others.

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Contact:

Linda Marroquin

President and CEO

FrogPad, Inc.

713-960-9611

linda@frogpad.com

Contact:

Sean Patterson

Director of Marketing

Nimble Microsystems, Inc.

408-861-8008

spatterson@nimblemicro.com