Micro Linear Selected for Uniden 2006 Digital Cordless Telephones and Voice Over IP Cordless Phones
January 11 2006 - 4:01PM
PR Newswire (US)
SAN JOSE, Calif. and FORT WORTH, Texas, Jan. 11
/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Micro Linear Corporation (NASDAQ:MLIN), a
leading digital wireless transceiver supplier, announces that they
have been selected by Uniden America Corporation, a leading
manufacturer of wireless consumer electronic products, as the
exclusive supplier of 5.8GHz wireless transceivers for use in all
Uniden's 2006 model 5.8GHz digital expandable cordless phones,
including Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) products. As a leader
in the cordless and VoIP industries, Uniden recently introduced its
new line of products at the 2006 International Consumer Electronics
Show (CES), a complete family of products that address the needs of
the consumer. Uniden has selected Micro Linear's high data rate
ML5800 (1.536Mbps) transceiver IC, which utilizes Micro Linear's
advanced technology and cost optimized processes. Uniden's 5.8GHz
Digital Spread Spectrum (DSS) phones are designed to avoid
interference, which the companies have shown result in maximum
clarity and improved audio quality. "Uniden has been using Micro
Linear's transceivers for more than four years, so the decision
process for selecting Micro Linear as our vendor for our new 2006
line up was very straight forward. Micro Linear remains consistent
in exceeding our expectations in performance, delivery and price,"
said Rich Tosi, president of Uniden America Corp. "As the leading
manufacturer of cordless phones, Uniden understands what consumers
want from their home phone experience -- affordability, reliability
and functionality -- and we will again satisfy these needs with our
exciting new cordless line up for 2006. Tim Richardson, President
and Chief Executive Officer of Micro Linear comments, "Uniden has
been a close partner to Micro Linear throughout the cordless
phone's evolution from 900MHz, to 2.4GHz, and now to 5.8GHz. We
have always been impressed by Uniden's vision and execution on
their vision, which has placed Uniden in a leadership position. We
are happy that Uniden continues to recognize Micro Linear as a
leader in 5.8GHz RF transceiver technology and we will continue to
do all that is necessary to fulfill Uniden's needs both now and in
the future." Micro Linear's selection as Uniden's exclusive
supplier of 5.8 GHz wireless transceivers is subject to certain
price and delivery conditions. About Micro Linear: Micro Linear
Corporation is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in
wireless integrated circuit solutions, which enable a variety of
wireless products serving a global market. These transceivers can
be used in many streaming wireless applications such as cordless
phones, PHS handsets, wireless speakers and headphones, security
cameras, game controllers, cordless headsets and other personal
electronic appliances. Headquartered in San Jose, California, Micro
Linear's products are available through its authorized
representatives and distributors worldwide. For more information,
please visit http://www.microlinear.com/ About Uniden America
Corporation: Uniden America Corporation, the North American
subsidiary of Japan-based Uniden Corporation, manufactures and
markets wireless consumer electronic products including cordless
telephones, business telecommunications systems, networking and
data products, Bearcat(R) scanners, FRS/GMRS radios, marine radios
and other wireless personal communications products. Based in Fort
Worth, Texas, Uniden sells its products through dealers and
distributors throughout North, Central and South America. For more
information on Uniden's IP products, please contact Brett Morrison
at Micro Linear Safe Harbor Statement Except for the historical
information contained herein, the statements in this press release,
including, but not limited to, statements regarding the selection
of Micro Linear's transceivers for exclusive for use in all
Uniden's 2006 model 5.8GHz digital expandable cordless phones,
including Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) products, performance
and release dates for Uniden's VoIP products, the expected
benefits, costs and anticipated delivery of Micro Linear's
products, and the ability of Micro Linear to meet Uniden's price
and delivery requirements are forward-looking statements within the
meaning of the "safe harbor" provision of the Private Securities
Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In some cases, these forward-looking
statements may be identified by use of terms such as "we believe"
and similar expressions. These forward-looking statements are not
guarantees of future results and are subject to a number of risks
and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ
materially from those projected. Such risks and uncertainties
include, but are not limited to, the risks associated with the
level of product orders; the ability of customers to cancel, delay
or otherwise change orders without significant penalty; the
market's acceptance of Micro Linear's and Uniden's products; and
other factors that may cause Micro Linear's or Uniden's respective
business or operating results to fluctuate in the future.
Additional risks related to Micro Linear are detailed in its
filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including
Micro Linear's Annual Quarterly on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended
September 30, 2005. Statements included in this press release are
based on information known to Micro Linear and Uniden as of the
date of this release, and neither Micro Linear nor Uniden assume
any obligation to update information contained in this release.
Micro Linear's On-Line Press Kit is available at:
http://www.microlinear.com/prs/kit_UnidenVoIP_060110.asp
DATASOURCE: Micro Linear Corporation CONTACT: investors, Kellie
Nugent of Shelton Group Investor Relations, +1-972-239-5119, ext.
125, or , for Micro Linear; or Amanda Shannahan of Ogilvy Public
Relations Worldwide, +1-303-634-2680, or , for Uniden America
Corporation Web site: http://www.microlinear.com/
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