2004 International CES Provides Picture Perfect Venue for the Digital Imaging Industry.

Business Editors/High-Tech Writers

2004 International CES

ARLINGTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 20, 2003

Latest in Digital Cameras, Software and Imaging Technology Featured at World's Largest Annual Tradeshow for Consumer Technology

The latest in digital imaging products, software and accessories take center stage at the 2004 International CES, the world's largest annual tradeshow for consumer technology, January 8-11 in Las Vegas, Nev.

"Today, you can find a digital camera in nearly half of all households and they stand as the second most requested consumer electronics product for the upcoming holiday season," said Karen Chupka, vice president of events and conferences for the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA), the producer of CES. "The International CES continues its focus on this important industry sector by attracting leading digital imaging manufacturers, flooring a special exhibitor TechZone focusing on the digital imaging industry and holding various conference sessions focused on digital imaging trends and forecasts."

The new CES Flash Forward: Bringing Digital Imaging Into Focus TechZone showcases the latest digital imaging products and services. The area examines the process of capturing, editing, sharing, printing, storing and managing still and motion images. Product displays reveal the many innovative solutions available and demonstrates how various products converge with one another.

On Wednesday, January 7 at noon, CES is partnering with Infotrends to produce ImageScape 2004, a special press and analyst event previewing the latest digital imaging innovations to hit the market. In addition to getting a first-look at the new "Flash Forward" TechZone, CES media can network with retailers and manufacturers, catch up on the latest digital imaging research and forecast trends and interview digital imaging industry experts. The event takes place at the Flash Forward TechZone in South Hall 3-4. To RSVP, contact Ronda Kelly at [phone] x125 or e-mail: [e-mail].

The Digital Imaging SuperSession brings attendees up-to-speed on the latest hardware, including cameras, mobile phones and camcorders, driving the digital imaging market. With panelists from Adobe, Fuji Photo Film, H-P, Ofoto and Sprint PCS, the session also covers display editing, Bluetooth-enabled features and accessories in the digital photography industry.

A number of CES education sessions, including the Storage Visions partner program and a keynote by H-P's Carly Fiorina, focus on digital imaging technology and storage, including:

-- Next-Gen Entertainment

-- DRM Technology Innovation

-- Delivering Mobile Entertainment

-- Digital to Go

-- Digital Media Consumers

Major digital imaging manufacturers on the show floor include Canon, Casio, Eastman Kodak, Epson, Fuji Photo Film, H-P, JASC Software, Konica Minolta, Microsoft, Olympus, Panasonic, Samsung and Sony.

CES also plays host to a special digital imaging exhibit in the Experience CEA: One Digital World area of the LVCC Grand Lobby. Attendees can experience first-hand, the latest in digital imaging products and technology.

For more news on CES before, during and after the show, visit www.CESweb.org, the interactive source for CES information.

About CEA:

The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) is the preeminent trade association promoting growth in the consumer technology industry through technology policy, events, research, promotion and the fostering of business and strategic relationships. CEA represents more than 1,200 corporate members involved in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and integration of audio, video, mobile electronics, wireless and landline communications, information technology, home networking, multimedia and accessory products, as well as related services that are sold through consumer channels. Combined, CEA's members account for more than $85 billion in annual sales. CEA's resources are available online at www.CE.org, the definitive source for information about the consumer electronics industry.

UPCOMING EVENTS

2004 International CES - Defining Tomorrow's Technology
January 8-11, 2004, Las Vegas, NV

CEA Winter Technology & Standards Forum
February 26 - 29, 2004, Aspen, CO

Electronic House Expo - Spring
March 11 - 13, 2004, Orlando, FL

CEA Winter Summit
February 22 - 27, 2004, Fort Lauderdale, FL

CONNECTIONS(TM) 2004
May 5 - 7, 2004, Dallas, TX

Consumer Electronics CEO Summit
June 23 - 26, 2004, Huntington Beach, CA

2004 CEA Industry Forum
October 18-20, 2004, San Francisco, CA

2004 Electronic House Expo - Fall
November 11-13, 2004, Long Beach, Calif.