BLUETOOTH SIG QUALIFIES XTENDED SYSTEMS' KIT FOR WINDOWS.

Extended Systems (Nasdaq:XTND), a leading provider of mobile data management and wireless connectivity solutions, has announced that the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) has qualified Extended Systems' Bluetooth software development kit for Microsoft Windows CE, Pocket PC and Handheld PC operating systems.

Extended Systems has now pre-qualified its entire suite of software development kits in compliance with version 1.1 of the Bluetooth SIG specification.

"Microsoft's handheld operating systems provide an excellent platform for a growing number of mobile user applications in corporate and industrial environments," said Extended Systems Director of Marketing Don Baumgartner. "Developers need a way to bring Bluetooth technology to new and existing mobile devices. By using Extended Systems certified development kit, they can accomplish this task quickly and cost-effectively for a broad range of CE-based devices."

About XTNDConnect Blue SDK for Windows CE

XTNDConnect Blue SDK for Windows CE 1.1 has been designed to provide support for a full range of microprocessors and user interface environments, giving developers needed flexibility and control. Whether it's a Pocket PC, a thin client, an Internet tablet, an automotive or home electronics device, this software development kit provides developers with the tools they need to implement Bluetooth technology. The kit targets version 3.0 of the Windows CE, Pocket PC and Handheld PC operating systems. It is provided in source code and includes a standard UART serial driver, sample applications, and complete documentation.

Software Development Kits for Embedded and Windows Devices

Extended System's embedded protocol stack, XTNDAccess Blue SDK, is designed for use in embedded devices such as cellular phones, PDAs, digital cameras, portable office equipment, industrial automation products and more. The product has been qualified by the Bluetooth SIG for more user profiles than any other competing product on the market.

XTNDConnect Blue SDK for Windows, Extended Systems Bluetooth solution for Windows, is a complete suite of data management applications, a wireless toolkit, and core protocols designed to help Windows developers build innovative PC-based applications.

Extended Systems has had more than 100 Bluetooth design wins within 18 months of the release of its first software kit. Customers include 3Com and Xircom from the PC industry; Motorola and Mitsubishi (TRIUM, France) for telecommunications; Red-M, NEC and 3Com, among others, for networking; Hewlett-Packard and NEC for imaging; Palm for PDAs; and Visteon for automotive products.

About Extended Systems

Extended Systems is a global leader in providing mobile infrastructure software that extends enterprise applications to mobile and wireless environments. The company's products include data synchronization and management software, short-range wireless connectivity products (Bluetooth and IrDA-compliant), and client/server database management systems with remote access capabilities. Extended Systems' customers and key relationships include Palm, 3Com, IBM, Microsoft, Compaq, Motorola, Ericsson, Hewlett-Packard, Agilent, Sharp, NEC, and Toshiba.

Founded in 1984, Extended Systems has offices and subsidiaries in the United States and worldwide.

For more information, visit http://www.extendedsystems.com. or call 208/322-7575.