CipherLab Mobile Computers Achieve Star Micronics Certification with Point Of Service Printers.

Available Through BlueStar, This Joint Solution Automates On-The-Go Data Capture and Printing for Increased Efficiency in Public Safety, Healthcare, Retail, and Industrial Settings

PLANO, Texas -- CipherLab (www.cipherlab.com), a leading innovator in Automatic Identification and Data Capture (AIDC) for the retail, warehouse and distribution markets, today announced that Star Micronics America, Inc. has certified CipherLab's 9471 handheld mobile computer as compatible with its four-inch TSP800 Point of Service (POS) printer. Certification from the second largest POS printer manufacturer worldwide means that workers in industries such as public safety, healthcare, retail, and logistics can mobilize and automate receipt printing using a CipherLab handheld. This dual mobile printing solution, now available through BlueStar, results in increased efficiencies.

"By wirelessly pairing a CipherLab mobile computer with our Point of Service printers, workers can enter data immediately and print information while on the go without the need to haul large devices. This means they can take work with them wherever and whenever - saving time and ultimately money," said Christophe Naasz, Director of Business Development at Star Micronics America. "Working with the CipherLab product was a pleasure. Its Windows[R] CE operating system allowed us to connect within minutes. The CipherLab 9471's rugged form-factor matched with the TSP800's high-speed and ease of use provided a perfect mobile solution."

"This Star Micronics-CipherLab joint offering gives workers greater mobility than a laptop," said Al Crawford, Vice President of Technology at CipherLab. "Because the CipherLab 9471 can collect data by scanning or data entry, it can eliminate handwritten notes, thereby, decreasing transcription mistakes. For example, a police officer can issue a citation on the spot, saving them a back-and-forth trip to their patrol car. And when the officer returns to their vehicle, a paper citation will already be printed and ready to go."

Crawford added, "Another time-saving aspect of this joint solution is the signature capture feature on our CipherLab handheld. This feature allows for instantaneous printing on Star Micronics devices. This is particularly useful for sensitive transactions such as medical prescriptions."

Both CipherLab and BlueStar, a Star Micronics distributor, see this certification as a time and money-saver for resellers. "The fact that we offer a pre-tested, turn-key, integrated mobile computer and printer solution reduces the time and resources end-users need to choose the right products for their business while helping resellers add to their bottom line," said Rob Dorsey, Vice President of U.S. sales at Blue Star.

About the CipherLab 9400 Series

The CipherLab 9400 Series handheld mobile computers support Microsoft Windows CE 5.0, is compliant with all popular wireless communications platforms and is designed to simplify tasks with industry-leading features like multi-form data input (touch screen or keyboard) and the ability to read and write RFID tags. It surpasses drop impact standards - important considerations for the more demanding conditions of the warehouse or field-use environments.

About CipherLab

CipherLab is a global leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of AIDC (Automatic Identification and Data Capture/Collection) products and systems. The company's award-winning mobile computers and scanners are integrated into the networks of some of the world's best known government and logistics, grocery, manufacturing, retail, distribution, agricultural and healthcare companies, helping them run more efficiently and effectively via "anywhere mobility," onsite and on the road. CipherLab Solutions Certified value-added resellers and integrators further extend the company's expertise, particularly within the small- to medium-size business market. Headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan with North American offices in Plano, TX and operations in EMEA, the Americas, Asia Pacific and China, CipherLab is publicly traded on the Taiwan stock exchange (TWO:6160). More can be found on the web at www.cipherlab.com.

About Star Micronics

Star Micronics America, Inc., is a subsidiary of Star Micronics Company Ltd., a world-leading producer of small printers, audio components, high-precision machine tools, and precision parts. Star Micronics Company Ltd., is ranked as one of the Top 50 "Most Stable" Japanese Companies on the Japanese Nikkei. For more information, visit www.starmicronics.com or call 800-782-7636 x107.

About BlueStar

BlueStar is a leading global solutions-based distributor of Point-of-Sale, bar coding, data collection, radio frequency identification (RFID), security, and wireless mobility products. BlueStar works exclusively with VAR partners, providing them with complete solutions at competitive prices. The company brings unequaled expertise to the market, offers award-winning technical support, and is an authorized service center for a growing number of manufacturers. For more information about BlueStar, please contact a BlueStar Account Executive or log on to www.bluestarinc.com.