Concept Kitchen To Unveil New Handheld Stylus Alternative At COMDEX --Unique Accessory Will Make Standard Pen And Computing Stylus Interchangeable--.

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 11, 1998--Concept Kitchen, the leading creators of innovative accessories, software and information services for handheld computing, announced today that it will be showing, for the first time, the new and innovative PenCap Stylus at COMDEX in Las Vegas (November 16-20). With the PenCap Stylus, handheld computer users will be able to easily switch back and forth between writing on paper and writing on their PDA screens without fumbling for a different writing implement for each task. Packaged in units of six the PenCap Stylus is scheduled to be available in the retail channel and via the Web by Q1 1999.

Expanding on its strong industrial design and innovative concepts from its unique line of handheld computing accessories, such as the popular FingerTip Stylus, Concept Kitchen has created a tool that lets PDA users convert any ordinary pen into a stylus and back into a pen again with a brilliantly designed appendage that fits directly onto the tip or back end of almost any pen. The PenCap Stylus will make the often awkward and easily lost stylus a thing of the past by conveniently replacing almost any pen cap. Since it comes in an economical six pack, the PenCap Stylus is an easily replaceable commodity.

"Now you don't have to break the flow of ideas and go searching for a stylus when you want to switch from writing on paper to jotting down an appointment or looking up a phone number on your PDA screen," stated K. Dale McAdams, CEO of Concept Kitchen. "The PenCap Stylus is always available at the tip of your pen. It allows you to move freely between two mediums without even really thinking about it."

Designed to work with any type of handheld computer, the PenCap Stylus expands to accommodate most every pen size from thin to thick. Ergonomically designed for ultimate comfort, it features a smooth triangular grip and an off-center tip to alleviate cramping and to prevent hindrance of vision while writing.

Ideal as an OEM/bundling product for PDA manufacturers, the PenCap Stylus can be customized with a company color and logo for a fresh idea in corporate gifts.

Availability

The PenCap Stylus will ship as a six-pack and will be available in the first quarter of 1999. For more information, call Concept Kitchen at [phone], or visit Concept Kitchen's online commerce site at http://www.conceptkitchen.com.

COMDEX Preview Locations (November 16-20, 1998--Las Vegas, NV)

Concept Kitchen will unveil the PenCap Stylus to the press and public at the following show booths during COMDEX: 3Com Palm Computing Partner Pavilion--LVCC North Hall, L-6040 Everex Booth--LVCC, L-2076

Concept Kitchen's products are available throughout the world and are found in 2,000 outlets in the U.S. alone, including stores operated by major retail chains such as Fry's Electronics, Micro Center, Electronics Boutique, and Staples. The company has also established a strong on-line sales business through its Web-site at http://www.conceptkitchen.com.

Concept Kitchen, founded in 1994, is a recognized leader in the handheld/PDA industry, providing consumers, business users, VARs and OEMs with innovative software and accessories designed to enhance, simplify and improve the performance of mobile computing platforms.