SONICblue Introduces World's First DVD/VCR Combo That Allows Users to Control Live TV; New Go-Video DV6430 DVD/VCR Allows Users to Pause, Rewind and Instant Replay Live TV.

Business Editors/High-Tech Writers

2003 International CES

SANTA CLARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 9, 2003

SONICblue(TM) Incorporated (Nasdaq:SBLU), introduced the Go-Video(R) DV6430, the first product of its kind to incorporate live TV control with a DVD/VCR combo. The unit combines all the convenience of a DVD+VCR unit, with up to 10 minutes of Live TV control, giving users the ability to pause, rewind, instant replay, and slow-motion live television.

"At SONICblue our goal is to produce products that help consumers to easily enjoy their entertainment no matter what their environment," said Ed Brachocki, vice president of product marketing, audio and video products, SONICblue. "With the DV6430's Live TV Control functions, consumers can now pause live TV or do their own instant replay of the game, all at the touch of a button. There's no monthly service fee, and it all works with their existing television and TV service! Combining this live TV control with the DVD and VCR, the Go-Video DV6430 offers consumers a better viewing experience and a variety of ways to connect with their entertainment, in one easy-to-use device."

Utilizing the integrated Live TV Control card, with 128 MB of RAM and a MPEG2 encoder chip, the Go-Video DV6430 gives users 10 minutes of buffered digital video, which allows them to pause, rewind, instant replay and slow-motion live TV. These features, which were first introduced as part of SONICblue's ReplayTV feature set, are not available in any other DVD+VCR unit and are included with no additional service charge or monthly fee. In addition, the DV6430 incorporates Go-Video's watch and record feature allowing consumers to watch a DVD or play a music CD while recording a TV show on the VCR, and seamlessly switch from one to the other with no interruptions.

In addition to the Live TV Control features, the Go-Video DV6430 also offers all the functions of an advanced DVD+VCR player. The DV6430's DVD utilizes progressive scan to deliver sharp, crisp video on digital TV and incorporates Dolby Digital and DTS Digital outputs. The DV6430 plays DVDs, music CDs, CDDA, and MP3 CDs on CD-R and CD-RW discs. The DV6430 also includes an advanced Four-Head VCR, for superior slow motion and stop action. Plus, the DV6430 features One-Touch copy, allowing users to copy unprotected DVD content to a videocassette with the touch of a button. The DV6430 comes with a unified remote that operates both the DVD and the VCR.

SONICblue will be showcasing the Go-Video DV6430 at the International CES show in Las Vegas, January 9-12, 2003. Please contact a SONICblue representative to arrange a demonstration at the show.

The Go-Video DV6430 Pricing and Availability

The new Go-Video DV6430 ($399 est. MSRP) is expected to be available on SONICblue's eStore (www.sonicblue.com) and in retail outlets throughout North America in Spring 2003.

About SONICblue Incorporated

SONICblue is a leader in the converging Internet, digital media, entertainment and consumer electronics markets. Working with partners that include some of the biggest brands in consumer electronics, SONICblue creates and markets products that let consumers enjoy all the benefits of a digital home and connected lifestyle. SONICblue holds a focused technology portfolio that includes Rio(R) digital audio players; ReplayTV(R) personal television technology and software solutions; and Go-Video(R) Dual-Deck(TM) VCRs and integrated DVD+VCRs.

Except for the historical information contained herein, the matters set forth in this press release, including, but not limited to, the status of the GoVideo DV6430 as the world's first DVD/VCR combo that allows users to control live TV, the dates, pricing and locations that the GoVideo DV6430 will be available, the showcasing of the GoVideo DV6430 at the International CES show, and the features and functionality that will be included in the GoVideo DV6430 are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially, including, but not limited to, the impact of competitive products and pricing and of alternative technological advances, the release of new products from SONICblue's competitors, the ability of SONICblue and its suppliers and partners to meet scheduled delivery and release dates, product engineering and marketing decisions of SONICblue and others, decisions made by the International CES program organizers, and other risks detailed from time to time in the SEC reports of SONICblue Incorporated, including its annual report on Form 10-K for the period ended December 31, 2001 and its quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the period ended September 30, 2002. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof. SONICblue disclaims any obligation to update these forward-looking statements.

Note to Editors: GoVideo, Rio and ReplayTV are registered trademarks of SONICblue Incorporated. SONICblue and Dual-Deck are trademarks of SONICblue Incorporated.