New Portable, Wireless Instant Messaging Device for Teens and Tweens

November 2007 -- Finally, a gift that is as good to give as it is to receive. The Zipit Wireless Messenger 2 (Z2) is a sleek, portable, Wi-Fi instant messaging (IM) device that gives teens and tweens freedom to walk away from the computer and gives parents a low-cost handheld option for their kids with the ability to monitor and manage usage.

With more that half of the country's teens sending many of the billions of instant messages everyday, IMs have become the number one text-based communication choice for teens. The Z2, manufactured by Zipit Wireless, Inc., is the only device that offers wireless IM connectivity with no monthly or per message fees and supports all the major IM platforms AOL, Yahoo and MSN. The Z2 allows teens to have multiple, concurrent conversations with their friends on any home wireless network or any open or free wireless "hotspot " at no cost and includes a music player and photo viewer.

"While texting on cell phones has grown in popularity, it cannot take the place of the immersive, instantaneous and simultaneous IM social network of where 16 million teens in the United States regularly participate," said Frank Greer, chief executive officer and president, Zipit Wireless. "The Z2 is a huge step forward because it allows kids on-the move to IM away from the computer while letting parents keep a virtual eye on their kids' conversations."

The web-accessed parental portal (parents.zipitwireless.com) enables parents to manage the amount of time teens can use the Z2, as well as the specific times and days of the week that the Z2 can be used. This cutting-edge technology provides parents with an added layer of security and comfort that complements the safety features inherent to the Z2 design such as protecting users from well-known Internet hazards that include spam, viruses and access to inappropriate Web sites. To develop the parental portal, Zipit worked with parents and experts in the field of child safety and will continue to support parents' needs with future portal enhancements.

The Z2 includes a fully capable music player called MyTunez that provides instant access to music collections stored on an optional Mini-SD card or streamed from the Internet. Teens can also view photos and slideshows with the built-in MyPhotoz feature.

The Z2 was recognized for its uniqueness at the 2007 DigitalLife consumer electronics event in New York when it was selected as one of the show's most innovative products and named DigitalLife 2007 Best of Show for portable gear.

“The Z2 thrills kids who are looking for the hottest new technology tool, frees up the computer for the rest of the family and gives parents peace of mind regarding their childrens’ IM communications,” said Ralph Heredia, vice president, business development, ZipIt Wireless. “It gives parents the ability to ensure a happy holiday season and families a safe and fun New Year.”

The Zipit Wireless Messenger 2 can be ordered for $149.99 exclusively at www.zipitwireless.com.

SOURCE Zipit Wireless Inc.

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