Motorola Unveils New Video Gaming Headset

May 2006 – Football video games just got closer to the field. Motorola, Inc. just unveiled the Motorola Gaming Headset X205. The Gaming Headset X205, which is based on the actual headset worn by NFL coaches, blends authentic design and advanced technology to deliver the maximum intensity of the football video gaming experience.

The Gaming Headset X205 lets gamers call the shots with a noise canceling microphone that supports clear voice recognition commands. With a premium full mono ear cup gamers can easily communicate with others in the room while staying fully engaged in the game. For gamers moving into overtime, the Motorola Gaming Headset X205 features ergonomic design for endless hours of superior comfort and inline mute and volume controls for seamless sound management.

“We are thrilled to step into the gaming space with this unique experience for football video game enthusiasts,” said Joe Hartsig, senior director, MobileME, Motorola, Inc. “Motorola headsets have been worn on the field by NFL coaches for years That’s why the Gaming Headset X205 is the perfect product to launch Motorola’s expanding video game portfolio.”

Marking the start of a new direction for Motorola, the Gaming Headset X205 is a first in an expanding portfolio for the video game space. It is compatible with both the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Sony Playstation 2 gaming models.

Motorola will be showcasing the new Motorola Gaming Headset X205 headset at demo kiosks in the Microsoft Xbox booth at the 2006 Electronic Entertainment Expo in Los Angeles.

Pricing and Availability

The Motorola Gaming Headset X205 is expected to be available in the first half of 2006. Specific details will be provided upon consumer availability. For more information about our company, our people and our innovations, please visit www.motorola.com.

SOURCE Motorola