Kensington® Enters the Emerging Market of Internet Communications

Dial, Connect, and Control your Internet Calls Easily with Vo300

REDWOOD SHORES, Calif. (September 18, 2006)-- Kensington Computer Products Group, a worldwide leader in mobile computing accessories, today announced the first in a series of communication products that make Internet calls through your computer easier. TheVo300 USB Internet Speakerphone simplifies voice calls made over the Internet by delivering the push-button experience that consumers are used to.

New computer applications that allow people to make Internet calls are gaining traction over traditional phone systems. Kensington is addressing the emerging needs of the consumers who want to use their laptops/computers to access voice communications with ease. Over 113 million persons currently use Skype® to call business contacts, family and friends around the world. As a leader in mobile computing accessories, Kensington is at the forefront of Internet communications, creating products that make Internet calling easier and enhancing the consumer's experience.

"The motto for all of our products is 'Smart Made Simple'. We interpret cutting-edge technology and create products that are easy to use" said Eleanor Sales, Senior Regional Product Marketing Manager for Kensington. "Making calls over the Internet, rather than the phone line, has grown in popularity because of the enhanced versatility, affordability and functionality that Internet calling offers. Our new product takes advantage of Internet calling benefits, and brings it to consumers in a simple, familiar device."

Designed for Skype®, the Vo300 gives you independent control of all Skype® features without interrupting the work on your computer. The Vo300 provides all of the touch points of a typical phone: dial pad, built-in screen and premium speakerphone making it easy to dial, connect and control your internet-based calls. It also features echo-cancellation for crystal clear calls.

Vo300 USB Internet Speakerphone: Dial, connect, and control your Internet calls easily. Designed for Skype®, it's a high-quality speakerphone and a telephone dial pad making it the easiest way to make Internet calls through your computer. If you use Skype® at your desk or on the road, just connect it to your USB port and get the features you need at your fingertips. Access Voicemail, place call on hold, or mute requires only one-touch operation. A built-in high-quality speakerphone is ideal for hands-free conversations or conference calls. An echo-canceling microphone ensures clear voice quality and an integrated dial pad replaces your computer number pad for easier dialing. The built-in LCD screen coupled with Skype® function buttons let you scan contacts and view call history. Suggested retail price: $89.99

"The best products use new technology to improve people's lives," said Sales. "The user experience is at once elevated to a new standard and at the same time intuitive. You do not need to be tech savvy to use this product; you just dial a call like you are used to. The Internet enhances the telephone platform and the Vo300 takes full advantage of this new platform. What could be more natural than using a phone to make a call?"

The Vo300 Internet Speakerphone will be available on September 24, 2006 at various retailers including Best Buy. This product carries the Kensington 1-year limited warranty.

For additional information on the new line of Kensington Internet communication products, please visit kensington.com.

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When you think mobile computing accessories, think Kensington. We put innovation, creativity and reliability into every product we make, from mobile power to laptop security to iPod® accessories. Wherever technology takes you, go with Kensington solutions, a worldwide leader in mobile computing.

Kensington Computer Products Group, headquartered in Redwood Shores, California, is the technology division of ACCO Brands (NYSE: ABD), a world leader in branded office products, with annual revenues of nearly $2 billion and products marketed in more than 100 countries across the globe. For more information visit the Kensington Web site at kensington.com or call toll-free 1-800-235-6708.

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