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Synaptics Introduces Integrated Dual Pointing Module for Notebook Computers

LAS VEGAS, Nov 18, 2002 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ --

Synaptics(R) Incorporated (Nasdaq: SYNA), a leader in touch pads and other human interface solutions for mobile computing and communications devices, today announced the availability of an integrated dual pointing module -- combining both a TouchStyk and TouchPad into a single interface solution for notebook computers. This new integrated solution differs from traditional dual pointing devices in that it joins both pointing devices into a single module, creating a more cost effective and easier to integrate solution.

"By simplifying the design process for our OEM customers and making our solution more cost effective, we have made dual pointing a viable solution for OEMs to offer in their consumer notebooks," said Don Kirby, General Manager of the PC Group at Synaptics. "Our research has indicated that younger and first-time notebook users appreciate having the option to use two interface devices, and even prefer the unique orientation of the integrated dual pointing solution in the notebook."

The dual pointing system also allows OEMs who are looking to provide consumers with added value the ability to differentiate their consumer- oriented notebooks by offering an economical dual interface option.

"The adoption of dual pointing solutions for notebooks in the enterprise market over the past few years demonstrates the value of dual pointing solutions," says Alan Promisel, research analyst at IDC's Mobile Computing group. "Synaptics' new integrated solution makes it possible for OEMs to offer the same benefits to the consumer market -- a completely new alternative for consumer end users."

About Synaptics Incorporated

Synaptics develops advanced interface solutions for products as diverse as notebook and desktop computers, mobile computing and communications devices, automotive applications and security solutions. Synaptics products include: TouchPad(TM), the industry standard notebook pointing device; ClearPad(TM), a capacitive touch screen solution; TouchStyk(TM), a modular and capacitive pointing stick solution; Spiral(R), an inductive, proximity sensing pen input system; and QuickStroke(R), a proprietary Chinese handwriting recognition software. More information about Synaptics can be found on the World Wide Web at www.synaptics.com.

This press release contains "forward-looking" statements about Synaptics as that term is defined under the federal securities laws. Synaptics intends such forward-looking statements to be subject to the safe-harbor created by those laws. Such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, expectations of the market acceptability of the integrated dual pointing product. Synaptics cautions that these statements are qualified by important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those reflected by the forward-looking statements contained herein. Such factors include, but are not limited to: (a) market demand for the integrated dual pointing product (b) market demand for OEM products using Synaptics' integrated dual pointing solution, and (c) the failure of Synaptics' products and OEM products to deliver commercially acceptable performance, and (d) other risks as identified from time to time in Synaptics' SEC reports, including Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, Current Reports on Form 8-K, and Annual Reports on Form 10-K. All forward-looking statements are based on information available to Synaptics on the date hereof, and Synaptics assumes no obligation to update such statements.

NOTE: Synaptics, the Synaptics logo, cPad, TouchPad, TouchStyk, ClearPad, Spiral, and QuickStroke are trademarks or registered trademarks of Synaptics.

CONTACT: Amanda Mena of Synaptics Incorporated, +1-408-434-0110, ext. 178, or amena@synaptics.com; or Jennifer Ackman of Edelman, +1-650-429-2758, or jennifer.ackman@edelman.com, for Synaptics Incorporated. 

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SOURCE Synaptics Incorporated 

Amanda Mena of Synaptics Incorporated, +1-408-434-0110,
ext. 178, or amena@synaptics.com; or Jennifer Ackman of Edelman,
+1-650-429-2758, or jennifer.ackman@edelman.com, for Synaptics Incorporated

http://www.synaptics.com

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