Phones Deliver Superior Sound Quality and More Expandability Options in Stunning Slim Designs

8 January 2007

Las Vegas – Leading cordless phone manufacturer VTech Communications, Inc. (a wholly-owned subsidiary of VTech Holdings Ltd. SEHK: 303; London SE: VTH; ADR: VTKHY), today unveiled its 2007 product line-up, featuring dramatically updated cordless phone designs in its sleek and slim Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications (DECT) 6.0 systems. Also rounding out the product catalog are new expandable 5.8 GHz phones that offer greater flexibility to make and receive calls from anywhere in the home.

“With the innovative design of our new DECT 6.0 line-up, VTech is the first to bring a fresh approach to the cordless phone market with a new thin form factor,” said Matt Ramage, vice president of product management, VTech Communications, Inc. “The DECT phones, along with
our other new offerings, deliver superior sound and security quality, while offering a wealth of features consumers have come to expect in cordless phone systems.”

DECT 6.0 Phones: Superior Style, Sound & Security

As a leading manufacturer of European cordless phones featuring DECT technology, VTech has leveraged its expertise to develop a stunning DECT 6.0 line-up for North American consumers. Sporting a beautifully thin, compact handset, the rz6031 DECT 6.0 system with caller ID will be the first cordless phone to incorporate the slim form factor currently seen in other electronics, such as portable music players, flat screen TVs and mobile phones. The rz6031 features a vibrant blue backlit keypad and LCD screen for easy viewing and a handset speakerphone for
hands-free conversations.

DECT, which operates on the 1.9 GHz frequency, enhances call clarity and security, and enables users to talk anywhere in the home or office without wireless network interference. Because the frequency is not used by other wireless technologies, DECT technology easily integrates into homes using Internet and Wi-Fi services. VTech’s DECT offerings will be available in an array of affordable configurations, including a bundled two-handset rz6042 system with digital answering device and caller ID.

New 5.8 GHz Offerings: Competitively Priced Performance

VTech’s 5.8 GHz models offer expanded features sets and a wider selection of bundles for 2007. The affordable and cool V MixTM gz5838, designed for the individual who wants to make a statement, offers interchangeable handset and base plates, and 33 different polyphonic musical ring tones.

In addition, VTech’s new expandable phone systems come with multiple handsets that require only a single phone jack, enabling users to place and receive calls from virtually any room in the home. The four-handset i6787 phone system with digital answering device offers an extra large
handset LCD display and blue backlit keypad. The base station’s unique 45-degree angle is also designed to offer ideal viewing. The competitively-priced i5878 phone system comes with three handsets and offers convenient features such as dual caller ID/call waiting, a 20-name and number phonebook and any-key answering.

A Cordless Phone to Fit Every Lifestyle

VTech's innovative product line will be on display at the 2007 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, January 8 – 11, 2007 in the Florentine Ballroom at Caesars Palace Hotel and Casino. The new VTech line-up, including the information-enabled ip8300 infoPhone and wf6972 Wi-Fi phone, unveiled in December 2006, can be purchased at major retail outlets and online at
www.vtechphones.com in Spring 2007.

DECT 6.0 (1.9 GHz) Product Offerings

Model	Key Features	Price
rz6031	DECT 6.0 Digital technology for superior sound quality,security and range Caller ID/call waiting—stores 50 calls Handset speakerphone Backlit message counter Blue backlit keypad Large blue backlit LCD display WiFi friendly—won’t interfere with wireless networks Handset volume control Headset compatible (2.5 mm)	US$49.95
rz6032	This phone offers all the features of the rz6031, plus: Digital answering system Remote message retrieval 5 minutes of recording time	US$59.95
rz6042	This phone offers all the features of the rz6031, plus: Two handset system—includes 2 handsets and requires only one phone jack Digital answering system Remote message retrieval 15 minutes of recording time	US$89.95

5.8 GHz Digital New Product Offerings

Model	Key Features	Price
i5878	Digital answering system Caller ID/call waiting—stores 45 calls 20-name and number phonebook directory Three handset system—includes 3 handsets and requires only one phone jack 9-number speed dial Any-key answer Remote message retrieval 15 minutes of recording time Backlit message counter Backlit keypad Large lighted display Handset volume control WiFi friendly—won’t interfere with wireless networks Comfortable handset size Headset compatible (2.5 mm)	US$69.95
i6787	Digital answering system Caller ID/call waiting—stores 50 calls Dual-handset system—includes four handsets and requires only one phone jack 50-name and number phonebook directory 5.8 GHz Digital Spread Spectrum technology Extra large handset LCD 45-degree base cradle angle for ideal viewing Intercom between handsets Transfer calls between handsets Conference an outside call between handsets Remote message retrieval 15 minutes of recording time Blue backlit keypad	US$69.95

5.8 GHz Analog New Product Offerings

Model	Key Features	Price
V Mix™ gz5838	Caller ID/call waiting—stores 45 calls Polyphonic musical ring tones Changeable handset and base plates 5.8 GHz technology 20-name and number phonebook directory 9-number speed dial Voicemail waiting indicator Any-key answer Backlit keypad Large lighted display WiFi friendly—won’t interfere with wireless networks Headset compatible (2.5 mm)	US$29.95

About VTech
VTech is one of the world’s largest suppliers of corded and cordless telephones and a leading supplier of electronic learning products. It also provides highly sought-after contract manufacturing services. Founded in 1976, the Group’s mission is to be the most cost-effective designer and manufacturer of innovative, high-quality consumer electronics products and to distribute them to markets worldwide in the most efficient manner.

For further information on VTech and its array of products, please visit www.vtechphones.com.