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| SANTA CLARA,
Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 8, 2002--SONICblue(TM) Incorporated (Nasdaq:SBLU) announced
that it is the largest supplier of digital audio players in Japan according to BCN, a
leading Japanese market research firm. Tracking monthly sales of 575 Japanese computer and
electronic retail stores, BCN's research shows that SONICblue's Rio® family of flash and
CD-based digital audio players outsold competing products from Sony and all other
manufacturers in 2001. ``The basis for our success in Japan and elsewhere lies in our continued ability to bring innovative audio products to market,'' said David Huffman, vice president of audio product marketing, SONICblue. ``We offer an unmatched selection of flash, CD and hard drive-based players at a variety of price points, allowing consumers to find a Rio player that mirrors their individuality and budget.'' Following the release of its 2001 market data, BCN also bestowed its annual ``BCN Award'' on SONICblue for setting the sales pace in the Japanese digital audio player market. About SONICblue Incorporated (www.SONICblue.com) SONICblue is a leader in the converging Internet, digital media, entertainment and consumer electronics markets. Working with partners that include some of the biggest brands in consumer electronics, SONICblue creates and markets products that let consumers enjoy all the benefits of a digital home and connected lifestyle. SONICblue holds significant financial assets, global marketing capabilities and a focused technology portfolio that includes Rio® digital audio players; ReplayTV® personal television technology and software solutions; and Go-Video® integrated DVD+VCRs, Dual-Deck(TM) VCRs, and digital home theater systems. Except for the historical information contained herein, the matters set forth in this press release, including statements as to the Company's long-term leadership role in the digital audio and video markets, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the ``safe harbor'' provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are subject to risk and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially, including, but not limited to, the ability of the Company, its suppliers, retailers and distributors to meet scheduled product release dates, manufacturing difficulties, the impact of competitive products and pricing, alternative technological advances, future issued patents and patent challenges, the development of the digital entertainment market and other risks detailed from time to time in the SEC reports of SONICblue Incorporated, including its quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the period ended September 30, 2001. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof. SONICblue disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements. Note to Editors: SONICblue is a trademark of SONICblue Incorporated.
ReplayTV is a registered trademark of ReplayTV, Inc. Go-Video is a registered trademark of
Sensory Science Corp. Rio is a registered trademark of RioPort, Inc. and is used by
SONICblue under license from RioPort, Inc. All other products and brand names as they
appear in this release are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
holders.
Contact: SONICblue
Paul Crossley, 503/453-1473 (Press)
pcrossley@SONICblue.com
Tracy Perry, 408/588-8086 (Investors)
tperry@SONICblue.com
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