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Press release edited by Applelinks senior editor Kirk Hiner

Griffin Technology today unveiled its PowerJolt Car Charger for iPhone, the company's first accessory for Apple's new revolutionary device. Recently updated specifically for iPhone, Griffin's PowerJolt has long been a best selling car charger solution for iPod.

"We applaud Apple for its continued innovation, from iMac to iPod, and now iPhone," said Paul Griffin, founder of Griffin Technology. "We expect this to be another market-changing moment, and we look forward to supporting Apple's vision with innovative accessories."

Plug PowerJolt into your vehicle's cigarette lighter or accessory power socket, and connect your iPhone to charge, even during use. PowerJolt's charge indicator glows green when it's powered up and ready to go, amber while it's charging, and green again when it's finished charging your battery.

PowerJolt sets itself apart from its imitators with features like built-in power management. The in-line 2 Amp automotive fuse ensures you need not be concerned about power surges affecting your iPhone. And should the fuse ever need replacing, it's easily obtained at any auto-parts or hardware store.

PowerJolt's usefulness is not limited to iPhone, it's also backwards compatible with iPod models that use the full-size Apple dock connector, and with first-generation iPod shuffle. The new PowerJolt ships with a high-quality detachable dock connector cable that can be used separately for charging and syncing to your computer; and with a separate USB mini-B cable that allows Griffin iTrip users to charge through iTrip's pass-through USB port.

PowerJolt is ready to use right out of the box, and comes with everything you need to travel and arrive with a fully-charged iPhone and iPod.

PowerJolt features and benefits:

• Works in car cigarette lighter or 12V accessory socket
• Charge indicator changes color to show charging status at a glance
• Comes with detachable dock connector cable that can be used separately
• Includes USB mini-B cable for charging while in use with Griffin iTrip or other devices
• Protects against power spikes with replaceable automotive 2 Amp fuse
• Can be used with other USB-chargeable devices

PowerJolt for iPhone, MSRP $19.99, is available at Apple and AT&T stores. For more information, please visit www.griffintechnology.com.

Compatibility:

• iPhone
• iPod nano (2nd generation)
• iPod with video (5th generation)
• iPod nano (1st generation)
• iPod shuffle (1st generation)
• iPod with color display
• iPod mini

PowerJolt also works with other USB-chargeable devices (please see your device's charging requirements for details).