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Press release edited by Applelinks senior editor Kirk Hiner

Kensington Computer Products Group, a worldwide leader in mobile computing and iPod accessories, has announced the latest addition to its award-winning line of FM transmitters. The new QuickSeek FM Transmitter finds the clearest FM station for transmitting iPod tunes through a radio within seconds, improving transmission quality and convenience. This way, iPod users can enjoy their music, with crisp, clear sound, while eliminating the time-consuming tuning often needed to play an iPod through an FM radio.

In the past, consumers who owned an FM transmitter would have to toggle through each FM station in order to locate a station to transmit their songs with sufficient clarity. "This required a lot of time and effort, especially if the quality of the selected station changed in the middle of a commute," explained Kevin Ngo, Global Product Manager for Kensington. "With QuickSeek technology, Kensington has taken the headaches away by automatically finding the clearest FM station with the touch of a button."

Key Features of the QuickSeek FM Transmitter for iPod:

• QuickSeek technology finds the clearest station in seconds with the touch of a button
• ClearFM(TM) technology 1 delivers superior sound
• FM transmitter plays tunes from your iPod through any FM radio, not just in your car
• Charges your iPod while it plays through your car stereo
• Detachable car charger also recharges USB powered devices, such as mobile or smartphones, PDA's and more
• Three station pre-sets for instant tuning
• Detachable spacer offers customized fit with iPod models in a protective case
• Compatible with iPod models with a dock connector 2

"Though the primary use of an FM transmitter is for the car, the QuickSeek FM transmitter offers flexibility to iPod users who are looking for a portable solution. With its detachable cable, it can conveniently be used in any car, in a hotel room, and with your home stereo. You don't even need to remove the iPod from its protective case, a big plus." said Ngo. "Finally, the detachable car charger can even recharge USB powered devices such as mobile or smartphones and PDAs for more versatility. It illustrates that Kensington really understands the consumer's 'front-seat environment' and everything the consumer wants to use there."

This portable, versatile iPod accessory will be available in May for a suggested retail price of $89.99 at all Apple store locations and on the Kensington website , just in time for the traditional "Dads and Grads" selling season.