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Salton Offers Connectivity And Entertainment In The Home (29/12/2004)

Salton, Inc., a leading domestic designer, marketer and distributor of a broad range of branded, innovative small appliances demonstrates with its Beyond(tm) Connected Home product line how the home can be connected to make life simpler, more convenient and fun. Visit the Beyond(tm) booth, #31837 (south hall), at the Consumer Electronics Show at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Jan. 6-9, 2004.

The Beyond(tm) product line, a series of network-able devices primarily focused in the kitchen, consists of the Beyond iCEBOX(tm), Microwave Oven, Bread Maker, Coffee Maker, and a series of Widescreen LCD TVs. These products enhance communication in the home. To offer connectivity to the Beyond(tm) appliances' using the iCEBOX(tm), a SANI(tm) (Salton Appliance Network Interface) Card is specifically designed for use with Beyond(tm) Connected Appliances.

The Beyond(tm) Microwave Oven, Bread Maker, and Coffee Maker are smart appliances that take the guess work out of cooking. The appliances include learned functions and scheduling features that allow for a more enjoyable and flexible cooking experience.

The Beyond(tm) LCD TVs were added to the Beyond(tm) Connected Home product line as an elegant addition to the connected home of the future. The LCD TVs are contemporary and versatile, their high resolution makes them ideal for displaying internet content and data so they can be used as a computer monitor in addition to displaying favorite television channels. LCD TVs are available in 17, 23, 26, and 32 inch models.

"These products are designed to help people deal with increasingly demanding schedules," said Bob Lamson, managing director of Beyond(tm). "The products keep up with the pace of life so families can enjoy the extra time they have."

The newest version of Beyond(tm) flagship kitchen entertainment centers, the iCEBOX(tm) Countertop, was launched in May of 2004. The iCEBOX(tm) Countertop was in pre-production last year at CES, but launch of the product was delayed to offer an appliance connectivity component. This updated version also comes equipped with a larger screen, sleeker design, and a new Microsoft CE.net based operating system.

The innovative iCEBOX(tm) is an elegant all-in-one entertainment center for the kitchen, featuring: Cable television, Internet access, a DVD/CD/MP3 player, FM Radio, Home Video Monitoring with an easy to use touch screen, and wireless, waterproof remote control and keyboard. The internet feature is powered by Microsoft's CE .NET platform and runs Internet Explorer 5.5.

www.beyondconnectedhome.com