Singapore, 10 March 2008 – i-mate™ (London AIM: IMTE), the global specialist in Microsoft® devices and software applications, announced today their arrangement with StarHub to offer the new Ultimate 8502 to its customers. This marks StarHub as the first mobile operator in Singapore to offer the Ultimate 8502. The i-mate™ Ultimate 8502 will be available at all StarHub Shops and selected StarHub Exclusive Partners’ outlets over the coming weeks.

Powered by 3.5G (HSDPA & HSUPA) and Wi-Fi, the Ultimate 8502 offers unparalleled data speeds so customers can send and receive emails and information fast.

Speaking today about the partnership with StarHub, CEO and Founder of i-mate, Mr. Jim Morrison, said "i-mate products are well suited to mobile operators looking for an exceptional product that can showcase the true power and performance of their networks. The advanced feature set of the Ultimate 8502 combined with the power of the StarHub network means customers get the best of both worlds".

Texting and emailing is a breeze with the 2.6" QVGA touch screen and QWERTY keyboard. The Direct Video Out capability enables users to connect the Ultimate 8502 to a digital projector or TV. So now you can conduct a presentation without the need for a laptop, or conduct a big screen video call.

The built-in satellite GPS navigation function serves as a perfect travel-mate to users. The Ultimate 8502 can also be used as a handy modem for a laptop.

A range of additional functionality built by i-mate™ such as Custom i-Q so you can define your personal settings quickly and easily, and Secure i-Q to remotely lock and wipe the Ultimate device or set off an alarm if it’s ever lost or stolen, qualifies the i-mate™ Ultimate 8502 as one of Singapore’s most advanced mobile devices.

Commenting on the availability of i-mate™ to StarHub customers, Mr K C Lai, StarHub’s Senior Vice President of Consumer Sales, said "We are excited to launch i-mate Ultimate 8502, the first ever HSUPA phone in Singapore that supports up to 1.9 Mbps for uplink and up to 7.2 Mbps for downlink. It aligns with our strategy of delivering innovative products that can enhance our offering to customers. We believe that the compact yet advanced and high speed nature of the i-mate™ device will appeal to the PMEB group, who wants to stay on top of things whilst on the go."

The Ultimate 8502 comes with unprecedented 24x7 online support, and a 24 month global warranty as standard.

Abouti-mate™

i-mate™ (AIM: IMTE), founded in 2001, is one of the world’s leading experts in the design, development and customization of Microsoft® Windows Mobile® powered mobile devices.

The innovative designs and high end specifications, combined with value added solutions and world class support have helped i-mate™ secure market-leading positions in several territories, with product distribution across the Middle East, USA, Australasia, Africa and many parts of Europe.

With over 25 individual Windows Mobile® based global product launches to date, i-mate™ has grown rapidly to become a leader in mobile device innovation, crystallized by the development of their own exclusively designed product range set to redefine the Windows Mobile® category, the new i-mate™ Ultimate series.

As part of its integrated solutions support, i-mate™ develops in-house leading-edge software solutions for Microsoft Windows Mobile platforms: i-Q, a new range of services to enhance the i-mate™ user and management, security and customization experience.

Customized to local market and individual customer requirements, i-mate™’s solution set delivers a clear point of difference for mobile operator and channel partners, assisting them with the acquisition and retention of high value customers.

For further information, visit www.imate.com

About Starhub

StarHub is Singapore’s second largest info-communication company and the sole operator delivering a full range of information, communications and entertainment services over fixed, cable, mobile and Internet platforms. StarHub operates a 3G mobile network in addition to its GSM network and has launched i-mode mobile Internet services. StarHub also operates its own nation-wide HFC network that delivers multi-channel cable TV services (including Digital Cable and High Definition Television), voice and Internet access (including ultra-high residential broadband access of up to 100 Mbps) for both consumer and corporate markets. StarHub is listed on the SGX-ST.

For further information visit www.starhub.com

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