In an effort to bring together handheld computing and innovative mobile phone technology in one multi-purpose, compact unit, Audiovox Communications Corporation (ACC), a majority owned subsidiary of Audiovox Corporation (Nasdaq: VOXX) announced today that it will launch the PPC 5050. The announcement was made at the 2004 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. 

In addition to being a pocket PC and dual band CDMA/PCS wireless phone, the PPC 5050 is equipped with Microsoft® Windows Mobile Phone Edition 2003, an Intel® 400MHz Processor, 64 MB Memory, and a built-in DS/MMC slot for extra memory. The PPC 5050 also has an integrated MP3 player.  This compact, multi-purpose handheld unit provides reliable wireless voice and data communications on the CDMA2000 1xEVDO and 1xRTT platforms, user-friendly handheld computing with pocket versions of Microsoft® Office Applications and the ability to record and play MP3 music files as well as short memos and conversations.

The PPC 5050 has a 3.5” 65K Color TFT Touch-Sensitive QVGA Screen, Infrared data interface (IrDA) and synchronizes easily with a PC using Microsoft® Active Sync.  The entire unit measures a trim 5.1” high X 2.9” wide X 0.7: thin.

“The PPC 5050 is really the ultimate wireless tool for business travelers since it will streamline the mobile devices needed to conduct business while on the road, “ said ACC Vice President, Daniel McGuire. “It is a portable computer, a wireless phone and a personal music device all in one compact unit. “

The PPC 5050 includes a lithium Ion 1500mAH battery, which can sustain up to five hours talk time or 200 hours standby time, AC adapter with plug and connector adapters, carrying case, stereo headset, stylus pen and USB cradle.  Additional accessories for the PPC 5050 include a thumb keypad and cigarette lighter charger, among other items.

For complete information, or to view a demonstration of the new ACC
PPC 5050, please stop by Audiovox’s CES 2004 booth, No. 20205, or visit the company’s Web site at www.audiovox.com.

About Audiovox Communications Corporation

Audiovox Communications Corp. (ACC), a subsidiary of Audiovox Corporation (NASDAQ: VOXX), is one of the leading suppliers of wireless products with more than 15 years of experience in the wireless industry.  ACC markets its products under the brand “Audiovox” or private labels for its customer base.  ACC has operations and sales offices in 10 countries and through its customer base, markets and distributes product in 42 countries on six continents.  For more information, visit www.audiovox.com.

Except for historical information contained herein, statements made in this release that would constitute forward-looking statements may involve certain risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements made in this release are based on currently available information and the company assumes no responsibility to update any such forward-looking statement. The following factors, among others, may cause actual results to differ materially from the results suggested in the forward-looking statements. The factors include, but are not limited to: risks that may result from our ability to keep pace with technological advances; significant competition in the wireless, mobile and consumer electronics businesses; quality and consumer acceptance of newly introduced products; our relationships with key suppliers and customers; market volatility; non-availability of product; excess inventory; price and product competition; new product introductions; the possibility that the review of our prior filings by the SEC may result in changes to our financial statements; and the possibility that stockholders or regulatory authorities may initiate proceedings against Audiovox and/or our officers and directors as a result of any restatements.  Risk factors associated with our business, including some of the factors set forth herein, are detailed in the Company's Form 10-K for the fiscal fourth quarter and year ended November 30, 2002 and its Form 10-Q for the three months ended August 31, 2003.

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