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Press Release HHR launches virtual keyboard in UK (Hong Kong, 17 June,2004)


Hutchison Harbour Ring Limited ("HHR"), a subsidiary of Hutchison
Whampoa Limited, is set to revolutionise computer technology by
launching the first virtual keyboard ("VKB") in the United Kingdom
today.

Manufactured by HHR's technology division, i.Tech Dynamic Limited,
VKB is a smart, pocket-size device that projects a full-size keyboard
onto a flat surface and connects to a variety of personal digital
assistants ("PDAs"), mobile phones, lap-top computers as well as
personal computers. With a dimension of 90 millimetres in length, 34
millimetres in width and 24 millimetres in depth, VKB can be slipped
into a pocket or handbag without being noticed.

It enables users to type email or long text as easily as with a
conventional keyboard wherever they are. i.Tech's VKB distributor in
the UK, Avenir Telecom UK Limited, said VKB would revolutionise the
way that PDAs and Smartphones are used, exploiting much of the unused
computing power of such mobile devices, thus helping users to work
more effectively on the move. The initial product, available from
this month, is compatible with the Palm 505.

Next month will see the launch of the second version, which will be
compatible with SPV E200, Xda II, Tungsten T3 and iPAQ h5550. As
compatibility with other devices continues to be developed,
additional models will be introduced to the market.

VKB works by using both infrared technology to produce an invisible
circuit and laser technology to project a full-size keyboard on to
any flat surface. It performs exactly like a real one. Its direction
technology, based on optical recognition, enables users to tap the
images of the keys, complemented with the realistic tapping sound,
and then feed the commands into the compatible PDAs, Smartphones, lap-
top or personal computers.

i.Tech Dynamic General Manager Patrick Tsang said applications of VKB
are limitless. "It could, for example, revolutionise sterile and
medical environments as well as other multi-media and industrial
applications," he said, "We have not come across anything comparable
in the world. For the mobile communications and consumer electronics
industries, it represents a major breakthrough."

Avenir Sales and Marketing Director Tanny Price said VKB has
significant sales prospects both in the UK and overseas. "We have
been highly impressed with sales inquiries from markets worldwide.
Indeed, our initial shipment was in strong demand within days of its
arrival."

Initially, sales of VKB to consumers will be through a website
especially created by Avenir. Distribution will be rolled out into
retail channels as production increases and new versions come on
stream. About Hutchison Harbour Ring Limited Hutchison Harbour Ring
Limited ("HHR") is a subsidiary of Hutchison Whampoa Limited ("HWL")
(Stock code: 013), one of the largest companies listed on the main
board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.

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