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mick

10/19/05 5:01 PM

#75326 RE: midastouch017 #75161

dubi got one for you too.


midastouch017

10/20/05 7:43 AM

#75433 RE: midastouch017 #75161

Re:Smart Cards,

Hypercom Rolls Out Optimum M2100 Wireless Payment Terminal in Global Markets
High-Speed, Portable POS Device Now Available in Europe, the Middle East and Africa
10/20/2005 7:01:09 AM


PHOENIX and WOKING, England, Oct 20, 2005 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Hypercom Corporation (HYC) announced today the immediate availability of its handheld, wireless Optimum(TM) M2100 card payment terminal for merchants and service providers in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). The compact, high-speed device offers fast, secure, mobile point-of-sale transaction functionality for restaurants, delivery services, car rental companies, sports stadiums, medical facilities, kiosks and other businesses that require non-stationary payment systems.



The M2100 is an always-on, battery-operated, easy-to-carry terminal that accepts both magnetic stripe and smart cards. It offers a full range of wireless connectivity options, EMV and Visa PED security certifications, long battery life, and the ability to withstand outdoor as well as indoor use.

Specific features include:

* GSM, GPRS and Bluetooth(R) communication options to deliver maximum
versatility in meeting the needs of a wide range of merchants.
* High-speed transactions, based on a 32-bit RISC processor with
12 megabytes of memory.
* High-contrast LED screen and large color-coded keypad with clear,
concise user prompts and simplified layout for fast data entry/key
strokes.
* Stringent security with EMV 4.0 Level 1 and Level 2 and Visa(R) PED
certifications, Triple DES encryption, and a durable and secure casing
that can be used both indoors and outdoors.
* Integrated printer with drop-in loading and speeds of 15 lines per
second (lps) including graphics, faster than the standard 12.5 lps
without graphics.
* Long-life NiHM rechargeable battery, supporting up to 100 transactions
per charge.
* Compliance with British Disability Discrimination Act.


"The Optimum M2100 is an important addition to the mobile POS space that combines the well-known reliability of Hypercom equipment with a broad feature set that meets the technology and functionality requirements of users in any retail environment needing wireless payment capabilities," said Emilian Elefteratos, Senior Vice President, International Sales, Hypercom Corporation. "It gives merchants and service providers a fast, flexible, secure and easy-to-use wireless point-of-interaction device with which to grow their business."

About Hypercom (www.hypercom.com)

Widely recognized as the global payment technology innovator, Hypercom delivers complete card payment terminal, network access device, server and transaction networking solutions that help merchants and financial institutions generate revenues and increase profits. Hypercom's card payment terminal, network and server solutions are leading the transformation of electronic payments in more than 100 countries. The company is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.

Hypercom is a registered trademark of Hypercom Corporation. Optimum and Design is a trademark of Hypercom Corporation. The Bluetooth word mark and logo are registered trademarks and are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. All other products or services mentioned in this document are trademarks, service marks, registered trademarks or registered service marks of their respective owners. This press release includes statements that may constitute forward- looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements regarding market acceptance of new products, product performance, product sales, revenues and profits. These forward-looking statements are based on management's current expectations and beliefs and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. In particular, factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in forward-looking statements include, industry, competitive and technological changes; the loss of, and failure to replace any significant customers; the composition, timing and size of orders from and shipments to major customers; inventory obsolescence; market acceptance of new products and services; the performance of suppliers and subcontractors; risks associated with international operations and foreign currency fluctuations; the state of the U.S. and global economies in general and other risks detailed in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the Company's most recent 10-K and subsequent 10-Qs. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date made and are not guarantees of future performance. We undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements. HYCP

Contacts:

Pete Schuddekopf Guy Boxall
Hypercom Corporation Hypercom EMEA
602.504.5383 +44.1483.718600
pschuddekopf@hypercom.com gboxall@hypercom.com


SOURCE Hypercom Corporation

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