SPECK KICKS-OFF 2009 WITH EXPANDED CASE OFFERINGS AND MORE OPTIONS FOR APPLE ENTHUSIASTS

SAN FRANCISCO, CA — MACWORLD EXPO – January 6, 2009 &ndash Apple fans rejoice. Speck has hit the New Year running with more choices for more devices than ever before. From the Fitted, which makes it debut for the new iPod nano and iPod touch, to new colors for the popular SeeThru and SeeThru Satin for MacBooks, to a new line of notebook sleeves, bags and backpacks, no matter what Apple device you own, Speck has you covered. All the new offerings are on display at Speck’s MacWorld Booth, South Hall #1838 and at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) South Hall, Booth #21913.

“We are very proud of our support for the rapidly expanding Apple community,” said Irene Baran, CEO of Speck. “We are now offering our widest selection of styles, materials and color choices in the company’s history and we’re very excited about the positive and enthusiastic responses we’ve received to our latest introductions.”

Fitted Fabric-Wrapped Hard Shell Cases for iPod nano 4G and iPod touch 2G

Available today in a stylish assortment of original fabrics, patterns and colors, the Fitted case series brings an authentic, custom apparel look to the latest generation of iPod. The case’s form-fitting, two-piece snap together design creates a personalized and tailored appearance that, combined with its interior soft-touch polycarbonate hard-shell lining, offers real protection from the bumps and scrapes of everyday activities. The Fitted feels soft to the touch, while also offering custom-fit contours and openings that allow complete access to all controls and ports. Fitted is the perfect way to showcase individual style and will initially be released in black herringbone with pinstripes at $29.95 MSRP. Additional styles and patterns will be announced seasonally. For more information and images, please visit http://www.speckproducts.com/content/fitted-for-ipod-nano and http://www.speckproducts.com/content/fitted-for-ipod-touch

ToughSkin Ultra-Rugged Rubberized Cases for iPod nano 4G and iPod touch 2G

Long the gold standard for protection, the ToughSkin now sports an all-new treaded texture for extra grip and comfort and features a tough, rubberized skin with slightly thicker corners for added protection from accidental bumps. The innovative hinged bottom can be pulled back for docking while in the case. The iPod nano edition ToughSkin sports a new clear hard shell front for extra-durable screen protection, plus a detachable swivel belt-clip for added convenience. ToughSkin for iPod touch includes a detachable combination holster and rotating belt-clip that has also been refreshed to offer an extra-secure, positive-lock on the case. Openings in the cases provide generous access to all controls and ports. ToughSkin for iPod nano 4G and iPod touch 2G is available for $29.95 and $34.95 MSRP respectively. For more information and images, please visit http://www.speckproducts.com/content/toughskin-for-ipod-nano and http://www.speckproducts.com/content/toughskin-for-ipod-touch.

New Exclusive and Limited Edition Colors for 2009…
SeeThru Hard Shells and SeeThru Satin Soft-Touch Hard Shells
For new Aluminum Unibody 13-inch MacBook and 15-inch MacBook Pro notebooks

Rounding out Speck’s newest offerings is an expansion of SeeThru and SeeThru Satin color options available.

For the soft-to-the-touch SeeThru Satin hard shell cases, color choices grow from black, cranberry and purple to now include the ever-popular pink along with a new limited edition “High Noon Yellow.” Launched last year, the SeeThru Satin is designed exclusively for the recently announced new 13” MacBook and 15” MacBook Pro. The case snugly protects your MacBook like a perfectly-sized, custom-fit glove. The soft and smooth-to-the-touch rubberized SeeThru Satin exterior coating gives the MacBook a feeling of comfort and extra grip in your hands. With the durable, ultra-thin profile and easy-on/off two-piece hard shell design, users can shield their notebook from scratches and bumps while still enjoying access to all key features and functions including side battery indicator button, trackpad, keyboard and all connection ports, without the need to remove the case. The new SeeThru Satin hard shell cases are available now for $49.95 MSRP. For more information and images, please visit http://www.speckproducts.com/content/seethru-satin-for-macbook

For the extremely popular, translucent hard shell SeeThru, Speck today introduced “Hazard Orange,” a never before seen color for the MacBook and MacBook Pro. This vibrant new option is available for a limited time exclusively at www.speckproducts and www.apple.com. In addition to hazard orange, and the already available pink, red, and clear, the company also expanded the rainbow of translucent hard shells to include purple, aqua and green for even more ways to personalize and protect MacBook and MacBook Pro notebooks. All SeeThru colors are available today for $49.95 MSRP. For more information and images, please visit http://www.speckproducts.com/content/seethru-for-macbook

Speck also announced today a new line of innovative bags, backpacks and sleeves for notebooks as well as the sweet “CandyShell” case for iPhone 3G. For more information about Speck’s entire line of new products for 2009, please visit http://www.speckproducts.com

About Speck

Founded in 2001, Palo Alto-based Speck is a leading designer and maker of original, high quality cases, bags and packs for the latest popular portable electronic devices. The company is best-known for its focus on creating refreshing designs that offer quality, thoughtful features, and distinctive style. For more information, visit http://www.speckproducts.com

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