H2O Audio Now Shipping World's First Patented Waterproof Case and Headset for Full-Size Apple iPod

H2O Audio Now Shipping World's First Patented Waterproof Case and Headset for Full-Size Apple iPod

H2O Audio(TM) SV-iP4G Provides Full-sized iPod(R) Owners With Secure Waterproof Protection That iPod Mini Watersport Enthusiasts are Already Raving About

SAN DIEGO, May 17 /PRNewswire/ -- H2O Audio, the leading provider of waterproof cases and headphones for mp3 players, announced today that it has begun shipping the world's first patented waterproof case and headsets for the new generation of full-sized Apple(R) iPod(R). The SV-iP4G is now available to consumers and distributors worldwide and will be a featured product of the new DR BOTT distribution package.

The SV-iP4G provides iPod users with an absolutely secure, waterproof and submersible audio system. The system enables sport enthusiasts to take music with them regardless of outside conditions and recreational environments. Surfers, wakeboarders, water skiers, and swimmers can strap on a convenient and secure armband or swim belt and take their iPod out for a day of music-accompanied activity.

"The introduction of our SV-iP4G line of accessories underscores our commitment to support the Apple iPod music player community," said Kristian Rauhala, president and CEO of H2O Audio. "It is now possible to have your full-size iPod in the water with 10,000 songs at your finger tips wherever your sports take you."

The SV-iP4G waterproof case provides a unique full-function dial and push button assembly design that gives users ready access to all of the iPod's proprietary Click Wheel command controls even when fully submerged in water. H2O Audio will be announcing the release of its SV-iP3G product, supporting touch wheel and button controlled iPods by early June 2005.

H2O Audio SV-iP4G Key Features:
* Completely secure waterproof housing for full-size Apple iPod
* Patented waterproof headset
* Patented waterproof click-wheel control
* Rigid body provides extreme impact protection
* Water, wind, dust and sand safe
* Compatible with standard headphones for land use
* Allows easy access to iPod command functions

Pricing and Availability

MSRP for the H2O Audio SV-iP4G housing and headphones is USD $149.95. H2O Audio will be introducing its SV-iP3G product for early generation iPods by early June 2005. The SV-iP4G accessories for Apple's iPod are available now at selected retailers including the DR BOTT distribution network as well as from the H2O Audio eStore. http://www.h2oaudio.com/

About H2O Audio

H2O Audio is the leading provider of waterproof cases, headsets, and accessories for Apple iPod and mp3 players, supporting use in water, snow and other extreme environments. H2O Audio provides patented waterproof headsets and housings, allowing consumers to significantly enhance their action sports experience. For more information about San Diego-based H2O Audio please visit http://www.h2oaudio.com/.

Contact:
Carl Pettersen Tom Harvey
H2O Audio theCommunications
(858) 623-0339 (530) 257-3533
cp@h2oaudio.comthecommunications@publicist.com

Source: H2O Audio

CONTACT: Tom Harvey of theCommunications, +1-530-257-3533,
thecommunications@publicist.com, for H2O Audio

Web site: http://www.h2oaudio.com/

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