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PalmGear Debuts StreamLync AutoInstall Utility, Simplifying Download/Install Process For Palm OS Software

URL(s): www.palmgear.com

Breakthrough FREE Application Available Exclusively on PalmGear.com

ARLINGTON, TX (February 18, 2003) PalmGear (www.palmgear.com), the world's largest and oldest Palm OS-based consumer marketspace, today announced the release of StreamLync, a breakthrough auto-install utility that will significantly facilitate the software download and install process for users of handhelds and smart phones running on the Palm OS platform. Offered as a public beta program beginning February 18, 2003, StreamLync is a FREE application available only from the PalmGear.com website.

StreamLync, a patent-pending application, eliminates a number of steps typically involved with Palm OS application download and installation, especially the use of common unzip and installation tools. The software is expected to quickly achieve a sizeable user base given its free availability on PalmGear.com, a site that experiences more than three million unique visits each month by Palm PoweredT users. "The Palm OS platform has proven itself to be the easiest and most functional platform for handheld users. The new release of PalmGear's StreamLync auto install technology will extend our lead in providing the best solutions for the handheld and smartphone market," said Larry Berkin, director of developer marketing, PalmSource, Inc. "We are delighted to have PalmGear as a committed partner."

"PalmGear's StreamLync technology will heighten the user's experience with Palm Powered handheld devices," said Ryan Wuerch, President and C.E.O, PalmGear.com. "StreamLync is one of many industry-first technologies that PalmGear will be announcing to strengthen its lead and further PalmGear's position as the worldwide leader for Palm Powered handheld solutions."

One-Touch Installation

StreamLync, currently available only for Windows, resides on the Palm user's desktop or laptop PC. Once installed in the PC, the utility is automatically invoked whenever a user downloads an application from PalmGear.com. From that point until the user transfers the new application to his or her PDA via HotSync, the download and installation process is automatic. StreamLync works seamlessly with the Palm Install tool to download, unpack, and install the application to Palm Desktop; all ancillary files (e.g., readme files or other documentation) not acceptable to Palm devices are retained in a folder on the PC.

Developers Will Benefit

Jason Cain, Chief Technology Officer for PalmGear, noted StreamLync's advantages to developers. "From the developer perspective, streamlining the installation procedure significantly eases support operations," Cain said. Greater overall customer satisfaction, quicker user installations, and fewer installation-related technical support requests are just a few of the benefits to be gained from offering StreamLync as an installation option for Palm Powered applications.

Individual or Enterprise Use

StreamLync offers setup options that make it practical and convenient in both individual and group user situations. For a full explanation of StreamLync, as well as to download the StreamLync utility, visit the StreamLync link on www.palmgear.com.

About PalmGear:

Since 1997, PalmGear has firmly held its position as the world's largest and oldest commercial Internet site devoted to third-party software solutions for the PalmOS platform. With its relationship to more than 14,000 registered PalmOS developers and its high-volume site traffic of more than three million unique visitors each month, PalmGear is poised to provide a solid increase in revenues for the developer community, encourage the development of new PalmOS solutions and further expand the Palm Powered handheld market. For more information, visit PalmGear at www.palmgear.com.

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