Touch International Releases the Rugged ExtremeTouch
Its Hottest Projected Capacitive Product with Auto-Detecting Driver

AUSTIN, TEXAS - October, 12, 2006- The revolution has begun! Touch International is right in the middle of it. TI announced the release of ExtremeTouch, the newest projected capacitive touch screen. Touch International's revolutionary new touch technology can transform any transparent surface into a functioning touch screen, giving the designer the flexibility to choose any first surface material, including a window store front, table top, or bullet proof glass.

In partnership with DMC Co., Ltd., TI announces a new universal ExtremeTouch driver for capacitive USB touch screen systems. Historically, capacitive users have been locked in to one manufacturer, because the software drivers only allow usage with the original company's hardware.

"Incompatibilities with drivers have made it costly or nearly impossible to use another product," says Michael Woolstrum, Touch International CEO. "In the past, changes to programs already in revenue production could not be easily changed (due to gaming regulations). Touch International has solved this problem with the new ExtremeTouch."

In addition to the driver, TI has added 8.4" (diagonal) ExtremeTouch to the product line, larger models are under development. With its palm rejection capabilities, ExtremeTouch eliminates accidental input from the pressure of the user's knuckles or palm, ensuring accurate registration every time. Input methods range from active stylus (also known as digital ink), gloved hand, to finger. As part of the line of Ruggedized capacitive products, ExtremeTouch can be made with plastic, shock-proof, deflect vandalism, or incorporate AR filters. Applications for ExtremeTouch range from medical instrumentation and industrial controls, to retail signature capture, GPS, windows, store fronts, and personal digital assistants.

About Touch International

Founded by industry veterans, Touch International, Inc. is a privately-held, worldwide supplier of high-quality touch screen components. Through its expanded manufacturing facilities, Touch International is able to offer a wide variety and rapid delivery of lower-priced, high-reliability products, based on customer needs and specifications. Touch International is headquartered in Austin, with five factories strategically placed around the globe, and additional sales and support offices on four continents.

For media inquiries, contact:

Kelly Leff
Touch International
Marketing Communications
(512) 646-0310
kleff@touchintl.com