New Gateway MP3 Photo Jukebox Provides More Storage for Music and Photos and Longer Battery Life in Small, Lightweight Design Mini MP3 Player Sports a Stylish New Look, Color Scheme

IRVINE, Calif., May 5, 2005 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- The

Gateway(TM) MP3 Photo Jukebox, which combines digital music playback, convenient

photo storage and a color display in one 3.4 ounce device, will now be offered

with 50 percent more storage capacity, longer battery life and a striking new

color scheme. It will be available directly from Gateway and at leading

electronics retailers for just $249.99.

``Gateway`s digital music player was already a standout for its versatility,``

said Dan Stevenson, vice president, product marketing. ``The new version of the

Gateway MP3 Photo Jukebox provides even more storage and enhanced features in

the same light design. Our new player combines one of the most straightforward

user interfaces with seamless PC music synchronization and compatibility with a

broad range of music services. It is simply the perfect traveling companion for

music lovers.``

The newest model, the GCM-6, provides 6GB(1) of storage for housing up to 1,500

MP3 songs(2), putting a vast library of music favorites always within reach.

Sleek enough to fit within a pocket or purse, the Gateway MP3 Photo Jukebox is

about the size of a deck of cards and weighs just 3.4 ounces. Its stylish new

look includes an attractive two-tone silver and black design.

Unlike some other popular MP3 players on the market, the Gateway MP3 Photo

Jukebox comes with a replaceable and rechargeable battery, which is a

significant advantage, since even rechargeable batteries are perishable. The

replaceable battery provides eight to ten hours of continuous music playback on

a single charge.(3)

Simple Design -- Easy to Use

The Gateway MP3 Photo Jukebox`s design makes it easy to use. Its large color

screen displays photos, playlists and track information in crystal clarity. The

scroll makes navigation quick and the accessing and managing of content simple.

Stores Up to 2,000 Digital Photos

As an added bonus, the Gateway MP3 Photo Jukebox can store up to 2,000 digital

photos, a handy feature for vacation travelers who require back-up storage to

their primary camera. It can display digital photos one by one or in a slideshow

format, which is enhanced by the color screen. The transferring of photos to the

MP3 Photo Jukebox is simple as connecting the included USB 2.0 cable between the

jukebox and digital camera and following the user prompts. Unlike other players

on the market, it can grab photos off cameras or flash cards without add-on

interface cards.

Napster To Go -- Unlimited Access to Over a Million Songs

The Gateway MP3 Photo Jukebox comes ready to download music content directly

from a variety of industry standard sources including Napster To Go which

provides unlimited access to more than a million songs for a modest monthly fee

of just $14.95. With purchase, Gateway customers that are new Napster members

will get the first three months of Napster to Go free.(4) While Gateway

customers can chose to listen to songs ripped from their CDs or purchased per

track online, they can also use Napster To Go to fill their MP3 Photo Jukebox

with the songs they want -- a real value for those who prefer to sample new

artists before purchasing individual tracks or albums.

Small Size; Big Sound

The device measures only 3.8in x 2.3in x 0.7in (L x W x D), yet it`s big in

sound. The Gateway MP3 Photo Jukebox delivers rich sound in clear, crisp

high-fidelity. Music can be browsed by album, artist, genre, track or playlist,

while 20 different equalizer settings and various modes such as shuffle and

repeat enable users to tailor the music mix to suit their own personal

preferences.

The Gateway MP3 Photo Jukebox includes Windows Media Player 10, which provides

more music and more choices to Gateway customers, such as built-in access to a

broad range of digital music services. Windows Media Player 10 provides an Auto

Sync feature that automatically synchronizes customer`s digital music

collections and photos from a PC to their new Gateway MP3 Photo Jukebox.

Convenient Accessories Maximize Listening Pleasure

The Gateway Photo Jukebox works with a wide range of portable music accessories

including standard FM transmitters such as the Belkin Tunecast II Mobile FM

Transmitter, so enthusiasts can enjoy their personal music library through any

FM stereo receiver whether it`s in the car, via their PC or home stereo.

Suggested retail pricing is only $39.99.

The Gateway Belt/Armband Clip keeps the MP3 Photo Jukebox secure while users are

on the go. Built of lightweight, textured plastic for a more secure fit around

the waist or arm, it features a durable armband that can be easily adjusted to

fit most users. Suggested retail pricing is only $19.99.

A removable and rechargeable Gateway replacement battery allows the user to

determine how many continuous hours of playtime are needed. Suggested retail

pricing is only $19.99.

Pricing and Availability

The Gateway MP3 Photo Jukebox comes with an AC Adapter, soft cover bag, camera

connection cable and ear bud headphones for the low price of just $249.99. It

will be available directly from Gateway and at leading electronics retailers.

About Gateway

Since its founding in 1985, Irvine, Calif.-based Gateway (NYSE: GTW) has been

offering award-winning PCs and related products to consumers, businesses,

government agencies and schools with highest quality and service and best

overall value. Gateway is now the third largest PC company in the U.S. and among

the top ten worldwide. The company`s value-based eMachines brand is sold

exclusively by leading retailers worldwide, while the premium Gateway line is

available at major retailers, over the web and phone, and through its direct and

indirect sales force. See http://www.gateway.com for more information

All offers subject to change without notice or obligation and may not be

available through all sales channels. Prices exclude shipping and handling.

Applicable taxes extra. Gateway Terms and Conditions of Sale apply. Intel,

Pentium and Centrino are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel

Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries. Other

product or service names mentioned herein are the trademarks of their respective

owners.

1.) Accessible capacity varies; MB = 1 million bytes; GB = 1 billion

bytes.

2.) 1500 songs is based upon the average size of subscription tracks on

major music services. Users who encode their audio at higher or

lower bit rates will find different results.

3.) Battery life varies depending upon use and configuration.

4.) New Napster members only. Major credit card required. You may

cancel the service anytime before the end of your Free Trial and

your credit card will not be billed, unless you purchase any tracks

or albums during the trial. At the end of the trial period, if

service is not cancelled, Napster will charge your credit card $14.95 per month.