Portable Rechargeable Battery Extends Runtime on CradlePoint 3G & 4G Routers

Tekkeon has unveiled TekCharge(TM) MP2250, a new compact battery that provides six to eight hours of runtime for CradlePoint portable 3G and 4G mobile broadband routers when no power outlet is available. By combining Tekkeon's new rechargeable lithium polymer battery with any of several 3G/4G routers manufactured by CradlePoint, users can power a secure WiFi hotspot for hours.

TekCharge MP2250 includes an adapter tip to connect directly to a CradlePoint portable router, and brackets to mount the battery to CradlePoint portable routers CBA250, CTR350, CTR500, and PHS300.

"With the growing popularity of CradlePoint travel routers, TekCharge MP2250 is the ideal customized mobile power solution that enables router users to power a secure portable hotspot for hours longer," says Jerry Yang, president of Tekkeon, Inc. "Like its big brother myPower ALL MP3450i, this battery is actively endorsed by CradlePoint for its portable mobile broadband routers."

"CradlePoint's routers are meant to be mobile. However, in some instances access to power is limited. The Tekkeon TekCharge MP2250 provides battery power when none is available and extends the run time of our products that have a battery. This gives our customers a great deal of flexibility implementing our routers. It's a solid solution," said Steve Wood, VP Hardware Engineering, CradlePoint.

Tekkeon's battery solutions for portable power needs enable flexibility and extended operation of phones, laptops, portable media players, and many other devices. In addition to extending the run time on CradlePoint routers, TekCharge MP2250 provides additional run time for many 5V devices, including:

                       Bluetooth Headsets      122 hours of talk time
                       Mobile Phones           29 hours of talk time
                       MP3 Players             70 hours of audio
                       PDAs                    10 hours
                       Portable Media Players  14 hours

Like all Tekkeon batteries, TekCharge MP2250 is lightweight and uses visual indicators to identify the exact power level.

The MSRP for TekCharge MP2250 is $99.95. The battery comes with a one-year limited warranty and is available through 3GStore.com, and at the Tekkeon Store at www.tekkeon.com. Additional adapter tips for 5V devices are available at the Tekkeon Store.

About Tekkeon, Inc.

Tekkeon designs and manufactures innovative accessories that enable its customers to take full advantage of today's high tech world. The company's flagship portable universal batteries significantly extend the operation of numerous products, from everyday devices like laptops, mobile entertainment, routers, and mobile phones to professional equipment for photographers and outdoor adventure. The company's design expertise extends to products like NavDock(TM) Home Media Center for iPod and iPhone, which navigates the popular devices through an on-TV menu to play videos, photos and music on a connected television.

Tekkeon, Inc. is a privately held company with headquarters in Tustin, California, and ISO-certified factories in China and Taiwan. For more information, visit www.tekkeon.com.

myPower, NavDock and TekCharge are trademarks of Tekkeon, Inc.

About CradlePoint Technology

CradlePoint is a global leader in the design, development and manufacture of 3G/4G mobile broadband network solutions, serving business and consumer markets. The company engineers and produces cellular routers, portable hotspots, docking cradles and software platforms that facilitate secure mobile computing. CradlePoint's unique WiPipe(TM) technology provides access and traffic management that improves the security and quality of the online mobile experience and supports new revenue streams for network providers. Headquartered in Boise, Idaho CradlePoint maintains sales offices in Montana, Florida, Kansas and Texas. To find out more about CradlePoint products visit www.CradlePoint.com.