Plantronics Voyager 510-USB is a Bluetooth headset system for VoIP (Voice Over Internet Protocol) that provides wireless connectivity to PC-based softphones. It includes a plug-and-play Bluetooth USB adapter that eliminates software setup processes and enables mobile professionals to place hands-free calls through any VoIP service with one easy step. Additionally, Plantronics Voyager 510-USB features multipoint technology to allow users to switch between multiple Bluetooth enabled devices with the touch of a button. The suggested retail price is S$319 and will be available from September 2006 onwards.

Plantronics Voyager 510-USB News Release
PLANTRONICS ANNOUNCES WORLD’S FIRST VoIP-OPTIMIZED BLUETOOTH HEADSET SYSTEM

SINGAPORE, September 28, 2006 - Plantronics, Inc. (NYSE:PLT) today introduced in Singapore the Plantronics Voyager™ 510-USB, the first Bluetooth® headset system optimized for Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP) that provides instant wireless connectivity to PC-based softphones. The Voyager 510-USB reflects Plantronics’ commitment to developing innovative VoIP products that embody great style, sound and simplicity for both business and consumer applications.

“As VoIP communication becomes increasingly relevant in today’s work environment, where professionals conduct business in the car, at coffee houses and airports across the world, there is strong demand for greater setup and device simplification,” said Will Stofega, research manager, IDC. “The Plantronics Voyager 510-USB makes VoIP intuitive. In doing so, enterprises benefit from reduced IT support and maintenance costs and professionals benefit from a reliable, easy to use wireless headset for their softphones and mobile phones.”

The Plantronics Voyager 510-USB includes a plug-and-play Bluetooth USB adapter that eliminates cumbersome software setup processes and enables mobile professionals to place hands-free calls through any VoIP service with one easy step. Additionally, Plantronics Voyager 510-USB features multipoint technology to allow users to switch between multiple Bluetooth enabled devices, including softphones and mobile phones, with the touch of a button.

“As communication needs become increasingly mobile, compatibility and flexibility across diverse networks and devices becomes critical,” said Chuck Yort, vice president of Business Solutions at Plantronics. “The Plantronics Voyager 510-USB will help make people’s lives less complicated on the road by providing simple, one-step VoIP connectivity and a single headset for multiple communication devices.”

Universal VoIP Compatibility

The Plantronics Voyager 510-USB is the first system that brings Bluetooth connectivity to enterprise class softphones. The system integrates with enterprise softphone software from leading companies including, Avaya, Cisco, Nortel and Skype, among others, to offer call notification and remote call answering via the headset. The Plantronics Voyager 510-USB is also compatible with most popular consumer Internet telephony services, including AOL, MSN and Yahoo!.

“Increasingly, small businesses and large enterprises in Asia Pacific are adopting VoIP for business communications. ,” said Alvin Kiew, Southeast Asia Regional Manager, Plantronics. “The Plantronics Voyager 510-USB becomes a logical extension for professionals to truly optimize their voice communications through great audio, comfort and hands-free mobility.”

An extension of Plantronics’ VoIP product portfolio, the Plantronics Voyager 510-USB includes the award-winning Plantronics Voyager 510¹ headset and Plantronics’ PerSonoCall® software to provide electronic answer-end control with major VoIP softphones. The system also comes with a convenient desktop charging stand, USB charging cable, USB extension cable, and AC charger. The Plantronics Voyager 510 headset features include:

* Noise-canceling microphone and wind-reduction technology for brilliant sound in indoor and outdoor environments,

* Lightweight, foldable design for all-day wearing comfort and easy storage,

* One-touch call answer/end, last number redial and voice activated dialing with mobile phones,

* Boom swivels for use on either ear for optional wearing preference,

* Up to 6 hours talk time and up to 100 hours standby time, and

* Freedom to roam up to 10 meters away from voice-enabled Bluetooth devices.

Global VoIP adoption is growing rapidly as businesses aim to realize substantial cost savings and value-added services. Aberdeen Group Research estimates that the average Fortune 500 company spends US$116 million on telecommunications services each year.

Pricing and Availability

The Plantronics Voyager 510-USB has a manufacturer suggested retail price of S$319 and will be available from September 2006 onwards in Singapore through Plantronics’ authorized resellers and www.plantronics.com. For more information about Plantronics Voyager 510-USB, please call +65 68385239 or visit: http://www.plantronics.com/north_america/en_US/productName/Voyager510USB.