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Saiteks Newly-launched Chess Games Now Shipping
Latest Line-up Offers the Very Best in Both Travel and Stationary Games for Players of All Skill Levels
TORRANCE, Calif. (September 7, 2004) Saitek Industries Ltd
(www.saitekusa.com) newest chess line-up, which received rave reviews at their Toy Fair 2004 launch, will begin shipping in immediately. The Maestro Travel Chess Computer, the Chess Explorer and the Micro Travel Chess Computer offer a wide range of options for chess masters and for the novice player who want to learn the game through interactive play. Prices range from $49 to $99. MAESTRO TRAVEL CHESS ($99.95) -- A must have for chess lovers The Maestro Travel Chess Computer is the perfect companion to help pass the time on a long flight. The blue backlit screen allows users to make a move at the touch of the internal-stylus. With over 100 playing levels, the sleek Maestro Travel Chess Computer is designed for a more intermediate player. Other features of the Maestro Travel Chess Computer include: 100 playing levels, 60 fun and 40 competition modes (complete with Hints and Tips) Sixty-four study positions and 3,650 stored opening moves Take back and replay available Sophisticated program with vast array of options and progressive challenges

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Built-in Chess Clock Unfinished games held in memory [games or one only] Automatic power down to conserve battery life
CHESS EXPLORER ($79.95) -- If style is your game Saiteks sleekest game to-date, the Chess Explorer combines features tailored to suit players ranging from beginners to the most accomplished chess aficionados. The game is modern and unique in design and will appeal to electronic consumers and traditional chess players. The Chess Explorer offers various playing modes that both challenges users while enhancing game play ability. Explorer Computer include: 64 Playing Levels Inc. Tournament and Blitz Built-in Intelligence (Take back and replay up to 30 moves while allowing evaluation of a game from the computer ) Set up options Sensory board; easy and error free move entry 4-digit backlit LCD display Automatic power down feature for battery conservation Other features of the Chess
MICRO TRAVEL CHESS ($49.95) -- Play it on the go Small enough to fit in your pocket, Saitek engineered this small chess computer to be the ideal travel companion. The computer is sleek and has a touch screen with over 50 different playing levels, many of which teach the user to play a smarter game and includes hint and tip coach modes. Other features of the Micro Travel Chess Computer include: Touch Screen Sensor Automatic Power Down feature All on screen action with over 3,650 stored opening moves No small pieces to move or loose LCD Display allowing users to watch the game develop and experiment while learning Stylus housed Protective cover
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AVAILABILITY The Maestro Travel Chess, Chess Explorer and the Micro Travel Chess computers will be available at local retailers, chess specialty outlets and the Saitek online store at www.saitekusa.com.
ABOUT SAITEK Founded in 1979, Saitek Industries initially built its reputation on smart products, establishing itself as the market leader with its Mephisto chess computers. In 1993 Saitek entered the computer games controller market and has since grown to become a major brand for PC gaming peripherals. Saiteks extensive range of award-winning products are designed and manufactured by gaming enthusiasts for gaming enthusiasts -- with the goal of helping gamers win. All of Saitek's award-winning controllers are produced in its wholly owned ISO 9002certified factory and distributed worldwide.