Torrance, CA – February 27, 2006–TRENDnet, a best-in-class networking manufacturer of wired and wireless networking solutions created a custom-designed TEW-429UB WiFi Detector + Adapter as a promotional gift at Verizon’s sponsored event at the 2006 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) held in Las Vegas.

The traditional blue casing for the product was changed to reflect Verizon’s black and red brand color scheme and screened with Verizon’s logo. The product was used as a welcoming gift to Verizon’s Corporate Customers and High Level Executives as part of the appreciation event. Following a night of music, sushi and cocktails 450 TEW-429UB’s were distributed to the valued partners and employees on the way out of the event. Jane Park at MICE iCom said, “It was an amazing gift” and was told by other attendees at the event it was the nicest gift at CES.

The TEW-429UB captures and displays all the broadcasted characteristics WiFi signals use to distinguish themselves. Most WiFi Detectors currently available in the market use LED’s to show the presence of WiFi signals and their relative strength. To find out if it is an open (HotSpot) or closed (Encrypted) network it requires the user to boot-up their laptop to get more information about the signal. The TEW-429UB integrates an LCD screen that details a connection’s Signal Strength, SSID (Network Name), Encryption type (eg. WEP 64/128 bit, WPA & WPA2), Channel, Source and Battery Life. Now users can simply press a button and get a detailed picture of all the 802.11 a / b / g WiFi connections within a 200ft. range. Then, simply plug the unit into the USB port and it becomes a 54Mbps 802.11g WiFi adapter, allowing the user to quickly connect to the preferred network connection. This product is small enough to fit in the palm of your hand and weighs only 30 grams.

In addition to the custom designed solution for Verizon, TRENDnet recently announced its plan to launch a Limited Edition TEW-429UB that reflects the spirit of the upcoming FIFA World Cup™ event to be held in Germany in June. The unit is covered in a black and white soccer ball theme. The two products offer an example of how a company can offer an innovative tool that presents a company in a unique way.

TRENDnet is a global provider of award-winning networking and surveillance solutions to small and medium-sized businesses, as well as home office users. Building networking solutions since 1990, TRENDnet enables users to share broadband access, multimedia content, and networked peripherals for true anywhere connectivity. TRENDnet's diverse product portfolio includes PoE, switches, Industrial, IP cameras, NVRs, fiber, Powerline, wireless, KVM, USB, and more. To learn more about TRENDnet, please visit www.trendnet.com.