| HOLTSVILLE, N.Y. -- Symbol Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:SBL), The Enterprise Mobility Company(TM), has introduced a new high-value laser bar code scanner targeted at small businesses. Designed to withstand the rigors of everyday use, the new cost-effective Symbol LS1203 bar code scanner is highly ergonomic, user-friendly and delivers the performance expected from Symbol Technologies -- the market leader in bar code scanning products. In a recent study by Venture Development Corporation (VDC), Symbol bar code scanners ranked the highest in all categories according to research conducted by channel partners, including the ability to read damaged labels, fewest product failures, fastest read rates, longest read range, price for performance and product warranty. According to the study, channel partners that sell Symbol handheld bar code scanners rated Symbol as the leader for customer service, post-sale services, product training and for sharing quality sales leads. Offering improved operational efficiencies, the LS1203 bar code scanner is designed to meet the needs of small businesses seeking to automate processes. Potential end-users include employees at boutique shops, gift shops, video stores, florists and other small local retailers seeking performance and reliability to help minimize manual key stroke data entry errors and improve employee productivity. "The new LS1203 laser scanner offers smaller retailers and customers in emerging markets a reliable and feature-rich laser scanner at an affordable price," said Bob Sanders, vice president and general manager of Symbol's advanced data capture division. "With its durable design, the new LS1203 is a great option for distributors and resellers who typically bundle the scanner into their point-of-sale offering." The new LS1203 scanner provides a sleek, lightweight form factor for maximum comfort and reduced user fatigue. Its durable design can withstand up to five-foot drops to concrete and multiple interfaces providing investment protection for customers that decide to update their point of sale equipment. The LS1203 scanner is available with Service from the Start Advance Exchange Support. This three-year service plan includes comprehensive support which extends normal wear and tear coverage to include repair of plastics, exit windows and other components that are accidentally damaged during use, providing an extra layer of investment protection for customers. Under the Advance Exchange service model, customers call Symbol customer support and a replacement LS1203 scanner is shipped to the customer via overnight delivery. Service from the Start Advanced Exchange Support also entitles customer to toll-free telephone access to Symbol technical support teams for problem diagnosis and issue resolution. The Symbol LS1203 laser bar code scanner has a list price of $155 and is currently available to order globally through Symbol partners. About Symbol Technologies Symbol Technologies, Inc., The Enterprise Mobility Company(TM), is a recognized worldwide leader in enterprise mobility, delivering products and solutions that capture, move and manage information in real time to and from the point of business activity. Symbol enterprise mobility solutions integrate advanced data capture products, radio frequency identification technology, mobile computing platforms, wireless infrastructure, mobility software and world-class services programs under the Symbol Enterprise Mobility Services brand. Symbol enterprise mobility products and solutions are proven to increase workforce productivity, reduce operating costs, drive operational efficiencies and realize competitive advantages for the world's leading companies. More information is available at http://www.symbol.com.
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