Microtek Lab Bundles New Software For Windows 

Adobe Photoshop Now Offered on Both Macintosh and Windows Platforms

Torrance, CA, May 24, 1993--Microtek Lab, Inc. announced it began bundling
today Adobe Photoshop for Windows with its popular ScanMaker II and ILXE
24-bit color flatbed scanners. This expands on a near three year
relationship between the companies where Adobe Photoshop is already
bundled with Microtek's Macintosh compatible models. Adding Adobe's new
Windows version simplifies Microtek's product offering and at the same
time offers users cross-platform consistency.

"Given the leadership position held by Adobe Photoshop on the Macintosh
platform and given cross platform compatibility as a definitive selling
point, this new bundle makes sense. Microtek's objectives are to offer
users greater value and operational consistency, said Woody Hale,
Microtek's vice president of marketing and sales. "Both goals are clearly
met while simplifying Microtek's product positioning."

Microtek's ScanMaker models are packaged in an entry-level and professional
configuration for both PC and Macintosh platforms. The ScanMaker II,
packaged with the casual user in mind, is bundled with the limited edition
of Adobe Photoshop. The ScanMaker II is available from resellers for as
little as $950 complete with Adobe Photoshop LE and interface. This system
offers both 256 grayscale and 24-bit color scanning at or near the price
of the leading grayscale-only models.

The ScanMaker ILxe model for the serious graphics user is available from
computer retailers and VARs for approximately $1200 - $1300. The price
includes all interface components and the full version of Adobe Photoshop
2.5 software, which has a retail value of $895. ScanMaker IIxE is packaged
for users requiring full prepress functionality and for value added
channels.

"Adobe Photoshop for the Macintosh has been established as the leader with
Microtek customers for the past three years," said Dave Pratt, senior vice
president and general manager, Application Products Division at Adobe
Systems. "Adobe Photoshop 2.5 has quickly become the leading image
manipulation program for the Windows environment, and we believe Microtek
customers will be enthused with this offering."

This new Adobe Photoshop for Windows bundle replaces the former ImageStar
II and Aldus PhotoStyler products previously bundled with the ScanMaker II
and ILXE respectively. In order to provide a cost-effective upgrade path
for current or new ScanMaker owners, Microtek and Adobe have established
the following upgrade plan:

* ScanMaker II owners who purchased after April 24, 1993 receive Adobe
Photoshop LE.

* ScanMaker IIxE owners who purchased after April 24, 1993 receive Adobe
Photoshop 2.5

With proof of purchase available, owners should contact Microtek customer
service at (800) 654-4160.

* ScanMaker II or ILxe owners who purchased prior to April 24, 1993 should
contact Adobe Systems customer service number at (800) 833-6687. ScanMaker
II/ImageStar II systems may be upgraded to Adobe Photoshop LE for $49.
ScanMaker ILXE/Aldus PhotoStyler systems may be upgraded to Adobe
Photoshop 2.5 for $129.

Headquartered in Torrance, California, Microtek Lab, Inc., is a U.S.
subsidiary of Microtek International, Inc. based in Hsinchu, Taiwan.
Offices are also located in Dusseldorf, Germany, Hillsboro, Oregon and
regional sales offices are based in major cities across the U.S. Microtek
develops, manufactures and markets affordable color peripheral
technologies.

Microtek Lab Inc, 680 Knox St, Torrance, CA 90502
213-321-2121;  fax: 310-538-1193

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