UIT's patented technology transforms online chat and instant messaging from a static process to a truly dynamic entertainment experience. The wireless I-C-IT toys are programmed to talk and move animatronically in real time when sending and receiving pre-programmed instant messages through AOL and AOL Instant Messenger (AIM).

"We're excited about the opportunity to bring these cutting-edge, chat-enabled toys to AOL's 35 million members and millions of other consumers who visit AOL's shopping destinations," said Brian Shuster, CEO of UIT. "AOL has helped transform the way millions of people communicate through instant messaging and chat, and now we're able to help take it a step further. The Looney Tunes Instant Messaging Buddies will help engage children in a whole new level of online interactivity."

UIT has developed and received a notice of allowance on its patent for Intelligent Control Interactive Technology (I-C-IT), a hardware and software platform for networking devices through various digital delivery systems such as the Internet, cable, broadcast and wireless networks. Products empowered with I-C-IT technology become "smart products" and can communicate with and be controlled by the user or through interactions with other I-C-IT enabled devices. I-C-IT technology can be customized and embedded into almost any electronic product, such as home and business appliances, toys, and medical monitoring devices. I-C-IT is marketed under the slogan "the smart in smart devices"(TM).

About UIT

UIT develops software that connects electronic devices to the Internet and to other digital systems. UIT's interactive control technology allows users to communicate and control devices from anywhere in the world. These devices are designed to be controlled by the user through Internet based portals, allowing interactive communities to be created on the Internet. The smart device forms a direct link between business and consumer, creating the potential for incremental subscription, e-commerce, upgrade and advertising revenue, generated after the initial device sale. Additional information is available at the company's Web site at www.uitlive.com.

About AOL Shopping

Dubbed the "Lord of Home Shopping" by the influential Jack Myers Report, AOL Shopping delivers the easiest, most compelling and dynamic shopping experience available in cyberspace. AOL's consumer-friendly shopping experience brings together millions of name brand products, convenient shopping tools and features, and a simple interface, all in one easy-to-use shopping destination. Designed for both first-time and experienced online shoppers, AOL Shopping is available to AOL members at Keyword: Shopping, CompuServe members at CompuServe Shopping, and to visitors through the Web at aol.com/shopping, compuserve.com/shopping, Netscape Shopping and ICQ Shopping.

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