DynaVox Systems LLC Merges with Blink Twice

Industry Leaders Join Forces to Better Serve Individuals with Speech, Language
and Learning Disabilities

PITTSBURGH, July 6 /PRNewswire/ -- DynaVox Systems LLC, the world's leading
provider of communication and education solutions for individuals with speech,
language and learning disabilities, today announced that the company has
merged with Blink Twice. This acquisition reinforces DynaVox's commitment to
providing the appropriate communication solution for each client's unique
needs, and further solidifies the company's position as the market leader in
the augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) industry.

Blink Twice develops and manufactures the Tango, a novel and innovative
communication solution designed primarily for children and teens with
significant speech and language challenges. The addition of the Tango, and
its vibrant library of illustrations and symbols, to the DynaVox product lines
further extends DynaVox's reach into the education and child-focused speech
device markets. It also provides customers with greater selection, as well as
increased pre- and post-sales support for Tango users and their care teams.

"We admire Blink Twice's innovative approach to AAC, and the way that the team
has forever changed the way that speech-generating devices are viewed by the
AAC community and the general public," said Ed Donnelly, DynaVox CEO. "The
development of the Tango forced manufacturers to reevaluate how they approach
AAC, and as a result the industry is stronger than ever and consumers have
more - and better - choices available to them.

"Blink Twice made its mark on the AAC industry by providing effective,
easy-to-use, and engaging communication solutions. The addition of the Tango
to the DynaVox line complements our business plan, and provides DynaVox with a
unique opportunity to provide greater selection to the AAC community. We are
pleased to welcome Tango users and those who support them to the DynaVox
family."

Richard Ellenson, Blink Twice founder and CEO, and the father of a child who
uses the Tango, will join DynaVox as Chief Vision Officer. In his new role,
Mr. Ellenson will take active roles in product development efforts and
strategic planning to ensure DynaVox continues to put clients and clinicians
first in the development of a dynamic range of products and services that
further the ability and right to communicate. Mr. Ellenson will also direct
advocacy initiatives and focus on raising awareness of speech disabilities and
solutions within the general population.

"I started Blink Twice with a commitment to approach AAC from a new
perspective; one that would forever change the way the world views assistive
technology and those who rely upon it," said Ellenson. "I am extremely proud
that the Blink Twice team accomplished so much in less than three years.

"Joining forces with DynaVox is a natural and great step for both companies.
Together we can offer the world a vibrant new vision for AAC, as well as
world-class products and customer service. I view this not only as a great
partnership between the companies, but as a renewed partnership with every
individual and SLP who relies on us for the products or services that support
so many amazing individuals."

Additional terms of the merger include:

-- Continued availability of the Tango - DynaVox will carry the Tango as
part of the suite of DynaVox devices.
-- All key Blink Twice staff will join the company.
-- Increased support - Current and future Tango communicators and their
care teams will be able to tap into DynaVox's extensive network of
support services, including:
-- assistance from the AAC industry's largest and most experienced
funding team,
-- expanded sales support,
-- access to the industry's largest technical support team, and
-- increased training opportunities through the company's
Accelerated Learning program and Implementation Toolkit.

About DynaVox Mayer-Johnson

DynaVox Mayer-Johnson develops a range of speech communication and education
solutions designed to help children and adults challenged by significant
speech, language and learning disabilities make meaningful connections and
participate in the home, classroom and the community. The company's DynaVox
line of speech communication devices gives a voice to the millions of people
who are unable to use speech as their primary means of communication due to
the effects of conditions such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS or Lou
Gehrig's Disease), stroke, traumatic brain injury, cerebral palsy, Parkinson's
Disease, autism and mental retardation. The Mayer-Johnson line of print-based
and on-screen education products engage students in the learning process and
support academic achievement. Driven by a strong entrepreneurial culture, the
company develops technology-based products and offers an extensive customer
support program to assist individuals as well as their families and support
professionals. For more information about DynaVox Mayer-Johnson, visit
www.dynavoxtech.com.

SOURCE DynaVox Mayer-Johnson

Joanne Kaufmann, DynaVox Mayer-Johnson, +1-412-222-7952,
joanne.kaufmann@dynavoxtech.com; or Reenie Kuhlman, Good PR, +1-412-478-7947,
reeniekuhlman@yahoo.com