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Allen Bush
A&R Partners
(415) 363-0982, ext. 221
allen_bush@arpartners.com

Phil Purpura
Chapura, Inc.
(334) 660-7970
ppurpura@chapura.com

Chapura, Inc. Announces PilotMirror for Outlook 97 Synchronization Software for the Best Selling 3Com PalmPilot Connected Organizer

PilotMirror for Outlook 97 allows PalmPilot Users to Synchronize their Date Book, Address Book, To Do List and Memo Pad with Microsoft Outlook's default Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, and Notes folders.

Santa Clara, Calif. - August 4, 1997 -- Chapura, Inc. today announced PilotMirror™ for Microsoft® Outlook™ 97 its synchronization software for the 3Com PalmPilot™ connected organizer. PilotMirror synchronizes seamlessly the PalmPilot Date Book, Address Book, To Do List and Memo Pad with Outlook's default Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, and Notes folders. PilotMirror was designed exclusively for Microsoft Outlook 97 and supports all PalmPilot features. This product makes the job of keeping personal information up-to-date faster and easier with the push of a button.

"We believe PilotMirror completes the best PDA/PIM combination for today's organized professional," said Phil Purpura, president and co-founder of Chapura, Inc. "It's ideal for both corporate desktop and home use because it brings together the power of Outlook with the portability and convenience of the PalmPilot."

PilotMirror has successfully completed the PalmPilot Platinum level compatibility testing conducted by Quality Partners, an independent testing lab selected by 3Com Corporation. The goal of compatibility testing is to minimize software conflicts among third party applications and the PalmPilot Platform to ensure a positive user experience.

PilotMirror Features

PilotMirror was designed exclusively for Microsoft Outlook 97. It fully supports all PalmPilot features including all phone fields, custom fields, alarms, notes, priorities, and categories. Its synchronization features are custom fit for the powerful new Personal Information Manager - Outlook 97 so that appointments, contacts, tasks and notes are put where they should be in the PalmPilot.

PilotMirror installs automatically with no post installation setup maps to complete or configuration required. PilotMirror will synchronize the PalmPilot to Outlook 97 right out of the box. PilotMirror uses the PalmPilot HotSync Manager version 1.1 or 2.0 to seamlessly connect the PalmPilot and Outlook with simple one-button synchronization.

About PalmPilot

The family of PalmPilot connected organizers, designed as companion products to personal computers, enables mobile users to remotely manage their contact, scheduling, and personal information as well as e-mail. The PalmPilot is based on the PalmPilot Platform, a handheld computer operating system platform that enables low-cost, low-power, small form-factor devices to integrate seamlessly with desktop personal computers. The PalmPilot Platform features highly efficient operating system software for the handheld, and HotSync™, the desktop software that manages synchronization of the handheld and the PC.

Pricing and Availability

PilotMirror is now available from Chapura, Inc. for $39.95. PilotMirror can be downloaded from the company web site at http://www.chapura.com or obtained from Chapura, Inc. by calling 1-800-CHAPURA.

PalmPilot is distributed through leading consumer electronics and office supply stores nationwide, including Circuit City, CompUSA, Computer City, Egghead, Office Depot, OfficeMax, Staples, and other retailers. In addition, Franklin Quest offers the Franklin Electronic DayPlanner, which incorporates the PalmPilot with Ascend '97 software, and is available at Franklin Quest retail outlets and directly from Franklin Quest.

About 3Com Corporation

3Com Corporation enables individuals and organizations worldwide to communicate and share information and resources at anytime from anywhere. As the world's preeminent supplier of data, voice and video communications technology, 3Com has delivered networking solutions to more than 100 million customers worldwide. With global reach and local touch, the company gives enterprises, network service providers and carriers, small businesses and consumers the most comprehensive, innovative information access products and system solutions for building intelligent, reliable and high performance local and wide area networks. 3Com has worldwide revenues of more than $5.5 billion and employs approximately 13,500 people in 45 countries. For further information, visit 3Com's new World Wide Web site at http://www.3Com.com or call 1-800-NET-3COM.

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Contact:

Allen Bush
A&R Partners
(415) 363-0982, ext. 221
allen_bush@arpartners.com