Newark, CA March 26, 2003 -Googlegear today announced that it received the "E-tailer of the Year" award at the Intel Solutions Summit, which took place in San Diego, California on March 2, 3, and 4, 2003.

Googlegear builds solutions for clients in the consumer sector, and provides build-to-order systems solutions. The company taps into Intel's channel programs for additional support.

"Googlegear was recognized for their leadership and outstanding work in the industry," said Steve Dallman, director of North America Channels and Distribution for Intel. "Intel's partners are delivering top-notch solutions to all sizes of business. We hope they continue with their innovative approaches."

"The introduction alone of this new award was an exciting and symbolic event for all Internet retailers because it shows Intel's devotion to this new channel," said May Chan, President and CEO of Googlegear. "We are definitely thrilled to be the award's premier recipient and look forward to a long and mutually rewarding relationship with Intel."

Intel Solutions Summit

Several hundred of Intel's top North American solution providers and system builders gather annually for the Intel Solutions Summit (ISS). Now in its sixth year, ISS is Intel's most significant training and networking event for its top-tier reseller channel program members, the Intel Premier Providers. Intel's reseller channel now accounts for a significant portion of worldwide sales of Intel microprocessors and other products, and 2002 was a record-breaking year for channel sales organization. This year's ISS drew 300 resellers, and attendees learned about Intel's emerging products and solutions, market trends, and strategies to keep channel business "One Generation Ahead" of the competition.

About Googlegear

Googlegear, a division of Xtraplus Corporation, is a leading computer products e-tailer catering to computer enthusiasts and small-to-medium sized businesses nationwide. Googlegear carries an extensive selection of the finest and most sought after computer hardware and peripherals available today. In addition, the company's Googlegear brand desktop systems answer a growing demand for cutting edge, competitively priced computers. The name Googlegear stems from the mathematical term "googol" (or google) -- the number one followed by 100 zeros. It reflects the company's dedication to providing a google of "gear" for computer enthusiasts.