Pharos Has Renewed Its Supply Agreement with Microsoft and is Providing Three New Accessories for Microsoft Streets & Trips 2006

TORRANCE, Calif.--Oct. 12, 2005--Pharos Science & Applications Inc., a leading provider of mobile GPS solutions and location-based services for Windows-based devices and laptops, has announced their renewed supply agreement with Microsoft. Pharos continues to supply its high quality SiRFstar-powered GPS receiver for Microsoft's Streets & Trips 2006 with GPS locator, the latest version of the best-selling mapping and travel planning software(a).

In addition Pharos has launched three new GPS accessories designed especially for Microsoft Streets & Trips 2006: the Pharos Bluetooth Dock, the Pharos CompactFlash Adapter, and the Pharos Bluetooth Receiver. The accessories allow users to connect via CompactFlash or Bluetooth, to turn their Windows(R)-based laptop or Windows Mobile(TM)-based device into a real-time GPS navigation solution.

The Microsoft Streets & Trips advanced GPS Locator hardware, provided by Pharos, makes it easier than ever to turn a laptop PC, Tablet PC, or Microsoft Windows Mobile(TM)-based Pocket PC or Smartphone into an all-inclusive GPS tracking device with the Pharos GPS Bluetooth Dock and the Pharos CompactFlash Adapter each sold separately. Travelers can easily connect their sleek and stylish GPS locator to the Pharos Bluetooth Dock or CompactFlash Adapter and start viewing intuitive and up-to-date maps, travel information, and text or voice-prompted driving directions in real time.

Additionally, customers using the standard version of Microsoft Streets & Trips can turn their mapping software into a real-time GPS tracking solution with Pharos' award-winning Bluetooth GPS receiver.

"We are thrilled to be working with Pharos again this year, as they provide the hardware that completes Microsoft Streets & Trips 2006 with GPS locator," said Helen Chiang, product manager for Microsoft Streets & Trips. "The launch of their three new accessories designed for use with Microsoft Streets & Trips allows us to provide consumers with the travel and mapping solution they have been asking for."

"The Microsoft Streets & Trips 2006 product lines continue their legacy as a valuable resource for travelers and the top choice among customers. The Pharos GPS accessories for Microsoft Streets & Trips are key products in our portfolio as we continue to build our business around Windows-based products," said Christina Shires, Marketing Director for Pharos.

The Pharos Bluetooth Dock for Microsoft Streets & Trips with GPS
Locator

MSRP: $99.95

The Pharos Compact Flash Adapter for Microsoft Streets & Trips with
GPS Locator

MSRP: $49.95

The Pharos GPS Receiver -- Bluetooth Version for Microsoft Streets &
Trips 2006

MSRP: $199.95

About Pharos

Pharos Science & Applications Inc. is a leading provider of GPS navigation solutions and location-based services for mobile devices. The company is a charter member of Microsoft's Partner Advisory Council, a Qualcomm BREW Developer, and a member of ITS America and CTIA. Pharos products are sold through a network of leading national retail locations and online stores including CompUSA, Fry's Electronics, Best Buy, Amazon.com, Dell.com, eXpansys.com, Officemax.com, and others. For more information, visit www.pharosgps.com.

About SiRF

SiRF Technology Holdings, Inc. develops and markets semiconductor and software products that are designed to enable location-awareness utilizing GPS and other location technologies in high-volume mobile consumer devices and commercial applications. SiRF's technology has been integrated into mobile consumer devices, such as automobile navigation systems, mobile phones, PDAs, GPS-based peripherals and handheld GPS navigation devices, and into commercial applications, such as asset tracking devices and fleet management systems. SiRF markets and sells its products in four target platforms: automotive, consumer electronics, mobile computing and wireless devices. Founded in 1995, SiRF is headquartered in San Jose, Calif., and has sales offices around the world. The company trades on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange under the symbol SIRF. Additional information about SiRF and its location technology solutions can be found at www.sirf.com.