Brightpoint Expands Agreement with Kyocera Wireless Corp.

KWC is a leading supplier of innovative, feature-rich wireless phones and accessories for customers worldwide. The company also enjoys a leadership position in the wireless data category, with a portfolio comprising both stand-alone and embedded products. These range from best-in-class PC cards and wireless routers to embedded wireless modules that serve as the wireless “engines” for myriad vertical-market applications (e.g., asset tracking, telemetry, automated meter reading, etc.). Building on its track record for innovation, KWC is taking a leadership role in advancing emerging technologies that will shape the future of wireless communications, including WiMAX, Near Field Communications (NFC) and more. About Brightpoint, Inc. Brightpoint, Inc. (NASDAQGS: CELL) is a global leader in the distribution of wireless devices and in providing customized logistic services to the wireless industry. In 2007, Brightpoint handled approximately 83 million wireless devices globally. Brightpoint's innovative services include distribution, channel development, fulfillment, product customization, e-Business solutions, and other outsourced services that integrate seamlessly with its customers. Brightpoint's effective and efficient platform allows its customers to benefit from quickly deployed, flexible, and cost effective solutions. The company has approximately 3,300 employees in more than 25 countries. In 2007 Brightpoint generated revenue of $4.3 billion and net income of $47.4 million. Brightpoint provides distribution and customized services to over 25,000 B2B customers worldwide. Additional information about Brightpoint can be found on its website at www.brightpoint.com, or by calling its toll-free Information and Investor Relations line at 877-IIR-CELL (877-447-2355).

Certain information in this press release may contain forward-looking statements regarding future events or the future performance of Brightpoint. These statements are only predictions and actual events or results may differ materially. Please refer to the documents Brightpoint files, from time to time, with the Securities and Exchange Commission; including, Brightpoint's most recent Forms 10-K, 10-Q and Exhibit 99.1, thereto. These documents contain and identify important risk factors that could cause the actual results to differ materially from those contained in or implied by these forward-looking statements. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements that speak only as of the date these statements were made. Brightpoint undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements contained in this press release.

Contact Brightpoint, Inc. Anurag Gupta 317-707-2355 Anurag.gupta@brightpoint.com

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