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Warthog Looking to the future !!! (WHOG)     

SueHelen - 23 Dec 2003 17:29

http://www.warthog.co.uk
Daily Execution Price and Volume
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Major Shareholders
( 4 Nov 04) 367.48m 1p Ords - Evo Noms Ltd 9.12%, Broughton Ltd 8.16%, Chase Nominees Ltd 4.76%, Barclayshare Noms Ltd 4.71%, Goldman Sachs Secs (Noms) 4.18%, HSBC Global Cust Noms (UK) 3.81%, Gartmore Inv Ltd 3.09%, A J Hall 2.05%, Other Dirs 1.34%.
http://www.hemscott.com/internet/custom/whog/
Trades over 90,000 shares are delayed in reporting by 1 hour.

03 November 2004
WARTHOG PLC
DISPOSAL OF SUBSIDIARIES

The board of Warthog plc (the 'Company') announces that it has today completed
the sale of all of the Company's subsidiaries to Tiger Telematics, Inc ('TGTL')
together with the transfer to TGTL of certain intra-group indebtedness due to
the Company. The total consideration including assumed indebtedness is $8.11
million of which $1,113,000 will be paid in cash and $7 million satisfied by way
of an allotment of 497,866 shares of common stock in TGTL at $14.06 per share,
being the average mid market closing price of a TGTL common share over the 14
days preceding completion. These shares are restricted stock and as such can
only be traded on or after the first anniversary of completion (the
'Anniversary') in accordance with U.S. securities laws. Up to the Anniversary,
these shares will be held in escrow against any claim arising under certain
warranties, tax indemnities and completion account net asset value adjustments
set out in the sale and purchase agreement. 150,000 of the cash consideration
will also be held in escrow until the Anniversary, pending specific warranties.
The Company has waived the balance of all other amounts due to it by its former
subsidiaries.

Upon completion of the transaction, the executive directors Ashley Hall, Steven
Law and Simon Elms together with one other remaining employee of the Company
will transfer employment to TGTL leaving Ian Templeton FCA and David Robinson as
non-executive Directors of the Company. The Company has also undertaken to
change its name and will be calling an EGM to effect such a change in due course
and will at that time update shareholders further.

The board of Warthog plc has sought to complete this transaction as rapidly as
possible (and therefore did not elect to seek shareholder approval) because the
group has continued to face difficult trading conditions within the games
development industry, as reported in the Company's Final Results on 28 September
2004, which has put the group under ongoing financial pressure. In addition,
TGTL required the transaction to be consummated as expeditiously as possible, in
conjunction with the commencement of shipping of its Gizmondo product into the
UK. The transaction leaves the Company having discharged substantially all of
its liabilities and with a valuable shareholding in TGTL which will be capable
of realisation in a year's time. The realisable value of this shareholding
depends entirely upon the commercial success of TGTL and the performance of the
TGTL shares on the financial market.

The board considers, in conjunction with its advisers, that this transaction
represents the best available outcome for the Company and its shareholders.

Tiger Telematics, Inc is listed on the 'NASDAQ Other OTC Market' under symbol
'TGTL'. TGTL's publicly stated intention is to apply for a listing on the
'NASDAQ National Market' in December 2004. TGTL is a designer, developer and
marketer of mobile telematics systems and services that combine global GPS
functions and voice recognition technology to locate and track vehicles and
people down to street level in countries throughout the world. The systems are
designed to operate on GPS and are currently being marketed to GSM current and
potential subscribers, primarily by the company's United Kingdom based
subsidiary, Gizmondo Europe Limited ('GEL'). GEL is a wholly owned subsidiary of
TGTL and is the maker of the Gizmondo, a next-generation mobile entertainment
device which includes games, built-in music, video, messaging and picture
functions and GPS. On 29 October, TGTL began shipping its first generation
product as part of a strategic retail roll out in the UK.

The transaction gives GEL access to existing games content and porting
technology to enable the transfer of titles developed for use on other platforms
on to the Gizmondo handheld device. Warthog plc shareholders will therefore
benefit from continued investment in TGTL as it seeks to exploit the games
content and technical capabilities that the Company has developed over the past
few years.

As previously announced on 12 October 2004, GEL is interested in 8.62 per cent.
of the Company's current total issued ordinary share capital.

About the Gizmondo device
The Gizmondo is powered by a Microsoft Windows CE.net platform, boasts a
2.8-inch TFT colour screen with a Samsung ARM9 400Mhz processor and incorporates
the GoForce 3D 4500 Nvidia graphics accelerator. It provides cutting-edge
gaming, multimedia messaging, an MP3 music player, MPEG4 movie playing
capability, a digital camera and a GPRS network link to allow wide-area network
gaming. Additionally, it contains a GPS chip for location based services, is
equipped with Bluetooth for use in multi-player gaming and accepts MMC card
accessories.

The Gizmondo device and its games are due for launch in the UK in the fourth
quarter 2004 and in North American markets from the first quarter 2005.

Further information on TGTL, GEL and the Gizmondo device can be found at:
www.tigertelematics.com
www.gizmondo.com
Enquiries:
Ian Templeton
Chairman - Warthog plc
Tel: 0870 122 5420

6 November 2004.
Daily Mail Newspaper : Page 80.

DEALERS believe that Warthog, 0.11p dearer, could be a good recovery punt. More than 52m shares in the computer games developer changed hands on hopes that the worst is over. Tiger Telematics, a leading European games console maker grabbed it by the tusks in October when it bought its subsidaries, intellectual properties and assests. In return Warhog acquired a stake in TT which is now worth at least 3p per share.

iturama - 18 Feb 2005 06:32 - 659 of 1449

In preparation for the launch in the US:-


LONDON, February 17 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
Gizmondo to exhibit at the American International TOY FAIR(TM)
Gizmondo Europe Ltd, subsidiary of Jacksonville, Florida-based Tiger Telematics Inc. (OTC: TGTL , OTC: TGTL.PK), confirmed today in order to extend its exposure beyond the primary consumer electronics focus, it will be attending the American International TOY FAIR, hosted at the Javits Convention Center in New York from the 20-23rd February 2005 by the Toy Industry Association(R), Inc.

American International TOY FAIR(TM) is the largest toy trade show in the Western Hemisphere. More than 1,500 manufacturers, distributors, importers and sales agents from 30 countries showcase their toy and entertainment products, and are visited by more than 20,000 buyers from over 87 countries. Gizmondo will be exhibiting at booth number 5967, giving first-hand demonstrations of the new Gizmondo multi-entertainment handheld.

Releasing this spring across North America and mainland Europe, this powerful piece of gaming, multimedia, and communications hardware will ultimately be targeted at users of all ages making this event a good platform to give retailers and buyers a taste of what's in store.

Carl Freer, Managing Director, Gizmondo Europe, says: "The Toy Fair is an excellent opportunity for us to engage the retail community directly, and showcase the amazing functionality of the Gizmondo. Our target demographic will broaden significantly by the end of this year, and our retail presence will escalate accordingly."

The Gizmondo is powered by Microsoft Windows CE advanced real-time operating system, boasting a 2.8-inch TFT colour screen with a Samsung ARM9 400Mhz processor and incorporates the GoForce 3D 4500 NVIDIA graphics accelerator. It provides cutting-edge gaming, multimedia messaging, an MP3 music player, Mpeg4 movie playing capability, a digital camera and a GPRS network link to allow wide-area network gaming. Additionally, it contains a GPS chip for location-based services, is equipped with Bluetooth for use in multi-player gaming and accepts MMC card accessories.

The Gizmondo device and its games are currently launching in the U.K., and in North American and Continental Europe markets this spring 2005.

About Tiger Telematics and Gizmondo

Gizmondo Europe Ltd. Is an owned subsidiary of Tiger Telematics Inc (TGTL) and is the maker of Gizmondo, a next-generation mobile entertainment device. Launched in 2004, the gaming device includes built-in music, video, messaging and picture functions and GPS.

Tiger Telematics is a designer, developer and marketer of mobile telematics systems and services that combine global GPS functions and voice recognition technology to locate and track vehicles and people down to street level in countries throughout the world. The systems are designed to operate on GPS and are currently being marketed to GSM current and potential subscribers, primarily by the company's United Kingdom based subsidiaries.

www.gizmondo.com

www.tigertelematics.com

About Toy Industry Association

Toy Industry Association, Inc. (TIA(TM)), founded in 1916, is the national New York City-based trade association for U.S. producers and importers of toys, games and children's entertainment products. Its 300+ members account for 85 percent of industry sales; associate members include toy testing laboratories, design firms and professional inventors. Government, the trade, the media and consumers, recognizes TIA as the authoritative voice of the U.S. toy industry.

www.toy-tia.org

The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.

accord - 18 Feb 2005 06:59 - 660 of 1449

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TomTom MOBILE 5 is initially compatible with:

Nokia: 6630, 6600, 6260, 6670, 7610, 7710, 9300, 9500

Orange: SPV C500, E200

Q-Tek: 8010, 8020, 8060, 8080

Motorola: MPx 220

T-Mobile: SDA

iMate: SP3

Treo: 650

Gizmondo

This just adds to the giz's overall appeal i think.

mtwallit - 18 Feb 2005 11:26 - 661 of 1449

so re the toy show no doubt we should see some movement next week in the sp if not before.. quiet this morning some large buys appearing..

iturama - 18 Feb 2005 11:49 - 662 of 1449

I am interested to hear what came out of the Cannes show & tell.

mtwallit - 18 Feb 2005 12:12 - 663 of 1449

would be interesting to see what happened at Cannes with the models and the gizmo ..one or two other bits off their press releases - "currently launching in UK"

http://www.gizmondo.com/corporate/press.asp?type=1

iturama - 18 Feb 2005 15:15 - 664 of 1449

Tiger blue & up a buck.

mtwallit - 18 Feb 2005 15:27 - 665 of 1449

in the right direction..

Paulo2 - 18 Feb 2005 15:34 - 667 of 1449

$30, iturama! You can say it now. We might not stay there, but at least we did it -- and without any real news!

iturama - 18 Feb 2005 21:06 - 668 of 1449

Nice finish at the days high. Up 4.5% and on a platform to advance next week, hopefully to an all time high. Exciting week ahead.

john50 - 18 Feb 2005 21:16 - 669 of 1449

iturama, and very good volume.

iturama - 20 Feb 2005 09:12 - 670 of 1449

The next two-three months should prove very interesting, John. Blue day Monday.

Paulo2 - 20 Feb 2005 19:11 - 671 of 1449

A review from Cannes in the Sunday Times business section!!

TOP TOYS:
Many were impressed by Gizmondo, a mobile gaming console that plays music, videos and can act as a satellite tracking system. It can apparently be set up to warn you if your child is playing truant from school. Gizmondo will cost 229 in the UK; it plans to open a Regent Street shop shortly.

iturama - 21 Feb 2005 08:19 - 672 of 1449

Its a great device and whog will benefit directly and significantly.

mtwallit - 21 Feb 2005 11:17 - 673 of 1449

Feb 21, 2005- Gizmondo gets worms!

Since it's debut in 1995, the Worms series has achieved global sales in excess of eight million units and is a regular sight in the videogame charts, having released nine different versions and a multitude of add-on and value-packs. Worms World Party continues the unrivalled mix of strategy and arcade elements in one of the world's most entertaining, humorous and addictive gaming experiences engineered for the Gizmondo.

http://www.gizmondo.com/news/item.asp?id=494

Paulo2 - 21 Feb 2005 11:40 - 674 of 1449

Some big sells going through but still in the blue. Crafty MMs.There must be a big buy or sell order to fill. S'pose we'll find out at the end of the day.

0057659 - 21 Feb 2005 11:50 - 675 of 1449

Does anybody know how long that a trade can be delayed for as i bought 300k on Friday and it still hasn't gone through on screen yet, I have definately got them and have checked previous trades perhaps there is a backlog!

iturama - 21 Feb 2005 15:02 - 676 of 1449

This was posted on a US TGTL BB.

I bumped into the Gizmondo party on the 7.15am flight from Gatwick to Marseille completely by accident and overheard them talking about it so i butted in and introduced myself as an investor.

I got to play with it for the flight and I am a real fan. The Stuff article is nonsense - it is cool to look at, understated and slightly retro but it has a tough, urban, sporty feel to it. The graphics are very good, the battery lasted the whole journeyand can be changed in and out unlike IPOD like internals and the memory slot is the same - just load the games and play.

Overall I think this thing really could become a cult item (so big upside) and I feel it must, at very least, find a niche following (so de-risking the downside)

Any other views?? - I know sparky has been handy as a financial guide (and has been around since i got in in Sept 03) but the truth is now that we are at launch the question is about how the market receives this and a 50 year old is probably not the one to ask

Paulo2 - 21 Feb 2005 15:37 - 677 of 1449

Would have expected a little more action given Tiger went throught the $30 barrier on Friday and the Giz goes on sale Monday.

ethel - 21 Feb 2005 16:31 - 678 of 1449

I thought Warthog would'nt get any income from Gizmomondo sales until a year has passed.If that is so,seems premature to buy the shares now.Ethel
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