Images can be imported from a customer 's CD, DVD or
flash memory card as well as burn images to a CD they either retain or
leave on file with the retailer. It
is estimated that billions of photographs are being stored in albums,
frames , or shoeboxes that either show signs of fading or have already
faded. In a recent national survey , seven out of 10
mothers ranked the role of family historian right up there with that
of household teacher and nurse. For more information on sharing memories
through digital imaging stop by a local Best Buy store or visit
www.

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"Only Epson is capable of providing such a robust, high -quality
digital imaging solution designed specifically for scrapbookers.

And some printers are portable, making it possible to
print pictures "on the go" while still at that special occasion . The site, found at
www.

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She can transfer her pictures to a PC using a memory card reader or by
connecting her camera to the computer. We support our communities through employee
volunteerism and grants from The Best Buy Children's Foundation.

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About the EPSON Stylus Photo R800 and R1800 Printers

Epson Scrapbook Central also includes Epson's most advanced photo
printers, the Epson Stylus Photo R800 and Epson Stylus Photo R1800,
featuring exclusive Epson UltraChrome Hi-Gloss(TM ) pigment ink
systems, optimized for archival prints on matte and glossy media
including borderless 12"x12" to meet the demands of today's savvy
digital scrapbookers. Nearly 62 percent print photos at
home, and more than half (53 percent) create photo slide shows with a
computer., Inc.

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Founded in 1975, Epson America Inc. "While many
family albums of activities and accomplishments pile up over the
years, moms are creating fun and convenient ways to transform those
old shoeboxes of photos into a virtual shoebox that preserves memories
for generations. Once her photos have been
transferred , mom can email, upload to the Internet or print from the
comfort of her home.com
Best Buy's findings were secured through a national telephone
survey of 507 mothers with a maximum margin of error of +/- 4., Inc. A Minneapolis-based
company, our operations include: Best Buy, Future Shop, Geek Squad and
Magnolia Audio Video.

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As photos are
shared through electronic scrapbooks, Web sites and television slide
shows, family and friends will be mystified by moms' capabilities of
presenting clever clips and snapshots.

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Through more than 780 retail stores across the United
States and in Canada, our employees connect customers with technology
and entertainment products and services that make life easier and more
fun.

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Epson Scrapbook Central is powered by a Windows-based PC and
includes an EPSON Expression (R) 10000XL large format scanner, an EPSON
Stylus(R) Photo R800 printer and the new EPSON Stylus(R ) Photo R1800
printer for high quality scanning and archival digital prints.

About Epson

Epson offers an extensive array of award-winning image capture and
image output products for consumers , businesses, photographers and
graphic artists. Epson Expression is a registered
trademark and Epson Scrapbook Central and Easy Photo Fix are
trademarks of Epson America Inc.

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affiliate of
Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, a global manufacturer and
supplier of high-quality technology products that meet customer
demands for increased functionality, compactness, systems integration
and energy efficiency.
Moms take the CHO job seriously, and a majority of them (67
percent ) say it's important to preserve the family history for their
children and grandchildren by taking , organizing and saving photos.

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However, nearly half of the mothers polled (44 percent)
cited lack of time as the biggest hindrance to fulfilling their CHO
responsibilities.

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Third party and product names are
trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. In fact, moms rated their
responsibility of Chief Historical Officer (CHO) as more important
than chef, chauffeur and housekeeper . These findings underscore the growing desire to share
memories through digital living, and Best Buy is arming moms with
Mother's Day gifts to help them along the way.

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A variety of factors cause fading and can range from processing
chemicals to paper types and environmental conditions such as sunlight
or humidity. The company is also a leading supplier of value-added
point-of-sale (POS ) printers and transaction terminals for the retail
market. Epson and Epson Stylus
are registered trademarks and Epson UltraChrome Hi-Gloss is a
trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
"Digital technology can turn this sometimes daunting task for moms
into a creative form of expression when sharing family stories," said
Dan Moe, vice president of digital imaging at Best Buy.

About Best Buy Co.

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Epson Scrapbook Central Brings Consumers Full Selection of Digital Scrapbooking Services at Retail Locations

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LONG BEACH , Calif.

Moms Freeze Family History in 'Digital Age'; Best Buy Suggests Empowering Chief Historical Officer on Mother's Day

Best Buy expects digital imaging products to be well represented
in the mix.

com/imagelab, enables users to send friends and family
e-mail invitations for viewing pictures online and/or ordering prints
directly from the site.

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The solution includes training for up to four workstation
operators and up to two supervisors.

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Available late fall 2005, Epson Scrapbook
Central is an all-inclusive workstation-on-wheels for retailers who
want to generate high-quality scans and archival photographic prints
for their scrapbook clients who are going digital. Greeting cards and calendars can also
be produced at Epson Scrapbook Central. is headquartered in Long
Beach, Calif .
Seventy percent of moms surveyed said they e-mail digital photos
to family and friends regularly . We sell consumer electronics, home-office products, entertainment
software, appliances and related services.

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Our
photo printers combined with archival inks and specialty media are
optimal for preserving cherished photographs and scrapbook pages for
many generations," said Rajeev Mishra, director, convergence products,
Epson. Moreover, the Photo Marketing Association International
predicts that more than 20 million digital cameras will be purchased
in 2005.

Only crafters' sites selling finished scrapbooking items will be listed in this category.

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"Whether it's seeing pictures instantly,
showing photos on DVD albums or e-mailing snapshots of family
vacations, it has enhanced the entire experience. (NYSE:BBY ) is an innovative Fortune 100 growth
company that continually strives to create superior customer
experiences.

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Retail Solution Addresses Growing Demands of Digital Scrapbookers for
Archival Prints, Photo Restoration and
Other Digital Scrapbooking Services

Epson America announced Epson Scrapbook Central(TM), a new
solution that will provide scrapbooking enthusiasts with the broadest
selection of digital scrapbooking services at their favorite retail
scrapbook specialty store . Epson Scrapbook Central
software is also password protected to keep customer information and
project data secure.

Helping Moms Share Memories

The National Retail Federation reports that shoppers will spend
$700 million on consumer electronics and accessories this Mother's
Day. PC-free printers allow mom to print directly from
a memory card.

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Training for additional operators
or features will also be available. Epson Scrapbook Central will
undergo beta testing this spring and be available late this fall.

About the EPSON Expression 10000XL scanner

The Epson Expression scanner is ideal for photographic and graphic
arts projects that require fast, highly accurate scans of photographs ,
negatives, slides and transparencies regardless of their condition.

Note: Specifications are subject to change.

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The workstation is simple for novice or experienced store
personnel because it uses an easy-to-navigate touch-screen monitor and
customized software to enter all the information needed to complete a
customer's project and manage the workflow. The Epson Expression scanner easily captures and restores
fading memories with its exclusive Epson Easy Photo Fix(TM) technology
allowing one-touch color restoration, dust removal and grain reduction
to ensure superior image accuracy. The printers are capable of delivering
reproductions of full-bleed prints up to 13" wide as well as multiple
copies of the same image on one sheet of paper."
It's easy for mom to share digital photos with friends and family.

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Scrapbooking enthusiasts can bring photographs
and scrapbook pages to be scanned, restored, edited, copied and
printed in a variety of sizes and finishes, including 8" x 8" and 12"
x 12" borderless. In fact, with new digital solutions, CHOs can use digital
imaging to make their memories come alive in minutes. "Digital imaging has changed the way moms view sharing their
family memories," Moe said.
In addition to a full line of digital imaging solutions including
DVD burners, cameras, printers, software and accessories, Best Buy
provides moms with the unique capability to upload digital photos to
its online print shop, Best Buy imagelab (TM).35
percent at the 95 percent confidence level.

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Epson Scrapbook Central features an innovative yet versatile
design that allows retailers to wheel it around within the store as
needed for comfortable operation by trained store personnel and
customer convenience. is the U.bestbuy.

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"Epson Scrapbook Central is unique to the industry because it
provides a one-stop solution for scrapbook enthusiasts who want
high-quality scans, copies, digital prints and more.S. Epson America Inc.
The Best Buy survey found this especially true when it comes to
recording memories related to holidays, family vacations and
birthdays.
While seventy-one percent of women embrace digital technology as a
way to capture memories, many are still looking for the most effective
means to share and display family photos."
Survey results show 79 percent of women would use digital
technology if it could help them share and display family photos more
effectively.

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