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Best Buy is Committed to Helping Consumers Prepare for California Hands-Free Driving Regulations
--(Business Wire)-- Best Buy Co., Inc. (NYSE: BBY):
What: Local Best Buy BlueShirt employees are available for in-store,
in-studio and phone interviews providing insight on how to
prepare for hands-free driving.
How: Contact the media representative to make arrangements. Best Buy
is committed to ensuring a smooth transition to hands-free
mobile devices and knowledgeable employees are available to
assist consumers in finding the right mobile accessories to
fit their lifestyle. In addition, Best Buy offers installation
services for in-car devices to help ensure all items are
installed for optimum driver safety.
Consumers have three primary options for complying with the new
regulations while determining which hands-free technology is
best for their particular lifestyle. Best Buy BlueShirt and
Geek Squad technology experts can elaborate on the following:
-- Three main technologies available to help consumers
comply with the new hands-free regulations including
Bluetooth headsets, portable Bluetooth speakerphone and
installed Bluetooth car kit
-- Expected cost and activation tips
-- How to tell if your cell phone is Bluetooth compatible
and what type of phone you need in order to use the
Bluetooth headsets
-- Tips for configuring hands-free calling through GPS
systems and other mobile gadgets
When: On July 1, 2008 California will begin prohibiting the use of
cell phones by drivers without a hands-free device.
Why: California's regulations have been enacted in an effort to
reduce car accidents caused by "distracted drivers."
Where: California Best Buy stores -- Please use the contacts on this
media alert to arrange for an interview in your local store.
About Best Buy Co., Inc.
Best Buy Co., Inc. (NYSE: BBY) operates an international portfolio of brands with a commitment to growth and innovation. Our employees strive to provide customers around the world with superior experiences by responding to their unique needs and aspirations. We sell consumer electronics, home-office products, entertainment software, appliances and related services through approximately 1,300 retail stores across the United States, throughout Canada and in China. Our multi-channel operations include: Best Buy (BestBuy.com, BestBuy.ca, BestBuy.com.cn and Best BuyMobile.com), Future Shop (FutureShop.ca), Geek Squad (GeekSquad.com and GeekSquad.ca), Pacific Sales Kitchen and Bath Centers (PacificSales.com), Magnolia Audio Video (Magnoliaav.com), Jiangsu Five Star Appliance Co. (Five-Star.cn) and Speakeasy (Speakeasy.net). Best Buy supports the communities in which its employees work and live through volunteerism and grants that benefit children and education.
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