HONG KONG and EMERYVILLE, California, April 4, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- VTech Holdings
Limited (VTech, HKSE: 303), a global leader in electronic learning
products and cordless telephones, today announced that
approximately 56.60% of all issued and outstanding shares of common
stock of LeapFrog Enterprises, Inc. (LeapFrog, NYSE: LF) had been
validly tendered and not withdrawn as of 11:59 p.m., New York
City time, on April 1, 2016,
the expiration date of the cash tender offer (the "Offer")
conducted by Bonita Merger Sub, L.L.C., an indirect wholly-owned
subsidiary of VTech. All of the tendered shares have been accepted
for purchase by Bonita Merger Sub, L.L.C.
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As the conditions to the Offer have been satisfied as of the
expiration of the Offer, the parties expect to complete the merger
today in accordance with the terms of the Agreement and Plan of
Merger, dated February 5, 2016, as
amended, among VTech, LeapFrog and Bonita Merger Sub, L.L.C.
About LeapFrog
LeapFrog Enterprises, Inc. is the leader in innovative solutions
that encourage a child's curiosity and love of learning throughout
their early developmental journey. For 20 years, LeapFrog has
helped children expand their knowledge and imagination through
award-winning products that combine state-of-the-art educational
expertise led by the LeapFrog Learning Team, innovative technology,
and engaging play – turning playtime into quality time. LeapFrog's
proprietary learning tablets and ground-breaking developmental
games, learn to read and write systems, interactive learning toys
and more are designed to create personalised experiences that
encourage, excite and build confidence in children. LeapFrog is
based in Emeryville, California,
and was founded in 1995 by a father who revolutionised
technology-based learning solutions to help his child learn how to
read. Learn more at www.leapfrog.com.
About VTech
VTech is the global leader in electronic learning products from
infancy to preschool and the world's largest manufacturer of
cordless phones. It also provides highly sought-after contract
manufacturing services. Founded in 1976, VTech has been a pioneer
in the electronic learning toy category with cutting-edge and
innovative products that provide fun and learning to children
across the world. By leveraging decades of success, VTech provides
a diverse collection of telecommunication products that elevate the
consumer experience with state-of-the-art technology and design.
The Group is also one of the world's leading electronic
manufacturing service providers, offering world-class, full turnkey
services to customers in a number of product categories. The
Group's mission is to design, manufacture and supply innovative and
high quality products in a manner that minimises any impact on the
environment, while creating sustainable value for its stakeholders
and the community. For more information, please visit
www.vtech.com.
Statement on Cautionary Factors
Any statements made in this press release that are not
statements of historical fact including, but not limited to,
statements about VTech's and LeapFrog's beliefs and expectations
and statements about VTech's proposed acquisition of LeapFrog, are
forward-looking statements and should be evaluated as such.
Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to,
statements that may relate to VTech's and LeapFrog's plans,
objectives, strategies, goals, future events and other information
that is not historical information. Factors that may materially
affect such forward-looking statements include VTech's and
LeapFrog's ability to successfully complete the merger.
VTech and LeapFrog do not undertake, and specifically disclaim,
any obligation or responsibility to update or amend any of the
information above except as otherwise required by law.
For inquiries, please contact:
VTech Holdings
Limited
Grace Pang, Head of
Corporate Marketing
+852
26801703
grace_pang@vtech.com
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LeapFrog Enterprises,
Inc.
Nancy Lee, Investor
Relations
(510)
420-5150
ir@leapfrog.com
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