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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
 
Form 10-K
 
     
(Mark One)    
þ
  ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d)
OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
    For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2006
OR
    TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
    For the transition period from          to          
Commission file number: 0-30907
 
Mobility Electronics, Inc.
(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter)
 
     
Delaware   86-0843914
(State or Other Jurisdiction of
Incorporation)
  (IRS Employer
Identification No.)
     
17800 N. Perimeter Dr., Suite 200,   85255
Scottsdale, Arizona
  (Zip Code)
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)
   
 
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code):
(480) 596-0061
 
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
 
     
Title of Each Class
 
Name of Each Exchange on Which Registered
 
Common Stock, $0.01 par value   The NASDAQ Global Market
 
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act:
 
     
Title of Each Class
 
Name of Each Exchange on Which Registered
 
Series G Junior Participating Preferred Stock, $0.01 par value   None
 
Indicate by check mark if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act.  Yes o     No þ
 
Indicate by check mark if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or Section 15(d) of the Act.  Yes o     No þ
 
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports) and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.  Yes þ     No o
 
Indicate by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to Item 405 of Regulation S-K is not contained herein, and will not be contained, to the best of registrant’s knowledge, in definitive proxy or information statements incorporated by reference in part III of this Form 10-K or any amendment to this Form 10-K.  o
 
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, or a non-accelerated filer. See definition of “accelerated filer and large accelerated filer” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. (Check one):
Large Accelerated Filer o     Accelerated Filer þ     Non-Accelerated Filer o
 
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).  Yes o     No þ
 
The aggregate market value of the voting and non-voting common equity held by non-affiliates computed by reference to the price at which the common equity was last sold as of the last business day of the registrant’s most recently completed second fiscal quarter (June 30, 2006) was approximately $182 million. Shares of voting stock held by each officer and director and by each person who owns 10% or more of the registrant’s outstanding voting stock have been excluded in that such persons may be deemed to be affiliates. This determination of affiliate status is not necessarily a conclusive determination for other purposes. The registrant does not have any outstanding shares of non-voting common equity.
 
There were 31,748,155 shares of the registrant’s common stock issued and outstanding as of March 12, 2007.
 
DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE
 
Portions of the registrant’s definitive Proxy Statement relating to its 2007 Annual Meeting of Stockholders to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission are incorporated by reference into Part II and Part III of this Form 10-K.
 


 

 
MOBILITY ELECTRONICS, INC.
FORM 10-K

TABLE OF CONTENTS
 
                 
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  Business   4
  Risk Factors   11
  Unresolved Staff Comments   24
  Properties   24
  Legal Proceedings   24
  Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders   24
 
  Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters And Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities   25
  Selected Consolidated Financial Data   27
  Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations   28
  Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk   42
  Financial Statements and Supplementary Data   43
  Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure   75
  Controls and Procedures   75
  Other Information   77
 
  Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance   77
  Executive Compensation   77
  Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters   77
  Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence   78
  Principal Accounting Fees and Services   78
 
  Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules   78
  79
 EX-10.15
 EX-10.28
 EX-23.1
 EX-31.1
 EX-31.2
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DISCLOSURE CONCERNING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
 
This report contains statements that constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. The words “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate” and other similar statements of expectations identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements in this report can be found in the “Business” and “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” sections as well as othe sections of this report and include, without limitation, expectations regarding our anticipated revenue, gross margin, and related expenses for 2007; the expected timing and completion of the sale of our expansion and docking patents and business; the expectation that the disposition of our Connectivity Group will allow our management to focus its efforts on growing the Low-Power and High-Power Groups; the anticipated continued penetration of both the domestic and international wireless carrier, dealer/agent, and distributor markets; the expected continued growth in sales of power products for high-power mobile electronic devices driven by further growth in private label reseller accounts, expanded international distribution, and the expansion and/or development of new OEM programs; expectations regarding future customer product orders, including the impact resulting from the loss of Dell as a customer; our anticipated increased reliance on distributors and resllers for the distribution and sale of our products; the expected impact of the anticipated introduction of a new combination AC/DC power adapter on 2007 High-Power Group revenue; beliefs relating to our competitive advantages and the market need for our products; the belief that our present vendors have sufficient capacity to meet our supply requirements; the expected availability of cash and liquidity; expected market and industry trends; beliefs relating to our distribution capabilities and brand identity; expectations regarding the success of new product introductions; the anticipated strength, and ability to protect, our intellectual property portfolio; and our expectations regarding the outcome and anticipated impact of various legal proceedings in which we are involved. These forward-looking statements are based largely on our management’s expectations and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, which may cause our actual results, performance, achievements, or industry results, to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause or contribute to such differences include those discussed herein under the heading “Risk Factors” and those set forth in other sections of this report and in other reports that we file with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Additional factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in these forward-looking statements include, among others, the following:
 
  •  the loss of, and failure to replace, any significant customers such as Dell;
 
  •  the inability to timely and successfully complete product development efforts and introduce new products, including internal development projects and those being pursued with strategic partners;
 
  •  the ineffectiveness of our sales and marketing strategy;
 
  •  the inability to create broad consumer awareness and acceptance for our products and technology;
 
  •  the timing and success of competitive product development efforts, new product introductions and pricing;
 
  •  the ability to expand and protect our proprietary rights and intellectual property;
 
  •  the timing of substantial customer orders;
 
  •  the lack of available qualified personnel;
 
  •  the inability to successfully resolve pending and unanticipated legal matters;
 
  •  the lack of available qualified suppliers and subcontractors and/or their inability to meet our specification, performance, and quality requirements; and
 
  •  market demand and industry and general economic or business conditions.
 
In light of these risks and uncertainties, there can be no assurance that the forward-looking statements contained in this report will prove to be accurate. We undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, or any facts, events, or circumstances after the date hereof that may bear upon forward-looking statements.
 
Mobility Electronics®, iGo®, iGo dualpower®, iGo powerXtender and Juice® are trademarks or registered trademarks of Mobility Electronics, Inc. or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries. Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others.


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PART I
 
Item 1.   Business
 
Our Company
 
We are a leading provider of innovative products and solutions for the mobile electronics industry. We utilize our proprietary technology to design and develop products that make mobile electronic devices more efficient and cost effective, thus enabling professionals and consumers higher utilization of their mobile devices and the ability to access information more readily.
 
We have created a broad base of branded and private-label products that focus primarily on providing accessories, such as power solutions and foldable keyboards, for mobile electronic devices. We primarily sell our products through original equipment manufacturers, or OEMs, such as Lenovo; private-label resellers such as Targus Group International; resellers such as Ingram Micro Inc.; retailers such as RadioShack Corporation; and directly to end users through our iGo brand website, www.igo.com.
 
Our power products, marketed either under a private-label or our iGo brand, include our range of AC, DC, combination AC/DC, and battery-powered universal power adapters. Our combination AC/DC power adapters allow users to charge a variety of their mobile electronic devices from AC power sources located in a home, office or hotel room as well as DC power sources located in automobiles, planes and trains. Our battery-powered universal power adapters, such as the iGo powerXtendertm, allow users to charge a variety of their mobile electronic devices when they do not have access to an AC or DC power source. Each of these adapters utilizes our patented intelligent tip technology, which allows the use of a single power adapter with interchangeable tips to charge a variety of mobile electronic devices, including portable computers, mobile phones, MP3 players, smartphones, PDAs, portable gaming consoles and other handheld devices. When our power adapters are combined with a multiple output connector accessory, such as the iGo dualpower® or iGo power splitter, the user can also simultaneously charge multiple mobile electronic devices.
 
In May 2006 we acquired the foldable keyboard business of Think Outside, Inc. Our family of foldable keyboard products enhance the functionality of converged mobile devices by providing users with a portable, full-sized keyboard solution for rapid and user-friendly data input that folds into a compact size for easy storage. We believe that this product line represents a complementary business that will help us deepen our penetration of the mobile electronic device market.
 
We believe our competitive advantages include our extensive intellectual property portfolio, the innovative designs and multi-function capabilities of our products, and our OEM, private-label reseller and distribution relationships. For example, our family of power products is gaining wide market acceptance and represented a significant component of our revenue growth since 2003. We intend to continue developing and marketing innovative products and solutions for the mobile electronic device user.
 
Our Industry
 
Over the past two decades, technological advancements in the electronics industry have greatly expanded mobile device capabilities. Mobile electronic devices, many of which can be used for both business and personal purposes, include portable computers, mobile phones, smartphones, PDAs, handheld devices, digital cameras, camcorders, portable DVD players, MP3 players, and portable game consoles. The popularity of these devices is benefiting from reductions in size, weight and cost and improvements in functionality, storage capacity and reliability. In addition, advances in wireless connectivity technologies, such as Bluetooth® wireless technology and Wi-Fi, have enabled remote access to data networks and the Internet.
 
Increased functionality and the ability to access and manage information remotely are driving the proliferation of mobile electronic devices and applications. As the work force becomes more mobile and spends more time away from traditional work settings, users have sought out and become reliant on tools that provide management of critical information and access to wireless voice and data networks. Each of these mobile electronic devices needs to be powered and connected when in the home, the office, or on the road, and can be accessorized, representing an opportunity for one or more of our products.


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Market for Our Products.  Our products support mobile electronic devices in several market categories.
 
  •  Portable Computer Market.  According to IDC, a subsidiary of International Data Group, a technology media and research company, the worldwide market for portable computers is expected to grow at a compounded annual growth rate, or CAGR, of about 20.7% from approximately 65 million units in 2005 to about 138 million units in 2009. The U.S. market is expected to grow at a CAGR of about 22.5% from approximately 22 million units in 2005 to about 49 million units in 2009.
 
  •  Low Power Mobile Electronic Devices.  According to IDC, the worldwide market for low power mobile electronic devices, which includes mobile phones, converged mobile devices, portable digital assistants, or PDAs, portable compressed audio, digital cameras, camcorders, portable game consoles and portable DVD players, is expected to grow at a CAGR of about 8.1% from approximately 1.1 billion units in 2005 to about 1.5 billion units in 2009. The U.S. market is expected to grow at a CAGR of about 5.0% from approximately 234.6 million units in 2005 to about 285.6 million units in 2009.
 
  •  Handheld and Converged Mobile Device Market.  According to IDC, the worldwide market for handheld and converged mobile devices, which includes smartphones, PDAs, and other handheld devices with telephony and data capabilities, is expected to grow at a CAGR of about 33.5% from approximately 64.1 million units in 2005 to about 203.5 million units in 2009. The U.S. market for handheld and converged mobile devices is expected to grow at a CAGR of about 34.5% from approximately 7.8 million units in 2005 to about 25.6 million units in 2008.
 
Industry Challenges.  As mobile electronic devices gain widespread acceptance, users will continue to confront limitations on their use, driven by such things as battery life, charging flexibility, compatibility issues, data input challenges and performance requirements. Furthermore, as users seek to manage multiple devices in their daily routine, the limitations of any one of these functions will tend to be exacerbated.
 
  •  Power.  Mobile electronic device users, by definition, largely require the use of their devices while away from their home or office. Many mobile electronic devices offer designs and form factors that support portability and travel comfort; however, these mobile devices have limited battery life, which results in the need to frequently connect to a power source to operate the device or recharge the battery. A number of factors limit the efficient use and charging of these devices:
 
  •  Most power adapters are compatible with either AC-only power sources located in places such as a home, office or hotel room, or DC-only power sources such as those located in automobiles, planes, and trains;
 
  •  The majority of power adapters are model-specific requiring a mobile user to carry a dedicated power adapter for each device;
 
  •  Mobile electronic devices are generally packaged with only one power adapter, forcing many users to purchase additional power adapters for convenience and ease of use; and
 
  •  Mobile electronic device users tend to carry multiple devices and at times only one power source is available, such as an automobile’s cigarette lighter, limiting a user’s ability to recharge multiple devices.
 
Mobile electronic device users, who usually have limited available space in their briefcase or luggage, desire solutions that make their mobile experience more convenient. We believe this creates the need for universal power adapters that have the ability to simultaneously charge multiple mobile electronic devices.
 
  •  Converged Mobile Devices.  Converged mobile devices continue to face challenges with respect to the users’ ability to easily utilize all of the functionality of these devices given their small size. In particular, data entry and the ability to utilize key combinations and features are difficult because of the limited available keyboard space, which is further exacerbated by the market’s desire to further reduce the size, while simultaneously increasing the functionality, of converged mobile devices. We believe the need exists for solutions to address the difficulty that users have with easily accessing and utilizing the full functionality of their converged mobile devices.


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Our Solutions
 
We focus on providing a broad range of solutions that satisfy the overall needs of the mobile electronic device user. Our power and foldable keyboard solutions each address particular challenges as follows:
 
Power.  Our innovative power solutions eliminate the need for mobile electronic device users to carry multiple power adapters to operate and charge their devices. Our AC/DC combination power adapters work with any available power source, including the AC wall outlet in a home, office or hotel room, or the DC cigarette lighter plug in an automobile, airplane, or train. Our battery-powered universal power adapters allow users to charge a variety of their mobile electronic devices when they do not have access to an AC or DC power source. Our patented intelligent tip technology allows a user to carry a few lightweight interchangeable tips in combination with a single adapter to charge a variety of devices, including a substantial portion of the portable computers, mobile phones, smartphones, PDAs, and other mobile electronic devices currently in the market. Further, device users can simultaneously charge multiple devices by using a single adapter and our appropriate intelligent tips with our optional iGo dualpower or iGo power splitter accessories.
 
Foldable Keyboards.  Our sleek, foldable infrared and Bluetooth® keyboard products provide users with a full-sized, foldable keyboard for rapid and easy data entry and the ability to utilize key combinations and features when a converged mobile device is the user’s primary computing device. We believe that our foldable keyboard products enhance the functionality and overall user experience for converged mobile devices, while simultaneously meeting the users desire to reduce the overall weight and size of mobile electronic devices when traveling.
 
Our Strategy
 
We intend to capitalize on our current strategic position in the mobile electronic device market by continuing to introduce innovative high-technology products that suit the needs of a broad range of users in each of our major product areas. It is our goal to be a market leader in each of the product solution categories in which we will compete, and to offer mobile users unique, innovative solutions. Elements of our strategy include:
 
Continue To Develop Innovative Products.  We have a history of designing and developing highly differentiated products to serve the needs and enhance the experience of mobile electronic device users. We intend to continue to develop and market a broad range of highly differentiated products, like our family of power adapters and foldable keyboards, that address additional markets in which we choose to compete. We also intend to protect our intellectual property position in these markets by aggressively filing for additional patents on an ongoing basis and, as necessary, pursuing infringers of our intellectual property.
 
Establish iGo Tip Standard.  Our patented intelligent tip technology allows a user to carry a few lightweight interchangeable tips in combination with a single adapter to charge a variety of mobile electronic devices. Our strategy is to establish a standard based on this technology in combination with our proprietary tip architecture under the brand name “iGo.” We intend to recruit a broad base of mobile electronic device OEMs, wireless carriers, retailers, and distributors to proliferate this universal tip standard.
 
Broaden Distribution of iGo Branded Product.  We intend to develop relationships with a broader set of distributors who have strong relationships with retailers and wireless carriers to expand the market availability of our iGo branded products. We expect that these relationships will allow us to diversify our customer base, add stability and decrease our traditional reliance upon a limited number of original equipment manufacturers and private label resellers. We also expect that these relationships will significantly increase the availability and exposure of our products, particularly among large national and international retailers and wireless carriers.
 
Pursue Strategic Acquisitions.  We intend to continue to evaluate opportunities to acquire complementary businesses, technologies and products that address the mobile electronic device market. We also plan to pursue acquisitions that will enable us to more rapidly develop and bring to market advanced technology, to expand distribution capabilities and/or to penetrate other targeted markets or geographic locations and, where appropriate, to divest product lines that no longer fit with our strategy. For example, we sold handheld connectivity, and expansion and docking products throughout fiscal 2006. The handheld connectivity products


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consisted of charging cradles for handheld and converged mobile devices that allow users to have a direct connection to a network environment. In the first quarter of 2007, we sold, or entered into agreements to sell, substantially all of the assets of our handheld connectivity and expansion and docking businesses in three separate transactions. For more information relating to this product line and to these transactions, please refer to “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations — Results of Operations” and “— Recent Developments.”
 
Our Products
 
We provide a broad range of products designed to satisfy the power and functionality needs experienced by the mobile electronic device user while traveling, at home or in the office. Our products provide customers with solutions specifically in two aspects of mobile computing: versatile power sourcing and charging and increased converged mobile device functionality. The following is a description of our primary products by category, which are sold both under our iGo brand and the private-label brands of our OEM, private-label reseller, distribution and retail customers.
 
Power.  We offer a range of universal AC, DC, combination AC/DC and battery-powered adapters that are designed for use with portable computers, as well as a variety of other low power mobile electronic devices, including mobile phones, smartphones, PDAs, digital cameras, camcorders, MP3 players, and portable game consoles.
 
  •  Power Products for High-Power Mobile Electronic Devices.  Since inception, we have sold a variety of power products designed for use with portable computers. In early 2003, we introduced our first combination AC/DC universal power adapter, commonly referred to as Juice®, which is designed to power portable computers and works with any available power source, including the AC wall outlet in a home, office or hotel room, or the DC cigarette lighter plug in an automobile, airplane or train. In addition, we offer a range of DC-only power adapters, more commonly known as auto/air adapters, and a range of AC-only power adapters. This family of portable computer power adapters utilizes our patented intelligent and interchangeable tip technology which allows a single power adapter to plug into a substantial portion of the portable computers in the market. When our portable computer power adapters are combined with our optional iGo dualpower accessory, the user can simultaneously charge multiple mobile electronic devices, including mobile phones, smartphones, PDAs, digital cameras, camcorders, MP3 players, and portable game consoles, eliminating the need to carry multiple charging adapters. Sales of our portable computer power products represented approximately 60% of our total revenue for the year ended December 31, 2006 and 63% of our total revenue for each of the years ended December 31, 2005 and 2004.
 
  •  Power Products for Low-Power Mobile Electronic Devices.  During 2004, we introduced our first power adapters designed for use with mobile electronic products with power requirements lower than portable computers, such as mobile phones, smartphones, PDAs, digital cameras, camcorders, MP3 players, and portable game consoles. These products include a range of DC cigarette lighter adapters, mobile AC adapters, combination AC/DC adapters, and battery-powered adapters. This family of power adapters also utilizes our patented intelligent and interchangeable tip technology which allows a single power adapter to plug into a substantial portion of mobile electronic devices other than portable computers. When combined with our optional iGo dualpower or iGo power splitter accessories, the user of these power adapters can simultaneously charge multiple mobile electronic devices. Sales of these power adapters represented approximately 16%, 12% and 7% of our total revenue for the years ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004, respectively.
 
Foldable Keyboards.  In May 2006 we acquired the foldable keyboard business of Think Outside, Inc. These infrared and Bluetooth foldable keyboard products enhance the functionality of converged mobile devices by providing users with a portable, full-sized keyboard solution for rapid and user-friendly data input that folds into a compact size for easy storage. Sales of these foldable keyboard products represented approximately 2% of our total revenue for the year ended December 31, 2006.
 
Accessories.  We also market a number of mobile device accessories such as monitor stands, mobile phone accessories and portable computer stands. Sales of accessories and other products represented approximately 2%, 3%, and 5% of our total revenue for the years ended December 31, 2006, 2005, and 2004, respectively.


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Sales and Marketing
 
We market and sell our products on a worldwide basis to OEMs, private-label resellers, distributors, resellers, retailers and direct to end users through our iGo website. Our OEM and private-label reseller sales organization is primarily aligned along our core distribution channels and geographies throughout North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. During 2006, approximately 62% of our sales were through OEMs and private label resellers, and approximately 31% of our sales were through retailers and distributors.
 
Our total global revenue consisted of the following regional results: North American sales of $77.7 million, or 84% of our consolidated revenue; Asia Pacific sales of $8.9 million, or 10% of our consolidated revenue; and European sales of $5.7 million, or 6% of our consolidated revenue. For additional information regarding revenue, operating results and assets by business segment, see Note 19 to the Consolidated Financial Statements contained in Part II, Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K.
 
We implement a variety of marketing activities to market our family of products. Such activities include newspaper and radio advertising, participation in major trade shows, key OEM and distribution catalogs, distribution promotions, reseller and information technology manager advertising, on-line advertising and banner ads, direct mail and bundle advertisements with OEMs and distribution channel partners. In addition, we pursue a public relations program to educate the market regarding our products.
 
Customers
 
We sell to OEMs, private-label resellers, distributors, resellers, retailers and directly to end users through our iGo website. Our largest customers for 2006 included:
 
     
OEM/Private Label Resellers
  Retailers/Distributors
 
Dell
  Brookstone
Lenovo
  Ingram Micro
Targus
  Intertan
    RadioShack
 
As a group, the OEMs/Private Label Resellers and Retailers/Distributors listed in the table above accounted for 51% and 24%, respectively, of revenue for the year ended December 31, 2006, compared to 45% and 23% for the year ended December 31, 2005. Our distributors sell a wide range of our products to value-added resellers, system integrators, cataloguers, major retail outlets and certain OEM fulfillment outlets worldwide.
 
Targus, which is a private-label reseller of accessories for mobile electronic devices, accounted for 25% of our revenue for the year ended December 31, 2006. RadioShack, a retailer of consumer electronic devices, accounted for 17% of our revenue for the year ended December 31, 2006. Dell, which is an OEM of mobile computers and other mobile electronic devices, accounted for 17% of our revenue for the year ended December 31, 2006. We do not expect to receive additional orders for our power products from Dell beyond the first quarter of 2007, as Dell has selected a different sourcing solution. The loss of any one or more of Targus, RadioShack or any of our remaining other major customers would likely have a material adverse effect on our business. No customer other than Targus, RadioShack or Dell accounted for greater than 10% of sales for the year ended December 31, 2006.
 
For our private-label reseller, distribution, and retail customers, we build product and maintain inventory at various third-party warehouses that are under our control until these customers place, and we fulfill, purchase orders for this product. For OEM customers, we build product and maintain inventory at various third-party warehouses controlled by our OEM customers. We retain ownership of this inventory until our OEM customers withdraw these products from our inventory for sale to their customers.
 
As is generally the practice in our industry, a portion of our sales to distributors and retailers is generally under terms that provide for stock balancing return privileges and price protection. Accordingly, we make a provision for estimated sales returns and other allowances related to those sales. Returns, which are netted against our reported revenue, were approximately 1% of revenue for the years ended December 31, 2006 and 2005. Also, as is generally the practice in our industry, our OEM and private-label reseller customers only have return rights in the event that our product is defective. Accordingly, we make a provision for estimated defective product warranty claims for


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these customers. Defective product warranty claims were less than 1% of revenue for the years ended December 31, 2006 and 2005.
 
Backlog
 
Our backlog at February 28, 2007 was approximately $6.8 million, compared with backlog of approximately $9.8 million at February 22, 2006. Backlog includes orders confirmed with a purchase order for products scheduled to be shipped within 90 days to customers with approved credit status. Because of the generally short cycle between order and shipment and occasional customer changes in delivery schedules or cancellation of orders (which are made without significant penalty), we do not believe that our backlog, as of any particular date, is necessarily indicative of actual net sales for any future period.
 
Research and Development
 
Our research and development efforts focus primarily on enhancing our current products and developing innovative new products to address a variety of mobile electronic device needs and requirements. We work with customers, prospective customers and outsource partners to identify and implement new solutions intended to meet the current and future needs of the markets we serve.
 
As of December 31, 2006, our research and development group consisted of 56 people who are responsible for hardware and software design, test and quality assurance. Electrical design services are provided to us by several of our outsource partners under the supervision of our in-house research and development group. Amounts spent on research and development for the years ended December 31, 2006, 2005, and 2004 were $7.8 million, $6.6 million, and $4.9 million, respectively.
 
Manufacturing and Logistics
 
In order to manufacture our products cost-effectively, we have implemented a strategy to outsource substantially all of the manufacturing services for our products. Our internal activities are focused on design, low-volume manufacturing and quality testing and our outsourced manufacturing providers are focused on high-volume manufacturing and logistics.
 
We currently have relationships for the manufacture of our family of universal power products with Hipro Electronics Co., Ltd., Tandy RadioShack Ltd., Phihong Technology Co., Ltd., Lite-On Technology Corporation, and Ever Win International Corp. Hipro, Phihong and Lite-On are based in Taiwan, Tandy RadioShack is based in China, and Ever Win is based in California. In addition to providing manufacturing services, a number of these companies also provide us with some level of design and development services. We currently have a relationship with Chicony Electronics Co., Ltd, which is based in Taiwan, for the manufacture of our foldable keyboard products. Throughout 2006, we also had a relationship with Western Electronics in Boise, Idaho for the manufacture of our handheld connectivity products. In addition, throughout 2006, we focused our internal manufacturing activity on our expansion products, which are low-volume products that require custom engineering support.
 
We purchase the principal components of our products from outside vendors. The terms of supply contracts are negotiated by us or our manufacturing partners with each vendor. We believe that our present vendors have sufficient capacity to meet our supply requirements and that alternative production sources for most components are generally available without interruption, however, several vendors are sole sourced.
 
The majority of our OEM and private-label products are shipped by our outsource manufacturers to our OEM and private-label reseller customers or their fulfillment hubs. We employ the services of an outsource logistics company to efficiently manage the packaging and shipment of our iGo branded products to our various distribution channels.
 
Competition
 
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product enhancement, breadth of integrated product line, product design, functionality and features, product quality, performance, ease-of-use, support and price.
 
Although we believe that our products compete favorably with respect to such factors, there can be no assurance that we can maintain our competitive position against current or potential competitors, especially those with greater financial, marketing, service, support, technical or other competitive resources. However, we believe that our innovative products, coupled with our strategic relationships with key OEMs, private-label resellers, distributors, resellers and retailers provide us with a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
 
Our power products primarily compete with products offered by low-cost manufacturers of model-specific adapters and specialized third party mobile computing accessory companies, including American Power Conversion, Belkin, Comarco, Lind, and RRC Power Solutions. In addition, we compete with the internal design efforts of our OEM and non-OEM customers. Our foldable keyboard products primarily compete with keyboard products manufactured and distributed by Freedom Input Ltd.
 
Proprietary Rights
 
We seek to establish and maintain our proprietary rights in our technology and products through the use of patents, copyrights, trademarks, and trade secret laws. We have a program to file applications for and obtain patents, copyrights, and trademarks in the United States and in selected foreign countries where we believe filing for such protection is appropriate. We also seek to maintain our trade secrets and confidential information by nondisclosure policies and through the use of appropriate confidentiality agreements. As of March 12, 2007, we held approximately 220 patents and patents pending worldwide relating to our power and foldable keyboard technology. There can be no assurance, however, that the rights we have obtained can be successfully enforced against infringing products in every jurisdiction. Although we believe the protection afforded by our patents, copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets has value, the rapidly changing technology in our industry and uncertainties in the legal process make our future success dependent primarily on the innovative skills, technological expertise, and management abilities of our employees rather than on the protection afforded by patent, copyright, trademark, and trade secret laws.
 
Some of our products are also designed to include software or other intellectual property licensed from third parties. While it may be necessary in the future to seek or renew licenses relating to various aspects of our products, we believe, based upon past experience and standard industry practice, that such licenses generally could be obtained on commercially reasonable terms. Nonetheless, there can be no assurance that the necessary licenses would be available on acceptable terms, if at all. Our inability to obtain certain licenses or other rights or to obtain such licenses or rights on favorable terms, or the need to engage in litigation regarding these matters, could have a material adverse effect on our business, operating results, and financial condition. Moreover, inclusion in our products of software or other intellectual property licensed from third parties on a nonexclusive basis can limit our ability to protect our proprietary rights in our products.
 
There can be no assurance that our patents and other proprietary rights will not be challenged, invalidated, or circumvented; that others will not assert intellectual property rights to technologies that are relevant to us; or that our rights will give us a competitive advantage. In addition, the laws of some foreign countries may not protect our proprietary rights to the same extent as the laws of the United States.
 
Employees
 
As of December 31, 2006, we had 163 full-time employees, 142 located in the United States, 19 located in Asia and 2 located in Europe, including 38 employed in operations, 56 in engineering, 43 in sales and marketing and 26 in administration. We engage temporary employees from time to time to augment our full time employees, generally in operations. None of our employees are covered by a collective bargaining agreement. We believe we have good relationships with our employees.


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Available Information
 
We file annual, quarterly and current reports, proxy statements and other information with the Securities and Exchange Commission. You may read and copy any document we file with the SEC at the SEC’s public reference room at 100 F Street, NE, Room 1580, Washington, D.C. 20549. Please call the SEC at 1-800-SEC-0330 for information on the public reference room. He SEC maintains an internet website that contains annual, quarterly and current reports, proxy statements and other information that issuers (including Mobility) file electronically with the SEC. The SEC’s website is www.sec.gov.
 
Our website is www.mobilityelectronics.com. Through a link on the Investor Relations section of our website, we make available the following filings as soon as reasonably practicable after they are electronically filed with or furnished to the SEC: our Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, Current Reports on Form 8-K, and any amendments to those reports filed or furnished pursuant to Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. All such filings are available free of charge. Information on our website is not incorporated by reference into this Form 10-K and should not be considered part of this report or any other filing we make with the SEC.
 
Item 1A.   Risk Factors
 
This section highlights specific risks that could affect us and our business. You should carefully consider each of the following risks and all of the other information set forth in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Based on the information currently known to us, we believe that the following information identifies the most significant risk factors affecting us. However, the risks and uncertainties that we face are not limited to those described below. Additional risks and uncertainties not presently known to us or that we currently believe to be immaterial may also adversely affect our business.
 
If any of the following risks and uncertainties develops into actual events or the circumstances described in the risks and uncertainties occur, these events or circumstances could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition or results of operations. These events could also have a negative effect on the trading price of our securities.
 
Risks Related To Our Business
 
If our revenue is not sufficient to absorb our expenses, we will not be profitable in the future.
 
We have experienced significant operating losses since inception and, as of December 31, 2006, have an accumulated deficit of $119 million. We intend to make expenditures on an ongoing basis to support our operations, primarily from cash generated from operations and possibly, if available, from lines of credit, as we develop and introduce new products and expand into new markets. If we do not achieve revenue growth sufficient to absorb our planned expenses, we will experience additional losses in future periods. In addition, there can be no assurance that we will achieve or sustain profitability.
 
Our future success is dependent on market acceptance of our power products, particularly in light of the recent divestiture of our connectivity business. If acceptance of our power products does not continue to grow, we will not be able to increase or sustain our revenue, and our business will be severely harmed. If we do not achieve widespread market acceptance of our power products and technology, we may not maintain our existing revenue or achieve anticipated revenue. For example, we currently derive a material portion of our revenue from the sale of our power adapter products. These universal power adapters represent a relatively new product category in the mobile electronics industry. We anticipate that a material portion of our revenue in the foreseeable future will be derived from our family of universal power products and similar power products in this relatively new market category that we are currently developing or plan to develop. We can give no assurance that this market category will develop sufficiently to cover our expenses and costs or that we will be able to develop similar power products. Moreover, our power products may not achieve widespread market acceptance if:
 
  •  we fail to complete development of these products in a timely manner;
 
  •  we fail to achieve the performance criteria required of these products by our customers; or
 
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In addition, the retail version of our universal power adapter products includes a feature that allows a single version of these products to be used with almost any mobile electronic device. If mobile electronic device manufacturers choose to design and manufacture their products in such a way as to limit the use of universal devices with their devices, it could reduce the applicability of a universal power adapter product and limit market acceptance of our power products at the retail level.
 
Our operating results are subject to significant fluctuations, and if our results are worse than expected, our stock price could fall.
 
Our operating results have fluctuated in the past, and may continue to fluctuate in the future. It is likely that in some future quarter or quarters our operating results will be below the expectations of securities analysts and investors. If this happens, the market price for our common stock may decline significantly. The factors that may cause our operating results to fall short of expectations include:
 
  •  the timing of our new product and technology introductions and product enhancements relative to our competitors or changes in our or our competitors’ pricing policies;
 
  •  market acceptance of our products;
 
  •  the size and timing of customer orders;
 
  •  our ability to effectively manage inventory levels;
 
  •  delay or failure to fulfill orders for our products on a timely basis;
 
  •  distribution of or changes in our revenue among OEMs, private-label resellers, distribution partners, and retailers;
 
  •  our inability to accurately forecast our contract manufacturing needs;
 
  •  difficulties with new product production implementation or supply chain;
 
  •  our suppliers’ ability to perform under their contracts with us;
 
  •  product defects and other product quality problems which may result from the development of new products;
 
  •  the degree and rate of growth of the markets in which we compete and the accompanying demand for our products;
 
  •  our ability to expand our internal and external sales forces and build the required infrastructure to meet anticipated growth; and
 
  •  seasonality of sales.
 
Many of these factors are beyond our control. For these reasons, you should not rely on period-to-period comparisons and short-term fluctuations of our financial results to forecast our future long-term performance.
 
Acquisitions could have negative consequences, which could harm our business.
 
We have acquired, and intend to continue to pursue opportunities to acquire businesses, products or technologies that complement or expand our current capabilities. For example, we acquired substantially all of the assets of Think Outside, Inc., a developer and marketer of foldable keyboards and other accessories for mobile handheld devices. Additional acquisitions could require significant capital infusions and could involve many risks including, but not limited to, the following:
 
  •  difficulty integrating the acquired company’s personnel, products, product roadmaps, technologies, systems, processes, and operations, including product delivery, order management, and information systems;
 
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  •  diversion of management’s attention and disruption of ongoing business;
 
  •  difficulty in combining product and technology offerings and entering into new markets or geographical areas in which we have no or limited direct experience and where our competitors may have stronger market positions;
 
  •  loss of management, sales, technical, or other key personnel;
 
  •  revenue from the acquired companies not meeting our expectations, and the potential loss of the acquired companies’ customers, distributors, resellers, suppliers, or other partners;
 
  •  delays or difficulties and the attendant expense in evaluating, coordinating, and combining administrative, manufacturing, research and development and other operations, facilities, and relationships with third parties in accordance with local laws and other obligations while maintaining adequate standards, controls and procedures, including financial controls and controls over information systems;
 
  •  difficulty in completing projects associated with acquired in-process research and development;
 
  •  incurring amortization expense related to intangible assets and recording goodwill and non-amortizable assets that will be subject to impairment testing and possible impairment charges;
 
  •  dilution of existing stockholders as a result of issuing equity securities, including the assumption of any stock options or other equity awards issued by the acquired company;
 
  •  overpayment for any acquisition or investment or unanticipated costs or liabilities;
 
  •  assumption of liabilities of the acquired company, including any potential intellectual property infringement claims or other litigation; and
 
  •  incurring substantial write-offs, restructuring charges, and transactional expenses.
 
Our failure to manage these risks and challenges could materially harm our business, financial condition, and results of operations. Further, if we do not successfully address these challenges in a timely manner, we may not fully realize all of the anticipated benefits or synergies on which the value of a transaction was based. Future transactions could cause our financial results to differ from expectations of market analysts or investors for any given quarter, which could, in turn, cause a decline in our stock price.
 
We may not be able to secure additional financing to meet our future capital needs.
 
We may, in the future, expend significant capital to further develop our products, increase awareness of our brand names, expand our operating and management infrastructure, and pursue opportunities to acquire businesses, products or technologies that complement or expand our current capabilities. We may also use capital more rapidly than currently anticipated. Additionally, we may incur higher operating expenses and generate lower revenue than currently expected, and we may be required to depend on external financing to satisfy our operating and capital needs. We may be unable to secure financing on terms acceptable to us, or at all, at the time when we need such funding. If we do raise funds by issuing additional equity or convertible debt securities, the ownership percentages of existing stockholders would be reduced, and the securities that we issue may have rights, preferences or privileges senior to those of the holders of our common stock or may be issued at a discount to the market price of our common stock which would result in dilution to our existing stockholders. If we raise additional funds by issuing debt, we may be subject to debt covenants, such as the debt covenants under our secured credit facility, which could place limitations on our operations including our ability to declare and pay dividends. Our inability to raise additional funds on a timely basis would make it difficult for us to achieve our business objectives and would have a negative impact on our business, financial condition and results of operations.
 
If we fail to protect our intellectual property, our business and ability to compete could suffer.
 
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pending, there can be no assurance that patents pending or future patent applications will be issued or that, if issued, those patents will not be challenged, invalidated or circumvented or that rights granted thereunder will provide meaningful protection or other commercial advantage to us. Moreover, there can be no assurance that any patent rights will be upheld in the future or that we will be able to preserve any of our other intellectual property rights.
 
We typically enter into confidentiality, noncompete or invention assignment agreements with our key employees, distributors, customers and potential customers, and limit access to, and distribution of, our product design documentation and other proprietary information. There can be no assurance that our confidentiality agreements, confidentiality procedures, noncompetition agreements or other factors will be adequate to deter misappropriation or independent third-party development of our technology or to prevent an unauthorized third party from obtaining or using information that we regard as proprietary. We have aggressively pursued the protection of our intellectual property rights, including our recently settled patent infringement lawsuit against Formosa Electronics, Co. Ltd. in the Eastern District of Texas. Litigation efforts such as these have been, and will in the future be, necessary to defend our intellectual property rights, both for our power and expansion technology, and will likely result in substantial cost to, and divisions of efforts by, us.
 
We may be subject to intellectual property infringement claims that are costly to defend and could limit our ability to use certain technologies in the future.
 
The laws of some foreign countries do not protect or enforce proprietary rights to the same extent as do the laws of the United States. In addition, under current law, certain patent applications filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office before November 29, 2000 may be maintained in secrecy until a patent is issued. Patent applications filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office on or after November 29, 2000, as well as patent applications filed in foreign countries, may be published some time after filing but prior to issuance. The right to a patent in the United States is attributable to the first to invent, not the first to file a patent application. We cannot be sure that our products or technologies do not infringe patents that may be granted in the future pursuant to pending patent applications or that our products do not infringe any patents or proprietary rights of third parties. In the event that any relevant claims of third-party patents are upheld as valid and enforceable, we could be prevented from selling our products or could be required to obtain licenses from the owners of such patents or be required to redesign our products to avoid infringement. There can be no assurance that such licenses would be available or, if available, would be on terms acceptable to us or that we would be successful in any attempts to redesign our products or processes to avoid infringement. Our failure to obtain these licenses or to redesign our products would have a material adverse effect on our business.
 
There can be no assurance that our competitors will not independently develop technology similar to existing proprietary rights of others. We expect that our products will increasingly be subject to infringement claims as the number of products and competitors in our industry segment grows and the functionality of products in different industry segments overlaps. There can be no assurance that third parties will not assert infringement claims against us in the future or, if infringement claims are asserted, that such claims will be resolved in our favor. Any such claims, with or without merit, could be time-consuming, result in costly litigation, cause product shipment delays or require us to enter into royalty or licensing agreements. Such royalty or licensing agreements, if required, may not be available on terms favorable to us, if at all. In addition, litigation may be necessary in the future to protect our trade secrets or other intellectual property rights, or to determine the validity and scope of the proprietary rights of others. Such litigation could result in substantial costs and diversion of resources. For example, in 2003 we settled a patent infringement lawsuit with Comarco, Inc. and in 2006 we settled a patent infringement lawsuit with Formosa Electronics Co. Ltd. We incurred significant costs in these lawsuits and many of our executive officers and employees devoted substantial time and effort to these lawsuits.
 
If we are unable to hire additional qualified personnel as necessary or if we lose key personnel, we may not be able to successfully manage our business or achieve our objectives.
 
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including larger, more established companies with significantly greater financial resources. There can be no assurance we will be successful in identifying, attracting and retaining personnel.
 
Our success also depends to a significant degree upon the continued contributions of our key executives, management, engineering, sales and marketing, finance and manufacturing personnel, many of whom would be difficult to replace. We do not maintain key person life insurance on any of our executive officers. The loss of the services of any of our key personnel, the inability to identify, attract or retain qualified personnel in the future or delays in hiring required personnel could make it difficult for us to manage our business and meet key objectives, such as timely product introductions.
 
If we fail to continue to introduce new products and product enhancements that achieve broad market acceptance on a timely basis, we will not be able to compete effectively, and we will be unable to increase or maintain our revenue.
 
The market for our products is highly competitive and in general is characterized by rapid technological advances, changing customer needs and evolving industry standards. If we fail to continue to introduce new products and product enhancements that achieve broad market acceptance on a timely basis, we will not be able to compete effectively, and we will be unable to increase or maintain our revenue. Our future success will depend in large part upon our ability to:
 
  •  develop, in a timely manner, new products and services that keep pace with developments in technology and customer requirements;
 
  •  meet potentially new manufacturing requirements and cover potentially higher manufacturing costs of new products;
 
  •  deliver new products and services through appropriate distribution channels; and
 
  •  respond effectively to new product announcements by our competitors by quickly introducing competing products.
 
We may not be successful in developing and marketing, on a timely and cost-effective basis, either enhancements to existing products or new products that respond to technological advances and satisfy increasingly sophisticated customer needs. If we fail to introduce or sell innovative new products, our operating results may suffer. In addition, if new industry standards emerge that we do not anticipate or adapt to, our products could be rendered obsolete and our business could be materially harmed. Alternatively, any delay in the development of technology upon which our products are based could result in our inability to introduce new products as planned. The success and marketability of technology and products developed by others is beyond our control.
 
We have experienced delays in releasing new products in the past, which resulted in lower quarterly revenue than expected. For example, the introduction in early 2003 of our AC/DC power combination product, Juice, was delayed approximately 13 weeks due to necessary modifications required to meet safety certification and production start up requirements. Further, our efforts to develop new and similar products could be delayed due to unanticipated manufacturing requirements and costs. Delays in product development and introduction could result in:
 
  •  loss of or delay in revenue and loss of market share;
 
  •  negative publicity and damage to our reputation and brand;
 
  •  decline in the average selling price of our products and decline in our overall gross margins; and
 
  •  adverse reactions in our sales and distribution channels.
 
The average selling prices of our products may decrease over their sales cycles, especially upon the introduction of new products, which may negatively affect our gross margins.
 
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substantially. In order to sell products that have a falling average selling price and maintain margins at the same time, we need to continually reduce product and manufacturing costs. To manage manufacturing costs, we must collaborate with our third-party manufacturers to engineer the most cost-effective design for our products. There can be no assurances we will be successful in our efforts to reduce these costs. In order to do so, we must carefully manage the price paid for components used in our products as well as manage our freight and inventory costs to reduce overall product costs. If we are unable to reduce the cost of older products as newer products are introduced, our average gross margins may decline.
 
We depend on large purchases from a small number of significant customers, and any loss, cancellation or delay in purchases by these customers could cause a shortfall in revenue, excess inventory and inventory holding or obsolescence charges.
 
We have historically derived a substantial portion of our revenue from a relatively small number of customers. Our five largest customers comprised 73% of our revenue for the year ended December 31, 2006. These customers typically do not have minimum purchase requirements and can stop purchasing our products at any time or with very short notice. In addition, most customer agreements are short term and non-exclusive and provide for purchases on a purchase order basis. We expect that a small number of customers will continue to represent a substantial percentage of our sales.
 
For example, Targus, RadioShack and Dell accounted for 25%, 17% and 17% of our revenue, respectively, for the year ended December 31, 2006. We do not expect to receive additional orders for our power products from Dell beyond the first quarter of 2007 and, in the event Targus, RadioShack or any of our other major customers reduce, delay or cancel orders with us, and we are not able to sell our products to new customers at comparable levels, our revenue could decline significantly and could result in excess inventory and inventory holding or obsolescence charges. In addition, any difficulty in collecting amounts due from one or more key customers would negatively impact our result of operations.
 
Our success depends in part upon sales to OEMs, whose unpredictable demands and requirements may subject us to potential adverse revenue fluctuations.
 
Notwithstanding the loss of Dell as one of our major customers, we expect that we will continue to be dependent upon a limited number of OEMs for a significant portion of our revenue in future periods. No OEM is presently obligated either to purchase a specified amount of products or to provide us with binding forecasts of product purchases for any period. Our products are typically one of many related products used by portable computer users. Demand for our products is therefore subject to many risks beyond our control, including, among others:
 
  •  competition faced by our OEM customers in their particular end markets;
 
  •  market acceptance of our technology and products by our OEM customers;
 
  •  technical challenges which may or may not be related to the components supplied by us;
 
  •  the technical, sales and marketing and management capabilities of our OEM customers; and
 
  •  the financial and other resources of our OEM customers.
 
We do not expect to receive additional orders for our power products from Dell beyond the first quarter of 2007 and the reduction, delay or cancellation of orders from our other significant OEM customers, or the discontinuance of the use of our products by our end users, may subject us to potential adverse revenue fluctuations.
 
Our success is dependent in part upon our relationships with a limited number of strategic private-label resellers.
 
We have entered into relationships with a small number of customers sell our power products on a private-label basis. Our relationships with strategic private-label resellers, particularly Targus, are critical to our success and the failure of these private-label resellers to purchase, and successfully market and distribute our products will limit our success and the market acceptance of our relatively new family of universal power adapters. For example, during


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2004, one of our former private-label reseller partners decided to distribute products manufactured by a competitor in addition to our family of power products. This private-label reseller subsequently discontinued its sales of our family of power products. In the event other private-label resellers discontinue the sale of our power products or are unsuccessful in marketing and distributing our products, our revenue will suffer which could have a negative impact on the price of our common stock.
 
In addition, under the terms of our agreement with Targus, our direct access to certain U.S. markets has been limited for the sale of our power products for use with high-power mobile electronic devices, and the agreement also provides that we may not enter into any more than two broad-based, private-label distribution agreements. Accordingly, our success will depend in part upon Targus’ ability and willingness to effectively and widely distribute and market our products. For example, because the Targus distribution chain includes large retailers such as Best Buy, we are limited in our ability to distribute our high-power products to retailers such as this directly. If Targus does not purchase the volume of products that we anticipate, our results of operations will suffer.
 
Success of our relationship with private-label resellers, such as Targus, will also depend in part upon their success in marketing and selling our products on a private-label basis outside of the United States. The international sales by our private-label resellers are subject to a number of risks that could limit sales of our products. These risks include:
 
  •  the impact of possible recessionary environments in foreign economies;
 
  •  political and economic instability;
 
  •  unexpected changes in regulatory requirements;
 
  •  export restriction and availability of export licenses; and
 
  •  tariffs and other trade barriers.
 
We will need to expand sales through distributors and resellers in order to develop our business and increase revenue.
 
We expect to rely increasingly on distributors and resellers for the distribution and sale of our products. Our strategy contemplates the expansion of our distributor and reseller network both domestically and internationally, and an increase in the number of customers purchasing our products through these expanded channels. Our future success will depend in part on our ability to attract, train, and motivate new distributors and resellers and expand our relationships with current distributors and resellers. We may not be successful in expanding our distributor and reseller relationships. We will be required to invest significant additional resources in order to expand these relationships, and the cost of this investment may exceed the margins generated from this investment. Conducting business through indirect sales channels presents a number of risks, including:
 
  •  difficulties in replacing any lost or terminated distributors or resellers;
 
  •  existing or new distributors and resellers may not be able to effectively sell our current or future products;
 
  •  potential distributors and resellers deciding not to enter into relationships with us because of our existing relationships with other distributors and resellers with which they compete;
 
  •  our ability to provide proper training and technical support to our distributors and resellers;
 
  •  distributors and resellers electing to place greater emphasis on products offered by our competitors; and
 
  •  the lack of direct control over the business practices, marketing, sales and services offered by distributors and resellers.
 
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In addition, distributors and resellers of our products often have rights of return, and in the future, these returns from our existing or any new distributors and resellers may have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, and results of operations. Distributors and resellers are not obligated to purchase products from us and frequently offer products from several different companies, including competitors’ products, and distributors and resellers may give higher priority to the sale of our competitors’ products. A reduction in sales efforts or efficiency by our distributors or resellers could lead to a reduction in our sales and could materially adversely affect our business, financial condition, and results of operations.
 
Increased reliance upon distributors and resellers for the sale of our products will subject us to additional risks, and the failure to adequately manage these risks could have a material adverse impact on our operating results.
 
The inability to accurately forecast the timing and volume of orders for sales of products to resellers and distributors during any given quarter could adversely affect operating results for such quarter and, potentially, for future periods. For example, if we underestimate sales, we will not be able to fill orders on a timely basis, which could cause customer dissatisfaction and loss of future business. Conversely, if we overestimate sales, we will experience increased costs from inventory storage, waste, and obsolescence.
 
The loss of one or more large reseller and distributor customers would materially harm our business. While we currently have a limited number of reseller and distributor agreements, none of these customers are obligated to purchase products from us. Consequently, any reseller or distributor could cease doing business with us at any time. Our dependence upon a few resellers and distributors could result in a significant concentration of credit risk, thus a substantial portion of our trade receivables outstanding from time to time may be concentrated among a limited number of customers.
 
In addition, many of these customers also have or distribute competing products. If resellers and distributors elect to increase the marketing of competing products or reduce the marketing of our products, our ability to grow our business will be negatively impacted and will impair our revenue.
 
Additional risks associated with our reseller and distributor business include the following:
 
  •  the termination of reseller and distributor agreements or reduced or delayed orders;
 
  •  difficulty in predicting sales to reseller and distributors who do not have long-term commitments to purchase from us, which requires us to maintain sufficient inventory levels to satisfy anticipated demand;
 
  •  lack of visibility of end user customers and revenue recognition and channel inventory issues related to sales by resellers and distributors;
 
  •  resellers and distributors electing to resell, or increase their marketing of, competing products or technologies or reduced marketing of our products; and
 
  •  changes in corporate ownership, financial condition, business direction, or sales compensation related to our products, or product mix by the resellers and distributors.
 
Any of these risks could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, and results of operations.
 
We outsource the manufacturing and fulfillment of our products, which limits our control of the manufacturing process and may cause a delay in our ability to fill orders.
 
Most of our products are produced under contract manufacturing arrangements with several manufacturers in China, Taiwan and the United States. Our reliance on third party manufacturers exposes us to risks, which are not in our control, and our revenue could be negatively impacted. Any termination of or significant disruption in our relationship with our manufacturers may prevent us from filling customer orders in a timely manner, as we generally do not maintain large inventories of our products, and will negatively impact our revenue.
 
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compliance with our specifications and delivery schedules. Moreover, although arrangements with such manufacturers may contain provisions for warranty obligations on the part of contract manufacturers, we remain primarily responsible to our customers for warranty obligations. Disruption in supply, a significant increase in the cost of the assembly of our products, failure of a contract manufacturer to remain competitive in price, the failure of a contract manufacturer to comply with any of our procurement needs or the financial failure or bankruptcy of a contract manufacturer could delay or interrupt our ability to manufacture or deliver our products to customers on a timely basis.
 
We have committed, for example, to manufacture various high-power adapter products, such as our Juice product, with Hipro Electronics Company, Ltd., subject to our cost, delivery, quality and other requirements. In addition, Hipro manufactures our products on a purchase order basis and does not dedicate manufacturing capacity to us. Any disruption in our relationship with Hipro and/or the inability of Hipro to meet our manufacturing needs for our Juice or other high-power adapter products could harm our business. In order to replace Hipro we would have to identify and qualify an alternative supplier. This process could take several months to complete and would significantly impair our ability to fulfill customer orders. Similarly, we may encounter these same issues with respect to other products manufactured for us by Tandy RadioShack, Phihong and others.
 
We generally provide our third-party contract manufacturers with a rolling forecast of demand which they use to determine our material and component requirements. Lead times for ordering materials and components vary significantly and depend on various factors, such as the specific supplier, contract terms and demand and supply for a component at a given time. Some of our components have long lead times. For example, certain electronic components used in our Juice product have lead times that range from six to ten weeks. If our forecasts are less than our actual requirements, our contract manufacturers may be unable to manufacture products in a timely manner. If our forecasts are too high, our contract manufacturers will be unable to use the components they have purchased on our behalf, which may require us to purchase the components from them before they are used in the manufacture of our products.
 
We rely on contract fulfillment providers to warehouse our iGo branded finished goods inventory and to ship our iGo branded products to our customers. We do not have long-term contracts with our fulfillment providers. Any termination of or significant disruption in our relationship with our fulfillment providers may prevent customer orders from being fulfilled in a timely manner, as it would require that we relocate our finished goods inventory to another warehouse facility and arrange for shipment of products to our customers.
 
Our reliance on sole sources for key components may inhibit our ability to meet customer demand.
 
The principal components of our products are purchased from outside vendors. Several of these vendors are the sole source of supply of the components that they supply. We do not have long term supply agreements with the manufacturers of these components or with our contract manufacturers. We obtain both components and products under purchase orders.
 
We depend upon our suppliers to deliver components that are free from defects, competitive in functionality and cost and in compliance with our specifications and delivery schedules. Disruption in supply, a significant increase in the cost of one or more components, failure of a supplier to remain competitive in functionality or price, the failure of a supplier to comply with any of our procurement needs or the financial failure or bankruptcy of a supplier could delay or interrupt our ability to manufacture or deliver our products to customers on a timely basis.
 
Any termination of or significant disruption in our relationship with our suppliers may prevent us from filling customer orders in a timely manner as we generally do not maintain large inventories of components or products. In the event that a termination or disruption were to occur, we would have to find and qualify an alternative source. The time it would take to complete this process would vary based upon the size of the supplier base and the complexity of the component or product. Delays could range from as little as a few days to six months, and, in some cases, a suitable alternative may not be available at all.


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We may not be able to adequately manage our anticipated growth, which could impair our efficiency and negatively impact operations.
 
Our success depends on our ability to manage growth effectively. If we do not effectively manage this growth, we may not be able to operate efficiently or maintain the quality of our products. Either outcome could materially and adversely affect our operating results. As we continue to develop new products and bring them to market, we will be required to manage multiple projects, including the design and development of products and their transition to high volume manufacturing. This will place a significant strain on our operational, financial and managerial resources and personnel, our management information systems, and our operational and financial controls. To effectively manage our growth we must:
 
  •  increase research and development resources;
 
  •  install and implement adequate controls and management information systems in an effective, efficient and timely manner;
 
  •  increase the managerial skills of our supervisors;
 
  •  maintain and strengthen our relationships with our contract manufacturers and fulfillment providers; and
 
  •  more effectively manage our supply chain.
 
Our inventory management is complex and failure to properly manage inventory growth may result in excess or obsolete inventory, the write-down of which may negatively affect our operating results.
 
Our inventory management is complex as we are required to balance the need to maintain strategic inventory levels to ensure competitive lead times against the risk of inventory overstock and obsolescence because of rapidly changing technology and customer requirements. In addition, the need to carefully manage our inventory is likely to increase as we expect to acquire additional customers who will likely require us to maintain certain minimum levels of inventory on their behalf, as well as provide them with inventory return privileges. Our customers may also increase orders during periods of product shortages, cancel orders if their inventory is too high, or delay orders in anticipation of new products. They may adjust their orders in response to the supply of our products and the products of our competitors that are available to them and in response to seasonal fluctuations in end-user demand. If we ultimately determine that we have excess or obsolete inventory, we may have to reduce our prices and write-down inventory, which in turn could result in reduced operating results.
 
We have experienced returns of our products, which could in the future harm our reputation and negatively impact our operating results.
 
In the past, some of our customers have returned products to us because the product did not meet their expectations, specifications and requirements. These returns were 1% of revenue for each of the years ended December 31, 2006 and 2005. It is likely that we will experience some level of returns in the future and, as our business grows, this level may be more difficult to estimate. A portion of our sales to distributors is generally under terms that provide for certain stock balancing privileges. Under the stock balancing programs, some distributors are permitted to return up to 15% of their prior quarter’s purchases, provided that they place a new order for equal or greater dollar value of the amount returned. We have not historically experienced significant stock balance returns.
 
Also, returns may adversely affect our relationship with those customers and may harm our reputation. This could cause us to lose potential customers and business in the future. We record a reserve for future returns at the time revenue is recognized. We believe the reserve is adequate given our historical level of returns. If returns increase, however, our reserve may not be sufficient and operating results could be negatively affected.
 
We may have design quality and performance issues with our products that may adversely affect our reputation and our operating results.
 
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discovered after commercial introduction. For example, in 2004, after the commercial introduction of a power adapter that we manufactured for Dell, we encountered a design defect that required us to complete a field rework of previously produced units, provide proper usage guidelines and make permanent changes for future production. Errors or performance problems such as this may also be discovered in the future. Any future defects discovered after shipment of our products could result in loss of sales, delays in market acceptance or product returns and warranty costs. We attempt to make adequate allowance in our new product release schedule for testing of product performance. Because of the complexity of our products, however, our release of new products may be postponed should test results indicate the need for redesign and retesting, or should we elect to add product enhancements in response to customer feedback. In addition, third-party products, upon which our products are dependent, may contain defects which could reduce or undermine the performance of our products and adversely affect our operating results.
 
We may incur product liability claims which could be costly and could harm our reputation.
 
The sale of our products involves risk of product liability claims against us. We currently maintain product liability insurance, but our product liability insurance coverage is subject to various coverage exclusions and limits and may not be obtainable in the future on terms acceptable to us, or at all. We do not know whether claims against us with respect to our products, if any, would be successfully defended or whether our insurance would be sufficient to cover liabilities resulting from such claims. Any claims successfully brought against us could harm our business.
 
Risks Related To Our Industry
 
Intense competition in the market for mobile electronic devices could adversely affect our revenue and operating results.
 
The market for mobile electronic devices in general is intensely competitive, subject to rapid changes and sensitive to new product introductions or enhancements and marketing efforts by industry participants. We expect to experience significant and increasing levels of competition in the future. There can be no assurance that we can maintain our competitive position against current or potential competitors, especially those with greater financial, marketing, service, support, technical or other competitive resources. In 2003, we settled a patent infringement suit with Comarco, one of our competitors in power products, that resulted in a cross license, which does not include the right to sub-license, relating to our respective power product technology. As a result, Comarco may be positioned to develop and market power products that are substantially similar to our products.
 
We currently compete with the internal design efforts of both our OEM and non-OEM customers. These OEMs, as well as a number of our non-OEM competitors, have larger technical staffs, more established and larger marketing and sales organizations and significantly greater financial resources than we do. There can be no assurance that such competitors will be unable to respond as quickly to new or emerging technologies and changes in customer requirements, devote greater resources to the development, sale and promotion of their products better than we do or develop products that are superior to our products or that achieve greater market acceptance.
 
Our future success will depend, in part, upon our ability to increase sales in our targeted markets. There can be no assurance that we will be able to compete successfully with our competitors or that the competitive pressures we face will not have a material adverse effect on our business. Our future success will depend in large part upon our ability to increase our share of our target market and to sell additional products and product enhancements to existing customers. Future competition may result in price reductions, reduced margins or decreased sales.
 
Should the market demand for mobile electronic devices decrease, we may not achieve anticipated revenue.
 
The demand for the majority of our products and technology is primarily driven by the underlying market demand for mobile electronic devices. Should the growth in demand for mobile electronic devices be inhibited, we may not be able to increase or sustain revenue. Industry growth depends in part on the following factors:
 
  •  increased demand by consumers and businesses for mobile electronic devices; and
 
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The market for our products and services depends on economic conditions affecting the broader information technology market. Prolonged weakness in this market has caused in the past and may cause in the future customers to reduce their overall information technology budgets or reduce or cancel orders for our products. In this environment, our customers may experience financial difficulty, cease operations and fail to budget or reduce budgets for the purchase of our products and services. This, in turn, may lead to longer sales cycles, delays in purchase decisions, payment and collection, and may also result in downward price pressures, causing us to realize lower revenue and operating margins. In addition, general economic uncertainty and the recent general decline in capital spending in the information technology sector make it difficult to predict changes in the purchasing requirements of our customers and the markets we serve. We believe that, in light of these events, some businesses have and may continue to curtail or suspend capital spending on information technology. These factors may cause our revenue and operating margins to decline.
 
If our products fail to comply with domestic and international government regulations, or if these regulations result in a barrier to our business, our revenue could be negatively impacted.
 
Our products must comply with various domestic and international laws, regulations and standards. For example, the shipment of our products from the countries in which they are manufactured to other international or domestic locations requires us to obtain export licenses and to comply with possible import restrictions of the countries in which we sell our products. In the event that we are unable or unwilling to comply with any such laws, regulations or standards, we may decide not to conduct business in certain markets. Particularly in international markets, we may experience difficulty in securing required licenses or permits on commercially reasonable terms, or at all. In addition, we are generally required to obtain both domestic and foreign regulatory and safety approvals and certifications for our products. Failure to comply with existing or evolving laws or regulations, including export and import restrictions and barriers, or to obtain timely domestic or foreign regulatory approvals or certificates could negatively impact our revenue.
 
Risks Related To Our Common Stock
 
Our common stock price has been volatile, which could result in substantial losses for stockholders.
 
Our common stock is currently traded on The NASDAQ Global Market. We have in the past experienced, and may in the future experience, limited daily trading volume. The trading price of our common stock has been and may continue to be volatile. The market for technology companies, in particular, has at various times experienced extreme volatility that often has been unrelated to the operating performance of particular companies. These broad market and industry fluctuations may significantly affect the trading price of our common stock, regardless of our actual operating performance. The trading price of our common stock could be affected by a number of factors, including, but not limited to, changes in expectations of our future performance, changes in estimates by securities analysts (or failure to meet such estimates), quarterly fluctuations in our sales and financial results and a variety of risk factors, including the ones described elsewhere in this report. Periods of volatility in the market price of a company’s securities sometimes result in securities class action litigation. In 2004, for example, we incurred significant expenses as a result of a securities class action lawsuit that was filed against us. This lawsuit has since been dismissed, but other similar lawsuits could be filed against us in the future and, regardless of the merit of these claims, such lawsuits can be time-consuming, costly and divert management’s attention. In addition, if we needed to raise equity funds under adverse conditions, it would be difficult to sell a significant amount of our stock without causing a significant decline in the trading price of our stock.
 
Our stock price may decline if additional shares are sold in the market.
 
As of March 12, 2007, we had 31,748,155 shares of common stock outstanding. All of our outstanding shares are currently available for sale in the public market, some of which are subject to volume and other limitations under the securities laws. Future sales of substantial amounts of shares of our common stock by our existing stockholders in the public market, or the perception that these sales could occur, may cause the market price of our common stock to decline. We may be required to issue additional shares upon exercise of previously granted options and warrants that are currently outstanding.


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As of March 12, 2007, we had 681,648 shares of common stock issuable upon exercise of stock options under our long-term incentive plans, of which 681,648 options were exercisable as of March 12, 2007; as of March 12, 2007, we had 1,634,384 shares of common stock issuable upon the vesting of restricted stock units under our long term incentive plans; 207,868 shares were available for future issuance under our 1996 stock option plan, 733,034 shares were available for future issuance under our Mobility Electronics, Inc. Omnibus Long-Term Incentive Plan, and 198,778 shares were available for future issuance under our Mobility Electronics, Inc. Non-Employee Director Long-Term Incentive Plan; 1,768,222 shares of common stock were available for purchase under our Employee Stock Purchase Plan; and we had warrants outstanding to purchase 1,236,946 shares of common stock, of which 46,470 were exercisable as of March 12, 2007. Increased sales of our common stock in the market after exercise of currently outstanding options could exert significant downward pressure on our stock price. These sales also might make it more difficult for us to sell equity or equity-related securities in the future at a time and price we deem appropriate.
 
Our executive officers, directors and principal stockholders have substantial influence over us.
 
As of March 12, 2007, our executive officers, directors and principal stockholders owning greater than 5% of our outstanding common stock together beneficially owned approximately 38% of the outstanding shares of common stock. As a result, these stockholders, acting together, may be able to exercise substantial influence over all matters requiring approval by our stockholders, including the election of directors and approval of significant corporate transactions. The concentration of ownership may also have the effect of delaying or preventing a change in our control that may be viewed as beneficial by the other stockholders.
 
In addition, our certificate of incorporation does not provide for cumulative voting with respect to the election of directors. Consequently, our present directors, executive officers, principal stockholders and our respective affiliates may be able to control the election of the members of the board of directors. Such a concentration of ownership could have an adverse effect on the price of the common stock, and may have the effect of delaying or preventing a change in control, including transactions in which stockholders might otherwise receive a premium for their shares over then current market prices.
 
Provisions of our certificate of incorporation and bylaws could make a proposed acquisition that is not approved by our board of directors more difficult.
 
Some provisions of our certificate of incorporation and bylaws could make it more difficult for a third party to acquire us even if a change of control would be beneficial to our stockholders. These provisions include:
 
  •  authorizing the issuance of preferred stock, with rights senior to those of the common stockholders, without common stockholder approval;
 
  •  prohibiting cumulative voting in the election of directors;
 
  •  a staggered board of directors, so that no more than two of our six directors are elected each year; and
 
  •  limiting the persons who may call special meetings of stockholders.
 
Our stockholder rights plan may make it more difficult for others to obtain control over us, even if it would be beneficial to our stockholders.
 
In June 2003, our board of directors adopted a stockholders rights plan. Pursuant to its terms, we have distributed a dividend of one right for each outstanding share of common stock. These rights cause substantial dilution to the ownership of a person or group that attempts to acquire us on terms not approved by our board of directors and may have the effect of deterring hostile takeover attempts. These provisions could discourage a future takeover attempt which individual stockholders might deem to be in their best interests or in which shareholders would receive a premium for their shares over current prices.


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Delaware law may delay or prevent a change in control.
 
We are subject to the provisions of Section 203 of the Delaware General Corporation Law. These provisions prohibit large stockholders, in particular a stockholder owning 15% or more of the outstanding voting stock, from consummating a merger or combination with a corporation unless this stockholder receives board approval for the transaction or 662/3% of the shares of voting stock not owned by the stockholder approve the merger or transaction. These provisions could discourage a future takeover attempt which individual stockholders might deem to be in their best interests or in which shareholders would receive a premium for their shares over current prices.
 
Item 1B.  Unresolved Staff Comments
 
None.
 
Item 2.   Properties
 
Our corporate offices are located in Scottsdale, Arizona. This facility consists of approximately 25,000 square feet of leased space pursuant to a lease for which the current term expires on September 30, 2008. We also lease offices in Taipei, Taiwan, Dong Guan, China and Singapore. Each of these offices supports our selling, research and development, and general administrative activities. Our warehouse and product fulfillment operations are conducted at various third-party locations in throughout the world. We believe our facilities are suitable and adequate for our current business activities for the remainder of the lease terms. Additionally, we lease an office in San Diego, California that we intend to sublease to Mission Technology Group, Inc. upon the closing of its acquisition of substantially all of our expansion and docking business.
 
Item 3.   Legal Proceedings
 
On August 26, 2004, the Company and iGo Direct Corporation, the Company’s wholly-owned subsidiary, filed a complaint against Twin City Fire Insurance Co. in the United States District Court for the District of Nevada, Case No. CV-N-04-0460-HDM-RAM. The complaint alleges several causes of action in connection with Twin City’s refusal to cover, under director and liability insurance policies issued to iGo by Twin City, fees and expenses incurred in connection with the defense of certain former officers of iGo relating to an SEC matter that arose prior to the Company’s acquisition of iGo Corporation in September 2002. Twin City filed an answer to this complaint on September 20, 2004. On January 10, 2005, the Company filed a motion for summary judgment seeking an order from the court that, as a matter of law, Twin City breached, and continues to breach, its obligations under the director and liability insurance policies. On July 26, 2005, the court denied the Company and iGo Direct Corporation’s motion for summary judgment, without prejudice. On October 21, 2005, the Company and iGo Direct Corporation again filed a motion for summary judgment seeking an order from the court that, as a matter of law, Twin City breached, and continues to breach, its obligations under the director and liability insurance policies. On February 27, 2006, Twin City filed a memorandum in opposition to the Company and iGo Direct Corporation’s motion for summary judgment and filed its own cross-motion for summary judgment. On March 31, 2006, the Company and iGo Direct Corporation filed a memorandum in support of its motion for summary judgment and opposition to Twin City’s motion for summary judgment. Twin City, on May 1, 2006, filed a reply in support of its motion for summary judgment. The court has scheduled a hearing to hear oral argument on these motions on March 23, 2007. The Company and iGo Direct Corporation will continue to vigorously pursue their claims in this action.
 
We are from time to time involved in various legal proceedings other than those set forth above incidental to the conduct of our business. We believe that the outcome of all such pending legal proceedings will not in the aggregate have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
 
Item 4.   Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders
 
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PART II
 
Item 5.   Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities
 
Our common stock has been traded on The NASDAQ Global Market under the symbol “MOBE” since our initial public offering on June 30, 2000. Prior to that time, there was no public market for our common stock. The following sets forth, for the period indicated, the high and low bid prices for our common stock as reported by The NASDAQ Global Market.
 
                 
    High     Low  
 
Year Ended December 31, 2005
               
Quarter Ended March 31, 2005
  $ 8.72     $ 6.15  
Quarter Ended June 30, 2005
  $ 9.99     $ 6.99  
Quarter Ended September 30, 2005
  $ 13.38     $ 9.15  
Quarter Ended December 31, 2005
  $ 11.93     $ 8.10  
Year Ended December 31, 2006
               
Quarter Ended March 31, 2006
  $ 11.09     $ 7.47  
Quarter Ended June 30, 2006
  $ 8.72     $ 6.12  
Quarter Ended September 30, 2006
  $ 7.64     $ 4.35  
Quarter Ended December 31, 2006
  $ 5.57     $ 2.58  
 
As of March 12, 2007, there were approximately 31,748,155 shares of our common stock outstanding held by approximately 268 holders of record and the last reported sale price of our common stock on The NASDAQ Global Market on March 12, 2007 was $3.04 per share.
 
Dividend Policy
 
We have never paid cash dividends on our common stock, and it is the current intention of management to retain earnings to finance the growth of our business. We are currently restricted from paying dividends in accordance with the terms of our bank line of credit. Future payment of cash dividends will depend upon financial condition, results of operations, cash requirements, tax treatment, and certain corporate law requirements, loan covenant requirements, as well as other factors deemed relevant by our Board of Directors.
 
Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities
 
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Stock Performance Graph
 
The following chart compares the yearly percentage change in the cumulative total stockholder return on our common stock from the fiscal year ending December 31, 2001 through the fiscal year ending December 31, 2006 with the cumulative total return of (1) the S&P600 Technology Hardware & Equipment Index, and (2) the NASDAQ Composite Market Index. The comparison assumes $100 was invested on December 31, 2001 in our common stock and in each of the other indices, and assumes reinvestment of dividends. We paid no dividends during the period. The stock price performance on the following graph is not necessarily indicative of future stock price performance.
 
COMPARISON OF 5-YEAR CUMULATIVE TOTAL RETURN
AMONG MOBILITY ELECTRONICS INC.,
NASDAQ COMPOSITE MARKET INDEX, AND
S&P 600 TECHNOLOGY HARDWARE & EQUIPMENT INDEX
 
TOTAL RETURN INDEX
 
PERFORMANCE GRAPH
 
Source: Bloomberg           Base date = 100
 
                                                             
Company Name     Dec-01     Dec-02     Dec-03     Dec-04     Dec-05     Dec-06
Mobility Electronics, Inc. 
      100.00         60.80         715.28         686.40         772.80         268.00  
S&P 600 Tech HW & EQP Index
      100.00         62.67         93.48         104.57         97.04         107.97  
NASDAQ Index Composite Index
      100.00         68.77         103.68         113.56         115.56         127.56  
                                                             
 
ASSUMES $100 INVESTED ON DECEMBER 31, 2001
ASSUMES DIVIDENDS REINVESTED
 
The information contained above under the caption “Stock Performance Graph” is being “furnished” to the Securities and Exchange Commission and shall not be deemed to be “soliciting material” or to be “filed” with the Securities and Exchange Commission, nor shall such information be incorporated by reference into any future filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, except to the extent that we specifically incorporate it by reference into such filing.


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Item 6.   Selected Consolidated Financial Data
 
The following selected consolidated financial data should be read together with our consolidated financial statements and notes thereto, “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” and the other information contained in this Form 10-K. The selected financial data presented below under the captions “Consolidated Statements of Operations Data” and “Consolidated Balance Sheet Data” as of and for each of the years in the five-year period ended December 31, 2006 are derived from our consolidated financial statements, which consolidated financial statements have been audited by KPMG LLP, an independent registered public accounting firm. The consolidated balance sheet data as of December 31, 2006 and 2005 and consolidated statement of operations data for each of the years in the three-year period ended December 31, 2006, are derived from our consolidated financial statements, included elsewhere in this Form 10-K.
 
                                         
    Years Ended December 31,  
    2006     2005     2004     2003     2002  
    (In thousands, except per share data)  
 
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS DATA:
                                       
Revenue
  $ 92,464     $ 85,501     $ 70,213     $ 50,750     $ 30,893  
Cost of revenue
    69,349       59,653       49,294       33,610       23,946  
                                         
Gross profit
    23,115       25,848       20,919       17,140       6,947  
Total operating expenses
    41,039       28,712       22,617       20,787       19,943  
                                         
Loss from operations
    (17,924 )     (2,864 )     (1,698 )     (3,647 )     (12,996 )
Interest, net
    1,203       813       (72 )     (27 )     627  
Gain (loss) on disposal of assets
          11,639       (15 )     (55 )     (40 )
Litigation settlement expense
    (250 )     (4,284 )                  
Other, net
    129       (12 )     51       59       (20 )
                                         
Income (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes
    (16,842 )     5,292       (1,734 )     (3,670 )     (12,429 )
Provision for income tax
          285                    
                                         
Income (loss) from continuing operations
    (16,842 )     5,007       (1,734 )     (3,670 )     (12,429 )
Loss from discontinued operations of handheld software product line
                (466 )     (329 )     (807 )
                                         
Income (loss) before cumulative effect of change in accounting principle
    (16,842 )     5,007       (2,200 )     (3,999 )     (13,236 )
Cumulative effect of change in accounting principle(1)
                            (5,627 )
                                         
Net income (loss)
    (16,842 )     5,007       (2,200 )     (3,999 )     (18,863 )
Beneficial conversion cost of preferred stock
                      (445 )      
Preferred stock dividend
                      (20 )      
                                         
Net income (loss) attributable to common stockholders
  $ (16,842 )   $ 5,007     $ (2,200 )   $ (4,464 )   $ (18,863 )
                                         
Net income (loss) per share — diluted:
                                       
Diluted income (loss) per share from continuing operations
  $ (0.54 )   $ 0.16     $ (0.06 )   $ (0.16 )   $ (0.73 )
Loss per share from discontinued operations
              $ (0.02 )   $ (0.01 )   $ (0.05 )
                                         
Diluted income (loss) per share before cumulative effect of change in accounting principle(1)
  $ (0.54 )   $ 0.16     $ (0.08 )   $ (0.17 )   $ (0.78 )
Cumulative effect of change in accounting principle(1)
                          $ (0.33 )
                                         
Diluted income (loss) per share
  $ (0.54 )   $ 0.16     $ (0.08 )   $ (0.17 )   $ (1.11 )
Diluted income (loss) per share attributable to common stockholders
  $ (0.54 )   $ 0.16     $ (0.08 )   $ (0.19 )   $ (1.11 )
Weighted average common shares outstanding:
                                       
Basic
    31,392       30,004       28,027       23,440       17,009  
                                         
Diluted
    31,392       32,003       28,027       23,440       17,009  
                                         
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET DATA:
                                       
Cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments
  $ 17,343     $ 33,923     $ 12,768     $ 11,024     $ 3,166  
Working capital
    34,495       42,902       23,376       22,348       5,645  
Total assets
    65,864       83,910       55,417       49,833       28,369  
Long-term debt and other non-current liabilities, less current portion
          824       463       526       1,385  
Total stockholders’ equity
    49,405       59,349       40,701       40,642       17,628  
 
 
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Item 7.   Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
 
The following discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations should be read together with our selected consolidated financial data and the consolidated financial statements and notes thereto contained in this report. The following discussion contains forward-looking statements. Our actual results may differ significantly from the results discussed in these forward-looking statements. Please see the “Disclosure Concerning Forward-Looking Statements” and “Risk Factors” above for a discussion of factors that may affect our future results.
 
Overview
 
Increased functionality and the ability to access and manage information remotely are driving the proliferation of mobile electronic devices and applications. The popularity of these devices is benefiting from reductions in size, weight and cost and improvements in functionality, storage capacity and reliability. Each of these devices needs to be powered and connected when in the home, the office, or on the road, and can be accessorized, representing an opportunity for one or more of our products.
 
We use our proprietary technology to design and develop products that make computers and mobile electronic devices more efficient and cost effective, thus enabling professionals and consumers higher utilization of their mobile devices and the ability to access information more readily. Our products include power products for high-power mobile electronic devices, such as portable computers; power products for low-power mobile electronic devices, such as mobile phones, PDAs, and MP3 players; foldable keyboards; and accessory products. As of the end of 2006, we were organized in three business segments, which consist of the High-Power Group, the Low-Power Group and the Connectivity Group. In the first quarter of 2007, we sold substantially all of the assets of our Connectivity Group.
 
High-Power Group.  Our High-Power Group is focused on the development, marketing and sales of power products and accessories for mobile electronic devices with high power requirements, which consist primarily of portable computers. In addition, in accordance with the terms of our strategic agreement Motorola, and previous strategic agreement with RadioShack, the High-Power Group includes the majority of our sales of low-power products to RadioShack through December 31, 2005. We sell these products to OEMs, private-label resellers, distributors, resellers and retailers. We supply OEM — specific, high-power adapter products to Dell and Lenovo, although we do not expect that sales to Dell will continue after the first quarter of 2007. We have entered into a strategic reseller agreement with Targus to market and distribute high-power adapter products on a private-label basis. We sell to retailers such as RadioShack and through distributors such as Ingram Micro. High-Power Group revenue accounted for approximately 62% of revenue for the year ended December 31, 2006 and approximately 74% of revenue for the year ended December 31, 2005.
 
Low-Power Group.  Over the last three years, our development efforts have focused significantly on the development of our patented power products for low-power mobile electronic devices. In particular, we are collaborating with many of our strategic partners to develop and market new and innovative power adapters specifically designed for the low-power mobile electronic device market, including cigarette lighter adapters, mobile AC adapters, low-power universal AC/DC adapters, and low-power universal battery products. Each of these power devices are designed, or are being designed, to incorporate our patented tip technology. The combination AC/DC adapter also allows users to simultaneously charge a second device with our optional iGo dualpower or iGo power splitter accessories. In April 2005, we formed the Low-Power Group, which is specifically focused on the development, marketing and sales of our low-power products. Low-power revenue accounted for approximately 18% of revenue for the year ended December 31, 2006 and 5% of revenue for the year ended December 31, 2005. There were no Low-Power Group sales prior to April 1, 2005.
 
In May 2006 we acquired the foldable keyboard business of Think Outside, Inc. These infrared and Bluetooth foldable keyboard products enhance the functionality of converged mobile devices by providing users with a portable, full-sized keyboard solution for rapid and user-friendly data input that folds into a compact size for easy storage. Sales of these foldable keyboard products represented approximately 2% of our total revenue for the year ended December 31, 2006. We believe that this product line represents a complementary business to our existing


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products that will help us deepen our penetration of the mobile electronic device market. We account for our foldable keyboard business as part of our Low-Power Group.
 
Sales to OEMs and private-label resellers accounted for approximately 62% of revenue for the year ended December 31, 2006 and approximately 63% of revenue for the year ended December 31, 2005. Sales through retailers and distributors accounted for approximately 31% of revenue for the year ended December 31, 2006 and approximately 27% of revenue for the year ended December 31, 2005. The balance of our revenue during these periods was derived from direct sales to end-users. In the future, we expect that we will be dependent upon a relatively small number of customers for a significant portion of our revenue, including most notably RadioShack, Targus, Lenovo, and Superior Communications. We intend to develop relationships with a broader set of distributors who have strong relationships with retailers and wireless carriers to expand the market availability of our iGo branded products. We expect that these relationships will allow us to diversify our customer base, add stability and decrease our traditional reliance upon a limited number of OEMs and private label resellers. We also expect that these relationships will significantly increase the availability and exposure of our products, particularly among large national and international retailers and wireless carriers.
 
Our continued focus is on proliferating power products that incorporate our patented tip technology for both high- and low-power mobile electronic devices and on acquiring or developing complementary businesses and products. Our long-term goal is to establish an industry standard for all mobile electronic device power products based on our patented tip technology. We also believe there are long-term growth opportunities for our connectivity products and technology related to the new handheld and converged mobile devices that are being introduced by major OEMs.
 
Our ability to execute successfully on our near and long-term objectives depends largely upon the general market acceptance of our tip technology which allows users to charge multiple devices with a single power product and our ability to protect our proprietary rights to this technology. Additionally, we must execute on the customer relationships that we have developed and continue to design, develop, manufacture and market new and innovative technology and products that are embraced by these customers and the overall market in general.
 
Recent Developments
 
In the first quarter of 2007 we sold, or entered into agreements to sell, substantially all of the assets of our handheld connectivity and expansion and docking businesses in three separate transactions.
 
The first transaction, which was completed in February 2007, involved the sale of substantially all of the assets of our handheld connectivity business to CradlePoint, Inc. for $1.8 million plus potential additional consideration based on future performance. At the closing, we received $50,000 in cash and a promissory note for $1.5 million, bearing interest at the rate of 6% annually, to be paid within two years as CradlePoint sells the inventory acquired in the transaction. We will also receive (1) a cash payment of $250,000 within the next six months, (2) 5% of CradlePoint’s revenues for five years, with a minimum payment of $300,000 due within three years, and (3) 100% of the first $200,000, and 50% thereafter, of any sales beyond the first $1.8 million of inventory purchased by CradlePoint at the closing.
 
The second and third transactions involve the sale of substantially all of the assets of our expansion and docking business. The agreements for these transactions were executed in February 2007 and the transactions are expected to close in March 2007. In one transaction, we have agreed to sell a portfolio of patents and patents pending relating to our PCI expansion and docking technology to A.H. Cresant Group LLC. In the other transaction, we have agreed to sell substantially all of the assets related to our expansion and docking business to Mission Technology Group, Inc., an entity that is owned by Randy Jones, our Vice President and General Manager, Connectivity. As a result of these two transactions, we expect to receive total net proceeds of approximately $4.8 million consisting of $1.0 million in cash, with promissory notes covering the remaining consideration, which is subject to adjustment (up or down) depending on the value of inventory to be sold at the closing. At the closing, we also expect to receive a 15% fully-diluted equity interest in Mission Technology Group. Given the related party nature of this transaction, we retained an independent, third party financial advisor to assist us. In determining the sales price for these assets and liabilities, we evaluated past performance and expected future performance, and received an opinion from our financial advisor that the consideration to be received is fair from a financial point of


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view. Our Board of Directors approved these transactions following a separate review and recommended approval of the Mission Technology Group transaction by our Audit Committee.
 
Our Connectivity Group was focused on the development, marketing and sales of connectivity and expansion and docking products. Our early focus was on the development of remote peripheral component interface, or PCI, bus technology and products based on proprietary Split Bridge® technology. We invested heavily in Split Bridge technology and while we had some success with Split Bridge in the corporate portable computer market with sales of universal docking stations, it became clear in early 2002 that this would not be the substantial opportunity we originally envisioned. In May 2005, we sold substantially all of our intellectual property relating to Split Bridge technology which resulted in a gain on the sale of these assets of $11.6 million. Connectivity Group revenue accounted for approximately 20% of revenue for the year ended December 31, 2006 and approximately 21% of revenue for the year ended December 31, 2005.
 
We are currently evaluating the manner in which we intend to account for each of these transactions. Specifically, we are evaluating the provisions of Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Interpretation No. 46R, “Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities” and other authoritative literature to determine whether these transactions qualify as divestitures for accounting purposes.
 
Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates
 
Our discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations are based upon our consolidated financial statements, which have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. The preparation of these financial statements requires management to make a number of estimates and judgments that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenue and expenses and related disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities.
 
On an on-going basis, we evaluate our estimates, including those related to bad debt expense, warranty obligations, sales returns, and contingencies and litigation. We base our estimates on historical experience and on various other assumptions that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis for making judgments about the carrying values of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. Actual results may differ from these estimates under different assumptions or conditions.
 
We believe the following critical accounting policies affect our more significant judgments and estimates used in the preparation of our consolidated financial statements:
 
Revenue Recognition.  Revenue from product sales is generally recognized upon shipments and transfers of ownership from us or our contract manufacturers to the customers. Allowances for sales returns and credits are provided for in the same period the related sales are recorded. Should the actual return or sales credit rates differ from our estimates, revisions to the estimated allowance for sales returns and credits may be required.
 
Our recognition of revenue from product sales to distributors, resellers and retailers, or the “distribution channel,” is affected by agreements giving certain customers rights to return up to 15% of their prior quarter’s purchases, provided that they place a new order for an equal or greater dollar value of the amount returned. We also have agreements with certain customers that allow them to receive credit for subsequent price reductions, or “price protection.” At the time we recognize revenue, upon shipment and transfer of ownership, we reduce revenue for the gross sales value of estimated future returns, as well as our estimate of future price protection. We also reduce cost of revenue for the gross product cost of estimated future returns. We record an allowance for sales returns in the amount of the difference between the gross sales value and the cost of revenue as a reduction of accounts receivable. We also have agreements with certain customers that provide them with full right of return prior to the ultimate sale to an end user of the product. Accordingly, we have recorded deferred revenue of $1.4 million and $330,000 as of December 31, 2006 and 2005, respectively, which we will recognize as revenue when the product is sold to the end user. Gross sales to the distribution channel accounted for approximately 31% of revenue for the year ended December 31, 2006 and 27% of revenue for the year ended December 31, 2005.
 
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and at retailers as part of our effort to reach an appropriate accounting estimate for returns. In estimating returns, we analyze historical returns, current inventory in the distribution channel, current economic trends, changes in consumer demand, introduction of new competing products and acceptance of our products.
 
In recent years, as a result of a combination of the factors described above, we have reduced our gross sales to reflect our estimated amounts of returns and price protection. It is also possible that returns could increase rapidly and significantly in the future. Accordingly, estimating product returns requires significant management judgment. In addition, different return estimates that we reasonably could have used would have had a material impact on our reported sales and thus have had a material impact on the presentation of the results of operations. For those reasons, we believe that the accounting estimate related to product returns and price protection is a critical accounting estimate.
 
Inventory Valuation.  Inventories consist of finished goods and component parts purchased both partially and fully assembled. We have all normal risks and rewards of our inventory held by contract manufacturers. Inventories are stated at the lower of cost (first-in, first-out method) or market. Inventories include material and overhead costs. Overhead costs are allocated to inventory based on a percentage of material costs. We monitor usage reports to determine if the carrying value of any items should be adjusted due to lack of demand for the items. We make a downward adjustment to the value of our inventory for estimated obsolescence or unmarketable inventory equal to the difference between the cost of inventory and the estimated market value based upon assumptions about future demand and market conditions. We recorded downward adjustments to inventory of $5.6 million during the year ended December 31, 2006, including a $3.5 million impairment charge based the estimated fair value of expansion, docking and handheld cradle inventory as indicated by the terms of the transactions entered into during the first quarter of 2007, and $553,000 during the year ended December 31, 2005. If actual market conditions are less favorable than those projected by management, additional inventory write-downs may be required.
 
Goodwill and Long-Lived Asset Valuation.  Under Statement of Financial Accounting Standard No. 142, Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets (“SFAS 142”), we are required to evaluate recorded goodwill annually, or when events indicate the goodwill may be impaired. The impairment evaluation process is based on both a discounted future cash flows approach and a market comparable approach. The discounted cash flows approach uses our estimates of future market growth rates, market share, revenue and costs, as well as appropriate discount rates. We test goodwill for impairment on an annual basis as of December 31. We evaluated goodwill for impairment as of December 31, 2005 and determined that recorded goodwill was not impaired at that time. During the quarter ended September 30, 2006, we determined a triggering event had occurred due to a significant downturn in handheld hardware product sales to Symbol during the third quarter of 2006 that led us to believe that goodwill attributable to the Connectivity Group segment may have been impaired as of September 30, 2006. Accordingly, we performed the impairment evaluation procedures described above and based on the results of our evaluation, we determined that $6.9 million of our recorded goodwill was impaired as of September 30, 2006.
 
Under Statement of Financial Accounting Standard No. 144, Accounting for the Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets (“SFAS 144”), we test our recorded long-lived assets whenever events indicate the recorded intangible assets may be impaired. Our long-lived asset impairment approach is based on an undiscounted cash flows approach using assumptions noted above. We determined that intangible assets related to our Connectivity Group segment with a net value of $690,000 were impaired as of September 30, 2006. We also determined that property and equipment related to our Connectivity Group segment, with a net value of $488,000, was impaired as of September 30, 2006.
 
If we fail to achieve our assumed growth rates or assumed gross margin, we may incur additional charges for impairment in the future. For these reasons, we believe that the accounting estimates related to goodwill and intangible assets are critical accounting estimates.
 
Deferred Tax Valuation Allowance.  We record a valuation allowance to reduce our deferred tax assets to the amount that is more likely than not to be realized. In determining the amount of the valuation allowance, we consider estimated future taxable income as well as feasible tax planning strategies in each taxing jurisdiction in which we operate. Historically, we have recorded a deferred tax valuation allowance in an amount equal to our net deferred tax assets. If we determine that we will ultimately be able to utilize all or a portion of deferred tax assets for


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which a valuation allowance has been provided, the related portion of the valuation allowance will be released to income as a credit to income tax expense.
 
Results of Operations
 
The following table sets forth certain consolidated financial data for the periods indicated expressed as a percentage of total revenue for the periods indicated:
 
                         
    Year Ended December 31,  
    2006     2005     2004  
 
Revenue
    100.0 %     100.0 %     100.0 %
Cost of revenue
    75.0 %     69.8 %     70.2 %
                         
Gross profit
    25.0 %     30.2 %     29.8 %
                         
Operating expenses:
                       
Sales and marketing
    12.3 %     9.1 %     9.8 %
Research and development
    8.4 %     7.7 %     7.0 %
General and administrative
    14.9 %     16.7 %     15.4 %
Asset impairment
    8.7 %     0.0 %     0.0 %
                         
Total operating expenses
    44.3 %     33.5 %     32.2 %
                         
Loss from operations
    (19.3 )%     (3.3 )%     (2.4 )%
Other income (expense):
                       
Interest income (expense), net
    1.3 %     1.0 %     (0.1 )%
Litigation settlement expense
    (0.3 )%     (5.0 )%     0.0 %
Gain on disposal of assets and other income (expense), net
    0.1 %     13.6 %     0.0 %
                         
Income (loss) from continuing operations before provision for income tax
    (18.2 )%     6.2 %     (2.5 )%
Provision for income tax
    0.0 %     (0.3 )%     0.0 %
                         
Net income (loss) from continuing operations
    (18.2 )%     5.9 %     (2.5 )%
                         
 
Comparison of Years Ended December 31, 2006, 2005, and 2004
 
Revenue.  Revenue generally consists of sales of products, net of returns and allowances. To date, our revenues have come predominantly from power adapters, handheld products, expansion and docking products, and accessories. The following table summarizes the year-over-year comparison of our consolidated revenue for the periods indicated:
 
                         
          Increase
    Percentage Change
 
Year
  Annual Amount     from Prior Year     from Prior Year  
    (Thousands)              
 
2006
  $ 92,464     $ 6,963       8.1 %
2005
    85,501       15,288       21.8 %
2004
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Following is a discussion of revenue by business segment.
 
High-Power Group.  High-Power Group revenue is derived from sales of power products and accessories for mobile electronic devices with high power requirements, which consist primarily of portable computers. The following table summarizes the year-over-year comparison of our High-Power Group revenue for the periods indicated:
 
                         
          Increase/(Decrease)
    Percentage Change
 
Year
  Annual Amount     from Prior Year     from Prior Year  
    (Thousands)              
 
2006
  $ 57,146     $ (5,972 )     (9.5 )%
2005
    63,118       9,794       18.4 %
2004
    53,324              
 
The 2006 decrease in High-Power Group revenue is primarily due to the fact that for the year ended December 31, 2005, all sales of low-power products to RadioShack, which totaled $3.4 million, were included in the revenue of the High-Power Group. Excluding these sales, High-Power Group revenue decreased by $2.6 million, or 4.1%. The remaining decrease in High-Power Group revenue in 2006 was primarily due to a decrease in high-power product sales to RadioShack of approximately $3 million, which were offset by slight increases in high-power product revenue from sales to other customers. Dell accounted for $15.8 million of our High-Power Group revenue for the year ended December 31, 2006. We do not expect to receive additional orders for our power products from Dell beyond the first quarter of 2007, as Dell has selected a different sourcing solution. Notwithstanding the loss of Dell as a customer for our High-Power Group products, we expect 2007 High-Power Group revenue to remain relatively consistent as we anticipate increased revenues resulting from the introduction of a new combination AC/DC power adapter in 2007.
 
The 2005 increase in High-Power Group revenue was primarily due to continued sales growth of our Juice family of combination AC/DC, AC only and DC only universal power adapters as a result of what we believe to be increased consumer awareness and further market penetration of our products and technology. Sales of OEM — specific, Juice family high-power products increased by $5.5 million, or 55.6%, to $15.4 million during the year ended December 31, 2005 as compared to $9.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2004, primarily as a result of increased sales to Dell. Sales of Juice family high-power products developed specifically for private-label resellers increased by $2.6 million, or 12.5%, to $23.7 million during the year ended December 31, 2005 as compared to $21.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2004, primarily as a result of increased sales to Targus which were partially offset by a decrease in sales to a former private label reseller customer. Sales of iGo branded Juice family high-power products to retailers and distributors increased by $1.9 million, or 17.3%, to $12.8 million during the year ended December 31, 2005 as compared to $10.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2004, primarily as a result of increased sales to RadioShack and InterTan. The remainder of High-Power Group revenue during the year ended December 31, 2005 was attributable to sales of other legacy power products and accessories.
 
Low-Power Group.  The Low-Power Group was formed on March 31, 2005 and its revenue is derived from the sales of low-power adapter products and foldable keyboard products. The following table summarizes the year-over-year comparison of our Low-Power Group revenue for the periods indicated:
 
                         
          Increase
    Percentage Change
 
Year
  Annual Amount     from Prior Year     from Prior Year  
    (Thousands)              
 
2006
  $ 17,075     $ 13,051       324.3 %
2005
    4,024       4,024       100.0 %
2004
                 
 
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RadioShack of $5.3 million in 2006 compared to 2005. Sales of low-power products to other customers increased by approximately $1.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2006 compared to the year ended December 31, 2005. Sales of foldable keyboard products, a product line that was acquired in May 2006, contributed $2.1 million to Low-Power Group revenue for the year ended December 31, 2006. Our low-power strategy is to gain further market penetration into mobile wireless carriers, distributors and retailers through our own sales efforts, as well as those of our primary low-power distributor, Superior Communications.
 
For the year ended December 31, 2005, Low-Power Group revenue consisted primarily of sales of low-power products to various retailers and distributors, as well as sales to end-users through our iGo.com website.
 
Connectivity Group.  Connectivity Group revenue was derived from sales of expansion and docking products that utilize Split Bridge technology and handheld products. The following table summarizes the year-over-year comparison of our Connectivity Group revenue for the periods indicated:
 
                         
          Increase/(Decrease)
    Percentage Change
 
Year
  Annual Amount     from Prior Year     from Prior Year  
    (Thousands)              
 
2006
  $ 18,243     $ (116 )     (0.6 )%
2005
    18,359       1,470       8.7 %
2004
    16,889              
 
The 2006 Connectivity Group revenue was consistent with 2005 revenue. During 2006, we experienced a significant decrease in business from our primary customer of handheld cradle products As a result of this decline in business and in order to allow us to focus our limited resources on strategic growth of our Low-Power Group and High-Power Group business segments, subsequent to December 31, 2006, we entered into three separate transactions to divest of the expansion and docking products and handheld products that comprise the Connectivity Group. See “— Recent Transactions” for more information.
 
The 2005 increase in Connectivity Group revenue was primarily attributable to an increase in sales of handheld products of $1.7 million, or 16.4%, to $12.2 million during the year ended December 31, 2005 as compared to $10.5 million during the year ended December 31, 2004. The increase of handheld product sales was partially offset by a decrease of $523,000 in sales of docking and expansion products from $6.8 million during the year ended December 31, 2004 to $6.3 million during the year ended December 31, 2005. Many customers for these products purchase periodically rather than ratably throughout the year, which may cause revenue of the Connectivity Group to fluctuate from period to period.
 
Cost of revenue, gross profit and gross margin.  Cost of revenue generally consists of costs associated with components, outsourced manufacturing and in-house labor associated with assembly, testing, packaging, shipping and quality assurance, depreciation of equipment and indirect manufacturing costs. Gross profit is the difference between revenue and cost of revenue. Gross margin is gross profit stated as a percentage of revenue. The following tables summarize the year-over-year comparison of our cost of revenue, gross profit and gross margin for the periods indicated:
 
Cost of revenue:
 
                         
          Increase
    Percentage Change
 
Year
  Annual Amount     From Prior Year     from Prior Year  
    (Thousands)              
 
2006
  $ 69,349     $ 9,696       16.3 %
2005
    59,653       10,359       21.0 %
2004
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Gross profit and gross margin:
 
                                 
                Increase/(Decrease)
       
                in gross profit
    Percentage Change
 
Year
  Annual Amount     Gross Margin     from Prior Year     From Prior Year  
    (Thousands)                    
 
2006
  $ 23,115       25.0 %   $ 2,733       (10.6 )%
2005
    25,848       30.2 %     4,929       23.6 %
2004
    20,919       29.8 %            
 
The 2006 increase in cost of revenue was due primarily to the 8.1% volume increase in revenue as compared to the year ended December 31, 2005. During the year ended December 31, 2006, we recorded an adjustment to cost of revenue in the amount of $5.6 million, compared to an adjustment of $553,000 during the year ended December 31, 2005, as a result of reduced marketability of certain of our inventory. Included in the $5.6 million adjustment recorded during the year ended December 31, 2006 was a $3.5 million impairment charge based the estimated fair value of expansion, docking and handheld cradle inventory as indicated by the terms of the transactions entered into during the first quarter of 2007. As a result of these factors, cost of revenue as a percentage of revenue increased to 75.0% for the year ended December 31, 2006 from 69.8% for the year ended December 31, 2005, resulting in reduced gross margin.
 
The 2005 increase in cost of revenue was due primarily to the 21.8% volume increase in revenue as compared to the year ended December 31, 2004. OEM and private label reseller customers accounted for 63% and 61% of revenue for the years ended December 31, 2005 and 2004, respectively. Sales through retailers and distributors accounted for 27% of revenue for each of the years ended December 31, 2005 and 2004. Sales to OEM and private label reseller customers typically occur at lower price points than sales of comparable product to retailers and distributors. Although sales to OEM and private label reseller customers result in lower profit margins, the impact of the increase in sales to these customers during the year ended December 31, 2005 was partially offset by the reduced impact of write-downs to the value of older inventory. During the year ended December 31, 2005, we recorded an adjustment to cost of revenue in the amount of $553,000, compared to a $1.6 million adjustment during the year ended December 31, 2004, as a result of reduced marketability of certain of our inventory. The 2005 product mix was consistent with 2004. As a result of these factors, cost of revenue as a percentage of revenue decreased to 69.8% for the year ended December 31, 2005 from 70.2% for the year ended December 31, 2004, resulting in increased gross margin.
 
Sales and marketing.  Sales and marketing expenses generally consist of salaries, commissions and other personnel related costs of our sales, marketing and support personnel, advertising, public relations, promotions, printed media and travel. The following table summarizes the year-over-year comparison of our sales and marketing expenses for the periods indicated:
 
                         
          Increase/(Decrease)
    Percentage Change
 
Year
  Annual Amount     from Prior Year     from Prior Year  
    (Thousands)              
 
2006
  $ 11,394     $ 3,582       45.9 %
2005
    7,812       926       13.4 %
2004
    6,886              
 
The 2006 increase in sales and marketing expenses primarily resulted from increased investment in marketing programs to drive revenue growth. Specifically, during 2006 we launched a nationwide newspaper and radio advertising campaign in the United States and incurred expenses of $1.9 million in connection with that campaign. As a percentage of revenue, sales and marketing expenses increased to 12.3% for the year ended December 31, 2006 from 9.1% for the year ended December 31, 2005.
 
The 2005 increase in sales and marketing expenses primarily resulted from variable sales compensation associated with the increase in revenue, combined with costs associated with recruiting and relocation of sales and marketing personnel and increased investment in marketing programs to drive revenue growth. As a percentage of revenue, sales and marketing expenses decreased to 9.1% for the year ended December 31, 2005 from 9.8% for the year ended December 31, 2004.


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Research and development.  Research and development expenses consist primarily of salaries and personnel-related costs, outside consulting, lab costs and travel related costs of our product development group. The following table summarizes the year-over-year comparison of our research and development expenses for the periods indicated:
 
                         
          Increase/(Decrease)
    Percentage Change
 
Year
  Annual Amount     from Prior Year     from Prior Year  
    (Thousands)              
 
2006
  $ 7,811     $ 1,215       18.4 %
2005
    6,596       1,702       34.8 %
2004
    4,894              
 
The 2006 increase in research and development expenses primarily resulted from the continued development of our family of power products and our acquisition of the foldable keyboard product line. Specifically, during the year ended December 31, 2006, we increased our engineering staff from 49 employees at December 31, 2005 to 56 employees at December 31, 2006 to support our continuing investment in research and development on our line of power products designed for use with both low-power and high-power mobile electronics devices and foldable keyboard products. As a percentage of revenue, research and development expenses increased to 8.4% for the year ended December 31, 2006 from 7.7% for the year ended December 31, 2005.
 
The 2005 increase in research and development expenses primarily resulted from the continued development of our family of power products. Specifically, during the year ended December 31, 2005, we increased our engineering staff from 33 employees at December 31, 2004 to 49 employees at December 31, 2005 to support our continuing investment in research and development on our line of power products designed for use with both low-power and high-power mobile electronics devices. As a percentage of revenue, research and development expenses increased to 7.7% for the year ended December 31, 2005 from 7.0% for the year ended December 31, 2004.
 
General and administrative.  General and administrative expenses consist primarily of salaries and other personnel-related expenses of our finance, human resources, information systems, corporate development and other administrative personnel, as well as facilities, legal and other professional fees, depreciation and amortization and related expenses. The following table summarizes the year-over-year comparison of our general and administrative expenses for the periods indicated:
 
                         
          Increase/(Decrease)
    Percentage Change
 
Year
  Annual Amount     From Prior Year     from Prior Year  
    (Thousands)              
 
2006
  $ 13,761     $ (543 )     (3.8 )%
2005
    14,304       3,467       32.0 %
2004
    10,837              
 
The 2006 decrease in general and administrative expenses primarily resulted from reduced external legal fees of approximately $2.0 million during the year ended December 31, 2006 compared to the year ended December 31, 2005, which was partially offset by an increase in amortization of deferred compensation expense of approximately $1.1 million associated with time vesting of restricted stock units and compensation expense associated with the implementation of SFAS No. 123R during the year ended December 31, 2006. General and administrative expenses as a percentage of revenue decreased to 14.9% for the year ended December 31, 2006 from 16.7% for the year ended December 31, 2005.
 
The 2005 increase in general and administrative expenses primarily resulted from increased external legal fees of approximately $1.4 million associated primarily with costs incurred to defend our intellectual property and various other litigation matters, and increased amortization of deferred compensation expense of approximately $1.3 million associated with restricted stock units granted to employees and directors during 2005. Personnel related expense, professional fees related to compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley legislation, and information technology related expense also increased, partially offset by a decrease in outside consulting expense. General and administrative expenses as a percentage of revenue increased to 16.7% for the year ended December 31, 2005 from 15.4% for the year ended December 31, 2004.


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Asset impairment.  Asset impairment expense consists of expenses associated with impairment write-downs of goodwill, amortizable intangible assets, and property and equipment. During the year ended December 31, 2006, as a result of a significant downturn in handheld hardware product sales, we determined a triggering event had occurred, specifically as a result of a significant downturn in business with Symbol for sales of handheld cradle products during the third quarter of 2006, that resulted in an asset impairment charge of $8.1 million related to the impairment of goodwill, amortizable intangible assets and property and equipment associated with our Connectivity Group business segment.
 
Interest, net.  Interest, net consists primarily of interest earned on our cash balances and short-term investments, net of interest expense. Interest expense relates to our revolving line of credit with a bank. The following table summarizes the year-over-year comparison of interest, net for the periods indicated:
 
                         
          Increase (Decrease)
    Percentage Change
 
Year
  Annual Amount     from Prior Year     from Prior Year  
    (Thousands)              
 
2006
  $ 1,203     $ 390       48.0 %
2005
    813       885       1229.1 %
2004
    (72 )            
 
The 2006 increase was primarily due to generally rising interest rates during 2006. At December 31, 2006, the average yield on our cash, short-term investments and long-term investments was approximately 5.25%. For the year ended December 31, 2006, interest expense was $60,000 and interest income was $1.3 million.
 
The 2005 increase was primarily due to interest earned on funds received in connection with the sale of intellectual property assets and equity investments by Motorola and RadioShack. For the year ended December 31, 2005, interest expense was $91,000 and interest income was $904,000.
 
Gain (loss) on disposal of assets.  Gain (loss) on disposal of assets consists of the net proceeds received from the disposal of assets, less the remaining net book value of the disposed assets. The following table summarizes the year-over-year comparison of gain (loss) on disposal of assets for the periods indicated:
 
                         
          Increase/(Decrease)
    Percentage Change
 
Year
  Annual Amount     from Prior Year     from Prior Year  
    (Thousands)              
 
2006
  $     $ (11,639 )      
2005
    11,639       11,654       77,693.3 %
2004
    (15 )            
 
We recorded no gain (loss) on disposal of assets during 2006.
 
The 2005 gain on disposal of assets was primarily due to our sale of a portfolio of 46 patents and patents pending relating to our Split Bridge and serialized PCI intellectual property with a net book value of $53,000 for net proceeds of approximately $11.7 million, which resulted in a gain of approximately $11.6 million.
 
Litigation settlement.  Litigation settlement consists of expenses incurred in connection with the settlement of litigation. The following table summarizes the year-over-year comparison of gain (loss) on disposal of assets for the periods indicated:
 
                         
          Increase/(Decrease)
    Percentage Change
 
Year
  Annual Amount     from Prior Year     from Prior Year  
    (Thousands)              
 
2006
  $ 250     $ (4,034 )     (94.2 )%
2005
    4,284       4,284        
2004
                 
 
The 2006 litigation settlement expense consisted of a $250,000 expense incurred as a result of our settlement of litigation with Tom de Jong, who was a former officer of iGo Corporation. Mr. de Jong had sought indemnification from us for his legal expenses incurred in connection with an SEC investigation. Pursuant to the terms of the


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settlement, we agreed to pay Mr. de Jong $250,000 as full satisfaction of any indemnification claims against our wholly-owned subsidiary, iGo Direct Corporation.
 
The 2005 litigation settlement expense consisted of a $4.3 million expense incurred as a result of our settlement of litigation resulting from our 2002 acquisition of Portsmith. Pursuant to the terms of the settlement, we agreed to pay the plaintiffs in this litigation the aggregate sum of $3 million in cash, released one plaintiff from the repayment of a $484,000 obligation, and agreed to issue 82,538 shares of our common stock, valued at $9.68 per share, to one plaintiff that were earned pursuant to the earn-out provisions of the acquisition agreement, but not previously issued.
 
Income taxes.  We have incurred losses from inception through the end of 2006; therefore, no provision for income taxes was required for the years ended December 31, 2006 and December 31, 2004. In 2005, we recorded a provision for income tax of $285,000 as a result of a corporate alternative minimum tax liability incurred in connection with our 2005 taxable income. Based on historical operating losses and projections for future taxable income, it is more likely than not that we will not fully realize the benefits of the net operating loss carryforwards. Thus, we have not recorded a tax benefit from our net operating loss carryforwards for the years ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004.
 
Operating Outlook
 
From a long-term perspective, we believe there are a number of major catalysts that will drive future growth and profitability:
 
  •  Disposition of the assets of the Connectivity Group to allow management to focus its efforts on growing the Low-Power and High-Power Groups;
 
  •  The continued penetration of both the domestic and international wireless carrier, dealer/agent, and distributor markets;
 
  •  A strong new product pipeline that will provide consumers with innovative power products offering a broad range of features and price points; and
 
  •  Continued growth in sales of power products for high-power mobile electronic devices driven by further growth in private label reseller accounts, expanded international distribution, and the expansion and/or development of new OEM programs.
 
We expect gross margin to increase for 2007 from our 25.0% gross margin for 2006, as we expect to increase Low-Power Group sales to retailers and distributors, and we expect to reduce overhead associated with the Connectivity Group.
 
We expect operating expenses related to our power businesses to increase modestly in 2007 compared to 2006, primarily due to increased spending in sales and marketing. As discussed above, we are currently evaluating the manner in which we intend to account for the connectivity businesses that we sold, or entered into agreements to sell, during the first quarter of 2007. The operating expenses of these businesses may or may not be reflected in our consolidated results depending upon whether or not these transactions qualify as divestitures for accounting purposes.
 
We do not expect to record any income tax expense in 2007. We anticipate reversing the previously recorded valuation allowance after we have achieved several quarters of profitable results, coupled with a forecast of continued profitability. Subsequent to the reversal of the deferred tax asset valuation allowance, we will recognize income tax expense as we utilize our net operating loss carryforwards.
 
We are currently a party to various legal proceedings. We do not believe that the ultimate outcome of these legal proceedings will have a material adverse effect on our financial position or overall trends in results of operations. However, litigation is subject to inherent uncertainties and unfavorable rulings could occur. An unfavorable ruling could include money damages or the issuance of additional securities which would further dilute our existing stockholders. If an unfavorable ruling were to occur in any specific period, such a ruling could have a material adverse impact on the results of operations of that period, or future periods.


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As a result of our planned research and development efforts, we expect to further expand our intellectual property position by aggressively filing for additional patents on an ongoing basis. A portion of these costs are recorded as research and development expense as incurred and a portion are amortized as general and administrative expense. We may also incur additional legal and related expenses associated with the defense and enforcement of our intellectual property portfolio, which could increase our general and administrative expenses beyond those currently planned.
 
Liquidity and Capital Resources
 
The following table sets forth for the period presented certain consolidated cash flow information (in thousands):
 
                         
    Year Ended December 31,  
    2006     2005     2004  
 
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities
  $ (11,137 )   $ (775 )   $ 474  
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities
    6,036       (10,032 )     (722 )
Net cash provided by financing activities
    615       11,915       1,894  
Foreign currency exchange impact on cash flow
    50       (73 )     56  
Net cash provided by (used in) discontinued operations
          (166 )     41  
                         
Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
  $ (4,436 )   $ 869     $ 1,744  
                         
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year
  $ 13,637     $ 12,768     $ 11,024  
                         
Cash and cash equivalents at end of year
  $ 9,201     $ 13,637     $ 12,768  
                         
 
Cash and Cash Flow.  Our cash balances are held in the United States and the United Kingdom. Our intent is that the cash balances will remain in these countries for future growth and investments and we will meet any liquidity requirements in the United States through ongoing cash flows, external financing, or both. Our primary use of cash has been to fund our operating losses, working capital requirements, acquisitions and capital expenditures necessitated by our growth. The growth of our business has required, and will continue to require, investments in accounts receivable and inventories. Our primary sources of liquidity have been funds provided by issuances of equity securities and proceeds from the sale of intellectual property assets.
 
  •  Net cash used in operating activities.  Cash was used in operating activities for the year ended December 31, 2006 primarily due to our operating losses, partially offset by non-cash expenses, and to fund working capital necessary to support our growing revenue base. Specifically, cash was used to pay suppliers for inventory growth and accounts receivable growth. In addition, we used $3.0 million in connection with the settlement of the Portsmith litigation during 2006. In 2007, we expect to continue to use cash in operating activities as we expect to incur operating losses, with non- cash items and changes in working capital to have a relatively neutral effect on cash flows. Our consolidated cash flow operating metrics are as follows:
 
                         
    Year Ended December 31,  
    2006     2005     2004  
 
Days outstanding in ending accounts receivable (“DSOs”)
    82       80       88  
Inventory turns
    6       4       7  
 
The increase in DSOs at December 31, 2006 compared to December 31, 2005, is primarily due to the timing of payments received from our large private-label reseller customer, Targus. We expect DSOs to improve during 2007 as we expect to improve collections from Targus. The increase in inventory turns was primarily due to impairment charges recorded during 2006 relating our Connectivity inventories. We expect to manage inventory growth during 2007 and we expect inventory turns to continue to improve as we focus on our strategy to grow low-power and high-power revenues in 2007.
 
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  partially offset by the purchase of long-term investments and property and equipment. We anticipate future investment in capital equipment, primarily for tooling equipment to be used in the production of new products.
 
  •  Net cash provided by financing activities.  Net cash provided by financing activities for the year ended December 31, 2006 was primarily from net proceeds from the exercises of stock options and warrants. Although we expect to generate cash flows from operations sufficient to support our operations, we may issue additional shares of stock in the future to generate cash for growth opportunities.
 
As of December 31, 2006, we had approximately $94 million of federal, foreign and state net operating loss carryforwards which expire at various dates. We anticipate that the sale of common stock in our initial public offering and in subsequent private offerings, as well as the issuance of our common stock for acquisitions, coupled with prior sales of common stock will cause an annual limitation on the use of our net operating loss carryforwards pursuant to the change in ownership provisions of Section 382 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended. This limitation is expected to have a material effect on the timing of our ability to use the net operating loss carryforward in the future. Additionally, our ability to use the net operating loss carryforwards is dependent upon our level of future profitability, which cannot be determined.
 
Financing Facilities.  In July 2006, we entered into a $10.0 million bank line of credit. The line bears interest at prime or LIBOR plus 2%, and requires monthly interest only payments, with final payment of interest and principal due on July 27, 2008. In addition, we pay a quarterly facility fee of 12.5 basis points on any unused portion of the revolving loan commitment. The line of credit is secured by all of our assets and contains customary restrictive and financial covenants, including financial covenants (which become effective on March 31, 2007) requiring minimum EBITDA levels which are typical of agreements of this type, as well as customary events of default. The obligations of the lender to make advances under the credit agreement are subject to the ongoing accuracy of our representations and warranties under the credit agreement and the absence of any events which would be defaults or constitute a material adverse effect. Under the terms of the line of credit, we can borrow up to 80% of eligible accounts receivable and up to 25% of eligible inventory. At December 31, 2006, we had no borrowings outstanding under this facility. Based on our current forecast of trailing twelve-month EBITDA, it is likely that we will not be in compliance with the minimum EBITDA covenant as of March 31, 2007. Accordingly, unless we obtain a covenant waiver from the bank, borrowings may not be available to us under the line of credit as of March 31, 2007.
 
Contractual Obligations.  In our day-to-day business activities, we incur certain commitments to make future payments under contracts such as operating leases and purchase orders. Maturities under these contracts are set forth in the following table as of December 31, 2006 (amounts in thousands):
 
                                                 
    Payment Due by Period  
                                  More Than
 
    2007     2008     2009     2010     2011     5 years  
 
Operating lease obligations
  $ 942     $ 490     $ 19     $     $     $  
Inventory Purchase obligations
    12,508                                
Other long-term obligations
                                   
                                                 
Totals
  $ 13,450     $ 490     $ 19     $     $     $  
                                                 
 
Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements.  We have no off-balance sheet financing arrangements.
 
Acquisitions and dispositions.  In the past we have made acquisitions of other companies to complement our product offerings and expand our revenue base. In September 2002 we acquired iGo Corporation through one of our wholly-owned subsidiaries, iGo Direct Corporation. Certain former officers of iGo Corporation are now seeking potential indemnification claims against iGo Direct Corporation relating to a Securities and Exchange Commission matter involving such individuals (but not involving us) that relates to matters that arose prior to our acquisition of iGo Corporation. We are pursuing coverage under iGo’s directors’ and officers’ liability insurance policy for this potential iGo indemnification matter. In the event this coverage is not received, iGo may be responsible for costs and expenses associated with this matter.


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During 2004, we sold the assets of our handheld software product line, for approximately $1.0 million in cash and current receivables, and approximately $2.5 million in notes receivable. Proceeds from the sale exceeded book value of the assets sold by approximately $587,000. This gain has been deferred until collectibility of the notes receivable is reasonably assured.
 
During 2005, we sold intellectual property assets for $13.0 million in cash and incurred direct selling costs of $1.3 million, resulting in net proceeds of $11.7 million.
 
In May 2006, we acquired the assets of the foldable keyboard business from Think Outside, Inc. for $2.5 million, which consideration was paid entirely by the issuance of 362,740 shares of our common stock.
 
In February 2007, we entered into three separate transactions to sell the assets of our Connectivity Group. We entered into an agreement to sell intellectual property assets for $2.0 million. We entered into an agreement to sell substantially all of the assets of the docking and expansion product line, including cash of $1.0 million, for approximately $3.8 million in notes receivable and a 15% fully-diluted equity interest in the acquirer. We sold the assets of the handheld hardware product line for $50,000 in cash, $250,000 in a short-term receivable, $1.5 million in notes receivable, 5% of the acquirer’s revenues for five years, with a minimum payment of $300,000 due within three years, and 100% of the first $200,000, and 50% thereafter, of any sales beyond the first $1.8 million of inventory purchased by the acquirer at the closing.
 
Our future strategy includes the possible acquisition of other businesses to continue to expand or complement our operations. The magnitude, timing and nature of any future acquisitions will depend on a number of factors, including the availability of suitable acquisition candidates, the negotiation of acceptable terms, our financial capabilities and general economic and business conditions. Financing of future acquisitions would result in the utilization of cash, incurrence of additional debt, issuance of additional equity securities or a combination of all of these. Our future strategy may also include the possible disposition of assets that are not considered integral to our business, which would likely result in the generation of cash.
 
Liquidity Outlook.  Based on our projections for 2007, we believe that our existing cash and cash equivalents will be sufficient to meet our working capital and capital expenditure requirements for at least the next 12 months. If we require additional capital resources to grow our business internally or to acquire complementary technologies and businesses at any time in the future, we may use our line of credit or seek to sell additional equity or debt securities. The sale of additional equity or convertible debt securities would result in more dilution to our stockholders. In addition, additional capital resources may not be available to us in amounts or on terms that are acceptable to us.
 
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
 
In September 2006, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued Statement of Financial Accounting Standard No. 157 (“SFAS 157”), “Fair Value Measurements,” which provides enhanced guidance for using fair value to measure assets and liabilities. SFAS 157 establishes a common definition of fair value, provides a framework for measuring fair value under U.S. GAAP and expands disclosures requirements about fair value measurements. SFAS 157 is effective for financial statements issued in fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2007, and interim periods within those fiscal years. We are currently evaluating the impact, if any, the adoption of SFAS 157 will have on the Company’s financial statements.
 
In September 2006, the SEC issued Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 108, “Considering the Effects of Prior Year Misstatements when quantifying Misstatements in Current Year Financial Statements” (“SAB 108”). SAB 108 requires companies to evaluate the materiality of identified unadjusted errors on each financial statement and related financial statement disclosure using both the rollover approach and the iron curtain approach, as those terms are defined in SAB 108. The rollover approach quantifies misstatements based on the amount of the error in the current year financial statement, whereas the iron curtain approach quantifies misstatements based on the effects of correcting the misstatement existing in the balance sheet at the end of the current year, irrespective of the misstatement’s year(s) of origin. Financial statements would require adjustment when either approach results in quantifying a misstatement that is material. Correcting prior year financial statements for immaterial errors would not require previously filed reports to be amended. SAB 108 is effective for interim periods of the first fiscal year


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ending after November 15, 2006. The adoption of SAB 108 did not have an impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.
 
In July 2006, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued FASB Interpretation No. 48, “Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes,” (“FIN 48”) an interpretation of FASB Statement No. 109, “Accounting for Income Taxes.” FIN 48 prescribes a recognition threshold and measurement attribute for the financial statement recognition and measurement of a tax position taken or expected to be taken in a tax return. The Interpretation requires that the Company recognize in the financial statements, the impact of a tax position, if that position is more likely than not of being sustained on audit, based on the technical merits of the position. FIN 48 also provides guidance on de-recognition, classification, interest and penalties, accounting in interim periods and disclosure. The provisions of FIN 48 are effective beginning January 1, 2007 with the cumulative effect of the change in accounting principle recorded as an adjustment to the opening balance of retained earnings. The adoption of FIN 48 is not expected to have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.
 
Item 7A.   Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
 
We are exposed to certain market risks in the ordinary course of our business. These risks result primarily from changes in foreign currency exchange rates and interest rates. In addition, our international operations are subject to risks related to differing economic conditions, changes in political climate, differing tax structures and other regulations and restrictions.
 
To date we have not utilized derivative financial instruments or derivative commodity instruments. We do not expect to employ these or other strategies to hedge market risk in the foreseeable future. We invest our cash in money market funds, which are subject to minimal credit and market risk. We believe that the market risks associated with these financial instruments are immaterial.
 
See “Liquidity and Capital Resources” for further discussion of our financing facilities and capital structure. Market risk, calculated as the potential change in fair value of our cash and cash equivalents and line of credit resulting from a hypothetical 1.0% (100 basis point) change in interest rates, was not material at December 31, 2006.


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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
 
The Board of Directors and Stockholders
Mobility Electronics, Inc.:
 
We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Mobility Electronics, Inc. and subsidiaries (the Company) as of December 31, 2006 and 2005, and the related consolidated statements of operations, stockholders’ equity and comprehensive income (loss), and cash flows for each of the years in the three-year period ended December 31, 2006. These consolidated financial statements are the responsibility of the Company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these consolidated financial statements based on our audits.
 
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
 
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Mobility Electronics, Inc. and subsidiaries as of December 31, 2006 and 2005, and the results of their operations and their cash flows for each of the years in the three-year period ended December 31, 2006, in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles.
 
As discussed in note 2 to the consolidated financial statements, effective January 1, 2006, the Company adopted the provisions of Statement of Financial Accounting Standards (SFAS) No. 123R, Share-Based Payment.
 
We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States), the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2006, based on criteria established in Internal Control — Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO) and our report dated March 15, 2007 expressed an unqualified opinion on management’s assessment of, and the effective operation of, internal control over financial reporting.
 
/s/  KPMG LLP
 
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MOBILITY ELECTRONICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
 
 
                 
    December 31,  
    2006     2005  
    (In thousands, except share amounts)  
 
ASSETS
Current assets:
               
Cash and cash equivalents
  $ 9,201     $ 13,637  
Short-term investments
    8,142       20,286  
Accounts receivable, net
    20,855       18,778  
Inventories
    12,350       13,373  
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
    406       565  
                 
Total current assets
    50,954       66,639  
Property and equipment, net
    2,980       2,410  
Goodwill
    3,912       10,570  
Intangible assets, net
    3,095       2,720  
Long-term investments
    4,636        
Notes receivable and other assets
    287       1,571  
                 
    $ 65,864     $ 83,910  
                 
 
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Current liabilities:
               
Accounts payable
  $ 12,010     $ 17,606  
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities
    3,067       2,364  
Deferred revenue
    1,357       330  
Current portion of litigation settlement liability
          3,000  
Current portion of long-term debt and other non-current liabilities
    25       437  
                 
Total current liabilities
    16,459       23,737  
Non-current portion of litigation settlement liability
          799  
Long-term debt and other non-current liabilities, less current portion
          25  
                 
Total liabilities
    16,459       24,561  
                 
Commitments and contingencies (notes 13 and 20)
               
Stockholders’ equity:
               
Convertible preferred stock — Series C, $.01 par value; authorized 15,000,000 shares; zero issued and outstanding at December 31, 2006 and 2005, respectively
           
Common stock, $.01 par value; authorized 90,000,000 Shares; 31,722,466 and 30,844,581 shares issued and outstanding at December 31, 2006 and 2005, respectively
    317       308  
Additional paid-in capital
    167,436       160,622  
Accumulated deficit
    (118,527 )     (101,685 )
Accumulated other comprehensive income
    179       104  
                 
Total stockholders’ equity
    49,405       59,349  
                 
    $ 65,864     $ 83,910  
                 
 
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MOBILITY ELECTRONICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
 
 
                         
    Year Ended December 31,  
    2006     2005     2004  
    (In thousands, except per share amounts)  
 
Revenue
  $ 92,464     $ 85,501     $ 70,213  
Cost of revenue
    69,349       59,653       49,294  
                         
Gross profit
    23,115       25,848       20,919  
                         
Operating expenses:
                       
Sales and marketing
    11,394       7,812       6,886  
Research and development
    7,811       6,596       4,894  
General and administrative
    13,761       14,304       10,837  
Asset impairment
    8,073              
                         
Total operating expenses
    41,039       28,712       22,617  
                         
Loss from operations
    (17,924 )     (2,864 )     (1,698 )
Other income (expense):
                       
Interest income (expense), net
    1,203       813       (72 )
Gain (loss) on disposal of assets
          11,639       (15 )
Litigation settlement expense
    (250 )     (4,284 )      
Other income (expense), net
    129       (12 )     51  
                         
Income (loss) from continuing operations before provision for income taxes
    (16,842 )     5,292       (1,734 )
Provision for income taxes
          285        
                         
Net income (loss) from continuing operations
    (16,842 )     5,007       (1,734 )
Loss from discontinued operations of handheld software product line
                (466 )
                         
Net income (loss)
  $ (16,842 )   $ 5,007     $ (2,200 )
                         
Net income (loss) per share — basic:
                       
Income (loss) per share from continuing operations
  $ (0.54 )   $ 0.17     $ (0.06 )
Income (loss) per share from discontinued operations
  $     $     $ (0.02 )
                         
Net income (loss) per share
  $ (0.54 )   $ 0.17     $ (0.08 )
Net income (loss) per share — diluted:
                       
Income (loss) per share from continuing operations
  $ (0.54 )   $ 0.16     $ (0.06 )
Income (loss) per share from discontinued operations
  $     $     $ (0.02 )
                         
Net income (loss) per share
  $ (0.54 )   $ 0.16     $ (0.08 )
Weighted average common shares outstanding:
                       
Basic
    31,392       30,004       28,027  
                         
Diluted
    31,392       32,003       28,027  
                         
 
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                                        Accumulated
 
    Convertible
                Additional
          Other
    Net
 
    Preferred
    Common Stock     Paid-In
    Accumulated
    Comprehensive
    Stockholders’
 
    Stock     Shares     Amount     Capital     Deficit     Income(Loss)     Equity  
    (In thousands, except share amounts)  
 
Balances at December 31, 2003
    3       27,610,996       276       144,707       (104,492 )     148       40,642  
Issuance of common stock for warrants exercised
          192,384       2       203                   205  
Issuance of common stock for options exercised
          593,658       6       1,258                   1,264  
Issuance of common stock under Employee Stock Purchase Plan
          16,301             93                   93  
Issuance of common stock for board compensation
          12,473             123                   123  
Conversion of Series C preferred stock into common stock
          64,561       1                         1  
Reduction of stock subscription receivable
                      333                   333  
Amortization of deferred compensation
                      184                   184  
Comprehensive income (loss):
                                                       
Foreign currency translation adjustment
                                  56       56  
Net loss
                            (2,200 )           (2,200 )
                                                         
Total comprehensive loss
                                                    (2,144 )
                                                         
Balances at December 31, 2004
  $ 3       28,490,373     $ 285     $ 146,901     $ (106,692 )   $ 204     $ 40,701  
Conversion of Series C preferred stock into common stock
    (3 )     276,596       3                          
Issuance of common stock for warrants exercised
          5,529             5                   5  
Issuance of common stock for options exercised
          623,955       6       1,817                   1,823  
Issuance of common stock under Employee Stock Purchase Plan
          27,565             189                   189  
Issuance of common stock for acquisitions
          15,000             170                   170  
Issuance of stock awards
          14,006             40                   40  
Issuance of common stock for board compensation
          12,672             91                   91  
Common stock issued to strategic partners, net of issuance costs of $225,000
          1,379,312       14       9,761                   9,775  
Repayment of stock subscription receivable
                      150                   150  
Amortization of deferred compensation
                      1,498                   1,498  
Retirement of shares
          (427 )                              
Comprehensive income (loss):
                                                       
Unrealized Loss on Available for Sale Investments
                                  (27 )     (27 )
Foreign currency translation adjustment
                                  (73 )     (73 )
Net income
                            5,007             5,007  
                                                         
Total comprehensive loss
                                                    4,907  
                                                         
Balances at December 31, 2005
          30,844,581     $ 308     $ 160,622     $ (101,685 )   $ 104     $ 59,349  
Issuance of common stock for options exercised
          356,994       4       602                   606  
Issuance of common stock under Employee Stock Purchase Plan
          4,815             34                   34  
Issuance of common stock for acquisitions
          377,740       4       2,666                   2,670  
Issuance of stock awards
          48,388             24                   24  
Issuance of common stock for board compensation
          7,410             54                   54  
Issuance of common stock for legal settlement
          82,538       1       798                   799  
Amortization of deferred compensation
                      2,636                   2,636  
Comprehensive income (loss):
                                                       
Unrealized Gain on Available for Sale Investments
                                  25       25  
Foreign currency translation adjustment
                                  50       50  
Net loss
                            (16,842 )           (16,842 )
                                                         
Total comprehensive loss
                                                    (16,767 )
                                                         
Balances at December 31, 2006
          31,722,466     $ 317     $ 167,436     $ (118,527 )   $ 179     $ 49,405  
                                                         
 
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    Year Ended December 31,  
    2006     2005     2004  
    (In thousands, except share amounts)  
 
Cash flows from operating activities:
                       
Net income (loss)
  $ (16,842 )   $ 5,007     $ (2,200 )
Less income from discontinued operation
                466  
                         
Income (loss) from continuing operations
    (16,842 )     5,007       (1,734 )
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:
                       
Provisions for doubtful accounts and sales returns and credits
    736       434       358  
Depreciation and amortization
    2,121       1,978       1,952  
Amortization of deferred compensation
    2,636       1,498       184  
Impairment of tooling equipment
    31       82        
(Gain) loss on disposal of assets
          (11,639 )     15  
Expense for stock to be issued for litigation settlement
          799        
Impairment of goodwill
    6,895              
Impairment of intangible assets
    690              
Impairment of property and equipment
    488              
Compensation expense settled with stock, options or warrants
    100       163        
Changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of acquisitions:
                       
Accounts receivable
    (2,027 )     (2,435 )     (5,900 )
Inventories
    1,428       (5,860 )     725  
Prepaid expenses and other assets
    894       (71 )     (898 )
Accounts payable
    (6,685 )     5,162       5,927  
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities
    (1,602 )     4,107       (155 )
                         
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities from continuing operations
    (11,137 )     (775 )     474  
                         
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities from discontinued operations
          (166 )     44  
                         
Cash flows from investing activities:
                       
Purchase of property and equipment
    (1,496 )     (1,411 )     (1,110 )
Purchase of investments
    (4,636 )     (20,313 )      
Sale of investments
    12,168              
Proceeds from sale of intangible assets
          11,692        
Proceeds from sale of handheld software product line
                388  
                         
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities from continuing operations
    6,036       (10,032 )     (722 )
                         
Net cash used in investing activities from discontinued operations
                (3 )
                         
Cash flows from financing activities:
                       
Repayment of stock subscription receivables
          150       333  
Repayment of long-term debt and capital lease obligations
    (25 )     (25 )     (125 )
Net proceeds from sale of common stock
    34       9,962       216  
Proceeds from exercise of warrants and options
    606       1,828       1,470  
                         
Net cash provided by financing activities from continuing operations
    615       11,915       1,894  
                         
Net increase (decrease) in cash from continuing operations
    (4,486 )     1,108       1,646  
                         
Net increase (decrease) in cash from discontinued operations
          (166 )     41  
                         
Effects of exchange rates on cash and cash equivalents
    50       (73 )     56  
                         
Net (decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents
    (4,436 )     869       1,744  
                         
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year
    13,637       12,768       11,024  
                         
Cash and cash equivalents, end of year
  $ 9,201     $ 13,637     $ 12,768  
                         
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:
                       
Interest paid
  $ 13     $ 25     $ 33  
                         
Supplemental schedule of noncash investing and financing activities:
                       
Common stock issued in connection with acquisitions and legal settlement
  $ 3,469     $ 170     $  
                         
Issuance of 252,473 and 826,617 restricted stock units for deferred compensation to employees and board members during 2006 and 2005, respectively
  $ 1,594     $ 6,358     $  
                         
Issuance of 82,200 restricted stock units for settlement of compensation to Board members
  $     $     $ 697  
                         
 
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Years Ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004
 
(1)  Nature of Business
 
Mobility Electronics, Inc. and subsidiaries (collectively, “Mobility” or the “Company”) formerly known as Electronics Accessory Specialists International, Inc., was formed on May 4, 1995. Mobility was originally formed as a limited liability corporation; however, in August 1996 the Company became a C Corporation incorporated in the State of Delaware.
 
Mobility designs, develops, manufactures and/or distributes power products for high-power mobile electronic devices, such as portable computers; power products for low-power mobile electronic devices, such as mobile phones, PDAs, and MP3 players; connectivity products; expansion products; and docking and accessory products. Mobility distributes products in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific.
 
(2)  Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
 
  (a)  Use of Estimates
 
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make a number of estimates and judgments that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses, and related disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities. On an on-going basis, the Company evaluates its estimates, including those related to bad debts, sales returns, inventories, warranty obligations, and contingencies and litigation. The Company bases its estimates on historical experience and on various other assumptions that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis for making judgments about the carrying values of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. Actual results may differ from these estimates under different assumptions or conditions.
 
The Company believes its critical accounting policies, consisting of revenue recognition, inventory valuation, goodwill valuation, and deferred tax asset valuation affect its more significant judgments and estimates used in the preparation of its consolidated financial statements. These policies are discussed below.
 
  (b)  Principles of Consolidation
 
The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Mobility and its wholly owned subsidiaries, Mobility California, Inc. (formerly known as Magma, Inc.), Mobility 2001 Limited, Mobility Idaho, Inc. (formerly known as Portsmith, Inc.), Mobility Texas, Inc. (formerly known as Cutting Edge Software, Inc.), and iGo Direct Corporation. All significant intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.
 
  (c)  Revenue Recognition
 
The Company recognizes net revenue when the earnings process is complete, as evidenced by an agreement with the customer, transfer of title and acceptance, if applicable, as well as fixed pricing and probable collectibility. Revenue from product sales is recognized upon shipment and transfer of ownership from the Company or contract manufacturer to the customer, unless the customer has full right of return, in which case revenue is deferred until the product has sold through to the end user. Allowances for sales returns and credits are provided for in the same period the related sales are recorded. Should the actual return or sales credit rates differ from the Company’s estimates, revisions to the estimated allowance for sales returns and credits may be required.
 
  (d)  Cash and Cash Equivalents
 
All short-term investments purchased with an original maturity of three months or less are considered to be cash equivalents. Cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand and amounts on deposit with financial institutions.


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  (e)  Investments
 
Short-term investments that have an original maturity between three months and one year and a remaining maturity of less than one year are classified as available-for-sale. Long-term investments that have an original maturity of greater than one year are classified as available-for-sale. Available-for-sale securities are recorded at fair value and are classified as current assets due to the Company’s intent and practice to hold these readily marketable investments for less than one year. Any unrealized holding gains and losses related to available-for-sale securities are recorded, net of tax, as a separate component of accumulated other comprehensive income. When a decline in fair value is determined to be other than temporary, unrealized losses on available-for-sale securities are charged against net earnings. Realized gains and losses are accounted for on the specific identification method.
 
  (f)  Accounts Receivable
 
Accounts receivable consist of trade receivables from customers and short-term notes receivable. The Company maintains allowances for doubtful accounts for estimated losses resulting from the inability of the Company’s customers to make required payments. The allowance is assessed on a regular basis by management and is based upon management’s periodic review of the collectibility of the receivables with respect to historical experience. If the financial condition of the Company’s customers were to deteriorate, resulting in an impairment of their ability to make payments, additional allowances may be required. The Company also maintains an allowance for sales returns and credits in the amount of the difference between the sales price and the cost of goods sold based on management’s periodic review and estimate of returns. Should the actual return or sales credit rates differ from the Company’s estimates, revisions to the estimated allowance for sales returns and credits may be required.
 
  (g)  Inventories
 
Inventories consist of finished goods and component parts purchased partially and fully assembled for computer accessory items. The Company has all normal risks and rewards of its inventory held by contract manufacturers and outsourced product fulfillment hubs. Inventories are stated at the lower of cost (first-in, first-out method) or market. Inventories include material and overhead costs. Overhead costs are allocated to inventory based on a percentage of material costs. The Company monitors usage reports to determine if the carrying value of any items should be adjusted due to lack of demand for the items. The Company adjusts down the carrying value of inventory for estimated obsolescence or unmarketable inventory equal to the difference between the cost of inventory and the estimated market value based upon assumptions about future demand and market conditions. If actual market conditions are less favorable than those projected by management, additional inventory write-downs may be required.
 
  (h)  Property and Equipment
 
Property and equipment are stated at cost. Depreciation on furniture, fixtures and equipment is provided using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets ranging from two to seven years. Leasehold improvements are amortized over the shorter of the lease term or estimated useful life. Tooling is capitalized at cost and is depreciated over a two-year period. We periodically evaluate the recoverability of property and equipment and take into account events or circumstances that warrant revised estimates of useful lives or that indicate that an impairment exists.
 
  (i)  Goodwill
 
Goodwill represents the excess of the purchase price over the fair value of net assets acquired. Goodwill is tested for impairment annually, on December 31.


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  (j)  Intangible Assets
 
Intangible assets include the cost of patents, trademarks and non-compete agreements, as well as identifiable intangible assets acquired through business combinations including trade names, customer lists and software technology. Intangible assets are amortized on a straight-line basis over their estimated economic lives of two to 10 years. We periodically evaluate the recoverability of intangible assets and take into account events or circumstances that warrant revised estimates of useful lives or that indicate that an impairment exists. All of the Company’s intangible assets are subject to amortization.
 
  (k)  Warranty Costs
 
The Company provides limited warranties on certain of its products for periods generally not exceeding three years. The Company accrues for the estimated cost of warranties at the time revenue is recognized. The accrual is based on the Company’s actual claim experience. Should actual warranty claim rates, or service delivery costs differ from our estimates, revisions to the estimated warranty liability would be required.
 
  (l)  Income Taxes
 
The Company utilizes the asset and liability method of accounting for income taxes. Under the asset and liability method, deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the year in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in income in the period that includes the enactment date.
 
The Company records a valuation allowance to reduce its deferred tax assets to the amount that is more likely than not to be realized. While the Company has considered forecasts of future taxable income and ongoing prudent and feasible tax planning strategies in assessing the need for the valuation allowance, in the event the Company was to determine that it would be able to realize its deferred tax assets in the future in excess of the net recorded amount, an adjustment to the valuation allowance and deferred tax benefit would increase income in the period such determination was made.
 
  (m)  Net Income (Loss) per Common Share
 
Basic income (loss) per share is computed by dividing income (loss) by the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding for the period. Diluted income (loss) per share reflects the potential dilution that could occur if securities or contracts to issue common stock were exercised or converted to common stock or resulted in the issuance of common stock that then shared in the earnings or loss of the Company. In 2006 and 2004, the assumed exercise of outstanding stock options and warrants and the impact of restricted stock units have been excluded from the calculations of diluted net loss per share as their effect is antidilutive.
 
  (n)  Stock-based Compensation
 
Effective January 1, 2006, the Company adopted Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 123 (revised 2004), “Share-Based Payment” (“SFAS 123R”), which revises SFAS No. 123, “Accounting for Stock-Based Compensation” and supersedes APB Opinion No. 25, “Accounting for Stock Issued to Employees”. SFAS 123R requires all share-based payments to employees, including grants of employee stock options, be measured at fair value and expensed in the consolidated statement of operations over the requisite service period (generally the vesting period). Upon adoption, the Company transitioned to SFAS 123R using the modified prospective method, whereby compensation cost is only recognized in the consolidated statements of operations beginning with the first period that SFAS 123R is effective and thereafter, with prior periods’ stock-based


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compensation for option and employee stock purchase plan activity still presented on a pro forma basis. The Company continues to use the Black-Scholes option valuation model to value stock options. As a result of the adoption of SFAS 123R, the Company recognized pre-tax charges of $195,000 during the year ended December 31, 2006, associated with the expensing of stock options and employee stock purchase plan activity. No tax benefits have been recorded due to the Company’s full valuation allowance position.
 
On March 11, 2005, in response to the issuance of SFAS 123R, the Company’s Compensation and Human Resources Committee of the Board of Directors approved accelerating the vesting of all unvested stock options held by current employees, including executive officers and directors, with an exercise price of $6.00 or greater. Unvested options to purchase 540,369 shares became exercisable as a result of the vesting acceleration.
 
The decision to accelerate vesting of these options was made primarily to avoid recognizing compensation expense in the statement of operations in future financial statements upon the effectiveness of SFAS 123R. The Company estimates that the maximum future compensation expense that was avoided, based on an implementation date for SFAS 123R of January 1, 2006, is approximately $1,772,000, of which approximately $617,000 is related to options held by executive officers and directors of the Company. The acceleration did not generate significant compensation expense, as the majority of options for which vesting was accelerated had exercise prices that exceeded the market price of the Company’s common stock on March 11, 2005. The pro-forma results presented in the table below include approximately $1,772,000 of compensation expense for the year ended December 31, 2005, resulting from the vesting acceleration.
 
Had the Company determined compensation cost based on the fair value at the grant date for its stock options under SFAS 123, the Company’s net income (loss) and net income (loss) per share would have changed to the pro forma amount indicated below (amounts in thousands, except per share):
 
                 
    Years Ended December 31,  
    2005     2004  
 
Net income (loss):
               
As reported
  $ 5,007     $ (2,200 )
Total stock-based employee compensation expense determined under fair-value-based method for all rewards, net of tax of $0 for all periods
    (1,906 )     (1,115 )
                 
Pro forma
  $ 3,101     $ (3,315 )
                 
Net income (loss) per share — basic:
               
As reported
  $ 0.17     $ (0.08 )
                 
Pro forma
  $ 0.10     $ (0.12 )
                 
Net income (loss) per share — diluted:
               
As reported
  $ 0.16     $ (0.08 )
                 
Pro forma
  $ 0.10     $ (0.12 )
                 
 
Prior to January 1, 2006, the Company accounted for stock options according to the provisions of APB 25 and related interpretations, and therefore no related compensation expense was recorded for awards granted as it was believed that such awards had no intrinsic value.
 
During the year ended December 31, 2006, the Company completed a voluntary review of its historical stock option granting practices that was overseen by the Audit Committee of the Company’s Board of Directors with the assistance of legal counsel. The Company determined that it used incorrect measurement dates with respect to the accounting for certain previously granted stock options, primarily during the years 2000 through 2004 as a result of lapses in documentation and deficiencies in option plan administration controls. Accordingly, the Company


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recorded a pretax cumulative charge of $717,000 in the year ended December 31, 2006 in general and administrative expense related to certain grants dating back to fiscal 2000 based upon the Company’s determination that such grants had intrinsic value on the applicable measurement dates of the option grants. The Company determined the effect of the incorrect measurement dates was not material to any prior fiscal year or interim periods in fiscal 2006.
 
The Company is currently assessing the impact of negative tax consequences that might arise for employees as a result of this matter. The Company may decide to compensate employees for any such negative tax consequences that have arisen. Any such compensation that the Company may elect to make to the employees for any negative tax effects would be recorded at the time that a decision is made as to this matter.
 
  (o)  Fair Value of Financial Instruments
 
The Company’s financial instruments include cash equivalents, short-term investments, accounts receivable, long-term investments, accounts payable and notes payable. Due to the short-term nature of cash equivalents, accounts receivable and accounts payable, the fair value of these instruments approximates their recorded value. In the opinion of management, based upon current information, the fair value of notes payable approximates market value. The Company does not have material financial instruments with off-balance sheet risk.
 
  (p)  Research and Development
 
The cost of research and development is charged to expense as incurred.
 
  (q)  Foreign Currency Translation
 
The financial statements of the Company’s foreign subsidiary are measured using the local currency as the functional currency. Assets and liabilities of this subsidiary are translated at exchange rates as of the balance sheet date. Revenues and expenses are translated at average rates of exchange in effect during the year. The resulting cumulative translation adjustments have been recorded as comprehensive income (loss), a separate component of stockholders’ equity.
 
  (r)  Segment Reporting
 
The Company is engaged in the business of selling accessories for computers and mobile electronic devices. Effective March 31, 2005, the Company formed a separate division, specifically for the purpose of developing, marketing and selling its low-power mobile electronic power products, which the Company has named the “Low-Power Group”. In conjunction with the formation of the Low-Power Group, the Company’s chief operating decision maker (CODM) began separately evaluating the operating results of the Low-Power Group, the High-Power Group and the Connectivity Group. The Company’s CODM continues to evaluate revenues and gross profits based on products lines, routes to market and geographies. Prior to April 1, 2005, the CODM only evaluated operating results for the Company taken as a whole. As a result, effective April 1, 2005, in accordance with FASB Statement No. 131, “Disclosures about Segments of an Enterprise and Related Information”, the Company has determined it has three reporting business segments, consisting of the High-Power Group, Low-Power Group, and Connectivity Group.
 
  (s)  Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements
 
In September 2006, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued Statement of Financial Accounting Standard No. 157 (“SFAS 157”), “Fair Value Measurements,” which provides enhanced guidance for using fair value to measure assets and liabilities. SFAS 157 establishes a common definition of fair value, provides a framework for measuring fair value under U.S. GAAP and expands disclosures requirements about fair value measurements. SFAS 157 is effective for financial statements issued in fiscal years beginning after November 15,


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2007, and interim periods within those fiscal years. We are currently evaluating the impact, if any, the adoption of SFAS 157 will have on the Company’s financial statements.
 
In September 2006, the SEC issued Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 108, “Considering the Effects of Prior Year Misstatements when quantifying Misstatements in Current Year Financial Statements” (“SAB 108”). SAB 108 requires companies to evaluate the materiality of identified unadjusted errors on each financial statement and related financial statement disclosure using both the rollover approach and the iron curtain approach, as those terms are defined in SAB 108. The rollover approach quantifies misstatements based on the amount of the error in the current year financial statement, whereas the iron curtain approach quantifies misstatements based on the effects of correcting the misstatement existing in the balance sheet at the end of the current year, irrespective of the misstatement’s year(s) of origin. Financial statements would require adjustment when either approach results in quantifying a misstatement that is material. Correcting prior year financial statements for immaterial errors would not require previously filed reports to be amended. SAB 108 is effective for interim periods of the first fiscal year ending after November 15, 2006. The adoption of SAB 108 did not have an impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.
 
In July 2006, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued FASB Interpretation No. 48, “Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes,” (“FIN 48”) an interpretation of FASB Statement No. 109, “Accounting for Income Taxes.” FIN 48 prescribes a recognition threshold and measurement attribute for the financial statement recognition and measurement of a tax position taken or expected to be taken in a tax return. The Interpretation requires that the Company recognize in the financial statements, the impact of a tax position, if that position is more likely than not of being sustained on audit, based on the technical merits of the position. FIN 48 also provides guidance on de-recognition, classification, interest and penalties, accounting in interim periods and disclosure. The provisions of FIN 48 are effective beginning January 1, 2007 with the cumulative effect of the change in accounting principle recorded as an adjustment to the opening balance of retained earnings. The adoption of FIN 48 is not expected to have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.
 
(3)  Acquisition
 
On May 26, 2006 the Company acquired certain assets, including customer relationships, trademarks, and developed technology relating to the foldable keyboard business of Think Outside, Inc. for 362,740 shares of common stock, valued at $6.89 per share, which was determined based on the average close price for three days prior to and subsequent to the close date, or $2,500,000.
 
The acquisition was accounted for as a purchase and, accordingly, the purchase price was allocated to the assets acquired and the liabilities assumed, based upon the estimated fair values at the date of acquisition. Goodwill of $237,000 was recorded as a result of the transaction.


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The purchase price of $2,500,000, plus acquisition costs of $92,000, was allocated as follows (amounts in thousands):
 
         
Purchase price:
       
Common stock
  $ 2,500  
Costs of acquisition
    92  
         
    $ 2,592  
         
Assets acquired and liabilities assumed:
       
Current assets
  $ 1,238  
Property and equipment
    830  
Intangible assets
    1,450  
Goodwill
    237  
Current liabilities
    (1,163 )
         
    $ 2,592  
         
 
The pro forma financial information is not presented, as the impact of this acquisition is not material.
 
(4)  Investments
 
The Company evaluates its investments in marketable securities in accordance with Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 115, Accounting for Certain Investments in Debt and Equity Securities, and has determined that all of its investments in marketable securities should be classified as available-for-sale and reported at fair value. The unrealized gains and losses on available-for-sale securities, net of taxes, are recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income. Realized gains and losses are included in interest income (expense), net.
 
The fair value of the Company’s investments in marketable securities is based on quoted market prices which approximate fair value due to the frequent resetting of interest rates. The Company assesses its investments in marketable securities for other-than-temporary declines in value by considering various factors that include, among other things, any events that may affect the creditworthiness of a security’s issuer, the length of time the security has been in a loss position, and the Company’s ability and intent to hold the security until a forecasted recovery of fair value.
 
The Company generated net proceeds of $7,532,000 from the sale of available-for-sale marketable securities during the year ended December 31, 2006.


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As of December 31, 2006 and 2005 the amortized cost basis, unrealized holding gains, unrealized holding losses, and aggregate fair value by short-term major security type investments were as follows (amounts in thousands):
 
                                                 
    December 31, 2006     December 31, 2005  
          Net
                Net
       
          Unrealized
                Unrealized
       
          Holding
                Holding
       
    Amortized
    Gains
    Aggregate
    Amortized
    Gains
    Aggregate
 
    Cost     (Losses)     Fair Value     Cost     (Losses)     Fair Value  
 
U.S. corporate securities:
                                               
Commercial paper
  $ 3,822     $     $ 3,822     $ 6,831     $ (3 )   $ 6,828  
Corporate notes and bonds
    2,974       1       2,975       8,295       (21 )     8,274  
Bankers acceptance
                      1,801             1,801  
Asset backed securities — fixed
    645             645       900             900  
                                                 
      7,441       1       7,442       17,827       (24 )     17,803  
U.S. government securities
    700             700       2,486       (3 )     2,483  
                                                 
    $ 8,141     $ 1     $ 8,142     $ 20,313     $ (27 )   $ 20,286  
                                                 
 
As of December 31, 2006 and 2005 the amortized cost basis, unrealized holding gains, unrealized holding losses, and aggregate fair value by long-term major security type investments were as follows (amounts in thousands):
 
                                                 
    December 31, 2006     December 31, 2005  
          Net
                Net
       
          Unrealized
                Unrealized
       
          Holding
                Holding
       
    Amortized
    Gains
    Aggregate
    Amortized
    Gains
    Aggregate
 
    Cost     (Losses)     Fair Value     Cost     (Losses)     Fair Value  
 
U.S. corporate securities:
                                               
Corporate notes and bonds
  $ 2,344     $ (6 )   $ 2,338     $     $     $  
U.S. government securities
    2,297       1       2,298                    
                                                 
    $ 4,641     $ (5 )   $ 4,636     $     $     $  
                                                 
 
(5)  Inventories
 
Inventories consist of the following (amounts in thousands):
 
                 
    December 31,  
    2006     2005  
 
Raw materials
  $ 2,160     $ 2,946  
Finished goods
    10,190       10,427  
                 
    $ 12,350     $ 13,373  
                 


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(6)  Property and Equipment
 
Property and equipment consists of the following (amounts in thousands):
 
                 
    December 31,  
    2006     2005  
 
Furniture and fixtures
  $ 532     $ 524  
Store, warehouse and related equipment
    1,270       1,554  
Computer equipment
    4,126       3,315  
Tooling
    3,479       2,927  
Leasehold improvements
    698       574  
                 
      10,105       8,894  
Less accumulated depreciation and amortization
    (7,125 )     (6,484 )
                 
Property and equipment, net
  $ 2,980     $ 2,410  
                 
 
Aggregate depreciation and amortization expense for property and equipment totaled $1,238,000, $1,045,000 and $854,000 for the years ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004, respectively.
 
(7)  Asset Impairment
 
During the quarter ended September 30, 2006, as a result of a sharp downturn in handheld product sales, and in accordance with Statement of Financial Accounting Standard No. 144, “Accounting for the Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets” (“SFAS 144”), the Company determined that there was an indication that property and equipment, with a gross value of $1,079,000, and amortizable intangible assets, with a gross value of $1,642,000, associated with its Connectivity Group segment might be impaired. Accordingly, the Company performed an impairment analysis utilizing an undiscounted future cash flow approach in accordance with SFAS 144 and determined that these property and equipment assets and amortizable intangible assets were impaired due to a significant deterioration in current quarter sales and forecasted sales to the segment’s largest customer. As a result, during the quarter ended September 30, 2006, the Company recorded an impairment charge of $488,000 related to property and equipment, which was net of accumulated depreciation of $591,000. Also, during the quarter ended September 30, 2006, the Company recorded an impairment charge of $690,000 related to amortizable intangible assets, which was net of accumulated amortization of $952,000. These impairment charges are included in the consolidated statements of operations under the caption “Asset impairment.”
 
(8)  Goodwill
 
Goodwill by business segment is as follows (amounts in thousands):
 
                                 
    High-Power
    Low-Power
    Connectivity
       
    Group     Group     Group     Total  
 
Reported balance at December 31, 2005
  $ 3,578     $     $ 6,992     $ 10,570  
Acquisition of Think Outside
          237             237  
Reclassification
    97             (97 )      
Impairment
                (6,895 )     (6,895 )
                                 
Reported balance at December 31, 2006
  $ 3,675     $ 237     $     $ 3,912  
                                 
 
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the segment’s largest customer. Accordingly, the Company performed an impairment analysis utilizing both a discounted future cash flows approach and a market comparable approach on the interim period in accordance with SFAS 142 and determined that the goodwill associated with the handheld hardware and docking and expansion components was fully impaired. As a result, during the quarter ended September 30, 2006, the Company recorded a goodwill impairment charge of $6,895,000. This impairment charge is included in the consolidated statements of operations under the caption “Asset impairment.”
 
The Company evaluated goodwill for impairment as of December 31, 2005 and determined its recorded goodwill was not impaired as of December 31, 2005.
 
(9)  Intangible Assets
 
Intangible assets consist of the following at December 31, 2006 and 2005 (amounts in thousands):
 
                                                         
          December 31, 2006     December 31, 2005  
    Average
    Gross
          Net
    Gross
          Net
 
    Life
    Intangible
    Accumulated
    Intangible
    Intangible
    Accumulated
    Intangible
 
    (Years)     Assets     Amortization     Assets     Assets     Amortization     Assets  
 
Amortized intangible assets:
                                                       
License fees
    7     $ 934     $ (571 )   $ 363     $ 1,947     $ (743 )   $ 1,204  
Patents and trademarks
    5       3,134       (1,371 )     1,763       2,018       (968 )     1,050  
Trade names
    10       429       (168 )     261       378       (126 )     252  
Customer intangibles
    5       813       (105 )     708       662       (448 )     214  
                                                         
Total
          $ 5,310     $ (2,215 )   $ 3,095     $ 5,005     $ (2,285 )   $ 2,720  
                                                         
 
During 2006, the Company acquired substantially all of the assets of Think Outside, Inc. The intangible assets consisted of a customer list having a value of $780,000 and patents and trademarks having a value of $670,000.
 
During 2005, the Company sold a portfolio of 46 patents and patents pending related to its Split Bridge and serialized PCI intellectual property for gross proceeds of $13,000,000. The historical cost of this portfolio of patents was $501,000 less accumulated amortization of $448,000, or net book value of $53,000. Other expenses associated with the sale were $1,309,000, resulting in a gain on the sale of these assets of $11,638,000. Under the terms of the agreement, the Company has received a perpetual, non-exclusive license to utilize the patent portfolio in its ongoing connectivity business. The Company will further continue to retain all of its patents and patents pending related to its power and other connectivity technologies.
 
As discussed in Note 7 above, during the year ended December 31, 2006, the Company determined that license fees with a gross value of $1,013,000 and customer intangibles of $629,000 were impaired. Accordingly, the Company recorded an impairment charge of $690,000 which was net of accumulated amortization of $359,000 related to license fees and $594,000 related to customer intangibles.
 
Aggregate amortization expense for identifiable intangible assets totaled $883,000, $933,000 and $1,098,000 for the years ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004, respectively. Estimated amortization expense for each of the five succeeding years ended December 31 is as follows (amounts in thousands):
 
         
    Amortization
 
Year
  Expense  
 
2007
  $ 647  
2008
    489  
2009
    356  
2010
    316  
2011
    203  


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(10)  Line of Credit
 
In July 2006, the Company entered into a $10,000,000 line of credit with a bank, bearing interest at prime or LIBOR plus 2%, interest only payments due monthly, with final payment of interest and principal due on July 28, 2008. In addition, we pay a quarterly facility fee of 12.5 basis points on any unused portion of the revolving loan commitment. The line of credit was secured by all assets of the Company. The Company had no outstanding balance against the line of credit at December 31, 2006. The line of credit will be subject to financial covenants beginning on March 31, 2007.
 
In October 2002, the Company entered into a $10,000,000 line of credit with a bank, which expired in July 2006. The line bore interest at prime (7.25% at December 31, 2005), interest only payments were due monthly, with final payment of interest and principal due on July 31, 2006. The line of credit was secured by all assets of the Company. The Company had no outstanding balance against the line of credit at December 31, 2005.
 
(11)  Litigation Settlement Liability
 
On February 15, 2006, without admitting any liability, and in order to avoid the risk, cost and burden of further litigation, the Company entered into a compromise settlement agreement and release regarding the litigation entitled Holmes Lundt, et al. vs. Mobility Electronics, Inc., et al. and Jason Carnahan, et al. vs. Mobility Electronics, Inc., et al., filed in the District Court of the Fourth Judicial District of the State of Idaho, in and for the County of Ada, Case No. CV OC 0302562D, and Jess Asla, et al. vs. Mobility Electronics, Inc., et al., filed in the United States District Court for the District of Idaho, Case No. CV-050342-S-BLW. This litigation initially was commenced on April 2, 2003, by Holmes Lundt, former President and CEO of Mobility Idaho, Inc. (formerly Portsmith, Inc.), the Company’s wholly-owned subsidiary, and his wife. Subsequently, additional plaintiffs were added to the Lundt complaint, the Carnahan complaint was filed and later joined with the Lundt complaint, the Asla complaint was filed, and several of the Company’s officers and directors were added as defendants. The claims asserted in this litigation arose substantially out of the transactions surrounding the Company’s acquisition of Portsmith in February 2002 and the plaintiffs were seeking monetary damages. Among other things, the plaintiffs disputed that the Company appropriately calculated and paid the earn-out consideration called for by the Portsmith merger agreement. In addition, the plaintiffs asserted claims for breach of contract, breach of an alleged covenant of good faith and fair dealing, unjust enrichment, declaratory judgment, breach of fiduciary duty, constructive trust, conversion, and interference with prospective economic advantage. The Lundt plaintiffs also asserted claims for breach of Mr. Lundt’s employment agreement, and wrongful termination of Mr. Lundt. The parties to the settlement agreement included all of the plaintiffs and defendants in this litigation. Pursuant to the terms of the settlement agreement, the Company paid the plaintiffs the aggregate sum of $3,000,000, released one plaintiff from the repayment of a $484,000 obligation, and issued 82,538 shares of the Company’s common stock, valued at $9.68 per share, which was the market value of the Company’s common stock on the settlement date, to one plaintiff that were earned pursuant to the earn-out provisions of the Portsmith merger agreement but not previously issued. As the underlying litigation existed at December 31, 2005 and as the settlement amount was both probable and estimable prior to the issuance of these financial statements, the Company recorded other expense of $4,284,000 in connection with this settlement for the year ended December 31, 2005. The Company recorded a current liability at December 31, 2005 in the amount of $3,000,000 representing the cash to be paid and wrote-off the $484,000 note receivable, and recorded a non-current liability in the amount of $799,000 representing the value of the 82,538 shares of common stock to be issued. In addition, pursuant to the terms of the settlement agreement, the plaintiffs and defendants in the litigation mutually agreed to release each other and their affiliates from any and all claims that they may have against the other, including without limitation, any and all claims relating to the Portsmith merger agreement, and also agreed to be responsible for their own respective attorneys’ fees and costs.


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(12)  Long-Term Debt and Other Non-current Liabilities
 
Long-term debt and other non-current liabilities consist of the following (amounts in thousands):
 
                 
    December 31,  
    2006     2005  
 
Estimate of Invision earn-out
  $     $ 412  
Liability for license fee
    25       50  
                 
      25       462  
Less current portion
    25       437  
                 
Long-term debt, less current portion
  $     $ 25  
                 
 
In connection with its acquisition of certain assets of Invision Software and Invision Wireless, the Company recorded a liability of $847,000, which represented the excess of the fair value of assets acquired over the initial consideration paid for those assets. This liability was reduced by earn-out payments when the contingent consideration was earned, which earn-out period expired on December 1, 2006. The Company made actual earn-out payments of $338,000 and $304,000 during the years ended December 31, 2006 and 2005, respectively. The remaining estimate of Invision earn-out liability of $72,000 was recorded as other income as of December 31, 2006.
 
In connection with its settlement of litigation with General Dynamics during 2003, the Company obtained a ten year trademark license from General Dynamics in exchange for $400,000, plus $1,000 in interest charges. The Company made installment payments of $201,000, $125,000 and $25,000 during 2003, 2004 and 2005, respectively. In January 2006, the Company made a $25,000 installment payment. The final installment of $25,000, which is payable on January 15, 2007, has been recorded as a current liability.
 
(13)  Lease Commitments
 
The Company has entered into various non-cancelable operating lease agreements for its office facilities and office equipment, which expire in 2009. Existing facility leases require monthly rents plus payment of property taxes, normal maintenance and insurance on facilities. Rental expense for the operating leases was $982,000, $885,000 and $875,000 during the years ended 2006, 2005, and 2004, respectively.
 
A summary of the minimum future lease payments for the years ending after December 31 follows (amounts in thousands):
 
         
2007
    942  
2008
    490  
2009
    19  
         
    $ 1,451  
         
 
(14)  Income Taxes
 
The provision for income taxes includes income taxes currently payable and those deferred due to temporary differences between the financial statement and tax bases of assets and liabilities that will result in taxable or deductible amounts in the future. The Company recorded no provision for income taxes for the year ended December 31, 2006. The Company recorded a provision for income tax of $285,000 for the year ended December 31, 2005, and it recorded no provision for income tax for the year ended December 31, 2004.


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The provision for income taxes differed from the amounts computed by applying the statutory U.S. federal income tax rate of 34% in 2006, 2005 and 2004 to income (loss) before income taxes as a result of the following:
 
                         
    Years Ended December 31,  
    2006     2005     2004  
 
Federal statutory rate
  $ (5,726 )   $ 1,799     $ (748 )
Meals, entertainment and other non-deductible expenses
    35       36       21  
State income taxes
          93        
Foreign rate differential
    18       14       13  
Gain on sale of assets of Texas subsidiary
    399       143       246  
Reduction of net operating loss due to Section 382 limitation
          18,678        
Change in deferred tax valuation allowance
    5,302       (21,934 )     468  
Nondeductible litigation settlement expense
          1,456        
Adjustment to deferred taxes
    (2,372 )            
Non-deductible goodwill impairment
    2,344              
                         
Income tax provision
  $     $ 285     $  
                         
 
With the exception of 2005, the Company has generated net operating losses for both financial and income tax reporting purposes since inception. At December 31, 2006, the Company had net operating loss carryforwards for federal income tax purposes of approximately $87,904,000 and approximately $5,624,000 for foreign income tax purposes which, subject to possible annual limitations, are available to offset future taxable income, if any. The federal net operating loss carry forwards expire between 2011 and 2024.
 
In 2005, a preliminary Section 382 assessment was performed on the net operating losses of iGo which were acquired as part of the iGo acquisition in 2002. Based on this preliminary assessment, the Company has determined that it is doubtful that these net operating losses will be utilized due to the limitations of Section 382. Therefore, the deferred tax asset and the related valuation allowance for these net operating losses was reduced by $18,678,000 in 2005 to reflect the fact that this portion of the net operating losses will never be used.


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The temporary differences that give rise to deferred tax assets and liabilities at December 31, 2006 and 2005 are as follows (amounts in thousands):
 
                 
    December 31,  
    2006     2005  
 
Deferred tax assets:
               
Net operating loss carry forward for federal income taxes
  $ 29,887     $ 29,192  
Net operating loss carry forward for foreign income taxes
    1,687       1,551  
Net operating loss carry forward for state income taxes
    3,022       2,184  
Depreciation and amortization
    564       149  
Intangibles
    421       818  
Accrued liabilities
    1,846       1,042  
Reserves
    236       135  
Bad debts
    108       137  
Tax credits
    415       466  
Inventory obsolescence
    3,296       560  
                 
Total gross deferred tax assets
    41,482       36,234  
                 
Deferred tax liabilities:
               
Acquisitions
    (171 )     (225 )
                 
Total gross deferred tax liabilities
    (171 )     (225 )
                 
Net deferred tax assets
    41,311       36,009  
Less valuation allowance
    (41,311 )     (36,009 )
                 
Net deferred tax assets
  $     $  
                 
 
The valuation allowance for deferred tax assets as of December 31, 2006 and 2005 was $41,311,000 and $36,009,000, respectively. The change in the total valuation allowance for the year ended December 31, 2006 was an increase of $5,302,000.
 
During 2004, the Company completed its tax return filings for years related to its significant acquisitions. In assessing the realizability of deferred tax assets, management considers whether it is more likely than not that some portion or all of the deferred tax assets will not be realized. The ultimate realization of deferred tax assets is dependent upon generation of future taxable income during the periods in which those temporary differences become deductible. In addition, due to the frequency of equity transactions and acquisitions by the Company, it is possible the use of the Company’s remaining net operating loss carryforward may be limited in accordance with Section 382 of the Internal Revenue Code. A determination as to this limitation is currently underway. Management considers the scheduled reversal of deferred tax liabilities, projected future taxable income, and tax planning strategies in assessing the valuation allowance. Based upon the level of historical taxable income and projections for future taxable income over the periods in which the deferred tax assets are deductible, management currently believes it is more likely than not that the Company will not realize the benefits of these deductible differences.
 
(15)  Stockholders’ Equity
 
  (a)  Convertible Preferred Stock and Related Warrants
 
During 2005, all of the remaining shares of Series C preferred stock, which consisted of a total of 270,541 shares, were converted into 276,596 shares of common stock at an average rate of 1-to-1.02238.


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Series C preferred stock was convertible into shares of common stock. The initial conversion rate was one for one, but was subject to change if certain events occurred. Generally, the conversion rate was adjustable if the Company issued any non-cash dividends on outstanding securities, split its securities or otherwise effected a change to the number of its outstanding securities. The conversion rate was also adjustable when the Company issued additional securities at a price that was less than the price that the Series C preferred stockholders paid for their shares. Such adjustments were made according to certain formulas that were designed to prevent dilution of the Series C preferred stock. The Series C preferred stock was subject to conversion at any time at the option of the holder, and was subject to automatic conversion upon the occurrence of certain events. At December 31, 2006 and 2005, there were 15,000,000 shares of Series C preferred stock authorized and no shares issued and outstanding for either period.
 
In January 2003, the Company issued and sold 865,051 shares of newly designated Series E preferred stock, par value $0.01 per share (“Series E Stock”), at a purchase price of $0.7225 per share, and 729,407 shares of newly designated Series F preferred stock, par value $0.01 per share (“Series F Stock”), at a purchase price of $0.85 per share. In connection with this sale, the Company also issued warrants to purchase an aggregate of 559,084 shares of common stock, par value $0.01 per share, of the Company. The warrants issued to holders of Series E Stock permit them to purchase an aggregate of 216,263 shares of common stock, at an exercise price of $0.867 per share (the “Series E Warrants”), and the warrants issued to holders of Series F Stock permit them to purchase an aggregate of 342,821 shares of common stock, at an exercise price of $1.02 per share (the “Series F Warrants”). The Series E Stock was purchased by a single non-affiliated investor, while the Series F Stock was purchased by certain officers and directors of the Company and their affiliates.
 
All of the Series E Warrants have been exercised and converted into 216,263 shares of common stock, and no Series E Warrants were outstanding at December 31, 2006 and 2005. As of December 31, 2006 and 2005, there were 41,470 Series F Warrants outstanding and exercisable for 41,470 shares of common stock.
 
As the closing price of the Company’s common stock was greater than or equal to $2.00 per share for ten consecutive trading days on June 6, 2003, all issued and outstanding shares of Series E and Series F preferred stock automatically converted into 1,594,458 shares of common stock at a conversion rate of 1-to-1. Dividends on Series E and F preferred stock of $20,000 were accrued at June 6, 2003. No shares of Series E and Series F preferred stock were outstanding at December 31, 2006.
 
  (b)  Common Stock and Related Warrants
 
Holders of shares of common stock are entitled to one vote per share on all matters submitted to a vote of the Company’s stockholders. There is no right to cumulative voting for the election of directors. Holders of shares of common stock are entitled to receive dividends, if and when declared by the board of directors out of funds legally available therefore, after payment of dividends required to be paid on any outstanding shares of preferred stock. Upon liquidation, holders of shares of common stock are entitled to share ratably in all assets remaining after payment of liabilities, subject to the liquidation preferences of any outstanding shares of preferred stock. Holders of shares of common stock have no conversion, redemption or preemptive rights.
 
During 2005, the Company, RadioShack and Motorola entered into several agreements to restructure their existing strategic relationship. The material agreements included a Strategic Partners Investment Agreement among the parties pursuant to which Motorola and RadioShack each purchased 689,656 shares of Mobility’s common stock at a price of $7.25 per share, for a total aggregate issuance by Mobility of 1,379,312 shares of its common stock and total aggregate gross proceeds to Mobility of $10 million; RadioShack and Motorola each received two warrants which provided each with the right to purchase up to an additional 1,190,476 shares of Mobility’s common stock at a price of $8.40 per share upon the achievement of certain performance results by Mobility. In June 2006, Mobility and RadioShack amended the terms of its agreements, resulting in RadioShack’s forfeiture of its warrants to purchase 1,190,476 shares of Mobility’s common stock. Motorola continues to hold its warrants to purchase 1,190,476 shares of Mobility’s common stock and there are two performance targets, each based on Division EBIT,


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as defined in the agreement. When the Division achieves $25 million in EBIT, 595,238 warrants will become exercisable, and these warrants expire on February 15, 2008 but may, under certain circumstances, extend to August 15, 2008. When the Division achieves $50 million in EBIT, the remaining 595,238 warrants will become exercisable, and these warrants expire on February 15, 2010 but may, under certain circumstances, extend to August 15, 2010. In addition, pursuant to the terms of these warrants, if at any time following March 31, 2006 the closing price of the Company’s common stock exceeds $16.80 per share for 20 consecutive trading days, the Company may, at its option, notify and require that Motorola exercise, or lose, these warrants within 180 days. When it becomes probable that each of the performance targets of the Division will be met, or when the Company notifies and requires that Motorola exercise, or lose, the warrants, the fair value of the warrants will be measured and a corresponding charge will be recorded to sales and marketing expense.
 
In February 2006, the Company issued 82,538 shares of common stock valued at $9.68 per share to former stockholders of Portsmith in connection with the settlement of a lawsuit. The Company had recorded a non-current liability in the amount of $799,000 related to this issuance at December 31, 2005.
 
In May 2006, the Company issued 362,740 shares of common stock, valued at $6.89 per share, or $2,500,000, for the acquisition of the assets of Think Outside, Inc.
 
In August 2006, the Company issued 15,000 shares of common stock valued at $11.36 per share, or $170,000 in aggregate, to Invision Software as earn-out consideration.
 
  (c)  Stockholder Notes and Stock Subscription
 
During 2002, the Company entered into promissory notes in the principal sum of $280,000 with four executives of the Company to finance their purchase of 200,000 shares of common stock at a composite purchase price of $1.40 for one share of common stock. During 2003, one promissory note, in the principal amount of $70,000, was repaid. During 2004, one promissory note, in the principal amount of $70,000, was repaid. During 2005, two promissory notes, in the principal sum of $140,000 were repaid.
 
During 2003, in connection with its acquisition of Portsmith, the Company recorded various promissory notes it had acquired in the principal sum of $203,000. During 2003, several promissory notes, in the principal sum of $161,000, were repaid. During 2004, two promissory notes, in the principal sum of $29,000, were repaid. During 2005, one promissory note, in the principal sum of $10,000, was repaid. Two promissory notes, in the principal sum of $4,000 remain outstanding at December 31, 2006 and 2005, respectively.
 
During 2003, the Company entered into a promissory note in the principal sum of $195,000 with a consultant to finance his purchase of 30,000 shares of common stock at a purchase price of $6.50 per share. The Company entered into an agreement with this consultant to forgive the balance of the promissory note in December 2004. The Company reduced the principal balance of the promissory note by $195,000, and recorded compensation expense of $195,000 during 2004. At December 31, 2004, the outstanding principal balance of the promissory note was $0.
 
During 2004, the Company recorded a stock subscription payable of $21,000 and related compensation expense representing 2,370 shares of common stock to be issued to various members of the Company’s board of directors in January 2005, for services rendered in 2004. These shares of common stock were issued in 2005.
 
(16)  Employee Benefit Plans
 
  (a)  Retirement Plan
 
The Company has a defined contribution 401(k) plan for all employees. Under the 401(k) plan, employees are permitted to make contributions to the plan in accordance with IRS regulations. The Company may make discretionary contributions as approved by the Board of Directors. The Company contributed $299,000, $270,000 and $214,000 during 2006, 2005 and 2004, respectively.


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  (b)  Stock Options
 
In 1995, the Board granted stock options to employees to purchase 132,198 shares of common stock. Later in 1996, the Company adopted an Incentive Stock Option Plan (the “1996 Plan”) pursuant to the Internal Revenue Code. During 2002, the 1996 Plan was amended to increase the aggregate number of shares of common stock for which options may be granted or for which stock grants may be made to 3,000,000. During 2002, in connection with its acquisition of Cutting Edge Software, the Company’s Board of Directors authorized the issuance of options to purchase 150,000 shares of common stock to certain Cutting Edge Software employees (the “CES Options”). During 2004, the Company adopted the Mobility Electronics, Inc. Omnibus Long-Term Incentive Plan (the “2004 Omnibus Plan”) and the Mobility Electronics, Inc. Non-Employee Directors Plan (the “2004 Directors Plan”). Under the 2004 Omnibus Plan, the Company may grant up to 2,350,000 stock options, stock appreciation rights, restricted stock awards, performance awards, and other stock awards. Under the 2004 Directors Plan, the Company may grant up to 400,000 stock options, stock appreciation rights, restricted stock awards, performance awards, and other stock awards. The options under the 1996 Plan, the CES Options, and the 2004 Omnibus Plan were granted at the fair market value of the Company’s stock at the date of grant as determined by the Company’s Board of Directors. Options become exercisable over varying periods up to 3.5 years and expire at the earlier of termination of employment or up to six years after the date of grant. There were 185,368, 1,301,141 and 198,778 shares available for grant under the 1996 Plan, the 2004 Omnibus Plan and the 2004 Directors Plan, respectively, as of December 31, 2006.
 
The Company did not grant any stock options during the years ended December 31, 2006 or 2005, respectively. The per share weighted average fair value of stock options granted under the 1996 Plan, the CES Options, and the 2004 Omnibus Plan for the year ended December 31, 2004 was $4.24, based on the date of grant using the Black-Scholes method with the following weighted average assumptions: expected life of 3 years, risk-free interest rate of 3.25%, dividend yield of 0% and volatility of 80%.
 
The following table summarizes information regarding stock option activity for the years ended December 31, 2004, 2005 and 2006:
 
                 
          Weighted Average
 
          Exercise Price
 
    Number     per Share  
 
Outstanding, December 31, 2003
    2,349,088       3.03  
Granted
    419,000       7.93  
Canceled
    (232,271 )     5.15  
Exercised
    (593,658 )     2.13  
                 
Outstanding, December 31, 2004
    1,942,159       4.11  
Granted
           
Canceled
    (135,458 )     2.53  
Exercised
    (623,955 )     2.90  
                 
Outstanding, December 31, 2005
    1,182,746       4.92  
Granted
           
Canceled
    (112,049 )     7.52  
Exercised
    (362,619 )     1.82  
                 
Outstanding, December 31, 2006
    708,078     $ 6.10  
                 


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The following table summarizes information about the stock options outstanding at December 31, 2006:
 
                                                 
          Weighted
    Weighted
          Weighted
       
          Average
    Average
          Average
    Aggregate
 
    Options
    Remaining
    Exercise
    Options
    Exercise
    Intrinsic
 
Range of Exercise Prices
  Outstanding     Contractual Life     Price     Exercisable     Price     Value  
 
$0.79 - $ 1.28
    130,981       1.87     $ 1.04       130,981     $ 1.04          
$1.29 - $ 3.15
    121,384       1.35       2.18       121,384       2.18          
$3.16 - $ 8.82
    219,213       3.30       7.69       219,213       7.69          
$8.83 - $11.95
    236,500       2.98       9.43       236,500       9.43          
                                                 
$0.79 - $11.95
    708,078     $ 2.60     $ 6.10       708,078     $ 6.10     $ 443,970  
                                                 
 
As of December 31, 2006, there were no outstanding non-vested stock options, and no unrecognized compensation expense relating to non-vested stock options.
 
Cash received from option exercises during the years ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004 totaled $606,000, $1,828,000 and $1,470,000, respectively.
 
  (c)  Restricted Stock Units
 
Under the 2004 Directors Plan and the 2004 Omnibus Plan, the Company has instituted the grant of Restricted Stock Units (“RSUs”) in lieu of stock options. The RSUs are accounted for using the measurement and recognition principles of SFAS 123R. Accordingly, unearned compensation is measured at fair market value on the date of grant and recognized as compensation expense over the period in which the RSUs vest. All RSUs awarded during 2005 and 2006 will vest on January 13, 2010, but may vest earlier, in full, if specific performance criteria are met or, on a pro rata basis, upon the death, disability, termination without cause, or retirement of plan participants. RSUs awarded to board members under the 2004 Directors Plan for election to the board vest 100% upon the three-year anniversary of the grant date, but may vest earlier, on a pro rata basis, upon the death, disability, or retirement of plan participants. RSUs awarded to board members under the 2004 Directors Plan for committee service vest 100% upon the one-year anniversary of the grant date, but may vest earlier, on a pro rata basis, upon the death, disability, or retirement of plan participants.
 
As of December 31, 2006, there was $5,123,000 of total unrecognized compensation cost related to non-vested RSUs, which is expected to be recognized over a weighted average period of three years.


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The following table summarizes information regarding restricted stock unit activity under the 2004 Directors Plan and the 2004 Omnibus Plan for the years ended December 31, 2004, 2005 and 2006, respectively:
 
                                 
    2004 Directors Plan     2004 Omnibus Plan  
          Weighted
          Weighted
 
          Average
          Average
 
          Value per
          Value per
 
    Number     Share     Number     Share  
 
Outstanding, January 1, 2004
                       
Granted
    82,200       8.48              
Canceled
                       
Released to common stock
                       
Released for settlement of taxes
                       
                                 
Outstanding, December 31, 2004
    82,200       8.48              
Granted
    59,700       8.54       894,448       7.51  
Canceled
                (119,422 )     7.35  
Released to common stock
                (6,006 )     7.33  
Released for settlement of taxes
                (2,103 )     7.33  
                                 
Outstanding, December 31, 2005
    141,900       8.51       766,917     $ 7.53  
Granted
    37,200       7.15       394,364       7.20  
Canceled
                (213,094 )     7.69  
Released to common stock
    (14,700 )     8.54       (25,688 )     7.51  
Released for settlement of taxes
                (8,335 )     7.47  
                                 
Outstanding, December 31, 2006
    164,400     $ 8.20       914,164     $ 7.36  
                                 
 
As of December 31, 2006, all outstanding restricted stock units were non-vested.
 
  (c)  Employee Stock Purchase Plan
 
The Company established an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (the “Purchase Plan”) in October 2001, under which 2,000,000 shares of common stock have been reserved for issuance. Eligible employees may purchase a limited number of shares of the Company’s common stock at 85% of the market value at certain plan-defined dates. In 2003, 78,374 were issued under the Purchase Plan for net proceeds of $102,000. In 2004, 16,301 shares were issued under the Purchase Plan for net proceeds of $93,000. In 2005, 27,565 shares were issued under the Purchase Plan for net proceeds of $189,000. At December 31, 2005, 1,773,037 shares were available for issuance under the Purchase Plan. On January 31, 2006, the Company’s Board of Directors decided to eliminate the Purchase Plan effective April 1, 2006. During the three months ended March 31, 2006, 4,815 shares were issued under the Employee Stock Purchase Plan for net proceeds of $34,000.
 
(17)  Discontinued Operations
 
During 2004, the Company sold substantially all assets of its Texas subsidiary, which developed and marketed a handheld software product line, for $3,477,500 plus assumed liabilities of $467,000. The Company received $387,500 in cash, $200,000 held in a short-term escrow fund, $415,000 in a short-term receivable and $2,475,000 in notes receivable in exchange for assets with a book value of $3,235,000. In connection with this sale of assets, the Company has recorded a deferred gain of $587,000 as a reduction of the notes receivable. Recognition of the gain will occur when collectibility of notes receivable is reasonably assured.


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The results of operations from the handheld software product line have been presented in the statements of operations as discontinued operations. Following is a summary of the discontinued operations related to the Company’s Texas subsidiary that were sold in 2004 (amounts in thousands):
 
         
    Year Ended
 
    December 31,
 
    2004  
 
Revenue
  $ 1,063  
Cost of Revenue
    319  
         
Gross profit
    744  
Selling, general and administrative expenses
    1,210  
         
Total discontinued operations
  $ (466 )
         
 
(18)  Net Income (Loss) per Share
 
The computation of basic and diluted net income (loss) per share (EPS) follows (in thousands, except per share amounts):
 
                         
    Years Ended December 31,  
    2006     2005     2004  
 
Basic net income (loss) per share computation:
                       
Numerator:
                       
Income (loss) from continuing operations
  $ (16,842 )   $ 5,007     $ (1,734 )
Discontinued operations
                (466 )
                         
Net income (loss)
  $ (16,842 )   $ 5,007     $ (2,200 )
                         
Denominator:
                       
Weighted average number of common shares outstanding
    31,392       30,004       28,027  
                         
Basic net income (loss) per share:
                       
Continuing operations
  $ (0.54 )   $ 0.17     $ (0.06 )
Discontinued operations
  $     $     $ (0.02 )
Net income (loss) per share
  $ (0.54 )   $ 0.17     $ (0.08 )
Diluted net income (loss) per share computation:
                       
Numerator:
                       
Income (loss) from continuing operations
  $ (16,842 )   $ 5,007     $ (1,734 )
Discontinued operations
                (466 )
                         
Net income (loss)
  $ (16,842 )   $ 5,007     $ (2,200 )
                         
Denominator:
                       
Weighted average number of common shares outstanding
    31,392       30,004       28,027  
Effect of dilutive stock options, warrants, and restricted stock units
          1,894        
Effect of common shares issuable upon conversion of preferred shares
          105        
                         
      31,392       32,003       28,027  
                         


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    Years Ended December 31,  
    2006     2005     2004  
 
Stock options not included in dilutive net income (loss) per share since anti-dilutive
    412       53       97  
Warrants not included in dilutive net income (loss) per share since anti-dilutive
    1,195              
Convertible preferred stock not included in dilutive net income (loss) per share since anti-dilutive
                271  
Diluted net income (loss) per share:
                       
Continuing operations
  $ (0.54 )   $ 0.16     $ (0.06 )
Discontinued operations
  $     $     $ (0.02 )
Net income (loss) per share
  $ (0.54 )   $ 0.16     $ (0.08 )

 
(19)  Business Segments, Concentration of Credit Risk and Significant Customers
 
The Company is engaged in the business of selling accessories for computers and mobile electronic devices. Effective March 31, 2005, the Company formed a separate division, specifically for the purpose of developing, marketing and selling its power products for low-power mobile electronic devices, which the Company has named the “Low-Power Group” (formerly known as the “itip Division”). In conjunction with the formation of the Low-Power Group, the Company’s chief operating decision maker (“CODM”) began separately evaluating the operating results of the Low-Power Group, the High-Power Group and the Connectivity Group. The CODM continues to evaluate revenues and gross profits based on products lines, routes to market and geographies. Prior to April 1, 2005, the CODM only evaluated operating results for the Company taken as a whole. As a result, effective April 1, 2005, in accordance with FASB Statement No. 131, “Disclosures about Segments of an Enterprise and Related Information”, the Company has determined it has three reporting segments, consisting of the High-Power Group, Low-Power Group, and Connectivity Group.
 
The following tables summarize the Company’s revenue, operating results and assets by business segment (amounts in thousands):
 
                         
    Years Ended December 31,  
    2006     2005     2004  
 
Revenue:
                       
High-Power Group
  $ 57,146     $ 63,118     $ 53,324  
Low-Power Group
    17,075       4,024        
Connectivity Group
    18,243       18,359       16,889  
                         
    $ 92,464     $ 85,501     $ 70,213  
                         
 
                         
    Years Ended December 31,  
    2006     2005     2004  
 
Operating income (loss):
                       
High-Power Group
  $ 11,831     $ 12,676     $ 7,246  
Low-Power Group
    (3,816 )     (2,472 )      
Connectivity Group
    (12,178 )     1,235       1,892  
Corporate
    (13,761 )     (14,303 )     (10,836 )
                         
    $ (17,924 )   $ (2,864 )   $ (1,698 )
                         

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The Connectivity Group operating loss for 2006 includes an $8,073,000 asset impairment charge (see Notes 7 and 8) and a $3,535,000 inventory impairment charge, which was based on the estimated fair value of expansion, docking and handheld cradle inventory as indicated by the terms of the transactions entered into during the first quarter of 2007 (see Note 23).
 
The Company’s corporate function supports its various business segments and, as a result, the Company attributes the aggregate amount of its general and administrative expense to corporate as opposed to allocating it to individual business segments.
 
                 
    December 31,  
    2006     2005  
 
Assets:
               
High-Power Group
  $ 26,253     $ 33,193  
Low-Power Group
    13,362       287  
Connectivity Group
    4,220       14,961  
Corporate
    22,029       35,469  
                 
    $ 65,864     $ 83,910  
                 
 
The Company’s cash and investments are used to support its various business segments and, as a result, the Company considers its aggregate cash and investments to be corporate assets as opposed to assets of individual business segments.
 
The following tables summarize the Company’s revenues by product line, as well as its revenues by geography and the percentages of revenue by route to market (amounts in thousands):
 
                         
    Revenue by Product Line
 
    Years Ended December 31,  
    2006     2005     2004  
 
High-power mobile electronic power products
  $ 55,109     $ 53,917     $ 44,130  
Low-power mobile electronic power products
    15,056       10,233       4,813  
Foldable keyboard products
    2,106              
Accessories and other products
    1,917       2,901       4,015  
Handheld products
    12,412       12,171       10,453  
Expansion and docking products
    5,864       6,279       6,802  
                         
Total revenues
  $ 92,464     $ 85,501     $ 70,213  
                         
 
                         
    Revenue by Geography
 
    Years Ended December 31,  
    2006     2005     2004  
 
North America
  $ 77,724     $ 73,142     $ 57,646  
Europe
    5,715       5,986       7,874  
Asia Pacific
    8,947       6,353       4,534  
All other
    78       20       159  
                         
    $ 92,464     $ 85,501     $ 70,213  
                         
 


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    % of Revenue by Route to Market
 
    Years Ended December 31,  
    2006     2005     2004  
 
OEM and private-label-resellers
    62 %     63 %     61 %
Retailers and distributors
    31 %     27 %     27 %
Other
    7 %     10 %     12 %
                         
      100 %     100 %     100 %
                         

 
The following table summarizes the Company’s profit margins by product lines. Profit margins, as indicated below, are computed on the basis of direct product cost only, which does not include overhead cost that is factored into consolidated gross profit margin:
 
                         
    Years Ended December 31,  
    2006     2005     2004  
 
High-power mobile electronic power products
    38%       36 %     38 %
Low-power mobile electronic power products
    44%       40 %     40 %
Foldable keyboard products
    45%              
Accessories and other products
    37%       68 %     52 %
Handheld products
    37%       36 %     34 %
Expansion and docking products
    59%       60 %     59 %
 
Financial instruments that potentially subject the Company to concentrations of credit risk consist principally of cash and trade accounts receivable. The Company places its cash with high credit quality financial institutions and generally limits the amount of credit exposure to the amount of FDIC coverage. However, periodically during the year, the Company maintains cash in financial institutions in excess of the FDIC insurance coverage limit of $100,000. The Company performs ongoing credit evaluations of its customers’ financial condition but does not typically require collateral to support customer receivables. The Company establishes an allowance for doubtful accounts based upon factors surrounding the credit risk of specific customers, historical trends and other information.
 
Three customers accounted for 25%, 17% and 17% of net sales for the year ended December 31, 2006. Three customers accounted for 27%, 18%, and 13% of net sales for the year ended December 31, 2005. Three customers accounted for 24%, 18%, and 10% of net sales for the year ended December 31, 2004.
 
Three customers’ accounts receivable balances accounted for 37%, 17% and 16% of net accounts receivable at December 31, 2006. Three customers’ accounts receivable balances accounted for 43%, 23% and 14% of net accounts receivable at December 31, 2005.
 
Allowance for doubtful accounts was $286,000 and $316,000 at December 31, 2006 and December 31, 2005, respectively. Allowance for sales returns was $350,000 and $231,000 at December 31, 2006 and December 31, 2005, respectively.
 
Export sales were approximately 16%, 15% and 18% of the Company’s net sales for the year ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004, respectively. The principal international markets served by the Company were Europe and Asia Pacific.

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(20)  Contingencies
 
Certain former officers of iGo Corporation are seeking potential indemnification claims against the Company’s wholly-owned subsidiary, iGo Direct Corporation, relating to an SEC matter involving such individuals (but not involving the Company) that relates to matters that arose prior to the Company’s acquisition of iGo Corporation in September 2002.
 
The potential loss to the Company as a result of these claims cannot currently be estimated. The Company is pursuing coverage and reimbursement under iGo’s directors’ and officers’ liability insurance policy as it relates to this potential iGo indemnification matter.
 
The Company is from time to time involved in various legal proceedings incidental to the conduct of its business. The Company believes that the outcome of all such pending legal proceedings will not in the aggregate have a material adverse effect on its business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
 
(21)  Related Party Transactions
 
During 2002, the Company sold 200,000 shares of common stock to four executives at a purchase price of $1.40 per share. Each investor executed and delivered to the Company a three-year promissory note, in the original principal amount of $70,000 each (or $280,000 in total) and bearing interest at a rate of 6% per annum. Each promissory note was secured by the shares of common stock issued. During 2003, one promissory note was paid in full. During 2004, an additional promissory note was paid in full. During 2005, the remaining two promissory notes were paid in full.
 
(22)  Supplemental Financial Information
 
A summary of additions and deductions related to the allowances for accounts receivable for the years ended December 31, 2006, 2005 and 2004 follows (amounts in thousands):
 
                                 
    Balance at
    Charged to
          Balance at
 
    Beginning of
    Costs and
          End of
 
    Year     Expenses     Utilization     Year  
 
Allowance for doubtful accounts:
                               
Year ended December 31, 2006
  $ 316     $ 100     $ (130 )   $ 286  
                                 
Year ended December 31, 2005
  $ 311     $     $ (5 )   $ 316  
                                 
Year ended December 31, 2004
  $ 424     $ (122 )   $ (9 )   $ 311  
                                 
Allowance for sales returns:
                               
Year ended December 31, 2006
  $ 231     $ 636     $ 517     $ 350  
                                 
Year ended December 31, 2005
  $ 183     $ 434     $ 386     $ 231  
                                 
Year ended December 31, 2004
  $ 124     $ 480     $ 421     $ 183  
                                 
 
(23)  Subsequent Events
 
In the first quarter of 2007 the Company sold, or entered into agreements to sell, substantially all of the assets of its handheld connectivity and expansion and docking businesses in three separate transactions.
 
The first transaction, which was completed in February 2007, involved the sale of substantially all of the assets of the Company’s handheld connectivity business to CradlePoint, Inc. for $1.8 million plus potential additional consideration based on future performance. At the closing, the Company received $50,000 in cash and a promissory note for $1.5 million, bearing interest at the rate of 6% annually, to be paid within two years as CradlePoint sells the inventory acquired in the transaction. The Company will also receive (1) a cash payment of $250,000 within the


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next six months, (2) 5% of CradlePoint’s revenues for five years, with a minimum payment of $300,000 due within three years, and (3) 100% of the first $200,000, and 50% thereafter, of any sales beyond the first $1.8 million of inventory purchased by CradlePoint at the closing.
 
The second and third transactions, which were executed in February 2007 and are expected to close in March 2007, involve the sale of substantially all of the assets of the Company’s expansion and docking business. In one transaction, the Company has agreed to sell a portfolio of patents and patents pending relating to its PCI expansion and docking technology to A.H. Cresant Group LLC. In the other transaction, the Company has agreed to sell substantially all of the assets related to its expansion and docking business to Mission Technology Group, Inc., an entity that is owned by Randy Jones, the Company’s Vice President and General Manager, Connectivity. As a result of these two transactions, the Company expects to receive total net proceeds of $4.8 million consisting of $1.0 million in cash, with promissory notes covering the remaining consideration, subject to adjustment (up or down) depending on the value of inventory to be sold at the closing. At the closing, the Company also expects to receive a 15% fully-diluted equity interest in Mission Technology Group. Given the related party nature of this transaction, the Company retained an independent, third party financial advisor to assist the Company in its evaluation. In determining the sales price for these assets and liabilities, the Company evaluated past performance and expected future performance, and received an opinion from its financial advisor that the consideration to be received is fair from a financial point of view. The Company’s Board of Directors approved these transactions following a separate review and recommended approval of the Mission Technology Group transaction by the Company’s Audit Committee.
 
The Company is currently evaluating the manner in which it intends to account for these transactions. Specifically, the Company is evaluating the provisions of Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”), Interpretation No. 46R, “Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities” and other authoritative literature to determine whether these transactions qualify as divestitures for accounting purposes.


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(24)  Quarterly Financial Data (Unaudited)
 
A summary of the quarterly data for the years ended December 31, 2006 and 2005 follows (amounts in thousands, except per share amounts):
 
                                 
    First
    Second
    Third
    Fourth
 
    Quarter     Quarter     Quarter     Quarter  
 
Year ended December 31, 2006:
                               
Net revenue
  $ 22,837     $ 26,147     $ 24,170     $ 19,310  
                                 
Gross profit
  $ 6,957     $ 7,566     $ 6,924     $ 1,668  
                                 
Operating expenses
  $ (8,293 )   $ (6,577 )   $ (16,981 )   $ (9,188 )
                                 
Gain on disposal of assets
  $     $     $     $  
                                 
Litigation settlement expense
  $ (250 )   $     $     $  
                                 
Net income (loss)
  $ (1,263 )   $ 1,305     $ (9,743 )   $ (7,141 )
                                 
Net income (loss) per share:
                               
Basic
  $ (0.04 )   $ 0.04     $ (0.31 )   $ (0.23 )
                                 
Diluted
  $ (0.04 )   $ 0.04     $ (0.31 )   $ (0.23 )
                                 
Year ended December 31, 2005:
                               
Net revenue
  $ 18,358     $ 20,427     $ 23,104     $ 23,612  
                                 
Gross profit
  $ 5,477     $ 6,411     $ 7,425     $ 6,535  
                                 
Operating expenses
  $ (6,442 )   $ (6,479 )   $ (7,824 )   $ (7,967 )
                                 
Gain on disposal of assets
  $     $ 11,639     $     $  
                                 
Litigation settlement expense
  $     $     $     $ (4,284 )
                                 
Net income (loss)
  $ (927 )   $ 11,468     $ (142 )   $ (5,392 )
                                 
Net income (loss) per share:
                               
Basic
  $ (0.03 )   $ 0.38     $ (0.00 )   $ (0.18 )
                                 
Diluted
  $ (0.03 )   $ 0.36     $ (0.00 )   $ (0.18 )
                                 


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Item 9.   Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure
 
None.
 
Item 9A.   Controls and Procedures
 
Based on their evaluation as of December 31, 2006, our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures, as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), were effective as of the end of the period covered by this report to ensure that the information required to be disclosed by us in this Annual Report on Form 10-K was recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the SEC’s rules and instructions for Form 10-K. Our disclosure controls and procedures are also designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed in the reports that we file or submit under the Exchange Act is accumulated and communicated to our management, including our Principal Executive Officer and our Principal Financial Officer, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.
 
Management’s Annual Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting
 
Management of the Company is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting as defined by Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f) under the Exchange Act. Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Therefore, even those systems determined to be effective can provide only reasonable assurance with respect to financial statement preparation and presentation. Also, projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate. Management assessed the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2006. In making this assessment, management used the criteria set forth by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO) in Internal Control-Integrated Framework. Based on our assessment of those criteria, management believes that the Company maintained effective internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2006.
 
KPMG LLP, the independent registered public accounting firm that audited the consolidated financial statements of the Company included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2006, issued its report on management’s assessment of, and the effectiveness of, the Company’s internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2006. The report is included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K.
 
Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting
 
There were no changes in our internal control over financial reporting (as such term is defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) during the quarter ended December 31, 2006 that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.


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Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
 
The Board of Directors and Stockholders
Mobility Electronics, Inc.:
 
We have audited management’s assessment, included in the accompanying Management’s Annual Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting, that Mobility Electronics, Inc. (the Company) maintained effective internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2006, based on criteria established in Internal Control — Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO). The Company’s management is responsible for maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting and for its assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on management’s assessment and an opinion on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting based on our audit.
 
We conducted our audit in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether effective internal control over financial reporting was maintained in all material respects. Our audit included obtaining an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, evaluating management’s assessment, testing and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal control, and performing such other procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.
 
A company’s internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. A company’s internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (1) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the company; (2) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the company are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the company; and (3) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the company’s assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.
 
Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Also, projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.
 
In our opinion, management’s assessment that the Company maintained effective internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2006, is fairly stated, in all material respects, based on criteria established in Internal Control — Integrated Framework issued by COSO. Also, in our opinion, the Company maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2006, based on criteria established in Internal Control — Integrated Framework issued by COSO.
 
We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States), the consolidated balance sheets of Mobility Electronics, Inc. and subsidiaries as of December 31, 2006 and 2005, and the related consolidated statements of operations, stockholders’ equity and comprehensive income (loss), and cash flows for each of the years in the three-year period ended December 31, 2006, and our report dated March 15, 2007 expressed an unqualified opinion on those consolidated financial statements.
 
/s/  KPMG LLP
 
Phoenix, Arizona
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Item 9B.   Other Information
 
We have a policy governing transactions in our securities by directors, officers, employees and others permits our directors, officers and employees which requires these individuals to enter into trading plans complying with Rule 10b5-l under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. We have been advised that certain officers (including Joan W. Brubacher, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer and Darryl S. Baker, Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer and Controller) of the Company entered into a trading plan (each a “Plan” and collectively, the “Plans”) during the fourth quarter of 2006 in accordance with Rule 10b5-l and our policy governing transactions in our securities. Generally, under these trading plans, the individual relinquishes control over the transactions once the trading plan is put into place. Accordingly, sales under these plans may occur at any time, including possibly before, simultaneously with, or immediately after significant events involving our company.
 
We anticipate that, as permitted by Rule 10b5-l and our policy governing transactions in our securities, some or all of our directors, officers and employees may establish trading plans in the future. We intend to disclose the names of executive officers and directors who establish a trading plan in compliance with Rule 10b5-l and the requirements of our policy governing transactions in our securities in our future quarterly and annual reports on Form 10-Q and 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. However, we undertake no obligation to update or revise the information provided herein, including for revision or termination of an established trading plan, other than in such quarterly and annual reports.
 
PART III
 
Item 10.   Directors, Executive Officers, and Corporate Governance
 
The information required by this Item 10 is incorporated by reference to the material under the captions “Election of Directors,” “Executive Officers of the Company,” “Executive Compensation,” other than the material under the caption “Compensation Committee Report,” “Principal Stockholders,” “Corporate Governance,” and “Section 16(a) Beneficial Ownership and Reporting Compliance” in our definitive proxy statement for the 2007 Annual Meeting of Stockholders to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
 
Item 11.   Executive Compensation
 
The information required by this Item 11 is incorporated by reference to the material under the captions “Executive Compensation,” other than the material under the caption “Compensation Committee Report,” in our definitive proxy statement for the 2007 Annual Meeting of Stockholders to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
 
We have adopted a Code of Business Conduct and Ethics that applies to all of our directors, officers and employees (including our principal executive officer, principal financial officer, principal accounting officer or controller, or persons performing similar functions), and meets the requirements of the SEC rules promulgated under Section 406 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. Our Code of Business Conduct and Ethics is available on our website at www.mobilityelectronics.com and copies are available to stockholders without charge upon written request to our Secretary at the Company’s principal address. Any substantive amendment to the Policy on Business Conduct or any waiver of the Policy granted to our principal executive officer, principal financial officer, principal accounting officer or controller, or persons performing similar functions, will be posted on our website at www.mobilityelectronics.com within five business days (and retained on the Web site for at least one year).
 
Item 12.   Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters
 
The information required by this Item 12 is incorporated by reference to the material under the caption “Principal Stockholders” in our definitive proxy statement for the 2007 Annual Meeting of Stockholders to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.


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Item 13.   Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence
 
The information required by this Item 13 is incorporated by reference to the material under the captions “Corporate Governance — Director Independence”, and “Certain Relationships and Related Transactions” in our definitive proxy statement for the 2007 Annual Meeting of Stockholders to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
 
Item 14.   Principal Accounting Fees and Services
 
The information required by this Item 14 is incorporated by reference to the material under the caption “Ratification of Appointment of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm” in our definitive proxy statement for the 2007 Annual Meeting of Stockholders to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
 
PART IV
 
Item 15.   Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules
 
(a) (1) (2) Financial Statements.
 
See the Index to Consolidated Financial Statements and Financial Statement Schedule in Part II, Item 8.
 
(3) Exhibits.
 
The Exhibit Index and required Exhibits immediately following the Signatures to this Form 10-K are filed as part of, or hereby incorporated by reference into, this Form 10-K.


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SIGNATURES
 
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized on March 15, 2007.
 
MOBILITY ELECTRONICS, INC.
 
   
/s/  Charles R. Mollo
Charles R. Mollo
President, Chief Executive Officer and
Chairman of the Board (Principal Executive Officer)
 
POWER OF ATTORNEY
 
KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below constitutes and appoints Charles R. Mollo and Joan W. Brubacher, jointly and severally, his attorney-in-fact, each with the full power of substitution, for such person, in any and all capacities, to sign any and all amendments to this Annual Report on Form 10-K, and to file the same, with all exhibits thereto and other documents in connection therewith, with the Securities and Exchange Commission, granting unto said attorney-in-fact and agent full power and authority to do and perform each and every act and thing requisite and necessary to be done in connection therewith, as fully to all intents and purposes as he might do or could do in person hereby ratifying and confirming all that each of said attorneys-in-fact and agents, or his substitute, may do or cause to be done by virtue hereof.
 
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the registrant in the capacities indicated on March 15, 2007.
 
         
Signatures
 
Title
 
/s/  Charles R. Mollo

Charles R. Mollo
  President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board (Principal Executive Officer)
     
/s/  Joan W. Brubacher

Joan W. Brubacher
  Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President (Principal Financial and Accounting Officer)
     
/s/  Darryl S. Baker

Darryl S. Baker
  Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer and Controller
     
/s/  William O. Hunt

William O. Hunt
  Director
     
/s/  Jerre L. Stead

Jerre L. Stead
  Director
     
/s/  Jeffrey R. Harris

Jeffrey R. Harris
  Director
     
/s/  Larry M. Carr

Larry M. Carr
  Director
     
/s/  Robert W. Shaner

Robert W. Shaner
  Director


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EXHIBIT INDEX
 
         
Exhibit
   
Number
 
Description of Document
 
  2 .1   Agreement and Plan of Merger dated as of February 20, 2002, by and among Portsmith, Inc., certain holders of the outstanding capital stock of Portsmith, Mobility Electronics, Inc. and Mobility Europe Holdings, Inc.(1)%
  2 .2   Agreement and Plan of Merger dated March 23, 2002, by and among Mobility Electronics, Inc., iGo Corporation and IGOC Acquisition(1)%
  3 .1   Certificate of Incorporation of the Company(2)
  3 .2   Articles of Amendment to the Certificate of Incorporation of the Company dated as of June 17, 1997(3)
  3 .3   Articles of Amendment to the Certificate of Incorporation of the Company dated as of September 10, 1997(2)
  3 .4   Articles of Amendment to the Certificate of Incorporation of the Company dated as of July 20, 1998(2)
  3 .5   Articles of Amendment to the Certificate of Incorporation of the Company dated as of February 3, 2000(2)
  3 .6   Articles of Amendment to the Certificate of Incorporation of the Company dated as of March 31, 2000(3)
  3 .7   Certificate of Designations, Preferences, Rights and Limitations of Series C Preferred Stock(2)
  3 .8   Certificate of the Designations, Preferences, Rights and Limitations of Series D Preferred Stock(4)
  3 .9   Certificate of the Designations, Preferences, Rights and Limitations of Series E Preferred Stock of Mobility Electronics, Inc.(5)
  3 .10   Certificate of the Designations, Preferences, Rights and Limitations of Series F Preferred Stock of Mobility Electronics, Inc.(5)
  3 .11   Certificate of Designations, Preferences, Rights and Limitations of Series G Junior Participating Preferred Stock of Mobility Electronics, Inc.(6)
  3 .12   Amended and Restated Bylaws of the Company(14)
  4 .1   Specimen of Common Stock Certificate(7)
  4 .2   Form of Warrant to Purchase Shares of common stock of the Company used with the Series C Preferred Stock Private Placements(3)**
  4 .3   Form of Series C Preferred Stock Purchase Agreement used in 1998 and 1999 Private Placements(2)**
  4 .4   Form of Series C Preferred Stock and Warrant Purchase Agreement used in 1999 and 2000 Private Placements(2)**
  4 .5   Form of Warrant to Purchase common stock of the Company issued to certain holders in connection with the Contribution and Indemnification Agreement by and among Janice L. Breeze, Jeffrey S. Doss, Charles S. Mollo, Cameron Wilson, the Company and certain Stockholders of the Company, dated November 2, 1999(4)**
  4 .6   Form of Series F Preferred Stock and Warrant Purchase Agreement(5)**
  4 .7   Form of Warrant issued to purchasers of Series F Stock(5)
  4 .8   Rights Agreement between the Company and Computershare Trust Company, dated June 11, 2003(6)
  4 .9   Amendment No. 1 to Rights Agreement dated as of August 4, 2006, by and between Mobility Electronics, Inc. and Computershare Trust Company, Inc.(21)
  4 .10   Amendment No. 2 to Rights Agreement dated as of October 11, 2006, by and between Mobility Electronics, Inc. and Computershare Trust Company.(22)
  4 .11   Form of Warrant to Purchase Common Stock of the Company issued to Silicon Valley Bank on September 3, 2003.(8)
  4 .12   $25 Million Threshold Warrant to Purchase Shares of Common Stock issued to Motorola, Inc., dated as of March 31, 2005.(15)
  4 .13   $50 Million Threshold Warrant to Purchase Shares of Common Stock issued to Motorola, Inc., dated as of March 31, 2005.(15)


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Exhibit
   
Number
 
Description of Document
 
  4 .14   Strategic Partners Investment Agreement by and among Mobility Electronics, Inc., RadioShack Corporation and Motorola, Inc., dated as of March 31, 2005.(15)
  10 .1   Charles R. Mollo Option Agreement dated December 1, 1999.(2)+
  10 .2   William O. Hunt Non-qualified Stock Option Agreement dated December 8, 1999.(4)+
  10 .3   Amended and Restated 1996 Long Term Incentive Plan, as amended on January 13, 2000.(2)+
  10 .4   Employee Stock Purchase Plan.(9)+
  10 .5   Form of Indemnity Agreement executed between the Company and certain officers and directors.(11)**
  10 .6   Form of Indemnity Agreement executed between the Company and its officers and directors.(4)**
  10 .7   Standard Multi-Tenant Office Lease by and between Mobility Electronics, Inc. and I.S. Capital, LLC, dated July 17, 2002.(13)
  10 .8   Amendment to Lease Agreement by and between Mobility Electronics, Inc. and I.S. Capital, LLC, dated February 1, 2003.(13)
  10 .9   Second Amendment to Lease Agreement by and between Mobility Electronics, Inc. and I.S. Capital, LLC, dated January 15, 2004.(13)
  10 .10   Third Amendment to Lease Agreement by and between the Company and Mountain Valley Community Church, effective as of October 6, 2004.(12)
  10 .11   Amended and Restated Employment Agreement by and between the Company and Charles R. Mollo dated April 14, 2004.(10)+
  10 .12   Employment Agreement by and between the Company and Joan W. Brubacher dated April 14, 2004.(10)+
  10 .13   Employment Agreement, dated July 17, 2006, by and between Mobility Electronics, Inc. and Jonathan Downer. (19)+
  10 .14   Mobility Electronics, Inc. Omnibus Long-Term Incentive Plan Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement, dated July 17, 2006, by and between Mobility Electronics, Inc. and Jonathan Downer.(19)+
  10 .15   Form Change In Control Agreement executed between the Company and certain officers.*+
  10 .16   Form of Amended and Restated 2005 Mobility Electronics, Inc. Omnibus Long-Term Incentive Plan Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement.(17)+
  10 .17   Form of 2007 Mobility Electronics, Inc. Omnibus Long-Term Incentive Plan Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement.(23)+
  10 .18   Amended and Restated Form of Mobility Electronics, Inc. Non-Employee Director Long-Term Incentive Plan Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement (Annual Committee Grants).(17)+
  10 .19   Amended and Restated Form of Mobility Electronics, Inc. Non-Employee Director Long-Term Incentive Plan Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement (Election / Re-Election Committee Grants).(17)+
  10 .20   Sales Representative Agreement by and between Mobility Electronics, Inc. and Motorola, Inc., dated as of March 31, 2005.(15)#
  10 .21   Mobility Electronics, Inc. 2006 Executive Bonus Plan.(18)+
  10 .22   Mobility Electronics, Inc. 2007 Executive Bonus Plan.(24)+
  10 .23   Patent Purchase Agreement between Mobility Electronics, Inc. and Tao Logic Systems LLC dated.(16) %
  10 .24   Asset Purchase Agreement dated as of February 21, 2007 by and between Mobility California, Inc. and Mission Technology Group, Inc.(25)%
  10 .25   Credit Agreement dated as of July 27, 2006, between Mobility Electronics, Inc. and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.(20)
  10 .26   Form of Pledge and Security Agreement dated as of July 27, 2006, between JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and each of Mobility California, Inc., Mobility Idaho, Inc., Mobility Texas, Inc. and iGo Direct Corporation. (20)
  10 .27   Form of Continuing Guarantee dated July 27, 2006 by each of Mobility California, Inc., Mobility Idaho, Inc., Mobility Texas, Inc. and iGo Direct Corporation in favor of JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.(20)


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Exhibit
   
Number
 
Description of Document
 
  10 .28   Modification Agreement dated as of February 26, 2007 by and between Mobility Electronics, Inc. and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.*%
  21 .1   Subsidiaries.
       
• iGo Direct Corporation (Delaware)
       
• Mobility 2001 Limited (United Kingdom)
       
• Mobility Electronics Singapore Pte Ltd (Singapore)
       
• Mobility Assets, Inc. (Delaware)
       
• Mobility California, Inc. (Delaware)
       
• Mobility Idaho, Inc. (Delaware)
       
• Mobility Texas, Inc. (Texas)
  23 .1   Consent of KPMG LLP.*
  24 .1   Power of Attorney (included on page 73 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K)
  31 .1   Certification of Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.*
  31 .2   Certification of Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.*
  32 .1   Certification of Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.*
 
 
Filed herewith
 
** Each of these agreements is identical in all material respects except for the Purchasers.
 
% Schedules and similar attachments have been omitted from these agreements. The registrant will furnish supplementally a copy of any omitted schedule or attachment to the Commission upon request.
 
+ Management or compensatory plan or agreement.
 
# Portions of these exhibits have been omitted pursuant to a request for confidential treatment filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
 
(1) Previously filed as an exhibit to Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2001.
 
(2) Previously filed as an exhibit to Registration Statement No. 333-30264 dated February 11, 2000.
 
(3) Previously filed as an exhibit to Amendment No. 2 to Registration Statement No. 333-30264 on Form S-1 dated May 4, 2000.
 
(4) Previously filed as an exhibit to Amendment No. 1 to Registration Statement No. 333-30264 on Form S-1 dated March 28, 2000.
 
(5) Previously filed as an exhibit to Current Report on Form 8-K filed on January 14, 2003.
 
(6) Previously filed as an exhibit to Current Report on Form 8-K filed on June 19, 2003.
 
(7) Previously filed as an exhibit to Amendment No. 3 to Registration Statement No. 333-30264 on Form S-1 dated May 18, 2000.
 
(8) Previously filed as an exhibit to Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2003.
 
(9) Previously filed as an exhibit to Registration Statement No. 333-69336 on Form S-8 filed on September 13, 2001.
 
(10) Previously filed as an exhibit to Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2004.
 
(11) Previously filed as an exhibit to Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2001.
 
(12) Previously filed as an exhibit to Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2004.
 
(13) Previously filed as an exhibit to Form 10-K for the period ended December 31, 2003.
 
(14) Previously filed as an exhibit to Registration Statement No. 333-116182 dated June 4, 2004.
 
(15) Previously filed as an exhibit to Current Report on Form 8-K dated April 5, 2005.
 
(16) Previously filed as an exhibit to Form 10-Q for the period ended March 31, 2005.


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(17) Previously filed as an exhibit to Form 10-K for the period ended December 31, 2005.
 
(18) Previously filed as an exhibit to Form 10-Q for the period ended March 31, 2006.
 
(19) Previously filed as an exhibit to Current Report on Form 8-K dated July 18, 2006.
 
(20) Previously filed as an exhibit to Current Report on Form 8-K dated July 28, 2006.
 
(21) Previously filed as an exhibit to Current Report on Form 8-K dated August 4, 2006.
 
(22) Previously filed as an exhibit to Current Report on Form 8-K dated October 12, 2006.
 
(23) Previously filed as an exhibit to Current Report on Form 8-K dated January 5, 2007.
 
(24) Previously filed as an exhibit to Current Report on Form 8-K dated January 24, 2007.
 
(25) Previously filed as an exhibit to Current Report on Form 8-K dated February 22, 2007.
 
All other schedules and exhibits are omitted because they are not applicable or because the required information is contained in the Financial Statements or Notes thereto.

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EXHIBIT 10.15
CHANGE IN CONTROL AGREEMENT
     This Change in Control Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into effective as of ___by and between Mobility Electronics, Inc., a Delaware corporation (“Employer”), and ___(“Employee”).
     WHEREAS, Employee currently serves as a key employee of Employer whose services and knowledge are valuable to Employer; and
     WHEREAS, the Board of Directors of Employer has determined that it is in the best interests of Employer and its stockholders to secure Employee’s continued services and to ensure Employee’s continued dedication and objectivity in the event of any threat or occurrence of, or negotiation or other action that could lead to, or create the possibility of, a Change in Control (as defined in Section 1 below) of Employer, without concern as to whether Employee might be hindered or distracted by personal uncertainties and risks created by any such possible Change in Control, and to encourage Employee’s full attention and dedication to Employer;
     NOW THEREFORE, for good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the parties hereto agree as follows:
     1. Definition of Terms. The following terms referred to in this Agreement shall have the following meanings:
          (a) “Change In Control” shall mean the occurrence of one or more of the following events:
  (i)   Any person within the meaning of Section 13(d) and 14(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), other than Employer (including its subsidiaries, directors or executive officers) has become the beneficial owner, within the meaning of Rule 13d-3 under the Exchange Act, of fifty percent (50%) or more of the combined voting power of Employer’s then outstanding common stock or equivalent in voting power of any class or classes of Employer’s outstanding securities ordinarily entitled to vote in elections of directors (“voting securities”);
 
  (ii)   Shares representing fifty percent (50%) or more of the combined voting power of Employer’s voting securities are purchased pursuant to a tender offer or exchange offer (other than an offer by Employer or its subsidiaries, directors or executive officers);
 
  (iii)   As a result of, or in connection with, any tender offer or exchange offer, merger or other business combination, sale

 


 

      of assets or contested election, or any combination of the foregoing transactions (a “Transaction”), the persons who were directors of Employer before the Transaction shall cease to constitute a majority of the Board of Directors of Employer or of any successor to Employer;
 
  (iv)   Following the date hereof, Employer is merged or consolidated with another corporation and as a result of such merger or consolidation less than fifty percent (50%) of the outstanding voting securities of the surviving or resulting corporation shall then be owned in the aggregate by the former stockholders of Employer, other than (1) any party to such merger or consolidation, or (2) any “affiliates” of any such party, where an “affiliate” means any person controlling, controlled by or under common control with such party; or
 
  (v)   Employer transfers more than fifty percent (50%) of its assets, or the last of a series of transfers results in the transfer of more than fifty percent (50%) of the assets of Employer, or Employer transfers a business unit and/or business division responsible for more than thirty-five percent (35%) of Employer’s revenue for the twelve-month period preceding the month in which such transfer occurred, in either case, to another entity that is not wholly-owned by Employer. Any determination required above in this subsection (v) shall be made by the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors of Employer, as constituted immediately prior to the occurrence of such event.
          (b) “Involuntary Termination” shall mean: (i) a material reduction in Employee’s duties and responsibilities without Employee’s consent; (ii) a required relocation by Employee from the Phoenix, Arizona metroplex; (iii) a reduction in Employee’s Salary without Employee’s prior written consent; (iv) any purported termination of Employee by Employer which is not effected for Just Cause; or (v) Employer’s failure to obtain the assumption of this Agreement by any successors as contemplated in Section 5 below.
          (c) “Just Cause” shall mean (i) conviction of a felony or commission of any act of fraud, moral turpitude or dishonesty, (ii) an intentional, material violation of a statutory or fiduciary duty not corrected within ten (10) days after notice from Employer, or (iii) Employee’s violation of reasonable instructions or policies established by Employer with respect to the operation of its business and affairs or Employee’s failure to carry out the reasonable instructions of the Chief Executive Officer or Board of Directors of Employer and following notice thereof from Employer to Employee, Employee does not cure any such violation or failure within ten (10) days following

 


 

notice from Employer; provided, however, that Employee will not be entitled to cure any breach or failure under this subclause (iii) more than once in any consecutive three (3) month period.
     2. Term of Agreement. This Agreement shall terminate upon the date that all obligations of the parties hereto under this Agreement have been satisfied or, if earlier, on the date prior to a Change in Control in which Employee is no longer employed by Employer or the parties mutually agree in writing to its termination.
     3. At-Will Employment. Employer and Employee acknowledge that Employee’s employment is and shall continue to be at-will, as defined under applicable law. If Employee’s employment terminates for any reason, Employee shall not be entitled to any payments, benefits, damages, awards or compensation other than as provided by this Agreement or as may otherwise be established under Employer’s then existing employee benefit plans or policies at the time of termination.
     4. Involuntary Termination Following a Change in Control. In the event Employee’s employment with Employer terminates as a result of an Involuntary Termination at any time within two (2) years following a Change In Control, then, Employee shall be entitled to receive the following:
         (a) a lump-sum payment equal to six (6) months of Employee’s base annual salary in effect as of the date of such Involuntary Termination; and
         (b) a lump-sum payment equal to six (6) months of Employee’s maximum bonus for the full fiscal year in which the Involuntary Termination occurs (assuming for such purposes, that 100% of the targets were achieved).
     5. Vesting of Equity Compensation Upon a Change In Control. Immediately upon a Change In Control, all stock options held by Employee shall become immediately and fully vested and exercisable and all shares of restricted stock issued to Employee under any benefit plan shall become immediately and fully vested and not subject to restriction, and the term of any stock option, at Employee’s option, shall be extended to the maximum term under the applicable stock option agreement (with any such extended stock option that is an incentive stock option being deemed to be automatically changed to a non-qualified stock option).
     6. Successors.
          (a) Employer’s Successors. Any successor to Employer (whether direct or indirect and whether by purchase, lease, merger, consolidation, liquidation or otherwise) to all or substantially all of Employer’s business and/or assets shall assume Employer’s obligations under this Agreement and agree expressly to perform Employer’s obligations under this Agreement in the same manner and to the same extent as Employer would be required to perform such obligations in the absence of a succession. For all purposes under this Agreement, the term “Employer” shall include any successor to Employer’s business and/or assets which executes and delivers the assumption agreement

 


 

described in this subsection (a) or which becomes bound by the terms of this Agreement by operation of law.
          (b) Employee’s Successors. Without Employer’s written consent, Employee shall not assign or transfer this Agreement or any right or obligation under this Agreement to any other person or entity. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the terms of this Agreement and all rights of Employee hereunder shall inure to the benefit of, and be enforceable by, Employee’s personal or legal representatives, executors, administrators, successors, heirs, distributes, devisees and legatees.
     7. Notices. Any notices, consents, demands, requests, approvals and other communications to be given under this Agreement by either party to the other shall be deemed to have been duly given if given in writing and personally delivered or sent by fcourier service, overnight delivery service or by mail, registered or certified, postage prepaid with return receipt requested, as follows:
             
 
  If to Employer:   Mobility Electronics, Inc.
17800 N. Perimeter Drive, Suite 200
Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
Attn: Chief Executive Officer
   
 
           
 
  If to Employee:         
 
            
 
            
 
            
 
           
Notices delivered personally or by courier service or overnight delivery shall be deemed communicated as of actual receipt; mailed notices shall be deemed communicated as of three days after the date of mailing.
     8. Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire agreement of the parties hereto with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings, oral or written between the parties hereto with respect to the subject matter hereof; however, this Agreement is intended to be read as consistent with, and not to supersede, any employment agreement or confidentiality agreement which may exist between the parties. No modification or amendment of any of the terms, conditions or provisions herein may be made otherwise than by written agreement signed by the parties hereto.
     9. Governing Law and Venue. THE RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS OF THE PARTIES HEREUNDER SHALL BE INTERPRETED, CONSTRUED, AND ENFORCED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF ARIZONA, WITHOUT REGARD TO ITS CHOICE OF LAW PRINCIPLES. THE PARTIES IRREVOCABLY CONSENT TO JURISDICTION AND VENUE OF THE COURTS LOCATED IN ARIZONA FOR ALL DISPUTES ARISING FROM THIS AGREEMENT.

 


 

     10. Enforceability. If, for any reason, any provision contained in this Agreement should be held invalid in part by a court of competent jurisdiction, then it is the intent of each of the parties hereto that the balance of this Agreement be enforced to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law. Accordingly, should a court of competent jurisdiction determine that the scope of any covenant is too broad to be enforced as written, it is the intent of each of the parties that the court should reform such covenant to such narrower scope as it determines enforceable.
     11. Waiver of Breach. The waiver by any party hereto of a breach of any provision of this Agreement shall not operate or be construed as a waiver of any subsequent breach by any party.
     12. Captions. The captions in this Agreement are for convenience of reference only and shall not limit or otherwise affect any of the terms or provisions hereof.
     13. Costs. If any action at law or in equity is necessary to enforce or interpret the terms of this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to reasonable attorneys’ fees, costs and necessary disbursements in addition to any other relief to which he or it may be entitled.
     14. Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original and all of which shall constitute one and the same instrument, but only one of which need be produced.
     IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have duly executed this Agreement as of the day and year first above written.
             
    MOBILITY ELECTRONICS, INC.    
 
           
 
  By:        
 
  Name:        
 
  Title:        
 
     
 
 
   
 
           
          
                   [Employee Name]    

 

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EXHIBIT 10.28
MODIFICATION AGREEMENT
             
DATE:       February 26, 2007
 
           
PARTIES:
  Borrower       MOBILITY ELECTRONICS, INC., a Delaware
corporation
 
           
 
  Lender:       JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A.,
RECITALS
     A. The Lender has extended to Borrower credit facilities (“Loan”) in the maximum aggregate principal amount of $10,000,000.00 pursuant to the Credit Agreement dated July 27, 2006 (“Credit Agreement”) between the Borrower and the Lender, and evidenced by the Note dated July 27, 2006 (“Note”). The aggregate unpaid principal of the Loan as of the date hereof is $0. All undefined capitalized terms used herein shall have the meaning given them in the Credit Agreement.
     B. The Loan is secured by the Security Documents.
     C. Continuing Guarantees of even date with the Note guaranteeing repayment of the Loan (together, the “Guarantee Agreements”) were executed and delivered for the benefit of the Lender by iGo Direct Corporation, a Delaware corporation, Mobility California, Inc., a Delaware corporation, Mobility Idaho, Inc., a Delaware corporation, and Mobility Texas, Inc., a Texas corporation (collectively, the “Guarantors”).
     D. Borrower has requested that the Lender modify the Credit Documents as provided herein. The Lender is willing to so modify the Credit Documents, subject to the terms and conditions herein.
AGREEMENT
     For good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, Borrower and Lender agree as follows:
SECTION 1.   ACCURACY OF RECITALS.
     Borrower acknowledges the accuracy of the Recitals.
SECTION 2.   MODIFICATION OF CREDIT DOCUMENTS.
     2.1 That Pledge and Security Agreement dated as of July 27, 2006 (the “Security Agreement”) between Borrower and Lender is hereby amended as follows:

 


 

     (a) The following definitions in Section 2.1 of the Security Agreement are hereby amended to read as follows:
     “Collateral” means, other than the Assets set forth on Exhibit “C” attached hereto, all Accounts, Chattel Paper, Documents, Equipment, Farm Products, Fixtures, General Intangibles excluding Assigned Patents (as herein defined), Instruments, Inventory, Investment Property, Pledged Deposits, and Other Collateral, wherever located, in which the Debtor now has or hereafter acquires any right or interest, and the proceeds (including Stock Rights), insurance proceeds and products thereof, together with all books and records, customer lists, credit files, computer files, programs, printouts and other computer materials and records related thereto.
     “General Intangibles” shall have the meaning set forth in Article 9 of the Arizona UCC, excluding the Assigned Patents.
     “Other Collateral” means any property of the Debtor, other than real estate and the Assigned Patents, not included within the defined terms Accounts, Chattel Paper, Documents, Equipment, Farm Products, Fixtures, General Intangibles, Instruments, Inventory, Investment Property, and Pledged Deposits, including, without limitation, all cash on hand, letter-of-credit rights, letters of credit, Stock Rights and Deposit Accounts or other deposits (general or special, time or demand, provisional or final) with any bank or other financial institution, it being intended that the Collateral include all property of the Debtor other than real estate and the Assigned Patents.
     (b) Section 2.1 of the Security Agreement is hereby amended by the addition of the following definition:
     “Assigned Patents” means those patents listed on Exhibit “B” attached hereto.
SECTION 3.   RATIFICATION OF CREDIT DOCUMENTS AND COLLATERAL.
     The Credit Documents are ratified and affirmed by Borrower and shall remain in full force and effect as modified herein. Any property or rights to or interests in property granted as security in the Credit Documents shall remain as security for the Loan and the obligations of Borrower in the Credit Documents.
SECTION 4.   BORROWER REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES.
     Borrower represents and warrants to the Lender:
     4.1 No default or event of default under any of the Credit Documents as modified herein, nor any event, that, with the giving of notice or the passage of time or both, would be a default or an event of default under the Credit Documents as modified herein has occurred and is continuing.

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     4.2 There has been no material adverse change in the financial condition of Borrower or any other person whose financial statement has been delivered to the Lender in connection with the Loan from the most recent financial statement received by the Lender.
     4.3 Each and all representations and warranties of Borrower in the Credit Documents are accurate on the date hereof.
     4.4 Borrower has no claims, counterclaims, defenses, or set-offs with respect to the Loan or the Credit Documents as modified herein.
     4.5 The Credit Documents as modified herein are the legal, valid, and binding obligation of Borrower, enforceable against Borrower in accordance with their terms, subject to or limited by bankruptcy, insolvency, reorganization, arrangement, moratorium, or other similar laws relating to or affecting the rights of creditors generally.
     4.6 Borrower is validly existing under the laws of the State of its formation or organization and has the requisite power and authority to execute and deliver this Agreement and to perform the Credit Documents as modified herein. The execution and delivery of this Agreement and the performance of the Credit Documents as modified herein have been duly authorized by all requisite action by or on behalf of Borrower. This Agreement has been duly executed and delivered on behalf of Borrower.
SECTION 5.   BORROWER COVENANTS.
     Borrower covenants with the Lender:
     5.1 Borrower shall execute, deliver, and provide to the Lender such additional agreements, documents, and instruments as reasonably required by the Lender to effectuate the intent of this Agreement.
     5.2 Borrower fully, finally, and absolutely and forever releases and discharges the Lender and its present and former directors, shareholders, officers, employees, agents, representatives, successors and assigns, and their separate and respective heirs, personal representatives, successors and assigns, from any and all actions, causes of action, claims, debts, damages, demands, liabilities, obligations, and suits, of whatever kind or nature, in law or equity of Borrower, whether now known or unknown to Borrower, and whether contingent or matured, (i) in respect of the Loan, the Credit Documents, or the actions or omissions of the Lender in respect of the Loan or the Credit Documents and (ii) arising from events occurring prior to the date of this Agreement.

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SECTION 6.   CONDITIONS PRECEDENT.
     The agreements of the Lender and the modifications contained herein shall not be binding upon the Lender until the Lender has received, at Borrower’s expense, all of the following, all of which shall be in form and content satisfactory to the Lender and shall be subject to approval by the Lender:
     6.1 An original of this Agreement fully executed by the Borrower and the Guarantors;
     6.2 Such other documents as the Lender may reasonably request;
     6.3 Such resolutions or authorizations and such other documents as the Lender may require relating to the existence and good standing of the Borrower, and the authority of any person executing this Agreement or other documents on behalf of the Borrower; and
     6.4 Payment of all the internal and external costs and expenses incurred by the Lender in connection with this Agreement (including, without limitation, inside and outside attorneys, appraisal, appraisal review, processing, title, filing, and recording costs, expenses, and fees).
SECTION 7.   INTEGRATION, ENTIRE AGREEMENT, CHANGE, DISCHARGE, TERMINATION, OR WAIVER.
     The Credit Documents as modified herein contain the complete understanding and agreement of Borrower and the Lender in respect of the Loan and supersede all prior representations, warranties, agreements, arrangements, understandings, and negotiations. No provision of the Credit Documents as modified herein may be changed, discharged, supplemented, terminated, or waived except in a writing signed by the parties thereto.
SECTION 8.   BINDING EFFECT.
     The Credit Documents as modified herein shall be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of Borrower and the Lender and their successors and assigns and the executors, legal administrators, personal representatives, heirs, devisees, and beneficiaries of Borrower, provided, however, Borrower may not assign any of its right or delegate any of its obligation under the Credit Documents and any purported assignment or delegation shall be void.
SECTION 9.   CHOICE OF LAW.
     This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Arizona, without giving effect to conflicts of law principles

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SECTION 10.   COUNTERPART EXECUTION.
     This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original and all of which together shall constitute one and the same document. Signature pages may be detached from the counterparts and attached to a single copy of this Agreement to physically form one document.
     DATED as of the date first above stated.
       
  MOBILITY ELECTRONICS, INC., a Delaware
corporation
 
 
  By:   /s/ Joan W. Brubacher    
  Name:   Joan W. Brubacher   
  Title:   EVP & CFO   
 
       
  JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A.
 
 
  By:   /s/ Robert L. Cummings    
  Name:   Robert L. Cummings   
  Title:   Senior Vice President   
LENDER

 


 

CONSENT AND AGREEMENT OF GUARANTORS
     With respect to the Modification Agreement, dated February 26, 2007 (“Agreement”), between MOBILITY ELECTRONICS, INC., a Delaware corporation, (“Borrower”), and JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., a national banking association (“Lender”), the undersigned (individually and, if more than one, collectively “Guarantor”) agrees for the benefit of Lender as follows:
     1. Guarantor acknowledges (i) receiving a copy of and reading the Agreement, (ii) the accuracy of the Recitals in the Agreement, and (iii) the effectiveness of (A) the Guarantee Agreements as modified herein, and (B) any other agreements, documents, or instruments securing or otherwise relating to such guarantees, as modified herein. The Guarantee Agreements and such other agreements, documents, and instruments, as modified herein, are referred to individually and collectively as the “Guarantor Documents.”
     2. Guarantor consents to the modification of the Credit Documents and all other matters in the Agreement.
     3. Guarantor fully, finally, and forever releases and discharges Lender and its successors, assigns, directors, officers, employees, agents, and representatives from any and all actions, causes of action, claims, debts, demands, liabilities, obligations, and suits of whatever kind or nature, in law or equity, that Guarantor has or in the future may have, whether known or unknown, (i) in respect of the Loan, the Credit Documents, the Guarantor Documents, or the actions or omissions of the Lender in respect of the Loan, the Credit Documents, or the Guarantor Documents and (ii) arising from events occurring prior to the date hereof.
     4. Guarantor agrees that all references, if any, to the Note, the Credit Agreement, the Security Documents, and the Credit Documents in the Guarantor Documents shall be deemed to refer to such agreements, documents, and instruments as modified by the Agreement.
     5. Guarantor reaffirms the Guarantor Documents and agrees that the Guarantor Documents continue in full force and effect and remain unchanged, except as specifically modified by this Consent and Agreement of Guarantors. Any property or rights to or interests in property granted as security in the Guarantor Documents shall remain as security for the Guarantee Agreements and the obligations of Guarantor in such guarantees.
     6. Guarantor agrees that the Credit Documents, as modified by the Agreement, and the Guarantor Documents, as modified by this Consent and Agreement of Guarantors, are the legal, valid, and binding obligations of Borrower and the undersigned, respectively, enforceable in accordance with their terms against Borrower and the undersigned, respectively.
     7. Guarantor agrees that Guarantor has no claims, counterclaims, defenses, or offsets with respect to the enforcement against Guarantor of the Guarantor Documents.

 


 

     8. Guarantor represents and warrants that there has been no material adverse change in the financial condition of any Guarantor from the most recent financial statement received by the Lender.
     9. Guarantor agrees that this Consent and Agreement of Guarantors may be executed in one or more counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original and all of which together shall constitute one and the same document. Signature and acknowledgement pages may be detached from the counterparts and attached to a single copy of this Consent and Agreement of Guarantors to physically form one document.
     DATED as of the date of the Agreement.
       
  IGO DIRECT CORPORATION, a Delaware
corporation
 
 
  By:   /s/ Joan W. Brubacher    
  Name:   Joan W. Brubacher   
  Title:   VP & CFO   
 
       
  MOBILITY CALIFORNIA, INC., a Delaware
corporation
 
 
  By:   /s/ Joan W. Brubacher    
  Name:   Joan W. Brubacher   
  Title:   VP & CFO   
 
       
  MOBILITY IDAHO, INC., a Delaware corporation
 
 
  By:   /s/ Joan W. Brubacher    
  Name:   Joan W. Brubacher   
  Title:   VP & CFO   
 
       
  MOBILITY TEXAS, INC., a Texas corporation
 
 
  By:   /s/ Joan W. Brubacher    
  Name:   Joan W. Brubacher   
  Title:   VP & CFO   
 
GUARANTORS

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EXHIBIT “B”
ASSIGNED PATENTS
             
Patent or            
Application No.   Country   Filing Date   Title of Patent and First Named Inventor
5,838,539
  US   11/8/95   Docking Module for Portable Computer
 
           
 
          Jeffrey Doss
 
5,781,747
  US   11/14/95   Method and Apparatus for Extending the Signal Path of a Peripheral Component Interconnect Bus to a Remote Location (MAGMA)
 
           
 
          Paul Smith
 
5,696,667
  US   4/15/96   Backplane for high Speed Data processing System
 
           
 
          Andrew R. Berding
 
AU9724588
  AU   04/11/1997   Backplane for high Speed Data processing System
 
           
 
          Andrew R. Berding
 
5,941,965
  US   7/12/96   Universal Docking Station
 
           
 
          John A. Moroz
 
6,205,201
  US   6/16/97   Telephone Line Testing Device
 
           
 
          Paul R. Prince
 
5,930,119
  US   2/26/98   Backplane Having Reduced LC Product
 
           
 
          Andrew R. Berding
 
IL138053
  IL   02/24/1999   Backplane having reduced LC product
 
           
 
          Andrew R. Berding
 
KR2000709524
  KR   02/24/1999   Backplane having reduced LC product
 
           
 
          Andrew R. Berding
 
JP2000534033
  JP   02/24/1999   Backplane having reduced LC product
 
           
 
          Andrew R. Berding
 
6,093,039
  US   8/6/98   Docking Device for a Portable Computer
 
           
 
          Charles Lord
 
6,256,691
  US   1/11/00   Universal Docking Station (Moroz #2)
 
Pending Applications
           
 
09/706,147
  US   11/2/00   Telephone Handset Switching Method and Apparatus
 
11/472,025
  US   6/22/06   High Speed PCIe Connector Having
Differential Pair Pin Assignments
 
PCT/US97/06113
  WO   04/11/1997   Backplane for high speed data processing system
 
 
          Andrew R. Berding

 


 

             
Patent or            
Application No.   Country   Filing Date   Title of Patent and First Named Inventor
 
EP97920374
  EP   04/11/1997   Backplane for high Speed Data processing System
 
           
 
          Andrew R. Berding
 
60/017,725
  US   05/16/1996   Universal docking station
 
           
 
          John A. Moroz
 
09/217,110
  US   12/21/1998   Universal docking station
 
           
 
          John A. Moroz
 
09/877,562
  US   06/08/2001   Universal docking station
 
           
 
          John A. Moroz
 
09/060,548
  US   04/15/1998   Telephone line testing device and equipment protector
 
PCT/US98/12451
  WO   06/15/1998   Telephone line testing device and equipment protector
 
           
 
          Richard Paul Prince
 
PCT/US99/03953
  WO   02/24/1999   Backplane having reduced LC product
 
           
 
          Andrew R. Berding
 
CA2322151
  CA   02/24/1999   Backplane having reduced LC product
 
           
 
          Andrew R. Berding
 
AU19990033097
  AU   02/24/1999   Backplane having reduced LC product
 
           
 
          Andrew R. Berding
 
EP19990936158
  EP   02/24/1999   Backplane having reduced LC product
 
           
 
          Andrew R. Berding

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EXHIBIT “C”
ASSETS
ALL ASSETS OF BORROWER’S HANDHELD CRADLE BUSINESS AS ATTACHED
HERETO AS SCHEDULE 1.
ALL ASSETS OF BORROWER’S EXPANSION AND DOCKING BUSINESS AS
ATTACHED HERETO AS SCHEDULE 2.

 


 

SCHEDULE 1
HANDHELD CRADLE ASSETS

 


 

SCHEDULE 2
EXPANSION AND DOCKING ASSETS

 

EX-23.1 4 p73601exv23w1.htm EX-23.1 exv23w1
 

EXHIBIT 23.1
Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
The Board of Directors and Stockholders
Mobility Electronics, Inc.:
We consent to the incorporation by reference in the registration statements Nos. 333-131222, 333-112023, 333-108623, 333-108283 and 333-99845 on Form S-3 and Nos. 333-116182, 333-102990, 333-69336 and 333-47210 on Form S-8, of Mobility Electronics, Inc. of our reports dated March 15, 2007, with respect to the consolidated balance sheets of Mobility Electronics, Inc. and subsidiaries as of December 31, 2006 and 2005, and the related consolidated statements of operations, stockholders’ equity and comprehensive income (loss), and cash flows for each of the years in the three-year period ended December 31, 2006, management’s assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2006, and the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2006, which reports appear in the December 31, 2006, annual report on Form 10-K of Mobility Electronics, Inc.
As discussed in Note 2 to the consolidated financial statements, effective January 1, 2006, the Company adopted the provisions of Statement of Financial Accounting Standards (SFAS) No. 123R, Share-Based Payment.
/s/ KPMG LLP
Phoenix, Arizona
March 15, 2007

 

EX-31.1 5 p73601exv31w1.htm EX-31.1 exv31w1
 

EXHIBIT 31.1
CERTIFICATION
I, Charles R. Mollo, certify that:
1. I have reviewed this annual report on Form 10-K of Mobility Electronics, Inc.;
2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;
3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;
4. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:
     a) Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;
     b) Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;
     c) Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and
     d) Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant’s most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant’s fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting; and
5. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant’s auditors and the audit committee of the registrant’s board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):
     a) All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant’s ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and
     b) Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting.
     
/s/ Charles R. Mollo
 
   
Charles R. Mollo
   
President and Chief Executive Officer
   
March 15, 2007
   

 

EX-31.2 6 p73601exv31w2.htm EX-31.2 exv31w2
 

EXHIBIT 31.2
CERTIFICATION
I, Joan W. Brubacher, certify that:
1. I have reviewed this annual report on Form 10-K of Mobility Electronics, Inc.;
2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this quarterly report;
3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;
4. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:
     a) Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;
     b) Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;
     c) Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and
     d) Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant’s most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant’s fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting; and
5. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant’s auditors and the audit committee of the registrant’s board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):
     a) All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant’s ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and
     b) Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting.
     
/s/ Joan W. Brubacher
 
   
Joan W. Brubacher
   
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
   
March 15, 2007
   

 

EX-32.1 7 p73601exv32w1.htm EX-32.1 exv32w1
 

EXHIBIT 32.1
CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350,
AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO
SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002
     The undersigned, the Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Financial Officer of Mobility Electronics, Inc. (the “Company”), each certifies that, to his or her knowledge on the date of this certification:
     1. The annual report of the Company for the period ending December 31, 2006 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on this date (the “Report”) fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934; and
     2. The information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of the Company.
         
March 15, 2007
  /s/ Charles R. Mollo
 
   
 
  Charles R. Mollo    
 
  President and Chief Executive Officer    
 
       
 
  /s/ Joan W. Brubacher    
 
       
 
  Joan W. Brubacher    
 
  Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer    

 

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