HOLTSVILLE, N.Y., Oct. 3, 2003 ? The following information pertains to the teleconference and web conference to be hosted by Symbol Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:SBL) at 5 p.m. ET, October 8, 2003, which was announced September 30.

In a news release and during the conference, Symbol will report unaudited 2003 first- and second-quarter results as well as the impact of the pending restatement on previously reported financial results for years 1998 through 2002, also unaudited.

Those interested in participating in the conference call should dial 719-457-2645 at least 10 minutes prior to commencement of the call, which also will be available as an audio Web cast via the Symbol Web site, www.symbol.com/investors. A telephonic replay will be available beginning at noon ET October 9 through October 15, 2003, on a 24-hour non-stop basis. The dial-in number to access this replay is: 719-457-0820 ? Access Code: 610777.

In addition to the teleconference, the company will host a simultaneous webcast presentation via WebEx, an online PowerPoint document sharing Web site. Those interested in viewing the WebEx presentation should go to http://symbol.webex.com at least 10 minutes prior to the start of the teleconference. At the site, log in to the "Symbol Technologies- Q2 '03 Earnings Release" by clicking the "join" button; you are required to provide your name and e-mail address. Please be advised that WebEx permits you to enroll prior to the conference, but this is not mandatory for participation. This is an unrestricted Web site and a password is not required. A synchronized WebEx and audio replay will be available on the Company's investor homepage beginning at noon ET October 9 through October 15, 2003, on a 24-hour non-stop basis.

A copy of the presentation will be posted in PDF format on the Company's Investor homepage.

About Symbol Technologies

Symbol Technologies, Inc. delivers enterprise mobility solutions that enable anywhere, anytime data and voice communication designed to increase productivity, reduce costs and realize competitive advantage. Symbol systems and services integrate rugged mobile computing, advanced data capture, wireless networking and mobility software for the world's leading retailers, transportation and logistics companies and manufacturers as well as government agencies and providers of healthcare, hospitality and security. More information is available at http://www.symbol.com .

Source: Symbol Technologies