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KYOCERA Mita America Printers Awarded 2007 Editor's Choice Awards from Better Buys for Business

KYOCERA FS-2000D, FS-4000DN, and FS-9130DN printers earn highest honors

FAIRFIELD, N.J. – May 22, 2007 – Kyocera Mita America, Inc., one of the world's leading document solutions companies, is proud to announce that Better Buys for Business, a leading independent authority on document imaging equipment, has acknowledged the Kyocera FS-2000D, the FS-4000DN, and the FS-9130DN for its 2007 Editor’s Choice Awards.

According to Better Buys for Business the FS-2000D is a powerful printer with low consumables costs; and the FS-4000DN was recognized for low operating costs and exceptional paper handling coupled with a reasonable purchase price. Additionally, the FS-9130DN was noted as a strong entry in the Kyocera lineup, with Better Buys noting that the FS-9130DN has a “remarkably low cost of ownership”.

“Here at Better Buys for Business, we select the most exceptional printers on an annual basis, judging them on a rigorous analysis of all current models,” said Stephen Hannaford, editor, Better Buys for Business. "After passing a scrupulous, 10 step guideline review, Kyocera has once again proven itself to be a very strong player in the printer market, with highly- reliable and consistent devices.”

In selecting the Editor's Choice Award models, Better Buys for Business solicits and incorporates feedback from users about equipment performance, ease of use and brand satisfaction to recommend models that operate outstandingly in a "real-world" environment. Products must pass evaluation in 10 categories, including product area; features and technology overviews; vendor profiles; a detailed verdict on most models from most vendors; full specifications; and pricing information. Kyocera’s set of outstanding printers enabled them to secure a ranking in the prestigious award winners’ category.

Availability and Pricing
The FS-2000D and the FS-4000DN have a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $1,054 and $1,676, respectively. MSRP for the FS-9130DN is $3,465. To find the nearest dealer, log on to Kyocera Mita America’s Dealer Locator at www.kyoceramita.com/us

ABOUT BETTER BUYS FOR BUSINESS
Better Buys for Business is the nation’s leading independent authority on document imaging equipment (copiers, printers, faxes, and scanners). To assure its independence, Better Buys for Business accepts no advertising. Revenues are derived solely from the sales of its reports. For subscription information, call 800-24702185 or visit www.BetterBuys.com.

ABOUT KYOCERA MITA AMERICA
Kyocera Mita America, Inc. (www.kyoceramita.com/us), headquartered in Fairfield, N.J., is a leading provider of network-ready digital MFPs/printers, laser printers, color MFPs/printers, digital laser facsimiles, and multifunctional and wide format imaging solutions. Kyocera Mita America earned ISO 14001:2004 certification for its environmental management system in May 2007. Additionally, Kyocera Mita America achieved Microsoft Gold Certified Partner status with a competency in Information Worker Solutions, recognizing Kyocera’s technological expertise and impact in the document imaging management marketplace. Kyocera Mita America is a group company of Kyocera Corporation, the world's leading developer and manufacturer of advanced ceramics and associated products, including telecommunications equipment, semiconductor packages and electronic components. Kyocera Mita America, the first document solutions company with third-party certified sales data, has earned numerous honors for its products’ high performance, reliability and cost efficiency. Kyocera Corporation's consolidated net revenues were in excess of $10 billion for its fiscal year ending on March 31, 2007.