Syntax-Brillian To Supply Headplay With Technology For New Consumer Electronics Product

Multi-Year Agreement Includes Initial Purchase Order of Syntax-Brillian’s LCoS™ and Near-to-Eye Technologies

July 14, 2006

Syntax-Brillian Corporation (Nasdaq: BRLC), a manufacturer and marketer of LCD and LCoS™ HDTVs, digital entertainment products and near-to-eye products today announced that it has entered into a multi-year agreement with HEADPLAY, Inc. (“HEADPLAY”), a Los Angeles-based visual entertainment and technology company, to supply parts for HEADPLAY’s new consumer electronics product. The supply agreement is projected to generate a total of $17 million in revenues to Syntax-Brillian over its term - including a $1.8 million initial purchase order for Syntax-Brillian’s Z86D-3 liquid-crystal-on-silicon (LCoS™) microdisplay. “This agreement is the result of nearly five years of fruitful collaboration with Headplay,” said Rainer Kuhn, Vice President for Custom/Pro/OEM Sales and Product Marketing for Syntax-Brillian Corporation. “With HEADPLAY, we are confident that we have a partner that not only understands our innovative near-to-eye technology, but understands the market and knows how to develop compelling products that consumers will love.” “Syntax-Brillian is the perfect technology partner for our digital entertainment initiatives,” said Glen Ward, co-CEO of HEADPLAY and former CEO of Virgin Entertainment Group (North America). “Their innovative LCoS™ technology and near-to-eye products will enable HEADPLAY to deliver an exciting new offering in the area of personal entertainment products. We’re looking forward to sharing more details on our new product line in the near future.” About Syntax-Brillian Corporation Syntax-Brillian Corporation (www.syntaxbrillian.com) is one of the world's leading manufacturers and marketers of LCD and LCoS™ HDTVs and digital entertainment products. The company's lead products include its Olevia brand (www.olevia.com) of widescreen HDTV-ready and HD-built-in LCD TVs – one of the fastest growing global TV brands – and its next-generation Gen II LCoS™ 720p and 1080p rear-projection HDTVs for the high-end video/audio market. Syntax-Brillian's global supply chain, Asian operations, and North American sales channels position the company as a market leader in consumer and high-end HDTV and digital entertainment products. Brillian and LCoS are trademarks or registered trademarks of Syntax-Brillian Corp. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. About Headplay HEADPLAY, Inc. is a personal entertainment and visual technology company with operations in Los Angeles, California and Calgary, Alberta. HEADPLAY is developing new cutting-edge products for the consumer electronics market.

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