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ICRON to debut Wireless USB prototype on Freescale DS-UWB Chipset at Microsoft WinHEC Conference

BURNABY, B.C., April 25, 2005 - Icron Technologies Corporation (TSX Venture: IT), the developers of ExtremeUSB® today announced that it will be demonstrating its Wireless USB prototype at Microsoft’s WinHEC conference in Seattle WA this week.

As part of Icron’s Wireless USB program, the demonstration will show the power of Icron’s ExtremeUSB protocol implemented on the Freescale DS-UWB chipset. Icron’s Wireless USB System is the first and only true cable replacement solution that does not require any drivers or host controller changes, resulting in a fully transparent solution for all existing USB 1.1 and 2.0 devices in the market today.

Icron’s ExtremeUSB for Wireless technology can be integrated and deployed over any wireless technology including UWB, 802.11b/g/a/n or other proprietary 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz radio platforms.

“Offering the market wireless USB 2.0 solutions over a variety of RF platforms gives the user the ultimate flexibility for their applications. The USB market is not a one size fits all scenario, with some users demanding longer ranges or other unique performance options for their USB 1.1 or 2.0 applications”, commented Robert Eisses, VP Sales & Marketing.

The primary benefit of Icron’s Wireless USB solution is its existing USB 1.1 and 2.0 support, requiring no additional drivers, host controller changes, or user configurations. It is a true USB “plug and play” solution that gives the user a wire-like USB experience. It supports most operating systems including Windows, MAC OS, Linux, Unix and Solaris with no changes required.

About Icron Technologies Corp www.icron.com

Icron Technologies Corporation’s patented ExtremeUSB® technology extends the range of USB in wired environments and enables wireless USB over any RF technology. ExtremeUSB is the only USB-IF compliant extension solution and is deployed globally in a wide range of applications including: industrial automation, medical device, aerospace, KVM and computer networking. ExtremeUSB technology is available in a variety of formats including technology licenses, OEM modules, developer kits, as well as branded and private-label products. The company also provides a range of engineering and development services focused on unique USB connectivity issues."

Icron is a publicly traded corporation and trades under the symbol "IT" on the TSX Venture Exchange. For information on the company and its products, please visit www.icron.com and for detailed financial information visit www.sedar.com. The TSX Venture Exchange has not reviewed and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS: Except for statements of historical fact, all statements in this news release -- including, without limitation, statements regarding financial estimates and future plans and objectives of Icron -- are forward-looking statements that involve various risks and uncertainties. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate; actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements.

2005 Icron Technologies Corporation. ExtremeUSB®, USB Ranger™ are trademarks of Icron Technologies Corporation.

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