Francisco Partners Completes Acquisition of EF Johnson Technologies, Inc.

Irving, TX – August 13, 2010 – EF Johnson Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: EFJI) today announced that FP-EF Holding Company, Inc., an affiliate of Francisco Partners, a global technology-focused private equity fund, has completed its acquisition of EF Johnson Technologies, Inc. Under the terms of the merger agreement approved by stockholders, FP-EF Holding Company has acquired all of the outstanding shares of EF Johnson Technologies, based on a price of $1.50 per share in cash.

“EF Johnson has a long history of providing quality products and services to customers in its core markets,” said Ashutosh Agrawal, Principal at Francisco Partners. “We are looking forward to partnering with the Company’s management team to provide our customers with leading products, and the industry’s best customer experience.”

“The EF Johnson team is excited to be joining Francisco Partners,” said Michael E. Jalbert, the outgoing Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of EF Johnson Technologies. “Our extensive technology capabilities and shared focus on customer service create a compelling offering in this growing industry.”

“I’m looking forward to leading the EF Johnson team as it pursues its strategic goals and continues to focus on providing the highest quality secure communications solutions for its customers,” said Norman Stout, the incoming Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Stout brings more than 20 years’ of technology experience to the position.

About EF Johnson Technologies, Inc.

EF Johnson Technologies, Inc. is an independent subsidiary of JVCKENWOOD Corporation. Headquartered in Irving, Texas, EFJohnson focuses on innovating, developing and marketing the highest quality secure communications solutions to organizations whose mission is to protect and save lives. The Company’s customers include first responders in public safety and public service, the federal government, and industrial organizations. The Company’s products are marketed under the EFJohnson and Kenwood brands. For more information, visit www.efjohnson.com.

About JVCKENWOOD

JVCKENWOOD is a global manufacturer specializing in Automotive and Professional System Solutions. It was reborn as one company in October 2011 through the merger of Victor Company of Japan, Limited (JVC) and Kenwood Corporation (Kenwood) three years after management integration. JVCKENWOOD operates four business segments, Car Electronics, Professional Systems, Optical & Audio, and Entertainment Software with image, sound, and radio technologies, as well as infotainment and visual software. JVCKENWOOD creates excitement and peace of mind, while aiming to achieve profitable growth and become a business group that is widely trusted by society. For more information, visit http://www.jvckenwood.co.jp/en/.

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