TeleCommunication Systems' Embedded Navigation, Maps and Software Components Included in BlackBerry 10

ANNAPOLIS, Md., Feb. 1,  2013 /PRNewswire/ -- TeleCommunication Systems, Inc. (TCS) (NASDAQ: TSYS), a world leader in highly reliable and secure mobile communication technology, today announced that its map, local search, location services and navigation application, along with software components, are included in the new BlackBerry® 10 platform.

The TCS-powered maps application ships with the new BlackBerry 10 smartphones and TCS' associated Application Program Interfaces (APIs) are also available for BlackBerry 10 developers. The mapping and navigation solution includes a series of planned updates and innovation to expand the feature set and to enhance the content and user experience.

News Facts:

• BlackBerry 10 smartphone customers can easily search for and locate businesses, as well as points of interest.
• The feature-rich map and navigation solution includes maps, points of interest and traffic information.
• TCS' NAVBuilder® Inside software components are available through APIs as part of the Native SDK developer toolkit for BlackBerry 10, providing third-party developers with powerful, easy-to-use functions that incorporate maps and a range of location-aware content for their applications.

Supporting Quote:

Jay Whitehurst, senior vice president, Commercial Software Group, TCS, said:

"BlackBerry has embarked on an ambitious path with the development and release of the BlackBerry 10 platform, and we are delighted to be partnering with them. Navigation and LBS components are key requirements for all smartphones today. For TCS, the launch of the new BlackBerry10 smartphones will allow us to reach a truly global audience, and we are proud to be able to work with such a leading brand in the mobile space."

About TeleCommunication Systems, Inc.

TeleCommunication Systems, Inc. (TCS) (NASDAQ: TSYS) is a world leader in highly reliable and secure mobile communication technology. TCS infrastructure forms the foundation for market leading solutions in E9-1-1, text messaging, commercial location and deployable wireless communications. TCS is at the forefront of new mobile cloud computing services providing wireless applications for navigation, hyper-local search, asset tracking, social applications and telematics. Millions of consumers around the world use TCS wireless apps as a fundamental part of their daily lives. Government agencies utilize TCS' cyber security expertise, professional services, and highly secure deployable satellite solutions for mission-critical communications. Headquartered in Annapolis, MD, TCS maintains technical, service and sales offices around the world. To learn more about emerging and innovative wireless technologies, visit www.telecomsys.com.

Except for the historical information contained herein, this news release contains forward-looking statements as defined within Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties and are based upon TCS' current expectations and assumptions that if incorrect would cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated. Risks include those detailed from time to time in the Company's SEC reports, including the report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2011, and on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2012.

Existing and prospective investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise the information in this press release, whether as a result of new information, future events or circumstances, or otherwise.

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