TechFaith to Showcase at International CTIA Wireless Show 2012 in New Orleans

BEIJING, April 24, 2012 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- China TechFaith Wireless Technology Limited (NASDAQ: CNTF) ("TechFaith" or the "Company") today announced it will have an expanded presence at the prominent United States wireless tradeshow, the International CTIA Wireless Show, being held in New Orleans from May 8th to 10th. TechFaith plans to showcase its broadened range of new mobile phones, along with its existing range of WCDMA/GSM/EVDO models. The Company will be located in New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, Zone A, booth number 2305.

For the WCDMA category, TechFaith plans to feature its Swift model, a 5.0 inch Android 2.3 smart phone with analog TV functionality, along with dual camera, dual Simcards, WiFi and more. Titan, TechFaith's popular IP67 rugged 3.5 inch water and shock resistant smart phone will also be featured.

For the CDMA/EVDO category, TechFaith plans to highlight its Eagle model, a 3.8 inch vibrant Android smart phone with a sleek business look and a 7.0 inch pad with dual cameras and enhanced battery capacity.

To view TechFaith full range of devices, please visit www.techfaithwireless.com.

About International CTIA Wireless Show

The international CTIA wireless show draws more than 40,000 qualified attendees every year and occupies more than 300,000 square feet of exhibition space. Additionally, its hosts over 1,000 exhibitors and attracts more than 1,100 press and analysts worldwide. To find out more about international CTIA Wireless show, please visit www.ctiawireless.com.

About TechFaith

TechFaith (NASDAQ: CNTF) has three primary businesses. Under the TechFaith umbrella, the Company is a leading global mobile solutions provider for global mobile handsets market (previously called ODP (Original Developed Product) business). Under its TecFace brand, the Company is a leading developer of specialized mobile phones for differentiated market segments, including the rapidly growing Smartphone market targeting Wireless Mobile Phone Network Operators and End users; Sports enthusiasts have a tailored line under the Jungle brand; and the Teen market is serviced under licensed brands. Under the Company's 17Vee brand, the Company has built a leading, intellectual property based motion gaming business ranging from Bluetooth enabled motion gaming controllers and software to a planned proprietary set-top motion game box. For more information, please visit www.techfaithwireless.com, www.17vee.com and www.798game.com.

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