Patent for Extended SMS Methodology Issued to OMicro

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October 17, 2011.O₂Micro® International Limited (NASDAQ:

OIIM

) was issued 5 claims under United States patent number 7,983,301for its Short Message Service (SMS) for wireless communications invention.

O₂Micro's invention uses a method that extends SMS capabilities, thereby enhancing a mobile device’s ability to transmit short messages over a wireless communication network.

Arthur Su, regional GM, business development, O₂Micro, said “This patented invention allows different sizes and types of data to be transmitted as short messages between cell phones, for example, from different manufacturers.”

About O₂Micro

Founded in April 1995, O₂Micro develops and markets innovative power management and e-commerce components for the Computer, Consumer, Industrial, and Communications markets. Products include Intelligent Lighting, Battery Management, and Power Management.

O₂Micro International maintains an extensive portfolio of intellectual property with 16,692 patent claims granted, and over 18,000 more pending. The company maintains offices worldwide. Additional company and product information can be found on thecompany website at www.o2micro.com.

O₂Micro, the O₂Micro logo, and combinations thereof are registered trademarks of O₂Micro. All other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Contact Information:
Gary E. Abbott
Director of Investor Relations, O₂Micro
Phone: 408.987.5920. x8888
Email:gary.abbott@o2micro.com

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