Philips closes acquisition of Lifeline Systems, Inc.

Thursday, March 23, 2006, Amsterdam, The Netherlands - Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) announced today that it has closed its acquisition of Lifeline Systems, Inc., a leading personal emergency response service company. Under the terms of the merger agreement announced on January 19, 2006, Lifeline shareholders received USD47.75 per share in cash, representing a total aggregate value of USD690 million net, of USD60 million cash and cash equivalents. As a result of the transaction, Lifeline Systems will be financially consolidated with immediate effect within the Consumer Health and Wellness business of Philips Domestic Appliances and Personal Care product division.

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