New TouchPrint(TM) 4100 Slap & Roll Live Fingerprint Scanning Unit from Identix Delivers Enhanced Image Definition in a Compact Footprint

Identix Incorporated (Nasdaq:IDNX), the world's leading providerof multi-biometric solutions, today set a new standard of imagequality within federally mandated form factor requirements for livescan fingerprint image scanning devices with the introduction of theTouchPrint(TM) Enhanced Definition 4100 Slap & Roll Live Scan. Theproduct delivers revolutionary enhanced definition capabilities in amore compact unit -- a 6 inch by 6 inch footprint that weighs lessthan five pounds. The unit goes beyond simply meeting physical sizerequirements to fit tabletop spaces, kiosks and portable applicationsby adding exceptional image detail and clarity when compared tostandard definition systems. The product also incorporates a number ofnew features designed to enhance usability and performance for dualcriminal and civil applications.

Units are expected to be available for commercial shipment inSeptember, 2006, with demonstration units available by end of July.

"We understand the challenges of fingerprint capture in the fieldmore than any other live scan vendor," stated Dr. Joseph J. Atick,President and CEO of Identix. "Meeting the minimum form-factorrequirements set forth by the federal agencies is important, but inour opinion, is not enough - image quality is of paramount importance,as is end user ease of use. Our customers have repeatedly experiencedthe superior image quality delivered by Identix' enhanced definitionand understand this is the lynchpin to making an identificationprogram successful. The ease of use and reliability features ensurethat our customers continue to experience the other added benefitsthey have come to expect from us. For example, with no silicon pads tochange, we have taken out a major source of variability and cost. Weare pleased to provide this capability for both rolls and slaps in asmall form factor, making it even more suitable and accessible foragencies that operate with space restrictions."

Many federal agencies including the Department of HomelandSecurity, the FBI, Department of State, Department of DefenseBiometrics Fusion Center, National Institute of Justice, and theNational Institute of Standards and Technology have set forth minimumform factor requirements for new live scan image capture devices. TheTouchPrint Enhanced Definition 4100 is one of industry's smallestfootprints for such a device and will become part of the nextgeneration Enhanced Definition product line from Identix.

The TouchPrint Enhanced Definition 4100 provides significantlyhigher pixel density and contrast, resulting in images that have farmore fine ridge detail than dictated by the Appendix F requirements.Like other Enhanced Definition live scans from Identix, the TouchPrint4100 employs technologies that take into account subjects withdifferent size fingers and skin colors, sweaty fingers and usersrolling fingers at different speeds. The system produces clear, crispfingerprint images with virtually no distortion or false minutiae thatcan be caused by smudging and smearing.

Auto capture features like audio and visual cues guide a user tocorrect finger placement and to when the processing is complete. Theinterface allows for a user to easily switch back and forth from slapand roll capture modes, and with a slap capture time of under 15seconds, is intuitive and fast. The TouchPrint 4100 is designed tomaintain consistent image quality over time. With no moving parts inthe optics deck and no silicon pads or coatings to change, thisportable, compact live scan provides maximum reliability and minimaldowntime, lowering the total overall cost of ownership.

Dr. Atick added, "Given the versatility and flexibility of thisdevice, it is ideal for border management agencies worldwide, andother entities that have dual requirements for slap and rollfingerprints. Our longstanding history in working closely with theFBI, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Defense,the Department of State, and other state, local, and federal agencies,and international organizations helps to ensure that our solutions notonly meet their needs, but continue to accelerate biometric technologyadvancements overall."

For more information visit www.identix.com.

About Identix

Identix Incorporated (Nasdaq:IDNX) is the world's leadingmulti-biometric technology company. Identix provides fingerprint,facial and skin biometric technologies, as well as systems, andcritical system components that empower the identification ofindividuals in large-scale ID and ID management programs. TheCompany's offerings include live scan systems and services forbiometric data capture, mobile systems for on-the-spot ID, and backendstandards-based modules and software components for biometric matchingand data mining. Identix products are used to conduct backgroundchecks, speed travel and commerce via secure identification documents,prevent identity fraud in large-scale government and civil IDprograms, and control access to secure areas and networks. With aglobal network of partners, such as leading system integrators,defense prime contractors and OEMs, Identix serves a broad range ofmarkets including government, law enforcement, gaming, finance,travel, transportation, corporate enterprise and healthcare. Moreinformation on Identix can be accessed via the Company web site athttp://www.identix.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

The statements contained in this release, which are not historicalfacts, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the SecuritiesExchange Act of 1934. These statements are based on the Company'scurrent expectations and beliefs and are subject to a number of risksand assumptions that could cause actual results to differ materiallyfrom those described in the forward-looking statements. All statementsother than statements of historical fact are statements that could bedeemed forward-looking statements. These statements are subject touncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materiallyfrom those set forth in or implied by forward-looking statements.Risks and uncertainties include, without limitation, those related to:the availability of funding from government and other customers; theability of the Company to timely complete timely development andcommercial release of the TouchPrint 4100 and the readiness ofcustomers to accept delivery of products on a timely basis; theability of the Company to achieve targeted levels of hardware,software and related component mix; the ability of the Company to winand successfully implement on a growing number of large scalebiometrics programs domestically and internationally; and increasinglevels of competition. In addition, such risks and uncertaintiesinclude, among others, the following risks: that the merger withViisage Technology will not close, that the regulatory or shareholdersapproval will not be obtained, that the closing will be delayed, thatcustomers and partners will not react favorably to the merger,integration risks, the risk that the combined companies may be unableto achieve cost-cutting synergies, and other risks described inIdentix' and Viisage's Securities and Exchange Commission filings,including the Registration Statement on Form S-4 to be filed with theSEC in connection with the transaction, Identix' Annual Report on Form10-K for the year ended June 30, 2005 and its Quarterly Report on Form10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2005 under the captions "RiskFactors" and "Management's Discussion and Analysis of FinancialCondition and Results of Operations," and Viisage's Annual Report onForm 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2004 and its QuarterlyReports on Form 10-Q for the quarters ended April 3, 2005, July 3,2005 and October 2, 2005 under the captions "Risk Factors" and"Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition andResults of Operations." Neither Identix nor Viisage undertake anyobligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflectevents or circumstances after the date of this press release.