Brightpoint Announces Webcast and Conference Call for the Company's 2006 Annual Meeting of Shareholders

PLAINFIELD, Ind.--May 8, 2006--Brightpoint, Inc. announced today the details of its upcoming webcast and conference call for the company's 2006 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.

Brightpoint will hold its 2006 Annual Meeting of Shareholders ("Annual Meeting") on Thursday, May 1, 20061, 2006, at 9:00 A.M. EDT, at the Company's offices in Plainfield, Indiana. Following the Annual Meeting, a Brightpoint representative will give a presentation.

The webcast of the Annual Meeting will be available in the Investors section of the Company's website at www.brightpoint.com for approximately 30 days.

The Annual Meeting and presentation will be held telephonically and you may dial-in as follows:

U.S. toll-free dial-in number: (800) 289-0572

International dial-in number: (913) 981-5542

About Brightpoint

Brightpoint, Inc is a global leader in the distribution of wireless devices and in providing customized logistic services to the wireless industry. In 2005, Brightpoint handled 42 million wireless devices globally. Brightpoint's innovative services include distribution, channel development, fulfillment, product customization, eBusiness solutions, and other outsourced services that integrate seamlessly with its customers. Brightpoint's effective and efficient platform allows its customers to benefit from quickly deployed, flexible, and cost effective solutions. Additional information about Brightpoint can be found on its website at www.brightpoint.com, or by calling its toll-free Information and Investor Relations line at 877-IIR-CELL (877-447-2355).