Global ePoint Announces Conference Call to Discuss Second Quarter 2004 Financial Results.

CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif. -- Global ePoint, Inc. (Nasdaq: GEPT), a provider of digital video surveillance systems, announced today a conference call at 2:00 p.m. EST (11 a.m. PST) on Monday, August 23, 2004 to discuss 2004 second quarter results.

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Management has asked that all questions be e-mailed prior to the conference call to Jennifer@haydenir.com. Management will address these after the formal presentation has concluded.

If you are unable to listen to the live teleconference at its scheduled time, there will be a replay available through August 30, 2004, and can be accessed by dialing 877-519-4471 (U.S.), 973-341-3080 (Int'l), pass code 5081355.

About Global ePoint, Inc.

Global ePoint is a provider of computers, computing solutions and digital video, audio and data transmission and recording products. The Company's primary operations are through two divisions: Digital Technology and Contract Manufacturing. The Digital Technology division designs and markets digital video surveillance systems for law enforcement, military and homeland security markets. The Contract Manufacturing division manufacturers customized computing systems for industrial, business and consumer markets and other specialized electronic products and systems. Global ePoint's growth strategy includes developing new compression technologies and next-generation secure network digital video systems and servers for a wide range of new markets and applications. For more information go to www.globalepoint.com.

Safe Harbor Statement

This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on the company's current expectations, estimates and projections, management's beliefs and numerous assumptions, all of which are subject to change. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future results and are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties. Our actual results could differ materially and adversely from those expressed in any forward-looking statement. For example, deliveries may be delayed or installations canceled. Regulations may change and negatively affect demand for our products. There can be no assurance that the Company will be able to achieve growth of sales or market share. The forward-looking statements in this release speak only as of the date of this release. We undertake no obligation to revise or update publicly any forward-looking statement for any reason. These and other risk factors are detailed in our periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.