VIRGIN MOBILE USA AND NETGEAR INTRODUCE THE NETGEAR MINGLE MOBILE HOTSPOT ON BROADBAND2GO

WARREN, NJ and SAN JOSE, CA—April 1, 2014——Virgin Mobile USA and NETGEAR^®, Inc. (NASDAQGM: NTGR) (www.netgear.com), announced today the availability of the NETGEAR^® Mingle^TM Mobile Hotspot, Virgin Mobile’s first 4G LTE broadband device on its Broadband2Go portfolio.. Priced at $99.99, the NETGEAR Mingle is the industry’s first Spark-enabled tri-band device designed for no-contract customers in the United States.

There are an increasing number of people who want Wi-Fi-only devices so they can stay connected while on the go, and the ultra-portable NETGEAR Mingle Mobile Hotspot is the ideal solution for customers who want to access multiple devices and connect seamlessly. The Mingle accommodates up to 10 wireless devices simultaneously, including notebooks, tablets, digital cameras, smartphones and MP3 players. Additional features include dual-mode 3G/4G LTE, a powerful 1800mAh battery that lasts up to 12.5 hours of active time*, secure access with password protection, and a 1.77-inch LCD display screen.

Virgin Mobile Broadband2Go offers no-contract mobile broadband plans with diversified price points and data allotments to satisfy consumers’ varying usage needs, with no commitment and starting at just $5 a day. For those who need a little more data, Broadband2Go also offers 1.5GB monthly access for $25 or 6GB per month for $55.

"With long range outdoor/indoor Wi-Fi and fast 4G LTE speeds, customers are able to surf and download quickly when they’re out and about," said Angela Rittgers Vice President of Marketing, Virgin Mobile USA. "The light-weight and sleek design, along with flexible daily and monthly payment options make this the perfect mobile solution to fuel customers' on-the-go lifestyles."

Additional features include dual-mode 3G/4G LTE, a powerful 1800mAh battery that provides up to 12.5 hours of active time*, secure access with password protection, and a 1.77-inch LCD display screen. With the Mingle, customers can buy less expensive WiFi-only tablets and other devices and have always-on internet connectivity when needed off a single account.

Broadband2Go on Virgin Mobile offers no-contract mobile broadband plans at different price points and data allotments to satisfy consumers' varying usage needs, with no long-term commitment and starting at just $5 a day. For those who need a little more data, Broadband2Go also offers 1.5GB monthly access for $25 or 6GB per month for $55.

Sprint, Virgin Mobile USA’s parent company, announced at CES in January that it continues to expand Spark service bringing the total number of markets available to 20 including Austin, Chicago, Dallas, Fort Lauderdale, Fort Worth, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, San Antonio and Tampa. When not in a Spark LTE market, the Mingle will automatically switch over to provide customers with 3G high-speed service. NETGEAR Mingle Mobile Hotspot is now available online and at participating retailers. For more information, visit http://www.virginmobileusa.com.

Accessories available for the NETGEAR Mingle Mobile Hotspot

• Desktop Charging Cradle: Designed to enhance the capabilities of NETGEAR Mingle, it not only conveniently charges the device, but also improves signal by up to 10dB. With its integrated MIMO (multiple-input and multiple-out) antennas, users can experience significant improvement in speeds, coverage, and signal both indoors and in fringe areas. For more information on the desktop charging cradle, please visit http://www.netgear.com/service-providers/products/mobile/mobile-hotspots/77xs-cradle.aspx.

• NETGEAR AirCard App: A free app that enables the end-user to conveniently manage the NETGEAR Mingle Mobile Hotspot status, connection, and settings from an iOS or Android™ smartphone or tablet. Available for download on Apple iTunes^®, Google Play™, and Amazon Appstore.

Sprint, Virgin Mobile USA’s parent company, continues to expand its Sprint Spark service, bringing the total number of markets available to 18: Austin, Texas; Baltimore; Chicago; Dallas; Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; Fort Worth, Texas; Houston; Jacksonville, Fla.; Kansas City, Kan./Mo.; Los Angeles; Miami; New York; Philadelphia; Provo, Utah; Salt Lake City; San Antonio, Texas; Tampa, Fla; and Trenton, N.J. When not in a Sprint Spark LTE market, Mingle will automatically provide 3G high-speed service to customers. NETGEAR Mingle mobile hotspot is now available online and at participating retailers. For more information, visit http://www.virginmobileusa.com.

About NETGEAR Inc.

NETGEAR (NASDAQGM: NTGR) is a global networking company that delivers innovative products to consumers, businesses and service providers. For consumers, the company makes high performance, dependable and easy to use home networking, storage and digital media products to connect people with the Internet and their content and devices. For businesses, NETGEAR provides networking, storage and security solutions without the cost and complexity of big IT. The company also supplies top service providers with retail-proven, mobile broadband solutions for their customers on the go. NETGEAR products are built on a variety of proven technologies such as wireless, Ethernet and Powerline, with a focus on reliability and ease-of-use. NETGEAR products are sold in approximately 50,000 retail locations around the globe, and through approximately 39,000 value-added resellers. The company's headquarters are in San Jose, Calif., with additional offices in over 25 countries. More information is available at www.NETGEAR.com or by calling (408) 907-8000. Connect with NETGEAR at twitter.com/NETGEAR and www.facebook.com/NETGEAR.

Safe Harbor Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 for NETGEAR, Inc.: This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Specifically, statements concerning NETGEAR's business and the expected performance characteristics, specifications, reliability, market acceptance, market growth, specific uses, user feedback and market position of NETGEAR's products and technology are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Safe Harbor. These statements are based on management's current expectations and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, including, without limitation, the following: the actual price, performance and ease of use of NETGEAR's products may not meet the price, performance and ease of use requirements of customers; product performance may be adversely affected by real world operating conditions; failure of products may under certain circumstances cause permanent loss of end user data; new viruses or Internet threats may develop that challenge the effectiveness of security features in NETGEAR's products; the ability of NETGEAR to market and sell its products and technology; the impact and pricing of competing products; and the introduction of alternative technological solutions. Further information on potential risk factors that could affect NETGEAR and its business are detailed in the Company's periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. NETGEAR undertakes no obligation to release publicly any revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.

©2014 NETGEAR Inc. NETGEAR, the NETGEAR logo, and Mingle are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of NETGEAR Inc. and/or its subsidiaries in the United States and/or other countries. Other brand names mentioned herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective holder(s). Information is subject to change without notice. All rights reserved.

About Virgin Mobile USA

Virgin Mobile USA offers millions of customers control, flexibility and connectivity through Virgin Mobile's Beyond Talk™ No-Contract plans with unlimited 3G data, and available 4G data speeds for mobile phone service, including Android™-powered smartphones and for prepaid Broadband2Go high-speed Web access on the Nationwide Sprint Network. Virgin Mobile Beyond Talk monthly unlimited data plans, which start at $35, are ideal for those smartphone users hungry for the most connectivity and the least amount of voice minutes. Virgin Mobile-branded devices are available at more than 40,000 retail stores, including Best Buy, RadioShack, Target and Walmart,. Top-Up cards are available at approximately 150,000 locations nationwide. Experience Virgin Mobile on the Web at Facebook, Twitter, You Tube, and purchase Virgin Mobile USA products at www.virginmobileusa.com. For more news, click here.

Media Contacts

Lorena Pino, Virgin Mobile USA
908-660-0330
lorena.pino@virginmobileusa.com

Jocelyn Shaw, Weber Shandwick
for NETGEAR, (415) 262-5904,
jshaw2@webershandwick.com