Heartland Technology Solutions Joins AltiGen's Growing Reseller Network

FREMONT, CA--(Marketwire - March 11, 2009) - AltiGen Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATGN), a leading provider of 100% Microsoft-based VoIP business phone systems and Unified Communications solutions, is pleased to announce the addition of Heartland Technology Solutions (HTS) to its growing reseller network. Harlan, IA-based Heartland Technology Solutions is a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner with eight offices across five states. Founded in 1985, HTS provides technology solutions for small and medium size businesses including "EncompassIT"-managed IT services, network infrastructure & security, telephony & unified communications, document imaging, surveillance, global positioning systems, disaster recovery services and business consulting.

"In today's environment, business owners are seeking ways to leverage their existing technology investments. AltiGen's software-based VoIP platform with its robust feature set and native Microsoft Exchange integration enables our customers to optimize their investment in Microsoft infrastructure and applications," stated Arlin Sorensen, HTS Founder & President.

Larry Hedin, VP of Sales & Marketing for HTS, added, "AltiGen's integrated contact center, conferencing, mobility and multi-site capabilities allow us to design and deliver cost effective communications solutions specifically tailored to the business needs of our diverse customer base."

"We are pleased to have Heartland Technology Solutions bringing AltiGen's VoIP and unified communications solutions to businesses throughout Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri & Oklahoma," stated Jeff Kays, AltiGen's Vice President of Business Development. "With extensive Microsoft expertise and over 20 years experience in providing innovative technology solutions and services, HTS is ideally equipped to deploy AltiGen's Microsoft-based voice platform for businesses both large and small," added Kays.

"Collaborating with Microsoft Certified Partners is a key component of our growth strategy," noted AltiGen Vice President of Sales, Mike Plumer. "We look forward to supporting Heartland Technology Solutions and their customers."

About AltiGen Communications

AltiGen Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATGN) is a leading provider of 100% Microsoft-based VoIP business phone systems and Unified Communications solutions. Having more than 10,000 customers around the world, AltiGen solutions are designed for high reliability, ease of use, seamless integration to Microsoft infrastructure technologies, and are built on a scalable, open standards platform. AltiGen's worldwide headquarters is in Silicon Valley, California, with international operations based in Shanghai, China. Local sales, service and support are provided by AltiGen's worldwide network of over 300 certified partners. For more information, call 1-888-ALTIGEN or visit the web site at www.altigen.com.

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, including, without limitation, statements regarding the continued market acceptance of our Voice over IP telephone systems, and AltiGen's ability to successfully grow its value added reseller channel. These statements reflect management's current expectation. However, actual results could differ materially as a result of unknown risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to, risks related to AltiGen's limited operating history. For a more detailed description of these and other risks and uncertainties affecting AltiGen's performance, please refer to AltiGen's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2008 and all subsequent current reports on Form 8-K and quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. All forward-looking statements in this press release are based on information available to AltiGen as of the date hereof and AltiGen assumes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements.