News about Audio/Video Gadgets:
foxL V2 Bluetooth Soundbar
It has been many years since Bluetooth technology was implemented in mobile devices, but how about the application of it? Bluetooth never really broke new ground apart from being paired to a pair of headphones, or used as a wireless mouse, or sending data sans a cable. Well, nothing much has changed here with the foxL V2 Bluetooth Soundbar, but it is still an interesting $199.99 device which proves its bark is worse than its bite.
Native Union announces Gold POP phone
Want to introduce some bling into your life? Well, you can do so with the Native Union Gold POP phone. This is something that might appeal to the little boy in you who grew up reading James Bond novels, and wanting to play the role of a suave, debonair super spy who has everything under control no matter how harrowing it might seem, why not get the Gold POP phone and make it a part of your home as well? It would go down well with the James Bond persona, since Bond never skimps on his gizmos.
TDK Sound Cube
The TDK Sound Cube brings new meaning to “surround sound”, that’s for sure. It should be called “surrounded sound” instead, since the cube that you see on the right should find a happy audience regardless of where they are seated – as long as the crowd size is right, of course. Right now up for pre-order, the £299.99 TDK Sound Cube measures just 25.5cm³, making it the smallest in its range, but it is no pushover where performance levels are concerned.
Vertical Vinyl Player
Let’s face the facts – many of us who have visited our grandparents would probably have come across this ancient artifact (OK, so it wasn’t that ancient but you know how it is with the advent of MP3s and digital media content these days) known as a record, or vinyl player. If your memory serves you right, it would mean dusting off those old vinyls and playing them on the record player – horizontally placed, of course.
Withings Body Scale now connected to Panasonic Viera TV
Withings, the company that released its wireless Body Scale to the masses, has now expanded the functionality of the device by letting the Withings application being made available for download on Panasonic’s very own VIERA Connect Market. Originally announced over at the Consumer Electronics Show in January this year, your body scale and TV can now “merge” thanks to the partnership between Withings and Panasonic, letting you access your Withings health dashboard on the Panasonic VIERA Connect-enabled VIERA HDTV display with but a touch of a button. Fancy that, transforming your living room into a virtual gym – albeit sans all the gym equipment.
Vuzix announces STAR Video Eyewear
Vuzix has just announced a spanking new STAR (See-Through Augmented Reality) Video Eyewear, also known as the STAR 1200, where it is actually a see-through AR-enabled binocular Video Eyewear which is tipped to see action across a wide range of industrial, commercial, defense and some consumer applications. Vuzix is no stranger to the video eyewear industry, having had their fair share of releases for the mass market over the years, but augmented reality? That’s treading new ground for sure.
Elgato HDHomeRun lets you enjoy wireless HDTV on computer at home
Elgato’s latest device to hit the market, the HDHomeRun, is a dual network tuner that enables you to watch HDTV sans wires regardless of whether you are on the Mac or PC camp. After all, HDHomeRun will connect to a TV antenna or digital cable, where it will go ahead and stream live TV in full HD to any Mac or PC in the house. One more step closer to the wireless lifestyle, we guess.
Outdoor Inflatable Theater
Love watching movies with your family and friends? Well, with summer on its way for folks living in the Northern Hemisphere, then how about letting your next movie watching session be held outdoors? That’s exactly what Hammacher has in mind with their Outdoor Inflatable Theater. The name itself says it all – this inflatable theater system will be able to turn your backyard into a vivid cinema. Of course, you would do well to have some anti-mosquito devices hanging around just in case, no?
Pringles speaker coming your way
Love eating potato crisps? Well, for those who have acquired a taste for the Pringles brand, here is some more reason to celebrate. Your favorite marquee of potato crisps will be offering you a free Pringles-branded speaker device through mail, anytime from April 15th all the way through Halloween (that’s October 31st), as long as you are game enough to send in the original receipt from just about any of the four Super Stack cans.
iHome iA63 App-enhanced Alarm Clock FM Radio Stereo Speaker System
Sometimes it feels that when you have seen one iPod/iPhone dock, you have seen them all. Well, despite their similarities, at least the iHome iA63 is different in some ways.
V-MODA’s Crossfade LP and the audio conspiracy
We have reported on V-MODA’s Crossfire LP headphones before, and I finally got a chance to try them out for myself.
Dropcam – Watch your World from Anywhere
Every time I come home from work, my dog looks so guilty, I try to touch the pillows on the couch to see if they’re still warm, I check for tell tale signs of dog hair in the middle of my nice clean bed, all while he slinks around knowing he’s done something. I don’t know what he’s up to, but I’m just about to find out…
Dynamic Sound Radio Clock
Forget about traditional radio clocks – here is the Dynamic Sound Radio Clock which ought to bring something new to the table (literally). After all, this radio clock is capable of producing dynamic sound quality that is unmatched by common models, where the latter tends to produce flat, tiny noise. Audio innovator Tivoli is the brains behind this, where it depends on a heavy weight magnet in its 3″ full-range speaker that delivers robust, mellifluous sound which is capable of filling a room with crisp highs and balanced mids.
Harman Kardon MAS 102 delivers fantastic quality without breaking the bank
Harman Kardon is a name that is synonymous with quality audio systems, so it is no surprise to hear of their latest release, the Harman Kardon MAS 102, delivering top notch performance – although we would have to take a listen for ourselves before agreeing with what the press release has to say. The Harman Kardon MAS 102, in essence, is a four-piece integrated system which will comprise of an amplifier, a CD player and loudspeakers that do not stray far from the familiar Harman Kardon signature form factor.
The SuperTooth Bluetooth Stereo Speaker produces 28 watts of wireless power
I got a chance to meet up with Supertooth at CTIA Spring 2011 in Orlando last month, and this was where I first encountered the Disco.
I finally got a chance to try it out at home, and synced it to my phone via Bluetooth. In a matter of seconds, I was listening to 28 watts of sound total (one 12 watt subwoofer and two 8 watt stereo drivers). By the way, if you can’t figure out the Bluetooth, the Supertooth Disco comes with a cord that plugs into the headphone jack of your tablet, phone, or laptop, and you will be wired to the speaker.
RCA sets world alight with new portable digital TV receivers
RCA has just introduced a new range of portable digital TV receivers for the masses, where these were specially designed to deliver instantaneous access to local TV news and weather broadcasts to viewers, all coming in a small, affordable package. All models on offer will boast either rechargeable built-in batteries or easily-replaceable AA batteries, although we would prefer the former since that would be more environmentally friendly – albeit the latter being a whole lot more convenient since AA batteries can be purchased from just about anywhere you are in the world.
Amplified Answering Machine
Are you hard of hearing, or thinking of what gift to get for grandma or grandpa during the coming Mother’s and Father’s Day? The Amplified Answering Machine might be just the right ticket item for them (and to earn brownie points on your behalf), where it will amplify played back messages by up to 30 decibels more for easier hearing. The amplification can also be adjusted by up to 10 different levels, where it will play back messages at three speed settings.
Sceptre releases new 40″ LCD TV
If you have not yet made the jump over to the world of flat screen TVs and are rockin’ it out in the last century with a chunky old CRT, then you might be interested in what Sceptre has on offer at the moment – a spanking new stereo inspired 40″ LCD FullHD 1080P TV that sports SRS TruSurround XT and TruVolume. It will come encased in an elegant ultra glossy black design, sporting new surround sound technology in order to re-create an expansive three dimensional sound field so that viewer experience and enjoyment are enhanced.
RM50 Internet Radio
You might think to yourself that Internet radios are dime a dozen these days, but why have such closed thinking that you might miss the next available gem? We would like to think so with the RM50 Internet Radio that ought to keep your ears more than happy, bringing a modern touch to an old classical device in your living room. Retailing for £99.99 each, the RM50 Internet Radio will be able to let you access a bunch of stations that suits your fancy, ranging from music to news, local and specialist radio stations.
Tout.com – Share the Moment
First there was Twitter for instantly gratifying text-based communication, but now there is Tout… delivering the same instant gratification, only this time, via video, So let’s call it “instant visual communication.” The ability to update your Facebook friends and Twitter followers with short video status updates that can be captured with your smartphone.
iTamtam offers a different take on a speaker dock
Now this is definitely an interesting looking iPod speaker dock that some of you might actually mistake it for a chair of sorts. Known as the iTamtam, it will cost a rather pricey £169.99, bringing along with it a quartet of 11W titanium tweeters and a rather beefy 25W subwoofer. This means this rather impressive looking designer speaker is no slouch when it comes to performance, fully capable of bringing the house down when the situation calls for it – of course, a packed party will not get any justice with this since you will need much more aural firepower then, but for average home use, the iTamtam shouldn’t be discounted. Heck, it doubles up as a stool when not in use as a speaker dock, so that alone earns plenty of brownie points in our books.
Samsung W200 loves swimming with the fishes
If scuba diving or at the very least, snorkeling is your cup of tea, then chances are you would have also invested in a good quality waterproof camera (assuming you do have the necessary shutterbug skills to go along with your other wet, wet passion, of course) – either that, or a DSLR with an expensive underwater housing. Well, Samsung intends to cater to those who are just starting out on this underwater photography thing with their latest release – the Samsung W200.
Samsung W200 loves swimming with the fishes
If scuba diving or at the very least, snorkeling is your cup of tea, then chances are you would have also invested in a good quality waterproof camera (assuming you do have the necessary shutterbug skills to go along with your other wet, wet passion, of course) – either that, or a DSLR with an expensive underwater housing. Well, Samsung intends to cater to those who are just starting out on this underwater photography thing with their latest release – the Samsung W200.
R/C Whoopee Cushion
Want to bring the classic whoopee cushion to the 21st century? That’s not a problem, as you can choose who you want to embarrass, and not anyone who plants their rear end on one of these hidden devices. We’re talking about the R/C Whoopee Cushion, and while April Fool’s Day might have past, that doesn’t mean you cannot throw your very own prank in the office or at a family gathering.
Sony Ericsson’s MW600 Stereo Bluetooth Headset, and a Radio too
Sony Ericsson introduces the MW600 Stereo Bluetooth Headset with both amazing sound quality and a built in FM Radio. You can access FM radio stations directly from the headset. It is quick and easy to tune in your favorite stations with the new integrated FM, which also features RDS to display radio station information like the artist and song names.
LEGO Boombox – no blocked up sound from this!
Everyone would surely have come across the perfectly shaped Danish bricks known as LEGO in their lifetime, with most of the involvement coming in when they’re a kid and with their kids many years down the road. Well, it seems that the brand isn’t going to die out anytime soon (far from it, since it is a toy that is limited by your imagination), as there is a new LEGO Boombox released to provide aural entertainment in a cubed form factor.
Hands on with the Rockus 3D Speaker System
We reported on the Antec soundscience Rockus 3D 2.1 speaker system before, and I got a chance to try it out for myself.
Harman JBL On Air Wireless AirPlay ready to ship
Harman has announced that their JBL On Air Wireless AirPlay speaker dock is more than ready to arrive at your doorstep assuming you aren’t too miserly to part with your hard-earned money for it. Being one of the latest tools in JBL’s lineup, it will offer music lovers an even more seamless music experience right in the comfort of your own home, and thanks to integrated AirPlay technology, you are able to enjoy music from your iTunes library on a Mac or a PC. That’s not all, of course, since your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch will also be able to enjoyed over a current Wi-Fi network.
Harman announces JBL Cinema 300 and Cinema 500 speaker systems
Looking for a new speaker system for your home? That’s where the JBL Cinema 300 and Cinema 500 speaker systems intend to fit the bill, using the expertise of JBL engineers to make it possible for movie soundtracks being brought to life right in the comfort of your living room. Both of these speaker systems are among the smallest and most stylish that Harman has ever produced, offering a complete 5.1 home theater package that delivers a lot of clarity.
Upper Deck has Video Trading Cards
Sports cards are one thing that have changed little over the years. You can get some interesting hologram and foil combinations, but, for the most part, it is a photo with stats on the back.
Lenco 2.1 High Powered Speakerball
We know that you think your entire iPod playlist is the bomb – perhaps this is why you are strangely drawn towards the bomb-like Lenco 2.1 High Powered Speakerball? Coming in a choice of black or white colors, this speaker retails for £79.99 a pop and is said to deliver truly explosive sound – let your ears be the judge! Of course, if you listen to Britney Spears and Justin Bieber, then chances are pretty good your ears are alread shot right from the beginning.
Tobii releases Tobii PCEye to help the impaired use a computer
Tobii has just announced that they will be rolling out the Tobii PCEye – and just in case you’re left scratching your head and wondering what this is, it is one of the most advanced stand-alone eye control device that is currently available on the market, delivering the wonders and magic of eye control over to the standard computer. Of course, it is said to be easy to use, is highly accurate and portable to boot – making it is compatible with a wide range of software in order to offer total access to just about any personal computer.
Onkyo expands HT-RC family of home theater receivers
Everyone, say hello to the new Onkyo HT-RC370 and HT-RC360, where both of them will now be part of the HT-TC family of home theater receivers which will see off the HT-RC270 and HT-RC260 in the process. What makes these two new kids on the block all the more special would be them being among the first AV receivers that are equipped with the new Marvell Qdeo 4K video upscaling processor.
Harman Kardon delivers cinema quality sound to your living room
Harman Kardon knows that everyone’s ears deserves to enjoy the best even, or should I say, especially in the comfort of your own living room. This has led the company to introduce their BDS series that features a couple of integrated home entertainment systems, namely the Harman Kardon BDS 400 and Harman Kardon BDS 800. Basically, the BDS series will simplify the process, making it possible for rooms of any size to enjoy a home theater experience simply by just pressing “Play”.
H2O Powered Shower Radio
Singing while you’re in the shower is definitely something that some of us indulge in – heck, it might even be your hobby. Well, just in case you don’t want to let everyone know how out of tune your voice is, why not enlist the help of a radio DJ to play your favorite tunes once in a while? The H2O Powered Shower Radio, as its name suggests, will be able to stand up to your shower moments without missing a beat.
Otamatone Black is an alternative musical instrument
If you’re a musician, chances are pretty good that you would want to try something different in order to expand your musical horizons. After going through the different range of musical instruments such as the guitar and saxophone, here is something else that might just pique your interest – the Otamatone Black. Yes, cheekily shaped like a musical note, it lets you create new sounds simply by running your fingers along its neck and squeezing its “head”.
Midnight Shot NV-1 Night Vision Camera
Shooting photos in low light conditions is always a challenge, no matter how you look at it. Of course, having a good quality camera with high ISO capability goes some way in helping, but it still isn’t going to capture everything in full detail unless the flash is turned on. What do you do then? Here is where the Midnight Shot NV-1 Night Vision Camera comes in to help.
Songbird launches Songbird Clear sound enhancement device
Songbird has a heart for those who are hard of hearing, hence the rolling out of the Songbird Clear sound enhancement device as part of its range of high quality hearing devices that do not burn a hole in your pocket. Touted to be one of the first of its kind in the world that is available at retail stores for those who want to sharpen their hearing in hard-to-hear situations, we do wonder in amazement at just how good it is supposed to be until we actually give it a go ourselves.
Popcornflix.com – 1000‘s of Free Movies Online
Popcornflix.com launched a few days ago and I already had a chance to check it out. Popcornflix is a new online digital platform that allows movie lovers to watch ton of fun movies for free online, anywhere in the U.S. The service will expand internationally in the coming months, and eventually almost everywhere movie viewing platforms are available, including web-enabled TVs, DVD players and set-top boxes.
Wicked Audio Helix earphones
Wicked Audio knows exactly what they’re doing, so you can be sure that their latest pair of Helix earphones will not only look good, but sound great as well. After all, they do have a reputation to live up to as well, so their latest release, the Wicked Helix earphones, is finally made available to the masses around the country. Of course, just in case you were wondering where you’ve seen the Wicked HElix before, that’s because it debuted at CES 2011 earlier this year.
Pioneer SE-NC31C-K noise cancelling earbud stereo headphones
Earphones used to be just that – a device, or rather, peripheral that transferred audio tracks from a music device to your ears. It didn’t matter if you could still hear the roar of the engine on the outside, or your wife’s incessant nagging – the point is, you never had been able to experience something like this before, where whatever music you’re listening to never sounded so close to you before!
AQ Wireless Outdoor Speakers
Now that the bitter cold of winter is done and over with for those living in the northern hemisphere, it is time to get out and play. Of course, for folks who do not live in apartments but rather, on landed property, it makes perfect sense to spend your time outdoors since you will be able to bask under the sun, sipping on a pina colada and reading your favorite book.
iSkin earTones add some style and color to your multimedia experience
The very name iSkin itself is instantly recognizable among those who own a portable media player, simply because the company does roll out accessories in the premium range for mobile devices, and among their latest devices would be the earTones stereo earphones that come complete with a microphone and remote control, boasting a stylish design and eye-popping colors to capture the attention of anyone who takes but a glance at it.
Mad Catz announces TRITTON AX Pro headset for the Xbox 360 and PS3
Mad Catz, a company that carries plenty of gaming accessories across different platforms, has just announced the new TRITTON AX Pro headset that will make its way towards the Xbox 360 and PS3 consoles. After all, Mad Catz knows just how important it is to have the right kind of headset if you want to pick up all the noise and sound a game has to offer while you maximize your gaming experience.
