Pure Siesta iDock is actually a combo gadget that features a stereo DAB/ DAB+ with an FM radio, an alarm clock, and an iPod/ iPhone dock. The cool part of this gadget is that it has the Pure PowerPort, which provides power for USB accessories including mobile phone chargers, reading lights, bedside fans and cup warmers. The Pure Siesta iDock will be available in time for Christmas 2009 for around £89.99 ($146).
Revo HERITAGE Digital Radio With iPod Dock
Revo Technologies today released the HERITAGE multi-format digital radio that comes with the classic European table radio designs from the 50’s and 60’s decades. The gadget has an OLED display and supports DAB, DAB+, FM tuner, Wi-Fi internet radio, wireless audio streaming and a docking station for all current iPod models. Each purchase of the HERITAGE comes with a free 30-day trial access to online music service Last.fm, where there are over 5 million tracks to choose from. Thereafter, if you would like to continue using the service, a £3.00 ($6) per month subscription charge would apply. The HERITAGE will be available next month in the UK for £229.95 ($375).
Regen’s Renu iPod Dock Is My Favorite Solar Panel Gadget To Date
Still trying to figure out how to make your iPhone a tad greener and all the while not cluttering up your desktop? The Regen’s Renu solar panel is a modular system that charges on its own and when the time comes, can be placed in one of their two docks to charge up the iPhone. That means you don’t have to expose your iPhone to direct sunlight, potentially harming the phone’s fragile components.
Renu currently offers an iPod dock, which just does the usual or you can opt for the more expensive but heavier featured Sound Dock, which includes a set of speakers and a slot for Regen’s Renu solar panel, providing up to 8 hours of sound or power to your iProduct of choice. The Renu solar panel takes about 3.7 hours to charge in direct sunlight outside and 7.3 hours of ‘direct sunlight indoors’.
Regen’s iPod Dock and Renu Solar Panel will ship next February for $249, while the Sound Dock will ship April 2010 for $149 (that price doesn’t include the $199 Renu Solar Panel).
(Via Gadget Review.)
iLuv today released the iMM183 alarm clock radio that can charge and play two iPhones or iPods at the same time. The gadget also features the NOAA weather radio that will alert you with text when a storm or another imminent threat is close to the radio’s location. Additional features include 10 pre-programmed channels, an archive of 10 alert messages, an integrated FM radio and a buzzer. You can purchase the iLuv iMM183 for $150 each.
Verging on the useless is this little mini mixer that allows crossfading between two players (illustrated here by the little known ‘iPod’).
Options do open out a little more when you consider using another source rather than two PMPs, meaning it’ll work as a makeshift device allowing playback between a laptop and an MP3 player. It has audio output and a built in speaker.
At just £20 though it’ll no doubt just a be a nice novelty stocking filler.
[Via Pocket-Lint]
Must-Have Mini Speaker For iPod
Enjoy big sound from your iPod or MP3 player at home or on the go with this Must-Have Mini Speaker. Measuring only 4.5-inch x 0.5-inch x 2.5-inch, this portable mini-speaker is powered by 2 AAA batteries and comes in a variety of eye-catching colors. For boys there is Olive Camo and Navy Peace, while for girls there is Pink Multi Dottie, Berkeley and Coco Stripe. Get yours now for just $19.
Shure’s SE115m+ Headset for iPhone Available This Month
Shure this week unveiled the SE115m+ Sound Isolating Headset with Remote + Microphone, which is fully compatible with the iPhone 3GS and current Apple iPod models. It features a three-button remote control located on the right earpiece cable, enabling users to easily adjust volume, control music and video playback, record voice memos, and answer or end calls without having to remove their earphones.
Priced at $119.99 USD, Shure’s SE115m+ will be available to consumers this month and will carry a two-year limited warranty. Shure’s SE115m+ will be available exclusively at Apple stores through the end of the year, and more widely available beginning in 2010 at select Shure Retailers.
[via slashgear]
Synnex iP88 – Dual Dock Clock Radio And Audio System
The Synnex iP88 features two docks allowing you to charge both your iPhone and iPod simultaneously. The gadget also has a digital AM/FM tuner, EQ controls, and a 3D sound for an enhanced audio experience. Each purchase comes with a remote control for your convenience. The iP88 draws its power from the supplied AC adapter. Measuring 230mm x 90mm x 108mm and weighing 2Kg, the Synnex iP88 dual dock clock radio is available in Japan for approx. 17,800 Yen ($195).
JVC UX-LP7 an iPod dock from the cute side
All this dock is a photo of Hello Kitty or Barbie. Targeted at the fairer sex this one has a CD player, AM / FM tuner and of course an iPod dock. It has a USB slot for direct playback from compatible devices. The speakers are 10 cm wide and are powered by a 35w x 2ch amplifier. Complete with a remote control the unit will go on sale in Japan by mid November for 29,000 yen ($ 270).
There are tons of different iPod docks available today, the majority feature a similar design, the latest one is just a design at the moment, it merges old and new technologies to give us this cool RotariPhone iPod Dock.
The RotariPhone iPod Dock is designed to look like a retro rotary phone, it features a dock to place your iPod in, and the speakers are hidden in the phone handset.
Very cool I love the design, it certainly would be more fun to have this sat on my desk, rather than a boring looking iPod dock, lets hope they start making these cool RotariPhone iPod Docks.
(Via Geeky-Gadgets.)
iSkin Duo for the iPod nano 5G
We typically don't cover all the accessories out there, but check out this hard shell for the iPod nano 5G. The nano is one of these gadget that is so'thin that adding a skin on top of it doesn't really damage the experience. This comes with a belt clip and even has a docking port protection - how paranoid is that? If you have more question, head to their FAQ page.
JVC has rolled out a new series of iPod Docks called the XS-SR3. Coming in either white or black color option, these iPod docks boast two 2.5W cradle speakers, an analog and digital external inputs, DSP and Virtual Dolby Surround support. They also support the entire iPod range including Mini, Nano, Photo, Video, Classic and Touch. Sadly, there’s no word on pricing and availability yet.
Yamaha's PDX-60 wireless iPod / iPhone dock adds yAired to the lexicon
Continue reading Yamaha's PDX-60 wireless iPod / iPhone dock adds yAired to the lexicon
(Via Engadget Audio.)
Sonos S5 ears-on review: a premium iPod speaker dock without the dock
Continue reading Sonos S5 ears-on review: a premium iPod speaker dock without the dock
(Via Engadget Audio.)
iTeufel Radio iPod Alarm Clock
Here’s another 3-in-1 gadget from a German audio company Teufel, the iTeufel Radio iPod Alarm Clock. This portable device integrates an AM/FM radio with 10 presets, a built-in iPod dock, an alarm clock function that can wake you up with music from your iPod, the radio or a buzzer mode. It also comes with a remote control allowing you to change the radio, alarm or iPod from the comfort of your sofa or bed. The iTeufel Radio iPod Alarm Clock will set you back £138 (about $226).
Lasonic has rolled out the i931 iPod Boombox that allows you to parade your favorite tunes in true retro ghetto blaster format, although it comes with an updated iPod dock for you to enjoy these tunes not from a cassette but from high quality MP3 files instead. Features of the Lasonic i931 include an USB port, an SD/MMC memory card slot, a built-in AM/FM radio, a remote control, microphone input, as well as a LCD display.
Finally, an acceptable iPhone tripod adapter
You might've noticed the iPhone has a decent camcorder on board, but no image stabilization. That's why we've been looking for a dependable tripod mount, an unsuccessful search until now. The XShot iPhone case is made of shiny plastic, but has a standard 1/4-inch threaded tripod mount on the bottom.
At long last, we can mount up our iPhone camcorder without using precarious suction cups. This'll be great for time-lapse work, and for shooting rock-solid videos that the iPhone makes oh-so-easy to upload to YouTube.
Too bad we'll have to wait until November to get one of these puppies for $29.95, but preorders get a $10 discount.
(Via DVICE.)
Incase Launches Sports Armband Pro And Slim Sleeve For iPod nano 5G
Incase comes back with their latest accessories for iPod nano 5G in the form of the Sports Armband Pro and Slim Sleeve. The Sport Armband Pro is made of lightweight and washable neoprene with reflective details and has a removable Velcro tab for headphone cord management. There are also an integrated clear cover for the nano’s face and access to the iPod nano’s headphone jack while in the case. Available in black, the Sports Armband Pro retails for $30 each.
The Slim Sleeve provides enough protection for your iPod nano. The sleeve features custom cutouts for device features and a clear plastic face shield. Available in pink and black, the Slim Sleeve is priced at $25 a pop.
[iLounge]
Pioneer XW-NAS5 Series iPod Speaker
Pioneer today released it s NAS5 Series. It is a new 2.1ch speaker for iPod that comes with Network Attached Storage, FM tuner, a 2x15W+30W output and streams audio files via Bluetooth.
[via Akihabaranews]
Sonoro Black Elements W Internet FM Radio + iPod/iPhone Dock!
You might have noticed this cool Sonoro Alarm Clock/Internet FM radio unit at your latest W Hotel stay. Well, these are really cool, stylish devices that lets you listen to your favorite internet radio while being able to function as a traditional FM alarm clock/radio too.
The internal WiFi antenna embedded within the Black Elements W Internet FM Radio connects to internet via your home/office WiFi to bring you the best of internet radio without turning on your computer or messing with iTunes and WinAmp.
Personally, I listen to internet radio all the time because there’s always some new stations/beats I like using WinAmp. Already there’s many options for internet FM radios out there but this surely is the top-of-the-line internet radio unit as it’s going to get.
Plus, this cool little Sonora device acts as an iPod/iPhone dock so you can use it as speakers or simply just charge your devices.
This timeless, high-quality Internet/FM radio alarm clock let’ s you choose from over 10,000 radio stations worldwide as well as listen to your favorite local FM programs. Select stations either by country or genre such as pop, jazz, classical, and many more. Connect the optional docking attachment (sold separately) and play your iPod with the press of a button. A sleek, sturdy remote control mirrors the beauty of this impressive radio.
Price: $499 @BurkeDecor
Green Power GP 400n Sliding Speaker System For iPod
Here’s another pocket-friendly sliding speaker system ‘GP 400n’ for your iPod nano and iPod touch from a Korean-based company Green Power. This portable docking station integrates two 1.5W stereo speakers, a mini USB port for charging the device and a built-in rechargeable battery that provides up to 12 hours of non-stop playback. It comes in two different versions, either a crystal hard case or half-mirror designs along with a range of colors. Sadly, there’s no word on pricing and availability yet.
We have already seen one iPhone case designed to carry your credit cards, the Case Mate ID Holder, now there is a new version available, the Pocket Pack iPhone Case.
The Pocket Pack features a built in credit card holder that can hold up to 2 or 3 credit cards, it also has a built in LED flashlight that can be activated by a touch sensitive switch so you can take photos in the dark.
The Pocket Pack case lets you dock your iPhone with your iPhone dock without removing the case, which is quite handy.
If you want one, the Pocket pack comes in a range of funky colors, including black, white, pink, orange, blue and green, it is available for $34.99 from Pocket Pack.
(Via Geeky-Gadgets.)
I recently had some news through about the Altec Lansing InMotion Classic IMT620, which I posted up. Basically it’s an iPhone/iPod speaker stand, including both an FM Radio, and the ability to take an AUX input - a handy variety of options then! Well now I’ve had one for a while, I have some thoughts to share:
Form Factor
Altec Lansing seem to be spending their time producing products with a great balance of weight/portability, and great industrial styling. The slab styling here looks really nice - about 10x better than a lot of DAB radios I’ve seen the past 18 months! The stowage of the remote is great too, and the dual-purpose carry handle/stand is a clever trick too. Probably the only thing that isn’t on-board is the chunky power supply, but bearing in mind this has an internal rechargeable battery, you don’t need the power pack that often!
Connectivity and Usage
For Apple (NSDQ: AAPL) devices, the connectivity is great - there’s also an AUX connector on the back of the device too. Adaptors are provided for the Apple connector, to help you dock both iPhones and iPods - which are all officially supported. Usage is simple - the ‘source’ toggle button and power button do exactly what they say on the tin, and the buttons have a nice tactile response to being pressed. The other volume +/- and track fwd/rwd buttons are simply done, and work well. There’s not much more to say, other than everything works really well!
Sound Quality
Here’s the key thing again - what about the sounds? Well for something so small, it really can pump out the volume. I presume advances in speaker technology and audio processing have something to do with it, because the fidelity of this unit is head and shoulders above some of the other units I’ve seen in the market. In short, it sounds great!
Conclusion
The conclusion - if I didn’t have one already, I’d buy one. It would (and has) live in the kitchen, and with the mains connected, not only charges the iPhone, but also sucks funky tunes out of it, and pipes them round the room - nice! This is a very well-crafted bit of kit, and highly recommended.
For more information on the complete autumn 2009 audio collection from Altec Lansing, you can visit www.alteclansing.com
(Via IntoMobile.)
iBike Rider Case holds your iPhone
Most people treat their iPhone (regardless of the generation) as some sort of fragile device, making accessories like the iBike Rider Case a no-brainer to purchase. This wrist-mounted, waterproof iPhone case will come with an optional headset microphone to go along with your helmet, allowing you to carry out important phone calls even when you're zipping down the highway in your Honda Gold Wing. It will feature a clear plastic case that is waterproof (you never know the weather these days), where it will retail for $42 a pop - top that amount up by another $43 if you want the optional helmet-mounted headset as well.
OrigAudio: Fold N' Play Paper Speakers
They're arty, cleverly designed, and eco-friendly--oh, and they're really cheap, too. These OrigAudio Fold 'N Plays ($16 direct) arrive as two flattened boxes of cardboard with embedded speakers and an attached cable. You fold each into a 3-inch cube and plug the cable into any music player with a headphone jack. Voila, your new audio system is complete.
(Via Gearlog.)
