Retro iPod Dock with Clock Radio
This retro inspired cherry wood finish iPod dock allows you to charge you portable audio player while listening to music, and it’s also equipped with an alarm clock function.
Features:
- iPod charging dock plays your favorite tunes
- Alarm function wakes to AM/FM radio or iPod with snooze feature
- Digital display
- Size: 9 x 6 x 5 inches
The Retro iPod Dock with Clock Radio is available from JCPenney for $79.99
(Via GeekAlerts.)
Yamaha Audio Systems With iPod Dock
If you don’t like the Yamaha Wooden iPod Docks that we mentioned yesterday, then check out the latest Yamaha Audio Systems that come equipped with an iPod dock. The Yamaha MCS-1330 boasts two 60W RMS power output, an amplifier, a CD player, 2.5cm tweeters and 13cm woofer. There is also a USB port to connect with other portable devices.
Yamaha also releases three more audio systems in the form of the MCR-330, MCR-230, and the CRX-430. The Yamaha MCR-330 and MCR-230 provide an output power of 2 x 20W, the CD player, USB and iPod ports. Meanwhile, the CRX-430 offers 2 x 25W power RMS outputs. The Yamaha MCS-1330, MCR-330, MCR-230 and CRX-430 are priced at approx. €800, €250, €230 and €220, respectively.
(Via TechFresh.net - Cell Phones, Laptops, Video Games, iPods, Cameras.)
H20 Audio Releases Surge And Amphibx Waterproof Headphones And Armbands
If you're one who can't live without music no matter where you go, even when swimming, then it is without a doubt that you've heard of H20 as well as their range of waterproof products. This time round, the family of H20 accessories has expanded with two new devices - the Surge and Amphibx waterproof headphones and armbands. The latter consists of a range of waterproof cases that boast a clear touch window for easy Click Wheel and touch screen operation even when underwater, while the former features 8mm neodymium drivers that are surrounded by watertight and sound-isolating earplugs, with 5 earpieces to choose from for an optimal fit. The H20 Audio Surge headphones will retail for $88 while the medium and large Amphibx waterproof cases are going for $97 and $115, respectively.
Yamaha introduces wooden iPod docks
Yamaha Japan has announced the TSX-120 (pictured after the jump) and TSX-130 iPod docks with soft wooden finish. Both share common features except that the TSX-130 (pictured above) comes with USB connectors and a CD-drive which supports playback and recording. Common features include amplifier output of 15W × 2ch, 2 x eight cms speakers, frequency response of 60Hz ~ 20kHz, FM tuner and remote control. Nothing special here except for the wooden finish which gives a classy look. Scheduled to hit Japanese stores by early December the TSX-120 will sell for 30,000 Yen ($ 300) and TSX-130 for 40,000 Yen ($ 400).
(Via Newlaunches.com.)
Sizen iM10 Converts Stereo To 5.1 Surround
By Andrew Liszewski
While devices like the PSP and the iPhone feature adequately sized screens for watching movies, the pitiful built-in speakers or stereo headphones option means you won’t be enjoying the same surround sound experience you’d get at the theater, or even at home. Or does it? The Sizen iM10 looks to be about the size of 2 stacked iPod Shuffles and claims to upscale regular stereo sound to a 5.1 surround experience. It apparently relies on a ‘bass and treble reinforcement technology’ known as AST coupled with another technology called DBEX to properly ‘balance’ the sound. To be honest I’m not 100% sure how it actually works, and this whiteboard illustration designed to clear things up doesn’t help. But I am curious how the fake 5.1 surround effect actually sounds.
The iM10 uses a built-in lithium polymer rechargeable battery, and on a single 2.5 hour charge you can expect to get about 7.5 hours of use. And it features a mini-USB jack allowing it to be charged from a laptop if needed. It also has 3 different operating modes for regular stereo sound or 2 x 5.1 modes customized for music or movie playback. It will be available in Japan in 6 different colors for about $90.
(Via OhGizmo!.)
Yamaha TSX-130 and TSX-120 Mini Audio System
Yamaha introduced another mini audio system and a FM radio both with a built-in iPod docking station: the TSX-130 & TSX-120.
They both provide an RMS power output of 15Wx2 (6 ohm 1kHz 10% THD), a frequency response 60Hz-20,000Hz (0±1dB). The TSX-130 reproduces CD-R/RW, plays CD-DA, MP3, and WMA audio files, and features a USB port.
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Yamaha TSX-130 and TSX-120 Mini Audio System
(Via Daily Computer Electronic Cell Phone Digital Camera Review.)
Bird-Electron EZ-18B iPhone & iPod Touch Speaker Stand
Speaking of watching movies on a portable device, this overly-named ‘EZ-18B’ stand from Bird-Electron for the iPhone & iPod Touch features a 60mm full range speaker so you don’t have to rely on their crappy mono speaker if you’ve opted not to use headphones. The stand’s speaker connects to the iPhone or Touch via a simple stereo mini-plug, and while it’s nice that it doesn’t require its own power source, don’t expect the sound to be particularly loud. The front panel where you rest your device also features a 45 degree angle providing a ‘perfect’ viewing angle, and even comes with a silicon seat to protect your toys from scratching against the metal finish. But even with a built-in speaker, the $79.99 price tag from AudioCubes is a bit ridiculous given the plethora of cheaper and even DIY stands already available.
(Via OhGizmo!.)
