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Tech NewsCreative Speaker Systems
Creative is coming at us from a different angle this time, launching three small speaker systems. The highest-end set is the GigaWorks ProGamer G500 ($315), which has 5.1 sound, THX certification and 310-Watts RMS of power. It also includes an 8-inch, front-firing, long-throw driver and Twin Flared DynaPort technology for better bass. The satellites have … Continued
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The Great Pyramids of Bang & Olufsen
The Beolab 4 loudspeaker by B&O includes built-in amplifier and proprietary acoustic technologies (B&O love their proprietary stuff). These are also active speakers, so the amplifier is encased in the cabinet. And because they’re small, they’re perfect for either a home theatre situation (I’d use them as rear speakers. Or, with their dedicated PC mode, … Continued
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Cubite USB-erific Speaker/Hud Combo
So, this is cute (there, I said it) and practical, for the most part. This is a petite USB powered speaker system that also has an USB hub integrated into one tidy package. This may be a little underpowered for you desktop owners, but it could fit nicely along any laptop. Unfortunately the USB hub … Continued
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Thin Plasma Speaker?
This looks a little too crazy to be true. Apparently these super-slim speakers’s surface is made out of a thin film type of material similar to that of TFT-like displays, as in, you know, LCD TVs. I don’t think this is a REAL display (as in it lets you watch moving pictures on it), but … Continued
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Sonic Impact Amp
What the nonsense is this all about. Word around the blogosphere is that this amp that costs a measly $30 can outperforms amps that cost upwards of $300 dollars. It seems people are swearing by this amp, and with such a cheap price you can’t really go wrong. With all of the raves and reviews … Continued
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Oregon Scientific’s iBall
Oregon Scientific recently released the iBall, a bowling-ball shaped wireless speaker for the iPod. It’s a lot like the StyleFi Music Sphere, but re-engineered with the iPod in mind. I got a chance to have a hands-on look at it a few weeks ago when Oregon Scientific was in town showing it off, and I … Continued
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New Altec Lansing iPod Products
Altec Lansing introduced several new iPod-related products at the Apple Expo recently, which include new speakers and earphones. First is the inMotion iM5, which looks to be an update to the inMotion iM3. It’s a compact speaker system that has four full-range micro drivers and an iPod docking station. It also has a composite video … Continued
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Sneak Peek for Stereophiles
You don’t feel like schlepping to Indiana to see the the CEDIA (Custom Electronic Design & Installation Association) this year and, frankly, neither do I. But there will be plenty of home installation action starting this week, and all of it will be reported here. Starting with this roundup of early product news. Boston Acoustics … Continued
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Make Your PSP Go To 11
There are 480 x 272 reasons to love the PSP. But the well-hidden speakers that can be drowned out by the sound of a liquid-cooled PC are not one of them. That’s why it’s always a pleasure to see someone rigging a set of boosters to the thing. These new PSP speakers by Princeton are … Continued
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Waterproof Speakers – Watersports Were Never Such Fun
These waterproof speakers will run you $65.00 and work with all your normal gadget goods like the iPod, Minidisc, CD player, etc. A tight rubber seal ensures it stays dry and fully functional in wet conditions. Hell, it’s even got a hook to hang it from your showerhead so you don’t get it all soapy … Continued
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Logitech Drops V20 Laptop Speakers
Logitech decided to make the plunge into the merciless laptop speaker market today with the V20 speakers. They’re looking pretty good though. Packed with features, portability, and a nice price point, these could be some serious speakers for the buck. The speakers will come with integrated controls as well (play, pause etc.) and the $80.00 … Continued
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New Saitek Speakers
Unique would probably be the subtle way to describe these new speakers from Saitek. Behold the A-250 wireless speakers and the A-200 portable speakers. The A-250 is single unit housing two speakers and one 3W subwoofer. It can connect to any audio device and even features a nifty LCD screen. Who knows what the LCD … Continued
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N3-B Kidrobot Speaker Box
Jason Sui has designed a unique looking speaker box that could definitely add some flair to any home theatre system. This speaker box, named N3-8 Kidrobot, looks like a penguin wearing an oversized jacket, which is actually what they used to say about me in high school. The N3-8 houses three speakers up to 150 … Continued
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Logitech Drops Two New Portable Speakers
Logitech has launched two new portable speakers; the mm80, which is yet another iPod speaker dock, and the mm28, a super-thin flat panel model made for any portable music player. Like most other iPod speaker docks, the mm80 also charges your iPod at the same time it’s docked in. It packs a rechargable battery with … Continued
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PodGear HouseParty
One day, Papa iPod and Mama iPod Mini decided to throw Baby iPod Shuffle a little party for doing so well in marketing school. So they got together to meet Mr. PodGear for some HouseParty speakers they can all rock out on (Papa and Mama are very hip parents). The speakers come with separate adaptor … Continued
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Snoopy Speakers – Bwap Bwa Bwa Bwa
Good Gravy! Isn’t that what Charlie Brown always said? Jeepers? Anyway, this is a set of speakers inside the feet of Snoopy. Obviously, you’re not going to play your power chords on the stage at Altamont through these things but it’s not every day that quadrupeds can pound music out of their paw pads.[Thanks, Jeremy] … Continued
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Laptop Sound Case
Now this is a fun idea. It’s a laptop case with built-in speakers. I could see this being useful in presentations with sound or maybe doing a little impromptu iTunes partying in the old hotel room. While I’m sure you’re not going to recreate the sound field of Red Rocks in the local Marriott, it’s … Continued
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