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While staring at all those HDTVs, we bumped into Samsung’s latest addition to its audio family. Alongside a Bluetooth-connected sound bar with a built-in vacuum tube, the electronics company introduced its DA F60 Bluetooth speaker set. Alas, as is the case with a lot of Samsung goods on show here at CES, there’s no mention of pricing, release dates or even regions, but it packs a decent amount of functionality. Along the left edge, there’s an NFC plate that connects to compatible smartphones, allowing you to transfer audio from either the music player or other third-party apps to the speaker. On the right side, there’s a volume dial and buttons to enable Bluetooth signal, a power button and what appears to be a bass-boost option.

Under its own steam, the portable speaker has enough for 8 hours of “standard use”, and at the pack there’s a port for AC power as well as an extra USB port to charge your phone (or anything else that can be topped up through USB). Another nice touch is that the speaker will wake up from standby when you tap your NFC smartphone to it. If needed, you can even pipe your Samsung TV’s audio through its SoundShare feature. Unfortunately the madness of the show floor meant we can’t vouch for the audio quality just yet, but you can take a closer look in our hands-on video, coming soon.

Continue reading Samsung debuts NFC-Bluetooth DA F60 speaker set, even charges your phone (hands-on)

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When you’re in a good mood, there’s nothing like belting out a couple of tunes while you’re under the shower. There was a time, unless you put dedicated waterproof speakers your bathroom, it wasn’t easy to do so unaided. Now, there’s the iShower, a small, waterproof Bluetooth speaker that does it all and won’t break the bank.

The iShower is a water-resistant Bluetooth speaker made to work in your shower. It’s a pretty convenient way to stream your tunes directly from any number of mobile devices, like your smartphone or tablet. It also works pretty well near the pool, at the beach, or when you’re camping. It’s makers claim that you can use it from up to 200 feet away, so your gadget can remain nice a dry while you’re soaked.

You can pair up to 5 different devices with the iShower, so multiple users can listen to their own playlists. It also has a built-in controls for your mobile device, and a clock so you don’t miss that important meeting because you stayed in the shower for too long.

You can get the iShower for $99.99(USD) directly from the iDevices.

[via FancyCrave]

Sound and time: two things that fly by pretty fast — and many an Engadget editor have been known to make time zip by faster with Klipsch headphones. While the company showed us its latest ear-gear in the fall of 2011, it’s kicking off 2013 at CES with a focus on speakers. It was a year ago when we checked out a mockup of Klipsch’s Stadium AirPlay speaker, and it’s finally poised to hit shelves in the coming months. Part of its Music Center lineup, the visually striking, wireless 2.1 system (pictured right) hasn’t changed aesthetically, but the company does have more to share when it comes to specs and availability. In addition to AirPlay, it’s now loaded with DLNA and Bluetooth, with compatibility for aptX. The Stadium is loaded with a duo of 5.25-inch subwoofers, a pair of three-inch woofers for mids and a pair of 1-inch “horn-loaded” tweeters to handle the highs. Now word on price just yet, but north of $1,500 (yes, you read right, audiophiles) wouldn’t be a bad guess when it arrives this summer.

For those looking solely for Bluetooth connectivity in a semi-portable package, Klipsch’s KMC3 (pictured left) might be the ticket. This 130-watt system features a 5.25-inch subwoofer and a pair of two-inch full-range drivers. Naturally, an 3.5mm input lets you plug your devices in the old fashioned way, while on integrated USB port can be used for charging your devices. Sadly, there’s also no word on price for the KMC3, but it should arrive a bit sooner in the spring. Klipsch says it has more planned for the Music Center this year as well, so we’ll keep you posted when we hear more. More details in the press release after the break.

Continue reading Klipsch details Stadium and KMC3 wireless speakers, hopes to be at the Center of your listening experience

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Today Scosche has just detailed three brand new audio devices to help make your listening experience better. With CES fully under way Scosche has released all the details on their new boomBOTTLE portable speaker that will fit any bike mount, as well as two new headphones to blast your tunes in the new year. Read on for details and pictures.

First off is the most exciting yet oddly named Scosche boomBOTTLE. With this neat portable and fully waterproof Bluetooth Speaker you’ll be blasting tunes or listening to your favorite book on tape while on the go. They’ve designed the omnidirectional speaker to nicely fit inside the waterbottle rack on all of today’s bicycles.

The boomBOTTLE offers omnidirectional sound from dual 40mm drivers delivering rich bass and amplified acoustics that won’t get lost in the wild during a bike ride. It features a vibration and water-resistant casing for durability, multiple color options, 10 hours of battery life and a 33 ft Bluetooth range. As usual 3.5mm options are available for those wanting to jam to some tuned while camping, and don’t need wireless capabilities. You’ll also get microphone support for hands-free calling if needed. No pricing or details are available at this time.

Next up is their reference grade RH1060 over the ear Bluetooth headphones. This new RH1060 headphones builds on Scosche’s award winning reference grade design by adding Bluetooth for a truly wireless and free experience. They rock the same 40mm drivers made from rare-earth neodymium magnets for superior sound and voice reproduction. Just like the speaker above offers 33ft range, full audio controls on the right earpiece, and micro-USB for charging the built-in rechargeable Li-Ion battery.

Then last but certainly not least is Scosche’s oddly named lobeDOPE headphones. These colorful California inspired cans will look great, sound great, and won’t break the bank. These being the only wired headphones announced today but that is a good thing. The headphone’s powerful 40mm drivers are optimized for any musical preference, and will sound great. There’s no details on specs at the moment but you can expect the new lobeDOPE cans to come in red, black, blue, green, orange gray and pink to match any personal sense of style.

Stay tuned right here on SlashGear for plenty of hands on with everything from CES, including these new Scosche products by heading to our CES 2013 portal.

Scosche reveals a trio of headphones and portable speakers is written by Cory Gunther & originally posted on SlashGear.
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After a long ride there’s nothing quite like a refreshing bottle of water. But getting to that point where you’re tired and dehydrated sometimes takes some extra motivation. Like your favorite music, which Scosche makes easier to access on a bike with its new boomBOTTLE weatherproof speaker. More »