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Scosche is back again with a spanking new audio peripheral for those who tend to spend plenty of time in the great outdoors. I am referring to the Scosche boomBOTTLE, which comes across as a new kind of mobile speaker that is capable of streaming music even when you are biking, hiking, or camping, among other outdoor pursuits. First unveiled at CES 2013 earlier this year, the Scosche boomBOTTLE actually managed to pick up the gong for an Innovations and Design Award Honoree, as it claims to offer remarkable audio quality whenever you are on the go.

Just what makes the Scosche boomBOTTLE different from the rest of the mobile speakers that are in the market? Well, this unique speaker will come with a durable non-slip, shock absorbing TPU exterior, which is strong enough to be able to withstand drops or vibrations which are attributed to traveling on rough terrain. Not only that, since it boasts of IP4X ratings for its weatherproof construction, it will also ensure that the Scosche boomBOTTLE remains protected from the likes of unexpected weather, sweat and other kinds of moisture. Heck, it even boasts of sealed dustproof speaker grills so that your ears will be able to enjoy maximum audio quality as far as possible.

There will be dual 40mm drivers incorporated that deliver rich, clear audio with amplified acoustics, which should be decent enough a performer for even the loudest of outdoor environments. Individual speakers feature an omnidirectional diffuser which will be able to channel music in all directions, resulting in 360 degrees of immersive sound. The boomBOTTLE has been blessed with incredible bass, where this is made possible courtesy of a large passive subwoofer which has been housed in a tuned and ported enclosure for optimum performance.

It also has a wireless range of 33 feet, doing away with the need for pesky cables that might trip you up. The grey boomBOTTLE can be yours for $149.99, although those looking for green, yellow, pink and blue shades will have to wait until this May.

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Scosche promised a soundtrack to our biking and hiking when it unveiled the BoomBottle back in January; conveniently, it’s shipping the Bluetooth speaker right as the spring thaw lets us give the peripheral a proper workout. The outdoorsy among us can now spend $150 to get a dust- and splashproof stereo system that fits into a bike’s water bottle holder, or on a backpack through a carabiner, and plays for 10 hours on a charge. We’ll have to wait, though, if we want a dash of color while we bombard other travelers with our taste in music. Gray versions are available now or very shortly at Scosche’s site and Walmart, but more season-appropriate blue, green, pink and yellow hues will only sell through Scosche in May.

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Scosche has been making all sorts of accessories for smartphones for a while now. Their latest add-on is actually a stereo system for your car. Scosche has unveiled a new car radio called the controlFREQ that gives you complete control over the car audio system using a mobile app.

The stereo uses a single DIN form-factor with a detachable face plate. The companion controlFREQ application turns your smartphone into a wireless remote control via Bluetooth. Using the app, you can stream audio directly from your smartphone to the car audio system, change radio stations, and control EQ settings for the stereo system. It also works for hands-free calling. The stereo system also has an integrated CD player that supports burned discs with MP3s and more. Specs for the stereo include 4x40W amplifiers, with both direct and pre-amp outputs.

The controlFREQ car stereo sells for $139.95(USD) and is available to purchase now. The app is available for the iPhone or for Android devices at no additional cost.

Scosche has just announced a spanking new controlFREQ car stereo receiver as well as an accompanying app which will be able to transform the majority of smartphones out there into a touchscreen remote control. Not only that, it will also enable users to stream their favorite tunes from their smartphone or Bluetooth-enabled device without missing a beat, and this universally compatible receiver is also capable of playing music over a USB port, or if you prefer, you can store your music on an SD memory card, or via the front AUX port, as well as iPod direct control.

Do not forget that the Scosche controlFREQ will also boast support for the more common AM/FM RDS enabled tuner and CD player. Alves, Executive Vice President Scosche Industries, said, “No matter where you store your music the controlFREQ has you covered. When you combine the flexibility to play music from nearly any source with an intuitive app you’re guaranteed to have a positive car audio listening experience.”

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Scosche has announced the launch of new charging devices aimed at the Apple iPhone 5 and the iPad mini with the Apple Lightning connector. If you travel a lot with your iPhone or your iPad mini and you need to charge the devices in the car, you have probably been resorting to carrying your official Apple charging cable with you and using a DC USB adapter in the car.

If you only have one Lightning cable, it can be a serious pain having to take it from the car to the house and into the office to keep your device charged. Scosche has been a supplier of all manner of Apple accessories including charging cables for a long time. The company has now announced that it is the first manufacturer offering 5 W and 12 W wall and car chargers for Lighting devices.

Scosche has announced the launch of the strikeBASE wall charger it features a three-foot-long cable and flush folding wall prongs for portability. The charger has a low-profile design that leaves the other outlet open for use. The 5 W version is available for $29.99 and is designed for charging the iPhone or various iPod devices.

People needing to charge the iPad can opt for the 12 W version for $34.99. The strikeDRIVE Lightning car charger is the industry’s first 12 W car charger and has a three-foot coiled cable. It sells for $29.99 and will charge the iPhone or iPad devices. A 5 W version is also available for $24.99 and is designed specifically for the iPhone.

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Scosche launches new 5 and 12 W Lightning chargers for home and car is written by Shane McGlaun & originally posted on SlashGear.
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