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There is no shortage of iPod and iPhone docks on the market today. You can find a speaker dock to fill just about every need be it a need whether portability or the desire for audiophile grade sound. One of the largest iPod speaker docks ever has surfaced called the Wall of Sound 2. The […]

Philips has revealed its latest iPhone speaker dock, the Philips DS8400, offering both Lightning and Bluetooth connectivity for the terminally indecisive. The new dock, which has an internal battery for standalone use, can dock with an iPhone or stream music from any Bluetooth A2DP-compliant phone, PMP, tablet, or other gadget.

Inside the curved casing there are two 3-inch full-range drivers, with each getting its own bass pipe for emphasizing the low-end. Philips also claims that the shape of the speaker-dock – with no squared-off sides either front or back – reduces sound reflections and unwanted vibrations.

On the audio side, the DS8400 sucks a digital audio input from the iPhone, rather than analog, for what Philips says is better overall sound, and the dock works with the SoundStudio app for iOS which includes a graphic equalizer and “MySound” system. There, dragging a finger around an onscreen grid adjusts the sound according to whether listeners prefer it to be “powerful”, “warm”, “bright”, or “clear”.

The app also offers internet radio playback, though of course you could also find that through many iPhone (or Bluetooth streaming device) apps. On the back, there’s an aux-in connection for wired non-Apple devices.

Battery life is an estimated five hours from a full charge, and Philips includes a mains power dock onto which the DS8400 sits to rejuice. A remote is included.

Philips says the DS8400 iPhone speaker-dock will go on sale this month, priced at £250 ($377). No word on US launch plans at this stage.

Philips DS8400 iPhone speaker-dock packs Bluetooth, Lightning & a battery is written by Chris Davies & originally posted on SlashGear.
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When you hear of a name like Ferrari by Logic3, you know for sure that this is no ripoff, but rather, it is a collaboration between one of the most successful stories in motorsports racing along with an audio company that always wants to deliver nothing but the best to its customers. Well, their latest collaboration has resulted in what they call the FS1 Air speaker dock, where this particular speaker dock will come with AirPlay technology which enables it to stream music wirelessly from iTunes or Apple devices.

Just what kind of hardware does the FS1 Air offer? Well, it boasts of a sophisticated design that was clearly inspired by the Scuderia Ferrari racing team, achieving a balance between the GT Car’s innovative lines, creases and curves along the way. Not only that, there is also a 2.1 speaker system which will incorporate Apple AirPlay technology so that users are able to stream their favorite tunes sans wires from iTunes or Apple devices. This is one flexible speaker system which also sports Bluetooth connectivity, just in case you do not happen to own any AirPlay compatible device in your household, preferring instead to rock to Android or Windows based devices.

Oh yeah, did we mention that the FS1 Air speaker dock will also come with an Apple Dock connector that allows you to charge and play your Apple device simultaneously? The FS1 Air will boast of a compact design which in essence, allows it to be the perfect addition to any room in the house, or if you prefer to perk up your workplace, at the office. It will incorporate patented Class HD Technology alongside a Digital Signal Processor (DSP) that controls the crossover and equalization processes, delivering an end result which goes along the lines of best performance, natural musical timbre and extended low frequency response.

If you are interested, be prepared to fork out a rather hefty $649 for the FS1 Air Speaker Dock from Ferrari by Logic3.

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[ Ferrari by Logic3 announces FS1 Air speaker dock copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

While not everyone is very particular about the kind of audio quality that they get from their ripped MP3 files, there are certain groups of folks who do look forward to a crisply converted file that gets as close as possible to the actual recording. Of course, a decent pair of headphones would definitely do a whole lot to accentuate the kind of music and tunes that the artist originally intended, but you cannot really share that aural experience with folks around you. If you are feeling sociable and are quite sure that the people around, strangers even, would appreciate your eclectic taste in music, then you would definitely look forward to the Cavallino GT1 Bluetooth speaker dock.

The Cavallino GT1 Bluetooth speaker dock is said to be the ultimate 2.2.1 speaker system which will bring together superb sound with luxury and style that is will not only capture the attention of many, it is also equally amazing to listen to as you lose yourself in hour after hour of audio bliss. If you are interested to see – or rather, hear, how the Cavallino GT1 Bluetooth speaker dock works, just drop by its booth at CES in Las Vegas, Nevada, later this year.

Ashvin Patel, Logic3 CEO, said, “Feedback was overwhelmingly positive with the recent launch of the FS1 speaker dock under the Scuderia Ferrari range, we are more than delighted to now expand the Cavallino range with the availability of the GT1 dock. At Ferrari by Logic3, hearing is believing and the GT1 promises a rich, powerful audio experience. Stop by our booth at CES to get blown away.”

You will find that the GT1 Bluetooth speaker dock does not skimp when it comes to build quality, as it makes use of premium materials that are combined with superior design, resulting in a product that delivers the ultimate luxurious experience that does not fall short of the standard that is more often than not associated with the Ferrari brand.

It will boast of a powerful 2.2.1 speaker system with an integrated 6.5” subwoofer, delivering rich sound quality which complements all music genres. The GT1 will boast of Class HD patented technology which offers ultimate power and high efficiency, where it includes a Digital Signal Processor (DSP) that controls the crossover and equalization so that a natural musical tone and extended low frequency response is the ultimate result.

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[ Cavallino GT1 Bluetooth speaker dock copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

If you’ve been holding out for a Bose-branded speaker dock to perch your iPhone 5 onto, the time has finally come. Bose has released an update to its SoundDock that now comes with full support for Apple’s new Lightning connector. The new dock looks a lot like past SoundDock iterations, expect this time you can use your newer iDevices with them.

The SoundDock III costs $250, which may be way over most users’ budgets, but for those looking for quality sound out of a speaker dock, $250 is not a bad price to pay. Other than the new Lightning connector, however, users won’t tell much difference between past iterations of the SoundDock — even the remote control is the same.

The SoundDock III may look big in the pictures, but it’s actually small enough to sit on most countertops, end tables, and dressers. It’s only 12-inches long and almost 7-inches tall, while it measure 6.5 inches in depth, which makes it a great solution if you’re looking for a small and versatile speaker system that still has plenty of oomph.

The Bose SoundDock series was one of the first popular speaker dock solutions, and it’s been around for a while now. It was first released way back in 2004 when the iPod was just becoming really popular. The first-generation SoundDock even used Firewire, and it wasn’t designed to be used with a cellular device, so connecting an iPhone to it caused major distortion issues. However, the company has made major progress in just three generations of the SoundDock, and audiophiles will no doubt be adding this to their last-minute Christmas lists.

Bose SoundDock III comes equipped with Lightning connector is written by Craig Lloyd & originally posted on SlashGear.
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