Sep 06

Philips Fidelio DS3801W, another ring-shaped AirPlay speaker, does the FCC tango

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Philips Fidelio Speaker

Those of you who kinda dug JBL’s On Air, but wished it was just a tad more wheel-like, will probably love this AirPlay-enabled speaker from Philips that just passed through the FCC. Burdened with the name DS3801W, this ring-shaped Fidelio unit not only packs WiFi, but a USB port for charging and playing back music from your iDevices, as well as an “MP3-Link” jack (which appears to be just a 3.5mm audio plug) for all your non-Apple players. We got a brief hands-on with its battery-packing sibling, the DS3881w, at IFA and we expect this unit to ship for a little less than that model’s $330 price point. Check out the source link for a bunch more images, as well as the user manual and all the RF exposure reports you can handle.

Philips Fidelio DS3801W, another ring-shaped AirPlay speaker, does the FCC tango originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 06 Sep 2011 09:58:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sep 05

WiLAN lawyers up, picks patent fight with Apple, Dell, HP, HTC and others

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You know what the tech world needs? More patent litigation, which is why WiLAN is at it again in the rocket docket of the Eastern District of Texas. This time, instead of suing cable companies, it’s going after the likes of Apple, Dell, HP, HTC, Kyocera, Novatel, Alcatel-Lucent and Sierra Wireless. There are two patents at issue: no. RE37,802 that covers CDMA and HSPA data transmission, and no. 5,282,222 which is related to data transmission tech with WiFi and LTE. Will the plucky patent troll get some quick cash, or will the big boys fight this one to the end? Stay tuned.

WiLAN lawyers up, picks patent fight with Apple, Dell, HP, HTC and others originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 05 Sep 2011 05:14:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sep 04

Altec Lansing shows off an iPod dock, AirPlay speaker, plus headphones for the ladies

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Altec Lansing is showing off a handful of updates to its line of audio accessories this week at IFA in Berlin. At top of the list is the newly revealed inAir 5000, a hefty tabletop AirPlay speaker that the company is firmly positioning to take on Bowers & Wilkins’ Zeppelin line (which also recently got its own AirPlay version). Like that system, the inAir certainly offers a unique take on aesthetics, with a teardrop design. The company opted not to install an Apple dock on the 110 watt system, given that compatible devices can stream audio wirelessly to the thing via AirPlay.

The iMT630 Classic is, not surprisingly, a more traditional speaker dock. It’s portable and light and features a docking shelf on the front that can be flipped out with the push of a button. Open up the stand on the back, and you’ll find a spot for storing the speaker’s remote. The remote itself is also magnetic, so you can stick it to the Classic’s front grill (someone at the company has clearly lost a lot of remotes in their day). No word yet on pricing and availability for either speaker system.

The company also showcased its Bliss Headphones, which are “designed for a Woman’s ear.” What does that mean, exactly? Mostly that their earbuds are smaller, fitting more comfortably in smaller ear canals. Altec Lansing assures us, however, that they’re still capable of offering great sound, in spite of their size. And yes, they come in pink.

Gallery: Altec Lansing shows off an AirPlay system and iPod dock, plus headphones for the ladies

Altec Lansing shows off an AirPlay system and iPod dock, plus headphones for the ladies

Altec Lansing shows off an iPod dock, AirPlay speaker, plus headphones for the ladies originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 04 Sep 2011 19:31:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sep 04

Switched On: The accidental handset company, Part 2

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Each week Ross Rubin contributes Switched On, a column about consumer technology.

Last week’s Switched On discussed why Google’s ownership of Motorola is unlikely to bring major changes to the balance of power among Android licensees. But Motorola also has significant interests in the set-top market. And, of course, there’s the question of Android’s main licensed rival, Windows Phone 7. In both of those cases, though, there is also unlikely to be noteworthy change, reinforcing the acquisition as a purely defensive move. Read on for more.

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Switched On: The accidental handset company, Part 2 originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 04 Sep 2011 18:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sep 04

Elgato EyeTV Mobile eyes-on (video)

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Elgato’s been experimenting with live TV on the iPad for over a year now, but until now, that meant streaming programs that were already broadcast online anyway — a mighty large limitation, wouldn’t you say? This week, though, the company announced EyeTV Mobile, a TV tuner that plugs into the iPad 2’s 30-pin connector, allowing it to pull in broadcast television. We just happened to stumble on Elgato’s booth here at IFA and treated ourselves to a short TV break. The tuner, which fits easily in the palm of your hand when the antenna is collapsed, only allows you to draw in signals using the DVB-T standard, so make no mistake this is a product just for our European readers. (Although Elgato says it hopes to release something similar in Japan.) Even more than the hardware or the programming selection (fútbol, anyone?), we remain impressed by the free EyeTV iOS app, whose interface is pretty much the same as the HDHomeRun for iPad app, with the ability to swipe the screen to change channels and, in this case, save your location. It’ll be available across the pond for €99.95 / £99.95 at the end of this month. Until then (or if you’re just stuck in the states), check out our hands-on photos below and a video demo after the break.

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Elgato EyeTV Mobile eyes-on (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 04 Sep 2011 14:32:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sep 04

Apple wins German injunction against Samsung, Galaxy Tab 7.7 pulled from IFA

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Apple’s ongoing patent battle with Samsung has taken yet another twist, now that Cupertino has won an injunction blocking German sales of the recently unveiled Galaxy Tab 7.7. According to FOSS Patents, Samsung pulled its new Android tablet from both the IFA show floor and its German website on Saturday, in compliance with a Friday decision handed down by the same Düsseldorf Regional Court court that banned sales of the Galaxy Tab 10.1 last month. The 7.7-inch slate had previously been on display with a sticker that read “Not for sale in Germany,” but, as we noticed yesterday, all demo models, posters and other promotional materials have since been removed. Samsung spokesman James Chung told Bloomberg that the new injunction “severely limits consumer choice in Germany,” but confirmed that the Korean manufacturer “respects the court’s decision,” and vowed to do everything it could to defend its intellectual property. Details on the ruling remain hazy and Apple has yet to comment, but we’ll let you know as soon as we hear more.

Apple wins German injunction against Samsung, Galaxy Tab 7.7 pulled from IFA originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 04 Sep 2011 05:27:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sep 04

Final Cut Studio on sale again via Apple telesales, video editors worldwide breathe sighs of relief

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If you’re one of the many Final Cut Pro users unhappy with Apple’s latest version — and you haven’t been lured into Adobe’s open arms — today brings good news. According to MacRumors, Cupertino will continue to offer the previous, discontinued version via telephone sales. Calling 800-MY-APPLE and asking for Final Cut Studio (part number MB642Z/A) will net you Final Cut Pro 7, Motion 4, Soundtrack Pro 3, DVD Studio Pro 4, Color 1.5 and Compressor 3.5 for $999, or $899 for qualified educational customers. That’s a far cry from the $299.99 for Final Cut Pro X, but if you’re interested in, say, opening legacy projects or outputting to tape, you might grudgingly pony up the extra dough.

Final Cut Studio on sale again via Apple telesales, video editors worldwide breathe sighs of relief originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 04 Sep 2011 02:06:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sep 03

XtremeMac showcases the Soma Stand, Soma Travel and more at IFA (video)

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There were lots of cool Apple-centric products to been seen around XtremeMac’s extremely orange booth at IFA this week, proving that there’s still interesting things to be done in the world of iPhone / iPad / iPod docks.

At the top of the list is the Soma Stand, a pyramid-shaped dock that folds up for portability. The accessory is mostly speaker, which faces outward, so sound isn’t blocked when you’ve got an iPad on the thing. The Soma Stand should be hitting shelves around October, running around €100 here in Europe.

The Soma Travel, meanwhile, works without the need batteries or wires, running directly off the power from your docked Apple device. XtremeMac claims that a docked iPhone 4 playing through the speakers will get about 34 hours of audio playback on a charge. As expected, the thing doesn’t get too loud, but it should do the trick for solo listening. The peripheral will run around €50 on its release.

The Tango Bar is a style-conscious sound bar with a silver grill that fits in quite nicely with the current generation iMac. The speaker pulls both audio and power from a single USB cable and outputs audio at ten watts. Like the Soma Stand, the Tango Bar will run around €100. Check out video of the Soma Stand after the break.

Gallery: XtremeMac IFA booth hands-on

XtremeMac IFA booth hands-on

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XtremeMac showcases the Soma Stand, Soma Travel and more at IFA (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 03 Sep 2011 18:12:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sep 03

The iPhone 5 Rumor Roundup Redux

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A lot’s happened since the last time we put all the iPhone 5 rumors in one place for you. So here’s an up-to-date look at what we’re expecting from Apple’s next iPhone. More »

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Sep 03

Galaxy Tab 7.7 disappears from IFA floor, not a trace left behind

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Galaxy Tab 7.7 vanishes

Just two days after Samsung unveiled its Honeycomb-sporting Galaxy Tab 7.7, the slate (along with all traces of its existence) has vanished from the IFA floor. All demo models have been yanked from Sammy’s booth, branding has disappeared, and even the large poster touting the slate has been covered up. The Korean company hasn’t been entirely forthcoming about the reason behind the removal, but a spokesperson did tell SlashGear that the move was voluntary. Given that the Galaxy Tab 10.1 is already barred from sale in Germany (and some 7.7 units on display bore a sticker informing handlers it would also not make it to retail in Deutschland), speculation has led many to link the vanishing act to the ongoing legal battle with Apple. For now though, all we have to go on is Samsung’s confirmation that the tablet has been pulled, accompanied by a refusal to comment further.

Galaxy Tab 7.7 disappears from IFA floor, not a trace left behind originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 03 Sep 2011 12:43:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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