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So, you’ve celebrated the landing of yet another construction deal by giving the whole crew their own Motorola Defy (except for Derick, who’s saddled with a lowly i365), but there’s still one problem: on-the-job entertainment. Enter Ridgid’s Jobsite Radio, hailed as the first iPod-toting boombox designed to withstand just about anything. As you can tell, the device itself is encased in a ShockMount layer of protective armor, and we have to stress the “armor” aspect. Users simply flip down the lid in the front, slide their iPod in and then change tracks via on-board external controls or remote control from up to 25 feet away. Oh, and if Joe or Buck just so happens to bring their Zune HD into work, the 3.5mm auxiliary input will ensure that no one is publicly shamed. The unit is powered by a standard 120V or Ridgid 18V battery, and if you’re curious as to just how hardcore this thing is, there’s an enlightening video embedded just after the break. She’s all yours after dropping $149 at the Home Depot.

[Thanks, Thomas]

Continue reading Ridgid Jobsite iPod Radio takes a beating, survives long enough to go on sale (video)

Ridgid Jobsite iPod Radio takes a beating, survives long enough to go on sale (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 14 Dec 2010 11:04:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The Earthlings here at Engadget HQ are still patiently awaiting their own Cr-48s, but it looks as if those who were quick on the trigger have just received a Chrome OS laptop to cuddle with. If you’ll recall, Google opened up a Chrome OS Pilot Program Tuesday, and for those who registered early (and got awfully lucky), they’re being treated to a Cr-48 on their doorsteps. One gracious tipster has already sent over a trio of unboxing shots (while another provided the video after the break), and we’ll be sure to give the low-down (you know — video, impressions, etc.) once our own arrives. Anytime now, FedEx…

[Thanks, Dan and Michael]

Continue reading Google Cr-48 Chrome OS laptop now shipping to the lucky few

Google Cr-48 Chrome OS laptop now shipping to the lucky few originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 09 Dec 2010 10:32:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It’s a pillow. And a remote. And if your powers of observation are anywhere near “strong,” you’ve probably deduced by now that you’re looking at a universal remote control… albeit one that’s wrapped within a pillow. We’ve seen similar creations come around in concept form, but leave it to the folks at Brookstone to turn this thing into a reality. Purportedly, this unit can be programmed to work with over 500 devices, and there’s a power-saving auto shutoff feature that’ll definitely be overrode by your incessant squeezing. We wouldn’t count on this thing actually working well, but for $29.95 (in addition to the cost of two AAA batteries, of course), we highly doubt you’ll find a more fashionable, lovable cube of cotton.

Universal remote arrives within a pillow, makes channel surfing hip again originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 15 Nov 2010 03:15:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Remember this guy? He’s back, and better than ever before. In fact, he’s bringing all sorts of good news for digital sheet music readers, namely that the AirTurn BT-105 is just weeks away from shipping. This Bluetooth-enabled system — which links up with standard page-turners and connects with your iPad, Mac or PC in order to flip from page to page without ever taking your hand away from your McCartney replica bass — even includes a debounce filter to prevent multiple page turns for each foot switch press. The system plays nice with forScore, MusicReader, and unrealBook, and the rechargeable battery is said to be good for a solid 100 hours. It’ll ship to Americans on November 16th for the tidy sum of $69, but before you rush away and jot down the date on your pocket calendar, head on past the break and mash play. It’s worth it, trust us.

Continue reading Bluetooth AirTurn BT-105 gets real, aims to flip digital music sheets on November 16th

Bluetooth AirTurn BT-105 gets real, aims to flip digital music sheets on November 16th originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 05 Nov 2010 04:24:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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In a bid to grab a little of that “respect” we keep hearing so much about, Archos has just started shipping its downright seductive 4.3-inch Archos 43. Boasting Android underneath, an HDMI output and inbuilt WiFi, this $249.99 portable media player has just about everything any on-the-go media lover could want. Though, we will say… that 16GB of storage could afford to be expanded. Good thing there’s a microSD slot, huh? Hit the source link if you’re interested in experiencing that whole “Add To Cart” phenomenon.

[Thanks, Kevin]

Android-based Archos 43 PMP now shipping for $250 originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 02 Nov 2010 00:47:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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