Sep 22

Evoz Baby Monitor lets you spy on your kid from anywhere your iPhone gets a signal

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Worried that your bundle of joy might get up to no good during your weekly Hatha class? Not with this monolith by his bedside, he won’t. It’s called the Evoz Baby Monitor and it takes its job very seriously. All you have to do is place this WiFi-enabled device next to Junior’s crib, download Evoz’ app on your iPhone and the monitor will automatically provide you with alerts (via text, e-mail or phone call) whenever your kid cries. Once you sync this watchdog with your phone, you can even use it to remotely listen in on your prince, just in case he utters his first words while you’re out on the links. Best of all, the system isn’t restricted to a fixed range and promises to work in any area where you’ve got cellular coverage — whether that be in the backyard, at the gym, or at Child Protective Services. Evoz won’t start shipping the Baby Monitor until October 4th, but gravely concerned parents can pre-order one now for $120, at the source link below. Otherwise, just crawl past the break for more information, in the full PR.

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Sep 15

Bose unveils SoundLink wireless mobile speaker, fancies up A2DP for a premium (hands-on)

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Ah, Bose — give it an audio product and it’ll be sure to add that seemingly unnecessary luxury feel, minus the hard hitting details. If you’ll recall, the Massachusetts-based company had quietly pushed some new ‘wares through the FCC this past week, but with not so much as a sliver of info. Today in the Big Apple, it finally let us in on one new item, the SoundLink wireless mobile speaker. Priced at $300 and up, this unit is a “portable” A2DP Bluetooth speaker weighing in at around three pounds with less than two-inches of depth — basically, it’s massive against similar speakers like the Jawbone Jambox or foxL v2. We had the opportunity today to spend a few minutes with this opulent gizmo, and you’ll find all the details just past the break.

Gallery: Bose SoundLink wireless mobile speaker hands-on

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Sep 14

Line 6 Mobile In app turns your iPad or iPhone into a multi-effect amp — party on, Wayne

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No word yet on if the volume peaks at 11, but what Line 6’s new Mobile In offerings will do is turn your iPad or iPhone into a pro modeling amp, with a sick range of amplifiers, guitar cabinets, stompboxes, tones and rack effects. The setup comes in two separate parts: the free mobile Pod app and the Mobile In adaptor, which lets aspiring metalheads (or Fleeting Foxes) connect their guitars to an iOS device using the 30-pin connector. Line 6 says this connection blows similar jack-based apps out of the water, and it’s throwing in 24-bit/48kHz digital sound for good measure. Although you’ll get a killer 110dB of dynamic range for guitar, you can still achieve 98dBs when you plug in another mono or stereo-line level — that old keytar, perhaps? With that kind of combo you’ll be thankful to know that it records and works with other CoreAudio apps like GarageBand — perfect for jamming out with your keyboard toutin’ buddies without the back-breaking work of carrying a heavy amp. Have your lighters ready for when the $79.99 adaptor ships this fall, but until then, check out the video and full PR after the break.

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Sep 14

HTC Sensation XE gets official, packing 1.5GHz dual-core CPU and Beats Audio

Posted in: Android, audio, dual-core, headphones, HTC, htc sense, HtcSense, mobilepostcross, Music, processor, smartphone, sound, Today's Chili, touchscreen
The rumors can be laid to rest, because HTC has officially announced its Sensation XE handset, replete with some upgraded specs and Beats Audio. Powered by a 1.5GHz dual-core processor, this Android device features a 4.3-inch touchscreen with qHD (540 X 960) resolution and boasts a larger 1730mAh battery that promises prolonged run times. As the first smartphone produced under HTC’s partnership with Beats Audio, this special edition Sensation also ships with a special pair of Beats by Dr. Dre headphones, along with an 8GB or 16GB microSD card and remote control that allows users to flip through tracks of take calls without ever reaching inside their pockets. Once these headphones are plugged in, the phone will automatically activate a Beats-optimized sound profile that, according to HTC, will deliver fuller bass, sharper vocals and broader range. The Sensation XE is slated to launch in Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East sometime this month, though price and a possible North America launch date remain unclear. Scurry past the break for more details in the full press release, along with an extra shot of Dre’s in-ear headphones.

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Sep 14

Logitech unveils Wireless Headset, Boombox for tablets, smartphones and Radio Raheem

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Logitech‘s family of iDevice-friendly accessories got a little larger today, with the addition of the new Wireless Headset and Wireless Boombox. The former (pictured above) allows users to roam up to 33 feet away from their iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch or Bluetooth devices, features a noise-canceling microphone and offers up to six hours of battery life. The boombox, meanwhile, seems to share much of its DNA with that S715i portable audio dock we got our hands on last year. Aside from its similar design (image after the break), Logitech’s Bluetooth-enabled system also features eight custom designed drivers (including, like its cousin, a pair of neodymium 3-inchers), boasts a rechargeable battery with six hours of endurance and can function at up to 33 feet away from any iDevice. The headset will be available sometime this month for $70, with the boombox hitting the market in October for $180. For more details, check out the full PR after the break.

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Sep 11

Artists hack Sony Ericsson’s Xperia phones to see the unseen universe, use fire as a flash

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For most of us, cellphones are for texting, calling and maybe the occasional tweet, but what happens when you hand them over to some of the world’s most creative minds? Giving hackers, artists and intellectuals free reign to mess with the various Xperia phones, Sony found out just how capable its handsets really are. Using a few tweaks and hacks, artists were able to create an installation that breathes fire when you snap a photo, a remote-controlled boat with GPS and a bike that uses colored lights to spell out secret words only visible when captured on camera. When Sony asked astrophysicist Joshua Peek to give it a go, he took full sky maps and telescope image data to build an app with an up-close view of electromagnetic patterns in the sky. To round out the project, musician Annabel Lindquist composed a song based on the sounds of Paris she recorded with an Arc. Now, if they could just mod one to avoid dropped calls, we’d be all set. Videos of their ingenuity in action after the break.

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Sep 08

NuForce’s Icon iDo amp improves iPod sound, costs more than a Classic

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Ever feel the temptation to run your iDevice straight into a set of 250-ohm Beyerdynamic or Sennheiser cans? You could, but the resulting sound would hardly rock you. Thankfully, NuForce’s colorful Icon iDo is ready to assist in your iAudiophile needs for only $250. This headphone amp — supporting sampling rates up to 48kHz, 24-bits of resolution and a 10-20kHz frequency — cables into your iPod’s 30-pin connector to bypass the digital audio converter and uses its own to amp up the quality of your audio. The iDo promises to drive headphones all the way up to 300-ohms with 12mW of power via its 3.5 jack, and it’s also sporting digital / analog RCAs if you want to share the love with some speakers. You’ll be at the whim of wall outlets as plug-in power is required for operation, but at least its built IR receiver will let you remote control your playlists from afar. It’s available today if you’re finding your HiFi bugged piqued, and a backside shot with PR is just past the break.

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Sep 08

The Icon iDo Is an Audiophile-Grade Amp for the iPhone and iPad

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If you want better audio quality from your iPhone or iPad, the Icon iDo is an amp that’s supposed to pump out audiophile-grade sound. Just plug in your iOS device to the amp, plug the amp into your stereo system and enjoy the sweet sing songs of tunes. More »

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Sep 02

Harman Kardon SB16 Sound Bar Lightning Review: How Much Is Good Sound Worth?

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At $600, Harman Kardon’s SB16 sound bar is intended for someone who isn’t quite impressed with a $200 soundbar, but doesn’t want to drop $1000 on one that will inspire envy. More »

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Sep 01

iHome’s AirPlay iW1 wireless speaker system available on September 26th, for $300

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It’s been a while since we first got our hands on the iW1 AirPlay, but it won’t be too much longer before iHome’s wireless speaker system hits the market. Yesterday, the company announced that the iW1 will be available on September 26th, for $300. For that price, you’ll be able to stream music from your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch, using the system’s two three-inch woofers and duo of one-inch tweeters with Bongiovi processing. The six-pound iW1 also boasts a rechargeable lithium ion battery, allowing you to easily tote it to your next house party, and can be wirelessly connected using iHome’s Home Connect app, available for free on iTunes. Blast past the break for the full press release, or hit up the source link for more detailed information.

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