09
Sep
2011
Engadget: 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). (more…)
09
Sep
2011
Electronista: Philips at IFA introduced three new audio docks meant to work with portable Android devices like smartphones and tablets. They are largely Android versions of Philips’ iPod docks, with the same hardware other than the connectors being micro USB instead of Apple’s Dock Connector in this case. The AS111 is the smallest of the three, with the AS351 larger but also made to go mobile thanks to a battery compartment, and the AS851 the largest and offering the best sound. (more…)
02
Sep
2011
What Hi-fi: Loewe is putting 3D Blu-ray, iPod docking and discrete 2.1 into one box – taking on Bose with the compact MediaVision 3D cinema system.
The MediaVision 3D unit – also available without the speakers – offers 2D and 3D Blu-ray plus DVD and CD playback, and has an iPod/iPhone dock. (more…)
02
Sep
2011
What Hi-fi: Looks like a soundbar with an iPad on top, doesn’t it? But it isn’t – this isLoewe’s new SoundVision, an all-in-one music system that can handle CDs, iPod (but not iPad) docking, internet and FM radio, and music streaming.
That iPad-a-like perched on top is actually a fixed, 7.5in touchscreen display, which you can use to browse/control all your content – which can also be done via a remote handset, if you prefer. The display’s interface is user-customisable. (more…)
02
Sep
2011
What Hi-fi: Philips has just announced that its Fidelio range is getting three new Android-dedicated models.
The new docks are based on the current Fidelio for Apple range, but these new models have a ‘unique connector design that adjusts in three dimensions to hold any phone in both portrait and landscape positions. (more…)
01
Sep
2011
What Hi-fi: Launching at IFA in Berlin is the latest model from Scottish digital radio company Revo: its £300 K2 will hit shops worldwide from October 17, and brings a new look to table radios with its 33cm tall slim design – not to mention having a slide-out dock to accommodate iPods, iPhones and iPads. (more…)
31
Aug
2011
What Hi-fi: Not content with dropping news of its new Blu-ray player on us today,Pioneer is also introducing five micro hi-fi systems, priced from £130 to £450.
All but the entry-level X-HM10 CD receiver (£130) come fitted with a DAB+ radio, composite video out, USB connectivity and a direct digital connection for iPod/iPhone. (more…)
30
Aug
2011
Akihabaranews: Panasonic new D-Dock SC-PM500 is the company latest compact Hi-Fi with USB support, CD and Tuner Radio to come with full support of Apple’s DAP and Phones.
While the SC-PM500 comes in a rather “conventional” design, Panasonic however focus its attention on bringing the purest sound possible for your iPhone to its SC-PM500 thanks to its latest generation of Digital Audio converter chipset and tuner speakers. (more…)
30
Aug
2011
02
Aug
2011
What Hi-fi: Martin Logan electrostatic speakers may not be to everyone’s taste, but they certainly look distinctive.
And while they could never be described as cheap, the latest incarnation is at least more affordable than its forebears.
The ElectroMotion ESL (EM-ESL) is described as “the world’s most affordable high performance hybrid electrostatic loudspeaker”, costing £2499 a pair in satin black, or £2900 for the gloss black version. (more…)
02
Aug
2011
What Hi-fi: Klipsch, perhaps best known for its more traditional horn-loaded speakers, has developed a new range of slimline surround speakers for today’s flatscreen TVs.
The Gallery series consists of free-standing or wall-mountable passive designs in four sizes. They can be bought individually, or as part of a home cinema package. (more…)
29
Jul
2011
Bornrich: For audiophiles who are always looking for ways to accessorize their iPhone and iPod, with demanding systems where they can dock up their phones and music players, and listen to their favorite music in style. Lenco has introduced the iPod Tower 1 which could integrate a large number of formats where it could read audio files and play it on the speakers. The latest version of the tower, iPod Tower 2 integrates a few more functions for a better multimedia experience. (more…)
