News Archive for 06/09/11
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EyeTV Diversity announced
09/11, 5:20pm
El Gato announces EyeTV Diversity
El Gato has announced its EyeTV Diversity, a USB 2.0 adapter that can play and record over-the-air digital television in the European Digital Video Broadcast - Terrestrial (DVB-T) format. The new 3-band tuner adds dual built-in antennas that improve reception indoors by as much as 50 percent via internal amplification of weak signals, according to El Gato. The EyeTV Diversity includes El Gato's EyeTV 2 software to record and manage incoming video, and further details about the new adapter are expected to follow its formal demonstration at Apple Expo, according to Electronista.
iPod-ready audio systems
09/11, 4:25pm
Mustek ships iPod-ready audio systems
Mustek today began shipping its new Paragon iPod-dockable home audio systems (site not updated) which include a compact tabletop model and a sleek tower design. Paragon audio systems incorporate the Apple iPod universal docking cradle to support the video iPod, iPod nano, iPod photo, iPod mini, and earlier FireWire-capable iPods. Both systems simultaneously recharge the iPod while playing music, and feature a distortion-free amplifier alongside a three-way shielded speaker system with a built-in subwoofer. A wireless infrared remote enables users to operate the devices from across the room. Both the TW450 and DT260 ship with a power adapter, remote control with battery, docking insert for iPod mini/iPod nano, spacers to accommodate the larger iPods, an audio cable, and a docking cover. The TW450 is available for $250, while the DT260 tabletop model is priced at $130.
MusicJam Mixer unveiled
09/11, 3:00pm
MusicJam Mixer supports iPod karaoke
Cerventis today unveiled the MusicJam Mixer, a device enabling owners to use iPod-based music for karaoke or as part of a multi-instrument performance. The gadget features both standard electric guitar and microphone inputs, allowing musicians to sing and play over music from the iPod while relaying the resulting output through standard RCA connections. MusicJam owners also have access to KaraokeVideos, a program that can convert songs into karaoke music videos that complement the MusicJam Mixer itself, according to Electronista. The company will begin accepting orders in the near future for $230.
Apple eyes Japanese market
09/11, 10:35am
Apple eyes Japanese online music
Apple is aiming to seize more of Japan's download music market, according to one report, as the company recently offered free iTunes Music Store downloads to fans at a popular music festival in Tokyo. Fans who attended the concert to see the Arctic Monkeys and Metallica received three free iTunes downloads, signaling Apple's attempt to lure Japanese customers away from mobile music transfers, according to Reuters. "iTunes faces a dramatically different situation in Japan compared to other markets," Gerhard Fasol said, president of Eurotechnology K.K. in Tokyo. "iTunes is a very strong player in the market for downloads to PCs, Macs and iPods, but that makes up a small portion of the online music downloads [in Japan]." Apple is offering prepaid iTunes cards in convenience stores for Japanese customers who remain reluctant to purchase songs over the internet, and for individuals who don't own a credit card.
RadTech Westone UM Series
09/11, 8:15am
Westone UM Series earphones ship
RadTech has announced the Westone UM Series in-ear monitors with True Fit technology: "Experience the best sonic reproduction possible, with noise isolation far surpassing that of cumbersome and complicated active noise-canceling phones. External isolation is a noise-silencing 30dB, allowing listeners to hear the full dynamic range of recordings without having to play them at unnaturally high volume levels." The company says that the True Fit tips are constructed from a softer and denser material that blocks outside sound and noise much more efficiently. Two tip sizes are included to fit all users, and UM Series monitors can be fitted with custom ear molds at any time. Two models are currently available; the single driver UM-1 with a frequency response which matches or exceeds that of most high-end phones; 40-16,000Hz as well as the premium dual-driver UM-2 that offers a response of 20-18,000Hz. The UM Series Monitors start at $101 include four pair of True Fit eartips, a zippered storage/carry pouch and a sound conduit cleaning tool.
