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Review: Roku LT – Streaming Player

April 16, 2012 at 10:00 am / Audio & Video, Hardware, Reviews and Screencasts, Tech

The Roku LT (@RokuPlayer) is the lowest-cost option for streaming Roku’s video and music entertainment directly to a TV, without a PC. Roku currently features more than 40 channels of content in the U.K. and Ireland including on-demand films and programmes from Netflix and Crackle (Crackle is currently not available in Ireland); live and on-demand sports from MLB.TV and Ultimate Fighting Championship organisation; music from Classical TV and TuneIn; photos and videos from Facebook and Flickr; news and entertainment from WSJ [...]

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Review: Teufel Cinebar 21

April 9, 2012 at 12:50 pm / Audio & Video, Hardware, Reviews and Screencasts, Tech

Do you find that your tv is let down by its sound, then Here’s your solution: The Cinebar 21. this is compact but powerful sound bar with dolby Virtual technology. The Cinebar 21 soundbar can be used for film sound, music or other sources, delivering, outstanding sound across the board. The integrated Dolby Virtual speaker technology guarantees an amazingly surround sound impression – all of this from a narrow speaker housing designed The Cinebar 21 Soundbar has been fitted out [...]

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Review: Libratone Live Airplay speaker

April 2, 2012 at 11:10 am / Audio & Video, Hardware, Reviews and Screencasts, Tech

The @Libratone Live Airplay speaker allows users to stream songs from their iTunes music libraries on Mac or PC, as well as music stored on their iPad, iPhone or iPod touch, through their Wi-Fi networks using Apple’s Airplay*. The Libratone Live works like an acoustic instrument filling the entire room with sound. The tweeters and midrange drivers disperse sound in different directions, reflecting it off the walls, providing 360° sound Its also has high-end components such as ribbon-based tweeters along [...]

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Review: Scosche boomCAN

December 29, 2011 at 10:45 am / Audio & Video, Hardware, Reviews and Screencasts, Tech

The boomCAN by @Scosche, is a portable speaker. Slightly larger than a film canister, the boomCAN, uses a 35mm driver to pump out big sound despite its small footprint. Perfect for the office, workshop, or on the go the boomCAN plugs into a 3.5mm headphone jack making it compatible with virtually any portable media player. Its rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides up to 7 hours of music playback. Users can daisy chain multiple boomCANs together to max out their portable sound [...]

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Review: SOUND|FREAQ: Sound Step

December 21, 2011 at 10:00 am / Audio & Video, Hardware, Reviews and Screencasts, Tech

The Sound Step Recharge enables users to wirelessly stream audio from any Bluetooth enabled phone, media player PC and laptop or alternatively dock an iPod, iPad or iPhone directly to the device. This sleek and stylish unit delivers impressive, high definition, room filling sound via a 2.1 speaker configuration and sub-woofer that adds depth and a dynamic feel to the low frequencies. The Sound Step benefits from the freedom of Bluetooth technology which enables consumers to stream music wirelessly from [...]

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Review: Jabra HALO2

December 5, 2011 at 9:00 pm / Audio & Video, Hardware, Reviews and Screencasts, Tech

Jabra HALO2 is a Bluetooth stereo headset which is the ultimate smart phone or Mp3 player companion, making calls and music sound even better. The HALO2 is equipped with a detachable cord for users who prefer a direct connection to their music player and is also capable of connecting wirelessly to take calls on multiple smartphones or Bluetooth-enabled devices. Building off the success of the popular Jabra HALO, the HALO2 boasts advanced Multipoint technology, allowing for simple pairing of up [...]

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Review: KRATOR Neso 04 Speakers

November 4, 2011 at 10:00 am / Audio & Video, Hardware, Reviews and Screencasts, Tech

The KRATOR Neso 04, will amaze your senses by its explosive sound & style The aligned audio technology applied on N4-20U05 brings you full-spectrum sound performance. Total 5 watts R.M.S. fulfill your needs for better audio environment when using notebook. Beautifully simple, N4-20U05 enables you enjoy music anytime. Just by plugging 3.5mm audio cable to your MP3, iPod, iPhone, N4-20U05 will transmit audio with perfect performance. Built with volume and bass adjustable buttons in the back, N4-20U05 offers the most [...]

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Review: ION PIANO APPRENTICE

October 21, 2011 at 10:00 am / Audio & Video, Gadgets, Hardware, Reviews and Screencasts, Tech

The @IONaudio Piano Apprentice is a piano teaching tool for iPad, iPod and iPhone. You simply connect your iPad, iPod or iPhone, download the free Piano Apprentice app from the apple app store, and start playing piano instantly! The Piano Apprentice is a lightweight, portable 25-note keyboard that deliver authentic piano sound with it’s built-in stereo speakers and keys that respond to your touch. With the free app from the apple apps store, you can easy follow along with your piano instructor Scott Houston, aka [...]

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Review: SpeedLink XANTHOS Stereo Console Gaming Headset

October 18, 2011 at 10:00 am / Audio & Video, Gaming, Hardware, Reviews and Screencasts, Tech

The XANTHOS Stereo Console Gaming Headset with atmospheric LED lighting delivers sensational stereo sound for games and multimedia on all three platforms. Intensify your gaming experience and totally engross yourself in the virtual world – whether on the PS3, Xbox 360 or PC. Your friends and teammates will hear you with optimum clarity thanks to the fold-away microphone, plus you can conveniently adjust the volume level and mute the microphone using the in-line remote. In addition, the three-metre cable offers [...]

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Review: Moshi Moshi Pop Phone, By NativeUnion

September 8, 2011 at 11:00 am / Audio & Video, Gadgets, Hardware, Reviews and Screencasts, Tech

The POP handset combines classic style with a contemporary edge and is finished with a luxurious soft-touch texture It connects to your mobile device using a 3.5mm jack or with a adaptor for your specific device (sold separately) and even a USB adaptor (sold separately) so you can use it with Skype or other Voip The handset also uses noise reduction technology for better sound quality and comes with a 80cm coiled wire Key Features: • Improved call comfort • [...]

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Review: Etón’s Soulra XL Solar Powered iPod/Phone Dock

August 10, 2011 at 9:00 am / Audio & Video, Gadgets, Hardware, Reviews and Screencasts, Tech

Etón’s (@EtonCorporation) Soulra XL Solar Powered iPod/Phone Dock Soulra XL features a large retractable solar panel that will charge the built in battery pack to provide 5 hours plus of play time. Providing protection during outdoor use, the dock is nestled behind a clever splash proof antiglare glass cover that allows you to see the display screen in sunlight. The Soulra XL has a remote control, 8 speakers, mains adaptor (for indoor use), protective rubberised end caps and gel cushioned carry strap for [...]

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Review: The yeti, by Blue Microphones

July 25, 2011 at 10:00 am / Audio & Video, Hardware, Reviews and Screencasts, Tech

The Yeti is one of the most advanced and versatile multi-pattern USB microphones available anywhere. Combining three capsules and four different pattern settings (Stereo, Cardioid, Omnidirectional & Bidirectional) the Yeti is an ultimate mic for creating amazing recordings, directly to your computer. THX Certified for exceptional sound and performance, the Yeti can capture anything with a clarity & ease unheard of in a USB microphone. The Yeti features Blue’s innovative triple capsule array, allowing for recording in stereo or your [...]

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