Engadget http://www.engadget.com Engadget http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif Engadget http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[Insert Coin: Twig, the tiny iPhone cable that's also a tripod (video)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/29/insert-coin-twig/http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/29/insert-coin-twig/http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/29/insert-coin-twig/#comments In Insert Coin, we look at an exciting new tech project that requires funding before it can hit production. If you'd like to pitch a project, please send us a tip with "Insert Coin" as the subject line.

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Imagine an iPhone cable that was only four-inches long, doubled as a tripod and could bend to your every whim? That's the idea behind Twig, designed by former WIMM engineer Jason Hilbourne, who wanted something sturdier, smaller and more portable than Cupertino's "limp noodle." In partnership with an iOS accessory maker, the cable's three sturdy prongs will transform into a dock, wrap around objects or create a free-standing tripod for your FaceTime needs. It needs $50,000 to turn from dismembered action-figure prototype to reality, with an $18 pledge enough to secure you one of the first to leave the factory. After the break we've got the pitch footage, which includes what happens when you start prototyping with your Speed Racer dolls.

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LG has been coy quiet about details of its 55-inch OLED TV since we saw its hyper-rich organic colors at CES, but it just nailed down a number of details at a Monte Carlo Monaco event. The 55EM9600 has seen its display base get visibly bigger now that the screen isn't being specially perched at a trade show, but the redesign and using a carbon fiber back has let it shed an extra millimeter of thickness, down to 4mm (0.16 inches). The steadier footing puts all the AV connectors at the back, while a trio of USB ports sit on the side for those who often share media from their cameras and flash drives. LG wouldn't give our Spanish team definite release info about the OLED set, but there's been repeated murmurs of a European price of about €9,000 ($11,313) and a possible release as soon as July, just inside LG's official target of the second half of the year. Certainly not the most frugal TV you can buy at this size if that's true, then, but it'll certainly get everyone's attention -- now where's our US details?

Update: There's now a swishy promo video below, plus some English language details at the source link.

Update 2: For those who'd like a bit more reading material, we've added the full PR after the break.

Update 3: LG has also helped settle some of the details that it can share at this early stage: July isn't looking likely, but the price could be on the sunnier side, tentatively edging closer to €8,000 ($10,063).

Gallery: LG 55EM9600 press shots

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LG's 55-inch OLED TV gets official design, possible €9,000 price tag (update 3: LG fills in more) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 23 May 2012 16:12:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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In its ongoing battle against internet bottlenecks -- or let's face it -- techie bragging rights, Netgear has launched two more devices with that sweet, sweet 802.11ac data flow. Joining its recently announced R6300 router, is the R6200 model, which supports a combined WiFi speed of 1200 Mbps, has a USB port for networking devices, and of course also rides the a, b, g and n waves too -- if you don't have any 802.11ac kit just yet. Well, as it happens, Netgear thought of that, and has also announced the A6200 dual band USB WiFi adapter to, literally, bring your existing kit up to speed. If you want in on the action, you'll need to spend $179.99 and $69.99 respectively when they launch in Q3 this year. Full specs in the PR after the break.

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If there's a pain that Engadget writers know all too well, it's running out of battery life for a smartphone when we need it most. Say, at a major trade show. That's why we're enthused to hear of an upcoming fuel cell USB charger that Lilliputian Systems is developing for Brookstone. The lighter fluid-filled tank should provide up to 14 full charges for your phone before you need to spend a few dollars to top up, or two weeks if you power up daily -- we'd call that about two CES' worth in our lingo. Better still, using a solid oxide membrane on silicon not only makes a long fuel cell runtime possible, longer than we've seen for methanol, but makes the phone-sized pack safe to carry on the airliners we ride entirely too often. Pricing has yet to be sorted out, but with Brookstone stores likely to start carrying the fuel cell before the end of the year, it should be ready just in time for our next big trip to Las Vegas.

Brookstone fuel cell USB charger to keep phones powered for two weeks, Engadget editors happy originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 09 May 2012 04:41:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Trying to get convincing, natural poses out of 3D models can be tricky, so it's a relief that two Japanese universities' joint ventures, the University of Electro-Communications' ViVienne and the University of Tsukuba's SoftEther, are close to wrapping up work on their posable mannequin. Now called Qumarion, the model formerly known as QUMA uses 32 sensors across 16 body joints to translate the humanoid statue's pose to the computer screen simply by bending limbs, much like you would the legion of action figures you had when you were eight. Neither you nor your kids will be using Qumarion to storm Fort Barbie anytime soon, but the 120 frames per second sample rate over USB does mean that poses are mirrored in your modeling tools almost instantly. You also won't have much longer to wait to buy one for your fledgling anime production: the mannequin and custom modeling software from Celsys should be bundled together sometime within the summer for a comparatively frugal $750.

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If your gadget life centers equally on Apple devices and luxury Danish home theater, Bang & Olufsen now has you officially covered. The BeoPlay V1 TV, which we got a sneak peek at just over a week ago, has a slot to connect your Apple TV without wires spoiling the look of your upscale loft. Both 32- and 40-inch versions have relatively powerful speakers, too, with as many as three 32W amps in the 40-inch version being joined by discrete treble / mid speakers and a bass unit. Either of the 1080p TVs carries a 100Hz refresh rate, five HDMI inputs, and a USB port for your music and photos. Just as new is a BeoPlay A3 speaker dock for the iPad, which nestles your first- or second-generation iPad into what Bang & Olufsen calls a "stable wedge" that not only keeps the iPad comfy but adapts the speakers to get maximum output depending on its orientation. An eight-hour 10-hour battery keeps the speakers completely wireless, although it won't charge your iPad in the process. The company will have the V1 in British shops on May 3rd at a comparatively frugal £1,999 ($3,238) and £2,499 ($4,047) for the respective 32- and 40-inch sizes, while fans of Hamlet's homeland will have to wait until May 23rd to pay £449 ($727) for an A3 dock, a picture of which you can find after the break.

Update: As it turns out, the A3 will priced at $550 with it hits the US later this month, not $727 as we previously reported.

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You can only skim through so many iPad/iPod/iPhone docks before things start to get predictable, and when a speaker dock stands out, it's usually for a retro design or a little mood lighting. Sony's two newest iOS docks, the CMT-V50iP and the CMT-V75BTiP, may look like your standard options, but they aim to break the mold by using magnetic fluid instead of speaker dampers to move sound. Sony says this technology provides clearer audio with less distortion, and no dampers means a slimmer design. If your music collection extends beyond your iDevice, you can take advantage of the CD player and built-in DAB and DAB+ radio, or -- if you've migrated to the digital age -- stream over Bluetooth on the CMT-V75BTiP or connect via USB on the CMT-V50iP. Sony just announced these yesterday, and pricing info remains MIA, though The Verge reports that both models will drop in the next few months.

New Sony iOS docks promise clearer sound thanks to magnetic fluid originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 24 Apr 2012 12:57:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Hauppauge, not satisfied with only bringing DVR-like functions to the Broadway this week -- has unleashed a new box called the StreamEez that links your HD video camera to your computer for live broadcasts. HDMI or component video hook it up on the cam side, USB on the computer side. It uses H.264 video compression and is compatible with sites like USTREAM that require the RTMP protocol. The box plus Windows software starts at $299. Everything but the price probably sounds pretty familiar since the incredibly similar Livestream Broadcaster is also just about on the scene, though, it'll run you about $195 more. Take a gander at the PR after the break.

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Hauppauge announces StreamEez to broadcast live HD video originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 18 Apr 2012 23:35:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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"That is totally a gimmick," Wayne Coyne answers with great relish. "It's a beautiful gimmick. I think all things that we marvel over are based in gimmicks."

He's on the phone for a day of back-to-back interviews, a trapping of the job that would cause lesser, more jaded men to roll their eyes and submit with dragged heels, particularly those who've been playing the game through 30 years and 13 LPs. But Coyne, much to his credit, dives into everything he does headfirst with the manner of childlike wonder that's come to be established with the vast majority of the Flaming Lips' catalog.

At the beginning of our conversation, he lets it be known that he's slightly distracted. His wife is photographing him. And he's in his underwear. He didn't bother putting anything else on, knowing that he'd be running a marathon of phone interviews all day. Maximum comfort is important. It's a hard image to erase from my mind as Coyne settles in to explain the band's decision to embrace Siri on a recent web-only track called "Now I Understand."

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The art of the gimmick: an interview with the Flaming Lips' Wayne Coyne originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 16 Apr 2012 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Nissan NV200 Taxi of Tomorrow hands-on (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 04 Apr 2012 14:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It's no secret that a few of us here at Engadget HQ have an affinity for mobile recording tech. Perhaps you could blame some of our fledgling amateur music careers, but at any rate, we love to get our hands on tech that allows us to lay down tracks on-the-go. It's also no surprise that Apogee would offer up another product that would look to do just that. As a complement to the outfit's Jam guitar adapter, the Apogee MiC is the latest foray into mobile recording. Much like its guitar specific counterpart, the MiC is both iDevice and Mac compatible and its compact stature won't take up precious real estate in your travel pack. But, as you may expect, staying mobile comes at a premium. So, is the $249 price tag a deal breaker for the MiC? Is it a small price to pay for adding a solid microphone to your mobile recording setup? Journey on past the break to find out.

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Apogee MiC review originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 24 Mar 2012 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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As if there weren't already enough devices out there for connecting musical instruments to iDevices, Roland's unveiled its latest entrant to the fray over at this year's Musikmesse. Combining a duo of iOS apps and a Netgear-sourced USB dongle, the company's created what's dubbed as the Wireless Connect system. Essentially, by plugging the USB stick into a select number of the company's electronic instruments, you'll be able to jam out using your iDevice as a cord-free aid. With its updated app version of V-Drums Friend Jam, drummers can work on their chops and share the results over the web (alternatively, the current computer variant requires a wired connection). Additionally, the Air Recorder app allows you to hook up with its Synths and V-Accordions to record your playing, jam along with songs from your iPhone or both at the same time. Notably, you likely won't get much use out of Wireless Connect at your next gig, though, as it requires a LAN connection with access to the internet for full functionality. While there's not word on a pricing just yet, Roland plans to have the system on store shelves by the end of spring. Interested musicians can glance at the press release and instrument compatibility details planted just past the break.

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Roland's Wireless Connect lets your iPhone and electronic instruments play nice sans cords originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 22 Mar 2012 11:43:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Over the weekend, Sprint announced it's handing out one of its 3G / 4G dongles free of charge to its customers -- with a catch, though. The gratis U602 Plug-in-connect can be yours now if you're rockin' an American Express Prepaid Reward Card, getting a new line or willing to sign a fresh two-year deal. And, if those options aren't tempting enough, you'll unfortunately have to part ways with a mere 50 bucks in order to take one home. However, don't expect this Now Network USB connector to let you surf on those promised LTE waves, since beloved WiMax speeds (with 3G as a fallback option) are all you can get. Sound good? The Plug-in-connect is up for grabs now at your local store or via the source link below.

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Always Innovating isn't feeling inspired enough to take the lead on manufacturing, instead licensing the technology to third parties, but with some agreements signed and others on the way, this ICS solution on a stick may be hitting stores just in time to become this holiday season's ultimate stocking stuffer. Pricing is of course up to the manufacturers, but TI reps suggested that we might see these things pop up later this year in the $50-99 range, finally making Google on every TV a much more reasonable proposition. Care to take a gander at this stick-based wunderkind? Jump past the break for our hands-on.

Gallery: Always Innovating HDMI Android dongle

Continue reading Always Innovating HDMI Android dongle gets an ICS update, we swing by for a taste (video)

Always Innovating HDMI Android dongle gets an ICS update, we swing by for a taste (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 01 Mar 2012 11:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>adapterAlways InnovatingAlwaysInnovatingandroidandroid 4.0Android4.0donglehands-onhdmihdmi dongleHdmiDonglehdpostcrossice cream sandwichIceCreamSandwichmobile world congressmobile world congress 2012mobilepostcrossMobileWorldCongressMobileWorldCongress2012mwcmwc 2012Mwc2012nxfomapomap 4Omap4set top boxset-top boxSet-topBoxSetTopBoxsmart tvSmartTvstbtelevisiontexas instrumentsTexasInstrumentsusbvideoThu, 01 Mar 2012 11:50:00 EST<![CDATA[Option XYFI is 'world's smallest' personal hotspot -- we go hands-on!]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/29/option-xyfi-is-worlds-smallest-personal-hotspot-we-go-hand/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/29/option-xyfi-is-worlds-smallest-personal-hotspot-we-go-hand/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/29/option-xyfi-is-worlds-smallest-personal-hotspot-we-go-hand/#comments
Option's XYFI (pronounced ex-WiFi) was announced earlier this week with little fanfare but piqued our interest with its claim to being the world's smallest personal hotspot. We had an opportunity to look and discuss it at a quiet table at MWC today, a nice change from a showy booth. Option has been out of the data connectivity game in any significant way -- for what seems like forever -- in a segment it once led with some 70% of market share. The XYFI is indeed small and at first glance looks like a simple USB modem and not an access point that can support up to 8 people's roaming internet needs via WiFi or 3G connectivity. The USB plug swivels open in switchblade-style -- we found that little button somehow so soothing -- and then pops into your desktop for a quick 4-step setup. As you've likely sussed, the XYFI doesn't have a battery of its own but rather relies on a beautiful 4000mAh xpal adapter the Option device plugs into -- and once connected we're told you can expect about 8 hours of battery life. Option's other accessories for the XYFI include a plug for the car and AC adapter. We'll admit that Option has a steep hill to climb in the mobile hotspot world, but we're sold already. Pricing should be sub $100 for the XYFI alone and we'll be back with details on the accessories and launch date as soon as can. Gallery of this really sharp looking device follows.

Gallery: Option XYFI is 'world's smallest' personal hotspot -- we go hands-on!

Option XYFI is 'world's smallest' personal hotspot -- we go hands-on! originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 29 Feb 2012 10:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>hands-onhotspotmifimobilepostcrossmobilepostminimwcmwc 2012Mwc2012optionoption xyfiOptionXyfiusbwifixyfiWed, 29 Feb 2012 10:29:00 EST<![CDATA[NuForce Air DAC wireless audio streamer on sale: $199 for iDevices, $179 for everything else]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/25/nuforce-air-dac-wireless-audio-streamer-on-sale/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/25/nuforce-air-dac-wireless-audio-streamer-on-sale/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/25/nuforce-air-dac-wireless-audio-streamer-on-sale/#comments NuForce Air DAC wireless audio streamer on sale: $199 for iDevices, $179 for everything elseWe may live in a digital world, but analog still rules the roost when it comes to audio, and a dedicated DAC can improve the quality of your tunes considerably. Back at CES, we teased you with NuForce's Air DAC that wirelessly streams music from mobile to your home stereo on the 2.4GHz band at a range of 30-65 feet (10-20 meters). Well, it's been priced and is now officially available. For those with Apple devices, the 30-pin iTX dongle will set you back $79, and those keeping their music elsewhere can grab the uTX USB transmitter for $59. On its own, the DAC receiver costs $149, though the whole iOS-compatible kit can be had for $199, while the USB version's yours for $179. PR's after the break.

Continue reading NuForce Air DAC wireless audio streamer on sale: $199 for iDevices, $179 for everything else

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Is your current wireless mouse not up to snuff? If that's the case, you may want to take a gander at the Logitech Touch Mouse M600 that lets you do your navigating via a touch surface instead of those ol' clicky buttons. The peripheral is outfitted with the company's Flow Scroll software that touts a similar feel to scrolling on your touchscreen smartphone of choice. From wherever your fingers contact the top of the mouse, you can scroll and swipe in order to keep powering through those Photoshop files. The M600 works just as well for lefties once click areas are reconfigured with Logitech's SetPoint software. If you're thinking about taking the leap, look at the details in the PR below and get ready to shell out $69.99 later this month.

Continue reading Logitech Touch Mouse M600 mouse lets you swipe and scroll sans buttons for $69

Logitech Touch Mouse M600 mouse lets you swipe and scroll sans buttons for $69 originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 08 Feb 2012 04:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Spark Linux tablet specs updated, going up for pre-order next week originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 05 Feb 2012 05:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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PowerPad 16 USB station charges your iPad and 15 others originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 26 Jan 2012 03:26:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>applechargechargerchargingDatamationDatamation SystemsDatamationSystemsES-IP-PP16powerusbusb chargerusb chargingusb hubusb portusb portsusb powerUsbChargerUsbChargingUsbHubUsbPortUsbPortsUsbPowerThu, 26 Jan 2012 03:26:00 EST<![CDATA[Fiio's E17 Alpen headphone amplifier 'peaks' performance]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/24/fiios-e17-alpen-headphone-amplifier-peaks-performance/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/24/fiios-e17-alpen-headphone-amplifier-peaks-performance/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/24/fiios-e17-alpen-headphone-amplifier-peaks-performance/#comments Most people are likely content with built-in sound when sneaking elicit Numa Numa viewings, but if you've laid down a little more than average on some cans, you might want something purpose-built. Fiio thinks its E17 / Alpen USB DAC headphone amplifier is the tool for the job. With a passing resemblance to a PMP, the E17 has a single 3.5 output, SPDIF and AUX inputs, with mini USB and a proprietary dock for hardware / computer connectivity. The dot matrix OLED screen and brushed metal finish make it look sexy, while the 96K / 24bit (USB) and 192K / 24bit (SPDIF) sample rates should nicely tickle most ears. Listeners on the go will profit from the 1,500 mAh battery, which Fiio claims is good for 15 hours. There are also basic bass, treble, mid and gain controls if you think you know better than the original engineers. Think this is what your life has been missing? Then be prepared to drop about $150 in the next week or so, when it lands in your favorite audio retailer.

Fiio's E17 Alpen headphone amplifier 'peaks' performance originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 24 Jan 2012 21:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Brookstone's WiFi cufflinks let you discreetly share data, internet connections originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 20 Jan 2012 12:27:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Brookstoneclothingcuffcufflinkscustomexpensivefashionflashflash driveflash keyFlashDriveFlashKeygeek chicGeekChicluxuriousluxurymemoryrichstorageuniqueusbusb driveUsbDrivewearableFri, 20 Jan 2012 12:27:00 EST<![CDATA[Line6 introduces StageScape visual mixer, lets you touch it up to eleven]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/20/line6-introduces-stagescape-visual-mixer-lets-you-touch-it-up-t/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/20/line6-introduces-stagescape-visual-mixer-lets-you-touch-it-up-t/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/20/line6-introduces-stagescape-visual-mixer-lets-you-touch-it-up-t/#comments It might seem like we've gone mixer mad around here, but with a huge music trade-show starting this week, it's no surprise there's a pile of new tech on offer. The StageScape M20d visual mixer from Line 6 being one such example. Of course, we have inputs (12 line / mic, four line-only, and two for USB/SD streaming) and outputs (four XLR monitors, two master) all strummed along by internal 32-bit floating-point processing. What piqued our interest, however, was that seven inch screen you see up there. Rather than fumble over a mash of faders, you thumb the instrument's icon to pull up its parameters. Other features include Kaossilator style X-Y multi-parameter control, and color coded pots -- presumably so you don't kill the guitar solo by mistake. A final flourish is remote control via an iPad, for mid-track sound tweaks -- though you might need one of these. Tap the PR after the break for more info.

Continue reading Line6 introduces StageScape visual mixer, lets you touch it up to eleven

Line6 introduces StageScape visual mixer, lets you touch it up to eleven originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 20 Jan 2012 02:11:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>appleaudioaudio mixerAudioMixerbandipadipad remoteIpadRemoteline 6Line6live mixingLiveMixingmixermusicnammsoundstudiotouchscreenUSBvisual mixerVisualMixerXLRFri, 20 Jan 2012 02:11:00 EST<![CDATA[NuForce CEO teases Air DAC for high quality wireless audio streaming at CES (video)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/15/nuforce-air-dac-wireless-audio-at-ces/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/15/nuforce-air-dac-wireless-audio-at-ces/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/15/nuforce-air-dac-wireless-audio-at-ces/#comments Nestled deep within the iLounge hall of CES, surrounded by numerous vendors of cheap phone cases and yesterday's news, we stumbled upon a company that didn't quite belong. Known as NuForce, the firm is recognizable amongst audiophiles both for its high-end gear and consumer lineup that often shames overpriced competitors. As it happened, we stumbled upon a mysterious product known as the Air DAC, and happily, NuForce CEO, Jason Lim was on hand to give us a tour. Withholding technical specs (for now), the product is built for high quality wireless audio streaming and will ship as two distinct products -- one that operates over USB and another built for Apple's dock connector. We're also told that each transmitter can be paired with four Air DAC receivers and vice versa. Also, the product can be daisy-chained together to cover larger distances.

The DAC unit itself is rather spartan, which features only a power connector and two RCA analog outs. Yeah, digital ports would've been more alluring, but the Air DAC seems to be targeted at the average consumer and we're told it'll have a price to match. The sound quality was absolutely fantastic when played through the Icon system, which includes a separate amplifier and the Icon S-X speakers. Then again, we wouldn't have expected anything less, given the quality of the Icon setup to begin with. For an introductory look at the system in action, be sure to check the video after the break.

Gallery: NuForce Air DAC hands-on

Continue reading NuForce CEO teases Air DAC for high quality wireless audio streaming at CES (video)

NuForce CEO teases Air DAC for high quality wireless audio streaming at CES (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 15 Jan 2012 10:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Continue reading iConnectivity outs iConnectMUSE digital audio mixer for iOSers (video)

iConnectivity outs iConnectMUSE digital audio mixer for iOSers (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 14 Jan 2012 07:26:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Right off, there are noticeable differences between the ArtStation Pro and some of the high-end speaker docks that we've handled recently. Lacking a top-side LED, there is no visual indication as to whether or not the peripheral is powered on, which was a bit perplexing. Once docked, you'll have the option of portrait or landscape orientations coupled with the ability to make minor tilt adjustments. Controls were pretty standard for playback and responded quickly to our finger commands. As far as sound quality goes, the iMM514 was about what you'd expect from a sub-$200 dock -- it's serviceable and we didn't notice a ton of distortion at maximum volume. Granted, we were smack dab in the middle of CES so our keen hearing could've been slightly thrown off. Oddly, the dock can also be paired with a Bluetooth keyboard if you're into that, however it was nowhere to be found during our demo. Looking for a quick tour? Hit the video after the break. It'll make you stronger, we promise.

Gallery: iLuv iMM514 ArtStation Pro hands-on

Continue reading iLuv ArtStation Pro for Samsung Galaxy Tabs hands-on (video)

iLuv ArtStation Pro for Samsung Galaxy Tabs hands-on (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 13 Jan 2012 12:53:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ArtStationbluetoothcesces 2012Ces2012featurehands-oniluviluv artstationIluvArtstationiMM5514speaker dockSpeakerDockspeakersUSBvideoFri, 13 Jan 2012 12:53:00 EST<![CDATA[Henge Docks for the MacBook Air hands-on (video)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/13/henge-docks-for-the-macbook-air-hands-on-video/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/13/henge-docks-for-the-macbook-air-hands-on-video/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/13/henge-docks-for-the-macbook-air-hands-on-video/#comments We were a little giddy when Henge Docks announced their desktop resting spot for the MacBook Pro, and perhaps even more so when they unveiled the MacBook Air model earlier this week. We paid the company a visit on the CES floor to catch a peek at products first-hand. Sure, the white, plastic exterior may a bit off-putting for some but we didn't mind it -- especially for a dock that you can snag for around $50. While the device is pretty straightforward, the rubber padding that hugs the docked laptop provided more security that we'd initially thought. One thing you'll want to keep in mind though: the peripheral does make the USB port on the machine's docked end usable on its backside, but the Thunderbolt socket is reduced to display-only functionality. The outfit assured us that it's working on a solution that maximizes that Intel potential and we're anxious to see that become a reality. An express tour awaits the curious, right after the break.

Gallery: Henge MacBook Air

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Henge Docks for the MacBook Air hands-on (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 13 Jan 2012 07:57:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Looking for a more comfortable web browsing and app using experience on your Panasonic Viera Smart TV? The company is looking to lend a hand with upcoming peripherals like the Viera touchpad prototype that we took for a spin here in Vegas. Compatible with the 2012 line of televisions that share the same moniker, the controller enables you to peruse the web on your wall-mounted display via Panasonic's Webkit browser. We spent a few minutes browsing the Engadget site, so read on for our impressions.

Using HTML5, the browser scrolled pages at a decent clip. Don't get your hopes up about Flash though, as in its absence you'll certainly be disappointed. Text wasn't as crisp as we'd like and a lack of font support made rendered pages look off. In terms of the prototype, we were able to navigate the web with ease despite the occasional hiccup with the touchpad's responsiveness -- a quirk you'd expect with a device still in beta. Some basic TV remote functions like volume and channel controls were also on the mouse-sized peripheral which can be paired with wired or wireless keyboards for some text-heavy couch surfing. We're hearing that it'll be included with a few models this spring and also offered as a solo option for those who may have already purchased a compatible HDTV. If you're itching for a look at the action, a short preview video awaits after the break.

Gallery: Panasonic Viera touchpad controller prototype hands-on

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Panasonic Viera touchpad controller prototype hands-on (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 12 Jan 2012 01:08:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gallery: Belkin Thunderbolt Express Dock hands-on (video)

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Belkin Thunderbolt Express Dock hands-on (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 11 Jan 2012 18:16:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Remember when Nokia poo-poohed the idea of solar charging as a viable way to keep a smartphone juiced? It seems that no-one told XPal Power, since its PowerSkin brand has just launched a new photovoltaic kit as part of its 2012 lineup here at CES:
  • SolarCharge is a silicone-wrapped brick with a solar panel on one end that'll charge most devices via a microUSB port. The 1000mAh battery tucked inside is rated to pony up around 350 minutes of talk time for your average smartphone. It'll set you back $70 when it arrives in February.
  • KeyCharge attaches to your keychain and can offer a quick boost 90 minutes of additional time on its 750mAh battery, again via its microUSB port. It'll cost a more modest $25 and will be available to order at the same time
Come with us, and you'll be, in a world of pure press releases, after the break.

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Continue reading iTwin announces Multi functionality, wants to host USB filesharing collabs

iTwin announces Multi functionality, wants to host USB filesharing collabs originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 10 Jan 2012 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Still carry around thumb drives? No worries, we do too from time to time. If you're in the market for a new compact, portable storage device, Verbatim has just revealed their Store 'n' Go Plus. With capacities ranging from 4GB on up to 32 GB, you're sure to find a suitable USB 2.0 option for your workload. The System in Package design doesn't force you keep up with an end cap and sports a ruggedized design that should withstand lengthy stays in your messenger bag. Available later in Q1, the family starts at $19.99 and heads north. We have to admit, though, these aren't nearly as awesome as the Swiss Army variety.

Continue reading Verbatim's Store 'n Go Plus thumbdrives get rugged, sport a one-piece suit

Verbatim's Store 'n Go Plus thumbdrives get rugged, sport a one-piece suit originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 10 Jan 2012 11:40:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cesces 2012Ces2012portable storagePortableStoragestoragestore n goStoreNGothumb driveThumbDriveusbusb driveUsbDriveverbatimTue, 10 Jan 2012 11:40:00 EST<![CDATA[Innergie PocketCell can power over 10,000 USB devices, just not at the same time]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/10/innergie-pocketcell-portable-usb-battery-charger/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/10/innergie-pocketcell-portable-usb-battery-charger/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/10/innergie-pocketcell-portable-usb-battery-charger/#comments Between your tablet, phone, GPS and whatever else, keeping powered up on the move is a challenge for us all. Innergie wants to crush that problem with its PocketCell battery pack. Yep, it's a power cell, yes it fits in your pocket, but here's what you might not have worked out from the name: it has a 3,000 mAh capacity, mini / micro USB connectors built-in along with an Apple 30 pin adapter (as it's based on its Magic Cable design we loved so much) and a fast "Smart Charge" function for the impatient. There's five built in protections against unstable voltage, so you can be confident your digital world won't burn out in your hand. The makers reckon you can get an extra 4.5 hours of iPad usage and about 15 more hours on the horn to mom -- though, we're sure your mileage may vary. You can get charging from today for $79.99, which includes the Magic Cable, or touch up the PR after the jump for more info.

Continue reading Innergie PocketCell can power over 10,000 USB devices, just not at the same time

Innergie PocketCell can power over 10,000 USB devices, just not at the same time originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 10 Jan 2012 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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If you're a fan of keeping all of those precious work files locked down tight on your portable storage device, Rocstor has a rugged new option for you. The company has announced the launch of Amphibious at CES 2012, a portable hard drive that sports real time encryption and offers not one, but two-factor authentication via Smart Card and keypad -- keeping those top-secret merger plans shrouded in mystery. Incorporating a SATA HDD (up to 1TB) or SSD, the device connects via USB 2.0 or Firewire 800 and protects data behind AES-256 bit key strength and a FIPS 140-2 validated crypto module. In terms of durability, the pocket-sized Amphibious is housed in an aircraft grade aluminum alloy case. You can take a look at the full list of specs in the PR after the break and get ready to snag one for yourself during Q1 of 2012.

Continue reading Rocstor outs Amphibious hard drive, keeps top-secret docs safe from wandering peepers

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>AES-256amphibiouscesces 2012Ces2012external hard drive enclosureExternalHardDriveEnclosureFIPS 140-2Fips140-2FirewireFireWire 800Firewire800keypadLinuxmacos xOsXportable hard drivePortableHardDriverocstorrocstor amphibiousRocstorAmphibiousSATA HDDSataHddsmart cardSmartCardsolid state driveSolidStateDrivestorageUSBUSB 2.0usb hard driveUsb2.0UsbHardDrivewindowsTue, 10 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Eyes-on with Energizer's LED lighting solutions and USB chargers at CES 2012]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/10/eyes-on-with-energizer-ces-2012/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/10/eyes-on-with-energizer-ces-2012/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/10/eyes-on-with-energizer-ces-2012/#comments Energizer doesn't get much coverage here at Engadget, primarily because those AA cells you see at the Walgreens checkout counter haven't changed much throughout the years. Every now and then, however, there are special events such as CES, where the company that keeps going and going trots out its latest products for techies to fawn over. This year, we got to check out its lineup of USB power solutions designed for the home and automobile, along with a very handsome set of LED lights. Next month, Energizer will release new 5W chargers that include either a USB cable or Apple's dock connector. These are available for both the home and car, and will retail for $24.99 each. Perhaps most intriguing, however, is a product that combines both a wall and car charger into one handy unit. Known as the 2-in-1 USB Charger, it will retail for $39.99 and is set to hit store shelves this summer. In every situation, a cord management system is built into the unit, which is simple, effective and thoughtful.

Then we have its beautiful accent lighting solution that makes up the Edge Collection. Available in small and medium sizes, they were introduced in September of this year and feature rather dramatic dimming options that respond to touch at the base of the unit. A single press will turn the light on or off, while a continual press causes the lamps to slowly dim or brighten in a slow and smooth gradation for a perfect lighting level. They do get quite bright, too, as the small light ($64.99) puts out up to 350 lumens, while its larger brother ($79.99) pushes it all the way to 400 lumens. With no physical switches and bulbs that don't need to be replaced, Energizer's Edge Collection seems to be a long-lasting product that can either add a curious focal point or elegantly blend into the background of any room.

Gallery: Energizer USB charging and lighting solutions at CES

Eyes-on with Energizer's LED lighting solutions and USB chargers at CES 2012 originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 10 Jan 2012 01:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2-in-1 USB charger2-in-1UsbChargerapplecesces 2012Ces2012chargerchargersdock connectorDockConnectoredge collectionEdgeCollectionenergizerhands-oniphoneipodledled lightled lightingled lightsLedLightLedLightingLedLightsusbTue, 10 Jan 2012 01:59:00 EST<![CDATA[Gemini drops two new FirstMix USB DJ controllers, helps you get your foot in the club]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/10/gemini-drops-two-new-firstmix-usb-dj-controllers-helps-you-get/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/10/gemini-drops-two-new-firstmix-usb-dj-controllers-helps-you-get/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/10/gemini-drops-two-new-firstmix-usb-dj-controllers-helps-you-get/#comments Gemini unveiled the original FirstMix last year and now it's just introduced two more models for the beginner DJ. The FirstMix I/O looks little more than a revision of the original, with some minor aesthetic tweaks, although we've not yet been given full specs for a proper comparison. The FirstMix Pro, however, definitely brings a little more to the DJ booth. We spy what appears to be three hot-cue buttons on each deck, expandable to six via a shift function, as well what looks like a three channel EQ. Loop-in and out buttons also make an appearance, along with -- most significantly -- a 3.5mm headphone jack, which suggests a built-in sound interface for pre-cueing. Gemini wants $129.95 for the FirstMix I/O and $199.95 for the FirstMix Pro and both come bundled with MixVibes LE. Fans of the original can now pick it up for a reduced $79.99. Check the PR after the break for the run-down.

Continue reading Gemini drops two new FirstMix USB DJ controllers, helps you get your foot in the club

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We first caught a glimpse of Belkin's Thunderbolt Express Dock back at IDF. Here at CES, the company has offered more info on the high-speed peripheral -- including an expected Summer 2012 arrival window. The dock features all sorts of added connection potential: three USB 2.0, two Thunderbolt, one FireWire 800, one HDMI, an Ethernet and a 3.5mm audio jack. Lending a hand to your port-deprived MacBook Air or Ultrabook via Thunderbolt, the peripheral offers the expected bi-directional transfer rates up to 10Gbps while keeping with the Apple color scheme. Pricing details aren't expected until closer to the ship date, but for now, take a look at the design render and PR just past the break.

Update: We've just been passed some official images for the Thunderbolt dock. Peep 'em in the gallery below.

Gallery: Belkin Thunderbolt Express Dock

Continue reading Belkin details Thunderbolt Express Dock at CES, shipping this Summer

Belkin details Thunderbolt Express Dock at CES, shipping this Summer originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 09 Jan 2012 12:37:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Shocker! Victorinox has officially pulled the wraps off of its latest pocket-knife and thumb drive combo here at CES -- you know, the one we spied just yesterday during the show-floor setup. Simply titled, SSD, the "pocket-sized drive" is apparently the only one in the world that connects to eSATA II / III and USB 2.0 / 3.0 with a single connector, and it's also being touted as the smallest one around. Furthermore, SSD features a 96 x 48 Bi-Stable monochrome graphic display for keeping track of what's stored inside of it, and Victorinox states that you won't find this on any other drive currently available. Impressively, you can expect up to 220 MB/s read and 150 MB/s write speeds, and you'll be able to encrypt all of your info with hardware- and software-based 256-bit AES -- not bad for something that fits on a key-loop, and packs a blade, scissors and a nail file! The SSD comes with a secondary flight-case sans utensils so you can get past security, and it'll be available in 64, 128 and 256GB flavors, not to mention a massive 1TB version.

The company's also taken the wraps off its Slim 3.0 USB drive, which is said to be up to ten-times faster than the previous model. There's no official word on pricing yet for either of the drives, but you can expect to be faced with a thin wallet when they hit shelves at some point this year. Hit up the press release after the break for more details.

Update: We've just heard Victorinox that SSD will sell for "about 400 to 3,000 dollars" depending on the model -- time to start saving.

Continue reading Victorinox SSD official: up to 1TB of high-speed storage crammed in a Swiss Army Knife (Update)

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Smartphones and tablets to get MicroUSB 3.0 ports, just in time for it to seem old originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 09 Jan 2012 04:35:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>CESCES 2012Ces2012chargingconnectivitymobilepostcrossportsmartphonesmartphonestablettabletsusbusb 3usb 3.0USB Implementers Forumusb portUsb3Usb3.0UsbImplementersForumUsbPortMon, 09 Jan 2012 04:35:00 EST<![CDATA[Powertech Ultra Slim outlet expander brings USB ports to your wall outlet]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/powertech-ultra-slim-outlet-expander-brings-usb-ports-to-your-wa/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/powertech-ultra-slim-outlet-expander-brings-usb-ports-to-your-wa/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/powertech-ultra-slim-outlet-expander-brings-usb-ports-to-your-wa/#comments There's always a few unexpected devices to be found, and we just caught a glimpse of one such device at CES Unveiled this evening from an OEM called Powertech Industries. Called the Ultra Slim, it's an outlet expander that gives any regular electrical outlet a pair of USB power sockets -- without the wiring required of more permanent solutions like FastMac's U-Socket. The Ultra Slim is just that, as it's only about half inch thick, and has a unique folding collapsible plug on the back to keep its trim figure. Its thin profile is also able to accommodate the depth of regular plugs with extending sections in the back. The adapters we saw were prototypes, though production will begin in earnest this July and Powertech plans to find a retailer willing to rebrand and sell them to the public for an as-yet-undetermined price. A full gallery of pics of the adapter awaits below.

Gallery: PowerTech Ultra Slim outlet expander brings USB ports to your wall outlet


Sean Cooper contributed to this report.

Powertech Ultra Slim outlet expander brings USB ports to your wall outlet originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 09 Jan 2012 01:12:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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