XtremeMac launches Luna X2 - iPod Alarm
January 17, 2008
Luna X2 is more than just an alarm clock. It’s a high-performance room audio system designed to provide you with the perfect sleeping and waking environments.
Use the on screen menu system to customize the settings to your preference. You can set each of the independent alarms to wake to iPod, radio or buzzer, and customize volume, ramping and display brightness. Snooze and Sleep functions may also be modified with time, volume and ramping all individually adjustable. Keep it simple or customize it all — with Luna X2, the choice is yours.
The original Luna won iLounge’s prestigious best alarm clock of the year award for 2007. Luna X2 is built on the same solid acoustic foundation to make it the most robust speaker system in its class. Two full-range precision speakers with a hi-dynamic power amplifier make it fully functional as a stand-alone audio system powerful enough for a room or studio apartment.
In addition to full iPod compatibility and excellent audio performance, Luna X2 includes an AM/FM radio with 8 programmable presets, and an auxiliary line-in jack for use with an iPod shuffle or other devices. The included remote let’s you control it all from up to fifty feet away.
All of these features are packed inside an elegantly designed unit that is sure to complement any décor.
Philips launches distinctive new and fashionable look for entertainment
January 17, 2008
Philips has unveiled the Design Collection, a refreshingly distinctive new look for its latest range of consumer lifestyle entertainment products. Using materials that blend effortlessly into modern interiors. the Design Collection* enhances emotions as evoked by stunning design and immersive audio and visual content creating the ultimate in fashionable entertainment for the home.
Inspired by a desire to lead with emotion and readdress the dominance of technology and masculinity in home entertainment products, the new Design Collection seeks to create a better balance between function, emotion and technology. The minimalist design signature combines rounded curves with pure materials and light, creating a harmonious, luxury feel which blends effortlessly into its surroundings.
* Products featuring Philips’ new design identity include:
Flat TV (7000, 5000 and 3000 ranges)
Home theater system (9810, 8150, 8140, 7500, 6515, 3300-3500 range
Wireless Audio Center (7500)
Blu Ray disc player (7200)
Digital video player (DVP 5900 range, 4100)
Hard disc recorder (HDR 3800)
Wireless audio system (WAS6050)
Go Gear MP3 and MP4 players (SA43, SA65, SA52BT, and SA52 ranges)
Music Center (MCi500H)
“Design is about experience and consumers want products that combine purity and beauty and trigger their emotions,” said Stefano Marzano, CEO and Chief Creative Director at Philips Design. “We have created a collection that transforms the consumer’s space and enhances their entertainment experience, resulting in a Design Collection that is thoroughly distinctive in today’s cluttered consumer electronics world.”
Uniqueness and differentiation
Developed by the award-winning Philips Design, the innovation inspiring the new Design Collection was driven by research revealing that consumers are looking for products with more emotional value - products that have more personal meaning and contribute to the harmony of their environment. “Consumers are frustrated and confused by the so-called “sea of similarity”, where all products look alike – masculine, technical and monotonous. They want outstanding products that are advanced and beautiful,” said Andrea Ragnetti, CEO of Philips Consumer Lifestyle Sector. “We want to help simplify their lives through unique and highly differentiated design by creating experiences, seducing the senses and bringing emotion into the world of technology”.
Products will be available in the first half of 2008. For more information about the new Design Collection
HomeDock HD Unleashes iPod Content to the Big Screen - in High Definition
January 17, 2008
HomeDock HD - the all new on-TV entertainment dock that connects a user’s iPod to any HDTV, letting them enjoy their favorite video content on their TV with the highest picture quality available. The new HomeDock HD will be shown this week in the DLO booth at MacWorld Expo in San Francisco (South Hall Booth #732).
Shipping in Spring 2008, the HomeDock HD upconverts iPod video to 1080i or 720p through an HDMI connection, yet still maintains compatibility with analog TVs via its S-Video connection. And, with its optical digital audio output users are ensured a completely digital iPod experience. HomeDock HD will be available from national iPod retailers for $249.99.
In addition to providing superior audio and video output, the new HomeDock HD also features an all-new RF remote control, enabling users to control their iPod playback from up to 100 feet away - even through walls. Additionally, the enhanced on-TV interface of the HomeDock HD features album art in an icon-based visual flow format for an exceptional user experience.
The HomeDock HD will be available in Q2 for $249.99.
DLO IBOOM JUKEBOX UNVEILED AT MACWORLD
January 17, 2008
Portable Speaker System for iPod Features RF Remote Control with Display Screen
The DLO iBoom JukeBox is an all-new portable speaker system for iPod that features superior sound quality and an RF remote control with full display screen - delivering quality sound and control wherever you need it.
Shipping in Spring 2008, the iBoom JukeBox takes portable iPod speakers to the next level by including an RF display remote that enables users to view and control their iPod playback from up to 100 feet away - even through walls. The full-function remote control features a bright display screen for complete iPod navigation, as well as volume controls for the JukeBox. With dual 1-inch tweeters and 3-inch woofers, the iBoom JukeBox delivers superior sound and bass for room-filling sound - anywhere you go.
Compatible with all dockable iPods, the iBoom Jukebox features a built-in docking station that charges the iPod during playback to ensure that the device is always powered-up. And, the unique, contemporary design of the device makes it a welcome addition to any room.
The iBoom JukeBox will be available in Q2 for $199.99.
Logitech Wins Two iF Product Design Awards
January 11, 2008
Logitech MX Air, NuLOOQ Navigator Acknowledged for Consumer Product Design Excellence
Logitech (SWX: LOGN) (NASDAQ: LOGI) announced that the Logitech® MX Air™ Rechargeable Cordless Air Mouse and the Logitech® NuLOOQ Navigator™ device were honored with prestigious 2008 iF (International Forum Design) awards for excellence in consumer product design.
“Logitech is very pleased to be the recipient of this world-class recognition,” said Junien Labrousse, executive vice president of Logitech’s products group. “These iF design competition awards acknowledge our continued innovation in control devices, which began as Logitech pioneered computer-navigation technology at the dawn of the PC era. We are delighted that this distinguished body recognizes our contribution.”
The iF jury is composed of the world’s leading designers. 2008 marks the fourth consecutive year that Logitech has won iF design awards. iF juror Philipp Mainzer said, “It is amazing how some companies are unerringly convincing in their design and product development and are constantly capable of presenting new technologies and esthetics in the marketplace.”
The Logitech MX Air Rechargeable Cordless Air Mouse
The Logitech MX Air Rechargeable Cordless Air Mouse works on the desk and in the air. Similar to the way people use a remote to control a television, when holding the MX Air mouse, people can now lean back and relax while navigating the computer and enjoying media content. To enable effortless in-air navigation, the new mouse combines three important technologies – Freespace™ motion-control, gesture command and wireless – so people can point, select and play media files with just a flick of the wrist.
The Logitech NuLOOQ Navigator
Approximately half the size and shape of a tennis ball, the NuLOOQ navigator features a moveable rubber-like ring (called the navring™) and a touch-sensitive circular disk (called the tooltuner™). With the multi-dimensional navring, people can easily navigate images and documents while enjoying simultaneous 360 degree pan and zoom. The tooltuner gives people precision control when adjusting brush size in Photoshop, text attributes in InDesign, or timelines in video or audio editing. The NuLOOQ navigator works with a wide range of programs including Adobe® Creative Suite 2, Adobe Photoshop Elements 4, Final Cut Pro® and many others.
If you are looking for Logitech products you can find them here : Logitech NuLOOQ & Logitech MX Air
