Kool Media: August 2012

Sunday, August 19, 2012

Satechi Swift Portable Bluetooth Speaker

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Satechi Swift Portable Bluetooth Speaker

via iTech News Net by Sze on 8/14/12

Satechi Swift Portable Bluetooth Speaker 1

Satechi is back with the Swift portable Bluetooth wireless speaker. With a compact design, the Swift is ideal for use with mobile phones and has built-in microphone for hands-free call. It can automatically switch from music to phone mode when a call comes in. Its multifunctional button lets you pick up a call or activate voice dialing. You can even use the button to activate Siri.

The Swift features Satechi's echo elimination and noise suppression technology to ensure the best audio quality. It uses Bluetooth wireless technology with A2DP profile, offering stereo music streaming and a 33-feet range. Equipped with rechargeable li-ion battery, the Swift provides up to 4 hours of playback.

Satechi's new portable Bluetooth speaker is priced at $29.99.

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Friday, August 10, 2012

Pioneer XDJ-AERO WiFi-enabled DJ Controller

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Pioneer XDJ-AERO WiFi-enabled DJ Controller

via iTech News Net by Sze on 8/10/12

Pioneer introduces the world's first WiFi-enabled DJ system, the XDJ-AERO that can wirelessly play music tracks from smartphones, tablets or notebook computers. Other than mixing and arranging music tracks stored on smart devices via WiFi 802.11b/g/n, the DJ controller can also load tracks from USB storage devices. Even if WiFi network is not available, it can create its own wireless access point for connect with WiFi-enabled devices. Four WiFi music sources can be connected with the AERO.

The XDJ-AERO is equipped with 24-bit AD/DA converter and offers two RCA inputs and a 3.5-inch MIC in, and two Master Out (one 3.5mm jack and one RCA) and two headphones outputs. The controller features Beat Sync and Auto Mix. The former will synchronizes the music loaded in each player on beat with matching beats per minute (BPM) with a press of the Sync button, while the Auto Mix mode will link playlist created on a smartphone/tablet, computer or USB storage device with cross-fade or fade-in/out effects. The stylish WiFi DJ controller combines two digital players and a mixer, and can be used as an independent 2-channel mixer. When used with DJ software, it can be a MIDI control as well.
Pioneer XDJ-AERO WiFi-enabled DJ Controller 1

The Pioneer XDJ-AERO supports MP3,AAC,WAV,AIFF audio formtas (MP3 and AAC when use WiFi connection). It records mixes directly to USB flash drive or hard drive in WAV format. The DJ system also features built-in jog controller, and audio effects such as Sample Launch with four built-in sound, Beat Effect with Trans, Flanger, Echo and Roll effects, AUTO BEAT LOOP for automatic music LOOPS at specified beat positions, and Sound Color Filter.

Pioneer XDJ-AERO sports a smoke-colored acrylic panel, blue and white LED illumination and low-profile jog platter and control buttons. It will be available for $1399.

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Tuesday, August 7, 2012

Paparazzo Light Adds 300 Lumens to the iPhone’s Flash

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Paparazzo Light Adds 300 Lumens to the iPhone’s Flash

via GadgetReview by Christen Costa on 8/6/12

Anyone that owns an iPhone 4s knows that the camera, while exceptionally solid for a smartphone shooter, doesn't perform admirably well in low light scenarios. If it did, we'd probably see photographers walking around with the handset at clubs, capturing those in attendance. Instead, those very same photographers use a rig that is complete with a hot shoe flash, enabling them to capture detail as if they were under the sun with their subjects.

The Paparazzo Light, needless to say, is a play on the infamous paparazzi. You know, the photographers that follow around celebrities, capture photos, and often in turn cause vehicle accidents due to their aggressive nature. Nevertheless, it's designed specifically to attach to the iPhone 4s and provide up to 300 lumens of light. It's self powered thanks to two CR 123 batteries, though we couldn't tell you how long they last, but the good news is that your iPhone's battery won't hit red after a few minutes of use. A switch allows you to flip between video and photo mode (flash or sustaining light), while a knob allows you to adjust the Paparazzo's output in the event your seeking a more subtle approach to capturing your photographs. The bulb is of the LED ilk, so it should very well last for years to come, though a drop to the ground could render it useless in no time flat.

The Paparazzo Light is expected to cost $60 when and if it reaches retail stores. Right now it's a Kickstarter project, and they're asking $45, though for an extra $10 you'll get a chrome version.

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Logic3 Scuderia Ferrari and Ferrari Cavallino Headphones

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Logic3 Scuderia Ferrari and Ferrari Cavallino Headphones

via iTech News Net by Sze on 7/19/12

Logic3 Scuderia Ferrari P200

Ferrari and Logic3 have teamed up to launch a range of audio products, including the Scuderia Ferrari and Ferrari Cavallino collections of headphones/earphones. The former, according to Logic3, is "inspired by the competition, speed, and technological innovation of the F1 team"; and the latter by the "emotive driving experience of Ferrari's timeless GT road cars."

Logic3 Scuderia Ferrari R200

All the headphones/earphones have the Ferrari logo, with the Scuderia collection gets the full shield-shaped logo, and the Cavallino line has silver cavallino rampante horse symbol. The Scuderia line has a sleek design and mirrors Ferrari's F1 styling, while the Cavallino range focuses on fine materials and details.

The Scuderia R200 is the only over-ear models in the whole Ferrari by Logic3 lineup. It is available in silver and white and costs GBP199. The Scuderia P200 and and Cavallino T250 are on-ear headphones priced at GBP199 and GBP229, respectively.

The R100/R100i and S100/S100i from Scuderia line, and the T150/T150i and G150/G150i from Cavallino range all are earphones with Acoustic Thin Film (TFAT) and noise isolating technology for delivering high-quality sound. The models with letter 'i' gets an in-line remote control for Apple iOS devices. They are priced at GBP119, GBP99, GBP149 and GBP129, respectively.

Logic3 Ferrari Cavallino T250

Logic3 Scuderia Ferrari S100i S100

Logic3 Scuderia Ferrari R100 R100i

Logic3 Ferrari Cavallino T150 T150i

Logic3 Ferrari Cavallino G150i G150 earphones

Logic3 Scuderia Ferrari S100i S100

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Logitech TV Cam HD brings Skype to HDTV

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Logitech TV Cam HD brings Skype to HDTV

via iTech News Net by Sze on 8/4/12

Logitech introduces its new TV Cam HD, a high-definition TV camera with built-in Skype. Designed to bring Skype to HDTV, the camera connects to any HDTV with an available HDMI input. It connects to the Internet using Ethernet LAN or WiFi connectvity. With Skype built-in, you can simply plug the TV Cam HD to your HDTV and connect it to the network and begin Skype video chat with your friends and families on a big screen, in your living room.

Logitech's Skype Certified TV Cam HD allows you to call anyone using Skype on any platform, and you can simply use your existing Skype Name, or create a new account on your HDTV. The camera is equipped with Carl Zeiss wide-angle optics to deliver full-room view and includes Logitech Fluid Technology to deliver clear 720p HD images, even in low light conditions. It features 2x zoom and comes with an easy to use remote control for digital pan and til. There are also built-in ringer lets you know when someone's calling, whether your TV is on or off; and four microphones to provide quality audio.

The Logitech TV Cam HD will be released in August for $199.99.