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B&W Zeppelin MM-1 Computer / Laptop Speakers – Should be Called Mmmmmmmm – 1

by Jay Garrett on November 17, 2009

BW-MM-1-speakersAh, the heady world of PC and Laptop speakers.

There are some nice ones out there as is there some interesting ones – just look at these and these!

But when you mention the name Bowers & Wilkins and computer speakers – then you have to take note.

You read right my gadgety faithful – the same people that designed the balloon-based iPod dock and speaker loveliness has decided to cast its eye over what can be one of the most bland areas on your desk.

The Zeppelin MM-1 has no need for a separate subwoofer, which keeps the trailing wires to a minimum, and the pair of ear-pleasers hooks up to your puter by means of a simple USB connection.

The only extra seems to the inbuilt headphone socket.

B&W haven’t mentioned a price (don’t think bargain basement though folks) and they’re said to be (air) shipping in January.

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Vestalife Firefly iPod Dock – Reminds Me of a Cartoon Character but Which One?

by Jay Garrett on November 12, 2009

vestalife-firefly-novelty-ipod-speaker-7You have to do something different if you want someone to notice yet another iPod dock hitting the market.

Vestalife has revealed theirs and have called it the “Firefly“.

Vestalife says that the cuteness belies a “bold personality and powerful sound”.

They also says it has “organic flowing lines that give it a unique attitude and personality”.

So – a dock with wings” eh?

More importantly than the winged speakers there’s also a built-in rear firing ported subwoofer, a digital amplifier and touch-sensitive controls.

The Firefly comes in three soft-touch finishes – metallic red, metallic silver and metallic black- the Firefly can be AC or battery-powered and is compatible with all dockable iPods as well as the iPhone 2G, 3G and 3GS.

Oh – it costs $129.99.

Is it still cute now?

I’m thinking cute, I believe blue, large ears…………..

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AQ Amigo Flatpack Portable Stero Speaker Bar Balances on Laptop Screen

November 11, 2009 Click to read more →
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I’ve yet to find a laptop that actually has great speakers that give decent depth and clarity.
At home I have my laptop go through my little Denon mini system that chucks the noise out through some Q Audio monitor speakers – all well and good til I hit the road with said lappy.
I’ve tried various [...]

EOps i24R3 Portable – Single Unit Wireless Surround Sound Speaker

November 4, 2009 Click to read more →
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Why have I got a picture of a broken table/giant spinning-top/dartboard/archery target?
This is none-of-the-above as you can well imagine.
What that happens to be is the EOps i24R3 Portable.
The real, working, funkiness is a wireless, waterproof, single-speaker surround sound system that has just been announced by Hong Kong designer Michael Young.
The system is a single sealed [...]

Apple iPod Nano 5G Gets a Video Camera – Hassles Flip Cams

September 10, 2009 Click to read more →
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You’re probably aware that there was a little shin-dig where some new iPods were unleashed yesterday evening.
Out of the new line-up the one, for me, that deserves most attention is the Nano 5G.
Form wise it doesn’t seem that different from the Nano 4G – the screen seems slightly larger and the rainbow colour choice of [...]

Smirnoff iPod/iPhone Compatible Bottle Jacket

July 22, 2009 Click to read more →
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Now – you all know how I enjoy a splash or 3 of Vodka and I also love music.
Well my boozey friends – those makers of lovely potato-based alcohol, Smirnoff, are targeting music fans this Christmas with an insulating bottle jacket that has the added benefit of being fitted with a speaker and 3.5mm input [...]

UK Flat Flexible Loudspeakers (FFL) To Bring Clarity to Train Announcements

April 6, 2009 Click to read more →
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Nope – I’m not about to start rambling on about a new development in oven-ready meals that utilises a funky tin foil interface.
That bit of foil is the future of public address speakers.
Soon, hopefully, announcements on train platforms and other public places will become crystal clear instead of that mumbling annoyance that we currently have [...]

HTC Touch Pro 2 – 2009 Boardroom Must Have

February 16, 2009 Click to read more →

Here’s a business phone that looks pretty nice.
It’s the HTC Touch Pro 2.
It has shrugged off its wraps at the Mobile World Congress.
With the Touch Pro2 you get a nicely proportioned 3.6 inch screen, a touch-sensitive zoom bar, the expected accellerometers and an added bonus.
Flip the phone over during a call, and it’ll automatically turn [...]

iMu Speaker – Good Vibrations

February 3, 2009 Click to read more →

I wasn’t sure what I’d found when I saw this.
I have to admit – I saw the shape of the iMu and the tag-line of ‘vibration based technologies’ and almost wrote it off as not suitable for this lovely Gadgety News site.
Curiosity got the better of me, and my smutty mind I guess, and an I discovered that the [...]

mobiBlu UFO MP3 Playing Bluetooth Speaker – Out of This World

January 28, 2009 Click to read more →

Ever since I first heard Hawkwind space-rock has pumped through these veins………
Well……….perhaps not.
But I’m still digging these UFO Bluetooth speakers from the Korean manufacturer mobiBLU.
And it’s not just a speaker!
It’s actually an MP3 player that comes with a built-in speaker and Bluetooth connectivity
To complete that much needed UFO vibe (Doctor, Doctor anyone? – a bit [...]

Soundbulb – A Bright Speaker

January 21, 2009 Click to read more →

Many speakers boast that they’re wireless and whilst this is a good thing this little gadget has a new take on the idea.
Its a speaker - and a light bulb!
This clever thing boasts a functioning LED light bulb and using Bluetooth technology  is able to stream audio from compatible computers and other devices sans wires.
Volume is controlled [...]

i-Turtle. The Audio Adoring Amphibian

January 20, 2009 Click to read more →

Here’s another iOdditty.
Say hello there to the i-Turtle.
This audio-loving amphibian can be hooked up to your favorite audio player and it’ll bust out those jams through its reptillian-based built-in speaker. 
Or just place the shiny white turtle next to another speaker and watch the little critter:
 “tap his foot along, bob his head and raise his shell with synchronized lights that will [...]

Soundgarden – JVC Kirikabu Pot Speakers

November 1, 2008 Click to read more →

When I read something about a new Soundgarden I instantly thought that the band had got back together – but you can blame that on me being of an age and being an 80’s rocker.
Whilst it isn’t news about the Seattle band’s reformation it is the fact that JVC has gone all eco-friendly with its [...]

Sony Rolly Gets Bluetooth Mobile Phone Control

October 28, 2008 Click to read more →

The Sony Rolly has always been an enigma to me.
Ok, it’s cute - It’s probably one of the cutest small speakers around.
But.
It’s a portable, trundling, dancing speaker – but the sound isn’t great for £250.
It’s a music player able to stream via A2DP Bluetooth or play from its internal flash but there’s no place to shove your [...]

Kenwood Hibachi For Warm Glowing Tunes

September 8, 2008 Click to read more →

If you’re looking for a little more Zen with your listening and would like the choonz  to enable you to “transcend to a different plane” how about ”a fully wireless speaker whose rotund shape defines its independence”?
Say “Hajimemashite” to the Kenwood Hibachi.
This round planter shaped cordleses speaker is designed to be at the heart of your living space.
With [...]

DJ Hello Kitty – iPod Pussy Cat

September 7, 2008 Click to read more →

There’s so many ‘Hello Kitty’ products out there from car tyres to AK47’s, yup, really!
So I tend to let them all drift by and let other sites mention them.
This, however, is pretty noteworthy in a twisted, still a heap of junk, but fun kinda way.
It will cost you $25 and that buys you a Hello [...]

Hi-Fi High-Light – Lamp and iPod Dock

August 29, 2008 Click to read more →

If you prefer your iPod dock to have more of a retro-anglepoise lamp vibe here’s just the thing!
The Hi-Fi Hi-Light has a built in 6 inch speaker and that all important dock for iPods and even a 3.5mm audio input for other MP3 players.
Its iron and plastic construction comes in a range of colours befitting your study or [...]

The Colour of Rolly

March 31, 2008 Click to read more →

Sony is going to release a black Rolly music player into the wild.
Their big surprise was usurped by the FCC just last week. 
You’ll also be able to customise your Rolly with a selection of colourful end-caps at a cost of ¥1,500 (about £8) per set.
If you’re still confused about the need for a roving speaker, then the Japanese release date of April [...]

Tinsy not Tinny – X-Mini

March 23, 2008 Click to read more →

Whilst most mini speakers are no better than the speakers on the average mobile phone (and sound just as irritating) the X-mini from the XM-I boffins in Singapore are another matter.
Weighing in at a puny 52g it connects and charges via USB and gives you 8 hours of 2.4 wattage aural pleasure from a single [...]

Increase iPhone Speaker Volume

January 18, 2008 Click to read more →

According to Engadget if you stick pins through the thin plastic sheild that covers the, quite frankly inept, iPhone speaker it is possible to get somewhere in the region of 40% better volume.
But be warned – this will be a warranty voiding excercise. Depends if you want to hear the ring tones, etc or [...]