Powerline Stereo Audio System

Apple Adds iPhone / iPod touch Finger Gesture Control to Apple TV

By Alexander Grundner | June 29th, 2009 (0) Comments

A while back Apple released the Remote app for iPhone and iPod touch that allowed users to wirelessly control iTunes on their Mac. Now, Apple has added finger gesture control functionality to Apple TV — requires Apple TV software update 2.4 and the latest version of Remote. Another nice feature of Remote, users have the ability to search for media using the handset’s QWERTY keyboard. [via] MORE »

Audioengine W2 (AW2) Premium Wireless Adapter for iPod

By Alexander Grundner | December 8th, 2008 (8) Comments

I know… I know… you’ve all seen plenty of iPod adapters for transmitting audio to a nearby stereo wirelessly. Well, Audioengine thinks they have a compelling product that beats most anything out there. Why? For two reasons mainly: 1) the company uses a proprietary 802.11 technology that seeks out unused 2.4Ghz subchannels to provide lossless audio fidelity at a range up to 30ft, 2) the Audioengine W2 sender adapter (the unit that connects directly to your iPod) can be paired and function with up to 8 separate receiver units throughout the home. In addition, the Audioengine W2 receiver has been designed to be powered by its included AC adapter or via USB. The sender, on the other hand, is powered directly from the iPod and only uses as much power as required to maintain a clear audio connection. The Audioengine W2 is available now and retails for $169. MORE »

Marantz IS301 Wireless iPod Dock

By Alexander Grundner | November 24th, 2008 (0) Comments

It’s obvious the Marantz IS301 Wireless iPod Dock is going to be the next must-have device for iPod owners here in the U.S., if we can convince Marantz to import their uber A/V device to us next. Here’s why: users get a a stand alone dock that accepts all iPod models (sans the iPhone 3G for some reason) and transmits its audio and video feed wirelessly to a separate TV/Stereo receiver unit up to 32 feet away (provides RCA, S-Video, Component outputs). What’s more, the dock can pair with a Bluetooth A2DP compatible cellphone and playback a user’s selected media directly from the handset. According to the company’s press release, the Marantz IS301 will hit Japan in January ‘09 and retail for ¥26,250 ($271 USD). [via]

Intelliremote 1.1 iPhone Client Adds Virtual Keyboard and Mouse Functionality

By Alexander Grundner | September 29th, 2008 (4) Comments

Looks like Intelliremote got a bit more intelligent. The developer of Intelliphone has, as you can see in the screenshots, added virtual keyboard and mouse functionality to his app that I’m sure many people will appreciate. Sure, it’s cool to have all the MCE and Universal Remote buttons available to you via your iPhone / iPod Touch interface, but these two latest additions bring Intelliphone just about on par with a hardware solution like the $149 Logitech diNovo Mini, but for only $24. [via]

IOGEAR GHPAKIT Powerline Stereo Audio System

By Alexander Grundner | September 12th, 2008 (0) Comments

IOGEAR has teamed up with Arkados to deliver a powerline based multi-room audio system that streams music via your home’s electrical wiring to your audio components. The GHPAKIT Powerline Stereo Audio System consists of (1) Powerline Stereo Audio Station and (1) Powerline Stereo Audio Adapter with RCA outputs, and (1) IR remote control. The Audio Station supports up to four Audio Adapters and includes two RCA inputs, a 3.5mm mini-jack input, and an iPod dock/control. MSRP is $379.95 but currently being listed on some e-commerce sites for $289. Listings: Amazon, B&H, Buy