iLuv releases $200 MobiAria Bluetooth speaker with one-touch NFC setup

<div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><div class="image-container" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><img alt="EDIT iLuv releases MobiAria" data-src-height="232" data-src-width="619" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2013/06/mobiaria.jpg" /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">We first caught a glimpse of iLuv's MobiAria at this year's CES, where it played second fiddle to the company's Qi-certified wireless charger. Now front and center, the Bluetooth speaker is finally available from the company's website (and select retailers) for $199.99. Like many of the speakers we've seen lately, the MobiAria builds in NFC technology to pair compatible devices with a simple tap. Other features include a 3.5mm jack for plugging in your device the old way, as well as a USB charging dock so your phone doesn't tragically run out of juice while playing your favorite tune.</div><div class="pr_box open" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><div class="pr_box_button">Hide Press Release</div><div class="pr_text"><strong>iLuv Now Shipping Bluetooth and NFC Enabled MobiAria</strong><br />- iLuv's New MobiAria Speaker with Bluetooth Technology and NFC Compatibility is Now Available -<br /> Port Washington, NY – June 6, 2013 – iLuv Creative Technology, the premier provider of the most comprehensive line of accessories for the mobile lifestyle, announces they are now shipping their MobiAria. A Bluetooth enabled speaker equipped with Near Field Communication (NFC) technology, which makes pairing devices quick and easy, the MobiAria makes listening to music simple, fast and convenient.<br /> "With the variety of mobile devices on the market today, Bluetooth speakers have become a popular option for consumers due to their compatibility with a wide array of products," said Jason Park, Marketing Manager at iLuv Creative Technology. "iLuv is now expanding that compatibility by offering a speaker that is Bluetooth-enabled and includes NFC technology for quick and easy pairing."<br /> MobiAria's slim and elegant design houses two full range speakers and a passive radiator for enhanced bass. It utilizes jAura Technology, an advance in sound technology that delivers music with exceptional clarity and balance. Bluetooth-enabled for wireless music streaming straight from your mobile device, MobiAria also features easy One Touch Bluetooth setup with NFC. It also takes advantage of voice prompts to make Bluetooth pairing even easier. This premium speaker even boasts backlit touch-sensitive buttons with a modern look and feel, and is capable of charging your mobile device via a USB port.<br /> Pricing and Availability<br /> MobiAria is currently available for $199.99 at iLuv.com and select retailers.<br /> </div></div></div>

iLuv releases $200 MobiAria Bluetooth speaker with one-touch NFC setup

We first caught a glimpse of iLuv's MobiAria at this year's CES, where it played second fiddle to the company's Qi-certified wi...

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Klipsch's Music Center KMC 3 Bluetooth speaker costs $400, will be available in June

<div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><img alt="Klipsch's Music Center KMC 3 Bluetooth speaker costs $400, will be available in June" data-src-height="444" data-src-width="619" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2013/05/kmc-3-black-1368030346.jpg" /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Klipsch is known for offering everything from well-designed headphones to home theater systems, but the audio-focused outfit has been staying away from producing relatively portable Bluetooth speakers. That all changed back at this year's CES when Klipsch outed the KMC 3 as part of its Music Center lineup, which we're now finding out will be priced at $400 (or $399.99, to be precise) when it hits store shelves this coming June. In return for your hard-earned cash, Klipsch's first Bluetooth-equipped soundbox (apt-X and AAC) will give you a 2.1 assortment that's loaded with 2-inch, full-range drivers, a zippy 5.25-inch subwoofer and a battery capable of running up to 26 hours -- this, according to the company, makes for a system "perfectly designed for powerful, accurate sound reproductions." Don't mind the hefty price tag? Then make the source link below your next stop if you're interested in snagging one of these.</div><div class="pr_box open" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><div class="pr_box_button">Hide Press Release</div><div class="pr_text"><strong>Klipsch Introduces Brand's First Bluetooth® Speaker</strong><br /> INDIANAPOLIS (May 8, 2013) - Klipsch, a leading global speaker manufacturer, announces today the launch of its Klipsch Music Center KMC 3, the brand's first Bluetooth® speaker. The KMC 3 also serves as the initial product offering in the new Klipsch Music Center series.<br /> The Klipsch Music Center product line commemorates the brand's partnership with Live Nation Entertainment and its sponsorship of the Klipsch Music Center amphitheater-one of the five most ticketed live music venues in the world-in its global headquarter city of Indianapolis. Designed to take the concert anywhere, the series of wireless music speakers connect listeners with their favorite artists-minus the crowd.<br /> In addition to offering aesthetic appeal with its unique soft-feel paint, semi-gloss accents and jewel-like logos, the apt-X® and AAC Bluetooth-enabled Klipsch Music Center KMC 3 presents a static or portable 2.1 system designed for powerful, accurate sound reproductions. With dual 2-inch, full-range drivers and a dedicated 5.25-inch subwoofer, the KMC 3 produce amazingly detailed output while creating deep, realistic bass. Completing the lifelike music experience is 130 watts of digital power produced by the system.<br /> The KMC 3 keeps smartphones and tablets charged via a USB input and plays any non-Bluetooth music source through its 3.5mm input. It also remembers up to eight previously connected Bluetooth devices for quick and painless reconnection. The included remote controls volume and muting, as well as most wirelessly connected music sources while they charge and play simultaneously. Operating on battery power when untethered, the KMC 3 utilizes eight D-cell batteries that allow for up to 26 hours of listening.<br /> "This product launch is extremely important given its connection with our commitment to live music," said Paul Jacobs, CEO of Klipsch. "With the KMC 3 representing our first Bluetooth speaker, we're eager to diversify our future offerings in the wireless audio category and help change the way individuals share the listening experience with one another."<br /> Available in both a black and white finish, the Klipsch Music Center KMC 3 will retail for $399.99 (U.S. MSRP) and come with a power supply and cord, 3.5mm to 3.5mm 1M cable and remote with battery. The product is available at http://www.klipsch.com and will be available at authorized retailers in June 2013. The Klipsch Music Center Stadium will join the series in summer 2013, with additional systems being added throughout 2013 and 2014.<br /> </div></div></div>

Klipsch's Music Center KMC 3 Bluetooth speaker costs $400, will be available in June

Klipsch is known for offering everything from well-designed headphones to home theater systems, but the audio-focused outfit has been stayi...

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Scosche BoomBottle ships for $150, just in time to serenade fellow cyclists

<div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><div class="image-container" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><img alt="Scosche BoomBottle ships for $150, just in time to serenade fellow cyclists" data-src-height="340" data-src-width="620" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2013/04/scosche-boombottle-2-1365516981.jpg" /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Scosche promised a soundtrack to our biking and hiking when it unveiled the BoomBottle back in January; conveniently, it's shipping the Bluetooth speaker right as the spring thaw lets us give the peripheral a proper workout. The outdoorsy among us can now spend $150 to get a dust- and splashproof stereo system that fits into a bike's water bottle holder, or on a backpack through a carabiner, and plays for 10 hours on a charge. We'll have to wait, though, if we want a dash of color while we bombard other travelers with our taste in music. Gray versions are available now or very shortly at Scosche's site and Walmart, but more season-appropriate blue, green, pink and yellow hues will only sell through Scosche in May.</div></div><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="360" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/bxu6pQi35Is?feature=player_embedded" width="640"></iframe></div>

Scosche BoomBottle ships for $150, just in time to serenade fellow cyclists

Scosche promised a soundtrack to our biking and hiking when it unveiled the BoomBottle back in January; conveniently, it's shipping the...

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Big Jambox 2.0 update brings extended battery life, new AAC support for iOS 6.1

<div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><div class="copy post-body" dir="ltr" itemprop="text" style="text-align: left;"> <div class="image-container" style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2012/04/dsc02296.jpg" /></div>If you thought $300 was a lot of money to drop on the Big Jambox, Jawbone has just released an update that might make that amount a little easier to swallow. The 2.0 software for the large Bluetooth speaker brings new AAC support for iOS 6.1 that promises better audio streams with fewer interruptions, two more hours of battery life when streaming from a iOS 6.1 device, synced volume control, <span>a mode that silences all voice prompts and tones, improved LED response time and last but not least, support for the PS Vita. Simply head over to Jawbone's MyTalk website, plug in your Big Jambox via USB and follow the instructions on how to make your big booming speaker even better.</span><br /> </div></div>

Big Jambox 2.0 update brings extended battery life, new AAC support for iOS 6.1

If you thought $300 was a lot of money to drop on the Big Jambox, Jawbone has just released an update that might make that amount a litt...

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Sony speakers combine NFC and WiFi / Bluetooth for minimal streaming effort

<div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><div class="copy post-body" dir="ltr" itemprop="text" style="text-align: left;"> <div class="image-container" style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="Sony speakers combine NFC and WiFi Bluetooth " data-src-height="282" data-src-width="619" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2013/03/cmt-bt80wb-head-on.png" /></div>The whole syncing thing proving too much effort for your music listening habits? Fear not -- two new streaming speakers from Sony are embracing the world of near field communication to take some of the trouble out of playback. The speakers come in two flavors -- the CMT-BT60B does Bluetooth streaming and the similarly alphanumeric CMT-BT80WB will stream via Bluetooth, WiFi or AirPlay. Both speakers feature aux inputs and USB for charging (and playback, in the case of the BT80WB). As for, you know, making sound, both feature Magnetic Fluid Speakers and S-Master amplifiers. They'll be hitting parts of Europe in May and the UK in June.<br /> </div></div>

Sony speakers combine NFC and WiFi / Bluetooth for minimal streaming effort

The whole syncing thing proving too much effort for your music listening habits? Fear not -- two new streaming speakers from Sony are embr...

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Sonos offers up same bass, less shine with limited edition matte black Sub

<div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"> <img alt="Image" data-src-height="375" data-src-width="375" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2013/03/subglossblk.angle.jpg" /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Love floor-shaking bass, but can't stand the idea of accidentally catching your own reflection whilst seated on the couch? Good news -- well, limited good news, that is. Sonos has opted to make available a limited quantity of matte black Subs, in spite of its plans to focus on the gloss. Those deemed "loyal Sonos owners" can pick one up for $599 for the next fortnight by clicking the source link below. It's all first come, first serve. Once they're gone, you're matte out of luck.</div></div>

Sonos offers up same bass, less shine with limited edition matte black Sub

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Bowers & Wilkins embraces Lightning: refreshes Zeppelin Air, intros Z2 AirPlay speaker

<div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"> <img alt="Bowers & Wilkins rides the Lightning refreshes Zeppelin Air, intros $400 Z2 AirPlay speaker" data-src-height="348" data-src-width="629" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2013/03/screen-shot-2013-03-18-at-11.28.19-pm-1363663734.png" /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Roughly two years ago AirPlay WiFi streaming was becoming a major force, especially thanks to companies like Bowers & Wilkins updating their speakers systems to feature the standard. Two years later, B&W's bodacious Zeppelin Air is getting updated yet again, but this time it's all about the dock. Those of you who can't bare to go dock-free with the A5 and A7 will be pleased know the third-generation Zeppelin features a Lightning connector. Aside from Lightning and an updated LED array, it's essentially the same speaker we were polarized by back in May 2011, set to ship this May for the same $600 price. Beyond that, the company is introducing what's effectively the wireless followup to its defunct Zeppelin Mini, the $400 Z2. Positioned as a small speaker with big sound, the ovular unit features a top-mounted Lightning dock for iPhones and iPod Touches. It'll be available in black this April, with a white version following in June -- consider it the company's take on bedside or kitchen speaker that you'd normally see from Sony or Harman. </div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"> <img alt="Gallery Image" height="480" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2013/03/bowerswilkinsz2blackiphoneairplay.jpg" width="640" /><img alt="Gallery Image" height="480" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2013/03/bowerswilkins-zeppelin-air-iphone5-plinth.jpg" width="640" /><img alt="Gallery Image" height="480" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2013/03/bowerswilkinsz2blackiphone4study.jpg" width="640" /><img alt="Gallery Image" height="551" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2013/03/bowerswilkinsz2whitesideboard.jpg" width="640" /><img alt="Gallery Image" height="480" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2013/03/bowerswilkinsz2whitekitchen.jpg" width="640" /><img alt="Gallery Image" height="480" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2013/03/bowerswilkinsz2whiteiphone5bedsidetable.jpg" width="640" /><img alt="Gallery Image" height="480" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2013/03/bowerswilkinsz2whiteiphone4-study.jpg" width="640" /><img alt="Gallery Image" height="480" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2013/03/bowerswilkinsz2whiteipadbedroom.jpg" width="640" /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><img alt="Gallery Image" height="480" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2013/03/bowerswilkinsz2whiteipadbedsidetable.jpg" width="640" /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><img alt="Gallery Image" height="479" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2013/03/bowerswilkinsz2whitebookshelf.jpg" width="640" /> </div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"> Meeting with B&W we were able to give both a quick listen; the Zeppelin still sounds like we remembered, while the Z2 pumped a large amount of volume for it's size (albeit a good deal muddy at its loudest settings). Suffice it to say, both maintain the thick and smooth voicing that this editor has come to enjoy from its P5 headphones. If you want more details in the meantime, you'll find a press release after the break.</div><div dir="ltr" id="pr_box_button" style="text-align: left;">Hide Press Release</div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"> <em><strong>Air your tunes</strong></em></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"> <em><strong>Bowers & Wilkins launches two Wireless Music Systems with AirPlay® and LightningTM connector</strong></em></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"> The new Z2 offers great sound and features, in a form factor that can fit almost anywhere. The updated Zeppelin Air brings the iconic Bowers & Wilkins iPhone® docks up to date. Both speaker docks benefit from the addition of an iPhone 5 compatible Lightning connector, and feature Apple AirPlay technology for intuitive, high-quality wireless streaming.<br /> Bowers & Wilkins is excited to announce two new wireless iPhone speaker docks, the Z2 and an updated version of the classic Zeppelin Air. Both products offer exemplary sound quality, feature Apple's AirPlay wireless streaming technology, and are equipped with new Lightning connector for iPhone 5 connectivity.</div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"> Z2 offers the best of all worlds: amazing sound, the effortless convenience of wireless streaming, a choice of black or white finishes and a versatile design that fits almost anywhere. Plus, the new Lightning connector means customers can dock the latest generation of iPhone, iPod touch® and iPod nano® as well as streaming wirelessly from many other iPhone and iPad® models, and from a Mac® or PC running iTunes®.</div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"> A subtly curved metal grille protects new Bowers & Wilkins engineered drive units, while proprietary FlowportTM technology works to keep bass performance tight and controlled. Decades of Bowers & Wilkins acoustic engineering experience mean that while Z2 is compact, music sounds amazingly natural, controlled and fully formed, no matter how loud you play it.<br /> Zeppelin Air, the number-one-selling AirPlay system has also been updated with the new Lightning connector for iPhone 5 compatibility. Since it originally launched as the world's first premium AirPlay speaker dock, Zeppelin Air has led the way in sound quality and features.</div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"> This updated version retains the distinctive design, and offers the same room-filling, highly-detailed audio performance, but thanks to AirPlay and the addition of the new Lightning connector, Zeppelin Air is compatible with the widest possible range of iPhones, iPads and iPods.</div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"> <br /> The simple to set-up and use AirPlay technology allows you to stream music wirelessly from your iPhone or iPad to either of the new docks, or the A7 and A5 which complete Bowers & Wilkins Wireless Music System line up. It's quick and easy, high quality, retains the rich app experience, and works from the palm of your hand. Plus, many customers already own nearly everything they need to enjoy its benefits: a Wi-Fi network and an iOS device or a computer running iTunes. This intuitive technology is made even more straightforward with the free Bowers & Wilkins setup app, downloadable from the App StoreSM.</div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"> Zeppelin Air, Z2 and the complete Bowers & Wilkins Wireless Music System range combine traditional Bowers & Wilkins audio expertise, with AirPlay wireless streaming, the latest in digital amplifier technology and custom Digital Signal Processing, to deliver the effortless convenience and freedom of wireless music, without compromising on sound quality.</div></div>

Bowers & Wilkins embraces Lightning: refreshes Zeppelin Air, intros Z2 AirPlay speaker

  Roughly two years ago AirPlay WiFi streaming was becoming a major force, especially thanks to companies like Bowers & Wilkins updatin...

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THX sues Apple over speaker patent

<div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"> <img alt="THX sues Apple over speaker patent" data-src-height="400" data-src-width="438" height="584" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2013/03/imac.jpg" width="640" /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"> Audio titan THX has filed a lawsuit against Apple, claiming that Cook and Co. infringed a patent it has for technology regarding narrow profile speakers with enhanced sound output that can be built into electronics. According to the court filing, versions of the iPhone, iPad and iMac are culprits that rely on the tech in question. <em>Apple Insider</em> notes that the new, slender iMacs seem to use a design similar to one described by THX, which includes channeling audio down a slim duct. Though THX is out to stop the infringement or collect damages from Cupertino, both companies could settle their differences before the affair escalates into a full-on courtroom brawl.</div></div>

THX sues Apple over speaker patent

   Audio titan THX has filed a lawsuit against Apple, claiming that Cook and Co. infringed a patent it has for technology regarding narrow...

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Bowers & Wilkins AM-1 speaker can weather the rain

<div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><hr dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" /><div class="image-container" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><img alt="Bowers & Wilkin" data-src-height="424" data-src-width="620" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2013/02/am-1-white-horizontal1.jpg" /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">We appreciate any product that lets us not only openly reference Lamb, but also blast that band's tracks in our backyard. Which is what Bowers & Wilkins weatherproof AM-1 (Architectural Monitor) was built to do: blare out the tunes no matter the weather while retaining a subdued, stylish look. The rustproof speaker, which comes in black or white, is made for easy mounting, can rotate 110-degrees from either landscape or portrait orientation and, according to the company's claims, should provide better sound when positioned high up (thanks to an inverted drive unit). Of course, you don't have to fasten this fella to your outdoor veranda -- it'll also be right at home from inside your... <i>home</i>, bar or even that meticulously maintained secret cellar. Look for the AM-1 to hit retail for $300 sometime next month, but buyer beware, you'll have to supply the trip hop tuneage yourself.</div></div><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="360" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/NnYYBM7caMs?feature=player_embedded" width="640"></iframe></div>

Bowers & Wilkins AM-1 speaker can weather the rain

We appreciate any product that lets us not only openly reference Lamb, but also blast that band's tracks in our backyard. Which is what ...

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