Dreams6 DJ Speaker

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Music, Portable Audio / Video, Videos, USB

Now anyone with an iPod, MP3 Player, laptop or other audio device can be a mini DJ. The Dreams6 DJ Speaker plays your tunes and has 3 variations of mixed scratches to really impress the crowd. Small enough for a pocket or backpack, it comes with a USB cord for recharging through your PC. The DJ Speaker is available in red, black or white at a price of $45.99. We are thinking that this may be one of those gadgets that’s fun for the first 10 minutes, as evidenced by the demonstration.

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Target and Best Buy Utile Gift Cards

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Cameras, Hot Deals, Misc. Tech, Music, Portable Audio / Video

Target is offering a gift card that includes a 1.2 megapixel camera, or is it the other way around?. Available in denominations from $50.00 to $1000.00, it has 8MB of memory, runs on 2 AAA batteries and comes with a driver disk, USB cord, and a coupon that is good for 40 prints.

Not to be outdone by Target, Best Buy has a gift card that doubles as a speaker. Use it for your iPod, MP3 player, or any other with the mini-headphone jack. The card is available for $15.00 up to $50.00. Shipping is free, there is no expiration date and the card can be used online or in retail stores.

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Headphonies Designer Speakers

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Design, Misc. Tech, Music, Portable Audio / Video

Headphonies are perfect for anyone with an MP3 player, CD player, PC, or other electronic audio device. Each limited edition vinyl speaker comes with a charge cord, headphone cable, and keyring clip. Collections vary between 100 to 1000 pieces. They were designed by Eran Weinberg with other artists adding their input. You get four hours of play after a one hour charge by USB. The Headphonies will be available in late November, but you can sign up now for notification of their arrival.

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Dreams Sound Ball Portable Speaker

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Music, Portable Audio / Video, USB

The Japanese company Dreams has unveiled their new portable speaker. The Sound Ball is designed for your PMP and small enough to be kept on a key chain. Available in purple, pink, or green, the gadget features a built-in rechargeable battery and an on/off button. Hook it to your cell phone, backpack, or laptop when not in use. The Sound Ball comes with a USB charge cord and stereo mini-cable. It carries a price of $39.99.

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iPower Portable Power System

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Cell Phones, Handhelds

For those with iPhone battery paranoia, the iPower Portable Power Station with speaker can be used with both iPhones 2G and 3G. It has a capacity of 2400mAh, a charging and discharging time of 3 hours, and an input voltage of 4.8 ~ 5.5V with a 500 to 1000mA current. Its current output is 100 to 1000mA with 5.0 to 5.5V. At a weight of 93g and available in black or white, it carries a price of $44.00.

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USB Starfish Speaker

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, USB, Music, Portable Audio / Video

If you drooled at the thought of owning your own Private Ocean, then you might want more water-related accessories such as this USB Starfish Speaker to go with your MP3 player. At a mini-size of 85 x 85 x 50mm and a weight of only 70g, it features a Blue LED indicator, has a rechargeable Li-ion battery that needs charging for at least two hours, and an on/off switch. It also features non-slip arms in case it wants to escape off your desk. The speaker comes with USB charging and audio input cables and is available for a mere $12.00.

(Thanks, Fanny)

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Smart Dog Hub/Radio

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Music, Portable Audio / Video, USB

Reminiscent of the iDog is this multi-function 4-port hub with built-in speaker and LED light. Decapitate the Smart Dog’s head and you have a portable radio (88Mhz - 108MHz) to keep you company on the road. USB 2.0 compliant, it has both an in and out 3.5mm audio jack. At a size of 8 x 7 x 6.5cm, the radio/head needs 2 AAA batteries (not included,) comes with earphones, and carries a price of $19.15.

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Happy Alien Mini-Speaker

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, USB, Misc. Tech, Music, Portable Audio / Video

Oh, look! Another ET has landed. This Happy Alien Mini-Speaker can accompany your iPod, MP3, or MP4 player. With a USB rechargeable Li-ion battery, you can extend or retract its body to change the volume. At a size of 70 x 55 x 54mm and a weight of 60g, the speaker also features a 3.5mm stereo audio connector and comes in orange or blue with an MSRP of $11.90.

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Kenwood AS-IP300 iPod Speaker

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Portable Audio / Video

We like the triangular look of Kenwood’s AS-IP300 iPod Speaker. It works with all models of the Apple player and charges while playing your tunes in 3D sound. The device features a stereo mini-jack AUX input and comes with a rechargeable remote and adapter, batteries, and AC cord. At a size of 380 x 157 x 221mm and a weight of 1.2 kg, the speaker is available in black or white at a price of $199.95 in Japan.

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Vahakn Matossian’s Boomboy

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, Design, Misc. Tech, Music, Portable Audio / Video

Vahakn Matossian’s Boomboy can hang on my desk top any time. The loudspeaker is hand carved from walnut and has a bass duct running through his body and a Bowers & Wilkins driver. The prototype holds a pencil in his little fist, but you can substitute a cable or some earbuds. Vahakn claims he has a “loud voice and naughty temperament, slight drinking habit, good with the ladies.” We can vouch for the latter, although we wonder if the designer was describing himself.

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