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Jawbone Jambox Gold Limited Edition Bluetooth Speaker

Posted in Bluetooth by Reuben Drake on July 11th, 2011

The Jawbone Jambox Gold Limited Edition Bluetooth speaker is ready to launch in Japan anytime now. This wireless speaker supports Bluetooth HSP, HFP and A2DP capabilities.

It also features an integrated microphone to capture your voice and can be charged using a USB port or an AC adapter. The company will launch the Jawbone Jambox Gold Limited Edition Bluetooth speaker for 19,800 Yen (or $246).

Jabra EASYCALL Bluetooth Headset

Posted in Bluetooth by Reuben Drake on June 27th, 2011

Jabra has a new Bluetooth headset for the US market: the EASYCALL. This headset allows you to make and take calls easily and provides great sound quality when doing so. With the Multiuse functionality, you can connect to two Bluetooth devices at the same time.

The Jabra EASYCALL also uses Digital Signal Processing (DSP) technology to deliver the crystal clear sound that you want. It is available in AT&T stores for $32.

Creative outs new Bluetooth speakers

Posted in Bluetooth by Conner Flynn on May 6th, 2011

Creative has unveiled the wireless one-piece D80, a Bluetooth speaker that is pretty much identical to the previous D100, except for a lower price at $50 and a loss of battery power. Not much to get excited about.

The $300 ZiiSound D5x on the other hand, is compatible with the new D3x modular speaker and DSx modular subwoofer, which are both priced at $150. The D80 arrives this month and the ZiiSound’s components will arrive this summer.

Scosche Solvue Bluetooth Speaker

Posted in Bluetooth by Conner Flynn on May 4th, 2011

Scosche is introducing the new eco-friendly Solvue Bluetooth speaker. What makes this wireless speaker stand out from the pack is that it features an integrated solar panel that continuously re-charges the lithium ion battery inside.

But it’s not just solar. You can also charge the battery using a USB cable. The Scosche Solvue Bluetooth speaker uses DSP echo cancellation technology for crystal clear conversation even in noisy environments. The Solvue Bluetooth speaker will cost you $109.99.

Bluetooth Rearview Mirror with GPS

Posted in Bluetooth by Conner Flynn on April 26th, 2011

Chinavasion has launched the 4.3-inch Bluetooth Rearview Mirror for your car. The device allows hands-free cell phone calling and offers GPS navigation. The Bluetooth Rearview Mirror also features an advanced SiRF STAR III chip with a Centrality Atlas 4 Dual-Core 500MHz processor.

The device also delivers high resolution video playback and has speakers so you can listen to your favorite tunes. It retails for $102 and should make you that much safer on the road.

Star Trek Earloomz Bluetooth Headset

Posted in Bluetooth by Conner Flynn on April 18th, 2011

The Star Trek Live Long and Prosper Earloomz Bluetooth headset supports Bluetooth version v2.+1 EDR and weighs just 10 grams. It comes with two earhooks, four earbuds, a warranty card, a user manual, a USB charging cable and a lanyard necklace.

Star Trek fans will love the design and they will also love the fact that it delivers up to 5-hours of talk time or up to 120-hours of standby time. It will cost you $64.99. Logical or highly illogical price? You decide.

VIZIO XVTHB100 Bluetooth Stereo Headphones

Posted in Bluetooth by Conner Flynn on April 6th, 2011

The VIZIO XVTHB100 will cost you $89.99 on Amazon. These stylish Bluetooth Stereo headphones pack in high-performance 30mm neodymium drivers with advanced SRS sound processing. They are lightweight and you can connect them to your laptop, smartphone or Bluetooth-enabled HDTV.

The VIZIO XVTHB100 also features a 3.5mm port to connect with other audio sources and built-in voice enhancement for calls or Skype chats. The rechargeable battery will give you up to 9-hours of continuous use.

SuperTooth HD Bluetooth Speaker Phone

Posted in Bluetooth by Conner Flynn on March 22nd, 2011

If you spend a lot of time talking on your phone in your car, then you need a hands free device for safety reasons. Newer cars come with Bluetooth built in, but if you don’t have a newer car then check this out. It’s a new hands free speakerphone from SuperTooth.

The SuperTooth HD can be clipped to your car’s visor and features a 5.4W amp for the speaker so you can hear clearly even when you are in a noisy environment with horns honking, jackhammers hammering and other drivers cursing. This device is three times more powerful than other speakerphones on the market and also has integrated dual mics for noise cancellation.

Plantronics K100 In-car Bluetooth Speakerphone

Posted in Bluetooth by Conner Flynn on January 10th, 2011

Plantronics new K100 in-car Bluetooth speakerphone includes dual microphones and digital signal processing (DSP) technology that keeps the user’s voice sharp and clear and also limits the surrounding noise. Also echo cancellation improves listening on both sides of the conversation, while a high-quality speaker makes every call clear.

The Plantronics K100 also has an integrated FM transmitter, so you can hear conversations, stream music, or play podcasts from your smartphone to the car stereo system. It also features large buttons so you can control the K100, while keeping safe on the road.

Cardo Scala Rider G4 Handsfree Motorcycle Bluetooth Headset

Posted in Bluetooth by Conner Flynn on December 12th, 2010

The Cardo Scala Rider G4 motorcycle Bluetooth headset provides bike-to-bike intercom at up to one mile. It also features unique 4-way intercom between two bikers and two passengers or 3-way intercom among three separate bikers.

The Cardo Scala Rider G4 also offers multilingual status announcements, allowing bikers to have smooth and safe handsfree communication while on the road. The Scala Rider G4 is also available with a corded microphone to fit even the tightest full-faced helmets. It will cost you €239.95 (or $317).

LMP Bluetooth Keypad for Apple Wireless Keyboard

Posted in Bluetooth by Conner Flynn on December 1st, 2010

The LMP Bluetooth Keypad shares the same cylindrical base and brushed aluminum finish as the Apple Wireless Keyboard, which is no mistake. The LMP Keypad can be used all by itself, but it also has a connector that snaps onto the right side of the Apple Wireless Keyboard, extending it.

The LMP Keypad does require a couple of AA batteries, though, making it a bit of a pain. We don’t have any info yet on pricing or availability just yet though.

Soundfreaq SFQ-01 Bluetooth audio system

Posted in Bluetooth by Conner Flynn on November 8th, 2010

Elegant form meets superb function with the Soundfreaq SFQ-01 Bluetooth audio system. It is basically compatible with any cell phone or portable media player available that accepts Bluetooth commands. The system features Kevlar-reinforced balanced drivers measuring 2.75-inches each, an acoustically tuned dual-port chamber and a UQ3 spatial enhancement processor. They all work together for the best audio quality possible.

There is also an integrated FM radio tuner and a 3.5mm auxiliary input. Target is selling the Soundfreaq SFQ-01 for $199.

Siemens miniTek streams audio to Hearing Aids via Bluetooth

Posted in Bluetooth by Conner Flynn on October 14th, 2010

Siemens has announced its new miniTek, a small black box that works with Siemens hearing aids. The setup is simple, you just hook up the transmitter to your TV, stereo, phone, music player, or PC via Bluetooth or 3.5mm jack.

Then the device will be able to wirelessly stream stereo audio to you for up to five hours at a time. You can even use it to answer phone calls. This should make many hearing impaired folks very happy.

Scosche motorMOUTH II Handsfree Audio Car Kit

Posted in Bluetooth by Conner Flynn on September 29th, 2010

Scosche has released the motorMOUTH II Bluetooth handsfree car kit and streaming audio receiver. The device plugs into your vehicle’s AUX input for hands-free conversations. It will stream audio from any A2DP device.

Built-in motorMOUTH DSP echo cancellation technology makes sure you get a crystal clear conversation even when the kids are fighting in the back seat. It comes with a Y-adapter in case you don’t want to use Bluetooth.

Jabra unveils new Go 660 Bluetooth headset for mobile and office use

Posted in Bluetooth by Shane McGlaun on September 28th, 2010

If you are in a business where you are on the phone a lot whether you are in the office or out of the office your day can be much smoother and less of a pain in the neck literally with a headset. Jabra offers headsets for mobile users and for use with phones in the office as well. The latest headset from the company can be used with your mobile phone and your soft phone on the computer.

The headset is called the Jabra Go 660 and it ships with a USB Bluetooth adapter called the Jabra Link 320 that lets you use the headset for VoIP chats in the office or home. The headset also links to your Bluetooth mobile phone as well. The mic has noise-cancelling tech dubbed Noise Blackout with dual mics.