Check out the new sleek and compact wireless Inspire S2 speaker system from Creative. This 2.1 system includes a 17-watt subwoofer and 2 palm sized satellite speakers. It makes … [visit site to read more]

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Tagged: Bluetooth, Speakers

Bluetooth Laptop Speakers – Creative Inspire S2 originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on October 16, 2009 at 8:29 am.

Let me start by saying that these Diamond Mini-Rockers are probably the best sounding small speakers I’ve ever heard. I kept asking people to listen to them, to see if I was imagining it, but everyone who listened to these speakers was impressed. The Mini-Rockers are rated at 4 watts, they’re only 4×2 inches, the built in battery provides 6 hours of play time, and they’re perfect to travel with. They’re great little speakers to enjoy a movie or play some video games between a couple people. … [visit site to read more]

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Tagged: Audio, Speakers, Travel gear

Diamond Mini-Rockers Review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on October 1, 2009 at 8:30 am.

The TAILGATER from Ion Audio is a portable sound system that features a single-unit construction with speakers, amplifier, audio inputs and a dock for the iPod all in one box. This high-powered, two-way speaker system has a built-in battery with level indicator for up to eight … [visit site to read more]

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Tagged: iPod, Speakers

Turn it up to 11 with the iPod TAILGATER originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on July 23, 2009 at 7:56 am.

The Speak-er is a set of speech bubble shaped speakers for your computer or MP3 player. They will be available this summer for $120. Pricey, but cute. … [visit site to read more]

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Speech bubble speaker originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on July 21, 2009 at 6:43 am.

The K-box Gel Speaker from Kerchoonz is not your typical speaker. It uses whatever surface it is sitting on as a soundboard. We’ve reviewed similar devices here before. Most recently it was the Free-D i-Ball and several years ago it was the Olympia Soundbug. Neither provided what I would consider ‘good’ sound. When the folks at Kerchoonz contacted me to see if I would review the K-box, I was skeptical that it would be able to do much better than the others. It arrived at Gadgeteer HQ, I’ve tested it and here are the results. … [visit site to read more]

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Tagged: Speakers, Vibration

Kerchoonz K-box Gel Speaker Review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on June 29, 2009 at 4:56 pm.

We’ve reviewed a few vibration style speakers here on the gadgeteer (example: the Free-D i-Ball). You know the type I’m talking about, they turn any flat surface into a sound board. In my experience, they tend to ummm… how can I put … [visit site to read more]

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Tagged: Speakers

Gel speakers? originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on May 27, 2009 at 5:30 pm.

Without music life would be a mistake. ~Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche

I could not agree more. Not a day goes by that I have not listened to music during part of it. I enjoy an eclectic mixture of country, rock, smooth jazz, R&B, easy listening, old time Blues, Bluegrass, and more. It’s not unusual for me to be listening to Celine Dion, Kings of Leon, Adele, Big & Rich, Jeff Buckley, U2, ColdPlay and more in the same playlist. Although I do not consider myself an audiophile, I do enjoy listening to my favorite tunes though a set of good speakers. I have found some exceptional speakers to tell you about today – The Focal XS Satellite System. … [visit site to read more]

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Tagged: iPod, Speakers

Focal XS Satellite Speaker System Review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on May 13, 2009 at 9:49 am.

The CyFi is a portable speaker available in a 2.4GHz version and an A2DP Bluetooth version. The Bluetooth version can function as a handsfree speakerphone. It has a rechargable battery and charges through a docking … [visit site to read more]

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Tagged: Bluetooth, Speakers

Spotlight Gadget – CyFi Wireless Sports Speaker originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on February 14, 2009 at 10:02 am.

Do you have a small audio player that you would want to listen to in a small space? Then of course, you need a small speaker system. The i2iGear Folding Portable Speakers sound great and are small enough to fit in your pocket (if you have roomy pockets ). The price isn’t too bad either. I’ve been listening to these speakers all day, let’s see how they stack up. … [visit site to read more]

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Tagged: Speakers

i2iGear Folding Portable Speakers Review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on December 29, 2008 at 6:02 pm.

Ever dream of pumping your iPod’s tunes to multiple rooms in your home? Setting up a whole house audio system can be a daunting task though. Running speaker wire to all the rooms and purchasing speakers can take a lot of time and money. I don’t know about you, but just the thoughts of running speaker wire makes me tired. There has to be an easier way right? What about a wireless system that is relatively inexpensive and takes just minutes to setup? The Eos Wireless Home Audio iPod Speaker System is one such solution.

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Tagged: Headphones, iPod, Speakers

Eos Wireless Home Audio iPod Speaker System Review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on August 7, 2008 at 5:30 pm.

One of the best things about summer is enjoying the great outdoors. For my family, that means evenings on our back patio, grilling out and taking pleasure in what nature has to offer. Unfortunately, unless we hook up a portable device, we often have to do this without one of our other great pleasures, music.

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Tagged: Speakers

Soundcast OutCast Wireless Outdoor Speaker Review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on August 4, 2008 at 8:00 am.

I was looking for a good home solution for the iPhone when Julie offered to let me review the T612 from Altec Lansing. I have had very good luck with Altec Lansing products in the past and the T612 didn’t disappoint.

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Tagged: Headphones, iPod, Speakers

Altec Lansing T612 iPhone Speaker System Review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on July 25, 2008 at 8:30 am.

Do you enjoy going to the theater to watch movies, or do you prefer to stay home? For myself, I’d much rather just stay home for several reasons. One reason is that gas prices are crazy and the nearest theater is approximately 16 miles away from where I live. Then there’s the fact that my Lazy Boy recliner is much more comfortable than any seat in a theater… and, I don’t have to worry about a tall person blocking my view. Another reason I prefer to stay home, is the big screen movie feel that I get from my 65″ RPTV. Orb Audio just gave me another reason to never leave my house again. They sent me their Mod2 Home Theater System to review. Let’s check it out…

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Tagged: Speakers

Orb Audio Mod2 Home Theater Speakers Review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on June 18, 2008 at 6:30 pm.

Need a small speaker system for your bedroom, cube at work, dorm, etc? How about one that is powered by batteries, AC or via USB? The RAPHA SurroundXi is a portable speaker that plays music stored on a USB flash drive.

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Tagged: Speakers

RAPHA SurroundXi Speaker originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on April 21, 2008 at 7:07 am.

I work with Julie, and one afternoon we were talking about various iPod accessories. She’s never used anything
from the iLuv line of iPod accessories, so I volunteered to write a review. This is a review of the iLuv i177BLK.
This clock is also available in white.

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Tagged: Clock, Speakers

iLuv i177 iPod Clock Radio originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on February 29, 2008 at 11:58 am.

Earlier this year, Audioengine was
kind enough to send me a pair of their wonderful
A5
speakers to review. These speakers have turned out to be a favorite of mine
and still occupy space on my desk at Gadgeteer headquarters. Now Audioengine
have created another set of speakers for people that don’t want to devote as
much desktop space and money in order to own a great sounding pair of speakers.
The A2’s work great with both PCs, Macs and other audio devices. Let’s take a
closer look.

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Tagged: A/V, Audio, Desktop, Device, Speakers, Video

Audioengine A2 Desktop Speakers originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on October 18, 2007 at 5:15 pm.

For over a year now, I’ve been in love with the Audioengine 5 Speaker System. I have them sitting next to me on the custom U shaped desk in my basement office. I use them with my various iPods, and the sound that they provide is just wonderful. When the people at Sierra Sound contacted me to ask if I would be interested in reviewing their iN Studio 5.0 Smart Speakers, I was happy to oblige as I was anxious to see how they compared to my faves.

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Tagged: Headphones, iPod, Speakers

Sierra Sound iN Studio 5 Smart Speakers originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on August 24, 2007 at 10:15 pm.