Posts Tagged ‘audio’

New arrivals: Loewe Speaker 2go wireless Bluetooth/NFC speaker

Wednesday, August 28th, 2013

The Loewe Speaker 2go is now available in Singapore for S$599 at the Audio Visual Boutique at TripleOne Somerset and Atlas eStore online. Available in Aluminium Silver or Aluminium Black.

Loewe Speaker 2go wireless Bluetooth/NFC speaker is available now at S$599.

Loewe Speaker 2go wireless Bluetooth/NFC speaker is available now at S$599.

The compact Loewe Speaker 2go measures 24 x 10.5 x 5.1 cm but weighs some 1.3kg. It can pair up with mobile devices through either Bluetooth or NFC.

The press release is appended below with the details.

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Bose QuietComfort 20 noise cancelling headphones in Singapore

Saturday, August 24th, 2013

The Bose QC20 headphones are the first in-ear noise canceling headphones from Bose. Atlas Sound & Vision is selling the headphones online at S$499. Pre-order now for delivery by end-September.

Bose QuietComfort 20 is available for pre-order online for S$499. Delivery by end-September.

Bose QuietComfort 20 is available for pre-order online for S$499. Delivery by end-September.

Bose QuietComfort 20 headphones offers noise reduction, audio performance and comfort, and enables two ways to listen – one to shut out the world, and one to keep the listener connected by letting in selected sounds such as sirens and announcements.

The StayHear+ ear tips are really comfortable and sits snugly in the ear.

The StayHear+ ear tips are really comfortable and sits snugly in the ear.

They fit in the pocket, weigh just 43 grams, and rival the performance of much larger headphones.

Bose TriPort technology uses ports to increase the effective acoustic space of the earbud to reproduce deep lows, lifelike vocals and instruments.

Bose active equalization tunes the frequency response for improved, natural sound.

A rechargeable battery provides about 16 hours of power for the active noise cancelling.

When the battery is depleted or the power is turned off, the music plays on in the QC20 as per a normal set of non-noise-cancelling earphones.

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Atlas launches Bose SoundLink Mini Bluetooth Speaker in Singapore

Friday, August 23rd, 2013

The Bose SoundLink Mini is the smallest wireless speaker in the Bose family, and is 70% smaller and 50% lighter than the Bose SoundLink. Atlas Sound & Vision is selling the speaker online at S$299.

Pre-order now for delivery by end-September.

Blue, orange or green soft covers are available (sold separately but free for pre-orders) for the Bose SoundLink Mini.

Blue, orange or green soft covers are available (sold separately but free for pre-orders) for the Bose SoundLink Mini.

The new SoundLink Mini speaker fits in the palm of your hand, and connects wirelessly to a smart device or tablet, allowing you to enjoy the music out loud.

The SoundLink Mini comes with a charging cradle.

The SoundLink Mini comes with a charging cradle.

At 680 grams, the SoundLink Mini speaker weighs similar to the average tablet, measuring a compact 5 x 18 x 6cm.

That’s 30% the size and 50% the weight of the original SoundLink Mobile speaker.

Its anodised aluminum housing resists scratches and fingerprints, and is strong and durable enough for the rigors of everyday use.

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Review: NAD VISO HP50 over-ear noise isolating headphones

Friday, August 2nd, 2013

The NAD VISO HP50 headphones are available in black, red and white in Singapore for S$399.

The NAD VISO HP50 headphones retails in Singapore at S$399. In the US, it has an RRP of US$279.

The NAD VISO HP50 headphones retails in Singapore at S$399. In the US, it has an RRP of US$279.

The NAD VISO HP50 Over-Ear Headphones join NAD Electronics’ growing range of high performance personal audio products that already include the NAD VISO 1 and NAD VISO 1 AP Wireless Digital Music Systems.

Hands-on

The NAD VISO HP50 headphones were launched in Singapore during the Mook Headphone Festival.

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ASUS Xonar Essence STU USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier launched

Monday, July 22nd, 2013

Features clear 120dB SNR and asynchronous USB audio with a 600 ohm headphone amplifier and swappable Op-Amps. Available for SGD$599 @ Cybermind and Ban Leong Technologies Online Store.

ASUS Xonar Essence STU USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier

ASUS Xonar Essence STU USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier

The ASUS Xonar Essence STU USB DAC and headphone amplifier inherits and improves on the audio quality of Xonar Essence ST/STX sound cards.

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Apple unveils Logic Pro X (with Drummer & Flex Pitch) & MainStage 3

Tuesday, July 16th, 2013

Logic Pro X features a new interface for pros, new creative tools for musicians, and an expanded collection of instruments and effects.

Apple Logic Pro X (S$258.98), MainStage 3 (S$38.98) and Logic Remote (free) are now available for download from the Mac App Store.

Apple Logic Pro X (S$258.98), MainStage 3 (S$38.98) and Logic Remote (free) are now available for download from the Mac App Store.

Logic Pro X includes Drummer, a new feature that provides a virtual session player that automatically plays along with your song in a wide variety of drumming styles and techniques.

Prices

Logic Pro X (S$258.98), MainStage 3 (S$38.98) and Logic Remote (free) are now available for download from the Mac App Store.

Also included is Flex Pitch, which provides integrated pitch editing for audio recordings.

Apple also introduced Logic Remote, an innovative new way to play and control Logic Pro X from your iPad, giving musicians the flexibility to create and mix their music from anywhere in the room.

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Behind-the-ear flagship Jabra Motion offers smart wireless mobility

Thursday, July 4th, 2013

To enhance user productivity and performance, Jabra Motion uses motion sensor technology to intuitively follow the user’s every move – to provide premium call control and superior audio quality.

Available 13 July at S$198. Read on for launch promo.

Jabra Motion will be available in Singapore from 13 July for S$198.

Jabra Motion will be available in Singapore from 13 July for S$198.

Featuring latest intuitive technologies and ergonomic design – including motion sensor technology and a flip-boom arm – the headset caters to the needs of performance-centric users for optimal team communications and project management tasks.

Jabra Motion clips behind the ear.

Jabra Motion clips behind the ear.

Paired with smartphones, tablets or laptops, whether at the workplace, on the road or at home – the intelligent and ‘pocketable’ Jabra Motion keeps users up to speed and in touch as they stay focused on their projects and business tasks.

It offers a wireless freedom range of 10m.

Extremely light at 17.5g, the flexible, curve-shaped Jabra Motion provides a customized ear fit with a rotating, height-adjustable speaker tower and different-sized ear-gels.

When a call comes in and the user picks up the Jabra Motion, its intelligent built-in motion sensor automatically triggers the ‘answer call’ function.

The Jabra Motion can be easily folded to be

The Jabra Motion can be easily folded to be “pocketed”.

And when it is laid down on a surface, the headset takes a power nap.

Sensing changing sound environments or change in motion, such as when the user starts walking, Jabra Motion makes automatic audio adjustment according to ambient noise levels.

The Jabra Motion is built on the Jabra signature ‘behind-the-ear’ circular design based on contour of the ear.

Its folding boom adds ‘pocketability’ – flip it close to a smaller, palm-sized fit to keep in pocket or handbag; flip it open again to instantly connect to an incoming call.

New Bluetooth headset: Fashionable and wearable Jabra Tag

Tuesday, May 21st, 2013

Take active control of music and voice calls with the new solid and sleek stereo Bluetooth headset, which comes with in-built FM radio, precision wireless sound and edgy dog-tag pendant design. RRP: S$128.

The Black Jabra Tag (S$128)

The Black Jabra Tag (S$128)

Designed for the always-on mobile users, the trendy Bluetooth dog-tag pendant streams music and calls from mobile devices giving wireless freedom for life-on-the-go.

The stereo Bluetooth headset is lightweight at only 30g.

It measures 5.6 x 3.45 x 0.83 cm.

Housed in a smooth, curved metallic body with elegant matte finish, Jabra Tag comes in either black or white, and can be worn around the neck as a fashion tag or clipped securely to your outfit or bag.

The White Jabra Tag (S$128)

The White Jabra Tag (S$128)

The Jabra Tag delivers Bluetooth control of your music and call anytime, anywhere.

Groove to the beat of favourite tunes, watch YouTube videos on different mobile devices for up to 7 hours or chat with friends over Skype in high stereo quality for up to 8 hours.

Jabra Tag synergizes music and call functions from 2 mobile devices simultaneously and also provides in-built FM radio entertainment when your mobile devices run out of battery.

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ASUS introduces Xonar U7 USB soundcard & headphone amplifier

Monday, May 13th, 2013

Compact USB-powered device provides 7.1-channel surround and high definition 192kHz/24-bit sound for desktops and notebooks. Available end-May for S$149.

ASUS Xonar U7 USB Soundcard and Headphone Amplifier will be available from end-May 2013 for S$149.

ASUS Xonar U7 USB Soundcard and Headphone Amplifier will be available from end-May 2013 for S$149.

The compact Xonar U7 USB external soundcard and headphone amplifier offers powerful and clear 114dB SNR audio with USB convenience.

It incorporates a headphone amplifier, Dolby Home Theater v4 support, plus dedicated microphone and volume controls.

Xonar U7 serves the needs of PC gamers who want to enjoy strong and clear sound via headphones, and is also ideal for listening to music as it produces much more impactful and detailed audio than onboard hardware.

Connecting via USB, it requires no standalone power supply and works instantly setup-free with no need to open the PC case.

Powerful sound from a compact and portable device

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Mother’s Day gift ideas: Useful accessories from Logitech

Wednesday, May 8th, 2013

Mother’s Day is on 12 May this year. Get mum something nifty for her tablet, computer and to enjoy her music collection.

Logitech has a useful tech accessory for Mum for any of her favourite gadget.

Logitech has a useful tech accessory for Mum for any of her favourite gadget.

Logitech has put together a list of accessories for the tech-savvy Mum’s favourite gadget.

Ultrathin Keyboard Cover for iPad (S$139)

Ultrathin Keyboard Cover for iPad mini (S$119)

For the mum who uses her iPad or iPad mini for everything.

Ultrathin Keyboard Cover for iPad (S$139) and Ultrathin Keyboard Cover for iPad mini (S$119)Fom viewing the recipe while she’s cooking, browsing group photos at family functions, uploading these photos to Facebook, to sending emails on the go.

The keyboard cover protect the touch screen on her tablet and doubles up as a Bluetooth wireless keyboard, as well as a hands-free stand.

These keyboard covers are super light and thin.

Logitech Washable Keyboard K310 (S$59)

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