Archive for the ‘Audio’ Category
Sunday, December 20th, 2015
If you’re looking for a useful and chic gadget for a friend this Christmas, check out Logitec’s range of keyboards, mouse, headsets and accessories.
Clockwise from top-left: Logitech MX Anywhere II mouse, G633 gaming headset, K400+ living room keyboard, M337 mouse, K380 keyboard, CREATE case/keyboard for iPad Pro.
I’m using a number of Logitech’s products because they perform well and are reliable, and they look rather chic as well.
Also they are reasonably priced and affordable, and offer good value for money.
So if you’re looking for that tech gadget for a friend this Christmas, check them out!
Below are some of their more interesting gift ideas.
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Tags:accessories, Bluetooth, Christmas, CREATE, G633, gaming, gift guide, headsets, iPad Pro, K380, K400+, keyboards, Logitech, M337, Mouse, MX Anywhere II, shopping, wireless, Xmas
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Friday, November 27th, 2015
The new models in the Prestige Series lineup: three floor standing speakers (Prestige 95F, 85F & 75F), two center channels (Prestige 55C & 45C), one surround channel (Prestige 25S), one bookshelf speaker (Prestige 15B); two subwoofers (Prestige 1000SW & 2000SW). Prices below.
New technologies in the Paradigm Prestige loudspeakers include Perforated Phase-Aligning (PPA) Tweeter Lens that protects the delicate S-PAL tweeter dome and acts as the Phase Plug, blocking out-of-phase frequencies for smoother, extended high frequencies with greater detail and higher output.
Paradigm Prestige series models are currently available at all authorised retailers in Singapore.
The new Paradigm 12-inch Prestige 1000SW (left) and 15-inch Prestige 2000SW (right) subwoofers.
Prices of these models can be found in the table below.
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Tags:audio, audiophile, AV, loudspeakers, music, Paradigm, Prestige, prices, speakers, subwoofers
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Tuesday, November 17th, 2015
The newly-delivered Airbus A380 and Boeing 777-300ER aircraft of Emirates boast industry’s largest screens and three times the media storage.
13.3 inch Economy Class screens on newly-delivered two-class A380.
Emirates has introduced its new generation in-flight entertainment (IFE) system.
The latest features include larger screens in First Class and Economy Class and three times the media storage – offering passengers an even greater choice of content on board.
World’s largest Economy Class screens at 13.3 inches.
The new products can be found on Emirates’ newly-delivered Boeing 777-300ER and Airbus A380 aircraft.
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Tags:airlines, audiovisual, AV, Emirates, entertainment, in-flight, travel
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Thursday, October 29th, 2015
ASUS has unveiled in Singapore a slew of new Zen-inspired products – ZenWatch 2 smartwatch, Zen AiO Pro all-in-one desktop, ZenPad Audio Cover for ZenPad 8 tablet, and UX305 Ultrabook. Prices & availability below.
ASUS ZenWatch 2 (S$229) will be in Singapore from 14 November 2015.
ASUS Singapore unveiled the following products at today’s launch event at The St. Regis Singapore hotel.
- ZenWatch 2 smartwatch: S$229 – 14 Nov, 2015.
- Zen AiO Pro series of all-in-one desktops: See below for prices.
- ZenBook UX305 Ultrabook: S$1,298 – Nov, 2015.
- ZenPad 8 Audio Cover: S$129 – 14 Nov, 2015.
ZenWatch 2
The ZenWatch 2 is ASUS’ latest wearable and is the company’s first smartwatch to be introduced in Singapore.
ZenWatch 2 is available in two sizes:
- Sparrow, the larger 1.63-inch gunmetal housing and navy blue leather strap.
- Wren, the 1.43-inch silver housing and khaki leather strap.
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Tags:AIO, Asus, BX305, computers, desktops, notebooks, Singapore, smartwatches, The St. Regis, ultrabooks, UX305, Zen AiO Pro, ZenPad, Zensation, ZenWatch 2
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Friday, October 9th, 2015
The new affordable in-car video recorders feature built-in sensors that collect video and black-box data for legal use or social sharing. Prices begin at S$189.52 (see below).
The 2.5-inch TFT LCD of the Full HD Vehicle Video Recorder.
The two full-HD in-vehicle video recorders (dash cams) enable businesses to implement real-time video evidence collection and black-box event recording.
The new RS dash cams enable business road users to prove culpability in accidents or other emergencies, and so avoid losses due to threats such as poor driving or deliberate crash insurance fraud.
Pricing
Customers can choose from the base model Full HD Real-Time Recorder (Model no. 880-2208) at S$189.52, or the Full HD Vehicle Video Recorder with GPS (Model no. 880-2201) at S$271.92.
The recorded video, with time, date, audio and 3D G-sensor data also included, provides the evidence that can help resolve disputes quickly and reduce legal costs.
The cameras are also ideal for personal use or for leisure activities, such as recording driving experiences to post on social media.
The additional GPS capability enables continuous geo-tagging of the vehicle, thereby providing richer event information.
Both units have a 5-Mpixel CMOS camera with 105° wide-angle view, and record data continuously at 1080p/30fps on a SDHC card up to 4GB.
The 105-degree wide-angle CMOS Lens with Full HD Real-time recorder (H.264 compression technology).
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Tags:AV, cameras, dash cam, RS Components, video, videocams
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Tuesday, October 6th, 2015
Jabra expands its SPEAK series by adding ease of use to conference calls and simplicity to collaboration. The SPEAK 810 is now available in Singapore at US$599.
The new Jabra SPEAK 810 promises flawless call experiences, removing barriers to productivity and poor technology adoption for the future of meeting collaboration.
The key features of the SPEAK 810 conference speakerphone includes the following.
- Zoom Talk microphone with adaptive array 5m/15ft. range (15 people).
- Connectivity: USB, Bluetooth/NFC and 3.5 jack.
- USB charge out for charging tablets and mobile phones.
- Kensington lock (optional).
More details can be viewed/downloaded in the press release below.
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Tags:AV, Jabra, phones, SPEAK, SPEAK 810, speaker, UC, unified communications
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Wednesday, September 30th, 2015
The new series of digital pianos were designed in collaboration with renowned piano manufacturer C. Bechstein and promises the sound and tonal quality of an acoustic grand piano. Price & Availability below.
Casio CELVIANO GP-500BP (left) and GP-300BK Grand Hybrid Pianos.
Casio Singapore has launched a new series of digital Grand Hybrid Pianos designed in collaboration with renowned piano manufacturer, C. Bechstien.
The line-up includes the CELVIANO GP-300BK and CELVIANO GP-500BP which employs Casio’s proprietary Acoustic and intelligent Resonator (AiR) Sound Source technology and grand piano sound sampling to deliver matchless realism, tonal and sound detail of an acoustic grand piano.
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Tags:AP-700BK, Bechstein, Casio, GP-300BK, GP-500BP, hybrid, pianos
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Thursday, August 27th, 2015
The two new RZ Series 7.2-channel network A/V receivers from Onkyo are enabled with DTS:X & Dolby Atmos support. Both the TX-RZ900 (S$2,899) and TX-RZ800 (S$2,299) are now available in Singapore.
Top: TX-RZ900 (S$2,899) and Bottom:TX-RZ800 (S$2,299).
The new receivers feature Wide Range Amplifiers that extends to 5Hz, and elimination of digital pulse noise with its Low Noise Processing capabilities to produce clearer sound.
Users can also enjoy wireless audio with its Wi-Fi, Airplay, and Bluetooth support, as well as built-in services such as Spotify and Pandora.
More details from the press release below.
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Tags:Atmos, audio, audiovisual, AV, Dolby, DTS:X, Onkyo, receivers, TX-RZ800, TX-RZ900
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Tuesday, May 26th, 2015
The all-in-one training device and application will be available in Singapore at S$399 from 11 June 2015. You can pre-order now to enjoy a free 2XU Compression Shorts worth S$139.
The Sony Smart B-Trainer aims to be your all-in-one running trainer and partner.
The new Sony Smart B-Trainer has a range of features, such as intelligent music playback based on heart rate monitoring, various training plans, and real time voice coaching.
The Sony Smart B-Trainer ships in a selection of bright colours.
This sports companion integrates Sony’s latest audio advancements with the latest sensor and software technologies to provide a holistic exercise experience.
It consists of the SSE-BTR1 headphone-integrated device that is packed with six types of sensors – heart rate, acceleration, GPS, compass, gyro and barometer.
These sensors measure and record 11 types of running logs – heart rate, burned calories, distance, time, speed, pace, cadence, steps, stride, running route and elevation.
Based on a preset user profile and heart rate goal, the Smart B-Trainer measures your heart rate and automatically selects music for efficient training.
Developed with the modern runner in mind, the Smart B-Trainer comes in a neckband-style housing, and is non-slip to provide you the freedom to run as you like.
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Tags:fitness, headset, Singapore, Sony, sports, wearables
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Tuesday, May 26th, 2015
The new UE MEGABOOM from Logitech is expected to be available in Singapore in July 2015 for S$399.
The UE MEGABOOM from Logitech Ultimate Ears come in an assortment of bright colours.
The new UE MEGABOOM portable wireless speaker from Ultimate Ears promises more power, more sound and more bass.
The UE MEGABOOM works standing upright and lying down.
Similar to UE’s first mobile speaker, UE BOOM, the new UE MEGABOOM blasts 360-degree sound with heart-pounding bass.
The UE MEGABOOM is waterproof – IPX7 certified – with stain-resistant acoustic skin, and a durable grab-and-go design.
The portable speaker weighs less than 900 grams, features a 20-hour rechargeable battery life and 100-foot wireless Bluetooth range.
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Tags:accessories, audio, AV, Bluetooth, Boom, gadgets, Logitech, MEGABOOM, mobile, music, portable, speakers, UE, Ultimate Ears, water proof
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