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The Apple iPod touch 8GB (3rd Generation) is an amazing new MP3 player with volume controls and a built-in speaker. It puts multimedia at your fingertips with its compact and touch-control design. To provide an unprecedented speed and power, the MP3 player features the latest version of the iPod touch 3.1 application. You can also browse through the web and check your email in the Apple iPod touch 8GB (3rd Generation) due to the Wi-Fi connectivity feature of the player.

The Apple iPod touch 8GB (3rd Generation) is not just a music player, but also a portable games console as it comes packed with a number of games. You can even turn the screen into an intelligent keyboard with a time-saving predictive text function. With the new Genius Mixes function provided in the Apple iPod touch 8GB (3rd Generation), you can create up to 12 mixes by mixing the songs that will sound good together. If you are unable to decide what to listen, you can just switch to the random playback mode of the iPod and sit back and enjoy the music.

The Multi-Touch interface of the Apple iPod touch 8GB (3rd Generation) offers a fast and effective navigation through all the internal menus. By using the Cover Flow or go to iTunes options you can access and download new content such as TV shows and audio books. The battery life provided by the MP3 player in case of audio is 36 hours, while for videos it is 6 hours. It has a capacity of 8GB and the overall weight is about 115 g.

You can now enjoy your favourite tracks even while swimming or in places like a bathroom, thanks to the number of waterproof iPod and MP3 cases. These cases provide adequate protection to your music players and also allow you to operate the controls manually without removing the case. These cases provide 100% protection from water and are airtight as well, and some also come with detachable armband for holding the player comfortably and safely on your wrist. So next time you go into the water, you need not part from your music player. All you need to do is to enclose it in one of the waterproof iPod and MP3 cases and carry it along while swimming or scuba diving without bothering about the safety of the player.

With the increasing use of music players, the market for accessories like a case has also increased tremendously. The discussion ahead will provide you an overview of one type of waterproof iPod and MP3 case, the Aquapec MP3 player case. With the sturdy waterproof case like this one, MP3 players can be taken underwater and learn to swim. The Aquapec case provides full water resistance to the player and is thin enough to allow operation of the controls through the case. The case can withstand underwater pressure up to the depth of 5m and has a built-in 3.5mm headphone jack. It can fit iPods 3rd Generation, Mini, Shuffle, and the iPod Nano, plus other MP3 players that are about 4-inch long, 3-inch wide and 5-inch thick. It comes with a carabiner, detachable neckcords and armbands and desiccant sachets.

The new Sony CMT-LX40I is a Hi-Fi system that is built to produce high quality sound and utmost musical experience. The Sony CMT-LX40I has a combination of iPod dock, CD player and Dab radio, so you can play whatever you want, and whenever you want. Electronics giant Sony is well known for its high quality and innovative products, and with the launch of Sony CMT-LX40I Sony has made another remarkable product for the electronic market.

Due to its sleek, modern and compact design, the Sony CMT-LX40I can fit into any part of your home very easily. The iPod dock of the Sony CMT-LX40I is designed in such a way that it can play all your favourite songs from iPods, Touch and Apple iPhone, as well as charge the device plugged into it. The Sony CMT-LX40I system also has built-in CD player and FM radio. The CD player of the Sony CMT-LX40I not only plays CD-R and CD-RW but it also plays MP3s. There is also the inclusion of DAB and FM radio in the Sony CMT-LX40I (CMTLX40I). The incredible Sony CMT-LX40I system has the storage ability of 20 DAB radio stations, 20 FM and 10 AM stations. So you can listen to your favourite radio channels with better and supreme quality sound. The Sony CMT-LX40I system has a sound output of 10W which adds a brand new dimension to your music listening experience.

The Sony CMT-LX40I system also has a line-in on the front that helps you play your MP3 player, mobile phones or even the old walkman perfectly. This system also has a remote control which makes it possible to operate it from anywhere in your room. The Sony CMT-LX40I system is an excellent device that will enrich the sound quality of the music being played.

Intempo has just launched its new InConcert iPod speaker dock to bolster the performance of Apple iPods. Although loads of iPod docks are available in the market now a days the InConcert’s unique capabilities earns few extra points. Unlike other iPod Docks the InConcert delivers bass rich, room filling sound. This dock adds a punch to the music and enhances the functionality of all the Apple iPods. You can use it with Nano, Classic, Shuffle and Touch. However, it is not compatible with the iPod Shuffle.

It leaves no party unrocked. The InConcert is an all-in-one digital music system and delivers audiophile quality sound anywhere you want. With Intempo InConcert iPod dock you don’t need any external speakers or subwoofers. This portable music solution is sufficient for achieving great sound reproductions and is suitable to use in small to medium scale parties. The iPod speaker dock has got 35 watts speakers and a dedicated sub-woofer for extended bass and accuracy. Its custom EQ function can be used to adjust the sound settings. With the base dock you will also get a fully functional remote control.

According to Intempo product manager, “InConcert’s single speaker-grill conceals 35watt stereo speakers which deliver a punch when it comes to audio performance. The twin midrange speakers and integrated subwoofer mean it’s equally suited to all styles of music. The crisp, clear midrange picks out ambient atmospherics from the likes of Lemon Jelly and Aphex Twin as easily as it can punch out bass and breaks from Dizzee Rascal, while keeping the lyrics sharp.”

iLuv’s i1166 is the absolute solution for portable entertainment. Coming from one of the best makers of iPod docking stations and other iPod accessories, this device grabs our attention as soon as we enter an online or physical electronics shop.

The name may be suggestive of a state-of-art portable media player like the iPod touch and iRiver Spinn, but the iLuv’s i1166 is nothing as grand as that. This is just a DVD player that is multi purpose and conveniently portable.

Vice president of sales from iLuv, Robert Caputo says the selling point of this device is its ease of transportation and portability. He goes on to say that consumers can use this device which is one of the best portable entertainment systems everywhere including the pool side, play room, on a trip, the dorm room or even the office for giving presentations. Options galore can be made use of including the digital photo frame and the exciting multimedia capabilities, he said and the device undoubtedly proves his claims.

The device itself features an LCD display measuring 9 inches. This enables users to enjoy watching movies. Built in CD-R/RW discs, DVD R/RW, USB drives and memory cards allow users to view stored digital photos effortlessly. MPEG4, DivX, Kodak, JPEG, MP3 CD, MP3, VCD, DVD R/RW, DVD and CD are the various file and disc formats that are supported by the iLuv i1166.

Various connectivity options include features like USB/SD/MMC slots that are built in, slotMusic, TV connectivity video output and iPod connector. A remote control which comes with this device can be used to control iPod’s functions. The Apple iPod music player can also be charged with the help of this device.

Price is not yet known, but considering the features offered, there is no way this device will come cheap.

Logic3 has rolled the most advanced iPod dock to date. It’s called the i-Station25 and unlike the other usual iPod docks it features some really unprecedented functions. Now you can make use of all the functions of your iPod. One major issue with other iPod docks is that they allow connecting the iPod in vertical position only. So the users were restricted to the portrait orientation and they were deprived of landscape view despite the fact that their Apple iPod has the ability to automatically switch between these two orientations.

The i-Station25 resolves this issue and incorporates an accelerometer (just like iPod). It gives the users full freedom to operate their iPod both horizontally and vertically without loosing the stereo sound positioning. Besides this, the i-Station25 offers all the standard functions that are expected from an iPod dock. Its power output decent (2 x 4W per channel) and there are plenty of connectivity options.

You will find a stereo line-in cable that makes this dock compatible with devices like iPod shuffle, MP3 and CD players. It can also be connected to the TV to watch the video directly from the iPod via composite video output. The dock can be carried along easily due to its portable form factor. The Logic 3 i-Station 25 measures just 154mm x 170mm x 125mm and can be powered via supplied AC adapter. Alternatively, you can also operate it on the go using 4xAA batteries. For added convenience a low battery indicator is also included that turns up whenever the dock is about to run out of power supply.

Are you addicted to music? Are you among those people who carry a portable music player for enjoying quality music anytime, anywhere you want? Most importantly, like all other people do you have a habit of listening to music at high volume continuously for long hours? If yes, then it’s time to have a look at the iHearSafe headphones that not only perform well but also take care of the listener’s ear’s health.

As per the research, the sound louder than 85 decibels is harmful for the ears. Normally, the music players operate around 100 decibels at their full volume. Therefore, more and more portable music player owners are suffering from deafness now a days. Listening to music at high volume also gives birth to other serious illness like hypertension, stress and insomnia, and the chances of such mental imbalances are more among old age and children. Thus it is necessary to keep a check on the music volume. Apple has already recognised the importance of volume control and has implemented Automatic Volume Adjuster in its iPods. Now you cannot operate the iPods at a volume beyond 70 decibels.

But what if you use any other music player, like the Sandisk Sansa Clip, instead of iPod? In that case the iHearSafe headphones, earbuds and earcups can assure maximum safety for your listening senses. The iHearSafe headphones are formatted to cease the volume level at 80 decibels. You can use them with any music player. Even children can use the iHearSafe headphones for appropriate music listening.

Solo Mini is the latest hi-fi iPod capable music system from the award winning company Arcam. This hi-fi system is capable of doing everything. For instance, it is capable of playing CDs using a sleek, thin slot loading CD player, has an AM and FM radio tuner, an integrated 25W per channel amplifier, an alarm clock and a DAB radio receiver. All you need to do is just connect your speakers and the radio aerials to the system and its all set to rock.

There is an in-built 3.5mm line-in input on the front panel which allows you to connect any MP3 player to this system. The rear side of the hi-fi music system and iPod dock has a complete bundle of connections all in built, mainly consisting of a pair of binding posts especially for speaker connections, four pair of stereo phonon puts and pre outs especially for power amplifier connections. It features a USB port which enables the audio files from the USB portable devices can also be played.

This Mini hi-fi audio system is highly intuitive and has an amazing user interface. The control buttons are just provided above the front panel, which are quite easy to operate though there are some extra buttons that are provided in the remote that make the life easier. Arcam Solo Mini is capable of delivering amazing sound quality. This one small unit is capable of delivering you everything that you could actually dream of. Solo Mini offers you a package deal where this one system has nearly endless applications right from ultra up-market alarm clock to the heart o the dedicated stereo system.

The Oto Shigure will give you the perception of a normal Japanese umbrella which is carved in oil paper and bamboo sticks. But as you know looks are deceptive. This umbrella leads a double life as a personal speaker system with built-in amplifiers and four vibrating motors. It will not only protect you from rain but will also provide you with a complete personal speaker system.

This system allows you to connect your musical gadget to your umbrella and experience an outstanding three dimensional sound space. Imagine how great it would be if you could take an ordinary umbrella, like the Wilson Umbrella, and transform it into a mobile audio system. A new development by by Mai Tanka and Yusuke Kamiyama in collaboration with Tao Engineering and Keio University has made this dream a reality. This umbrella speaker when connected to portable audio device produces or emits out outstanding sound quality as its built-in tiny amplifier and the four motors convert this canopy into a large speaker cone.

This umbrella produces localised three dimensional sound space which is only audible to the people who are standing underneath it and therefore can be used in public place without disturbing the peace of other people. This high tech umbrella is capable of delivering sound quality that would have been never experienced by the music lovers.

All in all, this high end umbrella speaker is capable of functioning as a personal audio system, thereby giving all its music lovers a reason to dance in rain.

Auto Pilot is an FM transmitter for the iPod from Griffin, which not only lets you charge your iPod but also control it at the same time while driving the car. The AutoPilot allows you to transmit your favourite music from the iPod to any FM frequency on your car’s stereo; thereby allowing you to enjoy your favourite music through your car’s speakers. You can view all the information about the track via RDS technology on your stereo’s RDS enabled display.

This Auto pilot FM transmitter from Griffin features an in-built SmartScan technology. This technology first carries out a complete scan of the dial of the radio for best three frequencies and then it further gets on to save these frequencies automatically on to the programmable presets of the car’s stereo so as to recall these saved frequencies just at the touch of a button. The main advantage of the SmartScan technology is that it is able to deliver clear and crisp sound quality thereby allowing you to enjoy the music at your fullest.

The Auto Pilot also provides an easy access to the controls of the iPod through a knob, letting you to stash your iPod out of sight while still controlling the playback and also concentrating on the road. The transmitter’s sleek power adaptor and iPod controller plug into the power socket or the cigarette lighter in the console or dashboard of your car. Through the transmitter’s backlit knob you can control the play, pause, forward and backward of music on your car speakers. Auto Pilot FM Transmitter is equipped with an output jack which is capable of sending sound with best possible effects from iPod to the car’s stereo which further has an auxiliary-in jacks.