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Altec Lansing has recently announced its first Bluetooth headsets for mobile phones. The company has introduced two new stereo Bluetooth headphones named Backbeat 906 and Backbeat 903. The Backbeat 906 offers a Bluetooth 2.0 adapter along with the headset and the Backbeats 903 offers the headphones only. Both the products are aimed at mobile users who want to stay active and hassle free on the move. Both the Backbeat products are ergonomically enhanced and have a behind-the-neck wearing style. This makes it easy to use them without getting obstructed.

Both the headphones are optimised for delivering high quality audio. Altec Lansing has used its new BassBoost technology to produce impressively low frequencies. You will experience ultimate depth and resonance in the bass. Apart from this the mids and highs are also equally good and have been beautifully matched with the bass. In sample testing there was no sound distortion even at high volume. Both the Backbeat BT headsets have got comfortable ear cups that not only help in fitting the headsets properly but also prevent sound leakage and avoid any type of irritation or pain in the ears. Altec Lansing is clearly no novice when it comes to audio, but these Bluetooth headsets definintely have an advantage over other non-wireless headsets, like the Altec Lansing AHS 615. Furthermore, the main attraction of the Backbeat headsets is the OpenMic function that allows the user to instantly hear the surroundings at the touch of a button.

The adapter supplied with the Backbeat 906 adds to the versatility of the device. It can be used to transmit wireless stereo sound from iPhone, iPods or any other MP3 players via 3.5mm audio jack. Both the headsets integrate Bluetooth 2.1 with EDR and support various profiles including hands-free, headset, AVRC and A2DP.

Pure-Fi Mobile is the latest high-end and portable Bluetooth enabled speaker system for mobiles to come from Logitech. This lightweight speaker system weighs around 250grams and measures a mere 275 x 70 x 30mm. Due to this reason, it is considered to be one of the slickest portable speakers to date. This versatile speaker system can be used with any audio source. Moreover, Pure-Fi is the first Bluetooth model speaker system to come from Logitech.

There is a 3.5 mm audio jack at the back of the speaker which enables this speaker system to be hand wired to any audio source or it is also capable of streaming audio at the through the A2DP Bluetooth. The Logitech Pure-Fi Mobile Speaker also features a USB port through which it can also be connected to the computer and further this unit acts as a complete speaker system for the PC and as a result draws both its audio as well as power from the USB. Although this Bluetooth enabled mobile speaker system does not include any kind of remote but it comes equipped with a handy padded case for travelling.

This audio speaker system is a true performer especially considering the sleek and small size. It delivers an amazing sound quality and has an in-built rechargeable battery which supports a life of approximately twelve hours. It is highly intuitive and supports an amazing user interface. All in all, Pure-Fi is a highly portable sleek and affordable with an array of features.

Philips has finally come up with a sweet MP3 player, which is in fact, a multi-purpose gadget. It’s called the Luxe MP3 player and has some stunning looks and contours. The body texture is like a jewel, in fact, the set looks like a piece of Kryptonite with mind blowing graphics.

Basically, it has been targeted towards female audiophiles and executives. It can be used as a broach as well. The Luxe’s main selling point is that, unlike other bland MP3 players like the Philips SA 3245, it offers constructive functionalities that can be used not only for entertainment, but also for the communication purposes. This is because with its built-in Bluetooth support, the Luxe can be wirelessly paired with a mobile phone. It then automatically pause the currently running track whenever you receive an incoming call and display the caller ID on its bright LCD display. The Luxe features 2 GB of flash based memory, a dual microphone, built-in FM tuner, LCD display and Bluetooth 2.1.

The sound quality is incredible as well. Philips has used its proprietary FullSound technology for delivering outstanding sound quality. The Luxe battery is powerful enough to provide lots of juice to run the player. In a single full charge it can offer 10 hours of playback and 100 hours of standby. It is available in two sparkling colours, Red and Silver.

No need to leave your mobile phones, iPods, MP3 players or any other portable gadgets at home while going out for jogging, sky diving or for any other type of physical workout. The i-Nique GeeBee 4 in 1 MP3 player Sports Armband is one of the coolest MP3 player accessories ever.

It can accommodate your ultra portable devices so safely that you can access them even during sky diving. The i-nique GeeBee 4 in 1 MP3 Player Sports Armband is fit for all types of MP3 players, DAPs, audio players and mobile phones measuring up to 105 x 65 x 22 cm.

The i-Nique GeeBee key features:

• Soft material for maximum comfort. You can wear it for long hours without any sort of irritation.
• Hard stitched to ensure complete safety. It won’t get loose even after years of usage.
• Contains two earphone ports (left and right) to house any MP3 player.
• The front is made from clear and durable plastic which let you see your MP3 display.
• Headphone cord wrapping is also offered to avoid mess and increase the manageability.
• Toughened to perform in different environmental conditions.
• Fits on any arm.
• Sporty look and groovy design.
• Night reflective material allows you to carry it in less illuminated areas too.
• Light weight.
• Available in two colours, i.e. Black and Pink.
• Life time warranty.

A speech by Steve Jobs at a conference in California on Monday is being looked towards with enthusiasm. Insiders are assuming that he will introduce the next generation of the iPhone.

Apple has not confirmed this to be true, but experts are nearly certain the Apple president Steve Jobs will introduce the second generation iPhone on Monday in San Francisco. The smartphone’s new edition should then also support UMTS. Most experts also talk of the phone including the new Apple mobile phone satellite navigation system (GPS). Jobs is speaking on Monday evening at the opening of the Apple development conference WWDC.

The iPhone unleashed a powerful media storm when it was released at the end of June 2007 in the US. The US magazine “Time” voted the device as the invention of the year for 2007. Up to 14 million mobile phones have been sold in the year since its release.

Analyst Tim Bajarin from Creative Strategies believes that 80% of the new iPhone’s innovations concern software improvements and not hardware changes. “It’s Apple’s goal to help developers understand the company’s software strategy and encourage them to write programmes for the Mac and iPhone”, says Bajarin.

Competitors such as HTC, Samsung and LG have brought their own smartphones onto the market in the foreground of Apple’s release, which already support the turbo variant of UMTS (HSDPA).

High-tech gadgets are usually intended and marketed for young people. In a bid to change this trend, however, the designer Adam Hoffman has recently introduced a new concept for the pockets of the 50+ computer geek crowd: the Cobalt appears to be a perfectly normal pocket watch from the outside. Although people will find themselves searching in vain for dials, gears and other old fashioned watch parts on the devices inside. Instead the watch contains a whole lot of high-tech features: the OLED display replaces the clock dial, and displays the time, date temperature, incoming emails, news and text messages. If this is too much information at once for anyone, then they can simply opt for the screen to only display the time – buyers can configure every part of the menu themselves.

There is also enough room for a mobile phone and MP3 player inside the watch. It should also even be controllable using a Bluetooth headset and voice recognition software. Although in emergencies, in case one has a sore throat for example, the device is also controllable via the hidden keyboard on the reverse side of the display cover. This way there is always an option available for older technology fans, or even for younger fans who wish to look wiser and more distinguished, instead of carrying around the standard childish looking gadgets. All they need now is their Cobalt, a monocle, top hat, and a walking stick to help complete the look.

The Bluetooth speaker system from Acoustic Energy plays songs directly from the mobile phone. The complete system in black consists of a Bluetooth receiver and two speakers. The speakers can be disconnected from the receiver and put into a position to guarantee for better acoustics. The box system has an output of 20 watts RMS.

Next to the Bluetooth A2DP connection, it also possesses a 3.5 mm input. The frequency range lies between 70 Hertz and 18 Kilohertz. The speaker system measures 387 x 155 x 130 millimetres and weighs in at 2.25 kilograms. The Acoustic Energy Bluetooth speaker system is available immediately for around £160.

These wireless speakers from Logitech should turn an A2DP Bluetooth mobile phone into a compact stereo system.

Logitech is introducing the Pure-Fi Mobile speaker system for mobile phones. The sound system supports the Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) Bluetooth technology and can thereby be cordlessly connected to compatible mobile phones. It supports a reception range of up to 10 metres. The speakers’ high performance technology easily fills the living room, car or office with a clear bass and pure highs.

The Pure-Fi Mobile can additionally be used as a hands free kit for the mobile phone. The system is equipped with two integrated microphones – one for transferring voice, the other for recognising undesired background noises and filtering them out. You don’t even need to hold the mobile in your hand to phone – calls can be received and ended using the keys on the top side of the speakers. The Pure-Fi Mobile speaker system from Logitech will probably be available starting June for around £120.