Saturday, April 26, 2008

iPod Speaker Systems Break Sound Barrier

A host of iPod speakers have emerged in recent weeks, ranging from retro to futuristic.

SpeckTone Retro Docking iPod Speaker System

This fifties retro system costs 119, and is available in the UK from iWorld. It integrates an iPod dock, a wooden cabinet, and illuminated front volume-knob as well as 28 watts of sound. The systems wood cabinet is available in black, white or mint green. www.iworld.co.uk

logitech AudioStation

This is a more compact answer to Apples iPod Hi-Fi. Audiostation cost 199, and carries a Universal Dock connector. Unlike Apples speaker system, Logitechs integrates a digital AM/FM radio tuner. Controls are touch-sensitive and illuminated by LED lights. www.logitech.com

Gear4 HouseParty 24/7

A home stereo speaker system for iPods, its equipped with an AM/FM radio and an alarm clock. This bedside companion (available in black or white) costs 99, and ships with a 16-function infrared remote control. It offers a pair of 6W speakers and a 12W subwoofer, and features an LCD screen that displays iPod tracks of the station thats playing. www.gear4.com

sonic Gear A6

The A6 is a 160 speaker for iPods that deliver a frequency response of 20Hz to 20KHz, and is equipped with a pair of 4in mid-bass drivers for a better spread of frequencies. It can deliver 50 watts of sound, and is encased in a solid-wood cabinet. Also from sonic Gear come the tiny but powerful 1-200 3RIO Micro Speakers. These are compatible with all portable music players, and cost between 14.99 - 19.99. These offer 10 watts of power, and can be powered by USB or AAA batteries. www.ods-distribution.com

AudioStation Express

Logitechs well-featured, portable iPod all-in-one speakers are powered by AA batteries or AC power. A protective case and a wireless remote are included. They integrate an iPod dock, have a line-in jack, and cost 79.99. www.logitech.com

MicroSound

Miglias MicroSound is a set of tiny speakers for iPod nanos and iPod shuffles. It offers 12 hours of play from one AAA battery. It costs 19.99. www.miglia.com

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The Xbox 360 Product Review; The Straight Goods

Xbox 360 sold out this Christmas and truly for good reason, not only did Microsoft go for it in terms of marketing, but they seem to have gone all out with features and quality too. Not only is the Xbox 360 and electronic piece of art with its futuristic and pleasing body, but it truly rocks, as the Gammers say.

It appears we are seeing a barrage of new games available for the new Xbox 360 and the floodgates are opened. There are so many new games out that it is hard to review them all. No more boring games, no more stale junk, the Xbox 360 has set a pace now that Song PSP will never catch. No matter what kinds of video games you are into the Xbox 360 takes full advantage of the latest technology to play them all. The speed, graphics and sound are excellent indeed. Xbox Rocks and Bill Gates is Great.

Video games and consoles of the past generation of games water under the bridge now. It doesn't matter who did what before, because now there is only one gaming console in town and so many new game titles to choose from that we just do not have time to play them all. Microsoft has cornered the market and set a completely new standard now. For those who love to play Xbox is the way. You need this in 2006.

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Setting Up Your D-Link Wireless Network - Simple Steps to Follow

The Dlink wireless network setup is quite easy. All you need is a Dlink wireless router or a Wireless Access point (WAP) and then you need the Dlink wireless adapter, one for each computer, which will connect to the router or the WAP. There are many components to a wireless network and it may include a broadband internet connection through a cable modem or DSL, an internet security option, wireless printers and faxes, wireless music and video players, wireless game consoles and controllers, and so on.

Dlink wireless network setup is easiest when all components are from Dlink because it ensures maximum hardware compatibility. All Dlink products come with a quick installation manual that makes it a snap to follow step-by-step instructions to get the network ready to go. There are also detailed user manuals that cover all the technical aspects of the router and adapter.

Wireless networks are quite convenient and neat because there is no mess of power wires and connecting cables but there are some things you proceed with the Dlink wireless network setup.

First thing to keep in mind is that no outsiders are able to connect to your network because by default the Dlink wireless network setup is open to everyone. You must replace all the default passwords with those of your own choice because the factory defaults are known to hackers. Default settings include the access point and adapters and passwords. There are many similar Dlink networks in the world and it must be expected that there is a high probability of your network being close to some adapter that is not part of your network. Hackers are constantly on the prowl looking for networks running on default settings because they are so easy to crack. All you need to do is create a new password and you are several times safer. Hackers are a constant threat to wireless networks so you must change the password before you open your network to the world.

During the first run of the Dlink wireless network setup you will be assisted by setup wizards. When you are answering the questions that will help you to configure the network you must make sure you change all the default values to customized ones. just make sure that you dont go overboard in choosing something so complicated that you yourself cannot remember it. As long as you go in for a reasonably complicated personalized setup you will be fine. just do not choose common information like your family name, kids' names, date of birth and so on.

If you have more than one computer you wish to include in your wireless network then make sure the WAP or router is located central to all computers.

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