In the market for a new Media Center, but aren’t sure yet about Blu Ray or HD DVD. We’ll instead of waiting for the LG dual player you can alway purchase the Max/Lux system from Vidabox. The VidaBox™ MAX™ is the ultimate home theater media center computer featuring a stunning, full color, 7” LCD touch screen providing easy and complete control of the media center interface without having to turn on the TV or grabbing a remote. These start at around $4399.

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The Vase is a uniquely designed computer speaker and is the first computer speaker that combines the USB power solution with an Acoustic Lens to diversify the direction of the sound to give a surround sound experience to the user.
Within the sleek stylish design of the Vase, specialised sound engineers have calculated and designed the sound chambers to create the best possible sound for a computer speaker of its stature.
A luminating glow gives the speaker a truly amazing appearance and the swivel button technology is really unique.

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by Scott Starchuk

Using bone conduction technology eliminates the problem of trying to listen to another person on the phone while in a noisy environment. This is what contributes to the Soundhead, a bluetooth headset, being so attractive. Bone conduction technology (or BCT) conducts sound to the inner ear via the bones located on the rear of the skull. Although the ears are exposed to sounds from the environment, using this headset is much safer and more comfortable than the stress of having electromagnetic waves emitted into the cerebum by conventional telephone recievers and headsets. The styling of the headset is sleek and modern, similar to a basic audio headphone design. The simple yet smart design will contribute to the Soundhead`s smooth transition intohomes and offices.

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360? surround sound system with cordless signal transmission for inside and outside
The transmitter can be connected to any hi-fi with a line cable and transmits music signals cordlessly to loudspeakers with two 2-way loudspeakers and 20 W audio power
The plastic housing means it is protected from splashing water and can be used outdoors
You can connect CD portables or MP3 players directly to the loudspeakers with a line input
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So, what is Yelpie? It is a patented, high density plastic device that is battery powered, lightweight and portable. To operate you simply open up Yelpie, stash your gear, and arm it with a four digit Personal Identification Number (PIN). Any attempt to move the device will result in a 90 decibel alarm sounding which will attract a lot of attention. Yelpie?s clever design means that an accidental bump will not set it off. It needs repeated movements over a second to go into alarm. Once in alarm, it can be silenced (and unlocked) by entering your PIN. If the movement stops, for example, after the thieves have dropped Yelpie, the alarm will shut down within 30 seconds. Once the alarm has ceased, Yelpie is once more watching out for your valuables.

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SoniCoumn is an interactive sound installation that can be played by a person?s touch. The installation takes the form of a column-like cylinder, of a height that does not quite reach the ceiling but just high enough for one?s reach. Grids of LEDs installed inside the column light themselves on by the users? touch and emit unique sounds. When a user cranks the handle, the column slowly rotates itself and plays the light patterns of the user?s touch.

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With outstanding design features and top-of-the-line technical functionality, Kapsel is intended for the trendy, design-minded and quality conscious consumers in the rapidly growing market for home media centers.

As a Media Center PC with a small form factor, measuring only 27 x 23 x 10 cm, Kapsel is designed to be positioned either horizontally, vertically or on the wall. Adding to its attractive design, Kapsel features a shell made out of quality ceramics. Instead of imitating the looks of traditional consumer electronics like DVD players, CD players and VHS recorders; Kapsel combines all these functions in a different shape.

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SolidDrive speakers transform walls, ceilings, floors, tables and even windows into sound sources. Using a material called Tefernol-D, audio signals are converted into vibrations that can be transferred into a solid material. Sound is delivered from the entire surface, immersing the listener in sound. SolidDrive works with glass, drywall, granite, wood, laminates and composites.

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