Logitech Squeezebox Duet
March 12, 2008
Logitech has made yet another wireless music system. The Squeezebox Duet tops all previous models. It also has support for nearly every operating system and a bevy of media players. The device allows you to stream music directly from your computer to speakers or receiver. You could also bypass your computer and keep your music online, or stream your music from online services such as Pandora, Slacker, and Rhapsody. The base can hook up with its digital optical, coax, or analog audio connectors, features 802.11b/g wireless, and a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port. The controller looks looks like a compact Logitech Harmony and has a 2.4-inch color LCD TFT display with backlight, rechargeable Li-ion battery, and built-in 802.11b/g wireless. The whole thing costs $399.99 and is available now. CNET has a complete review. See more pictures.
Paramount Parabolic Multi-Monitor Display
February 25, 2008
The Paramount Parabolic Multi-Monitor Display is an array of mounts that fit any size computer monitor. The rig supports 2 – 8 monitors in total. We don’t know the price yet but it should be pretty pricey, specially if you fix it up with a series of Dell E248WFP 24in LCDs. [via]
GXDL52H1 Sony 52” Panel
February 4, 2008
This is not your mothers average Bravia. The GXDL52H1 is a 52-inch LCD display and native 1920 x 1080 resolution. It is specially designed for business use and features: a robust, dust resistant design without ventilation holes (IP30 certification) and a highly innovative heat management based on internal air circulation. This monitor also has a unique anti-failure backlight system with automatic error reporting. My favorite part about this HDTV is that it has invisible speakers, hidden at the back. [Sony/via] More Pictures.
Asus Eee Branded Products
January 30, 2008
We all know that the Asus Eeehas been a huge success and now Asus is ready to take their line of inexpensive computer products to the next level. Introducing E-DT , E-TV, and E-Monitor. The E-DT will be a desktop featuring a Intel Celeron processor and a extremely attractive price of $200-$300. Next up is the E-Monitor, which we be a all-in-one PC similar to the iMac and will feature a 19-21in screen as well as a TV tuner all for a price around $500. And my personal favorite, the E-TV which will be a 42in LCD that will feature a Linux based PC inside the LCD and is expected to only add $200 to the price of a typical 42in LCD. The E-DT, E-Monitor, and E-TV are all expected to be available by September 2008. (Source)
Illuminaire
January 30, 2008
Do you want an ambient light TV but don’t want to buy a new TV? Illuminaire is a complete LED ambient backlight kit which can be used for a lot of things like setting mood, or party lighting. Not only does it make your TV and speakers look really cool, it also dramatically reduce eyestrain when you are watching TV in a dark room. Their Color changing home theater lighting system with remote. Includes two 23” LED light bars for 32” to 60” TV screens, and is priced at $349.95. However they do have basic single color kits for 17” to 32” TV screens that cost only $99. [via] Read the rest of this entry »
Lumenlab Qx
January 23, 2008
The Lumenlab Qx is an amazing HDTV + PC hybrid. Its not just any PC inside this $10,000 42-inch HDTV, its a top of the line cutting edge PC. Featuring; an Intel Quad Core Qx9650–overclocked to 3.3ghz, GeForce 8800 ultra overclocked video card with 768MB DDR3 RAM (by PNY), 4GB of DDR3 Memory, 3 TB of storage space, and much more to list. They are available now so go order one. [via]
Klipsch Palladium P-39F Speakers
January 17, 2008
Klipsch makes some of the best speakers on the plant and their new Palladium P-39F Speakers are no different. Unfortunately coming in at a steep $15,00 these speakers are jam packed with high end materials and advanced technology to produce amazing sound quality. The speakers feature high-flow, low-restriction, die-cast aluminum midrange and woofer frames with integrated heatsinks, and all drive units and networks are hand sorted and factory matched within 0.5dB.
Logitech DiNovo Mini Wireless Keyboard
January 7, 2008
CES is just starting to heat up as Logitech just introduced a new product, the DiNovo Mini Wireless Keyboard. The Keyboard is designed for media center applications as it uses Bluetooth 2.0 for a stable, long range use compared to RF as well as incorporating a long lasting lithium-ion rechargeable battery. The new keyboard also uses a innovative touchpad that doubles as a a normal mousepad but also doubles as a controller for Windows Media Center. Its small form factor allows for it to be placed in a living room in conjunction with a media center pc or even a PS3 and will retail for $149.99
LG 42-inch LGX Super Slim 1.7-inch LCD
January 7, 2008
Well its that time of year and CES is finally here! At CES LG announced their 2008 lineup, including the incredible 42-inch LGX Super Slim 1.7-inch LCD. The new LCD sports and ultra-thin 1.7-inch form factor as well the LED backlighting, 15,00:1 contrast ration, 120Hz, four HDMI 1.3 ports, a USB port, and LG’s SimpLink control protocol that enables compatible equipment to work together. Unfortunately pricing and availability are currently unknown
New Concrete Speakers
November 7, 2007
Here at Iwishihadthis.com we have covered a variety of different high end speakers but supposedly these new concrete speakers are a league above the rest in terms of sound quality. These new bookshelf speakers form the Taiwanese based company 25togo are made from concrete to give you a clean yet incredibly powerful sound from a very small form factor. Unfortunately price and availability are currently unknown. [Via]
