Parrot BoomBox Bluetooth speaker

At the 3GSM fair in Barcelona Parrot has officially unveiled its latest Bluetooth product, the Parrot BoomBox. It is a compact Hi-Fi speaker that uses Bluetooth to stream hi quality audio from any Bluetooth compatible stereo device.

The Parrot BoomBox consists of one compact (17 x 7 x 8.8 inches for only 12 pounds) and classy unit. The box has two wideband drivers and a subwoofer that produce, combined, a 60W output. The frequency range of the output is 80Hz-20kHz.

On top of the BoomBox there are three buttons that can be used for mute, volume and Bluetooth pairing. The BoomBox supports the 2.0 version of Bluetooth (with EDR) and the A2DP and AVRCP profiles to control it remotely. The BoomBox is also able to automatically detect the music source. These features make the BoomBox a great portable Bluetooth speaker that does not sacrifice audio quality.

Speaking of Bluetooth, the Parrot BoomBox is also able to accept streaming coming from PCs or laptops that do not support the Bluetooth technology. The user will just have to plug the Bluetooth USB Parrot dongle into the PC USB port. The Parrot BoomBox also accepts analog source thanks to the presence of an RCA Aux-In line (for example to connect radios or CD players).

According to Parrot the Parrot BoomBox will be available online in the second quarter of 2007 and its retail price will be set at around $300 USD.

Bluetooth® Multimedia 2.1 Speakers

Works with audio sources equipped with 3.5mm output connection

Power output: 10W subwoofer and 3W speakers

Compliant with Bluetooth® v1.2 devices up to 33' away

Supports A2DP streaming music

Includes audio line 3.5mm jack and AC charger

Bluetooth® Wireless Portable Speaker and Headset

Portable speaker with built-in headset for your vehicle, home, office, etc.

Transfer calls from the headset to speaker without interference

Digital Signal Processing (DSP) enhances the incoming voice and removes impurities from the audio signal

Headset: up to 4 hours talk time and 100 hours standby

Speaker with headset: up to 6 hours talk time and 400 hours standby

Compliant with Bluetooth® v1.2 devices

Includes AC adapter, USB charging cable, 3 ear gels, metal clamp, lanyard and adhesive tab

Bluetooth® Stereo Speaker with Built-In Microphone

Portable Bluetooth® stereo speaker allows for portable music

Works with cell phones, PDAs, MP3 players and portable DVD players

2 built-in magnets for attaching to any metallic surface

Up to 5 hours playing time and 48 hours standby

Compliant with Bluetooth® v1.2 up to 33'

Includes iPod®/MP3 cable and AC charger

20W and 40W Bluetooth Speaker iPod System Offered From Blue Raven

Blue Raven Technology recently introduced the Maestro 2020 and Maestro 2040 Bluetooth speaker systems.

Blue Raven's President Glen Kashgegian says "Our goal with these iPod MP3 Player speaker systems, including our recently announced 1070, is to provide a series of high-quality products at an affordable price to give consumers really viable options. iPod accessories have either had questionable quality or been really overpriced. We are leveling the playing field by bringing products to market that we think bridge the gap."

The Maestro 2020 offers 20 watts of digital audio power, 70Hz~25KHz frequency response and comes included with a 9-key remote for across the room control. The Maestro 2020 weighs in at 16 lbs.

The Maestro 2040 offers 40 watts of digital audio, 50Hz~25KHz frequency response and comes with a 12-key remote control. The Maestro 2040 weighs 22 lbs.

The Maestro 2020 Bluetooth retails for $199.95 and the Maestro 2040 Bluetooth retails for $299.95. They are both currently available in black, white, red and can be purchased online at blueravengear.com.