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Tascam iM2 turns Apple iPhone or iPad into high-quality stereo recorder
By Clare Newsome published
Tascam iM2 microphone and PCM Recorder app transforms Apple devices into high-quality portable recorders
New US law bans loud TV adverts - UK to follow?
By Clare Newsome published
A new FCC ruling - in effect from December 2012 - requires broadcasters to ensure that the sound level on TV adverts is the same as on programming
Griffin and Jack White create Third Man iPhone Case from vinyl records
By Clare Newsome published
Griffin partners with Jack White's Third Man Records to create Third Man 45 iPhone 4S Case - made from 7in vinyl singles
UK shoppers demand technology bargains, service and security
By Clare Newsome published
A new KPMG survey of technology buyers finds UK shoppers to be more motivated by price, privacy and post-sales service than other global consumers
Samsung adds Fetch TV on-demand service to its Smart Hub
By Clare Newsome published
The latest app to be available via Samsung's Smart Hub will offer movies and more on demand, direct to Samsung TVs
Sony Bravia firmware update adds YouTube HD and more
By Clare Newsome published
Update to 2011 TVs allows you to watch YouTube videos in HD, plus enjoy Facebook pics/videos in full-screen mode, and keep a constant eye on your Twitter feed
Sky launches 3D Test Card to help optimise viewing
By Clare Newsome published
Viewers can tweak their 3D TVs with a new Test Card, available on Sky 3D channel plus Anytime and online
3D films fail to live up to expectations, new study shows
By Clare Newsome published
Study of social media shows people's positive anticipation of 3D movies can quickly turn to post-viewing negative reaction, with a range of key complaints
Amazon regulates Sennheiser and Monster headphone sales
By Clare Newsome published
Only third-party sellers that meet certain standard will be able to trade Sennheiser and Monster designs - apparantly the latest move in a bid to cut sales of fake headphones
SoundScience unveils Qb wireless portable speakers
By Clare Newsome published
Qb-M single Bluetooth speaker and Qb-Dual stereo design offer portable wireless audio. SoundScience also to launch sound-boosting USB hub plus wireless headphones in 2012
UPDATE: JBL OnBeat Xtreme offers wireless audio, iPad docking and speakerphone
By Clare Newsome published
Three new JBL audio systems - including new flagship OnBeat Xtreme - offer Apple AirPlay, iPad docking and more
Manchester Show 2011: Rega previews Apollo-R player
By Clare Newsome published
Rega Apollo-R CD player due in late November, in new compact casing to match Award-winning Brio-R amplifier
Manchester Show 2011: Mistral valve amplifiers shine
By Clare Newsome published
Mistral launches MT-34 valve amplifier and DT-307A/DT-307S valve system - all from just £454
Tivoli launches portable PAL+ DAB radio in five colours
By Clare Newsome published
Tivoli's Award-winning PAL radio is back in a new DAB design, with a rechargeable battery as standard and in a choice of five colours
UPDATE: KEF announces UK prices for new R series speakers
By Clare Newsome published
New KEF R speakers to sit between Q and Reference ranges, taking technology cues from flagship Blade model. Prices from £600 to £2750
November 2011 issue on sale now!
By Clare Newsome published
Packed with exclusive reviews - including the new Marantz CD6004 and PM6004 CD/amplifier pairing; the Sonos Play:3 Sony's latest 3D projector; group tests on budget floorstanding speakers, plus DACs and receivers; and a Supertest on 55-65in TVs. Buy it today!
Altec Lansing launches InMotion iMT630 portable dock
By Clare Newsome published
Altec Lansing's new InMotion iMT630 comes in Classic black or Sport red/teal editions, each offering up to seven hours of use from rechargeable batteries. Exclusive Apple Apps add extra functionality, too
CEDIA EXPO 2011: Sunfire SubRosa world-first flat sub
By Clare Newsome published
Sunfire's SubRosa claims to be the world's first flat-panel subwoofer, offering 2700W of bass from a 9.5cm-deep box
CEDIA EXPO 2011: SIM2 launches Nero 3D projector range
By Clare Newsome published
Italian projector specialist, SIM2 has launched a host of new designs, including the Nero 3D range and a new LED-based model with an ultra-longlife lamp
Genelec launches 6000A Tube portable active speaker
By Clare Newsome published
Genelec aims to redefine portable sound at home and on your travels with its new €450 limited-edition 6000A Tube speaker
CEDIA EXPO 2011: SoundCast OutCast 3.4 streams outside
By Clare Newsome published
SoundCast OutCast 3.4 allows you to stream up to three different music sources in four locations - indoors or outdoors - up to 300ft away
CEDIA EXPO 2011: MK Sound debuts 950F floorstander
By Clare Newsome published
MK Sound has unveiled its first floorstanding speaker, the 950F - a 1.2m tall design that fits into MK's range of THX Certified home cinema speakers
CEDIA EXPO 2011: New MartinLogan Montis electrostatics
By Clare Newsome published
MartinLogan Montis is latest in reserve series of hybrid electrostatic speakers; available this month from $9995
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