Sony Revs Up “Xplod” Line With New Car Stereos
Sony is expanding its mobile audio lineup with eight new Xplod® in-dash CD receivers. Designed to support the growing demand for iPod® and Bluetooth® compatibility, these head units provide a broad range of in-car connectivity.
“We’re offering elegantly designed products with innovative solutions for enjoying music on the road,” said Mike Kahn, director of marketing in the Audio Product Division at Sony. “Whatever your audio needs may be, we’ve got them covered.”
Four new models are being added to Sony’s GT line of car stereos, with the high-end CDX-GT930UI being the most advanced of the group…
Eclipse New Flagship AVN726E Revitalizes The AVN Line
Eclipse announced today the AVN726E, its latest addition to the popular ECLIPSE brand of AVN products. ECLIPSE introduced the AVN concept of a head unit based of three core points of a perfect fit, comfort + awareness and integrated technology, in order to promote driving safety and comfort. Since 2004, ECLIPSE has put the AVN on the market, and got high evaluations continuously. The AVN726E was named Best of Innovations 2009 in its category by the Consumer Electronics Association as well as being chosen as an Innovations 2009 Design and Engineering Award Honoree…
Eclipse Launches The "Avn+Portability" Concept With The AVN4430, A CES 2009 Innovations Honoree
Eclipse, a leading brand in automotive electronics, unveiled the ECLIPSE AVN4430 in-vehicle navigation system. This new product is the latest realization of the company’s AVN concept which revolves around the three core points of a perfect fit, comfort + awareness and integrated technology, in order to promote driving safety and comfort. Since 2004, ECLIPSE has put the AVN concept and products on the market, continuously got high evaluations. The AVN4430 also fills a unique position in the AVN product category as its navigation section is detachable for use elsewhere…
Alpine Electronics Releases Newly Reduced Cost For PND-K3 Portable Navigation Plus Bluetooth System
Alpine today announced that its PND-K3 portable navigation plus Bluetooth® system is now available for $349.95 at participating retailers in the U.S.
The PND-K3 is the company’s third-generation portable navigation device. Totally redesigned with a new, slim form factor and updated user interface, the all-in-one PND-K3 combines superior vehicle positioning with Bluetooth hands-free technology.
The PND-K3 has OnPoint™ Advanced GPS Positioning for optimal vehicle tracking…
New Alpine HD Radio Tuner Now Shipping
When it comes to entertainment in the car, radio remains the primary source for music, news, sports and other updates. For consumers who want improved sound quality and more content choices without subscription fees, upgrading to HD Radio™ Technology is a simple solution. Alpine is now shipping the new TUA-T550HD tuner, so that consumers can have all-digital HD Radio broadcast content in the car.
The unit is a small hide-away box that can be connected to any of Alpine’s 2007-2008 model Ai-NET head units to add HD Radio reception as a source…
Sony Products 'Xplod(r)' Onto Scene At Sema Show
Sony is expanding its mobile audio lineup with two amplifiers, two lines of subwoofers and a new line of speakers here at the Specialty Equipment Market Association’s (SEMA) annual trade show.
Providing explosive power and sound, Sony’s new XM-ZZR3301 and XM-ZR704 amps complement any car audio system.
The sleekly designed XM-ZZR3301 Mono Class-D amplifier drives power at low frequencies, making it ideal for subwoofer connections. Rated power is 330 x 1 at 4-Ohms and 600W x 1 at 2-Ohms, while the maximum power output is 1,100 watts.
The versatile XM-ZR704 amp is a multi-channel amplifier with the ability to run four, three or two channel operation…
Sony Races Into Sema Show With Style
Sony’s mobile electronics display at the Specialty Equipment Market Association’s (SEMA) annual trade show will feature a head-turning lineup of custom built autos and new audio products…
Alpine Presents All-In-One Audio, Video And Navigation Solution
Alpine today introduced a new product that provides a multitude of entertainment options and navigation in one sleek in-dash system. The IVA-W203/P1 audio/video/navigation (AVN) system offers drivers touch-screen control over various digital media sources, Bluetooth® hands-free connectivity and navigation…
XM And Pioneer Introduce The Wearable XMP3 Satellite Radio: Record What You Love, Listen When You Want
SIRIUS XM Radio and Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. unveiled the new XMp3 wearable satellite radio and MP3 player today. The XMp3 is the lightest and most compact wearable live satellite radio and the first with simultaneous multi-channel recording capability. It also features a Programming Guide providing subscribers more ways than ever to discover and record their favorite content as well as the “Best of SIRIUS.” The XMp3 has a micro-SD card slot for additional MP3 storage and includes the XM2go Music Manager software for organizing content.
The XMp3 features the ability to record up to 10 hours of individual songs from its live music channels…
Sony Makes Waves At Ibex With New Marine Head Units
Sony today announced its first marine CD receivers that are able to connect directly to compatible iPod®, iPhone™ or other digital music players via a USB connection.
The marine head units (models CDX-H910UI and CDX-M60UI) support new features including MemoryBackup and ZAPPIN™ technology. These features make it easier for boaters to control and find their favorite music on the water.
The company unveiled the marine head units and a Remote Commander® remote control (model RM-X60M) today at the International Boatbuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX)…
