Pioneer today introduced nine new CD receivers and one digital media receiver for 2015 that are designed for smartphone-centric consumers. The FH-X720BT, FH-X520UI, DEH-X6700BS, DEH-X6700BT, DEH-X5700HD, DEH-X4700BT, DEH-X3700S, DEH-X3700UI, and DEH-X2700UI CD receivers and the MVH-X370BT CD-free digital media receiver offer new cosmetics and expanded smartphone integration to match today’s consumer lifestyle. The new lineup is integrated with an assortment of convenient features and technologies including Bluetooth Dual Device Connection, Bluetooth pairing via USB, Wideband Speech Hands free Profile 1.6, Bluetooth Music Library Browsing (AVRCP 1.5)…

Blaupunkt has introduced the Brisbane SD48, a new car radio that replaces the traditional CD drive mechanism with a full array of up-to-date digital music technologies. For personal music playback, the radio accommodates a wide range of contemporary digital audio storage media, including SD/MMC cards, portable MP3 players and cellphones, thumb-drives, and external hard drives. It also features a Blaupunkt's exclusive Variocolour display with 4,096 colors that can be adjusted to match the lighting of nearly any car interior.

"For many of today's digital-savvy consumers, compact discs are considered obsolete," comments Blaupunkt USA General Manager, Andy Oswick…

Kenwood USA Corporation kicks off 2009 with its most comprehensive lineup of in-dash DVD receivers in the Company’s history.

The new flagship model is the Kenwood eXcelon DDX814 ($1,250 suggested retail price). Offering a 6.95” WVGA touchscreen monitor and built-in advanced Bluetooth technology from Parrot, the DDX814 has compatibility with the widest range of cell phones, including iPhone and Blackberry. High performance audio is made possible through an on-board DSP processor, providing true 5.1 surround-sound and digital time alignment…

Blaupunkt, the car electronics division of Robert Bosch Corporation, has introduced a digital-savvy car radio designed to give users uninterrupted access to vast libraries of digital audio files on MP3-CD's and USB flash drives and large-format portable hard-drives. Unlike most car stereos, where MP3 playback is interrupted when searching digital play lists, the Blaupunkt New Orleans MP58 offers no-interrupt browsing capability of file menus and ID3 tag information without interfering with playback of the current track.

The New Orleans MP58 has a fixed 1-meter USB cable for connection and flexible placement of these external digital storage devices…

Kenwood USA Corporation has introduced the new generation of Kenwood DVD receivers that incorporate GPS navigation software from industry-leader Garmin.

For 2009, Kenwood is expanding its double-DIN DVD receiver lineup to include a new flagship model, the Kenwood eXcelon DNX9140 ($2,000 suggested retail price). This is a “best-in-class” DVD receiver with 6.95” high resolution WVGA touchscreen control, built-in advanced navigation technology by Garmin and the industry’s most comprehensive voice control system that provides the utmost in hands-free operation…

Kenwood USA announced the introduction of the company’s first in-dash iPod controller receivers designed specifically for users of the Apple iPod, iPod Video, iPod Touch, iPhone and Microsoft’s Zune.

Because of the unique and specialized application of these receivers, the CD transport has been eliminated. The intended user is a dedicated portable media enthusiast and travels exclusively with digital music and video files instead of conventional CDs and DVDs.

The top model is the KIV-BT900 ($500.00 suggested retail price) and takes this unique product concept to new heights…

Kenwood USA Corporation announced the delivery of the company’s first in-dash iPod controller receivers designed specifically for users of the Apple iPod, iPod Video, iTouch, iPhone and Microsoft’s Zune.

Because of the unique and specialized application of these receivers, the CD transport has been eliminated. The intended user is a dedicated portable-media enthusiast and travels exclusively with digital music and video files instead of conventional CDs and DVDs.

The top model is the KIV-BT900 ($500.00 suggested retail price) and takes this unique product concept to new heights…

Sony announced today its new line up of in-car audio systems, AV centers and speakers. Featuring the latest smartphone integration, connectivity and high power sound, the new car audio products offer everything drivers need and more to enhance their audio experience, whether they are embarking on a long trip or sitting in traffic on their daily commute.

Available Spring 2017, the enhanced lineup allows users to play a variety of media file types and enjoy the benefit of a tailored car audio experience with the latest technology advancements…

Kenwood USA Corporation announces the shipment of two new in-dash digital media receivers designed specifically for users of the Apple iPod, iPod Video, iPod Touch, iPhone, Microsoft’s Zune and Pandora internet radio.

The flagship model is the KIV-BT901 ($430.00 suggested retail price) and takes this unique product concept to new heights. Beginning with a 3" full-color, multi-lingual TFT display, the KIV-BT901 shows full song, artist and album text plus large-format, full-color album art. iPod video files not only appear on the display, but an A/V output allows the content to appear on external rear-seat monitors…

Kenwood USA announced the introduction of two new, high-performance double-DIN CD receivers that have audio connectivity and control capabilities for music files stored on or accessed by iPhone, iPod and Android smartphones.

The popular iHeart-Radio, Clear Channel’s all-in-one digital radio service featuring live and custom stations, and Pandora Internet Radio are fully supported for iPhone, and both models offer access to satellite radio from SiriusXM with the SXV200 SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner (sold separately, SiriusXM subscription required) which deliver advanced features such as SiriusXM Replay™ and iTunes Tagging while offering expanded channel content including Spanish-language programming…