BenQ is back with its latest short-throw projectors namely the LX 60ST and LW61ST. Designed for the education marketplace, both projectors adopt the company’s mercury-free blue BlueCore light engine to deliver superb energy efficiency. The BenQ LX 60ST and LW61ST also provide a 2000 ANSI lumen brightness, a XGA/WXGA resolution, two built-in 10 Watts speakers, [...]
If you are looking for a high quality speaker, then check out the JMC Soundboard. Measuring 89cm x 89cm x 21cm and weighing 12Kg, the speaker produces a frequency range of 25Hz-25,000Hz with an impedance of 8 Ohms and a power output of 2 x 80 Watts. The JMC Soundboard speaker is priced at $6,530. [...]
The 4Sevens XM18 is not an ordinary LED flashlight because it offers an outstanding 15,000 Lumens of brightness. The 4Sevens XM18 features 18 of 4Seven’s superbright LED lights and 32 rechargeable lithium batteries. These LED lights look like the composite eye of an insect. The 4Sevens XM18 LED flashlight is priced at a hefty $2,495. [...]
Koss Corporation is ready to launch the Porta Pro KTC headphones. Designed for iPhone, iPad and iPod, these headphones feature the Koss Touch Control (KTC) remote and microphone technology, allowing you to stay connected, shuffle songs and adjust volume with the flick of a switch. These lightweight headphones can be folded for easy storage and [...]
For only $5.95, you could grab one of this Kingston 8GB microSDHC Card over at Buy.com. This tiny card comes with Class 4 speed specification, a full size SD adapter and is backed by a lifetime warranty. [Product Page]
ZTE has unveiled the new ZTE V66 Android tablet, which is destined for Verizon. The gadget features a 1.2Ghz dual-core processor, a 7-inch display with a 1200×800 pixel resolution, 4G support and the Google Android Honeycomb 3.2 operating system. No word on pricing at this time. [Newlaunches]
KFA2 has officially released their newest graphics card ‘GTX 580 MDT X4 EX OC’ in Europe. Based on GF110 GPU, the card is packed with 512 CUDA Cores, a 384-bit memory interface, a GPU clock of 840MHz, a shader clock of 1600MHz and a 1536MB of GDDR5 memory set @ 4008MHz. Not to mention, the [...]
OWC has come out with a new line of SSDs, the Mercury Enterprise Pro 6G. Available in 50GB, 100GB, 200GB and 400GB capacities, these 2.5-inch SSDs are equipped with Toshiba-made Enterprise Toggle Synchronous (eMLC) NAND memory chips, a SATA 6.0 Gbps interface, a SandForce 2582 controller and capable of providing read and write speeds of [...]
Smartfish hits back by bringing you their newest ergonomic wireless laser mouse, the EEA-L4200C. Powered by 2x AAA batteries, this compact mouse sports a 2.4GHz radio frequency, a 3-button design, a tiny USB receiver and makes use of the patented ErgoMotion pivot system for reducing your risk of hand and wrist stress injuries. The EEA-L4200C [...]
Mouse Computer has unleashed their newest gaming PC ‘MASTERPIECE i1540SA1-DOC’ for the Japanese market. As part of the G-tune series, this BTO (Build To Order) system packs an Intel Core i7-3960X processor, an Intel X79 Express Chipset, a GeForce GTX 580 1.5GB graphics card, a 16GB DDR3 RAM, a 1TB hard drive, a DVD Super [...]
SIM2 Multimedia hits back with their new 3D DLP projector, the M.150. Adopting the DarkChip4 DLP display technology, this high performance projector delivers 1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution, 1100 ANSI lumens brightness, 100,000:1 contrast ratio, 16:9 aspect ratio and provides up to 30,000 hours of Super PureLED lamp life. Connectivity-wise, it offers 2x HDMI [...]
Chinavasion is offering you their latest mini Bluetooth keyboard, the CVUJ-K137-2GEN. This travel-friendly keyboard comes with a built-in touchpad, 80 keys, a built-in red laser pointer and is compatible with Bluetooth 2.0 enabled devices (iPad, iPhone, PC, Mac PC, Android smartphones). Powered by a built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery, the CVUJ-K137-2GEN can be yours for just [...]
Here we have another external HDD enclosure from Novak, the NV-HS350U. This compact enclosure has a USB 2.0 connection interface and can house one 3.5-inch SATA HDD (up to 3TB). The NV-HS350U is set to hit the market on February 3rd for 1,980 Yen (about $26). [Product Page]
Sony has showed off another one of its upcoming all-in-one PC namely the VAIO VPCJ238FJ. Specs-wise, this space-saving machine is equipped with a 21.5-inch 1920 x 1080 Full HD display, an Intel Core i5-2450M processor, an Intel HM65 Express Chipset, a 4GB DDR3 RAM, a 2TB hard drive, a webcam, a BDXL drive, a CS [...]
Mad Catz has announced the availability of the Primer wireless gaming headset. Designed primarily for the Xbox 360 console, the gadget uses the 5.8GHz wireless technology to connect with the gaming console. The Primer has a pair of 40mm neodymium drivers and controls that enables gamers to independently adjust chat volume and game volume on-the-fly. [...]
Motorola has rolled out the WiFi-only version of the Xyboard tablet. Powered by the Google Android 3.2 Honeycomb OS, the Motorola Droid Xyboard features a 1.2GHz dual-core processor, a 5-megapixel rear-facing webcam, a 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera, WI-FI 802.11 abgn, Stereo Bluetooth technology 2.1+EDR, a micro USB port, an HDMI out, AGPS, eCompass, a 3.5mm headset [...]
Gear4 is ready to release the Renew SleepClock system for Apple’s iPhone, iPad, and iPod in the United States. The gadget has an advanced non-contact sensor that measures your breathing rates and movements. You just need to dock your iPhone, iPad, and iPod and download the free app to begin sleep monitoring. The GEAR4 Renew [...]
LogicBuy has started offering the ViewSonic VX2753MH-LED 27-inch LED monitor for only $289.99 with free shipping. The monitor provides a 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution, an adjustable display angle, a 1ms GTG response time and a 30,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio. Additional specs include a pair of HDMI inputs and a built-in speaker. [Product Page]
As its name suggests, the WiThings Smart Baby Scale is an internet-connected baby and toddler scale with WiFi, Bluetooth and Bluetooth Smart (Bluetooth Low Energy) connectivity. The device works in conjuction with a free companion app for the iPhone, iPad and Android. The company will launch the Smart Baby Scale in the second quarter of [...]
High-resolution formats define the upper limit of quality, but if the recording's mix was overcompressed and processed, a lossless file won't sound great.
I recently took recepit of a box fresh pair of Klipsch Image S3 Noise-Isolating Earphones from our good friends at EarphoneSolutions.com I’ve been using them in conjunction with my usual Sennheiser PX100s for commutes and gym work over the last few months and I have to say I’m actually quite impressed. First let me be [...]
In response to a request for photos of home setupss, Audiophiliac readers were all too happy to deluge Steve Guttenberg with images of their beloved systems. Here's a look at some of the standouts.
Is it more than a little strange that so many people buying LPs didn't grow up playing records? What's the appeal?
Before we decide which iPod speakers are the best, we must first set out criteria on which to base our decision. We need to examine sound quality, volume control, function, and practical use. Sound quality can be judged by depth of base, frequency limits and, realistic sound. Volume control can be judged by ease of [...]
Smartphones, tablets, and OLED displays may get the lion's share of attention at CES, but what about audio? Here's a choice sampling of the very best of CES.
Smartphones, tablets, and OLED displays may get the lion's share of attention at CES, but what about audio? Here's a choice sampling of the very best of CES.
Having recently taken receipt of 3 members of the JBL ES series of speakers my initial thought was to review them as a single installation but upon thinking about it it seemed to make more sense in the long run to review each of the 3 pieces of kit as a separate enitiy therfore today [...]
Mission have always been one of those brands in Hi Fi circles that for the most part have always struck me as “quality but just a bit beyond my budget” so when over the last few years they began to aim more of their products towards the more “normal” consumer end of the market I [...]
The specs for the Sony CMTBX20i Micro Hi-Fi Shelf System at first glance seem pretty much what you’d expect for something aimed squarely at the low end home consumer market. CD with mp3 playback, AM/FM radio with presets memory and the now ubiquitous iPod dock. So how does it fair when put up against the [...]
Looking on the net over the last few months if there has been one bit of kit I’ve been lusting after its most definitely the Onkyo TX-NR809 (or to give it its somewhat unwieldy full title the Onkyo TX-NR809 7.2 Channel THX Certified Network Receiver). Now I’m glad to say that due to much begging and a well connected friend [...]
At hifi reviews we try to cover the latest and greatest hifi and av audio gear around, but some times we tend to spend overly elongated periods of time focusing on popular top end gear. It took an email from one of our visitors to remind us that occasionally we need to review entry level [...]
Since we’ve got one rigged up at the moment (doing stand in duty in a Onkyo SKS-HT870 speaker set) I thought Id give my quick feelings about the Onkyo SKW204 Bass Reflex Powered Subwoofer. First of all its a nicely compact unit compared to the subs I’m used to seeing. I know I tend to [...]
I first became aware of the Energy Take Classic 5.1 Speaker System a couple of years ago and have generally heard very favourable reports on this budget 5.1 speaker set its only now after a few years that I’ve managed to wangle a set for a short week long test. First thing to note that [...]
Sony have a solid reputation as one of the best companies in the home consumer electronics market for audio visual and computer products, one of their quite well thought of AV receivers of the last few years is the Sony STR DH810. It has been seen as a solid performer in the AV receiver market [...]
From time to time we like to review lower end kit around here (actually we like to try to review everything we can beg, borrow or steal eventually) but just because something is in a budget price range doesn’t mean it should be given an easy time. So when I got my hands on a Panasonic SC-HC20P-K to review I did my best [...]
HDTV manufacturers seem to have realised over the last few years that not everyone has the space or inclination to set up a full 7.1 surround system in their small suburban living room and so to address this issue many companies have started to produce alternatives one of the currently popular systems is the Sony [...]
Polk Audio have really been pushing out the boat over the last few years in terms of providing quality hifi speakers at very reasonable prices, if you are currently looking at a new entry level subwoofer then one of the current best deals doing the rounds is most definitely the Polk Audio PSW10 Monitor Series [...]
Occasionally I asked to suggest a decent all-round entry level speaker system for home theatre, the Polk Audio RM6750 5.1 Channel Home Theater Speaker System is without a doubt one of the best recent offerings at this price level. Polk Audio are renowned for their more top end speaker systems such as the ATI R7 [...]
The Sony SSF-7000 Floor Standing 4 way Speakers are in some ways the big daddy of the Sony SSF-6000s we reviewed a shot while back with a couple of changes the SSF-7000 sport an impressive sounding 8 inch woofer (as opposed to the SSF-7000s 6 inchers) it is also built to handle slightly more power [...]
The one think I will say I immediately noticed about the Harman Infinity Primus P362 Speakers upon unpacking is just how solid and how much visual impact they have, I understand that looks are highly subjective but there is just something about the look of these things that I particularly like especially with the grills [...]
At HiFi Reviews we try to not only cover the top of the range and “hot topic” products that various manufacturers come out with month in month out but also try to have some focus on the normal home user aimed products. The Denon DM38S Micro AM/FM CD System is one example of such a [...]
At first glance the Sonos Play:5 Wireless Internet Music Player could be mistaken for a slightly odd looking speaker, often found completely on its own in a room seemingly not connected to anything except a power socket and perhaps an Ethernet cable. The Sonos S5 is kind of hard to review as there isn’t much [...]
Here at HiFi reviews we try to not only cover the latest and greatest top end stuff but also the more reasonably priced and neophyte friendly gear for the average consumer with that in mind we were glad to take receipt of a pair of brand spanking new Sony ss-f6000 Floorstanding Speakers to put on [...]
Beyerdynamic have long been thought of as one of the top manufacturers of audiophile headphones for the discerning pro and home user, the DT990s have been getting universally positive reviews since their release so I was happy to get my hands on a pair for a short hands on test recently. The set I got [...]
It has to be said that as time goes on finding a decent pair of stereo bookshelf speakers seems to becoming more and more of a herculean task as everone and their dog seems to be far more interested in manufacturing 5.1 and 7.1 systems. So here then as a hopeful help on your quest [...]
The latest iteration in the Squeezebox series the Logitech Squeezebox Touch is a bit of a breakthrough, not so much in terms of functionality but in usability and also more importantly for many its price point. This little box manages to make functionality that would previously have cost you a good part of $1000 available [...]
Choosing a well matched and quality set of speakers for a home theatre system can be a daunting, confusing and sometimes demoralizing job, especially if you are trying to find a system that doesn’t require a huge room to locate your system in. If you are looking for a compact, extremely good quality and undeniably [...]
At Hi Fi reviews we try to not sound too hypey and keep things on a somewhat even keel but let me just say that in the case of the Polk Audio Monitor 70 3-Way Floorstanding Speakers its hard. They are amazing bang for the buck and a 5 star product all the way. If [...]
I’m traditionally a day to day user of the rather excellent Sennheiser HD-280 Pro headphones but I’ve had several friends and colleagues recommend I check out the Ultrasone HFI-780 S-Logic headphones due to their exceptional sound quality. So this is a short review based on my findings, I had the use of these headphones for [...]