Gizmodo Australia » transmitters http://www.gizmodo.com.au the Gadget Guide | Technology and consumer electronics news and reviews Wed, 25 Nov 2009 20:47:02 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.6 en hourly 1 Greenhouse FM Transmitter Brings Music Streaming to Your Obese iPod nano http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2008/01/greenhouse_fm_transmitter_brings_music_streaming_to_your_obese_ipod_nano-2/ http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2008/01/greenhouse_fm_transmitter_brings_music_streaming_to_your_obese_ipod_nano-2/#comments Fri, 18 Jan 2008 09:00:00 +0000 Haroon Malik http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2008/01/greenhouse_fm_transmitter_brings_music_streaming_to_your_obese_ipod_nano-2.html Greenhouse%20iPod%20nano%20FM%20Transmitter%20GI.jpgThe fat, fun-loving iPod nano just got music streaming capabilities, all thanks to the Greenhouse FM transmitter. The streaming device looks rather swank, and is available in five complementing colors, including metallic black, silver, red, green and blue. It will allow you to chuck out your tunes to any free radio station, by tuning the transmitter into the free station using the plus and minus buttons either side of the display.


Unfortunately, we don’t think the green and blue versions match entirely, but with an LCD screen for FM station display and great styling to accompany your iPod nano, you cannot go far wrong. Pricing and shipping details are not available at present, but we shouldn’t imagine you will be waiting too long. [Akihabara News]

]]> http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2008/01/greenhouse_fm_transmitter_brings_music_streaming_to_your_obese_ipod_nano-2/feed/ 0 Alpine eX-10 Bluetooth Hub and iPod FM Transmitter For Your Car http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2007/11/alpine_ex10_bluetooth_hub_and__2/ http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2007/11/alpine_ex10_bluetooth_hub_and__2/#comments Wed, 14 Nov 2007 01:48:59 +0000 Jennifer Hooker http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2007/11/alpine_ex10_bluetooth_hub_and__2.html DSC01414.jpgLike the Venturi Mini, the eX-10 includes an FM transmitter, along with support for the A2DP stereo Bluetooth profile, and can pair with up to four devices simultaneously. However, the Alpine device ups the ante by packing in an iPod cable and a larger display (but sadly it’s not a touch screen). We also liked the fact that the eX-10 has a detached mic that clips onto your visor for clearer calls. However, we’re skeptical about the device’s remote control interface and think that the remote just begs to be lost. The hub simply connects to the cigarette lighter and can be mounted to your dash with the built in suction cup. The Alpine eX-10 should be available in about three weeks and will retail for $200. [Alpine]

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]]> http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2007/11/alpine_ex10_bluetooth_hub_and__2/feed/ 0 Belkin TuneBase FM Finds the Best FM Frequency http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2007/09/belkin_tunebase_fm_finds_the_b/ http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2007/09/belkin_tunebase_fm_finds_the_b/#comments Tue, 18 Sep 2007 17:30:07 +0000 Jason Chen http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2007/09/belkin_tunebase_fm_finds_the_b.html TBFM.jpgCompatible with pretty much every Apple player except for the iPhone, this Belkin TuneBase FM has ClearScan technology, which searches all FM stations and finds the least-used one for you to broadcast your tunes on. It’s $89, has a docking station, and plugs neatly into your car’s cigarette adapter. Of course, even with the cleanest FM station, you’re still going to run into some interference, which is why we still recommend the $10, 1995 method of using a tape adapter. [Belkin]

]]> http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2007/09/belkin_tunebase_fm_finds_the_b/feed/ 0 Kensington LiquidFM Transmitters Seek Clearest Channels, Transmit Track Names and More http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2007/09/kensington_liquidfm_transmitte/ http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2007/09/kensington_liquidfm_transmitte/#comments Mon, 17 Sep 2007 18:10:55 +0000 Wilson Rothman http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2007/09/kensington_liquidfm_transmitte.html Kensington_LiquidFM_iPod.jpgToday Kensington introduced its LiquidFM line of FM transmitters. The top tier products have QuickSeek, the technology the company first launched in May: with the touch of a button, it will find the three cleanest frequencies for you to set your radio on. The LiquidFM Deluxe for iPod ($99) will not only transmit the music to your car stereo, but the artist and track names, which show up on any RDS-compatible car radio.

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The standard LiquidFM for iPod will cost $79, and will have everything but the QuickSeek and cool text transmitter. (Frankly, I think I’d spend the extra $20—even if you don’t have an RDS radio, you never know if your rental car will, and FM transmitters are best for rentals anyhow.)

Naturally, in addition to the iPod transmitters (which of course charge the players through the 30-pin connector), Kensington has two products for other MP3 players. The LiquidFM Plus for MP3 Players ($69) has both 3.5mm and 2.5mm jacks for recent music-playing cell phones, and the QuickSeek technology for finding the clearest channels. But its extra trick is a “pass-through” USB jack on its cable that can be used to charge your phone or MP3 player.

At the bottom rung, there’s the LiquidFM for MP3 Players ($49), with every Plus feature except the QuickSeek and the USB jack.From the fact sheet:

Kensington LiquidFM(TM) Deluxe for iPod® (SKU K33424US):
The ultimate iPod FM transmitter for playing your tunes through your car stereo, the LiquidFM Deluxe for iPod features a unique design and premium features, as well as superior sound quality. Suggested retail price: $99.99.
• ClearFM technology provides superior audio
• QuickSeek technology finds the clearest station in seconds
• Displays song and artist name on your car stereo (The feature for displaying the song and artist names requires an RDS-enabled stereo. RDS is available in various vehicle models offered by leading manufacturers.)
• Charges your iPod while it plays
• 3 station presets for instant tuning to any FM station (88.1 – 107.9)
• On/off switch avoids car battery drain
• Enhanced custom digital LCD screen for easy viewing

Kensington LiquidFM(TM) for iPod® (SKU K33411US):
We’ve taken the industry’s most popular digital FM transmitter and made it even better so you can enjoy superior sound while you listen to your iPod tunes in your car. Suggested retail price: $79.99.
• ClearFM technology provides superior audio
• Charges your iPod while it plays
• 3 station presets for instant tuning to any FM station (88.1-107.9)
• On/off switch avoids car battery drain
• Enhanced custom digital LCD screen for easy viewing

Kensington LiquidFM(TM) Plus for MP3 Players (SKU K33408US):
The LiquidFM Plus is the ideal FM transmitter to let you enjoy your favourite MP3 songs while you drive. Its unique set of features makes it the perfect travel companion for your MP3 player or MP3 cell phone. Suggested retail price: $69.99.
• ClearFM technology provides superior audio
• QuickSeek technology finds the clearest station in seconds
• USB pass-through charges your MP3 player or any USB-powered device (cable sold separately)
• 3.5 mm connector for all MP3 players, plus a 2.5 mm adaptor for MP3 cell phone compatibility
• 3 station presets for instant tuning to any FM station (88.1-107.9)
• On/off switch avoids car battery drain
• Enhanced custom digital LCD screen for easy viewing

Kensington LiquidFM(TM) for MP3 Players (SKU K33383USA):
The LiquidFM for MP3 players features our ClearFM technology to reduce noise and enhance stereo separation, providing superior audio quality and FM reception. Suggested retail price: $49.99.
• ClearFM technology provides superior audio
• 3.5 mm connector for all MP3 players, plus a 2.5 mm adaptor for MP3 cell phone compatibility
• 3 station presets for instant tuning to any FM station (88.1-107.9)
• Digital LCD screen for easy viewing

The Kensington LiquidFM(TM) Deluxe for iPod (SKU K33424US), LiquidFM for iPod (SKU K33411US), LiquidFM Plus for MP3 Players (SKU K33408US) and LiquidFM for MP3 Players (SKU K33383US) will be available for pre-order at Amazon.com and Kensington.com starting September 17, 2007 and at major retailers including Apple stores, Best Buy, Circuit City, Comp USA, Dell and Fry’s, starting in late September.

]]> http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2007/09/kensington_liquidfm_transmitte/feed/ 0 DLO TuneStik Keeps Your Hands at Ten and Two http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2007/06/dlo_tunestik_keeps_your_hands/ http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2007/06/dlo_tunestik_keeps_your_hands/#comments Thu, 21 Jun 2007 18:40:57 +0000 Seamus Byrne http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2007/06/dlo_tunestik_keeps_your_hands.html dlotunestik.jpgDLO’s TuneStik FM transmitter and remote makes sure you can still control your iPod even while passing up the LeBaron going 60 in the left lane. It’s similar to the DLO TransDock Deluxe, which we’ve tested and thought was great, but eschews the iPod dock and charger for just an FM attachment.

The end result is pretty similar. You get a steering wheel-attachable remote and an FM transmitter on the bottom of your iPod. You do lose the ability to charge your iPod at the same time, and the LCD screen showing the FM frequency, but it’s about half the price at $59. – Jason Chen

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]]> http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2007/06/dlo_tunestik_keeps_your_hands/feed/ 0 Belkin Site Makes FM Transmitters Slightly Cooler http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2007/05/belkin_site_makes_fm_transmitt/ http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2007/05/belkin_site_makes_fm_transmitt/#comments Wed, 23 May 2007 14:02:43 +0000 Seamus Byrne http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2007/05/belkin_site_makes_fm_transmitt.html pumpupthevolume.jpgI hate FM transmitters for iPods, but I think Belkin’s new service might make me hate them a little bit less. The company today launched a website that tells you what FM stations are the cleanest (i.e. least active) in your area. I’d like to see this combined with Google Maps, so that I’d know when and where to switch channels along an 800-mile road trip.

Of course, this is Belkin’s tacit acknowledgment that the better bet would probably be frequency-hopping FM transmitters like the newly announced Kensington QuickSeek, which we told you about. Still, it should be helpful. My Best FM Stations provides various options in each vicinity, so that if pesky pirates ever pop up on the airwaves to feed you some truth, you’ll have somewhere else to turn. – Wilson Rothman

My Best FM Stations [Belkin]

]]> http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2007/05/belkin_site_makes_fm_transmitt/feed/ 0 Kensington QuickSeek FM Transmitter http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2007/05/kensington_quickseek_fm_transm/ http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2007/05/kensington_quickseek_fm_transm/#comments Tue, 15 May 2007 17:30:00 +0000 Seamus Byrne http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2007/05/kensington_quickseek_fm_transm.html 33384_quickseekwtmk.jpgKensington just announced their newest iPod accessory: the Quickseek FM Transmitter. It’s like a Belkin with autoscan. Instead of searching through stations until a clear channel is found, the Quickseek automatically scans for open airwaves, freeing your attention for more important things (like talking on your cell, running over deer, and if you’re lucky, crashing into a truckload of manure and then shouting, “McFly!”).

The Quickseek also sports a detachable car charger that can power mini USB devices when not operating your iPod (USB lavalamp on the dash?) and promises to fit around most protective iPod cases.

All in all, it’s a promising alternative to the similar Monster iCarPlay, even at $89. But we’ll give you the final verdict as soon as we put our review unit through the standard hazing tests procedure. – Mark Wilson

Kensington

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