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Sony Ericsson Announces MS500 Portable Speaker

Kim Poh Liaw — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 14:25:29 +0000

Available in trendy orange and black or chic white and pink, Sony Ericsson MS500 speaker is announced today for for any dedicated pop rocker or dancing queen. The MS500 speaker is designed for the outdoor environment with a durable splash proof shell and a handy strap which makes it perfect for attaching to a bag, or hanging from the wrist.

The Bluetooth technology enables your phone to be used as a remote control to change tracks and increase volume, allowing you to just sit back and relax with music without the need to move. The portable speaker is powered by two AA batteries, which allows you to immerse yourself in music for up to five hours.

The Sony Ericsson MS500 speaker at a glance

Size: 113 x 83 x45mm
Weight: 155g with batteries
Steaming music: Up to 5hrs
Efficiency: 2 watts
DSP for audio enhancement
Bluetooth version: 2.1 + EDR
Bluetooth profile: A2DP, AVRCP

Cygnett Releases GrooveTooth Talk Hands-Free Speaker in US

Kim Poh Liaw — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 01:55:33 +0000

Cygnett announces the US release of its GrooveTooth Talk hands-free speaker system for Bluetooth enabled cell phones. Featuring noise suppression, echo cancellation and hours of talk-time, the GrooveTooth Talk will be available on cygnett.com beginning September 1 with an MSRP of $79.95 US.

Features:

Bluetooth 2.0
Auto detection within a 30ft range
Rechargeable Lithium polymer battery for 7 hours talk-time & 460 hours standby
High performance 1.5 watt speaker
Easy access to volume controls
Advanced noise suppression & echo cancellation for clear conversations
No installation required
Versatile magnetic clip easily attaches to any car sun-visor or air vent
Rechargeable via car adaptor or computer USB cable (included)

Sony Ericsson delivers the ultimate music experience with an enhanced range of accessories

Kim Poh Liaw — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 04:44:47 +0000

Today Sony Ericsson has unveiled three new sets of speakers, the MBS-200, MBS-400 and MPS-100, to help music lovers go beyond the individual and play music directly from their mobile phone. Enhancing its music accessories collection Sony Ericsson has also introduced three new stereo headphones, HBH-IS800, HPM-88 and HPM-66 for the optimal listening experience.

If you’re after music wherever you go, free your music with powerful sound from the MBS-200 wireless portable speaker. Stream music from your mobile phone via Bluetooth which then mutes if you receive a phone call. For those who want a more powerful sound, the MBS-400 comes with two speakers. The Wireless Portable Speaker MBS-200 and MBS-400 will be available in selected markets from Q4 2008.

Made up of sleek headphones and a short cable, the HBH-IS800 wireless stereo headphones is the smallest headset from Sony Ericsson. The stylish and compact headset rests discretely on your neck and boasts a top of the range audio performance. The Wireless Stereo Headphones HBH-IS800 will be available in selected markets from Q4 2008.

For those who want to bring the music but leave the noise, the HPM-88 noise cancelling headphones allows you to listen to music without background noise, reducing outside sound by up to 75 per cent. Using Sony technology, this is the first noise cancelling mobile phone headset on the market that is powered by the phone itself. The Noise Cancelling Headphones HPM-88 will be available in selected markets from Q4 2008.

Other Enhanced range

The new affordable MPS-100 builds on the success of the very first and best-selling portable speaker, the iconic MPS-60, giving impressive sound from mini-speakers that plug into your phone for ultra-portable sound wherever you are.

The Active, behind the ear, stereo headphones HPM-66 allows you to get active with your music. Convenient and easy to use these comfortable and stable headphones will help you go that extra mile.

Want to protect your phone? Keep your Sony Ericsson Walkman phone safe with a new stylish phone case, IPC-40, which is available in two colours. All above will be also available in selected markets from Q4 2008.

SlashGear Reviews the Sony Ericsson MBS-100 Portal Speaker

Kim Poh Liaw — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 09:20:31 +0000

SlashGear has just reviewed the Portable Bluetooth Speaker MBS-100, where you can connect your phone wirelessly and enjoy the music from your phone. The MBS-100 comes with an integrated rechargeable battery, offering up to five hours playtime on a single charge.

It is indeed easy to set it up and connect your phone but you know what you can expect from this little ball with their final words

The bottom line is that the MBS-100 is perfect for a cubicle other small indoor space, but the sound quality and volume is unlikely to impress you in any other situation.

Check out the full review here