It looks like the long wait might soon be over for those of you that have been waiting for the Klipsch Gallery G-17 AirPlay speaker here in the UK.
In a reply to a tweet, Klipsch UK confirmed that they are expecting delivery of the G-17 soundbar in the coming week, and that it will launch sometime early in the new year.
The Klispch Gallery G-17 Soundbar has already seen some strong reviews from the techsphere, and i look forward to get a chance to test it out myself as well.
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Monday, December 12, 2011
Apple AirPlay set to support Bluetooth 4.0 for connectivity enhancment
Whilst we have seen a decent amount of AirPlay enabled accessories, primarily AirPlay speakers and of course the Apple TV, the technology has not quite taken over the market since it was first announced over a year ago. However, with Apple announcing a new chip that will help manufacturers take advantage of AirPlay technology, the game might be about to change.
According to Japanese Apple blog, Macotakara, Apple has presented MFi manufacturers with a new certification chip that will make communication over AirPlay, wifi, and bluetooth between iOS devices and accessories better and more efficient. Part of the solution seems to be support for the new Bluetooth 4.0 standard, which is a low power consuming solution found in amongst other the new iPhone 4S and the latest Macbook Air.
Bringing a greater connectivity specter for iOS devices and accessories manufacturers should have a positive impact on the range of accessories to become available that will communicate wirelessly with iOS devices, and hopefully lower the cost of the technology, which has been one of the barriers to adoption of AirPlay technology so far.
It looks like the wireless future just got a bit brighter.
[source: Appleinsider]
According to Japanese Apple blog, Macotakara, Apple has presented MFi manufacturers with a new certification chip that will make communication over AirPlay, wifi, and bluetooth between iOS devices and accessories better and more efficient. Part of the solution seems to be support for the new Bluetooth 4.0 standard, which is a low power consuming solution found in amongst other the new iPhone 4S and the latest Macbook Air.
Bringing a greater connectivity specter for iOS devices and accessories manufacturers should have a positive impact on the range of accessories to become available that will communicate wirelessly with iOS devices, and hopefully lower the cost of the technology, which has been one of the barriers to adoption of AirPlay technology so far.
It looks like the wireless future just got a bit brighter.
[source: Appleinsider]
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Geneva Labs further AirPlay integration depends on module availability
Geneva Sound System have delivered some great iPod speaker docks over the years, including the award winning Geneva Sound Model M, but the only model that has so far been announced to receive Airplay streaming is the ultra high-end Geneva Sound Model XXL. Further Airplay integration into their other models, and future models, depends on AirPlay performance and module availability.
In a discussion thread on their Facebook page Geneva Labs confirm that future integration of Apple AirPlay technology into their sound system range depends on module availability, as has previously been reported as one of the issues behind delays in getting AirPlay speakers onto the market.
In addition they will be looking closely at AirPlay performance and quality. Perhaps a sign that they are aware of some of the issues that have plagued especially iPhone 4S users, experiencing audio drop outs over AirPlay with iPhone 4S. In another thread on their Facebook page they also talk about possible other wireless add-on's as an option instead of AirPlay technology.
In a discussion thread on their Facebook page Geneva Labs confirm that future integration of Apple AirPlay technology into their sound system range depends on module availability, as has previously been reported as one of the issues behind delays in getting AirPlay speakers onto the market.
In addition they will be looking closely at AirPlay performance and quality. Perhaps a sign that they are aware of some of the issues that have plagued especially iPhone 4S users, experiencing audio drop outs over AirPlay with iPhone 4S. In another thread on their Facebook page they also talk about possible other wireless add-on's as an option instead of AirPlay technology.
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