Versatile new mounts are designed for desktop use and in-vehicle when you’re on the go. Minneapolis, MN – Bracketron, the leading manufacturer in mounting solutions for mobile consumer electronics, today announced two new mounting solutions for the popular Apple iPad. The first, a desktop stand is ideal for use at home or the office. The second product is a headrest mount that attaches to the back of the driver or passenger headrest for backseat viewing. "The iPad has exploded in popularity and revitalized the tablet computing business," said Mark Mandel, Executive Vice President. "These two products are ideal solutions that intelligently extend the use of the iPad at home, the office or when traveling." Both products are available at many leading consumer electronics retailers and on the Bracketron website at www.bracketron.com. About Bracketron Founded in 2001, Bracketron's successful first product offering, the custom bezel mount, was engineered for the professional installer looking for custom mounting solutions. Today, Bracketron is the leading manufacturer and supplier of mounting solutions and accessories for GPS, satellite radio, cell phone, iPod/iPhone/iPad, BlackBerry, laptop & netbook computer and other mobile electronics. Our robust product line includes innovative mounting solutions for your window, cup holder, dash, vent and visor. For more information about the company, visit www.bracketron.com or call 1.866.237.4443.
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Bracketron Announces Two New Apple iPad Mounting Solutions
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Onkyo to Launch iPhone/iTouch-compatible Remote Control App
UPPER SADDLE RIVER, NJ, 11/22/10 -- Onkyo is pleased to announce that it will launch a free iPhone/iTouch-compatible Remote Control App for its Networked AV receivers at the end of January 2011.
The Onkyo Remote Control App will turn any iPhone or iTouch into a versatile, fully-functional, touch-driven wireless remote control that will integrate seamlessly with Onkyo's upcoming range of next generation Networked AV receivers, as well as many current and older networked models.
The App will replicate day-to-day operations such as altering volume/balance/mute/input selection/listening modes etc. Gesture control will also be incorporated and owners will be able to browse Internet Radio station lists as well as content held on NAS (Network Attached Storage).
The App will offer full control of most of the functionality on Onkyo's upcoming next generation AV receivers (launching in 2011) as well as much of the functionality on current ***8 series AV receivers. Owners of ***7 series and older AV receivers will be able to use the App to control basic receiver functions such as volume up/down, changing inputs etc.
Compatible Onkyo AV receivers will need to be connected to a wireless router via Ethernet. Further details about the Onkyo Remote Control App for iPhone/iTouch will be released in early 2011.
Since 1946 Onkyo has been passionately committed to developing audio products that deliver uncommon performance, quality and value. Bundling proprietary technologies and innovations with other sound-enhancing exclusives, Onkyo continues to created award winning products that are lauded by many of the industry leading audio publications. The company's philosophy is to deliver products that are superbly designed and built to a consistently outstanding standard of excellence. Today, Onkyo is at the forefront of the home theater and digital revolutions. For more information about this and other fine Onkyo products, visit www.onkyousa.com or call 800-229-1687.
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Introducing CioTv by Winegard at 2011 CES
Featuring Live Mobile Digital TV (ATSC-M/H) and WiFi Compatibility
BURLINGTON, Iowa - (Nov. 19, 2010) - Winegard Company, innovator in television antenna and mobile satellite television systems, introduces Cio Mobile Digital TV, a10.2-inch touch-screen multi-standard media player that supports a wide range of A/V content and formats and through mobile digital TV signals.
Where can you Cio? Car. Home. Anywhere. Its sleek, self-contained design makes CioTv perfect for home and mobile applications. Powered by a 12-volt automotive system, an AC power adapter, or a rechargeable battery back, CioTv can be viewed anywhere.
The patents-pending CioTv comes equipped with a universal, clamp-style headrest mount that fits 90 percent of new vehicle models without professional installation. In addition to providing a complete automotive mobile entertainment solution, CioTv is fully portable for in-home and handheld use.
CioTv's 10.2-inch diagonal LCD touch-screen is the largest of any headrest-mounted screen in the world. The PCAP touch-screen technology is hi-bright and provides a super fast, super clear and intuitive user-interface.
What can you Cio? Designed to receive live mobile digital television (DTV) signals, this MDTV™ certified receiver is equipped with Winegard's touch-screen technology
and plays a wide range of other formats, including 3G Internet, DVD video with Dolby audio decoding, CD, iPod music and video, MP3, SD card photo and video files, USB audio and video storage and game devices. CioTv offers A/153 ATSC-MH mobile digital television with its fully enclosed MDTV antenna. You can enjoy real-time network simulcast combined with local content, such as broadcast news/weather and other locally produced broadcast formats like trailers and clips.
CioTv is made for iPod and works with your iPhone. Watch iTunes music videos and movies on the clear CioTv big screen. It supports high-quality, true digital iPod music audio output. Browse the Web with CioTv's Wi-Fi capabilities enabled by Opera and enjoy streaming video and wireless music applications.
"Perhaps the most exciting aspect of CioTV is its ability to receive live mobile DTV signals, which is the most cutting-edge technology available today," said Aaron Engberg, director of the Mobile Entertainment Division, Winegard. "CioTv can provide everything consumers want, all in a small, portable device. It's truly the most comprehensive portable entertainment device on the market today."
Mobile DTV enhances the existing "terrestrial" digital television system by allowing a high-quality digital broadcast signal to be received by a moving receiver - either at walking or driving speeds - and is being transmitted by broadcasters across the country.
Mobile DTV systems from current television broadcasters use the existing digital television spectrum and the existing, nationwide digital television infrastructure. As such, the broadcast industry has a substantial amount of spectrum available and has already invested and built the majority of the infrastructure needed to enable mobile DTV.
The unique QuickLink mating connector allows CioTv to plug into either an optional CioTv home-counter stand or CioTv battery pack for handheld use. CioTv also comes standard with dual-channel wireless headphones, a multi-channel FM modulator for audio playback through a vehicle's factory sound system and a remote IR control. A five-hour battery pack is optional.
Cio Tv meets all OEM automotive electronics, environmental and materials standards and is safety compliant with all U.S. government NHTSA Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
CioTv will be available in the first quarter of 2011 ($799 MSRP - includes auto mount, wiring harness, wireless headphones and remote control) at mobile electronics outlets and Winegard dealers across the country.
CioTv will be on display at the 2011 International Consumer Electronics show in the Las Vegas Convention Center's North Hall, Booth #9461, Jan. 6 through 9. For more information about CioTv, visit www.ciomobiletv.com.
About Winegard:
Winegard Company has been manufacturing quality television and radio reception products for more than 55 years. Headquartered in Burlington, Iowa, Winegard enjoys a worldwide reputation that is based on many industry "firsts," including the all-channel "Yagi" TV antenna, 82-channel antenna, antenna mounted preamplifiers, antenna amplifiers, the anodizing process, perforated aluminum satellite antenna and the RV television antenna, among others.
Winegard Company currently manufactures and markets four distinct product lines:
Mobile Television Reception Products: Recreational vehicle, truck, marine, and automotive applications; digital and HD satellite TV antennas ranging from manual crank-up models to fully automatic stationary and in-motion systems with GPS/DVB; DTV and HDTV bi-directional and omni-directional over-the-air antennas; and ground antenna mounts and accessories.
Satellite TV Antennas and Mounts: Residential antennas ranging in size from 46 cm to 1 meter, including mounts and accessories.
Over-the-Air DTV/HDTV Antennas: DTV and HDTV VHF/UHF/FM TV Antenna Systems, Distribution and Preamplifiers, Power Supplies and Accessories.
Telemetry: Medical and Data Antenna Systems, Distribution Amplifiers, Power Supplies and Accessories.
For consumer product questions, contact Winegard Customer Service at 800-288-8094 or visit www.winegard.com; a wide selection of downloadable Cio press releases and images are available on Cio's online news archive at www.editorpressroom.com/cio.
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ASUS GTX580 sets New World Records with the Latest DirectX® 11 Graphics Technology from NVIDIA®
-- The ASUS GTX580 features the award winning ASUS Voltage Tweak technology with NVIDIA’s latest GTX580 GPU for the best game play experience and GPU compute performance --
Fremont, CA (November 17, 2010) - ASUS, the world’s number 1 motherboard manufacturer and leading innovator in graphics cards, is proud to introduce NVIDIA’s new flagship GTX580 Graphical Processing Unit (GPU). The ASUS GTX580 easily surpasses previous performance levels in single GPU designs, ushering in unprecedented levels of realism in cutting edge DirectX 11 game titles. At the heart of the ASUS GTX580 are 512 CUDA cores along with a refined design offering substantial increases in performance while running cooler and quieter than the previous generation. ASUS has added its exclusive Award Winning Voltage Tweak technology to the GTX580 allowing performance enthusiasts to reach higher clock speeds for improved game performance or benchmark scores. ASUS’ GTX580 also offers support for the latest in immersive gaming technologies such as NVIDIA 3D Vision™ and NVIDIA Surround technologies. ASUS’ GTX580 redefines the user experience by pushing on-screen resolution and image quality to new performance levels with NVIDIA SLI™ technology by combining multiple NVIDIA graphics solutions in an SLI-Certified motherboard.
Product Highlights
ASUS Voltage Tweak technology gives users a quick and easy way to overvolt the graphics card to achieve new levels of performance. ***
The ASUS GTX580 is factory overclocked at 782MHz with 512 CUDA cores, 1536MB of GDDR5 video memory running at over 4GHz and a 384-bit memory interface that opens up performance by removing data transmission bottlenecks and allows a higher level of graphic fidelity.
Support for NVIDIA® 3D Vision™ Surround in full 1080p HD — users can expand 3D games, movies and photos on up to three* screens at once for the most immersive PC multimedia experience around.
With its over-the-top power, ASUS GTX580 opens up optimal utilization of DirectX® 11 features such as advanced tessellation and real time ray tracing. This enables high resolution PC gaming in unprecedented detail, allowing even the most taxing titles to run smoothly at maximum frames rates.
HDMI 1.4a offers users the fastest, highest-bandwidth standard available for high definition video and audio output. 3DMark Vantage World RecordsASUS is proud to announce a new world record in Futuremark’s 3DMark Vantage. Featuring ASUS’ innovative hardware designs and the skill of top overclocker NickShih, the combination of the ROG Rampage III Extreme motherboard, Intel’s Flagship 980X processor and Voltage Tweaked GTX580 in SLI broke the 70K barrier with a score of 71,167**. This world record continues to show why ASUS is the 1 choice for overclockers and gamers those looking for the absolute best in performance.
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Specifications
Model
ENGTX580/2DI/1536MD5
Graphics engine
NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX580
Bus standard
PCI Express® 2.0
Video memory
1536MB GDDR5
Engine clock
782 MHz
CUDA cores
512
Memory clock
4008MHz (1002MHz GDDR5)
Memory interface
384-bit
DVI max resolution
2560 x 1600
D-Sub max resolution
2048 x 1536
DVI output
DVI-I x1DVI-D x1
HDCP compliant
Yes
HDMI output
x1
Accessory Bundled
Mini HDMI-to-HDMI adaptor x18-pin to 6-pin Power Cable x1
Software Bundled
ASUS utilities and driver
Dimensions
11.0” x 4.4” x 1.58”
* SLI configuration is required** Subject to system configuration and setup. Results may vary*** Please follow the driver setup instructions to download the latest SmartDoctor application prior to use.**** Product specifications and features may change without prior notice. Check http://usa.asus.com/ for details.
About ASUSASUS, the world’s top 3 consumer notebook vendor and the maker of the world’s best selling and most award winning motherboards, is a leading enterprise in the new digital era. ASUS designs and manufactures products that perfectly meet the needs of today's digital home, office and person, with a broad portfolio that includes motherboards, graphics cards, displays, desktop PCs, notebooks, netbooks, servers, multimedia, wireless solutions, networking devices and mobile phones. Driven by innovation and committed to quality, ASUS won 3,268 awards in 2009, and is widely credited with revolutionizing the PC industry with the Eee PC™. With a global staff of more than ten thousand people and a world-class R&D team of 3,000 engineers, the company's revenue for 2009 was US$7.5 billion.
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Sceptre Introduces 32-inch LCD HDTV Featuring Crystal Clear Display and Sleek Silver Trim
Stylish black HDTV makes a bold statement with its ultra-thin design, VGA port, USB port and three HDMI ports for ultimate versatility
City of Industry, Calif. - (Nov. 18, 2010) – Sceptre, superior manufacturers of world class LED and LCD flat panel monitors, has just announced the addition of its new wall mountable 32-inch LCD HDTV. This stylish black TV features a crystal clear display, stunning imagery, slim design and sleek silver trim – perfect for any home decor. Whether using these in the living room, bedroom, office, game room or basement, these compact units are just what consumers are looking for.
This budget-friendly LCD HDTV boasts a quick 6.5 ms response time and an auto dynamic contrast enhancement that allows color to balance for a more vivid viewing experience and superior display, all while saving about 32% energy.
The sleek silver trim and black glossy finish make it the perfect addition to any kitchen, matching stainless steel appliances flawlessly. This 32-inch LCD wall mountable HDTV swivels for more viewing angles in larger, more active, rooms.
This unit has a unique Equalizer setting for users to adjust and control the tone/volume of the audio, creating a more realistic, and comfortable, sound experience.
For expanded functionality and versatility, this unit features 3 HDMI ports, which allow users to connect various peripherals, including Blu-ray players, personal computers, AV receivers and video game consoles. Plus the VGA port makes transitioning from TV to PC monitor quick and easy. Controls are also conveniently located on the side for easy access.
ADDITIONAL PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Diagonal active screen size 31.5"
Sleek and slim design
Auto dynamic contrast enhancement
Typical 3,000:1
3 HDMI ports
Response Time 6.5 ms
Resolution 1366 x 768
Energy Star 3.0 complied
USB port supports JPEG/Audio
Headphone jack
10 watts x 2 Stereo Speaker
Brightness 420 cd/m2
ATSC/NTSC/Clear QAM
Swivel (up to 30 degrees)
Model number: X320BV-HD
Available for just $399 MSRP, this 32-inch LCD HDTV can be purchased at NewEgg, Amazon, Target, Sears and Kmart.
For more information, please visit www.sceptre.com. To request more information or images on this 32-inch HDTV or the entire Sceptre product line, contact PR representative Jenny Coleman at (305) 576-1171 x24 or jennycoleman@maxborgesagency.com.
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Headquartered in City of Industry, California, the hub of the computer industry, Sceptre is an internationally certified manufacturer of world class LCD and LED flat panel monitors. Established in 1984, Sceptre is fully committed to maintaining its status as a leader in the industry by providing the latest advanced technology in LCD and LED displays at affordable prices with tailored service programs. For more information, please visit www.sceptre.com.
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ASUS, Intel Launch Expanded WePC Community
SANTA CLARA, Calif. and TAIPEI, Taiwan, Nov. 18, 2010 - A new and expanded WePC community launched today and is open to anyone with a passion for technology, especially ASUS products with Intel Inside®. Building on its mission to bridge innovation and technology with consumers’ needs, the new WePC.com has more ways for fans to present their ideas, interact with community members and drive product development for two of the world’s leading technology brands.As one of the first crowdsourcing communities, WePC.com empowered members to play an integral role in the PC design process of a number of cutting-edge technologies, such as intuitive touchscreen interfaces and kid-friendly netbooks. Last year at CeBIT, ASUS initiated the industry’s first dual-panel concept notebooks, making intuitive control possible. The community also supported the direction for the development of future pad devices.“We’ve experienced firsthand the power of our customers’ creativity in helping us build ground-breaking products that address their unique needs,” said Christine Yang, WePC community manager. “Our expanded community platform creates a ‘technology playground’ that gives consumers the chance to spark conversations and ideas for a wider range of technology offerings. Here, they can connect with us and each other in an engaging way.”The community features sections that are tailored to members’ diverse interests, such as those who value impeccable sound quality in high-fidelity home entertainment computers. Another section is geared toward serious multitaskers and “early adopters” interested in the evolving technology for pad devices. A third area is designed for parents who want to share information about how technology works in both their kids’ lives and family life. “We truly believe that having an active dialogue with our customers will help us deliver the highest quality products in partnership with ASUS,” said Katie Wallace, campaign manager, Intel Partner Marketing Group. “What matters to our biggest fans is important to us, so we’ve enhanced the community to give them more of what they want—a cool place where they can share ideas on current products, connect with others who are equally excited about technology and voice their opinions on what’s coming next.” The new community enlivens members’ experiences by offering challenges, contests and even more ways to participate. Fans can also join the conversation when they’re on Facebook, since the WePC Facebook page complements the WePC community with related features and functionality. In addition, WePC members who want to be more actively involved can apply to be part of an exclusive group that will play an integral role as the community grows and receive special perks, such as direct access to ASUS and Intel, unique product testing opportunities and exclusive events. WePC was developed in 2008 through collaboration between ASUS, an award-winning leader in PC hardware design, and Intel, a leader in silicon innovation. About WePCWePC.com is an online community and “technology playground”—a fun place where people who love technology can share their experiences and learn about cool new ASUS and Intel innovations. It features stimulating conversations, fun challenges and activities, and unique product learning opportunities. WePC members can voice their opinions and have a say in new features and innovations—all while earning points, prizes and badges. WePC was created by ASUS and Intel to give everyone who loves technology a gathering place to imagine, interact and inspire each other.
About ASUSASUS, the world’s top three consumer notebook vendor and the maker of the world’s best-selling and most award-winning motherboards, is a leading enterprise in the new digital era. ASUS designs and manufactures products that perfectly meet the needs of today's digital home, office and person, with a broad portfolio that includes motherboards, graphics cards, displays, desktop PCs, notebooks, netbooks, servers, multimedia, wireless solutions, networking devices and mobile phones. Driven by innovation and committed to quality, ASUS won 3,268 awards in 2009 and is widely credited with revolutionizing the PC industry with the Eee PC™. With a global staff of more than 10,000 and a world-class R&D team of 3,000 engineers, the company's revenue for 2009 was US$7.5 billion. About IntelIntel (NASDAQ: INTC) is a world leader in computing innovation. The company designs and builds the essential technologies that serve as the foundation for the world’s computing devices. Additional information about Intel is available at newsroom.intel.com and blogs.intel.com.
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KICKER’s® New Compact Dock for iPod®/iPhone™ Sold Exclusively on Crutchfield.com
STILLWATER, USA – KICKER® Performance Audio has taken its vast knowledge of rich, robust sound and applied it to its newest and most
compact docking system yet. The KICKER iKick100 Digital Docking System for iPod® and iPhone™ is available for purchase exclusively
at Crutchfield.com beginning November 12, just in time for the holiday season.
The iKick100 comes with the same sonic resolution of other critically acclaimed KICKER docks, but in a less imposing package and at a more
manageable volume level. With dual 2-inch speakers positioned for wide stereo imaging in factory listening tests, the 3.3 x 8.8-inch iKick100 is
sure to produce the clearest and cleanest sound that’s perfect for any office desk, night stand or coffee table.
The stylish black dock fits into the smallest places of any room, where the listener can turn up the volume with a lightweight, fully functional
remote control that handles the adjustments any user requests. The small-footprint stereo system utilizes a bass-activating, flared-port design
for extended low frequency output, as well as a DSP-controlled amplifier tuned for maximum output potential and premium sound.
The dock utilizes a backlit, capacitive-touch screen for direct volume control. A single touch can increase or decrease the volume level
depending on the listener’s environment. An auxiliary-input jack for connecting additional media players, headphones or earbuds is also
controlled by the touch screen located on top of the dock.
An adjustable rear support attachment keeps 4G iPhones and 4th generation or newer iPods stable while they’re docked, while a handy USB
port is available to charge cell phones and other external devices. An AC power cord and external 12-volt power supply are also included,
making it possible to keep rocking throughout the day.
The KICKER iKick100 Compact Docking System is available for purchase online only at http://www.crutchfield.com. (iKick100 dock and
accessories are included in the iKick100 packaging. iPhones or iPods are not included.)
KICKER Performance Audio products, a division of Stillwater Designs and Audio, Inc.®, are available for the mobile and home audio
aftermarket at authorized dealers worldwide, and also through selected Original Equipment Manufacturers. Consumers needing more
information on KICKER or Livin’ Loud® may call the Consumer Information Line at 1-800-256-5425 or visit the brand Web site at
www.kicker.com. Follow KICKER at facebook.com/kickeraudio and twitter.com/kickeraudio.
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LevelUp’s Officially Licensed Rock Band™ Storage Ottoman Now Available
Gear organization for rock stars just got a lot simpler
November 16, 2010 – Seattle, WA - LevelUp©, the only company making officially licensed storage solutions for Wii™, XBOX®, DS®, PlayStation® and Rock Band, is stoked to announce the availability of the Rock Band Ottoman. The company knows that being a rock star requires a lot of loose gear and accessories, which can clutter the home and eventually make band practice less fun. To solve the problem, LevelUp constructed this ottoman out of solid wood and sleek leather-like exterior, durable enough to withstand the most destructive performer. The Rock Band Ottoman features fitted drum stick loops, fitted side accessory pockets, and a Velcro guitar loops to keep your gear secure. Users can comfortably fit two axes, one drum set, one microphone, and one drumstick set. There’s also a safety hinge lid and side handles for easy lifting in case have a gig at your friend’s house, as well decorative lid stitching because every band needs a little flair. “There are a lot of gamers who want to play like Green Day, but not necessarily live like them,” says Jason Lemelson, President of LevelUp. “This product grants players the ability to shred their guitars, not their living rooms.” JCPenney.com and Kohls.com are currently selling the "Skull and Snakes" version online for $179.00 while Costco stores are carrying the "Back in Black" version for $89.99. Compatible storage trays for games/DVDs and other gaming gear are available separately at LevelUp’s array of prestigious retailers. For more information, please visit www.levelupgear.com, or find them on Facebook and Twitter.
About LevelUp: LevelUp®, a division of Slam Brands Inc., makes the only gaming storage officially licensed for Nintendo Wii, Nintendo DS, Sony PlayStation and Rock Band, as well as Xbox 360 compatible products. With the many gaming consoles and accessories that are available in the market, gamers use LevelUp towers, ottomans, trays and wall-mounts to help organize and store gaming accessories smartly and with style.
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Bracketron’s MobileDock Dash Mount Receives Two Prestigious Industry Awards
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NOX Audio Scouts Out Sleeker Design for Active Music Fans; Introduces New In-Ear Headset
NOX's Latest High-Quality Audio Headset, the Scout, Now Available Online and at Select Retailers
City of Industry, Calif. - Nov. 16, 2010 - NOX Audio introduces the Scout headset, the second in its line of audiophile-quality products. The Scout features the latest in high-efficiency balanced armature technology and is tuned to deliver exemplary bass and a wide, clean, dynamic sound range. Design elements of the Scout were created with active lifestyles in mind: Flexible silicone fins comfortably secure the earbud inside the ear which hold the headphones in place while running, exercising or traveling. The Scout's stylish square and flat cables help reduce cord tangles, and the "world's smallest" send/end button is located right at the Y-split of the headset for convenience.
The Scout is the latest product to demonstrate NOX's continued commitment to delivering high quality audio experience to the masses. It uses high-performance 6mm balanced armature drivers with bass extension to provide tight bass, well-controlled and balanced mids and crystal-clear highs. The discreet inline 3mm electrets omni-directional mic provides high fidelity voice pick-up that works with cell phones for making voice calls on-the-go.
"When we designed the Scout, we were really focused on improving the overall audio experience by making a product for people who need a versatile headset to match their dynamic lifestyle," said Julie Ma, president of NOX Audio. "This is a headset people will use on-the-go, working out at the gym, running at the beach or just relaxing with some music at the end of the day. It's sleek, compact and doesn't sacrifice audio for cost, while providing features comparable to those of similar products priced at twice as much."
The Scout is available now from NOX-Audio.com and retailers nationwide for $79.99, and is compatible with all devices that use a standard 3.5mm stereo jack. Like the Specialist, the Scout works with NOX's Negotiator universal gaming optical audio adapter, which provides digital audio compatibility with the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and PC.
About NOX Audio
Headquartered in City of Industry, Calif., NOX Audio was founded in 2009 on the principle of delivering optimal sound performance through innovative products. The direct-to-consumer brand by Solteras Incorporated, a developer of leading-edge audio and acoustic products, NOX creates innovative, versatile audio products that produce deep, rich, clean-sounding bass without sacrificing clarity and sound range. The company's first products, the NOX Specialist, NOX Negotiator and NOX Scout, debuted in 2010. More information on NOX Audio and its line of audio products can be found at http://www.nox-audio.com.
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