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Parrot MINIKIT Slim hands-free kit announced
Skinny speakerphone 17 July 2008 11:37 GMTParrot has launched the MINIKIT Slim, an "ultra-slim" mobile hands-free kit.
Measuring 13mm wide, with 15 hours of talk time, the device weighs in at 83 grams and can either be clipped on to your car's sun visor or used on your desk.
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Sony Ericsson unveils new Bluetooth headset range
"Most innovative that we've ever produced" 17 June 2008 9:31 GMTSony Ercisson has launched a new Bluetooth headset range that the company says includes their best performance headsets to date.
Introducing a new smaller and lighter form factor for Sony Ericsson, the claim is that the devices are at the top of the market in... -
Motorola ROKR EQ speakers launched
Portable sound for your mobile 12 June 2008 11:32 GMTMotorola has launched its new ROKR speaker portfolio that includes the EQ3, EQ5 and EQ7 models that are fully compatible with Nokia, Sony Ericsson, LG, Samsung and Motorola products.
The MOTOROKR EQ3 compact folding speaker is described as a fun and affordable... -
Binatone C350BT GPS launches in Tesco for £99
Supermarket satnav 5 June 2008 16:42 GMTBinatone has expanded its satnav range with the launch of the C350BT PND with integrated Bluetooth for use as a handsfree that's on sale now in Tesco for under a ton.
The device features a 3.5-inch touchscreen, full seven digit postcode search, 2D or 3D navigation,... -
Logitech Pure-Fi Mobile Bluetooth speaker announced
Wires are for wimps 20 May 2008 11:43 GMTLogitech has announced the coming-soon launch of the Logitech Pure-Fi Mobile speaker system.
For use with mobiles that have A2DP Bluetooth (although there is also a 3.5mm jack), the speakers let you stream music wirelessly from your phone up to 10 metres away. -
Bury CV 9040 handsfree car kit debuts
Voice controlled so you don't have to take your hands of the wheel 8 May 2008 12:55 GMTA new in-car handsfree voice kit is launching in the UK today that hopes you will shun your satnav in favour of voice commands and crystal clear quality sound.
The Bury CV 9040 will cost £139.99 and give you the chance to connect your mobile phone via Bluetooth... -
Alpine launches FM and Bluetooth transmitter for car stereos
For iPods and mobile phones 22 April 2008 17:18 GMTAlpine has announced the launch of the eX-10, an "advanced" iPod controller with Bluetooth capabilities.
The eX-10 enables users to connect an iPod to any existing car stereo giving users full control thanks to the FM transmitter that broadcasts the signal from... -
Handsfree microphone launches
Clip on or monitor mountable 16 April 2008 9:24 GMT$10 will get you this handfree microphone aimed at those who want their digits available when on internet phone calls and video conferencing.
It can either be mounted on your monitor or clipped on your clothing, connects via the 3.5mm jack, weighs 25 grams... -
Sony launches USB and Bluetooth-enabled car stereo
MEX-BT3600U does music streaming and handsfree calling 26 March 2008 9:37 GMTSony has launched the MEX-BT3600U in-car CD tuner that offers a USB port on the front to plug in your USB digital music player, and A2DP Bluetooth for connecting compatible MP3 players or mobile phones through the car's speakers with no need for wires.
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CeBIT 2008: Hands-free Bluetooth speaker pillow launches
For talking on the phone. In bed. Hands-free. Ahem... 6 March 2008 16:19 GMTOne of the more unusual CeBIT launches is the "perCushion" with the all-too-innocent sounding sales pitch as follows:
"If you hate carrying your phone while you are lying on bed and having a phone call, so you might need the perCushion."
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41% motorists sans handsfree
Breaking the law! Breaking the law! 27 February 2008 8:53 GMTLast year on the 27th February 2007, a new act to increase the penalties for using a hand-held phone whilst driving came into force.
Exactly 12 months on and drivers are still breaking the law with over 40% of those who use mobile phones whilst driving doing... -
"Tie Up" hands-free speakerphone concept revealed
Bolo-esque wearable device 14 February 2008 10:22 GMTSee this? Wear it like a bolo tie - slide it up when you need it, down when you don't...
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CES 2008: Pioneer launches hybrid satnav
5.8-inch multimedia device announced 6 January 2008 17:19 GMTPioneer has launched the AVIC-F500BT that they describe as the first hybrid navigation system that brings the power of an in-dash device with the convenience of a portable system.
Designed to integrate with virtually any factory audio system, the AVIC-F500BT... -
CES 2008: Goodyear to launch eight GPS models at CES
With features "never before seen"... 4 January 2008 17:27 GMTGoodyear has announced it has entered an agreement with The NCC, who will launch the first line of Goodyear branded, driver-focused GPS navigation systems at CES.
Touted as a "rugged GPS system", the company’s eight models will have features that the two companies... -
Motorists face jail for using mobile phones
Using satnavs and MP3 players also "dangerous driving" 20 December 2007 14:52 GMTMotorists who use mobiles or smoke at the wheel could be looking at up to 2 years in jail under new guidelines.
Using a mobile phone, satnav or an MP3 player while at the wheel will be treated as dangerous driving instead of careless driving, carrying a maximum... -
TomTom 920 T announced for the UK
£400 flagship model finally hits stores 6 December 2007 9:18 GMTTomTom has finally announced the availability of the new TomTom GO 920 T in stores in the UK.
The "premium" TomTom GO 920 T comes preinstalled with complete maps of 41 countries in Europe, USA and Canada on 4GB of internal memory.
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Jabra BT2010 launches
£19.99 19 November 2007 15:07 GMTGN has introduced the Jabra BT2010, a budget headset that they say has "excellent sound quality in a small and stylish form factor".
Designed to be worn with or without an ear hook the BT2010 is available now and will set customers back just £19.99.
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GEAR4 launches BluFM FM and Bluetooth transmitter
Music streaming and hands-free calls 7 November 2007 15:28 GMTGEAR4 has launched the BluFM that they say it "not just an FM transmitter" as it also pairs up with your mobile phone to let you take calls handsfree over your car stereo.
Paired with a Bluetooth mobile phone the BluFM will interrupt our music with a ring tone... -
Jabra BT8040 headset launched with A2DP Bluetooth
Tiny 10 gram earpiece 2 November 2007 7:09 GMTGN has announced the launch of the Jabra BT8040.
Weighing just 10 grams and measuring less than 4cm in length, the Jabra BT8040 claims to "pack a punch" when it comes to audio.
Digital sound processing technology and intelligent volume controls... -
MOTOROKR T505 coming in 2008
Bluetooth speakerphone and FM transmitter 29 October 2007 16:40 GMTMotorola has unveiled the MOTOROKR T505 Bluetooth In-Car Speakerphone and Digital FM Transmitter, its first road-ready, music-oriented ROKR accessory.
The MOTOROKR T505 will let users connect a compatible Bluetooth enabled phone to the car sound system and... -
Blaupunkt TravelPilot Lucca 5.3 launches
With 40 European countries pre-loaded 29 October 2007 9:37 GMTBlaupunkt has announced the introduction of the TravelPilot Lucca 5.3 that its describing as its "next generation" portable satellite navigation offering.
The new unit comes in a slim design, incorporating a 4.3-inch touchscreen display. The colour-coded menus... -
Medion GoPal P4425 with fingerprint security feature announced
As well as the compact GoPal E3410 21 September 2007 16:11 GMTMedion has announced two additions to its GoPal range of portable satellite navigation devices.
Medion's new GoPal models include the 3.5-inch E3410 and 4.3-inch widescreen P4425.
Measuring as little as 17mm, the devices are compact and incorporate... -
Parrot RK8200 Bluetooth car stereo
A dashboard invasion from our feathered friends 12 September 2007 12:16 GMTParrot is continuing its world-domination-via-Bluetooth strategy with the launch of the RK8200, a FM/AM RDS car stereo.
Featuring an array of connections to play digital and analogue music, this is also a Bluetooth handsfree phone kit.
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Becker Mexico retro-styled GPS Car Infotainment
Perfect for your classic motor 11 September 2007 13:46 GMTThe original Becker Mexico radio was an cult Sixties design icon in Germany, the company's home country.
Taking those same retro-styled looks and adding up-to-date technology gives us the Becker Mexico of today - an all-in-one GPS slash entertainment device... -
Parrot launches DS3120 Bluetooth home stereo
For hands-free calls and wireless music streaming 29 August 2007 11:04 GMTParrot has announced the Parrot DS3120, a home stereo that combines Parrot's wireless music and handsfree calling technology in one unit.
Its aim is to let consumers enjoy their music without being tethered to headphones, allowing them to listen to music, out...
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