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Tuesday 21 July 2009

PRESS RELEASE: Music mobility with a green conscience

Solar powered wireless Bluetooth speakers launch in UK

 The UK's first solar powered wireless Bluetooth speaker launches today, thanks to leading independent UK consumer technology company, Devotec Industries.

The compact, portable 'Solar Sound' are the first portable stereo speakers to combine integrated Bluetooth technology with solar powered battery support. Bluetooth connectivity allows listeners to send their music wirelessly to the
speaker via their phone or Mp3 player and enjoy the ease of remotely sending 'commands' between the connected device and speaker, and vice
versa.

Superior sound quality is also on offer thanks to the unit's 2 x 2W speakers. Listeners can now enjoy significantly higher volume and quality stereo sound, which has historically been lacking from direct mobile or MP3 playback.

The Solar Sound is compatible with the majority of phone models, including Nokias, Blackberries and the iPhone (with use of the iPhone 3.0 software update). Plus, thanks to the included retractable headphone Solar Sound cable, any Mp3 player can be connected ensuring maximum flexibility.

The environmentally inspired speakers feature an integrated 150mA solar panel – indicated via the illuminated yellow logo when charging. This supports the built in Lithium-Ion 1500mAh battery, giving eight hours continuous play at medium volume or four hours at maximum volume.

Designed with travel in mind, it boasts a compact size (16.5 x 5.5 x 5.5 cm), light weight (260g/0.5lbs) and a 3.5mm retractable cable for added connectivity; an AC-DC plug and charging cable. Furthermore, the unit's sleek design offers additional features including modern touch screen remote controls, including forward, rewind and volume, in addition to a
built in microphone allowing it to be used for hands free communication when driving.

 The unit, including a stylish protective case, is available from www.DevotecIndustries.co.uk from today, price £59.99.

Monday 20 July 2009

Dell sets Aug 23 date for UK launch of Vostro all-in-one

iMac-like biz machine for cramped office desks

According to The Register, Dell will bring its new iMac-alike business desktop, the Vostro All In One, to the UK next month.

The AIO is not listed on the Dell website yet, but media reports state it will come with a choice of Intel Core 2 Duo processors and a range of memory, storage and graphics options, including integrated WiFi.

There's an optional Vesa mount (see picture), for fixing the AIO above your desk.

The Vostro All In One goes on sale in the US on August 11, and in UK on August 23. US prices start at $629 (£384/€448). No UK price is listed yet.




Other reports on the Vostro AIO (via Google search):

1. Dell Vostro all-in-one desktop revealed - SlashGear

www.slashgear.com/dell-vostro-all-in-one-desktop-revealed-1649623/


2. Dell's Vostro all-in-one desktop - Specs, reviews and prices.

www.mobilewhack.com/dells-vostro-all-in-one-desktop/


3. Dell's Vostro All-in-One Kinda Classes Up Office Cubicles - Dell ...

gizmodo.com/.../dells-vostro-all+in+one-kinda-classes-up-office-cubicles


4. Dell Announces Vostro All-in-One Desktop PC - Tom's Hardware

www.tomshardware.com/.../dell-vostro-all-in-one,8283.html


5. Dell Vostro All-in-One profile by Obsessable

www.obsessable.com/desktop/dell-vostro-all-in-one/


6. Electronista | Dell adds Vostro All In One desktop

www.electronista.com/articles/09/07/.../dell.vostro.all.in.one/


7. Direct2Dell - Direct2Dell - DELL COMMUNITY

en.community.dell.com/.../direct2dell/.../vostro-all-in-one-helping-entrepreneurs-reclaim-their-desks-one-desktop-at-a-time.asp...

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