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In the second part in our series of Nokia N95 reviews Rafe takes a comprehensive look at the music and audio functionality of the N95. Covering music software (phone and PC), Bluetooth, UPnP and more, we ask whether the Nokia N95 measures up to the competition provided by stand alone digital audio players.

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Paradigm Electronics has released a new line of speakers meant to complement flat screen television home theater systems. The Paradigm Millenia 300 speakers are long and thin, packing six drivers into a four-foot aluminum frame that sits on a glass base. The 300 also has three 5-1/2-inch precision-engineered mineral-filled polypropylene bass cones with neodymium magnets and the new HTD[TM] system. The speakers have a composite MDF/aluminum baffle andan acoustically inert extruded-aluminum enclosure to offer big sound in a slim silhouette. The speakers sell for $1,999 per pair.

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There is something very satisfying about the simple shiny black cube design of this alarm clock from Rosendahl. Like the pyramids of Giza or the enigmatic monolith from 2001, basic geometric shapes can often project a strong, timeless message. This one clearly says, "I own a very 1337 alarm clock and, so sad, you do not." We like that message.

High functionality is at the core of Rosendahl’s new series of timepieces. This alarm clock has a digital display, a snooze function and it lights up automatically when the alarm is set. It also has a blue backlight display. Designed by Flemming Bo Hansen. Integrated crystal and case made of polycarbonate crystal.

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If you’re handy with the screwdriver and want to equip your PS3 with a bigger hard drive you might want to check out this neat little Playstation 3 HDD replacement guide. It tells you how to pimp your PS3 with a standard 2.5″ Notebook SATA drive (of any size). Cool.

Playstation 3 HDD Replacement Mini-Guide [gamersreports.com]
via [Gizmodo]

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If you want to add some serious bass to your cinema or stereo solution you might be interested in checking out these new subwoofers from Certwin Vega. The models are called CVA-121 and CVA-118 and the 121 features a 21-inch woofer while the 118 has the smaller (but still huge) 18-inch woofer element. The 21-inch version features a 1200 watt built-in amplifier and utilizes their patented Stroker technology which utilizes a three spider driver design to optimize cone excursion and voice coil efficiency.

Full press release from Cerwin Vega:

Cerwin Vega! Announces the First 21-inch Active Subwoofer on the Market Using Legendary Stroker™ Technology

New line of active subwoofers to launch at Musikmesse include 21-inch and 18-inch

Hollywood, Fla. – (March 29, 2007) – Cerwin Vega!, a leading manufacturer of loudspeakers and audio products, proudly announces the introduction of a new line of professional active subwoofers at Musikmesse. The Cerwin-Vega Active Series consists of two unique models, CVA-121 and CVA-118, featuring Cerwin Vega’s legendary driver design and bass performance, incorporated in a small compact footprint. Built-in amplifiers provide a completely integrated active system, and a functional cast aluminum grill doubles as a heat-sink to minimize power compression and maximize driver performance. Along with XLR and ¼-in connectors, the CVA subwoofers have Master/Slave output connectors that allow for multiple CVA subwoofers to be daisy-chained together using a single signal. The subwoofers also feature a 35 mm pole-mount socket to accommodate a satellite speaker for full range performance and the CVA-121 includes removable steel casters for portability. Both subwoofer enclosures are constructed of 18 mm hardwood and finished with the option of a durable Coolex® polyurethane paint or high-grade black carpet finish.

From the company who pioneered bass and subwoofer technology, Cerwin Vega is the first loudspeaker company to successfully design a 1200 watt, 21-inch active subwoofer. The CVA-121 features Cerwin Vega’s innovative Stroker technology, which utilizes a three spider driver design to optimize cone excursion and voice coil efficiency. The powerful built-in 1200 watt (2400 watt peak), high-efficiency Class H amplifier provides a highly-qualified amp solution. In addition, the CVA-121 includes a unique onboard parametric equalizer that allows for added adjustment of the gain, frequency and Q for customized performance options. To add to its unique design, the subwoofer is housed in a cabinet the size of a traditional 18-inch subwoofer, and includes a striking cast aluminum grille design.

CVA-121
• High-Performance 21-inch Woofer with Stroker™ Technology
• Powerful Built-in 1200 watt Amplifier, 2400 watt Peak
• Solid 18-mm Hardwood Enclosure Construction
• Durable Coolex® Polyurethane Paint Finish or Carpet Finish
• Versatile Onboard Parametric Equalizer
• Scalable with Multiple Subs using Master/Slave Outputs
• Convenient Stereo Crossover Outputs
• Weight: 180 lb (81 kg)
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 31.75 in x 23.5 in x 23.5 in - 806 mm x 533 mm x 533 mm
• MSRP $1,999

The CVA-118 boasts a high-performance 18-inch Cerwin Vega woofer for extreme power handling and exceptional low-frequency response. Like its 21-inch big brother, the CVA-118 features built-in amplification for an integrated, all-in-one solution but with 700 watt (1400 watt peak) of high performance output. The overall size of the subwoofer is also minimal, housed in an enclosure the size of a standard 15-inch subwoofer.

CVA-118
• High-Performance 18-inch Cerwin-Vega! Woofer
• Powerful Built-in 700 watt Amplifier, 1400 watt Peak
• Solid 18-mm Hardwood Enclosure Construction
• Durable Coolex® Polyurethane Paint or High Grade Carpet Finish
• Scalable with Multiple Subs using Master/Slave Outputs
• Convenient Stereo Crossover Outputs
• Weight: 115 lb (52 kg)
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 25.0 in x 21.0 in x 23.5 in - 635 mm x 533 mm x 597 mm
• MSRP: $1,499

Richard Ngo-Tran, Cerwin Vega’s Product Marketing Manager, commented on the company’s new line of active subwoofers, “We’ve built a 50 year legacy on mastering the art of bass and continue that heritage today with the CVA subwoofer line. An active subwoofer series that demonstrates a level of innovation, uniqueness, and value is true to the Cerwin-Vega corporate culture.”

Thanks Mark.

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If you have run out of HDMI ports on your flat screen you might want to check out a HDMI switcher. I wrote about the automatic HDMI swithcer yesterday, but here’s another one that lets you hook up 4 different HDMI devices and switch between them with a remote or using the buttons on the unit. The device is only $99 and if you got a Mac mini Apple TV this one will match the design perfect.

XtremeHD - HDMI Switcher [xtrememac.com]

Thanks Mark.

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The usual homemade wallet is some kind of weird duct tape invention. This one is different. It’s made out of old computer keyboard parts and the end results is pretty cool - or what do you think?

Wallet made from a computer keyboard [instructables.com]
via [digg]

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Microsoft has unveiled their new mobile browser know as DeepFish. DeepFish’s goal is to bring surfing on a mobile phone close to surfing the Net on a PC. Now we know that Apple’s iPhone will have this function. It uses the Safari web browser native to Macs.
If you have ever connected to the Internet and [...]

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March 29, 2007 After more rumours (and denials) than you can shake a stick at, Microsoft have officially announced the new Xbox 360 Elite, and somehow managed to leave us with more questions than answers. What we can safely tell you is that it’s got an HDMI port, comes with a 120GB HDD…and it’s black…

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The Ogo devices are known for their blending of blogging, Instant Messages, SMS, and other forms of social networking. Web browsing is made easy, especially with a full QWERTY keyboard.

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