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Need a HD radio? Get one for free if you buy a BMW.
HD radio, the standard that is slightly more exciting than shoelace technology, is coming to more BMWs standard. The 2009 6 and 7 Series already had HD Radio. Now the Z4 Roadster, the 1, and 3 Series will get HD Radio standard. BMW joins Ford in pushing HD Radio. Don’t know anything about HD Radio? Let’s fill you in. The HD does not stand for “high definition.” In fact, it used to stand for “hybrid…
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Audi and Aston Martin add in Bang & Olufsen sound systems
Super-premium electronics manufacturer Bang & Olufsen is partnering up with super-premium automotive brands Aston Martin and Audi to bring custom sound systems to some fancy…
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Mercedes to get new tech, partners with Harman
Harman will be providing car tech for Merceds-Benz thanks to a new deal between Harman and Daimler AG. What can you expect in your next…
Funkwerk bringing cup handsfree device to Best Buy
Today I was shown this convenient device for those of us that hate the look of Bluetooth ear pieces to mate with our cell phones. This entry by Funkwerk called the Ego Cup, sits in your cup holder and can use FM modulation to bring the voice of your caller… Continue Reading »
Microsoft, Ford add GPS, real-time traffic to SYNC service
The president of Microsoft’s Entertainment and Devices Division, Robbie Bach, announced today that the company and Ford are updating SYNC. SYNC was announced at last year’s Consumer Electronics Show and is touted as a mobile entertainment and communication platform for your mobile devices and digital audio players. Later this year,… Continue Reading »
CES 2009 Press Conference: Sony live blog
Like always Sony has made us trek all the way over to the convention center for their press conference. We are expecting the regular announcements LCD TVs, new OLED displays, cameras, new computers include the teased P series, new Blu-ray players and more. The one catch will be that Howard… Continue Reading »
Blaupunkt announces “World’s First” in-car Internet radio
Blaupunkt introduced the World’s First Internet Car Radio at CES. The company partnered with miRoamer to create the radio which will give users access to a substantial amount of Internet radio content previously not available through an in-car stereo. Dr. Gerhard Pitz, Head of the Car Stereo Product Center at… Continue Reading »
Reigncom announces iriver NV, a combination of PMP and GPS
Reigncom has recently introduced a new and more upgraded version of iriver’s NV PMP, with one of the main upgrades being GPS. It comes with normal PMP specs such as 4GB hard drive, and playing audio and video in various formats. It also comes with many GPS characteristics such as… Continue Reading »
Satellite Radio in Trouble
Satellite radio took a hit this past week as WorldSpace filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Only two weeks ago, both Chief Operating Officers resigned. WorldSpace is a subscription-based service that broadcasts news, sports, music and educational programming to over 150,000 people. They charge $5.00 - $10.00 per month for their… Continue Reading »
New Sat Nav software provides audio of historical France attractions
Normal POIs in GPSs can do only so much, such as letting you know when you come near a place that many find interesting. This new Sat Nav software takes basic POIs to the next level. This software will provide audio whenever you travel near a historically famous place in… Continue Reading »
Gadgetell Review: Jabra Sp700 - stop looking like a jerk
Product: Jabra SP700. Price and Availability: $99 out now Pros: Doesn’t make you look like a tool. Easily answer calls in your car. Makes not upgrading to the expensive new cars “tech package” a lot easier to live with. Sound is great, surround sound through speakers is even better. Cons:… Continue Reading »
Some Nokia N78’s to ship without the FM Transmitter
Its been a while since we first saw the Nokia N78 begin to show up online, it hit the FCC back in mid-March and since then it has always been touting a built-in FM transmitter as an included feature. Considering the music capabilities of the N78, that should be a… Continue Reading »
Microsoft-Hyundai partner to offer perfect voice-control system by 2010
Software giant Microsoft and Korea-based car company Hyundai reportedly have partnered so the former could provide music for the latter’s cars. By 2010, Hyundai cars to be distributed in North America only are expected to feature a voice-controlled system that is connected to the vehicle’s stereo and other mobile devices.… Continue Reading »
Palm Pre Information & Updates
Palm just introduced their next-gen smartphone, the Palm Pre, and next-gen operating system, Palm webOS. Gadgetell's got the latest Pre and webOS information and news for you right here.



