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Altec Lansing’s Upgrader series of headphones will target audio enthusiast not satisfied with the ear buds included with their digital media player and looking for “upgraded” sound, style and fit (the style and fit comes from parent company Plantronics).

Pricing for the series will range from $29 to $199. Altec Lansing’s Upgrader Series headphones will offer seven wearing styles in two categories.

SnugFitTM models are made from soft, flexible materials that conform to the shape of the ear to seal out noise and improve sound quality. Styles will include:

• SnugFit InEar Earphones powered by technology from Ultimate Ears. These earphones feature passive noise occlusion including microdriver and armature technologies.


• SnugFit Earbud Earphones have a patent-pending ear pad designed with Altec Lansing’s Golden Ear Technology for a “perfect fit”. Models will include three sizes of soft silicone ear pads or high-tech memory foam ear pads.


• SnugFit OverEar Headphones have a lightweight, brushed spring steel construction and Active Noise Reduction technology, stereo Bluetooth, or SRS surround sound.

AirFitTM models made from breathable materials for increased listening time and enjoyment. Models include:

• AirFit Small and Large Ear Clips have a moisture-resistant construction and feature a stainless steel and silicone ear hangar design that offers a secure ear suspension system that makes them ideal for sports.


• AirFit BehindNeck Headphones and AirFit OnEar Headphones have eyewear-grade titanium that makes these headphones flexible. Other features will include stereo Bluetooth wireless convenience and titanium wire neck backs.

UHP307 pictured above

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Wow if this doesn’t create excitement what does? Apple has changed their homepage image to the one seen above.

The first 30 years were just the beginning. Welcome to 2007.

As if there was not enough buzz around the company, they have certainly succeeded in reinvigorating the rumors and longing for shiny new gadgets and software in 2007. We already know that Apple will be upgrading their OS, from Tiger to Leopard around Q3 2007 as well as entering the living room space via the “iTV.” Other expectations are a HD Apple Cinema display with HDMI, Blu-ray support for the Mac Pro, the long awaited Apple phone, as well as the forever rumored video iPod.

Can we expect other new products/services from Apple? Be sure of it. How about some thinner, faster, sleeker MacBook Pros, maybe a MacBook tablet, doubling the memory of the nano and shuffle, HD iTunes downloads, more movie studios on iTunes, as well as other gadgets here and there.

Gadgetell Contest: We want to know what your Apple wishes are for 2007. Post them as a comment below and we’ll pick five winners at random. If you win, we will send one of the following items:

• Altec Lansing’s M602 iPod speaker dock ($199)


• Altec Lansing im500 iPod speaker dock ($129)


• Myvu personal media view for the iPod ($299)


• DLO Homedock ($99)

The rules…

The Rules:

• You may only enter this contest one time


• The winners will be sent a notice via email and has 72 hours to reply with their mailing address to claim their prize — make sure you use a valid email address


• You will be shipped your prize as soon as we get it into the mail, but don’t worry it’s coming


• Contest only valid in the continental 48 states


• Contest is open until 11:59pm PST on Friday, January 5, 2007


• Gadgetell has the right to use any and all submissions in any way, shape or form; but will never sell your submission nor your contact information.

Good luck!

The Gadgetell redesign is live and bugs are being worked out. Here is the last chance to enter to win Altec Lansing’s iM7 iPod speakers. This is a sweet iPod dock (one of many in this giveaway) goes for $249.99 on the non-Gadgetell market, but just a comment is required here (no we will not pay your ISP charge). Check out the product page.

To enter: All you have to do is leave a comment on the original post (the link will bring you there) wishing us a happy birthday. We will be giving away at least one gadget away each week until we run out. This post will close tonight, then we’ll pick the winner at random, assuming you don’t cheat. The rules:

• You may only enter this contest one time


• You can only win once during the extent of the “v2 giveaway” contests, but can enter each one


• The winner will be sent a notice via email and has 72 hours to reply with their mailing address to claim their prize—make sure you use a valid email address
• You will be shipped your prize as soon as we get it into the mail, but don’t worry it’s coming

Good luck!

The Gadgetell redesign is live and causing quite a buzz here at headquarters. On top of that we just celebrated our first birthday...on October 9th - yes we still will accept presents - so we have a lot to be happy about. Most importantly we are thankful that you, our loyal readers, keep coming back day after day, searching for something to scratch that tech itch. While we will celebrate a bit here, this giveaway is our way to celebrate with you.

So without further ado the Altec Lansing iM7 is up first. This is a sweet iPod dock (one of many in this giveaway) goes for $249.99 on the non-Gadgetell market, but just a comment is required here (no we will not pay your ISP charge). Check out the product page.

To enter: The contest is now closed. Enter product giveaway #2.

The rules:

• You may only enter this contest one time


• You can only win once during the extent of the “v2 giveaway” contests, but can enter each one


• The winner will be sent a notice via email and has 72 hours to reply with their mailing address to claim their prize—make sure you use a valid email address
• You will be shipped your prize as soon as we get it into the mail, but don’t worry it’s coming

Good luck!

It’s almost holiday season again! As you dream up your wish list, Altec Lansing’s sparkling new speaker systems will have you jingling all the way.

Want to fill your living rooms with sound and style? Prepare to be stunned with the new M602. Looking for the perfect slim partner for your iPod nano? The new inMotion iM500 is the best-sounding definition of thin! Want to crank up the volume on your PC for a rich gaming, music or film experience? Check out the new FX Series. Interested in adding life to your Sandisk Sansa? Check out the new inMotion iM510. Whatever your sound and style needs, Altec Lansing has an audio solution…

The inMotion iM500 (MSRP $129.95) is Altec Lansing’s super-thin portable speaker system. Designed to complement the sleek iPod nano’s form factor, the iM500 offers more than just good looks. Experience richer sounds from the two custom full-range drivers, plus built–in bass enhancement technology. And, it’s all wrapped up in a package that’s similar in thickness to a DVD case.

The M602 (MSRP $199.95) is Altec Lansing’s latest powered audio system, perfect for music lovers looking for a high-end, stereo-like audio experience with crisp, clear highs and room-thumping lows at loud volumes. Sleek and elegant-looking, the M602 will add style to any home or office décor and is perfectly sized to fit on an end table, bookshelf, countertop or desktop.

Altec Lansing’s new PC speaker systems, the 2.1 FX4021 (MSRP $129.95) and the 5.1 FX5051 (MSRP $249.95) were designed for music, gaming and movie lovers alike, with cutting-edge looks and booming sounds. The FX4021 features 5.25” drivers and two subwoofers located in a single cabinet that deliver the same high-quality bass typically found in systems twice as large. And, at the touch of a button, the system will produce a wider stereo image for bigger sound. The FX5051 is the market’s first 5.1 system that can be plugged in via a USB cable, in addition to standard analog connection. Games and movies will come alive with its genuine 5.1 surround sound, and no channel card is required to get six discrete channels of sound from this powerhouse. The compact size and contemporary design will complement any digital living space – and it can even be mounted on the wall next to your new flat-panel monitor.

Whether you’re out with your friends or dancing at home, the inMotion iM510 (MSRP $119.95) will add salsa to your Sansa. About the size of a paperback book and weighing a little more than 1 lb., the iM510 is small enough to carry in a book bag so you can play your favorite tunes out loud, anywhere. And, four custom-designed drivers and MaxxBass technology provide enough volume to keep you singing along all night long. 

Altec Lansing just released the XM3120 speaker system, a speaker dock for the Delphi Roady XT and Audiovox Xpress XM car receivers. Retail price is around $100 which isn’t to bad to let you bring your XM inside. Altec Lansing said this about their new XM speaker dock:

The system contains specially engineered drivers to deliver a full spectrum of pure, distinct sound, as well as bass enhancement technology that pumps out quality bass without the need for a sub-woofer. Its contemporary design and compact size make it an ideal accessory for any room in the home or office. And, it includes a 20-foot home antenna for exceptional reception no matter your location.

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