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The SharePlayer is the ultimate communications tool.  It is a FM radio, It is a recorder/recording device, It is a Ultra-sensitive microphone, it is an MP3 player, it has USB bridging capabilities, it is a thumbdrive and most of all it is a device which can copy to other thumbdrives, MP3 Players, digital camera’s, cellphones which are USB enabled and while a user is mobile and on the go.

The FlashPoint MP3 SharePlayer is a lightweight device with a glossy piano finish available in white, black and gray.  It is available in 512MB, 1GB, 2GB and 4GB storage capacities priced form $113 and down.

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Sing in the shower? Sing in the rain? Sing about any chance you can? Now why not sign with your iPod as opposed to belting out those tunes unguided. The Griffin iKaraoke offers you a compact microphone that plugs into your iPod and at the flick of a switch, existing vocals fade into the background, leaving instruments and backing vocals intact, allowing you to step up and be the next American Idol. iKaraoke sends the music and your voice (good or bad) to your stereo system for the world to enjoy via a FM transmitter or a direct connection. Finally, three levels of reverb try and help you sound your best.

Everyone’s favorite singing machine will be available in the winter of ‘06 or an undisclosed price. Now excuse me while I practice the YMCA.

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That’s right I said it and I’ll say it again. All wanna be DJ’s get out your iPods and get to work. Gemini has made its fashionably late entrance into the world of digital iPod DJ’s with their iTrax. Simply pop in two iPods filled with your favorite music and push play. A crossfader and microphone jack will give you the real feel for what being a DJ is like. A fun idea for those who already own 2 iPods. Come to think of it, if you actually own 2 iPods then you either have zero concept for the value of a dollar or have the worst case of impulse shopping known to mankind.  Either case, your diminished sense of the US dollar or your insane impulse shopping woes may not keep you from picking up this new toy. After all for the asking price tag of $230 you might as well purchase a third iPod.

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If you are a Vonage customer or are considering switching to Vonage read on, otherwise go download Skype or Gizmo and be happy.

Vonage has released a portable access point for the Vonage service, that is available for Vonage customers. For $39.99 you buy a USB drive that comes preloaded with a program that allows you to call anyone in the world from any computer in the world with two things: a network connection and a USB drive. The USB stick comes with a microphone as well as 250MB of usable memory, for you to use at your conscience.

This seems like a good buy for those of you already using Vonage, but if you are not a customer I would recommend holding off, if you intention is just to use this feature.

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American Idol hopefuls have a new tool to polish their singing skills with the American Idol Microphone Shower Radio. The Mic is a battery-operated AM/FM shower radio that has the appearance and shape of a real microphone and features the trademark American Idol logo. Consumers can use the shower radio to tune in to their favorite radio station, pick up the microphone and sing along with the songs. The American Idol Microphone Shower Radio is water resistant, has adjustable controls and includes a suction cup holder for in-shower use.

Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price for the American Idol Microphone Shower Radio is $9.95. The product is available in retail stores nationwide, including Bed, Bath & Beyond.