Scosche’s new boomBOTTLE H2O won’t help you stay hydrated but it will provide the tunes while you get wet and wild. The durable, IP67 waterproof and dustproof rated device features an up-firing 50mm speaker and passive subwoofer, 33 foot Bluetooth range, and up to 11 hours of continuous playback with its rechargeable battery. It even offers a unique bottle shape so that it fits perfectly in water bottle cages and cup holders. It is rated to be submerged for up to 30 minutes, but hat shouldn’t be a problem because it has been designed to float if it falls overboard.
Category: Audio
Make a Move
PureGear is moving forward – with its PureMove sports armband that allows users to “wear” their music on their sleeve! This new case features a washable band with Dry+Flex technology and can securely hold an iPhone 5/5c/5S on the sleeve while still providing access to the screen, while an optional cord management clip offers storage for excess headset cables.
Rocket Powered
When heading out into the wilds less can be more as the new Rocket Torch from Pyle Audio proves. This sleek cylinder is both a multi-functional speaker and flashlight equipped. It is equipped with Bluetooth technology, FM radio, mini SD card slot and AUX-IN jack. It is water resistant yet weighs less than a pound, while the Bluetooth technology allows users to connect to any iOS, Android or PC device and listen to music and phone calls up to a distance of 32 feet.
It also offers a bright, energy efficient LED flashlight that can be clipped to a backpack or even a bike for traveling at night. This is one rocket that will light the way and rock out the tunes.
Panasonic Gets Sporty
Panasonic has introduced its new earbud-style headphones that can handle your workout. The Panasonic HS34 Sport Clip Headphones are designed with an ear-clip style with an adjustable hanger size for individual fit. These offer a lightweight design and water and sweat resistance, which make these headphones ideal for joggers, runners or anyone who enjoys listening to music while exercising or outdoors. The flexible ear hanger is both durable and comfortable and resists popping off the ear if the headphone cord is accidentally pulled.
The Panasonic RP-HS34 Headphones are available in black, yellow, red, purple, blue, and white, and are just about $20.
Allo Allo!
The Allo promises to be the world’s first bike mount-speaker combination, which can provide riders with a safer way to access a smartphone while riding. The Allo features a built-in speaker that can allows users to listen to music, navigation and even make phone calls without having to take their hands off the handlebars and without the need of headphones.
“I’m passionate about biking and music and saw there was no safe product out there that let me combine the two,” said Benji Miller, inventor of the Allo. “After seeing many cyclists illegally and unsafely use their earbuds or phones while riding, I wanted to create a way for people to use their smartphones while still being safe, which is when I first started designing and creating the Allo. With design experts on the team, they fine-tuned the concept to what it is today.”
Miller launched a Kickstarter project earlier this month to help produce the Allo. Video after the jump
Get Pumped Up
BlueAnt is looking to pump it up with its new wireless multi-sport headphones that promise to deliver unrivaled HD audio in what is billed as an “Aussie design.” The PUMP HD Sportbuds are IP67 waterproof certified and can be immersed in up to 3 feet of water for up to 30 minutes. The Bluetooth earbuds further features a military-grade, rugged design to protect the premium audio components – which include 12.5 mm diameter drivers, Mylar composite diaphragms, Neodymium magnets and overhung voice coils – from rain, dust, debris, sweat and can be rinsed off post-workout without fear of damage.
These were developed in Australia over a three year period in coloration with extreme athletes and performance fitness enthusiasts. The result is the PUMP, which promises deep, thumping sound that is designed to let the beat set the pace.
More Than Just Walking and Talking
The concept of Walkie Talkies is so old school, and the new Motorola Talkabout MU350R two-way radios blend powerful wireless communications with practical emergency preparedness features and robust weather-proof housing. These can be paired with a Bluetooth headset, which allows for easy outdoor hands free communication, with the option to monitor radio channels and built-in push-to-talk (PTT) functionality.
The MU350R features Talkabout Clear, which enhances sound quality for clearer transmissions at a higher volume by reducing distortion with a Class D amplifier.
Audio Gets in Focus
Music and working out just go so well together, but having earbuds that can go the distance has often been the problem. Earbuds that fall out of the ears are worse than no headphones at all. The Yurbud Focus will still in place thanks to Twist Lock silicone ear plugs while the over-the-ear mount will let you run, jump and more without fear. These also provide freedom as they can connect wirelessly via Bluetooth to portable music players, meaning you need to worry about let cable.
These are also resistant to sweat and light rain, and have about eight-hours of battery life, while the fabric cord will help ensure they don’t get all tangled up.
Voombox Brings the Noise
A boombox will let you get “the party started,” but the Divoom Voombox Outdoor speak might just let you take it on the go. This 15w water resistant Bluetooth speaker is designed specifically for rugged conditions while offering a 12-hour battery life. It features a durable, water resistant design and can stream music wirelessly via Bluetooth 4.0.
The speaker offers twin two-inch drivers along with one tweeter and two passive radiators – enough to fill a room or outdoor area with the tunes. Continue reading Voombox Brings the Noise
Random Noise It Isn’t
Roq Out
Hypercel is looking to let you rock out with the Roqout, a water-resistant and sandproof Bluetooth speaker. This mono speaker features a 50mm speaker drive and passive radiator and offers 4.5 hours of playback from the built-in 500mAh Li-ion rechargeable battery. This small package packs a big punch. Continue reading Roq Out
SHOT Show: Ear Here
We often think of products that provide better audio quality, such as sports headphones, but sometimes silence is better. Sometimes hearing protection is just as important as audio fidelity. This week at SHOT Show SportEar will be offering attendees some quiet via its new XP earplugs, designed to protect the hearing of sport shooters. SportEar’s products are used by the likes of Jim Hanson and Andra Olson, mounted shooting champions and Colt spokespersons as well as hunters and sport shooters around the world.
We’ll be happy to check them out and hear what they have to say at this week’s SHOT Show.
CES: Head Above the Rest
At last week’s International CES Audio-Technica expanded its SonicSport fitness-oriented headphones lineup with the ATH-CKP200iS ear hook style headphones, which feature a mic, volume and control functionality.
The ATH-CKP200iS (SRP: $US44.95) offer an IPX5-certified waterproof rating and is sweat-proof and washable, while its hinged ear hook adjusts around the ears for a perfect fit. These fitness headphones come with both standard silicone and ridged XS/S/M and L eartips to provide a choice of greater sound isolation or allowing in a low amount of ambient sound for greater safety outdoors.