Panasonic today introduced two new iPod docks from their D-Dock series in the form of the SC-HC4 and HC3. These slim iPod docking station provide an AM/ FM tuner, a digital amplifier delivering 20Watts × 2 channels output, a CD player and a SD card slot (SC-HC4 only). The speakers are made of a high quality Bamboo fiber material to make it lightweight and produces deep sound. The Panasonic SC-HC4 will be available in silver, pink and black for 40,000 Yen ($450) and the Panasonic SC-HC3 will be available in silver for 35,000 Yen ($400). Only the Panasonic SC-HC4 model that will be capable of transferring or ripping any CDs into SD or SDHC cards at a speed up to 8x. [Akihabara]
The Wall of Sound (WOS) by Brothers is a huge iPod speaker that measures 950mm x 1250mm x 300mm and weighing 102 Kg. The speaker boasts 28 elements, an iPod dock, and a frequency response of 40Hz – 20,00kHz. Each unit is hand made and the second generation model is currently available for pre-order. The Wall of Sound (WOS) Giant iPod Speaker retails for $4,495 each. [Product Page]
iLuv today released the iMM183 alarm clock radio that can charge and play two iPhones or iPods at the same time. The gadget also features the NOAA weather radio that will alert you with text when a storm or another imminent threat is close to the radio’s location. Additional features include 10 pre-programmed channels, an archive of 10 alert messages, an integrated FM radio and a buzzer. You can purchase the iLuv iMM183 for $150 each. [ipodnn]
Pure Siesta iDock is actually a combo gadget that features a stereo DAB/ DAB+ with an FM radio, an alarm clock, and an iPod/ iPhone dock. The cool part of this gadget is that it has the Pure PowerPort, which provides power for USB accessories including mobile phone chargers, reading lights, bedside fans and cup warmers. The Pure Siesta iDock will be available in time for Christmas 2009 for around £89.99 ($146). [Press Release]
The Synnex iP88 features two docks allowing you to charge both of your iPhone and iPod simultaneously. The gadget also has a digital AM/FM tuner, EQ controls, and a 3D sound for an enhanced audio experience. Each purchase comes with a remote control for your convenience. The iP88 draws its power from the supplied AC adapter. Measuring 230mm x 90mm x 108mm and weighing 2Kg, the Synnex iP88 dual dock clock radio is available in Japan for approx. 17,800 Yen ($195). [FarEastGizmos]
JVC has rolled out a new series of iPod Docks called the XS-SR3. Coming in either white or black color option, these iPod docks boast two 2.5W cradle speakers, an analog and digital external inputs, DSP and Virtual Dolby Surround support. They also support the entire iPod range including Mini, Nano, Photo, Video, Classic and Touch. Sadly, there’s no word on pricing and availability yet. More
