New Duo-i plus from Boston Acoustics

Boston Acoustics' new Duo-i plus AM/FM Stereo Radio with iPhone/iPod Connectivity is an enhanced version of their Duo-i. The new "plus" model has all the features of the Duo-i, but has a high-gloss black or high-gloss white finish with matching metal grilles. It will be available in October 2009 for $249.99.

The Duo-i plus includes a remote to control the music on your iPod/iPhone when it is connected to the dock. It also has Works With iPhone certification so you can receive calls when your iPhone is docked and be assured that there will be minimal cell phone interference. An AM/FM radio is included and you can connect additional media players using one of the two auxiliary inputs. A composite video output lets you watch iPhone/iPod video content on your TV, and the unit has stereo headphone outputs as well. There is also a subwoofer line level output to connect a subwoofer to the system.

The Duo-i plus has two full-range 3 ½" speakers. Each speaker is isolated in separate acoustic chambers, and the unit has BassTrac audio processing, all giving you the excellent sound quality that you would expect from Boston Acoustics.

The clock features dual alarms, a sleep timer and the touch sensitive 360˚ Snooze Bar. The entire front aluminum trim of the radio is touch-sensitive, so all you have to do to activate the snooze function is touch any part of the aluminum trim. You can wake up to a song on your iPhone/iPod, AM/FM radio station, or an alarm sound.

The Duo-i plus will be available in October for $249.99 with optional metal grilles in a variety of colors (sold separately for $14.99). Find out more at www.BostonAcoustics.com.