Wireless

Sonos on Wednesday unveiled the PLAY:3, a brand new all-in-one wireless music system. Small and sexy, the PLAY:3 packs in a tweeter, two mids, and a single bass radiator to deliver wall-to-wall HiFi sound - even though it measures just 5.2 x 10.5 x 6.3 inches!

Priced at $299, the PLAY:3 is the most affordable all-in-one system from Sonos. Connected to the Internet, you can play (for free) over 100,000 radio stations, as well as all the digital music stored on your computer, including your iTunes library. PLAY:3 also has access to music streaming services from AUPEO, iheartradio, Last.fm, MOG, Napster, Pandora, Rdio, Rhapsody, SiriusXM Internet Radio, Spotify, Stitcher SmartRadio, TuneIn, Wolfgang’s Vault, and more. All of this is wirelessly controlled via the free Sonos Controller Apps for Android, iPhone and iPad, or the included Sonos Controller for Mac or PC. Read more

Are you getting the sound you want from your subwoofer? If not, did you know that where it is placed can affect the sound quality? Sunfire has a new Universal Wireless Subwoofer Kit which allows you to place your subwoofer anywhere in the room so you can get optimal sound – all without the hassle of running wires under the carpet or through walls. The Kit consists of a receiver and transmitter and is compatible with any third-party manufacturer's powered subwoofer.

To use, simply connect the SDSWITX Wireless Transmitter to your A/V processor and the SDSWIRX Wireless Receiver to your subwoofer (up to 25 feet from the audio source). Place your subwoofer near a power outlet and you're set! The audio signal is then reproduced with 100 percent accuracy using digital signal transmission. For even more bass, one transmitter can support two receivers for two separate subwoofers. Read more

Elgato today unveiled HDHomeRun – a new dual network tuner that lets you watch and record live digital TV on any computer in your home network. HDHomeRun connects to a TV antenna or digital cable and wirelessly streams live television in full HD to any Mac or PC in the house. Using Elgato's included EyeTV3 software, you can watch, pause, and rewind live TV on your computer and even export recordings to iTunes for playback on an iPhone or iPad.

Powered by technology from SiliconDust, HDHomeRun even works on multiple computers - one person can watch and record TV on a Mac, and at the same time a second person can watch and record a different channel on a PC. HDHomeRun connects to your existing TV antenna or cable TV outlet, and to your router via Ethernet. Once connected to your Wi-Fi network, you can watch live TV wirelessly on a portable computer or iPad, anywhere inside the house.Read more

AVS Gear has a new Bluetooth wireless keyboard with touchpad, the ZIPPY BT-637. Not just for a computer, you can use this keyboard with your gaming console, Web TV in your living room, or a number of other devices.

Featuring an ultra-flat scissor-structure keyboard, the BT-637 boasts fast switch technology, allowing you to quickly alternate between 6 different media devices. In addition, it has an integrated touchpad mouse for scrolling and quick touch keys for immediate access to the applications you use the most. The keyboard also blends in nicely with your home entertainment system, thanks to its glossy black trim with brushed aluminum finish.

The BT-637 features:

• Bluetooth fast switch wireless technology
• Incorporated touch panel for quick navigation
• Built-in touchpad with scrolling function
• Built-in two-button mouse
• Range of 30 feet
• On/Off switch for conserving battery life

Are you looking for a wireless portable speaker that actually delivers good sound? The SuperTooth Disco is it. With its 12 watt subwoofer and two 8 watt stereo drivers, you'll be able to enjoy 28 watts of high quality audio when you're on-the-go. This Bluetooth speaker connects wirelessly to an iPhone, iPad - or even iPod Touch, along with all other phones, PCs, and MP3 players that support Bluetooth A2DP. Once connected, you can stream stereo music from your phone or from your PC or laptop to the device.

Designed to play music for hours on end, it has an integrated rechargeable battery and touts continuous play of high-volume music for about four hours, and up to ten hours of moderately played audio. It even has a "bass boost" button for those who want a little more power.Read more

Harman's AKG brand this week announced two new wireless headphones, the AKG K 830 BT and AKG K 840 KL.

The K 830 BT is Bluetooth-enabled and compatible with iPhone, iPod, and BlackBerry models and any other Bluetooth-enabled device. The K 830 BT has ear-cup-mounded controls on the headphones which allows you to raise and lower volume, answer and end phone calls, or play, pause or skip music tracks. It touts up to eight hours of playback time between charges. The AKG K 830 BT mini on-ear headphones are available now for $249 at www.harmanaudio.com/AKG830BT.Read more

This week at MacWorld, Smartvue is unveiling an all-in-one wireless HD video surveillance system called the Smartvue S9. An easy way to keep an eye on your home or business, the S9 is easy to use and works with almost any Mac, PC mobile or tablet device.

Smartvue S9 features include:

• Total Surveillance Solution with Cameras, Servers, Apps, and Remote Monitoring
• Runs from almost any Mac/PC browser or mobile device
• HD 1080p video cameras with full PTZ control
• Long range 802.11N wireless built-in
• 1TB to 3TB high-capacity video storage
• Plug-and-play installation
• Free video management service to remotely monitor video
• Easy to use point and click interface

Apple's iPad is one of the hottest gifts this holiday season. If you know someone that's getting one under the tree, why not buy them an accessory to go with it? Just announced today is the AZiO Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard for iPad, which makes typing on the iPad easy! Sure, using the iPad's touchscreen is great when you're on-the-go, but sometimes it's nice to have the feel of a regular keyboard.

Available for $49.99, the AZiO Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard for iPad has a 30-foot range and features LED indicators for battery status and Bluetooth connectivity. After initial setup, simply press any key when the iPad is within range and connection will automatically be established. It is also compatible with Apple's iPhone and Mac computers.

The AZiO Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard for iPad is available now for $49.99 and comes with a lifetime warranty (how many companies do you know who offer THAT?).

Samson has a new portable PA system with a built-in wireless microphone and rechargeable battery – the Expedition 40iw. But that's not all this portable PA system has. It comes with an onboard iPod dock, making it great for karaoke, pool parties, the classroom and more. The Expedition 40iw also has an integrated top handle and includes a stand mount.

The XP40iw features a Class D amplifier, a 6-inch woofer with titanium dome compression driver, and outputs 40 watts of sound. You can also plug in additional mics or instruments to the XP40wi's two channel inputs or link two XP40wi systems together for stereo sound.

"The XP40iw sound system is perfect for any occasion where great sound and portability are a must," said Mark Wilder, Director of Marketing for Samson Technologies. "Setup is a snap so it's easy to use at a backyard party Saturday night and to fire up the troops at a Monday morning sales meeting." Read more

Walk into any electronic superstore and you will find Internet-capable devices everywhere you look...TVs, Blu-ray players, video game consoles and more. But how can you connect all of these devices if your home router is in one room, while your home theater is in another? Netgear has a solution with its 3DHD Wireless Home Theater Networking Kit (WNHDB3004) which delivers 1080p high-definition video streams throughout the home (yes, even on another floor!).

The NETGEAR 3DHD Wireless technology includes:

• Four transmitters and four receivers built into each 3DHD Wireless adapter for Multiple Input Multiple Output transmission (4x4 MIMO), significantly increasing WiFi range and reliability.
• Dynamic digital beam forming to steer and target WiFi signals towards the receiver rather than broadcasting the signals in all directions, boosting range.
• Space Time Block Coding (STBC) to send multiple and redundant copies of the same data across different paths, minimizing packet loss and improving video reliability.
• A feedback control loop that allows the transmitter to adjust its activity based on responses from the receiver, for reliable video streaming even in a changing or high-interference wireless environment.