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Logitech Pure-Fi Anywhere
Boy, was I glad to see that my archaic, but trusted, iPod Mini worked with Logitech's new Pure-Fi Anywhere portable speakers. I always worry that the latest products relating to iPods will not support it, but this speaker system can take any version iPod that has a docking connector. It's quite a nice piece of technology.
You will be surprised at the sound that this little travelling speaker set can produce. From the 3.6" x 13.2" x 1.5" body come rich, quality sounds, which, to be honest, I did not expect. The Stereo XL feature is said to increase or widen the sound field but, frankly, I could not pick up the difference.
As an upgrade to Logotech's mm50 speaker system, the difference in sound quality in normal mode is notable. The Pure-Fi Anywhere speakers boast 2" active Max-XTM, high-excursion drivers with neodymium magnets and 3" pressure drivers to give you that deep base you always want when listening to great music.
As impressive as the sound quality is, it is the added features that were previously not available on this system that got me excited.
For starters, the Pure-Fi Anywhere has a built-in rechargeable battery that gave me just over nine hours of playtime after a single charge. Also cool is the battery-life indicator light that tells you where power levels are and when to recharge. Now you never have to wonder when the speakers are going to simply shut down on you.
When plugged into the wall socket for a recharge, your iPod also charges at the same time. A bonus is that while all this is happening, you can still play music.
The ultimate coolness for me, however, lies in the wireless remote control. Apart from the normal play/pause, next/fast forward, previous/rewind, and volume controls, it also gives you control over the iPod menus, so you don't have to get up and change settings. The remote also features loop and shuffle buttons - also available on the speaker itself - and the Stereo XL button.
The speaker system has a simple and elegant design without too many frills to give it that overkill look; it comes in glossy white with silver speaker grids, or piano black with black speaker grids. The carry case is much sturdier than previous models, but still has no handle. I believe a handle will make carrying it just that much easier, but that's just me.
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You will be surprised at the sound that this little travelling speaker set can produce. From the 3.6" x 13.2" x 1.5" body come rich, quality sounds, which, to be honest, I did not expect. The Stereo XL feature is said to increase or widen the sound field but, frankly, I could not pick up the difference.
As an upgrade to Logotech's mm50 speaker system, the difference in sound quality in normal mode is notable. The Pure-Fi Anywhere speakers boast 2" active Max-XTM, high-excursion drivers with neodymium magnets and 3" pressure drivers to give you that deep base you always want when listening to great music.
As impressive as the sound quality is, it is the added features that were previously not available on this system that got me excited.
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| Digital Life says: We were surprised by the quality of sound from these small speakers and we love it, especially the remote and its added features :- ) The added controls of your iPod through the wireless remote is awesome :- ( Where is the handle for the carry case?? Price: R1 225 - www.clickdirect.co.za |
When plugged into the wall socket for a recharge, your iPod also charges at the same time. A bonus is that while all this is happening, you can still play music.
The ultimate coolness for me, however, lies in the wireless remote control. Apart from the normal play/pause, next/fast forward, previous/rewind, and volume controls, it also gives you control over the iPod menus, so you don't have to get up and change settings. The remote also features loop and shuffle buttons - also available on the speaker itself - and the Stereo XL button.
The speaker system has a simple and elegant design without too many frills to give it that overkill look; it comes in glossy white with silver speaker grids, or piano black with black speaker grids. The carry case is much sturdier than previous models, but still has no handle. I believe a handle will make carrying it just that much easier, but that's just me.
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