14 DAY TRIAL // Parrot, one of the global leader in wireless devices for mobile phones, just released a new colored range of its successful stereo speakers Zikmu designed by Philippe Starck. Besides the new colors launched, White Arctic, Grey Pearl and Lime Sorbet, the company also announced a software update and a new Web interface to its application.
The highly-acclaimed NXT technology, as well as the mesmerizing sound of the Zikmu make the new colorful speakers take the listener to a whole new other dimension of music sound. Every new released color has been defined by Parrot as: the elegance of Black, the purity of White, the sobriety of Grey and the fancy of Yellow, magnified by the smart and aerial design from Philippe Starck.
"With Zikmu, we created a beautiful and a unique object for listening to music with today's digital devices," explains Henri Seydoux, founder of Parrot. "With the Zikmu 'in Color' collection, we pursue the idea of a high-tech product which is part of everyday life, similar to a piece of furniture or a decorative object. You choose it because you like it, because you will live well with it."
The new software update also includes a new Web interface with browsing mode, which enables users to select music in the iPod. An equalizer was also included, that offers pre-settings according to the chosen music themes. Every Parrot product owner, including Zikmu, can take advantage of the company's offer that gives free software updates.
Parrot Zikmu wireless speakers are fully compatible with devices, such as: iPod/iPhone via a dedicated docking station; PC, with audio streaming via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth; Mac computers and Bluetooth mobile phones, with audio streaming via Bluetooth Stereo (A2DP). Further, users will be able to connect their Parrot Zimku speakers to a television for home theater entertainment, by using an RCA line-in cable.
Here are the technical specs of the Parrot Zimku speakers: total power output 100W RMS, 50W per channel; 3-channel (Class D) digital amplifier; Frequency range: 50 Hz – 20 kHz; Compatible audio formats: MP3, LPCM; Settings: volume, R/L balance, equalizer with presets; Power supply: 70W per speaker; Maximum range: 50 feet.
Zikmu 'in Color' is available at select Design Within Reach retail locations across the United States for no less than $1,600 USD.
