14 DAY TRIAL // iHome, a supplier of iDevice speaker solutions, has launched its iW1 Wireless Rechargeable Speaker System with support for AirPlay, Apple’s wireless technology fully integrated into speaker docks, AV receivers, and stereo systems for streaming iTunes content wirelessly.
An easy-to-set-up portable speaker system, the iW1 connects via the free iHome Connect app “to stream crystal clear audio within Wi-Fi network range from your iTunes library or iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch.”
It boasts a rechargeable lithium-ion battery and a capacitive touch panel. You can control it via the iOS app or the included remote control for “a truly wireless listening experience”
The iW1 uses Bongiovi Acoustics Digital Power Station (DPS) technology and has four active speakers.
AirPlay kicks in when users wan to stream music over Wi-Fi to the unit from iTunes on their Mac, PC, iPhone, iPad or iPod touch.
The vendor notes that customers will require iTunes 10.1 or later and iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch with iOS 4.2 or later to use the AirPlay capabilities of the hardware.
"The portability, premium sound and proprietary app that ensures easy set-up, are all delivered at an affordable price; giving owners a perfect audio solution for their home," said Ezra S. Ashkenazi, President of iHome.
"We're very excited with the final result of the iW1 and all it offers from both a design and feature standpoint," said Ashkenazi.
If you’re looking to grab one for your own home, don’t look any further than the Apple Store, Best Buy, and Crutchfield, where you can purchase the product for $299 (or 211 EUR).
More info on the iW1 Wireless Rechargeable Speaker System can be found at the official iHome site.