Cisco-Linksys CIT400 Dual-Mode Internet Telephony Kit with Integrated Skype Review

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(More customer reviews)With the CIT400 Linksys comes very close to having a 5 star gadget.I'll break my review into several parts.

Setup: 5 stars - it couldn't have been easier.I plugged the base station into my home network and turned the power on.It was that simple within a few minutes I was making calls.I already had a Skype account so I'm not sure how simple it is the sign-up via the phone.

Design: 3 stars - the phone feels like it was designed by a router company.Nothing really stands out in the design of the phone or the software interface.It's pretty functional but pales in comparison to the UI on most cell phones.Several things that could be better with the UI (and are probably fixable with a firmware upgrade): CallerID doesn't reference your contacts (like most cell phones).When phone numbers in the call log don't fit on the screen they go into a scroll mode, making them impossible to read.The phone doesn't register when another phone in the house has answered a call thus placing them under 'missed calls', my 15 year old at&t cordless phone somehow manages to do this.There is no browser interface to the phone - it would be nice to configure it this way since it is a network device.It's difficult to change Skype accounts quickly.Don't get me wrong the phone is quite functional, but many aspects of it could have been executed better.

Quality: 4 stars - overall I've been quite pleased with the quality of the Skype calls.They sometimes suffer from a delay (thus not 5star) but are good enough to replace my long distance company.

Service: 1 star - I'm probably being harsh but in today's connected world I consider it very bad form for high tech companies to not have employees that care enough to read and respond to their own online forums.I own other gadgets, like a Tivo and Roku Soundbridge, where I can find pretty much the answer to anything by reading the product forum hosted on the company web site.This is mainly because those companies have employees who seem to want to connect with their customers.It makes sense - it's an inexpensive way to support a product.In the case of the CIT400 (and other Linksys phones) the forum stinks.I have yet to see a knowledgable representative of Linksys post there.It wouldn't take a lot of effort and to me shows a lack of pride in the product.

Skype service isn't any better. When I tried to see if anything could be done to improve the delay issues I was having on some calls, I exchanged a frustrating set of emails with Skype service asking me to replace the drivers on my sound card and making sure the microphone on my PC wasn't as fault.In other words they kept sending me pre-formulated canned repsonses.

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Product Description:
The Linksys CIT400 Dual-Mode Cordless Phone with Skype is part of the iPhone family of products that use the Internet to enhance the way you communicate. The CIT400 is a full-featured cordless phone that provides an easy way to take advantage of Skype Internet calling as well as place calls over your normal phone line (PSTN) from a single device. No PC required! Just sign into your Skype account from the handset, and your contacts and their availability are displayed on your color screen. Advanced DECT cordless technology won't interfere with 802.11 wireless networks.

A user-friendly interface makes Skype-ing easy.

The base station plugs into your internet and landline connections. View larger.

Get total wireless freedom with the Skype handset. View larger. Dual-Mode capability lets you choose whether to make calls over a standard telephone line or with Skype. Just select who you want to talk to from your contact list on your handset and get ready to talk.
Of course, the handset supports SkypeOut dialing as well as your Skype contact list display. It rings when you have a Skype or SkypeIn or standard telephone call coming in, and shows the caller's ID on the screen. The handset also supports call waiting and Skype's optional voicemail service. When you're on a call, you can hit the mute button for privacy, or use the speakerphone function to let everyone join in. Other features include polyphonic MIDI ringer melodies on the handset and voice encryption for maximum security. You'll also enjoy 120 hours of standby time and six hours talk time on the handset's rechargeable battery.
The Linksys CIT400 also allows you to choose to make calls to other Skype users or over your existing standard telephone line. You'll get the convenience of a cordless phone and all its features, plus the high-quality voice reception integrated right into your Skype handset--no computer is required.
Long Range, Clear Sound, and Minimal Interference
Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunication (DECT) technology enables long range, great security, and incredible call clarity. Operating at 1900MHz, the CIT400 uses a different wavelength than the crowded 2.4GHz and 5.8GHz frequencies used by most cordless phones. So it won't interfere with wireless networks such as 802.11b or 802.11g Wi-Fi.
Easy Setup
The included Quick Start Guide walks you through the easy steps to setup your new dual-mode phone. Skype is already installed on the base station. Plug in the cables and sign into your account.
What is Skype?
Skype is a little piece of software that lets you make free calls to your friends all over the world. With an Internet connection and Skype in use at both ends, you can call anyone, anywhere in the world, for free! And with the optional SkypeOut service, you can make low cost calls to traditional landline or mobile phones worldwide at local rates.
The CIT400 has Skype software embedded in its cordless base station. Plug the integrated Ethernet port into your home network and use Skype without needing to ever turn on your computer.
What's in the Box
Handset, 2 AA NiMH batteries, charger, base station, 2 power adapters, RJ-11 cable, RJ-45 cable, quick installation, and user guide on CD.

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NuForce Icon Mobile headphone amplifier and USB DAC (black color) Review

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(More customer reviews)I have not stopped smiling since I received my NuForce Icon USB DAC. I listen to my downloaded computer music for at least 6 hours every day; 5 days a week. I have been trying to upgrade my music files to higher bit rates. I purchased high quality ear buds to get better sound. Each has made small improvements to my listening experience, but nothing compares to the HUGE improvement in sound quality that I got when I purchased the NuForce Icon USB DAC.
2 words immediately come to mind. Clarity and impact. I noticed both on the first song I played. It is unbelievable what this little DAC did to the music. I was hearing instruments and sounds that I had never heard before in some of the songs that I have listened to hundreds of times before. Truly amazing product and it's only $99.
It will not perform miracles, however. Garbage in/garbage out. If you have really poor quality music files; it can only do so much.
If, like me, you listen to a lot of music on a computer, you have got to try this little Mighty Mite.
I am truly blown away.

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Product Description:
The Nuforce Icon Mobile, along with its accessories, allows the user to obtain better sound quality from mobile music players, smart phones and personal computers. The Icon Mobile also serves as a rechargeable, high-performance headphone amplifier with adjustable gain or stand-alone USB DAC with support for Skype, Messenger or similar microphones.Desktop Applications: 1. Connected to a computer via USB, the Icon Mobile can drive a pair of active, i.e., powered, speakers. 2. The external 3.5mm stereo input, when inserted, takes precedence over the USB DAC. This function allows the user to listen to music from sources such as an iPod without having to disconnect the Icon Mobile from the computer.Mobile Applications: 1. Due to cost constrains or power consumption considerations, mobile devices such as an iPod or smart phone do not incorporate high-performance headphone amplifiers. The Icon Mobile's optional iPod connector permits the user to bypass the iPod's volume control. The compact, lightweight Icon Mobile, which can drive a variety of headphones, connects to these devices via 3.5mm stereo input.

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Philips DCM250 Docking Entertainment System Review

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(More customer reviews)I received my Philips DCM250 and have been nothing but impressed by this unit. Right out of the box, it's a gorgeous piece. Very sleek and very modern. The scrunched up photograph on the page does it no favors whatsoever, so make sure you look at the larger image. It took me no more than a few minutes to get the unit set up in my bar room and it was off to the races with my iPod.

The sound quality immediately blew me away. This unit sounds fantastic. It's got two large, ported speakers that produce the full spectrum really well. What I really noticed was how much punch the little unit could throw behind bass. It's incredible. It doesn't quit at high volumes either, it fills the largest room of my house with enough sound that it starts to resonate off the walls creating a pseudo-surround effect without any distortion whatsoever.

I chose to navigate to whatever album I wanted to listen to using my iPod wheel and just turning back to what I was doing. You can't really read the iPod screen from far enough away to bother trying to control it's playback with the remote. What the unit does do though that's special is it has full video support. You can plug it directly into your TV via component cables that are included to get a large screen and full video playback.

It has a ton of playback sources. Along with the iPod it has AM/FM radio support that can be boosted with included external antennas, it plays CDs including discs that are loaded with MP3 files and it has an Aux input and a dedicated USB input. I tested the USB input with my Sandisk Sansa Clip and was able to get playback from it also once I played with the USB mode on the Sansa. If you have a device and you want to plug it into this, there's an input for it.

I really recommend this unit. It is easily the finest iPod dock that I have ever touched in this price range.

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Philips iPhone/iPod compatible docking entertainment sytem with built-in CD player.Stylishly designed with a cool metallic finish, the sleek system features smart functions and boasts 30W RMS power for truly dynamic sound

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Tenqa SP-109 Wireless Stereo Bluetooth Speaker Review

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(More customer reviews)I was trying to find a quick speaker to use in my home gym to listen to the music on my iphone 4. This speaker works perfectly! The audio quality is great and is loud even over the sound of a treadmill, fan and large box fan! The speaker has its own volume control but you can still turn the volume up and down using the phone. It also has a great range, I walked out of the gym and up a floor and it never lost reception.

This was a GREAT find!

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Product Description:
Lose the wires between you and your music with the Tenqa SP-109 Wireless Stereo Bluetooth Speaker. With this compact wireless speaker system, you can enjoy the music on your Bluetooth enabled devices with the freedom of wireless connectivity. The SP-109 delivers full stereo sound, so you'll be freed from your ear buds while you listen to music and streaming mobile content from your iPhone, iPod touch, Blackberry, and any cell phone, computer, or other device equipped with stereo Bluetooth A2DP.
The SP-109 features Bluetooth wireless technology, so you can move around within a 33 foot range with your cell phone or MP3 player while you control and listen to your music from afar. It's a great solution for a Bluetooth enabled computer since you can stream your favorite tracks around your home or office for clear stereo sound without ever having to worry about running a single wire. And thanks to its ultra-slim design, you can place the wireless speaker system virtually anywhere in your home. Add one to your living room, bedroom, office, bathroom, or kitchen--anywhere you want to hear your music--all without the hassle of wires.
Control music from your portable device or computer while you enjoy the full stereo sound that the SP-109 delivers. Unlike an iPod speaker, you control your music from your cell phone or MP3 player in your hand. For more listening options, the SP-109 has a built-in auxiliary input, so you can connect a MP3 player with a 3.5mm audio jack to expand your listening options.Setup is simple--just pair it with any device using Bluetooth A2DP, including the iPhone or iPod touch (with the June 2009 software update), Blackberry, and any other cell phone or computer equipped with stereo Bluetooth A2DP. The SP-109 is powered with the included AC adapter, so there are no batteries to recharge. As long as you're near an outlet, you will always have access to full stereo sound. The SP-109 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker is covered by a one-year warranty.

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i.Sound DGIPOD-1500 Twin Charger for iPod; iPhone 1G, 3G Review

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(More customer reviews)I give it 5 stars becuase it does everything it is suppose to do, which is charge 2 iphones/ipods at the same time. The blue led is bright at night but the unit has a switch to turn it off. The other review gave it a con by saying it cant sync to your computer but it was not design to do that and it never said anywhere that it does. You cant give something a con for being 30 dollars when a dual charger with usb sync would be about 100.

Pros
It works
Came with adapters (MANY)
Led switch
Charges 2 iphones

Con
Kinda cheap material
Doesnt make me coffee in the morning

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The Twin Charger is the perfect solution for anyone with multiple iPhone and/or iPod models. With the Twin Charger's dual charging docks, you can charge two of your iPhone and/or iPod models at the same time. Just throw your iPod in one of the Twin Charger's two docks and enjoy the custom LED illumination while it safely charges.A great solution for couples or families, the Twin Charger features a sturdy design to ensure your iPhone and/or iPod models stay secure on your desktop or countertop. Also included are multiple docking brackets designed to hold your current iPhone or iPod models more securely in the dock as they charge. And don't worry, it's compatible with the newer iPod nano 5th Generation, iPod classic 160GB & iPod touch 3rd Generation.
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i.Sound DGIPOD-1500 Twin Charger, 110/240V AC adapter, Docking Brackets, User's Manual

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iHome IH70 Computer Stereo Speaker System with Dock for iPod (Silver) Review

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(More customer reviews)I absolutely love it!! I wasn't sure if it'd work with my iphone to play music off of but it works great. The sound is wonderful. I also hook it up to my comp if I'm watching a movie on it for a surround sound kind of experience and it's super nice. The remote is very very handy too. It's worth the price. I'd recommend to anyone. =)

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Product Description:
The iH70 charges, plays, and syncs your iPod with iTunes while it's docked securely into the base of the computer speakers. The convenient iH70 is designed with high-fidelity Reson8 speaker chambers providing 15 Watts of premium stereo power output when listening to your iPod or computer audio. Comes complete with a computer port, sync switch, and volume controls. The iH70 is the perfect space-saving product for all of your playing, charging, and syncing needs. Also includes full function remote control.


A combined solution for computer and iPod audio. Click to enlarge.
Easily accessible power and volume controls. Click to enlarge.
Full-function remote control included. Click to enlarge.
Reson8 Stereo Sound
The iH70SRC features two Reson8 drivers for superior sound. Reson8 is iHome's through-body ported speaker chamber technology. Porting speakers gives better bass response characteristics, and helps the iH70SRC deliver big sound with its 15 Watts power.
Input/Output
The iH70SRC has two input jacks located on the back of the left speaker, a computer audio jack and an auxiliary input jack.
Connect external devices like MP3 or CD players to the rear auxiliary input for your enjoyment, and enjoy private listening with the built-in headphone jack.
Full-Featured Remote
A remote control is included so you can enjoy full control of your iH70SRC from across the room.
What's in the Box
iHome iH70SRC, Remote control, AC adapter, USB cable, User manual

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