Category: Manufacturers
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CONFIRMED: AirPlay Cannot Stream to Multiple Speakers from iOS, but there is a Workaround
Dave asked earlier if Apple’s AirPlay was able to stream to multiple speakers (or devices) from iOS. It is a good question that we didn’t have the answer to so we decided to find out for ourselves and post our findings (including a workaround) below. Since there are currently no available AirPlay speakers, I…
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iOS 4.2 Today!
Looks like the long awaited update to Apple’s iOS, version 4.2, is coming out today at 10am PT. iOS 4.2 brings with it AirPlay and multitasking to the iPad, among other things like FREE find my iPhone. Yes! You can check out all the details here.
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UPDATE: iOS 4.2 Delayed
Looks like Apple’s release of iOS 4.2 with AirPlay was delayed due to some WiFi issues. Expect it sometime in the next few weeks. Come on Apple – we want our AirPlay!
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iHome iW1 AirPlay Wireless Speaker
iHome recently updated the page for their new rechargeable AirPlay enabled speaker dubbed the iW1. iHome’s iW1 features AirPlay which lets you stream digital lossless audio over Wi-Fi from iTunes. Control is via a backlit capacitive touch panel. You can have multi-room ability with multiple units and portability thanks to a built-in rechargeable li-ion…
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Marantz Melody Media AirPlay Music System
Marantz’s first AirPlay system, the Melody Media, provides Apple’s AirPlay via an optional (paid) firmware upgrade. In addition to AirPlay the unit features a CD drive, AM/FM, internet radio streaming from services like Last.fm, a USB hookup to connect your iPod directly as well as an ethernet and wi-fi connection. All your music is…
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Apple Remote 2.0 Featuring AirPlay
Apple’s latest update to their popular remote app for the iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch still gives you control of iTunes to your AirPort enabled devices and now provides AirPlay and Apple TV support. In addition to AirPlay and Apple TV support, the updates include an optimized display for iPad’s large screen size and the iPhone retina display.
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Denon’s N7 AirPlay System
Denon’s new RCD-N7 CD Receiver and SC-N7 Speakers (sold separately) combine to make the new N7, 2.1 channel, AirPlay Capable System. The RCD-N7 features streaming from Rhapsody, Napster, Last.fm and Pandora. You can stream from any networked PC and with the Apple AirPlay firmware upgrade you’ll be able to stream from iTunes. There is also…
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Denon Apple AirPlay A/V Receivers Announced
Denon has announced Apple’s AirPlay will be added to their 2010 lineup of A/V networked receivers. Look for product models ending in “11” like Denon’s AVR-4311CI. Exact date is unconfirmed but Denon has said it will cost $49 to do a firmware upgrade to existing, compatible networked A/V receivers. BUY NOW from Amazon …
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iHome AirPlay Wireless Speaker System
It looks like iHome is the first on the block with their new iHome AirPlay wireless speaker system. Details are minimal, but it looks like this is a nicely designed system with a rechargeable battery. Expect to see these this holiday season.