"Philips unveils new Fidelio docking speakers for Android ecosystem
Berlin, Germany – Philips is adding to its successful series of Fidelio docking speakers with a new range for Android smartphones and tablets, which will be launched at IFA. The Fidelio docking speakers for Android™ are based on the same speaker systems as the Fidelio for Apple range, so you can be sure to enjoy a stunning sound from your Android phone or tablet but with all the functionality you need for a simple experience.
As the micro USB connector on Android smartphones are placed in different positions and orientations on each phone, Philips has developed a unique connector design that adjusts in three dimensions to hold any phone in both portrait and landscape positions. This means you can dock and charge most Android phones and your phone will always be positioned at the centre of the speaker for the best sound experience.
To immediately enjoy your music in the simplest way, Philips has developed a dedicated Fidelio app for Android, which will automatically pair your smartphone with the docking station via Bluetooth. Using Philips Songbird media player, you can discover and play all your media and sync it seamlessly with the docking speaker. Its intuitive features let you discover new artists and music styles through music and media stores, services and websites. For completely hassle-free music enjoyment, you can play your own library and media straight from the web and effortlessly sync all of it from your PC to your Android devices.
The Fidelio for Android range includes the following devices:
The clean lines of the curved back on the Fidelio for Android (AS851) not only looks remarkable, but also creates a more effective structure for acoustics and precisely tuned bass pipes for deep, tight bass reproduction so you’ll experience a superb crystal-clear sound. This model comes with Philips Digital sound processing for lifelike, distortion-less music and 30W RMS total output power.
This slightly smaller Fidelio for Android (AS351) will give you the right sound at home and on the go. With the option to choose between battery and AC power, you can enjoy your music anywhere. This model offers Dynamic Bass Boost to preserve low tones for deep bass at any volume level and comes with 10W RMS total output power. A special shielding technology blocks mobile phone interference whilst the AUX-in at the back side of the device means you can connect almost any electronic device.
The third model in the range, the Fidelio for Android (AS111) comes in an elegant and compact design that looks gorgeous from every angle and fits onto every bedside table. Its 360-degree design gives a rich omni-directional sound to fill your bedroom, whilst neodymium speakers deliver a pure balanced sound so you can wake up to a great sound from your Android phone."
source: ifa . philips . com
i guess it works on defy
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At present, when I ride my motorbike into work, I listen to my iPod shuffle. I'm wondering about using my Kaiser for this instead. I got a cheap little USB plug in that allows me to connect regular headphones to it, but what else would anyone recommend?
Whats the best media player for a Windows Mobile 6 device? I'd like one that remembers where you are in a mp3 (for listening to long podcasts over a few trips).
Are there any specific headphones anyone would recommend? I have a Bluetooth intercom in the helmet, which I might try connecting up. The music wouldn't sound so good, but I could take phone calls on the bike then...
Coreplayer is good. It remembers last played location in song/video. But its not free.
I'd recommend Bose Quite Comfort As you already have an adaptor to connect to.. But it wont fit in ur helmet though.
I use mine instead of my MP3 player - if you put it into flight mode, the battery lasts for ages. I quite like HTC Audio Manager - works better the media player imo.
Headphone wise, I'd probably recommend some Shure E3C's - quite expensive, but great quality, and cut out plenty of ambient sound (though not sure if you want this on the bike?)
if you can avoid the cables while riding i'd go for that
Tilt + CorePlayer = iPod what ?????
I use my Tilt for that exact purpose ridding my Motorcycle to work and back. I use CorePlayer and couldn't be any happier. The one minor flaw is, if I get a text or email, CorePlayer does not pause and I can hear the notification and my music at the same time. If I have MS Voice Command on it can get annoying...
AndyCr15 said:
Are there any specific headphones anyone would recommend?
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I switch between listening to my iPod and my TyTN II for my motorcycle rides and I would highly recommend the Shure E3Cs. I've been using them for over a year. I ride with an open face helmet and the attenuation is perfect; the earphones reduce the outside to a much more manageable and comfortable level and now I can actually _hear_ my music without having to turn the volume up high. Depending on the device I use, the volume is usually between 40% and 60%. And when I go though drive-thrus, I just turn the music off and I can hear the drive-thru speaker just fine. The earphones are on the expensive side, but I've gotten everything I paid for and would buy them again in an instant.
And from what I've been told, human ears evolved to hear low volume sounds (like a stalking predator or approaching pirate/ninja) so I'm comfortable with reducing the volume of the world around me when I'm riding by 26-28 dBs.
Paul
i use my artemis for exactly this
...and i listen to it with some streaming A2DP bluetooth stereo headphones, which also act as a phone handset - works absolutely great.
if your helmet offers an A2DP upgrade it'd be worth it, or if it's possible to swap out the existing helmet phones for a pair of bluetooth->wired earphones so you could do the same.
music via A2DP is great on phones - it mutes and pauses when you get a call, and the AVRC controls on most headsets let you answer the phone, pause, fast forward, etc.
I'm using Motorola HT820 headphones, if you can fit them on your head under your helmet they're great and under 20UKP on Amazon.
http://tiltsite.com/2008/03/use-the-tilt-as-your-full-time-mp3-player/
I use the Motorola Wireless headphones as well. My only comment is that this phone after all the tweaks I have done and battery saving techniques etc, I am still VERY attached to my charger.
Every chance I get I charge this phone because I cannot run out of battery or I am in trouble.
Using the phone for wireless music while the phone is on uses the battery pretty intensely. Consequently you will need to charge more frequently. I am usually not inclined to risk running out of battery just to have some music.
Bill
What is your guys views on Pocket Music player? Kinda loved it some few years ago in my magician (wm2003se, intel processor) but when i tried it on recent devices, the quality wasn't as good as before. Not sure if pocket music is not proper for wm5/6.
Regards,
Carty..
I use Conduits Pocket Player v4.1 it is truly the best I've found. I'm using a motorola s705 with sony ear buds and changed my registry settings "added the priority265 dword and changed my bitpool to 60" I have to say I'm very happy with it. Here is a link to it......
I tried to post a link but it says i'm a new member I've been on this site for years..... If anyone needs it pm me and I'll send ya a rapid share link
i also HIGHLY recommend conduits pocket player (v4.1 is current as of this post). i use a little mini-usb to standard headphone jack...but not in a motorcycle. i hook up the tape adapter to the jack and listen to music in the car's speakers while driving my car.
best thing about pocket player is the shear amount of powerful configuration options. its like play dough...you can adapt it to your preferences and the media browser is top notch.
worst thing about pocket player is that it is not aware of the new wm6.5.3 layout (thinner top bar and fatter bottom bar), so a few pixels along the bottom are clipped.
Does anyone know of a wired headset with music controls (play, pause, skip, etc.) that's compatible with the Xperia?
Out of curiosity I tried a Griffin iPhone one but surprisingly enough it didn't work
I also tried other iPhone handsfree together with the Griffin's, I guess the 3.5mm jack is not compatible... it got no sound at all but resume normal if u keep on pressing the talk button on the wire lol
the original can use with other earphones but seems a bit degraded the quality
i use the Ultimate Ears Triple.fi 10 Pro Inear
with 3 drivers/speakers per soundchannel.
i`ve tested my ue10pro headsets with a lot of mp3 players and mobile phones.
but the X1 is the first player, who can unleash the power to drive the UE 10 pro to there limit....
only my sondcard a creative x-fi has got enough power to blast your ears/tympanic membrane....
the base is unbeleavable! the headset can go down to 10hz. and the high tones are crisp, sharp, clear. but a little
to soft from the middle to the highest frequency. but this could be fixed with the equalizer/audio booster.
if you set the first base frequency to +12 and the second slider to -10, you can formerly 'feel' the extreme deep bases.
you cant beleave, that you are not in a club!
don`t use the x1+ue10 for longer time on maximum power. thats very risky for your ears. trust me.
the only thing is, you have to use coreplayer and calibrate the equalizer.
or use a new custom rom (touch it hd) with integrated audio booster.
holy ****, that rulez!!
Ultimate Ears Triple.fi 10 Pro Inear (~300$-400$)
http://www.ultimateears.com/_ultimateears/products/triplefi/triplefi10pro_description.php
these devices with othoplastic, spezially for your ears. and a laser burns your name into the headsets.
if you have 900$ bucks into your pocket, take a look at that:
http://www.ultimateears.com/_ultimateears/products/custom/ue10pro_description.php
or 1150$? with 4 audio drivers/speaker per ear!!
http://www.ultimateears.com/_ultimateears/products/custom/ue11pro_description.php
this is the last headset you buy! the cables are replaceble with translucent cables and iphone button.
no more broken headset cables/wires.
the x1 with different headsets and audio settings will more discussed
@ http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=2950663&posted=1#post2950663
I recently purchased the Panasonic RP-TCM120E-K wired headset from Tata Croma. The pack was sealed and there was not test pieces available, but I decided to take the risk and purchase it. The cover says "Not compatible with Nokia phones". This was another reason to purchase, since none of the Nokia Headsets worked with my CSL-Mi410. (Kind of inverse logic.. if it doesn't work with Nokia, it will work with my phone )
Here is a brief review of the product: (I am not a technical audiophile, hence I won't go into too much detail on impedance etc.)
Cost: Rs. 699/- (approx 12.7 USD)
In the box: Earphones, Three interchangeable ear piece cushions (S/M/L)
Performance:
Testing was done as (a) Regular call (b) Audio through Default Music Player and also MIUI player (c) Movie played through MX Player. Audio is crystal clear in all cases. Call volumes are good and there is no unwanted static even if the earphones are moved (swivelled in place). On/Off call button works fine and is compatible with our phone. I tried many headsets (mainly Nokia ones) which didn't have a satisfactory performance. I am not a great fan of bass, but this gives a good response and beats are clearly audible. I tested music across genres (Bollywood, Pop, Trance) and was quite happy with the output. Similarly, audio from movies didn't have any problems.
The wire extends for a good length (1.1 m) and folds to a compact size in the pocket. Being in-ear phones, you can easily use them while working out as they maintain their fit. At Rs. 699, this is not a cheap earphones, nor is it expensive. Based on performance and positives, it is worth the price I shelled out. In my opinion and good replacement for the stock earphones which are quite bulky and kept falling off.
Positives:
+ Sound quality is good (across genres)
+ Mic on/off button also controls Music Pause/Play (on Android Music Player and MIUI Player if you are running MIUI)
+ Snug fit to the ears and doesn't fall off easily
Negatives:
- The wire seems plasticky, but doesn't feel like a cheap roadside item.
- Gets tangled quite easily (maybe this is because I just shove it into my pocket).
Any link for online Deal ???
Any link for online Deal ???
Ditto for the Panasonic headphones. Picked up mine for Rs. 600.00 from Spice HotSpot.
Excellent audio response.
Does it have mute button?
Does it have mute button?
This is the first and best in-ear earphones I've owned to date!
Design:
Wooden end-tips on the opposing side of the earbuds.
Both headphones are labeled: L (left), R (right).
Metallic end-cap on that encases the 3.5mm headphone jack and headphone multi-function button..
Tangle-free, internally weaved cable throughout.
Audio Quality:
Excellent lows (great for audio books/podcasts)
Mediocre Mids and Highs (it's not very good for music)
These headphones produces excellent realistic audio (it sounds like a person is speaking right in front of you).
The integrated microphone is very sensitive and is very audible.
Multi-Function button:
When connected to a MacBook Air or a Mac Mini, depressing the button prompts the iTunes app.
When connected to the HTC One m8, depressing the button quickly pauses currently played music/video. Holding down the button for 1 second, prompts the Okay Google command.
Pros:
Light-weight
Very durable
Very comfortable (even with prolonged usage)
Very stylish
Excellent audio quality
Cons:
No volume controls
The L and R labels are very difficult to see in low light.
Conclusion:
Since owning and using my HTC One m8, I've been searching for wired earphones that is compatible and easy to operate. This is the only earphones that I've used that has a very useful multi-function button and microphone that does not require the use of an external app. If you own a HTC One m7/m8/m9 and are in need for wired earphones with an integrated microphone, this may be the product for you.
Item contents:
Inateck Aries
6 earbuds (Large, Medium, Small)
Zippered carrying pouch
Clothing clip
Instructional Manual
Airplane adapter
*Disclaimer: I was sent this these earphones for free in exchange for a honest and unbiased review.
https://www.amazon.com/Inateck-Premium-Genuine-Headphones-Earphones/dp/B015QU20FQ?ie=UTF8&redirect=true
I have been using Realtek audio console for a while and I really like the surround sound output when I select 'Concert Hall' in it. I was wondering if we have a similar equalizer for android, is Viper capable of delivering such beautiful surround sound effect? I own a K20 pro but wanted to know this irrespective of the device. Thanks in advance.
Realtek's 'Concert hall' effect is just a reverb effect if I remember correctly. Also, I'm pretty sure that you already know this, but true surround cannot be achieved with stereo headphones. Virtual surround effects increase 'immersiveness' at the cost of fidelity to the original track, often creating tonal/spectral imbalance and ADSR (attack, decay, sustain, release of an instrument or sound) aberrations. As well as ****ing up the sound stage (stereo imaging, panning) of the song but that's partly what's sought after.
I would personally recommend to get better headphones. In ear monitors are a good way to get a more immersive sound and are also the best option if you're on a tight budget. You can look for Chinese hifi IEMs (chifi), brands like KZ, Tin Hifi, BLON, NiceHCK, TRN or QT have awesome sounding models from 15€ to 100€. Regular headphone brands cannot compete q/p wise.
As for Viper4Android, yes it has two surround effects as well as plenty of other effects. Pretty sure you can achieve something better than with Realtek's DSP.
I love beautiful surround sound Realtek Audio. I could adjust it to 5.1-7.1 surround sound