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Griffin announces iPhone auto charger

by Dave Caolo (RSS feed) on Jul 2nd, 2007

Why, just yesterday I was driving along and thinking, "I wish I had an auto charger for my iPhone..." Lucky for me, the Griffin Technology Psychic Friends Network answered my unspoken plea.

The PowerJolt for iPhone fits into your car's 12v jack (we used to call it the "cigarette lighter" back in the day) and features a USB to dock connector that attaches to your iPhone, charging it up and sucking your car battery dry. It also ships with a mini USB cable.

The PowerJolt costs $19.99US and is available now.

Tags: griffin technology, GriffinTechnology, iphone, powerjolt

Filed under: Accessories, Audio, Hardware, iPod Family, Video

Griffin releases the AirDock

by David Chartier (RSS feed) on Apr 28th, 2007

While Griffin's new $70 AirDock might sound like it's a contender to the wirelessly syncing WiDock's throne, don't let its name fool you. It doesn't sport 802.11x for syncing with a Mac or PC, but it does include an RF remote for controlling the AirDock, even through walls (Infrared, like in the Apple Remote, needs a direct line of sight). It also has an A/V out port for running your iPod media out to an entertainment center, but it doesn't have any kind of on-screen menu navigation like the more powerful $129 TuneCenter accessory. The other decent advantage for its price, however, is the inclusion of Griffin's PowerBlock, their compact $30 AC-to-USB charger that should be able to sync nearly any iPod with a Dock connector, as well as the 1G iPod shuffle due to its USB interface.

The AirDock is shipping now, and more details are available at Griffin's site.

Tags: airdock, griffin, griffin technology, GriffinTechnology, ipod, tunecenter, usb

Filed under: Audio, iPod Family

Griffin previews the Amplifi

by Dave Caolo (RSS feed) on Apr 2nd, 2007

Now that you can get 256kbps, DRM-free music from iTunes (well, in May, anyway) you're going to want to hear what that extra $0.30US buys you. You could pick up an iPod HiFi for $350US, or wait a bit for the Amplifi by Griffin Technology.

The Amplifi is a 2.1 sound system for all iPod models (it accommodates other players as well) that features a wooden case and bass reflex port plus two 2-3/4" neodymium drivers on the front and one 5" woofer underneath. It also features standard audio in and a remote. Check out this video of our very own Scott McNulty talking Amplifi with the Griffin folks at Macworld for some first hand impressions.

Now for the million dollar question...what's it going to cost? The iPod HiFi's price tag has successfully kept many shoppers away, and no information is currently available on the Amplifi's cost or shipping date. If it's more moderately priced than the HiFi, it could be a winner.

Tags: amplifi, griffin technology, GriffinTechnology, ipod, ipod hifi, IpodHifi

Filed under: Macworld, Accessories, iPod Family

Macworld 2007 Show Floor Showoff: Griffin Technology

by Scott McNulty (RSS feed) on Jan 18th, 2007

We continue to relive the wonder and joy that was Macworld Expo 2007 with yet another showfloor interview. I got a chance to speak with Jackie from Griffin Technology about the Evolve and the Amplifi. Both iPod speaker systems sound impressive, though the Evolve is a little more exciting. Check the video for more details.

You can grab an iPod ready version of the interview here.

Tags: amplifi, evolve, griffin technology, GriffinTechnology, ipod, ipod speakers, IpodSpeakers, macworld07, mwsf07

Filed under: Software

Griffin releases Proxi 1.0

by Dave Caolo (RSS feed) on May 25th, 2006

Back in April we wrote about the public beta of Proxi, which is the easy-to-use scripting software from Griffin Technology. Proxi lets you automate complicated routines, much like Automator or QuicKeys. Earlier this week, Griffin released version 1.0 of Proxi.

Changes to version 1.0 include support for the following triggers and tasks (among others):

Griffin AirClick (as well as several other Griffin devices)
Applescript
iTunes monitor
iChat monitor
Mail monitor
Growl notification
Open file
Open URL
Write to file

Proxi requires Mac OS 10.4 or later, is free and universal.

Tags: griffin technology, GriffinTechnology, proxi, scripting

Filed under: Accessories, iPod Family

Redesigned PowerJolt iPod car charger with free iFill LE

by Jan Kabili (RSS feed) on Apr 24th, 2006

Griffin Technology makes a whole slew of useful iPod accessories. The company's latest offering is a redesigned iPod PowerJolt auto charger and power adapter. The device plugs into your car's cigarette lighter and charges your iPod while you're listening to music or while the iPod is on standby. Griffin's new product announcement says the PowerJolt has been "redesigned for ease of use," and has a "stylish black industrial design."

Griffin is packaging the new PowerJolt with a free LE version of iFill software. iFill delivers content from Internet radio stations directly to your iPod without cluttering up your hard drive. The PowerJolt also comes with a detachable USB Dock Connector cable for charging and syncing your iPod with your computer, and a USB to mini-USB cable for use with the Griffin iTrip or iTrip nano. The PowerJolt lists for $19.99.

Tags: Griffin Technology, GriffinTechnology, iPod auto charger, IpodAutoCharger, PowerJolt

Filed under: Analysis / Opinion, iPod Family

Report: iPods stealing radio listeners

by Dave Caolo (RSS feed) on Apr 13th, 2006

When I read this article at Podcasting News, I immediately saw myself. The very first iPod accessory I really fell in love with was my original iTrip FM transmitter, which I bought a couple of years ago. I have since replaced it with a RoadTrip, but one thing remains the same: It comes with me each and every time I get into the car. I can probably count on one hand the number of times I've listened to terrestrial radio in the past 2-3 years.

I don't know about your town, but where I live, radio programming stinks. Why should I sit through six or seven songs I don't like, not to mention all those extremely annoying ads, just to hear one I do? Plus, thanks to podcasting, I can get many of the great NPR shows that I enjoy.

Apparently, I'm not alone. According to Bridge Ratings, terrestrial radio's penetration could drop from 94% to 85% by 2010. Nearly 30% of respondents between the ages of 12 and 24 stated that Mp3 player use accounted for their abandoning radio. While I'm not in that demographic, I certainly share the sentiment. My iPod blows radio away.

So, what's your take? Do you still listen to radio when your iPod is around?

[Via Micro Persuasion]

Tags: fm radio, FmRadio, griffin technology, GriffinTechnology, ipod, itrip, radio, roadtrip

Filed under: Accessories, Audio, iPod Family

iLounge gets details on the iTalkPro

by Dave Caolo (RSS feed) on Mar 29th, 2006

It's is the one accessory I've been waiting for: A voice recorder for the fifth generation iPod. iLounge was lucky enough to get some exclusive details and photos of the iTalkPro, the upcoming iPod audio recorder from Griffin Technology. It sounds terrific.

According to iLounge, the iTalkPro can manage three and a half hours of CD-quality, stereo recording on a fully charged 60GB 5G iPod. An on-screen gain control will let you do a little fine-tuning via the iPod itself.

No pricing or shipping information has been announced, but I want one already. Check out the full article here.

Thanks, Mark!

Photo via iLounge.

Tags: audio recorder, AudioRecorder, griffin technology, GriffinTechnology, ipod, italk, italkpro, recorder

Filed under: Accessories, iPod Family

Griffin's iTrip comes to Switzerland

by Dave Caolo (RSS feed) on Mar 3rd, 2006

Griffin Technology's iTrip FM transmitter for the iPod is now available in Switzerland. According to Griffin, "Recent changes in Swiss law have opened the door to broadcast in Switzerland over the FM radio spectrum (87.9 - 107.9)." Until recently, Swiss law has strictly regulated devices that broadcast over FM.

The iTrip costs $49.99 in the US (no pricing information for Switzerland was available as of this post).

[Via Playlist Mag]

Tags: fm transmitter, FmTransmitter, griffin technology, GriffinTechnology, ipod, itrip

Filed under: Accessories, Audio, iPod Family, Multimedia, Video

Griffin TuneCenter: Now THAT'S a docking station

by Dave Caolo (RSS feed) on Jan 11th, 2006

Shortly after I bought my 5G iPod, I got a Universal Dock and remote. The dock is...ok. It lets me play my videos, music and photos on a TV, all the while charging my iPod (as long as I spend yet another $20US for a cable, and a wall charger, bringing things to a grand total of $116US). Yet, it seems to lack that Apple flair we all love so much. I want my iPod to act as a media center when connected to my television. At first glance, it looks like the TuneCenter from Griffin Technology may be what I'm after.

Viewing photo slide shows and watching videos work as you would expect. It's how the TuneCenter handles your music library that really has my interest. When connected to your TV, the TuneCenter displays track and playlist information. With the included remote, you can navigate your iPod's entire music library, adjust the EQ, set shuffle and repeat preferences, plus the usual play, skip, pause, forward and volume functions.

Here's where it gets really cool: the TuneCenter also streams internet radio via your home network, either wirelessly or via ethernet. Again, on-screen navigation lets you select a station. The best part? It costs less than Apple's set up: $99.99US. Better features for less money? Yes, please.

Griffin is taking pre-orders now. The TuneCenter will work with the following iPods:

3rd Generation iPod with touch wheel and buttons
iPod mini
4th Generation iPod with Click Wheel
IPod photo
iPod U2 Special Edition
4th Generation iPod with Color Screen
iPod nano
5th Generation iPod with Video

Tags: docking station, DockingStation, griffin technology, GriffinTechnology, ipod, ipod remote, IpodRemote, TuneCenter, universal dock, UniversalDock

Filed under: Accessories, Audio, iPod Family

Griffin announces TuneFlex auto charger

by Dave Caolo (RSS feed) on Jan 10th, 2006

Do the developers at Griffin ever sleep? Today, they've announced the TuneFlex auto charger for the iPod nano. With one end plugged into your car's 12 Volt accessory outlet, your nano sits at the end of a flexible arm that allows you to position it just so in your car. There's a line out for connecting to your stereo (either via a cassette adapter or a line in port, if your car stereo is so equipped), and a "pass trough" on the connector itself will let you attach an iTrip or an AirClick Remote.

The Griffin TuneFlex works with the iPod nano, costs $39.99US and is shipping now.

Tags: auto charger, AutoCharger, griffin technology, GriffinTechnology, ipod, nano, tuneflex

Filed under: iPod Family, Peripherals

Griffin ships iTrip for iPod nano

by Jan Kabili (RSS feed) on Dec 30th, 2005

Griffin Technology announced the new iTrip for the iPod nano a couple of months ago. The good news is that it's now shipping.

This baby is billed as the most advanced iTrip ever. The new design is sled-like to avoid bulking up the profile of your iPod nano. You just slide your iPod nano into the iTrip's slim body.

Station info is displayed directly on the iPod nano's LCD screen. This iTrip also has "Smart Sense" volume control that automatically adjusts volume for optimal quality. You can select stereo or mono (to get you through rough reception spots). And you can charge or sync your iPod nano while connected through the iTrip's built-in USB port.

Retail price from Griffin Technology is $49.99. How much do you want one?

Tags: Griffin Technology, GriffinTechnology, iPod nano, IpodNano, iTrip

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