Wireless speakers unveiled
Powered-speaker supplier Audioengine launched a $149 wireless sender/receiver system that lets users transmit music from PCs, iPods, other-brand MP3 players and other audio sources to powered speakers or A/V receivers up to 100 feet away, says Twice.
The W1 Premium Wireless Adapter package consists of a transmitter and receiver, each about the size of a pack of gum. Because they are USB dongles, they get power from the PC or other USB-connected source or from the company's USB-equipped powered speakers.
The transmitter and receiver also come with USB AC power adapter to get power when connected to the line-level inputs of A/V receivers, audio systems, powered speakers and the like.
MXtv broadcasts over WiMax
NextWave has developed a mobile TV system for next-generation mobile phones that run on WiMax wireless technology, reports SignOnSanDiego.com.
MXtv offers the ability to broadcast programming to mobile devices, a service similar to MediaFLO from Qualcomm. But the new technology is limited to WiMax networks, which are primarily being constructed in India and other developing countries.
WiMax is a long-range wireless technology for high-speed data connections. Because it can work with mobile devices such as laptops, some see it as a contender for the so-called fourth generation of cellphones, or 4G.
Qualcomm acquires Xiam
Mobile technology company, Qualcomm, is acquiring Irish software developer Xiam Technologies, which specialises in providing mobile advertising services, says TechWhack.
The acquisition deal is worth around $32 million. The company aims to provide additional services on the mobile platform through this acquisition.
Sprint is testing WiMax networks in Chicago, Washington and a few other markets. Sprint had announced plans to build a nationwide WiMax network. However, investors who are unhappy with the multibillion-dollar investment have been pressuring the company to hold off.
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