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gaming

Sony Announces PSP Cradle

In retrospect, it's surprising this didn't happen sooner—Sony has announced the PSP Cradle for Japan. Meant to take full advantage of their 1seg tuning abilities, the cradle allows users to do the normal cradle shtick (charging the unit while outputting to the television, plus getting an IR remote). Arriving April 24th, the cradle with A/V cables will cost $62, while the cradle without will run $46. Yes, it seems a tad pricey, but Sony knows that the cradle addicts among us will just have to get one. [kotaku]

8:07 AM on Tue Mar 4 2008
By Mark Wilson
4,196 views, 19 comments

Latest by n/a: @Out2gtcha: Im sorry you have a suck ass job. Maybe you should be the one using that link? more »

click clack

iRiver Clix Docking, Speaker Cradle

Well, I'll bite my tongue and stand corrected. I've been playing with the Clix for a couple weeks now and one of my main complaints is the lack of accessories, like this cradle, because of the Clix's odd form factor. I guess I was wrong again, because here is an official cradle from the people at iRiver for the Clix. It is fairly intuitive design because it has the ability to sit upright and dock to a PC via USB, but it can also dock to the audio jack and lay on its side and pump out the tunes via a speaker. This speaker/cradle/dock/thing should be available May 15 for a very nice $30. More »

1:15 PM on Thu May 10 2007
By Travis Hudson
1,367 views, 1 comment

Latest by slimmer: I hope this one doesn't disable the radio feature like the last one did or any other feature. more »

sony

Reviewed: Sony Cradle Audio iPod Speakers (Verdict: Performance Doesn't Justify Price)

We found it somewhat surprising that Sony was working on an iPod speaker system. Too bad it generally sucks. Such is the opinion of the overlords over at iLounge, which has the first review of the CPF-iP001 Cradle Audio. That's not to say that it's a total waste of money. The 2.1-channel speakers produce "acceptable" sound, but you wonder whether or not that's worth $250. The remote control is another highlight. But yes, counting a remote control as a highlight must indicate that there's something wrong here. And there is. More »

7:47 AM on Tue Feb 20 2007
By Gizloco
2,187 views, 1 comment

Latest by jeffj-nj: Performance doesn't justify price? Seriously, I'm starting to wonder if maybe that's what Sony means in Japanese. more »

portable media

Wireless Docking for iPhone, iPod Coming?

In yesterday's patent application Apple filed for its multi-orientation docking station for the iPhone, there was even more tantalizing information: Apple may be preparing wireless docking for its iPhones, iPods and other devices. The technique will use voodoo called induction, and involves hiding coils underneath the surface of a device and its cradle, with the ability to wirelessly transfer data and power. More »

9:25 AM on Fri Feb 16 2007
By Charlie White
1,356 views, 11 comments

cellphones

iPhone Docking Station Patent Application Shows Multi-Orientation Design, Possible Table PC Compatibility

Two designs for Apple iPhone docking stations have just surfaced in an Apple patent application, showing cradles that allow the iPhone to be docked and viewed in either horizontal or vertical orientation. The patent application describes "Methods and apparatuses for docking a portable electronic device that has a planar like configuration and that operates in multiple orientations." More »

8:35 AM on Thu Feb 15 2007
By Charlie White
3,582 views, 3 comments

gadgets

Sony Ericsson Phone Cradle Turns Your Mobile into a Mini PC

You can' have a new phone without some new accessories. The folks at Unwired View have dug up some details on Sony Ericsson's multimedia cradle, a dock meant to complement your Sony Ericsson phone. The cradle hooks up to your phone via a system bus and includes a large 7-inch display, built-in mic and speakers, a QWERTY keypad, and a bunch of ports and connections. The point of it is to... More »

10:46 AM on Thu Feb 1 2007
By Louis Ramirez
937 views, 11 comments

cellphones

Monaco Sidekick 3 Dock: A Little Bit Convenient, A Little Bit Lame

The Monaco Sidekick 3 cradle is convenient because it will charge your SK3 and an extra battery without fumbling with cables, but it is also a little lame because that is all the Monaco dock really does. Sure it includes a USB port to transfer files to your PC, but most syncing with the SK3 is done wireless via T-Mobile's website so the USB cable isn't as useful as thought. The HipTop3 folks like the dock because it holds the SK3 vertically, therefore eliminating the horrible task for having to pick up your phone to see the IM, SMS or call. At least it is a cheap: $20. –Travis Hudson More »

11:56 AM on Mon Jan 15 2007
By Travis Hudson
1,038 views, 5 comments

Latest by kerry: I think that's the name of the company that makes it, sverresverre. more »

peripherals

Charging Cradle for Motorola Q

Now that the Motorola Q has hit the streets, we're becoming more familiar with the variety of accessories available for it. Here's a Desktop Charging Stand that not only serves as an AC charging cradle, but will also move data back and forth via its mini USB port. More »

12:50 PM on Mon Jun 5 2006
By Charlie White
1,741 views, 5 comments

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