Gizmodo: fm tuner

Belkin TuneBase FM Finds the Best FM Frequency

Jason Chen — Tue, 18 Sep 2007 13:30:07 EDT

Compatible with pretty much every Apple player except for the iPhone, this Belkin TuneBase FM has ClearScan technology, which searches all FM stations and finds the least-used one for you to broadcast your tunes on. It's $89, has a docking station, and plugs neatly into your car's cigarette adapter. Of course, even with the cleanest FM station, you're still going to run into some interference, which is why we still recommend the $10, 1995 method of using a tape adapter. [Belkin]

New iTrip LCD Reviewed (Verdict: A++++ Would do business with again)

Travis Hudson — Tue, 23 Aug 2005 15:24:15 EDT

The original iTrip was far from broken to begin with, but Griffin Technology decided to fix it anyway. The only thing plaguing the original iTrip was the lack of easy frequency changing.

The new iTrip has a small LCD that allows for easy changing with the assistance of a knob/button on the end of the iTrip. The LCD has a backlight that activated when using the controls. This iTrip also has a feature to change between DX and LX. The LX mode broadcasts the audio in stereo, while the DX mode broadcasts the signal in mono. The DX mode broadcasts a stronger signal that will prevent less FM interference. Mono is a perfectly functional for listening to spoken word such as podcasts and audiobooks. Another added feature is a capability to switch to foreign frequencies. This can be done by holding down the control button for eight seconds. The extra features definitely make this a worthy FM transmitter and will be available soon for under $50.

Review: iTrip (LCD) [Playlist]

Griffin iFM All-in-one iPod Accessory

Travis Hudson — Fri, 29 Jul 2005 14:39:37 EDT

Griffin knows how to do it right when it comes to iPod accessories. The iFM is a remote for the iPod, FM tuner and recorder built into a nice aluminum package. Even though I ve been spoiled by the wonders of satellite radio, I ll admit there are times that I m in the mood for some FM goodness. Props go out to Griffin for coming through with another quality iPod accessory in an already flooded market. Griffin Technology Inc. for the win.

Griffin announces iFM for tuning in and recording FM on your iPod [MacMerc]

Vallio VA-850 - It's a Flash Player

johnb — Fri, 22 Jul 2005 12:41:19 EDT

Another day, another new flash MP3 player. Vallio has released the VA-850, a flash player that uses SD memory.

Same of the standard features apply: iPod-esque design, rechargeable battery, USB 2.0, FM Tuner, etc. The biggest problem plaguing Vallio is that they are not quite ready for an American release. Vallio s current company slogan is What an awesome MP3 is VALLIO! and they seem to like it so much, it is even plastered on the 850. Too much soju, Marketing Team? Maybe. Bad translation on a rushed foreign product? More than likely.

VA-850 [DAPreview]