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The SouthWing SH440 looks like a great Bluetooth headset on paper. It features a voice guided menu system with a host of controls available to the end user. These include easy pairing with voice instructions, incoming call number announcement, and more. You can even choose from 12 different ringtones.

The SouthWing SH440 headset can be used with or without the earhook for added comfort. Battery life is rated at up to 10 hours talk and 2 weeks standby.

Available only at AT&T retail stores, the SouthWing SH440 will cost you about $49.99.

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Parrot has unveiled a set of wireless Bluetooth speakers that will stream your music from any A2DP source. The Parrot DS1120 packs a total of 30W RMS power into the speakers, each equipped with a Class-D digital amplifier.

For added flexibility, the Parrot DS1120 allows you to connect audio sources via RCA cable. Further, Parrot has even included a Bluetooth 2.0 USB dongle if your computer does not already support Bluetooth.

Look for the Parrot DS1120 in October for about $280 US.

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Princeton has finally made the ultimate USB Bluetooth adapter. The PTM-UBT3S is little more than the just the plug, but is packed with Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR. Kudos to Princeton for making this tiny Bluetooth adapter. Now if they could just get it into production overseas and set a price, that would be great.

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PC Magazine has the scoop on a new lossless audio codec that could soon be coming to an A2DP Bluetooth headset near you. Currently, Bluetooth A2DP headsets have to reencode the audio signal first to PCM and then to the current codec, called the Subband Codec (SBC). The SBC codec, like MP3 files, is also lossy. This means that audio information is lost already, and reencoding to yet another lossy codec means even more audio is lost.

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You never know when you might need to have a Bluetooth GPS receiver handy, so why not carry one on your keychain? That’s the idea behind this particular Bluetooth GPS receiver from Freedom Input. The Freedom Mini GPS will last 10 hours on a single charge and includes both a car and USB charging cable. It is compatible with all currently available software GPS applications and features Bluetooth 2.0 connectivity for compatibility with a wide range of devices.

The Freedom Mini GPS receiver is available now for $99.99.

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Sony Ericsson has announced a new stereo Bluetooth headset, the HBH-DS980. Featuring Bluetooth 2.0 and A2DP technology, the Sony Ericsson HBH-DS980 uses noise cancellation and echo reduction to give you the cleanest calls and music possible. The HBH-DS980 also has an OLED display only visible when the unit is turned on. This display will give you information on phone status and music titles from your compatible phone. Battery life is estimated at 6 hours of playback/talk time. Sony Ericsson’s HBH-DS980 will be available in the third quarter of this year.

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MobileMag caught the Veritronix VX-818 on display at the Hong Kong Electronics Fair. The VX-818 is a stereo Bluetooth speaker that is only 13mm thick. It features Bluetooth 2.0 connectivity and can even optionally be used as a handsfree speakerphone. It is charged via USB and also features 3.5mm input and output.

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The iSymphony V1BLUE is one of the first home stereos that is A2DP Bluetooth enabled. This means you can stream music from your compatible phone without any clumsy wires being involved. The V1BLUE also includes a wireless iPod docking station that will charge, sync, and even control the iPod via the stereo’s remote. (more…)

Mvox has made what seems to be the jack-of-all-trades Bluetooth headset. The Mvox Duo can act as a standard Bluetooth headset, a speakerphone, and VOIP headset. Connection can be made either via Bluetooth 2.0 or by using a USB cable for direct connection to your PC for VOIP calls. You can also manage a built-in phone book (i.e. phone independant) using Mvox software when connected by USB. Mvox claims 7 hours talk time in headset mode, 3 hours in speakerphone mode, and 150 hours standby. You can get your Mvox Duo for $249.99 at Mvox.com.

If you are looking to stream music from your fancy A2DP stereo Bluetooth phone to your stereo system, PC, or even wired headphones, look no further than the Sony Ericsson MBR-100. The MBR-100 allows you to have up to 12 hours of music streaming wirelessly from your phone through a supplied RCA or 3.5mm cable. Or if you already have a great pair of headphones why not just plug them straight into the MBR-100? It’s available now for $79.99.