WGST's "The Sully Show" for 1/22/16 - NASCAR Media Days and Audio Products

Rick was at NASCAR Media Day in Charlotte this week checking out any new technologies that NASCAR is debuting for 2016. NASCAR has always been on the cutting edge of technology in sports especially when it comes to safety. That is safety for drivers, crew, fans, officials, etc.

When it comes to tech, the talk included an update on the "Safer Barriers" that have been installed at tracks all over the country and the "Digital Dash" that all cars will now have in 2016.

*** Next, as the year begins there is always a ton of new audio devices that debut. Many of them are seen for the first time at CES in Las Vegas.

Rick takes a look at some new products for those that demand great audio.

Have a listen to Rick and Sully:

1.    United Sciences (Based in Atlanta) and their 3D Scanner which allows an easy turn around to make custom-fit ear pieces.

United Sciences sums it up pretty good on its website, when it comes to what they do. They say, "imaging ear cavity in real-time (is) replacing traditional silicone ear-mold impressions to create custom-fit earn-worn devices in the ear capable of providing activity tracking and biometric sensing data." What they don't say, is they do it at an unbelievable price point that just about everyone can afford.

Using their handheld eFit 3-D scanner, United Sciences was taking in-ear measurements and scans for the media at CES to show how easy and painless this process now is, compared to the past. Professional in-ear headphones are no longer for professional broadcasters and rock stars, thanks to United Sciences technologies. This is a game changing technology that will hopefully soon be coming to a retail location in your neighborhood. It's really that simple and it was amazing lookers on at CES.
www.UnitedSciences.com
 

 

2.  Maroo Audio

Maroo is a globally-inspired new line of products born to address the desires of the burgeoning mobile culture. With a sharp understanding of product features, and customer needs and wants, Maroo sheds all preconceived ideas of manufacturing and design.
What is new is Maroo Audio and Maroo Pro Audio...

ACS Custom Earphone Performance

Now you can own this same level of audio perfection whether you’re on stage, in a recording booth, or at home.

Experience the difference with the new ACS Universal In Ear Monitors by Maroo Pro Audio.
Coming Q2 of 2016
 
 
And more for the typical audiophile...
 

3. Edwin the Bluetooth Ducky  

He’s a learning toy with personality designed to be a child’s best friend. Utilizing a companion app, children control Edwin on the screen with a tap of the rubber duck toy.

Edwin interacts with accompanying mobile apps, streams music and squawks with 180 different sounds. The duck, intended for newborns to 9-year-olds, is meant to go everywhere kids go and recharges with an included Nest and USB wall plug. It serves as a nice Bluetooth speaker that floats.

The duck responds to taps, twists and turns. It's designed to inspire learning through read-along books and interactive games, provide comfort at bedtime as a nightlight and entertain with sing-along adventures.
New is Edwin’s Sleepy Time app, which allows users to enjoy exclusive lullabies and white noise, along with an adjustable night light. Additionally, the team will be showcasing a preview of the temperature gauge, which measures skin surface and water temperature.

$99 for www.edwintheduck.com
 

4. VAVA Voom

VAVA Voom, an affordable mobile 4.0 Bluetooth speaker with a live concert quality sound system.
incredible sound and a go-everywhere mobility. VAVA Voom's benefits and features include:

    Powerful audio bliss. With two 5W drivers, two passive radiators, and a 10W subwoofer, VAVA Voom produces concert quality music. If a device supports aptX, one can even stream high resolution audio files.
    Portability. The latest Bluetooth 4.0 technology eliminates the need for a cable connection and lets users roam free with their music. For NFC compatible devices, an instant connection is made by touching the NFC area. CD, DVD and MP3 players can be connected via the 3.5mm audio port.
    Charging capabilities. VAVA Voom charges one's music playing devices such as smartphones and tablets as well. VAVA Voom can wirelessly connect to two devices simultaneously. Play music from one and have a second device ready to instantly switch over. A 15V standard charging input lets users fully charge VAVA Voom in around four hours. VAVA Voom can also be charged using a 5V micro-USB cable.
    Hands-free calling. A phone call with VAVA Voom enables one to enjoy a real conversation. The built-in microphone and CVC 6.0 (Clear Voice Capture) technology makes the user's voice loud and clear, and easily heard on the other side.
    Continuous play. With up to 10 hours of continuous play from its rechargeable battery, VAVA Voom can blast an entire playlist with ease.

"VAVA Voom is more than just a speaker. With its multi-purpose capabilities, it delivers on all fronts from a superior music-listening to charging to calling, and is unmatched on the speaker market for what it offers at its price point," said Allen Fung, Co-founder of VAVA. "With VAVA Voom, we are confident that we have taken the Bluetooth speaker experience to the next level."

The VAVA Voom Bluetooth speaker starts at $129 and is now available on Amazon.