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i have one of the radio tuner mp3 things, but where we live the only radio stations you can tune into come in really static-y. i’ve been thinking about getting one a portable speaker system for a while, and found this one at fred meyer pretty cheap (i also read the reviews of it on amazon first! it was cheaper on amazon, but you have to pay shipping too, so it’s a wash). i have to say, i like that it’s a case to hold the mp3 player as well, and the sound is good. i mainly use it to listen to podcasts while i goof around the house, though, not for a lot of music.

(PRWEB) April 19, 2012

Although the music industry has languished from sluggish sales over the last half decade, consumer trends have demonstrated that holiday music is immune to the recession year after year, according to a report in Htrnews.

About one-fifth of music sales, including Christmas music, takes place in the last six weeks of the year. In 2010, that totaled more than 71 million albums during the season, the news source said.

“Every year there’s that great new holiday album people want to make sure they’ve got it in their house,” said Dave Bakula, vice president, analytics entertainment for Nielsen, as quoted by Htrnews. “But it never really matters if there’s any better release one year or another; the demand is there every year. Whether it’s gift-giving or the need to have the music of the season on, it seems to be more resilient than the music industry as a whole.”

For established artists, one holiday album gives them a chance to re-enter the album sales charts every year, while newer performers have an opportunity for greater exposure.

If the number of tech reviews in the media during the holidays is any indication, smartphones and other devices to store and play music are also popular during this time of year.

All smartphones are now equipped with music players and capable of hosting music-downloading apps, according to a recent article published in Wired.

People looking for gift ideas for their beloved music fanatics in their lives can visit Serenity Living Stores to find both portable electronics and accessories. The online retailer sells different lines of smartphone cases, available for several brands of devices in a variety of chic and sharp colors.

For music lovers who would prefer not to listen to digital files on a smartphone, Serenity Living Stores also sells several hand-held multimedia players, capable of storing up to 250 gigabytes of music, video and photos. Other accessories provided by the company include waterproof mp3 device carriers, earphones, battery chargers and Wi-Fi capable internet radios.

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In order to ensure you have the smoothest possible shopping experience, live customer assistance is available through telephone or internet messaging.

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http://www.htrnews.com/article/20111215/MAN0502/112150570/Season-a-reason-for-strong-album-sales

http://www.wired.com/reviews/2011/12/htc-rezound/

http://www.serenitylivingstores.com/

(PRWEB UK) 4 March 2012

Although many people are now taking the one device does it all approach, investing in iPhones and Smart phones with a host of superior multi-media functions built-in, the average household still has a plethora of gadgets and single-purpose digital devices. Whats more, most of these prized gadgets are often plugged in and switched on whether in use or not, ravenously chewing up energy and eating a hole in the household budget.

With the average lounge or family room alone containing at least five technological devices from iPods to games consoles, laptops and tablets (thats not counting when everyone is in the room with their mobile phones), not using gadgets efficiently can result in a lot of wasted energy and money. But the drain on resources is usually so subtle it goes unnoticed until the bill comes in.

Fortunately, there are a variety of energy saving devices available on the market that can help power mobile technology without using electricity and they are kind on the pocket as well as the environment. Here are a few suggestions along with some simple tips on how to use gadgets so they are energy efficient.

1. Go green on gadgets. Check out environmentally friendly technology that is energy efficient and ethically made. There are several Eco smart phones on the market that are rated by the O2 eco rankings on how ethically made they are. The best appears to be Sony Ericssons Xperia Mini which won the 2011/2012 European Green Smartphone Award. The newly released Xperia P also has a White Magic energy-saving feature which saves battery life by adjusting the screens brightness automatically to suit the light levels of the users surroundings.

2. Mobile phones, iPods and other devices can be powered for free with solar powered batteries or by wind powered chargers. Gadgets such as the HYmini can be powered by either, providing up to two hours of power for an MP3 player for instance if just placed outside in the sun for one hour. It is also designed to be attached to a bicycle or car and powers up a range of gadgets.

3. An iPhone wind charger called the iFan has also been invented by Dutch designer Tjeerd Veenhoven but supply is currently limited . The fan skin attaches to the handset, topping up the power literally on fresh air. It may not look so cool but all that is required is a bit of a breeze to generate the power needed. Always check with insurers when using wind or solar powered chargers to ensure policies for gadgets cover use of chargers other than the one supplied with the device before use.

4. Another neat device for enhancing the sound of favourite iTune tracks is the iPhone speaker made from bamboo. This is an incredibly simple yet effective idea a natural speaker made from a sustainable material. The user just places their iPhone in a carefully positioned slit in a piece of specially cut, thick bamboo which is several inches long, and the sound played from the phone naturally resonates creating a stereo effect.

5. Consider one device that does it all and then only one device needs powering regularly and the smaller the device, the less energy it takes to power it. Smartphones are a great choice for reducing the amount of energy and gadgets in use as they are capable of a range of functions. Pocket sized bundles of multi-media magic, featuring capabilities that allow users to view, share and create information, taking high quality images and videos, while allowing access to the internet and social networking sites. The iPhone 4S even has Siri voice recognition which acts like a personal secretary so smartphones have got pretty much everything covered.

6. Choose laptops and tablets to save energy. Desktop computers are not as energy efficient as laptops or the lightweight revolutionary tablets which are becoming ever more popular. Another good reason to buy that iPad.

7. Switch devices and chargers off at the mains or unplug. Its amazing how often mobile phones, games consoles, chargers and computers are left on or in standby mode but they are constantly chewing up electricity. So hit the switch on any gadget not being used and save money. Devices consume almost as much energy on standby as when in use. It is a simple tip but one that is safer too as devices that are left on are potential fire hazards and chargers, which have been known to overheat, are often issued with warnings not to be left unattended while plugged in due to this.

8. Decrease the intensity of the light on computer screens. More energy and money can be saved by simply adjusting screen light levels on PCs and laptops. The brighter the display screen the higher the energy consumption. Getting the right light balance is important though. There is little point in saving energy if the risk of eye strain or eye fatigue is increased by setting the levels too low, so users should adjust screens to a comfortable level.

9. Change settings on computers creating a schedule for when PCs are active or sleeping.

10. Use energy monitors or energy meter apps – Some energy companies provide customers with free energy monitors when signing up but there are plenty on the market plus iPhone apps such as SmartEnergy which can individually monitor the electricity consumption of separate devices.

To find more money-saving gadget tips, cheap multi-gadget insurance for technology lovers who cant bear to pare down their collection or to compare the best insurance for iPhones, iPads and other digital devices visit 2u.co.uk.

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