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lut 18, 2011 Brak komentarzy przez Artiiphone

WALdok jest to mały głośnik i stacja dokująca w jednym do iPhone i iPod nano 3G/3GS/4 / classic / touch który można podłączyć bezpośrednio do standardowego gniazdka sieci elektrycznej. WALdok pozwala na podłączenie w łazience, kuchni, biurze lub wszędzie tam, gdzie znajdują sie nasze gniazdka sieci elektrycznej. Jest to dopiero projekt i aby został wprowadzony do produkcji i sprzedażny musi pomysłodawca zebrać $30,000 w określonym czasie zostało dla Hern Kim tylko 48 dni a sam pomysł bardzo mi się podoba możecie o nim poczytać na kickstarter.com

The ORIGINAL idea for the WALdok came from using the iPod primarily on-the-go, then not having an easy way to continue the music without ear buds. Although we have many devices to play music, there were also a lot of times when we didn’t want to fiddle with stereo systems or boot up computers (e.g. coming home after a run, waking up in the morning, flossing before bedtime, or just preparing a meal in the kitchen). Especially after working out, we wanted to conveniently unclip the iPod, just plug-n-play, and hit the shower. And while we’re at it, it’s automatically charging for the next workout!

Of course, there are many portable speakers and docks out there (we bought, used, and tore apart virtually all of them) – the speaker docks are mostly large and cumbersome, portable speakers were designed mostly for traveling, and they all took up precious desk and sink counter space. We also didn’t like the idea of having any electronics on the wet sink, especially with unsightly cords snaking up to the outlet. Other disappointments were poor „tinny” sound quality and the lack of charging feature on portable speakers (which are mostly designed for any generic MP3 player).

User scenario:

Design wise, we wanted to develop a product that was: portable and small in form-factor, convenient yet out of the way (no cords!), while not compromising on sound quality. Early form inspirations were wall plug-in nightlights and scented oil warming devices. Another important consideration was to complement both the minimalist Apple design, WHILE addressing the round form-factor of the large speaker driver.

But don’t let the small size fool you! – we have designed the WALdok to produce the biggest and best sound possible. Besides the small form-factor, we wanted the sound quality to be a top priority. After reviewing other portable speakers, we made the decision early on to go with a LARGE 40mm driver and not compromise for anything less. The sound quality difference in the 40mm driver was surprising in terms of the precise highs and clarity it produced, as well as volume in general. We also specifically designed a spacious „bass chamber” inside the body to reverberate the output sound like a sub-woofer, thus producing a fuller, richer low-end response. The result is a crisp and booming sound in a compact package..

You can even take it while traveling! Why bring both portable speakers and a charger cord? Even if you have a full sized dock and speakers at home, the WALdok is the easiest way to plug-n-play for ambient music.