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Archos has been in the Android-powered device game for quite some time already, and they have introduced the latest version of the Elements range of tablets, calling it the Archos 80 Xenon. The Archos 80 Xenon is a specially designed 8” tablet that comes with built-in 3G and Wi-Fi connectivity for a truly portable data consuming experience regardless of where you are. The Archos 80 Xenon is a Google certified tablet which features a powerful quad-core 1.2GHz Qualcomm processor, with Android 4.1 Jelly Bean as the operating system of choice, delivering an improved smooth interface in addition to a sharp and clear IPS multi-touch screen display which delivers amazing vivid colors as well as impressive wide viewing angles. Loïc Poirier, CEO of Archos said, “We designed the ARCHOS 80 xenon to meet the growing need and desire for large screen connectivity while on the go. Taking advantage of the recent arrival of affordable 3G subscriptions, the ARCHOS 80 xenon provides a full connected tablet experience anywhere, anytime.” Since the Archos 80 Xenon is a Google certified tablet, which means it will be able to enjoy complete access to Google Play – opening up the doorway to 700,000 applications and games. Despite that, it costs a mere $199.99 and yet comes across as an unlocked device, which makes it for a very interesting proposition regardless of how you look at it. The Archos 80 Xenon will be made available from June this year onwards. Some of the other features and functions of the Archos 80 Xenon include integrated GPS support that will play nice with Google Maps, in addition to Google Maps with Navigation beta. The 8” IPS display is touted to deliver amazing image quality, extra wide viewing angles, excellent screen sharpness and vivid colors. It will also come pre-loaded with Archos’ very own Media Center applications, which will include metadata scraping, auto-subtitles, wireless media sharing and the best format and codec support around including HD video decoding. Other hardware specifications include 1GB RAM, a microSD memory card slot, and a 2-megapixel shooter at the back. Any takers for this simple tablet that gets the job done? Press Release[ Archos 80 Xenon tablet announced copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

I am reluctantly offering my Isoblue wall shelf for sale. I bought it new from Isoblue some months ago, in fact I believe it was the first mahogany one made. The shelf has never been used as after much deliberation I have come to the conclusion that my walls are not of a suitable construction for this design of shelf and there is a high probability that the whole lot will fall off. Here is what it looks like: http://www.isobluehifi.com/products.htm The finish is 60 Series mahogany The price is ?475 new, I am looking for ?400 plus postage, or free collection from South Yorkshire. On the other hand, if anyone has experience of fixing one of these successfully to a dry lined wall I would love to hear from them as I would rather keep it.

Two of the world's best sounding speakers together at the same place.The white Reference is back from Hifideluxe and joining the Studio Reference One at Zellaton's showroom.Analog Domain Isis integrated with Excalibur technology is behind the left Reference speaker, and prototype electronics from a secret brand in the middle.To the right the €48000 Garrard 501 L'Art Du Son turntable.

Every now and again, I get my greasy monkey paws on something truly fine. This? This is one of those times. Say hello to the DeVore Fidelity Orangutan O/96. I borrowed this pair from my local dealer Command Performance, down … Continue reading →

Excellent sounding Mash Technics SL-PG580 CD player Made in Germany. Brand New , with remote & manual, ?69 ,no box hence collection only NW London Tel: 020 8951 3178

Any tips? Made a very garlicky mistake last night (involving around seven or eight cloves of raw garlic, finely chopped and marinated in balsamic vinegar; tasted lovely but today my children are recoiling in horror etc.). More worryingly, I have a client meeting in Birmingham on Tuesday where I'll be face to face with some serious business types, and I don't want to reek the place out.... ta.

Sam and I decided to do this project as the Ergos are brilliant, the hackernap is brilliant, the Ergos need a stand and fewer boxes is better. I have Ergos and HN so we know what they will sound like to a fair level of accuracy. The Ergos are to James' spec but using 24mm birch ply which I veneered in oak to match Sam's furniture, I haven't include pics as I have done this before. the amp before tear-down looked like this Hackernap project, start of amp strip by mrphil42, on Flickr And afterwards it looked like this Hackernap tear-down finish by mrphil42, on Flickr The bits I wanted were these Hackernap bits by mrphil42, on Flickr There is plenty of room in the Ergo stand but I need to add a Velleman speaker thingy and the metal work will need a lot of bits. It will all be mounted on a 3mm Al plate covering the 'hole' and there will be Neutrik Speakon connectors to allow substitution of crossover or amp for experiments Ergo 9 box by mrphil42, on Flickr I will do updates as I progress, who knows, the whole may be better than the parts :)

The new Mill owners. I've decided that from now on I am going to vote with my feet and boycott Amazon, Google, Starbucks etc. I'm just not happy using these companies any longer because of the aggressive tax avoidance and staff treatment (Amazon & Amazon) I've been a long term user of Amazon and I've made many purchases, never had a cup of coffee in Starbucks so thats easy. I now need to find a socially responsible search engine - is there one?

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Heads up to anyone running Bit Perfect. Do not install iTunes 11.0.3! http://bitperfectsound.blogspot.co.uk/ https://www.facebook.com/BitPerfect