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Parrot Zikmu Introduces Philippe Starck-designed SOLO Zikmu Wireless Speaker

by Alison Cavatore

Image: UberGizmo

The Parrot Zikmu wireless speaker line designed by Philippe Starck has added a new item, the SOLO Zikmu.

The wireless speaker collection, Zikmu, which was created by renowned designer Philippe Starck, comprised two towers. The new SOLO Zikmu offers a single wireless speaker and comes equipped with a specialized iPod/iPhone docking station. The unit also features Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity along with 360-degree sound.

The system also includes an Ethernet connector, NXT speakers on the top part of the unit, bass sound, dedicated applications for iPhone and Android smartphones, a 3.5” optical (SPDIF) and analogue jack and a frequency range of 30Hz-20Hz.

You’ll be able to get your hands on the sleek wireless system in 2012, but the price of the item has not yet been released.

Source: New Launches

Jan 16, 2012 7:14 PM

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