you will see companies bucking the modernistic trend and opting for retro styling. Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) member companies are no exception.
Let’s head back in time and take a look at the 1950’s jukebox—a staple in soda fountains and restaurants. Bringing back that loving feeling is ION Audio with the introduction of the Jukebox Dock and Retro Rocker. These tabletop, vintage-looking versions of the jukebox take it to the next level with Bluetooth® technology. Start a sock hop anywhere by wirelessly streaming music from any Bluetooth enabled device.
The iBT44 from SDI iHome hearkens back to a simpler time when Biz Markie, Doug E Fresh & Slik Rick and Beastie Boys boomed loudly in city parks and on street corners. The iBT44 looks just like an 80’s boombox. Do you know what makes it better? Bluetooth technology, of course. Everything is better with Bluetooth. The iBT44 streams music wirelessly from any compatible Bluetooth technology enabled device.
Tivoli Audio introduced the PAL® BT. The PAL BT is a portable radio that adds Bluetooth technology’s advanced A2DP profile to achieve high-quality audio. When you are not listening to your favorite radio stations, you can listen to your favorite music from any Bluetooth enabled device. Just switch to auxiliary to pair them up. It all comes wrapped up in Tivoli’s sleek and retro design.
Geneva transformed the classic travel flip case alarm clock into a full-fledged sound system. The Geneva Sound System Model XS features an integrated digital FM tuner and stereo Bluetooth technology playback all in a compact case that folds up and fits in a briefcase. Music streams wirelessly to the Model XS from any Bluetooth enabled device, such as iPad, iPhone and other smartphones and tablets. Oh, and it’s still a clock.
The final item in this retro rollup is the POP Bluetooth®. Inspired by the 1950’s Bakelite phone, the POP Bluetooth uses Bluetooth technology instead of a headphone jack to connect to your device. This keeps the neck strain to a minimum and allows you to navigate while talking with reduced background noise for a clearer conversation.