Digital Innovations Unveils Next-Generation MP3 Digital Audio Computer.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers 2003 International CES LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 9, 2003 Neuros Launches at CES International 2003; Breakthrough Device Transforms Your Digital Music World Digital Innovations, maker of the highly successful SkipDoctor(R) line of disc repair devices, today launched the revolutionary Neuros(TM) MP3 Digital Audio Computer. Neuros was built to be truly interactive. It couples excellent compact design and device usability with new levels of digital music personalization Custom tailoring information to the individual. On the Web, personalization means returning a page that has been customized for the user, taking into consideration that person's habits and preferences. and compatibility to bring you an unprecedented music experience that fits your lifestyle. The result is a breakthrough device that allows playback through any FM radio - putting the power of a broadcast tower in the palm of your hand with the means to control when, where, and what you listen to. "With Neuros, Digital Innovations has taken a giant leap forward by creating an entirely new category of digital music devices that was strategically built to unlock the promise of digital audio by allowing interactivity away from the computer," said Joe Born, Chairman and Chief Technology Officer of Digital Innovations. "Music enthusiasts told us that they are disappointed in today's restrictive, cumbersome, and static offerings that fail to meet their needs. We're answering their call for a more complete experience, and have created a product that finally matches form with function." DRAMATIC ADVANCEMENTS Within its compact 5.8-ounce shell, Neuros addresses the unmet demands for a flexible, portable, yet powerful interactive digital device. Neuros introduces several unique, patent pending features: MyFi(TM) (My Frequency) - Digital tuning technology enables convenient wireless high fidelity high fidelity n. The electronic reproduction of sound, especially from broadcast or recorded sources, with minimal distortion. high playback through any FM radio. MyFi automatically scans and locates the least populated pop·u·late tr.v. pop·u·lat·ed, pop·u·lat·ing, pop·u·lates 1. To supply with inhabitants, as by colonization; people. 2. station available for transmission. MyFi also provides convenient flexibility by automatically switching from public to private use once headphones Head-mounted speakers. Headphones have a strap that rests on top of the head, positioning a pair of speakers over both ears. For listening to music or monitoring live performances and audio tracks, both left and right channels are required. are attached. HiSi(TM) (Hear it, Save it) - Automatic song identification system records an audio sample from music heard on the radio or at a live event and converts it to a digital fingerprint for identification and access on the Internet. When you synchronize See synchronization. the device, the song clip is matched against a proprietary database and the artist and title information is communicated back to the Neuros PC application and to the device itself. NeurosSync (Neuros Synchronization (1) See synchronous and synchronous transmission. (2) Ensuring that two sets of data are always the same. See data synchronization. (3) Keeping time-of-day clocks in two devices set to the same time. See NTP. System) - Advanced open synchronization system automates the transfer of music/files to and from the Neuros device. NeurosSync delivers interactivity independent of the PC and allows management of your complete PC library, including future downloads, playlist A file that contains an index to a selected group of music files on the computer. Using digital jukebox software such as iTunes and Winamp, playlists are created by the user by dragging and dropping titles from a master index. The software may be able to create a playlist automatically. creation, and song deletions from the device. It provides an open platform for interactivity and integration with next generation music services and with popular media players, including MusicMatch, WinAmp, and Zinf. Expandability - The Neuros two-part design includes a removable backpack to give you ultimate memory and storage flexibility, with the freedom to easily plug into product upgrades. As new technology is released, you can upgrade your Neuros by replacing the backpack. Today, you can immediately upgrade your Neuros 128MB by separately purchasing the 20GB Hard Drive. This lets you easily switch between an ultra portable Flash unit for the gym and a high capacity hard drive for road trips. Additional design elements maximize Neuros' usability in the car. The Neuros interface includes five programmable preset preset Cardiac pacing A parameter of a pacemaker that is programmed permanently when manufactured buttons, a large 128-by-128-pixel high-resolution display, and a main scroll-button that allows for easy navigation of the user's entire music collection. In addition, an amber backlight back·light n. A type of spotlight, used in photography, that illuminates a subject from behind. tr.v. back·light·ed or back·lit , back·light·ing, back·lights display allows for clear visibility in daylight, as well as low-light conditions. Pricing and Availability Neuros is available in two models, Neuros and Neuros HD. Both feature similar capabilities but offer consumers two varied storage capacity options. Neuros offers 128MB of embedded flash for a suggested retail price of $249.00, and Neuros HD offers a 20GB hard drive backpack (9.4 oz.), capable of storing up to 5,000 songs, for $399.00. Stereo ear-bud style headphones, belt clip, wall power adapter An external power supply for laptop computers and just about every portable or semi-portable electronic device on the market. Also called an "AC adapter," it contains a rectifier to convert AC current to DC and a transformer to convert voltage from 120 down to 9, 12, 15 or whatever is , USB USB in full Universal Serial Bus Type of serial bus that allows peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, digitizers, data gloves, etc.) to be easily connected to a computer. cable, car power adapter, Neuros Synchronization Manager PC software and user's guide are all included. Neuros will be available for purchase directly at www.NeurosAudio.com and nationwide at select retail outlets, including CompUSA, beginning February 10, 2003. "CompUSA has a longstanding reputation for featuring cutting-edge technology products with significant consumer appeal such as Neuros," said Tony Weiss, Executive Vice President, GMM GMM Generalized Method of Moments (economics) GMM Gaussian Mixture Model GMM General Membership Meeting GMM Good Mobile Messaging GMM GPRS Mobility Management GMM Global Marijuana March GMM Genetically Modified Microorganisms , CompUSA. "We've had great success with Digital Innovations' products in the past, and we're excited to sign on as the first nationwide retailer of Neuros." About Digital Innovations Digital Innovations, established in 1995, is committed to providing breakthrough, easy-to-use products to enhance consumer use and enjoyment of technology. More than two million of the award-winning SkipDoctor line of CD, DVD DVD: see digital versatile disc. DVD in full digital video disc or digital versatile disc Type of optical disc. The DVD represents the second generation of compact-disc (CD) technology. , and game disc scratch repair devices have been sold worldwide. For additional information on Digital Innovations and an interactive demonstration of the Neuros MP3 digital audio computer, please visit www.NeurosAudio.com. |
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