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Sharper Image iPulse for iPod - CNET

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CNET have reviewed the iPulse from Sharper Image which is a Jukebox stereo speaker system with built-in subwoofer and features an integrated Universal Dock for charging and playing any iPod. 'When the iPulse is not in use, the front of the unit looks more than a little funky. The upper arc is covered in a clear, plastic speaker grille of sorts. It has all these bubbly holes in it, which I initially thought were lights. In fact, the lights are tucked away along the edge of the lower arc, and the holes serve to affect the refraction of the lights. The controls for the iPulse also reside on the front of the device and consist simply of a power button and volume keys. Unfortunately, a remote is not included in the package, and there's no option to purchase one separately, either. Battery power is also not an option, though the unit will charge the iPod while it's docked.

Of course, the iPulse's main feature is the light show, but the unit also features SRS Wow technology, which creates a wider stereo separation, improves bass perception, and generally offers a more immersive listening experience. As for the light show, it really does go with the music, unlike with the Griffin Disko. Three colors of lights--red, blue, and green--pulsate in response to the rhythm, loudness, and frequency of the music. During testing, I was able to determine that the red light corresponds to the bass, but the green and blue were tough to nail down to any particular sound. The iPulse itself is entrancing to look at while in action, but the real visual treat to be had is in a darkened room, where the lights dance on the ceiling. This thing screams dorm room.'

Read: Sharper Image iPulse for iPod (with subwoofer) - CNET

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