Reebok has just introduced their first product in the Interactive Fashion segment, the NXT Speaker Backpack which features a complete stereo sound system integrated into a cool backpack design in Reebok’s signature style backpack line.
The backpack features a NXT flat panel stereo speaker that blends into the design while delivering impressive audio quality powered. The speakers are powered by 2x AA batteries and can connect to any device equipped with a 3.5mm audio jack.
We like the use of the NXT speaker technology when adding sound into bags as it allows a ’soft’ integration using the bags ‘natural’ materials such as EVA for the speaker membrane. With NXT technology there is no need for any additional or materials that would make bags or backpacks look too bulky or geek-like.
Stressed and Depressed brings us a stereo integrated hoodie solution. Since the hooded sweat shirt is one of the most versatile things in the closet. How wonderful to have stereo sound too.This Hoodie is using NXT’s SurfaceSound technology designed into a Stereo Speaker Insert module which can be easily clipped directly into the hood of any Stressed and Depressed hooded garment. Powered by 3 AAA batteries, the 2mm EVA foam speakers by NXT SurfaceSound. Audio hookup comes via the 3.5mm jack.Best of all its clips out and fits into any Stressed and Distressed hoodies. For $107.50 you can get your own 100% cotton audio hoodie.
The G-Tech Soundwave backpack is a great value. It features NXT flexible soft speakers and has a standard 3.5 m jack. This bad boy is powered by 3x AA batteries.Available is the Soundwave in the color schemes grey/black and beige/brown for not more than $46.99 a real bargain even if there would be no sound(wave) in this backpack. The draw is that there are no integrated controls. All control come from the player. Well for under $50 can you complain? Thought so.
Too cool for school? Five Star will help you prove that. This affordable binder has NXT speakers built in. Just like any Five Star binder, you have your color choices and has the obvious utilities.This binder works with any 3.5mm headphone jack and is powered by 4 AAA batteries. Available in black/black, black/red, black/pink, and black/blue via this online shop for $ 29.99
Spyder offers the sweet Groove Backpack with stealth NXT sound. This looker of a bag is powered by 3x AAA batteries. This will give the bag up to 7 hrs of beats. Connectivity is simple with a standard 3.5 mm jack.Cavernous at 25L of volume, at a sticker price of $119.95, this is a compelling buy. But at a rumored $69.00 it is a steal. Go ahead, go get one.
The i-XPS SoundBox from Hercules is a splash-proof SoundCase that acts as a speaker thanks to the integrated NXT speaker technology. This case is compatible with all MP3 players and iPods due to the utilization of a 3.5mm connector.Sad news is that it is a mono set up but its powered by two AAA batteries. Well alteast you can share your music with your nearby friends. More sad news, this is only available in the UK. Sorry.
NXT is cranking out some great new products. The Redline iPod Sound Bag features NXT speaker technology similar to the Targus SonicPak. This fancy bag mates sound and the spiffy MacBook case.The Redline bag, can connect to all iPods and is available from the Apple Store. The speakers are hidden and the interior compartments are lit. The bags are also teflon coated. How awesome is this for only $156.90. Get one.
Targus Inc., maker of top-selling laptop computer cases and accessories, announced their latest addition to their line of backpacks and laptop carrying cases. The SonicPak speaker backpack.
Throughout last year we have seen a growing range of speaker bags coming to the market and we speculated if those speaker bags are the next generation of ‘Boom-boxes’.
In the ‘old days’ of Boom-boxes, it was fashionable to carry large yet transportable music centers around the city.
Today, everyone has his/her little MP3 player, iPod or audio cell-phone where only one person can listen to the tunes, there is not much possibility of sharing your music.
Plugging the iPod and MP3 player into the bag brings back the music sharing with friends and anyone nearby.
Shady Beats has redefined the function of ordinary sunglasses cases and transformed them into a personal audio player by using the sunglasses case as a speaker system!
Shady Beats combines a protective high quality EVA sunglasses case with a portable speaker. The water–resistant EVA shell has a protective anti-scratch inner lining with an integrated high-end NXT flat panel speaker. This unique design of the case protects the sunglasses and music player from scratches, sand, dirt and water.
The Shady Beats portable speaker goes well along with any of the iPods available, many MP3 players and mobile phones.
The sound of the sunglasses comes from the built in NXT ‘invisible’ flat panel speaker which is powered by 2 x AAA batteries that last for around 8-10 hours.
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A great new bag for the office worker on the road is the Music Messenger. A roomy bag that features a padded laptop compartment, triple zip pockets under the flap, numerous organizer pockets for cards, pens, notes inside the zip pocket in the back, a phone pocket and a water bottle pocket on the side.
The Music Messenger has built-in the ultra-thin NXT speaker as well, it provides good sound quality anywhere you go by connecting to your laptop, iPod or other audio device. 3AA Batteries for the speaker will get you over the day in sync with your tunes and you can spice up your presentations between.
The Music Messenger Bag sells for $ 55.99 by this online store for example.
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NXT, a sound company, evolved out of Verity Labs, a dedicated research center established to push audio boundaries. Website: www.nxtsound.com Where to Buy: Coming Soon!
