Logitech introduces Squeezebox Boom all-in-one network music player
Posted by Dennis Sellers 
Aug 29, 2008 at 4:00am
Logitech has unveiled the Logitech Squeezebox Boom all-in-one network music player, featuring an integrated amplifier, high-performance speakers and a simplified setup. It’s expected to be available in the U.S. and Europe beginning in September for a suggested retail price of US$299.99.
With the Logitech Squeezebox Boom all-in-one network music player, you can listen to your digital music in the kitchen, the bedroom or any other room in your home without needing to attach external speakers. Just plug the new Logitech network music player into a power outlet; there are no additional wires to connect. Then, using your existing home network, you can listen to music from the personal collection on your computer, your favorite Internet radio stations, and subscription services such as Rhapsody, Last.FM, Slacker, Pandora and Sirius—even when the computer is off, says Robin Selden, vice president and general manager of Logitech’s Streaming Media business unit.
The new Logitech player will automatically detect the available networks. Once you select your network, simply enter your password; for your convenience, Squeezebox Boom automatically remembers it for future use. For different music in another room of your home, you can expand your Squeezebox network music system. Add additional Squeezebox Boom players in any room you like or, if you already have an existing stereo system, add another player from the Squeezebox family to your network music setup, including the Logitech Squeezebox Duet network music system.
Upon registering your Squeezebox Boom network music player, you can access thousands of radio stations and millions of songs, aggregated by SqueezeNetwork—Logitech’s free, online service—without having to remember Internet addresses or passwords. Squeezebox Boom uses true 802.11g wireless technology and dual internal antennas.
The Boom network music player offers an integrated, all-digital 30-watt amplifier accompanied by two 3/4-inch, high-definition, soft-dome tweeters and two three-inch, long-throw woofers. The bi-amplified design includes a signal processor, class-D amplifier and digital crossover – delivers crystal clear sound with minimal noise and distortion. There’s also a subwoofer connection and 3.5 mm jack.
The Logitech Squeezebox Boom network music player works as an alarm clock and can wake you up to your favorite tunes. There are six preset buttons, located under the display, and a remote control.
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