Jensen Adds Voice Recognition to 2010 Multimedia Head-Unit Line
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LAS VEGAS - January 6, 2010 - International CES, Booth 11006-10506 - Audiovox Corporation (NASDAQ: VOXX) today announced that its industry leading Jensen mobile multimedia line would be adding voice recognition to its 2010 models. The two models, VM9314 and VM9324, will offer the latest in HD Radio technology incorporating iTunes tagging and voice control for the iPod and iPhone. Consumers will have the ability to access his or her music library by simply speaking to their iPod and requesting a song title, artist or genre.
"Our 2009 line of Jensen head-units represents the best of what's available in the multimedia category. The VM9314 and VM9324 are designed around a WinCE Platform, which enables the head units to recognize voice controls for the iPod or iPhone, allowing the user to use natural speech to pick songs, artists or genre without being confined to a preset word library," said Tom Malone, president, Audiovox Electronic Corporation.
The VM9324 Voice Control Multimedia double din system features a built-in HD Radio tuner, has iTunes tagging, plus voice control for the iPod and iPhone. It's navigation and Bluetooth ready so all formats are quickly and easily installed. A 6.2" Hi-Def TFT touch screen delivers information to the driver with easy-to-understand icons from iTunes tagging to iPod operation and everything in between. New hardware platform supports animated graphics for enhanced user experience. Two interfaces - USB and SD - give the driver options to use flash drives and other media up to 8GB. The rearview camera input gives the driver visual information on obstacles that might be behind the vehicle when backing up. The steering wheel control interface helps access the user media library without moving their hands from the steering wheel. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP): $549.99. This unit will be available in the spring of 2010. (A single din version w/ 7" Hi-Def TFT motorized touch screen - VM9314 will also be available, spring of 2010 with an MSRP: $549.99.) (Note: optional camera for dashboard or sun visor required.)
"The Jensen brand has led this category for four years because we continue to provide our retail partners a line of multimedia head units that answer the needs of the mobile audiophile. Voice is the next big thing for aftermarket systems and it is here today with this new Jensen line," Malone concluded.
Additional features for the 2010 Jensen Multi-Media Head Units line includes, Voice Control for iPod/iPhone, Works with iPod, HD Radio Tuner w/ iTunes Tagging, Front Panel USB, SD Card and Aux In, Navigation and Bluetooth Ready, XM Ready, Hi-Def TFT Panels, Rear Camera-in and Steering Wheel Control Interface.
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Audiovox (NASDAQ:VOXX) is a recognized leader in the marketing of automotive entertainment, vehicle security and remote start systems, consumer electronics products and consumer electronics accessories. The company is number one in mobile video and places in the top ten of almost every category that it sells. Among the lines marketed by Audiovox are its mobile electronics products including mobile video systems, FLO TV, Mobile Video + PlayStation 2 systems, auto sound systems including satellite radio, vehicle security and remote start systems; consumer electronics products such as MP3 players, digital camcorders, DVRs, Internet radios, clock radios, portable DVD players, multimedia products like digital picture frames and home and portable stereos; consumer electronics accessories such as indoor/outdoor antennas, connectivity products, headphones, speakers, wireless solutions, remote controls, power & surge protectors and media cleaning & storage devices; Energizer®-branded products for rechargeable batteries and battery packs for camcorders, cordless phones, digital cameras and DVD players, as well as for power supply systems, automatic voltage regulators and surge protectors. The company markets its products through an extensive distribution network that includes power retailers, 12-volt specialists, mass merchandisers and an OE sales group. The company markets products under the Audiovox, RCA, Jensen, Acoustic Research, Energizer, Advent, Code Alarm, TERK, Prestige and SURFACE brands. For additional information, visit our Web site at www.audiovox.com.
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