Mar 12, 2009 08:30 ET
Klipsch Announces Headphones Designed for New iPod Shuffle With VoiceOver
INDIANAPOLIS --(Business Wire)-- Mar 12, 2009
Klipsch today announced that it is developing breakthrough
headphones with integrated controls on the earphone cord for the new
third generation iPod shuffle with Apple's new VoiceOver feature. These
new headphones will give users the ability to play, pause, adjust
volume, switch playlists and hear the name of the song and artist with
just the press of a button.
“We are delighted to be able to utilize this exciting technology. Our
focus on innovation means we’re ideally suited to support revolutionary
designs like VoiceOver,” said Paul Jacobs, president and COO of Klipsch
Group, Inc. “When you combine Apple’s market position with our 63 years
of experience in high-performance audio, you can expect one of the
coolest, most advanced headphone designs out there. It’s definitely a
platform that will re-define the music experience for our customers.”
The new third generation iPod shuffle with the VoiceOver feature can
speak song titles, artists and playlist names. When you want to know the
name of the song or artist playing, simply press a button on the
conveniently located headphone controls and iPod shuffle tells you the
song and artist name. iPod shuffle can even announce status information,
such as battery life.
The Klipsch headphones are expected to be available this summer for
$99.99.
About Klipsch®
Founded in 1946 by Paul W.
Klipsch, one of America’s most celebrated audio pioneers, Klipsch has
long been a high-end name in speaker design. Today, the brand continues
its success as a leading global manufacturer of premium sound solutions
for home, personal and commercial use. From massive professional cinema
speakers to tiny headphones, Klipsch remains committed to delivering the
most powerful, detailed and emotional sound experiences. Family owned
and operated, chairman Fred Klipsch and vice chairman Judy Klipsch set
the vision and strategy for the brand as well as the entire Klipsch
Group, Inc. organization. For more information, visit klipsch.com.
Klipsch
Sarah Knight, 317-860-8737
sarah.knight@klipsch.com