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LaCie 'Air Vents' USB Speakers, Designed by Neil Poulton
Followers of Neil Poulton should take note of this pair of portable USB speakers from LaCie. Most designers embrace minimalism, and the LaCie is no exception. The two-piece speakers bear some resemblance to the air ventilation outlets sitting atop of modern skyscrapers. The surface of each of the 2" drivers has a rough finish; and the bottom features a rubber ring to keep the speakers in ...
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LaCie 'Air Vents' USB Speakers sport designer looks
Newlaunches.com — ... Vents' USB Speakers look so hot is that the really cool Neil Poulton has designed them. Quite like the air vents seen aboard ships, the speakers have rough finish 2" drivers and a rubber ring at the bottom to keep them sturdy. Using the minimalist approach, the black and white speakers look graceful and artistic. Hooking to the comp via USB, it does have a FireWire version; which will suit the MacBook owners. LaCie sells the USB Speakers for $59.99 while the FireWire goes for $99.99. Source

LaCie Air Vent Speakers
productdose.com — ... it comes to computer accessories, I firmly believe in the aesthetic as well as function. The sleeker the lines, the better chance a device has of landing on my desktop. The "Air Vent" speakers from LaCie are designed by Neil Poulton and truly resemble their namesake. The smooth contours and nice shape make them a perfect accessory for your contemporary office. The USB Speakers will be $59.99 while the FireWire will be available for $99.99 (via Everything USB) ...

Creative Throws in a Little X-Fi into USB Speakers
Everything USB - Gadgets, Wireless USB, USB 3.0 — ... When shopping for a portable speakers for on the go presentations for work or solitary entertainment in a hotel room, Creative N400 USB notebook speakers will have you covered. Compact bus-powered speakers give you the much needed convenience during transport while boosting enough power for most tasks. Granted, there's a bewildering ...

LaCie Hard Drive MAX - Elegant USB RAID (SAFE or BIG. Take your Pick)
Everything USB - Gadgets, Wireless USB, USB 3.0 — LaCie started working with Neil Poulton from early 2000's when the peripheral maker realized one lucrative way to sell storage is by adding a touch of designer's taste. The relationship worked out pretty well so far, with Poulton coming up with something elegant and tasteful ever year. This year is no different. $270 LaCie Hard Drive MAX, Design by Neil Poulton showcased in MacWorld Expo 2009 is a work of art, for an external 2TB (2 x 1TB) RAID. There's glossy black surface everywhere, and a soft LED light spills a blue (red ...

Altec Lansing Orbit USB Speaker Gets More Out of Less
Everything USB - Gadgets, Wireless USB, USB 3.0 — ... USB speakers are a great idea for what was previously a very cable-messy peripheral. Altec Lansing, no stranger to sound, has a new twist to make them even better. The ...

LaCie's Dual Power Sound 2 USB Speakers with Neil Poulton Flare
Everything USB - Gadgets, Wireless USB, USB 3.0 — ... . Similar in style to other Poulton-LaCie speakers, these speakers have some serious internals that warrant special attention. They may look like the belong in the Pompidou Center but these odd looking speakers will make you feel more like you are in a concert hall than an art center. LaCie has partnered with musical experts Cabasse to match high fashion with sound quality. Packing a pair of 80Hz - 20kHz response drivers and an internal 30W power amplifier these bad boys aren't toys. When running on AC power and USB connected, you'll experience 30W of crisp sound from an onboard ...

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