It was only a matter of time: Griffin's version of its iTrip for Apple's iPod nano will hit US shelves in November, bringing short-range FM transmission to the popular audio player.
Having produced iTrip accessories for Apple's iPod line-up of portable audio players since its first generation, Griffin has introduced the latest version of its FM-transmitting plug-in - which, in fact, is no plug-in at all. Taking on a sled form factor for the first time, the Griffin iTrip for iPod nano now displays the frequency of the user's choice on the display of the nano itself rather than on a separate display; also a first.
Billed as the thinnest FM transmitter for the iPod nano to date, the iTrip for iPod nano lets users transmit audio emanating from their nano to the FM frequency of their choosing in countries where FM transmission devices are legal. As with previous iTrip products, the newest addition draws its power directly from the battery of the iPod nano itself, connecting via the nano's dock and headphone connectors whilst offering USB passthrough for charging and connectivity.
Users are able to select mono or stereo modes via the nano-controlled user interface, with the iTrip for iPod nano also storing the last three used station presets. Also present is support for US, international and Japanese tuning modes, as well as Griffin's SmartSound automatic volume adjustment technology.
Slated to ship in the US in November, the Griffin iTrip for iPod nano will sell for $50 USD.
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