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Big Bang from a Little Box

A mini amplifier powers huge speakers using technology from satellites

By Mike Kobrin Posted 08.05.2008 at 2:01 am 1 Comment

Building a traditional amplifier isn’t rocket science, but making a digital one that’s a fraction of the size and just as powerful is. Part of a wireless music-streaming system, the tiny Sonos Zone Player ZP120 is able to drive giant speakers like the B&W 803s [pictured] using the same kind of power supply found in satellites.

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The Goods: June 2008

From the smallest pro camera to a static-free music phone speaker our editors round up the summer's must-have products

By PopSci Staff Posted 06.05.2008 at 11:59 am 1 Comment

In each issue, PopSci rounds up the must-have products for the month. This June, check out dozens of the hottest new products: from the smallest pro camera to a eco-friendly mower to a frame that prints out its shots.

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The Goods: March 2008

From a solar-powered Bluetooth speakerphone to the smallest hi-def camcorder, our editors round up the must-have products for the month of March

By Matt Scheiderman Posted 02.29.2008 at 5:33 pm 0 Comments

Each issue, PopSci rounds up the must-have products for the month. This March, check out a media streamer that lets you buy movies with just your remote, a Bluetooth speakerphone that charges in the sun, a super-strong vacuum and more.

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The MegaGoods Gadget Review

Our biannual roundup of the coolest tech on the market. Launch the photo gallery here

Posted 07.19.2006 at 1:00 am 0 Comments

Here, we present a compilation of PopSci coverage of the season´s hottest tech- 60 pages of lust-worthy items, from a luxury amplifier that will please the most discerning audiophile to cutting-edge smartphones to household gizmos that will make everyday tasks easier. Get ready to drool.

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