This little gadget has all the right to be named the “smallest high-sensitivity USB microphone”. Its dimensions are 3,8 x 2,5 x 0,6 cm.
But do not let the size confuse you, this kid is able to record sound at a distance of 15 meters! Thus it does not have any extra wires that could get lost or simply broken.
You can also listen to all that is recorded in real time thanks to the built-in headphone. While replaying the technology create a virtual 5.1 sound from regular stereo can be used.
The gadget is compatible with both PC, and with the MAC. You can get it at Planet Headset for $ 59.
Here is the review of Sony Ericsson R306, where you can find a list of key features, main disadvantages and final impression.
Key features:
- FM / AM radio tuner with RDS and TrackID
- AM receiver has 2 modes: 9 kHz (the USA and Japan) and 10 kHz (in other countries)
- Outside control of the radio
- Triple GSM support
- 1.9-inch TFT display with a resolution of 128 x 160 pixels
- Second external monochrome display with a resolution of 96 x 32 pixels
- 1.3 megapixel camera
- 5MB internal memory
- Bluetooth
- USB
- Ability to record radio in MP3 format
- Stereo speakers
- Main shortcomings:
- The external display is illegible in daylight because of the mirror surface
- Radio is not very convenient to use without headphones
- Standard headphone output is too large
- RDS data is not visible on the external display
- Memory is only 20 stations AM and FM
- TrackID will not work with radio
Conclusion
Sony Ericsson R306 Radio is a basic option as 1.3 megapixel camera, Bluetooth and intelligent connectivity. Improvements include radio stereo speakers, RDS, TrackID, record radio broadcasts.
Sparse and the lack of a built-in memory expansion slot is, of course, a drawback. The display could have better picture quality.
And now, about a detail that can spoil any phone, much less intended for radio. It is a big headphone output.
In any case, such phones like Sony Ericsson R306 Radio, will always have a market.
The Japanese Sony Corporation announced the price of their new headphones. Three new models – MDR-NC300D, MDR-NC33, and MDR-N600D – will go on sale on the 21st of June. Due to the official website the company promises that it will become a new word in high-precision digital audio processing, and most importantly will reduce the surrounding noise in 90-99 per cent.
This process will totally be managed by the artificial intelligence, respectively, the background noise will stun automatically. Manufacturers claim the use of improved technology for headphones noise.
Model MDR-NC300D will operate in three modes: A (normal), B (plane) and C (subway, bus, car, office). The level of noise in this model will be 98.4 percent, and working with only on one AA battery will last up to 20 hours. The headphone will cost decent – around 315 dollars.
MDR-NC33 headphone is the «younger brother» of the previous model. It will work in the same mode and will choke 90 per cent of the surrounding noise. There are four colors of MDR-NC33: black, white, indigo, and cherry. Price is about $ 100. Both models are made in the inner-plug format.
And finally, MDR-N600D is a classic headphone. In this model, the 99 per cent of noise is decreased, and the price would be about $ 500.
