IHOME IDM5 KEYBOARD SPEAKER SYSTEM (CES)

Posted by newbie Wednesday, January 18, 2012 0 comments

The tablet computer has all but replaced the laptop for many, many people. Solidifying this notion is iHome with the unveiling of the idM5 at this year�s CES. What is it? In short order, a full sized Bluetooth keyboard and speaker system in one. If you take a closer look you�ll see there are a set of media controls for the iPad (or iPhone or iPod Touch) and a keyboard cover that doubles as a stand to hold your tablet at a comfortable viewing angle. And last but not least is a USB port for charging up your device, though it won�t support connectivity, just powering up.

We had a chance to get a short hands on with the device. The keyboard is comfortable and the speakers, which are built into the left and right side of the keyboard, are surprisingly loud.

iHome hasn�t given us a price or launch date, but we expect it to arrive after the start of Q3.