The Venturi Mini offers the first true convergence of Bluetooth mobile
music streaming, hands-free calling and in-car USB charging
SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- NextGen Venturi Ltd. announces a
partnership today with Xentris, a leading manufacturer and distributor of
wireless accessories, to distribute the Venturi Mini -- the new music phone
adapter for in-car music and voice calls. The Venturi Mini introduces the
first true convergence of Bluetooth music streaming, hands-free calling and
USB-style charging. When plugged into a vehicle's 12 volt adapter, the
Venturi Mini uses Bluetooth to stream stereo music from the phone and
wirelessly route calls through the in-car sound system. The Venturi Mini
also has a built-in charger to power your devices on the move and is
designed to work with all vehicles.
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"We take pride in carrying the most innovative and progressive products
in the market and we're excited to include the Venturi Mini in the Xentris
line up," said Chris Martinez, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for
Xentris. "The Venturi Mini is the first product of its kind in that it
enables users to seamlessly experience mobile music and make high quality
hands-free calls in the car -- it is a perfect addition to our collection
of wireless accessories."
The Venturi Mini is currently available in the U.S. through Xentris at
http://www.xentrisllc.com and through Verizon Wireless. Measuring just
8.4cm x 4.3cm, the ultra compact Venturi Mini is fully transportable
between vehicles and family members with no installation required. The
Venturi Mini has an MSRP of $129 and is available for retail nationwide
January 2007.
The Venturi Mini becomes a personalized in-car radio station, playing
music from your MP3 enabled phone using wireless A2DP Bluetooth technology.
Featuring Bluetooth 2.0 EDR, the Venturi Mini allows high-quality stereo
audio to be transferred from your phone or MP3 player. You can connect up
to four separate Bluetooth devices and also attach your iPod or MP3 player
by cable.
"The Venturi Mini combines advanced technology and the sleekest design
to set a new standard for in-car entertainment and communication products,"
says Harbans Dass, Managing Director of NextGen Venturi. "With the
explosive growth of music enabled phones, the Venturi Mini brings a new
dimension to the in-car music experience, while allowing safe hands-free
calling."
Using new noise eliminating technology, the Venturi Mini provides
crystal clear hands-free audio for mobile calling. A new generation of
digital FM transmitter using RBDS technology displays information on the
in-vehicle radio screen, including phonebook contacts, device menus and
calling party identification. The Venturi Mini will automatically pause
music to answer incoming calls and resume playback afterward.
Unique to the Venturi Mini is the ability to charge your devices on the
go, featuring a standard USB style 5v port. The Venturi Mini will continue
to play music, take and make calls and ensure you arrive with your devices
charged and ready to go when the final destination is reached.
The stylish Venturi Mini is designed and manufactured in the United
Kingdom. Additional features include an auto sensing audio-in socket for
MP3 players, advanced noise reducing technology to minimize background
noise and an ambient light sensor that adjusts the white OLED display
brightness for all conditions. A stereo audio-out connection also provides
a direct connection to the car audio system.
The Venturi Mini was selected as a CES Innovations 2008 Design and
Engineering Award Honoree in the In-Vehicle Accessories product category.
The Innovations Design and Engineering Awards program recognizes the most
innovative consumer electronics products in the industry's hottest product
categories -- becoming a hallmark for the best designed products in
consumer technology.
For more information about the Venturi Mini, visit
http://www.myventuri.com.
About Xentris
Xentris, a privately held company, is a world-class manufacturer and
distributor of quality wireless accessories including aftermarket and OEM
products. Their product line for carrying and power solutions include
unique, innovative and progressive products. Many of their products display
either technological breakthroughs, worldwide brand recognition or fashion
forward designs. Major markets include wireless carriers, indirects, mass
market retail and eCommerce.
About NextGen Venturi Ltd
NextGen Venturi Ltd is a UK based hi-tech company creating innovative
and stylish products for mobile entertainment and multimedia in the car and
at home. Partners include Sony UK Technology Center for manufacturing and
Cambridge Silicon Radio (CSR) for Bluetooth technology.
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CONTACT:
Lindsey Groepper, +1-317-806-1900, ext. 114,
lindsey@blastmedia.com for Xentris
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