When the iPod was launched in 2001 by Apple it became a huge success instantly. Nobody expected it to boom into the portable media player market as it did. The iPod also brought in a handful of enhancements in the market. This was the time for JVC to take one step ahead. The retro boom boxes entered the market through laconic i931, the Altec Lansing mix and the iMT800 but now the JVC has joined the race with RV-NB50 Kaboom.
The Kaboom was first launched in 1998 but even in its newer model RV-NB50 it has kept certain features intact which include the CD player, fm radio and the tubular design of the earlier Kaboom model. The latest added features include a dock for the iPod and the line in port. The most interesting part is it has shoulder straps which allow us to enjoy the 40 watt Kaboom speakers on the move. That’s a nice innovation on the part of JVC as people can now enjoy blasting sound while being on the move.
The JVC is not lagging behind on latest technology as we see that integrates USB compatibility and it can play wma as well as mp3 files along with many other formats. The JVC although has its drawbacks. It would been a prompt hit if it had been launched say 3 yrs ago but today it lacks certain basic features. For example it’s not Shock proof, water proof or dust proof. This totally contradicts the shoulder straps for outdoor use. JVC certainly needs to pay attention to the growing market.
The RV-NB50 Kaboom does have its drawbacks but we cannot forget its authentic features. It is compatible with nearly all models of iPod till date which include the iPod (touch), iPod Nano (all gen), and iPod classic. The media docking market is tough to penetrate and JVC has to fight it out with a better model. Time will tell whether it will survive the race or not. The JVC RV NB50 Kaboom is a slated a late January release in Japan and will be priced US$300 approx. The critics are looking forward to this and the customers are eagerly waiting for JVC to create magic again.
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When the iPod was launched in 2001 by Apple it became a huge success instantly. Nobody expected it to boom into the portable media player market as it did. The iPod also brought in a handful of enhancements in the market. This was the time for JVC to take one step ahead. The retro boom boxes entered the market through laconic i931, the Altec Lansing mix and the iMT800 but now the JVC has joined the race with RV-NB50 Kaboom.
