Hebe Styling offers legal FM-based car audio solution
updated 09:10 am EST, Wed January 19, 2005
iDrive for UK iPod users
Hebe Styling has developed a legal FM-based in-car audio solution for iPod users in the UK. The "Apple-approved" that "unlike existing FM-based products iDrive does not break radiocommunications regulations. It uses an FM modulator fitted directly into the car stereo head unit. Because it's a direct connection, the manufacturers promise no loss of sound quality, and no stray transmissions - and it's the latter point that makes the product legal under UK radio regulations." The product is available as a £95 self-install kit, or for £195 (installation included). In the coming months, the company says it will release the iDriveColour with a fully clear frosted shell that will glow in one of six different soft neon colors.
