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06/09/2005, 8:05am, EDT

Thursday, June 9th

Roxio debuts 'The Boom Box' software suite for iPods

Sonic's Roxio division has officially launched The Boom Box, a Mac software suite comprised of five premium applications designed to personalize and customize iPod content. First noted by iPodNN earlier this week, the suite includes CD Spin Doctor (for digitizing vinyl recordings), MusicMagic Mixer (generates custom playlists), Audio Hijack (captures audio from any Mac application), iPodderX (manages/subscribes to podcasts), and iSpeak It (converts documents to audio files). The Boom Box, available for $50, offers users a significant cost savings over the cost of each application separately; it is available today online and will be widely available at retail stores later this month. The suite also includes special discount coupons and offers from Wiley books, Audible.com, and Belkin.

The Boom Box features two applications that enable iPod owners to rediscover their music collections. CD Spin Doctor can digitize vintage vinyl and tape recordings, offering features for automatically detecting tracks, removing unwanted noise and enhancing overall sound quality. MusicMagic Mixer is a personal, portable DJ. "Using sophisticated algorithms, MusicMagic Mixer analyzes acoustic elements of each song in a user's collection to automatically generate compelling, complementary playlists."

The Boom Box also includes three applications that empower iPod owners to broaden their listening experience. Audio Hijack is a powerful component that captures audio from an application in realtime. Users can schedule the recording of a favorite Internet radio show and then listen to it at a time that is most convenient. iPodderX makes it easy for users to subscribe to their favorite podcasts and have them automatically delivered to their desktop ready for transfer to their iPod. iSpeak It enables users to convert text-based documents such as e-mails or web pages into spoken word audio files or even create their own personal audio books.

"Roxio will stand out in the thriving market of over 500 iPod accessories that until now has focused largely on personalizing the outside of the device," said Dave Habiger , president and chief operating officer, Sonic Solutions. "The Boom Box is a versatile suite that focuses on the inside of the iPod and promotes greater music enjoyment and delivers refreshing new audio experiences."


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