Parrot's Zikmu WiFi by Philippe Starck
Cecilia Biemann — December 18, 2008 — Pop Culture
Parrot has partnered with designer Philippe Starck to create a new set of wireless speakers called ‘Zikmu.’
The ‘Parrot by Philippe Starck’ speakers features an iPod/iPhone dock, surround sound technology and a range of wireless capabilities.
The 2.5’ tall minimalist speakers can also stream audio from mobile devices using Bluetooth A2DP or Wi-Fi, and the wireless speakers and connected device can be controlled from a distance using the Parrot by Starck smart remote control.
The Parrot by Philippe Starck Zikmu wireless speakers will be available from spring 2009.
The ‘Parrot by Philippe Starck’ speakers features an iPod/iPhone dock, surround sound technology and a range of wireless capabilities.
The 2.5’ tall minimalist speakers can also stream audio from mobile devices using Bluetooth A2DP or Wi-Fi, and the wireless speakers and connected device can be controlled from a distance using the Parrot by Starck smart remote control.
The Parrot by Philippe Starck Zikmu wireless speakers will be available from spring 2009.
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