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iHome Expands Voice-Activated Alexa Product Line with Feature-Rich Vanity Mirror and Bedside Alarm Clock Music SystemsRAHWAY, N.J., Dec. 4, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- iHome, the leader in award-winning speakers, portable devices and smart home control solutions, today announces the latest in its line of devices featuring Amazon Alexa Voice Service (AVS), the iCVA66 vanity mirror and iAV14 bedside clock system. Both devices make navigating through daily routines easy by providing convenient access to Alexa from bed or when getting ready for the day or night ahead. Both products also feature Bluetooth audio streaming, excellent sound quality and access to thousands of Alexa Skills including Smart Home solutions controlled by voice! "iHome products are designed to have the ideal combination of features, performance and value. iHome's line of bedside alarm clock music systems and iHome's Beauty line of vanity mirrors are no exception." said Nisan Davydov, Associate Marketing Manager at iHome. Ideal for a variety of cosmetic needs, the iCVA66 is the new flagship model of iHome's very popular line of high-quality, feature-rich vanity mirrors. It was designed to easily fit on vanities or bathroom countertops and makes prepping for the day — or night out — a breeze. During skin care routines, makeup applications, shaving and more, users can charge their phones, listen to music, answer calls and use Alexa to play music, set alarms, check calendars or access news, traffic, weather and more – by voice, so users don't have to disrupt their make-up preparations. The distortion-free mirror, bright LED illumination, magnification capabilities and high- and low-light settings combined provide the optimal conditions for cosmetic use. Benefits of the iCVA66 Vanity Mirror (MSRP: $179.99) include:
The latest in bedside alarm clock technology, the iAV14 harnesses the power of mazon's Alexa voice assistant and delivers it in a sleek and compact alarm clock form factor. Featuring iHome's proprietary snooze button for Alexa, users can get a few more minutes of sleep by pushing the snooze button or asking Alexa. Equipped with a robust far-field voice input system, users can control thousands of Alexa Skills including Smart Home devices like smart plugs (including iHome Control Smart Plugs), set the thermostat, check the forecast and traffic, share news and play music from online streaming services or Bluetooth-connected devices from anywhere in the room. Featuring a sleek and modern alarm clock radio design, the iAV14 has a high-quality acoustic fabric fascia and rubberized top for securely resting a smartphone. It also features a programmable smart button that can be set for one-touch playback of any playlist or can be utilized for smart home control. The bedside clock also features a USB charging port to charge devices while keeping them easily accessible. Benefits of the iAV14 Bedside Clock (MSRP: $99.99) include:
Both the iAV14 and the iCVA66 support many popular streaming music services, such as Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Pandora, Spotify, TuneIn and more. Via Alexa, both products offer voice control of countless IoT and smart home products. By enabling the iHome Control skill for Alexa, both the iCVA66 and iAV14 can be used to seamlessly turn on and off iHome Control SmartPlug products by voice. "Last year, we released iHome's first bedside alarm clock music system to feature voice-activated Alexa and it was an instant hit. This year, we're expanding our voice activated Alexa-enabled line of products with a value-focused bedside alarm clock music system and a premium vanity mirror. These products offer a ton of value at their price points and customers will appreciate the ability to access the vast skill set of Alexa on devices they normally rely on every day," said Gary Schultz, Director of Business & Product Development at iHome This announcement builds on iHome's growing support for the Amazon Alexa ecosystem. Today, iHome offers several Alexa-compatible solutions, including its growing line of tabletop and bedside speakers that have Alexa built-in and its iHome Control SmartPlugs that support Alexa. For more information about iHome, its products, and this announcement, please visit www.ihomeaudio.com. About iHome: iHome is currently pioneering a new area of connected consumer electronics with the release of its iHome Control line of smart home products. Compatible with Apple and Android portable devices, iHome has had success with a line of SmartPlugs and smart sensors. Through integrations with Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant, Nest, Wink, and Samsung SmartThings, iHome's line of smart home products offer the broadest IoT compatibility in the market. The first iHome product introduced, an iPod-docking clock radio, was the top-selling iPod accessory for 2005 and firmly established iHome as the premier brand in the audio accessories market. Today, iHome remains the #1 selling brand in digital player speakers with an impressive catalog of award-winning products. iHome's products can be found worldwide through virtually every distribution network in over 40 countries. For more information on iHome and its products, visit ihomeaudio.com, Facebook (facebook.com/iHome), or follow @iHome on Twitter.
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