1283 Mad Catz Interactive, Inc. has announced today that it has begun shipping its next generation of AirDrives designed specifically for the Apple iPhone. Based on proprietary InAir innovative personal audio technology, the new AirDrives for iPhone provides superior comfort, fit, and sound quality along with a high performance microphone which also serves as a send/end button for answering and terminating calls.

Darren Richardson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Mad Catz, commented, “In the six months since its release, Apple’s iPhone is indisputably one of the most sought after consumer products worldwide and Mad Catz believes its innovative AirDrives headphones enhance the utility of this leading-edge platform.

Combining voice capability with AirDrives’ existing technology allows users the seamless integration of music selections, conversations and their surroundings. We look forward to bringing this virtual communication experience to consumers throughout 2008.”

In conjunction with this new product offering, Mad Catz will move the pricing of its existing AirDrives and AirDrives for Kids headphones to $79.99 and $49.99, respectively.

The Airdrives for iPhone is currently available for purchase through the Mad Catz websites ( http://www.madcatz.com , http://www.gameshark.com, and http://www.airdrives.com ).
The AirDrives for iPhone headset and Airdrives headphones feature a unique, outer-ear design that makes use of directional sound allowing users to remain alert and socially engaged while providing a distinctive listening experience. The patent-pending technology is designed with sound quality, overall comfort, and long-term ear health in mind and is compatible with iPods, Mp3 players, computers, portable DVD systems and now the iPhone. Testing indicates that AirDrives passes the House Ear Institute and OSHA (Occupational and Safety Health Administration) standards for all-day listening based on sound pressure levels detected at the inner ear. The retail price is $99.99 for the Airdrives iPhone headset, $79.99 for AirDrives headphones and $49.99 for AirDrives for Kids.

Features:
Integrated discrete microphone enables hands-free dual use from MP3 earphones to iPhone headset.
• Hands-free iPhone music pause / call answer functionality.
• Remain aware of life’s surroundings.
• Comfortable ear grips adjust for precise fit and retention.
• Unique outer-ear design delivers rich natural sound.
• Unmatched versatility brings music into your active lifestyle
• Durable design.

Specification: Engineered Around Your Ears
• Hands-Free iPhone music pause / call answer functionality.
• Frequency Range: 20-20,000 Hz
• Sensitivity: 98 dB SPL at source / 80 dB SPL at inner ear.
• Impedance: 16 Ohm
• Maximum Power Input: 15mW
• Cable Length: 4ft
• Jack: Gold plated 3.5mm dual standard stereo / iPhone compatible plus compatible with all iPods, 90 degree

AIRDRIVES – Stereo Earphones for iPhone and iPods Price $99.99

Promotional Giveaway!With the purchase of this product, receive a FREE Mad Catz iPod Power Pro Bundle (SKU MOV035930/04/1). While supplies last.

For more information, visit:
http://www.airdrives.com
or
http://www.madcatz.com

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