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Sirius Debuts the Stiletto 2, Adds Wi-Fi

By Ed Oswald | Published August 15, 2007, 10:44 AM

Along with the release of several other new products, Sirius on Wednesday debuted the Stiletto 2, the second live-reception capable version of its popular portable radio.

Along with the capability to receive Sirius programming in a portable fashion, the Stiletto 2 would also have Wi-Fi capabilities, including the ability to connect to commercial hotspots. The device is scheduled to become available in fall 2007.

The player would be able to store about 100 hours of live programming, and well as offering the capability to play back MP3 and WMA files. Users can buy a microSD media card to add additional capacity for MP3s if they so desire.

When in Wi-Fi hotspots, the Stiletto 2 is able to connect to Sirius' Internet offering, or the premium version if the user is subscribed to it. The antenna for the device is located within the headphones, which have been produced by Altec Lansing.

Battery life is said to be four hours when listening to live programming, 10 hours through Wi-Fi, and 20 hours when listening to recorded or stored music. The device has a retail price of $349.99 USD.

Sirius will also sell a vehicle kit and a home kit for the player which will retail for $49.99 USD each, and a executive system, set to retail for $149.99 USD among other accessories.

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Ryokurin
Aug 15, 2007 - 3:21 PM

Its the same as before, with the exception of the ability to take microSD cards and its a little bit smaller

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