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iriver came to IFA with the usual collection of concept gear we crave. Unlike other manufacturers, iriver usually brings their prototypes to market, eventually, so you’ll want to pay attention. First up is a concept horn speaker (pictured top) for the iriver SPINN. The device plugs into the existing headphone jack bringing a sense of gramophone nostalgia to this most-modern device.

Next up is iriver’s latest take on the Unit2, the UNIT2-S, a simpler multimedia communications device for the home. Remember, it’s just a concept, but as envisioned, the working prototype functions as a video phone, digital photo frame, web browser, FM radio, flash gaming rig, SMS/MMS receiver, and audio / video player with DMB television tuner. The specs list a 4.3-inch AMOLED touchscreen display, 30GB hard drive and 2GB of flash (presumably in the base unit and handset, respectively), mic, stereo speaker, Li-Polymer battery, packed into a 185.4 x 117 x 19.8-mm tower.

Last up is the R1 DAB radio concept (pictured bottom). Again, the prototype was fully functional and capable of playing back internet, DAB, and FM radio; audio streaming from PC or off local storage; and pair of 2W stereo speakers. They also included an alarm clock to remind you that these concepts are just an iriver dream — for now.

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Original post by Thomas Ricker