Grace Debuts New Wi-Fi Radio
     
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Grace Digital Audio has released the Mondo, a new 802.11n Wi-Fi Internet radio with a built-in 3.5-inch color TFT LCD display.

According to the company, this “extremely portable” device integrates with several music services including Pandora, Clear Channel iHeartRadio, SiriusXM Internet Radio, NPR, CNN, BBC, NOAA, Weatherbug and approximately 18,000 AM/FM/HD radio stations worldwide. Audio formats supported include: AIFF, AIFC, WAV, CAF, NeXT, ADTS, MP3, AAC and WMA. Streaming formats consist of: HTTP, HTTPS, RTSP, WSMP and Shoutcast.

Mondo can also play files located on a PC, Mac or networked storage device. A handheld remote control comes with the Mondo and it can also be controlled via free iPad/iPhone and Android apps.

Audio emanates from the Mondo by way of a 3-inch woofer and 1-inch tweeter, powered by a Class D digital amplifier. Connections include a 3.5 mm aux-in, RCA jacks and USB port with an optional USB-to-Ethernet dongle sold separately. The radio comes in either white or “piano black.” A rechargeable battery circuit allows for battery operation. Lithium ion battery pack sold separately.

Mondo controls include a five-band EQ and station presets.

Mondo is available online at Grace Digital Audio, listed price is $179.99.

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Sure, now Grace comes out with this right after I wasted my money on a Logitech Squeezebox that does NOT have an "iHeartRadio.com" app for it. Therefore, I can no longer listen to any Clear Channel station, or others, that have migrated from thier original webfeeds to iHeart since Logitech refuses to provide an app for 'iHeartRadio'. Apparently, it would appear that Logitech is getting out of the Internet Radio business, which is too bad, as their unit has great audio quality and connectabilty; they just lack the ability to provide software add-on support after you buy their radio. Same problem: a 'sample test run' SiriusXM free demo does not work unless you buy a whole subscription. Logitech just is not providing support of any kind that involves firmware/software upgrades to their hardware. I hope Grace is better in that department; and it would appear so with the apps that they are offering.
By Mike Condensor on 2/17/2012

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