This tiny cheap iFi gadget gives your old iPod Bluetooth support, sends the in-flight movie to your wireless headphones and lets you use your over-ears in the car
The iFi UP Travel Max has loads of uses: in flight, connecting your phone to your car, repurposing your old iPod...
iFi has introduced the UP Travel Max, a compact Bluetooth adaptor tailored for audio systems featuring 3.5mm jacks. This gadget is versatile and can be utilized on flights, in cars, and even with vintage iPods. The rise of modern technology often lags behind in certain sectors, such as in-flight entertainment systems which still rely on outdated wired earbuds.
However, with the iFi UP Travel Max, users can bypass these limitations and enjoy high-quality audio through their preferred wireless headphones or earbuds, all for a price of $129 / £129 (~AU$260). This device boasts a long-lasting 10-hour battery life, supports LDAC and aptX Lossless playback, and incorporates a DAC borrowed from other iFi devices, justifying its premium price compared to basic options.
The UP Travel Max also distinguishes itself by its bi-directional capability, allowing users to either transmit audio from their devices (like a flight console) to their headphones or receive audio from their smartphones to utilize their car's speakers. A simple button switch enables users to toggle between these two modes. This versatile device opens up various niche use cases, such as connecting a classic iPod without the need for wired headphones, or even pairing wireless headphones with a computer lacking Bluetooth functionality.
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