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Griffin Airbase: A Display Plinth for the Airport Express

At first look, Griffin’s Airbase seems to be a $25 block of plastic which is nothing more than a fancy extension cable for the Airport Express. A second look confirms this to be so. Here are the specs. Notice that the claimed increase in signal strength is due not to any circuitry but achieved “by […]

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At first look, Griffin’s Airbase seems to be a $25 block of plastic which is nothing more than a fancy extension cable for the Airport Express. A second look confirms this to be so. Here are the specs. Notice that the claimed increase in signal strength is due not to any circuitry but achieved “by raising the base station up into the room”.

* Stylish enough to display anywhere in your house

* Elevating the AirPort Express increases effective range and efficiency

* Gives an excellent view of the status light, allowing the user to check the wireless connection at a glance

* Built-in cable management

Older British readers may remember "Not the Nine O'Clock News", a comedy sketch show which ran from 1979 to 1982. An accompanying book carried a spoof ad for an add-on to stacking Hi-Fi systems, which was full of flashing lights and promised nothing more than to add a few inches to the height of your stereo. The Griffin Airbase offers an eerily similar experience.

Product page [Griffin via Ubergizmo]