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"You're likely familiar with the iPhone's 'Airplane Mode', but check out the decidedly cooler 'Helicopter Mode'."

This is expected to be released in Summer of 2010, no word on pricing but I'd sure like one! It connects via Wi-Fi, uses the accelerometer and touchscreen on the iPhone to control it, and so you can see what you are running into, it has a camera that gives you the view on your iPhone or iPod Touch screen. Here is their website, or you can be their fan on Facebook. 

"Mobile phone gadget maker Parrot Tuesday introduced one of the few in-dash car stereos meant for iPhone users. The RKi8400 ($400 in the U.S.) was unveiled at the Frankfurt Auto Show."

According to Henri Seydoux, founder and CEO, the stereo will have "all iPhone functions - music, navigation of the music directory and playlists and Bluetooth phone capabilities" and will include a 2.4-inch LCD screen, 200-watts of power and support for most iPods, SD Cards and USB connections. Well, I have been looking for a new stereo for my Jeep...