AirPlay speakers for outdoors

I'm looking for a set of AirPlay-compatible speakers for use outdoors on my patio. I'd like to have them work *without* an AirPort Express, i.e., something like the the B&W Zeppelin Air or the iHome iW1, but for outdoor use.
Any suggestions?

Since your TV is not an AirPlay server, it will not be able to use AirPlay to send audio to an AirPlay (Apple TV, AirPort Express Base Sation, or any other AirPlay-ready) device. Your Apple TV won't work either as it can only receive audio via AirPlay to be played back through either a TV or audio receiver.
At this point in time, I'm not aware of any manufacturer that offers something that you are looking for.

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