Apple iPod nano 8 GB Purple (4th Generation) Review

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(More customer reviews)this is my 6th portable digital music device so far, and i tried to avoid ipods because they always got bad reviews for malfunctioning and lacking features. this on is a different story. not only is this ipod the thinnest ipod ever made (you can stop here, apple, any further and it will vanish), its made smart, and so far its a pretty good buy for me. unlike everyone thinks cover flow cant be turned off, it can. instantly after i connected my ipod for the first time to itunes a new firmware update popped up, and one of the updates was an option to turn off cover flow, among other things.
+ pros
-incredibly thin. i cant even tell its in my pocket
-aluminum casing and glass screen offer excellent scratch resistence
-very light
-very competitive pricing - 16 gb for what the nano offers is the most affordble nano ever. the apple reputation has never been so attainable.
- accelerometer - this adds a few fun touches to operate without pressing buttons, is very useful for rotation on the screen when viewing pictures or watching videos. games are now actually very interesting
- screen clarity
-simplicity of use
-lots of colours to choose from
- cons
ITUNES - although itunes is the gold standard in today's media players, it has a tendency to use a massive amount of resources on any pc, and runs without question parallel to quicktime. if any quirks manage to occur, renstallation is required
- battery life - other than uninterrupted music playback very disappointing, especially while playing games
-everything is automated - this pertains to 1, the fact the ipod will turn on when i put in headphones, and the rest to itunes, which tries to sync entire libraries worth of music onto foreign ipods, like friends' and family
-Apple decided to require either their brand or certification to all ipod accessories, so to anyone that has bose or othere expensive docks and such, this might be a deal breaker
er, then i suppose theres a "both" category
-genius- theres something i havent noticed people mention, or if they do, its complaints. Genius is an absolutely worthless feature when used on the ipod. It works with only about 25% of PURCHASES. And it doesn't make a very satisfying playlist even when it does work. But honestly who should expect that? When you use genius on, itunes, yeah it still sucks at making playlists, and it is frustrating, but it's an excellent tool for finding new music, because it reccomends a huge list of new songs and different artists that usually appeal to your taste.
overall a big improvement compared to other ipods ive seen. the pricing and compactness, features and ease of use stand out, though the battery life and new accesory restrictions leave something to be desired. (get the 16 gb if you really want movies, or go for the classic or touch, which are both equally appealing) i give the nano ****.

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Zune 120 GB Video MP3 Player (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)No matter your opinion on Microsoft, the amazing fact remains that every time they update a Zune they include a free software update for all past Zunes making them nearly identical as the new Zunes. I am sure one day this may stop due to the fact that the new hardware will require a different type of OS that won't work on the old Zunes (i.e. a Zune Touch or something). Until then, I am have been a very happy past/present Zune owner for this reason.
I owned a Zune 30 for 2 1/2 years prior to buying the Zune 120. My old Zune worked perfectly and was not a factor in my decision to upgrade. Did I need the extra space? Not really... but I wanted to try out the touch/click "squircle" before the new Zune games were launched. I read that some games may not work (or work as intended) with the Zune 30 since it does not have the touch sensitive pad. We'll see how true that is when games are put on to the Marketplace.
My opinion after owning the Zune 120 for a couple weeks:
The Good:
-I am a rabid/avid fan of the Zune Pass. I don't mind renting music, in fact I LOVE it. It really opens me up to new bands without wasting $10-20 on an album I may hate. For $14.99 a month [for unlimited downloads on up to 3 Zunes and 3 Computers] I can download from more songs than I can fathom and not be upset if I pick a few tone-deaf artists along the way. If I love an album enough to keep it I can buy it from Zune or Amazon or whomever. If you think about it, the Zune Pass could save you money by allowing you to test out bands before committing to a purchase. Also, if throwing a house party or having guests over, you can download music for your guests that you might never consider buying for yourself.
-Audible support now available. Not sure how much I will use this feature yet but for now I like it and am happy I am not closed off from this option.
-WiFi: the options are now amazingly more advanced and now having WiFi on the Zune makes sense. Being able to download songs over a WiFi connection is huge. McDonald's is teaming up with Zune and will be offering their WiFi connection to Zune owners in the near future. While iPod does this with Starbucks, there are many more McDonalds than Starbucks in the U.S. Though not sure if this is a good thing ;)
-Channels!!!: I love the new channels built into the software. As a Zune Pass subscriber I love taking advantage of this. The software makes a "channel" once a week of songs it thinks I will like based on a genre (I have a "My Classic Rock" channel, "My Rock" channel, and since I share my Zune Pass with family members a "My R&B" channel). I choose which, if any, channels I want to subscribe to (so I can skip the R&B one if I desire) and it downloads a playlist of sorts that changes every week. Also, I can subscribe to other generic channels (i.e. "Rock" Channel, "Punk/Ska" Channel etc.) not tailored directly to me if I so desire. This has been a great way to sample new bands/music that have relevance to my music style. Of course if you love a song/artist you can always permanently download the songs. If you are an avid gym buff or runner there are some very cool channels titled "Walk" "Jog" and "Run" that have songs which consist of the same range of beats per minute to keep you moving at a constant speed. Very cool.
-Mixview: Much better looking than "Genius" on iTunes since Mixview uses album art and artists pictures rather than plain old text and Mixview's suggestions seem more relevant to me than Apple's "Genius." This can always change in the future as each product develops and I am excited that there is competition in this arena since it can only make this better and better. If you don't know what Mixview is, it is Zune's way of gathering data based on your music preferences (and the preferences of others) to recommend new music to you. Pandora (the Internet Radio website) does a BEAUTIFUL job at this. It's free and I would check it out if you have never used it before. Amazing.
-Battery Life: Much better than the Zune 30 which is a nice surprise. Leave WiFi off for a longer battery life.
-Accessory Compatibility: the charger, dock, remote, car charger, etc. from the Zune 30/80/120 all work together wonderfully. If you have the version 1 dock you will need to remove the plastic insert in order to have the 80/120 fit. It only takes a few seconds and is very painless. I would add a link to websites that show video/pictures on how to do this but Amazon removed two posts in the Zune forum where I did this. Do a search, it's out there. The cases for the Zune 30 do not work with the 120 but the 80 is the same size and both use the same cases. Heard there are problems with older FM transmitters working with the newer Zunes. Not sure how prevalent this problem is as I use an AUX jack in the car.
-The Squircle: This is the only "big" difference between the Zune 30 and the 80/120. It did not take long for me to get used to using this but my learning curve may be shorter than others as I am used to swiping on my iPhone and now clicking seems more difficult for me. (You can turn this feature off if you just want to use the squircle as a click pad.) When I went to buy a case I found that most cases covered the squircle and was concerned it would mess with functionality. I want to report that it did not take away the ability of the Zune to notice my movements. However, the case makes it not as smooth of an action as the bare squircle (I have a silicone cover that makes my finger "stickier" against the case so the glide isn't as smooth). Something to think about when purchasing a case (which I would recommend.. see "The Bad")The Bad:
-I LOVED the Zune 30 casing. That was one beautiful thing that the Zune had over the iPod. The iPods scratched and showed wear very quickly and the Zune 30's casing was virtually indestructible. With the new casing (party in the front/business in the back... the reverse mullet) it seems that the possibility for scratching is now higher. The shiny front is a fingerprint magnet and the matte black back has a silver/gold metal underneath (as evidenced by Microsoft's Zune Originals website where you can have your Zune engraved professionally.. they "scratch" [engrave] a design and the gold/silver color appears). Not sure how deep you would have to scratch to get to that color and I won't volunteer to be a guinea pig. Sorry!
I highly recommend getting a case and I am a sucker for buying a screen protector as the Zune is nearly all screen on the front and should remain beautiful and scratch-free.The "I don't care"/ "No opinion":
-The Clock: There is a clock now.. and I don't care. Many did so they will be happy. No alarm built-in, so beware clock lovers. (Microsoft updates the firmware and software quite a bit so you never know if this could be added soon.)
-Buy from FM: I hate the radio in my smallish town. There are only a couple decent stations but they aren't good enough for me to stop listening to MP3s and tune in. For those who have better stations and are in to Top 40 or what is new on the charts this may be an amazing option for you. Getting artist and album info over Zune's FM radio could be helpful if your DJ never states the name of an artist (like so many don't) and, if you really like the song, you can download it immediately or tag it for download later (depending if you are in a WiFi hotspot or at home with plug in hand).
-Headphones: the Zune 30 came with "run of the mill" headphones, the Zune 80 came with "premium" headphones and the Zune 120 went back to the "run of the mill" headphones. I use third-party headphones ($100+) so I don't care what comes in the package. Others might so here it is.
-Games: as of today's date, there are no games available for download on the Zune Marketplace. This is supposed to change soon and I sure hope it does. However, there are two games that come loaded on the Zune when you plug it in to the computer and update (Hexic and Texas Hold 'Em). Apple has the upper hand here and has done wonders with the App store. I hope Microsoft takes note and does something like it with the Zune. Heck, I hope the do something even better so then Apple steps up their game even more... and around and around we go. Competition is great for consumers.
I think here is a good place to mention that I love my iPhone 3G AND my Zune and I need to have both in my life to be happy (in the materialistic sense). I don't listen to music on my iPhone due to limited space (after adding apps, photos, podcasts, etc. there isn't much room for music) and also because Apple does not have a subscription music "rental" service. Ideally I would like to see Zune make a phone similar to the iPhone or the iPhone to have a subscription based music service (both phones would need a large capacity drive) so I could carry around just one device (either iPhone or ZunePhone depending on the offerings). Until that day I live in harmony with my Zune 120 and my iPhone 3G.

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Monster Mobile MP3 MusicConnect - 2 m. Cable (1/8? mini plug to 1/8? mini) Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this connector for use in my car. It allows me to connect my iPod to the mini jack in my console.
The wire is a little long, but very thick for durability. The sound quality is also very nice.

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PYLE PLVWR2200 22'' Flip Down TFT LCD Monitor Review

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(More customer reviews)The picture quality is one of the best I've seen on a flip down monitor but the base plate to hold up the monitor is weak... Theres no metal behind it to support its weight. Theres only plastic, soo after awhile I'm worried that it'll start to crack and break... Wish they made it more sturdy soo it would last ... But over all happy with the purchase...

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This 22" Pyle super-slim TFT roof mount monitor has a crystal-clear display to keep the back seat busy and entertained! This screen has a 16:9 display ratio at a resolution of 1820 x 1080 for a beautiful image. The monitor has dual-dome lighting for illumination, and is equipped with 2 AV inputs, so you can hook up multiple devices without having to worry about messy wires. Tweak your monitor\'s display using the built-in controls, or use the included wireless remote control. The built-in IR transmitter can be used with wireless IR headphones to keep the noise low and the fun high! Requires 12 V.

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Belkin FM Transmitter for iPod (White) Review

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(More customer reviews)I absolutely love this transmitter. I originally used the iTrip from Griffin and was constantly having to change stations whenever I traveled just an hour away from my home. This item, however, has clarity and quickly takes over the FM station of your choice. The best stations to choose are ones with very little interference from another stations, but don't choose the stations with just a lot of static. The feature that allows you to save two particular stations that work the best for your car is extremely useful.

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With the Belkin F8V7101 TuneCast Auto for iPod (White) you can use your iPod to listen to your favorite tunes through your car's FM radio without the hassle of running any hardwiring. The Belkin TuneCast Auto wirelessly transmits audio from your iPod to your car stereo, quickly and easily. Just plug the TuneCast Auto into the dock connector on your iPod and your car's cigarette-lighter outlet, and you're ready to go.
The Belkin F8V7101 powers and charges your iPod through your car's cigarette lighter via its DC power adapter. Unlike some FM transmitter models that only allow a few channels, this unit transmits on the full range of FM channels, from 88.1 MHz through 107.9 MHz, so you can always find one without interference. For added convenience, the F8V7101 includes two programmable memory presets.
Compatible with any iPod with a 30-pin dock connector--including the iPod nano 1G, iPod nano 2G, iPod mini, iPod 3G, iPod 4G (Click Wheel), iPod color, and iPod 5G/5.5G Video--the Belkin TuneCast Auto is white to match your iPod, and is backed by a manufacturer's lifetime warranty. What's in the Box Belkin F8V7101 TuneCast Auto system, user's guide and warranty information.

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iLuv i199 High-Fidelity Bluetooth Speaker System with AM/FM, CD, Dual Alarm, and Dock for iPod (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)Cumbersome, slabby, placticky design. USB port secured under a pop-up panel that's hard to open without a pen or coin. Startlingly bad FM reception. Unable to access content on my jump drive; locked up when accessing content on my MP3 player, so that the off button didn't function and I needed to unplug the unit. Overpriced even had those features worked. I returned and went with the JVC EP-25, a less expensive, far superior product with approximately the same features.

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The I199 High-fidelity Audio Multimedia System brings to you is clear quality sound using jAura acoustic speaker technology playing music from your iPod, CDs, MP3 CDs, USB or AM/FM radio. Designed with Bluetooth wireless technology and BluePin wireless audio transmitter & receiver, you can listen to music in your room wirelessly on headphones or speakers equipped. Your music can put you to sleep or wake you up and you can always know the song title and artist on an MP3 track if it has an ID3 tag. With the AV output, you can even send video content from your iPod to a TV. This system gives you a lot and you can give a little something in return. Provides a variety of basic and convenient functions, such as Repeat, Random, Intro and more AM/FM radio with PLL digital tuning technology Programmable presets for 40 radio stations (10 for AM / 30 for FM) Digital clock display with dual alarm Wake to your iPod, USB, CD, radio, or buzzer Fall asleep to your iPod, USB, CD, radio, or AUX Supports 9-minute snooze and 4-step dimmer functions Plays MP3 files stored on a USB storage device, such as USB MP3 players with USB connector Auxiliary line-level input for 1st and 2nd generations of iPod and other audio devices Negative liquid crystal display (LCD) Bluetooth Core - Bluetooth V1.2 compliant Bluetooth Profile - A2DP, AVRCP Operating Frequency - 2.4 - 2.4835GHz Security Features - 128-bit Encryption Transmitting Rate - 721Kbps (Max) Wireless Technology - FHSS

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CTA Digital 3 in 1 Car Kit for iPod Review

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(More customer reviews)Several problems with this product. The main being that the sound quality of the FM transmitter is horrible. It doesn'tbroadcast stereo sound all the time, and unless you plan on sitting in your car in one area where you get a good signal, prepare to have the sound quality vary greatly. I also found I got a better signal when I held the transmitter in my hand or wrapped foil around it, which looks horribly.
Bottom line, do not buy this expecting to have your ipod play through your car speakers just like your radio. In fact, there are very few FM transmitters that will give you flawless sound. If you want good "consistent" quality, you are going to have to use a casette deck transmitter which provides a direct line into your ipod. But out of the many FM transmitters I've tried, this is the worst.

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Can you imagine listening to your favorite music from you iPod or iPod mini via your car stereo system, and at the same time charge your iPod battery, and conveniently hold your iPod in the secured holder? With this new innovated car kit from CTA you can accomplish all of the above at once. This handy and easy to use car kit includes everything you need to make your iPod road-ready. It's got a secure adjustable holder to keep your iPod or iPod mini securely in place, a built-in FM transmitter which wirelessly connects your iPod to your cars stereo system quickly and easily using FM radio waves. Just set the transmitter and your stereo to the same FM frequency, and enjoy your music experience with more sound and fewer wires. It also includes a car charger, which provides non-stop iPod operation by offering the convenience to operate and/or charge your iPod while you drive.

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Satechi iCraft Dock Station Stereo Round Speaker Made for iPhone 4,3Gs,3G, iPod Touch 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Gen, Nano 6th Gen, Classic with Remote Control Review

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(More customer reviews)THE PRODUCT - I was looking for a middle of the road iPod speaker because I wasn't interested in paying $200 for a BOSE iPod speaker. I wanted something small, simple and reasonably priced. THIS IS IT! Don't expect BOSE quality sound, but it is more than adequate for a desktop speaker in an office or to make your 1st gen iPod touch a great alarm clock (which it has inside it, but no built in external speakers to make it useful) Also, this dock is a great way to charge the touch, which does not come with a wall charging adapter.
THE CUSTOMER SERVICE - The only glitch in my experience was that the speaker/dock did not come with a universal iPod touch adapter. Your iPod will still attach to the speaker and work fine, and for the most part sit on the dock solidly. But the adapter makes it much more solid. I e-mailed Satechi and asked for an adapter. They CALLED me back, that's right CALLED me back, and offered to send one out free of charge. THAT'S an A+ in my book.

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Unleash your music with the Satechi iCraft! Suitable for iPod and iPhone as well as other portable music players, via a line-in port at the back, Satechi iCraft is ideal for use at home and office. Satechi iCraft has enough power to fill a room with crystal clear sound from its four full rangeneodymium dynamic drivers. Whilst small in size it does not compromise in delivering superb distortion free sound. Enjoy listening to music with the convenience of a wireless remote control, while built-in docking station recharges your iPod or iPhone!

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Jabra Bluetooth Music Adaptor for Ipod Review

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(More customer reviews)This product doesn't work. I have a R.E.D. Tantrum Audio Helmet that supports A2DP. The concept is that you can wear a helmet while skiing or snowboarding and be able to listen to music and make and receive phone calls through the included Motorola bluetooth headphones. This system only works to its full potential if everything, including the music, streams through bluetooth. So, I searched for an iPod bluetooth adaptor and after some research stumbled on the Jabra A125s. Long story short, it's unusable. The sound cuts in and out (usually out) constantly such that it's not even worth pairing to the headphones. I know the culprit is the Jabra because tests other bluetooth solutions work perfectly.
After giving up in frustration, I attempted to contact Jabra and see if this is a common problem with this device, or if I had a faulty unit. I've sent three emails and one letter but have heard NOTHING back from Jabra.
Stear clear of this product.

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Jabra A125s iPod Bluetooth adaptor, One way audio streaming for iPod to Jabra or other Bluetooth Stereo Headsets

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Peripheral PXDP/PXHTY3 Toyota iPod Adapter Review

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(More customer reviews)I just got this unit installed today in my 2004 Scion xB so I am not reviewing the long term functionality of the unit although so far it seems to meet expectations. I did have some issues that were resolved with installation. First, the unit has a DIP switch that needs to be set before installation, you have to visit their website to get the code for your car. The instruction manual is very generic, and contains no vehicle specific information.
When I removed my radio from the dash I was confused, as the "vehicle specific" cable supplied has 3 connectors on it but there was only one open connection on the radio. I looked around trying to figure out if the others went to something else but couldn't find anything. Then when I powered everything back up I found the unit was not functioning: the ipod was not charging and would not play back over the stereo.
I used the contact form on their website and explained my problem, thinking I would never hear from them. To my surprise I received an email back minutes later explaining the extra connectors (not used) and the tech asked me to cycle the position of the DIP switches and try again, which fixed my problem and now my ipod is charging and plays through the stereo.
I'm using this with my Touch and so far have verified that track change stereo controls change the song playing and that the player pauses when the car is turned off and resumes when turned on which is what I really wanted.
If you are new to installation you might want to ask a pro for help with this installation or find internet help beforehand to ensure you can get access to the back of the radio and get the cable routed.
For my installation once the issues were figured out only took about 20 minutes and only required a screwdriver.

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Plugs into the back of the radio- at the cd changer/satellite radio port.If equipped, factory cd changer and satellite radio has to be disconnected.NOT compatible with radios that have a built in 6 disc cd changer or navigation.This adapter is only compatible with single disc or cassette deck radios. Works With: Scion:tC 2003-2008xA 2003-2008xB 2003-2008Toyota: 4-Runner 1998-2008Avalon 1998-2008Camry 1998-2008Celica 1998-2008Corolla 1998-2008Echo 2000-2008Highlander 2001-2008 Landcruiser 1998-2008MR2 2000-2008 RAV4 1998-2008 Sequoia 2001-2008 Sienna 1998-2008 Solara 1999-2008Tacoma 1998-2008Tundra 2000-2008 Yaris 2005-2008

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DLO TransDock Micro FM Transmitter for iPod (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchased the DLO TransDock Micro in order to be able to listen to my 60 GB Video Ipod as I drive around in my vehicle. After using this device for about a month now, I am extremely pleased with its performance. The audio coming through my vehicle's radio using this device with my Ipod is outstanding, with no hiss or other interferences. I prefer this device over other FM transmitters/chargers because it allows you to place your Ipod just about anywhere in your vehicle where it is convenient, due to the long cord on the device. The use of the cord on this device, as compared to other FM transmitters which require you to place your Ipod in/on the device, also allows me to keep the protective case on my Ipod at all times. The DLO TransDock Micro is a great addition to any compatible Ipod.

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The iPod has gone wireless and its contents can be transmitted over select FM radio stations. And that's not all! You can also use this with any MP3 or digital media player - even a PSP! Say "Hi" to the newest member of the DLO TransPod family, the TransDock micro. Enjoy your iPod's music in your car while you keep your iPod fully charged with the DLO TransDock micro. The DLO TransDock micro is based on the award-winning design of the DLO TransPod. It plays any iPod's music over any car stereo. The TransDock micro is the most flexible, cost-effective car solution for the iPod you can buy. It comes with a removable USB charge and sync cable that can be used at home or on the road. That's an added $20 value! TransDock micro also features a beautiful black and white color scheme that matches any car's interior as well as your iPod. The TransDock micro broadcasts the iPod's music to any FM radio frequency from 88.1 to 107.9 while keeping it charged. The new TransPod micro is a complete iPod solution for your car, yet it requires no installation. This makes it a great alternative to expensive custom installations. Its all-in-one functionality and superior sound quality elevate the TransPod micro above lower-end, bottom-mounting FM transmitters. Like the TransPod, the TransDock micro also features an auxiliary input, allowing it to broadcast the audio from any MP3 player or audio device like an iBook, MacBook Pro, a Sony PSP gaming system or a travel DVD player. The DLO TransDock micro also gives you the choice of connecting to your car stereo with a cassette adapter or mini plug cable with it's auxiliary line output.Allows a user to set up to 4 preset stationsEasy-access, dash-based tuning buttons on each side of the unitBright, dash-based LCD readoutMounts iPod shuffle and includes Velcro mounting system for iPod nanoUSB to iPod 30-pin Dock Connector Cable -Length 48? / Aux Input / Output. Compatibility: iPod Classic, iPod Mini, iPod Nano (plus 1st & 2nd generation), iPod Shuffle (1st generation), iPod Touch, iPod Video, iPod with Color Display and iPod (4th generation).

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Scosche Extreme Sport Wrist-Mounted iPod Remote Control Review

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(More customer reviews)This will not work with video iPod. The video iPod does not have the power source next to the audio out like all the other iPods. The video iPod only has the audio out (headphone jack).

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Enjoy complete wireless control of your iPod while jogging or cycling withthis Scosche wrist-mounted RF remote control. Ideal for active listeners who don't wantto fumble with their iPods' click wheels while exercising, the remote works from up to100 feet away--plenty long enough for most applications, including running on theindoor treadmill or lifting weights in the basement. More importantly, the remote handlesall the iPod basics, including play/pause, skip, rewind, and volume. Users will love theeasy-to-operate design: simply plug the included receiver into your iPod's headphonejack, then adjust the strap to the proper arm or wrist orientation and you're ready to go.And thanks to the unique water-resistant design, the remote works in the most extremeweather conditions, including rain, wind, or snow. Finally, the remote doesn't require abattery, as it draws its power from the iPod itself. Compatible with the iPod 3G, 4G,photo, and mini (it doesn't work with the iPod shuffle or nano), the remote is backed bya 90-day warranty.
What's in the Box Wrist-mounted remote control, RF receiver, user's manual.

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Ipod Iphone Fm Transmitter Charger Holder Car Dock Kit Review

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(More customer reviews)When I first hooked this up to my iPod, it worked as expected...the first time. I used it for about 20 minutes. The second time, about 10 minutes into using it the FM transmitter seemed to stop transmitting. I made sure it was completely in the 12V outlet and all the connections were secure, and it was on the right FM frequency. Even without the iPod attached, there should be silence on the frequency on which it's transmitting, but it was just static. The charging part of it still works fine. The FM transmitter works off and on for apparently no reason. Even when it is transmitting, the cord that goes to the headphone jack is very spotty - you have to turn it around in the jack just right or you only get sound to one side of the car or there's a lot of static. My headphones work just fine, so it's not the jack on the iPod. When it's actually transmitting and everything is adjusted just right, it sounds great. I'd return it, but for $9 it's not even worth paying the return shipping. So, if you're looking for a charger, it works fine. If you're looking for an FM transmitter, I'd look elsewhere.

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# FM Transmitter function:# The Digital Wireless Radio Transmitter wirelessly transmits music from your iPhone or MP3 player to your car stereo.# The digital tuner locks digitally into the clearest available radio station.# Wide choice of channels allows you to tune your car stereo to the clearest FM frequency, and enjoy your music with full stereo sound and convenience.# Tune to any frequency from 88.1 to 107.9 FM.# Charger function:# Simply plug it into your car's cigarette lighter and connect it directly to the dock connector of your iPhone or iPod to charge.# Charging function works only with iPhone or iPods except shuffle.# Extra USB port support charging for MP3,MP4,Mobile phone.# iPhone Holder function:# The cradle adjusts to almost any position. Keeps your iPhone where you need it to select the next play list and keep your tunes coming.# Convenient to use while listening to your favorite musics off your iPhone while resting on this holder that also functions as power charger through the car's cigarette lighter adapter.# The whole unit also tilts vertically with cigeratte lighter connection as the pivot point to keep your iPhone just at the right angle.What's in the box# 1 x iPod / iPhone Car Kit# 1 x 3.5cm audio cable

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DICE i-BMW-TSV SilverLine BMW/Mini Cooper iPod Adapter Review

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(More customer reviews)Pros:
installation: easy. the iBMW sits happily in the nice little Cd-changer recess in the trunk
documentation, product description, web site: clear
sound quality: as good as the CD player
functionality: it gives the driver control over the play list selection, track selection, and artist selection. it shows the track information. Good use of the BMW factory radio displays and controls.
Cons:
There is a 1-1/2 second delay in response in making any changes to the current play so a bit of practiced patience is required. But the operation is reliable so far.
The display does not always show the right track. but since it's my list, I generally have a good idea of what I am listing to.
Overall, this is probably the best on the market right now and so far so good.

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Works with non-DSP radios.Locks out iPod controls.Recommended for new Nano/iPod/iPhone/Touch.

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Kensington 33169 Digital FM Radio and Transmitter for iPods Review

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(More customer reviews)This unit does both: receives FM as a radio, and transmits FM to your radio. Just purchased this yesterday, so I don't have good numbers on how long it takes to drain the iPod's battery. I do know that you can get a solid 4 hours at least. This unit does a fantastic job of transmitting my iPod selections to my FM stereo radio. I can take the iPod 30 metres away, around the house, and the music continues without interruption. I've heard that some of the FM transmitter systems didn't have much of a range, and was pleasantly surprised to find that this one is quite good.
For FM reception - you stick your headphones into the unit itself, rather than into the iPod's headphone jack - so I presume that it is just using the iPod as a power source rather than anything particularly intelligent.
Not needing to buy two different units seems like a good idea to me.
The one downside is that there is no way to charge the iPod while the Kensington unit is connected, whereas some of the FM transmitter-only systems can be plugged into car power supplies.

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You've never heard sound this great from an FM transmitter this small before. What's more, The Kensington 33169 Digital FM Radio and Transmitter for iPods not only plays your iPod wirelessly through any FM stereo--including a car stereo, home stereo, or clock radio--so you can listen to your favorite songs without headphones, it also lets you listen to your favorite FM radio stations through your iPod as well.
This unique 2-in-1 transmitter and radio includes such features as ClearFM circuitry for richer lows, crisper highs, and better stereo separation, and a digital display on the tuner that lets you select any available FM frequency for either reception or transmission. This unit's backlit digital display is easy to read without having to strain your eyes, while its four programmable buttons let you lock in your favorite stations with pre-sets. Best of all, the unit requires no cables, wires, or software, so playing your favorite iPod tunes on your home or car stereo, and listening to your favorite radio stations with your iPod is as easy as 1-2-3.
Compatible with any iPod with a dock connector--including the iPod nano 1G, iPod nano 2G, iPod mini, iPod 3G, iPod 4G (Click Wheel), iPod color, and iPod 5G/5.5G Video--the Kensington digital FM radio and transmitter is backed by Kensington's 1-year warranty.
What's in the Box Kensington 33169 digital FM radio and transmitter, a user's manual and warranty information.

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Griffin RocketFM / FM Transmitter for Mac and PC Computers Review

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(More customer reviews)Works out of the box. It draws power from the USB port and definitely gives a stronger signal when connected to a powered USB hub than an unpowered one.
The included software is very easy to use on a Mac and lets you set the broadcast frequency in increments of 0.1 MHz, which is useful if you live in an area with lots of radio stations, as I do. However, the signal strength is pretty low, so you're relying on your receiver to achieve adequate discrimination between bands.
In my area, I had to go to an in-between frequency (.4MHz) from the regular stations to cut down on interference. My two big receivers (Sony & Panasonic) can handle this. My boombox picks it up, but gets lots of interference from the neighbouring stations. My portable radio doesn't get anything. I did appreciate the fact that the frequency is selectable anywhere in the standard FM range. Something like the Line X USB FM Transmitter with four selectable frequencies would not stand a chance in my crowded area.
Placement of the unit is very critical. Reception will vary widely when moving the transmitter around (and presumably the same for the receiver). If you have the patience to tweak it, it gives good to very good reception.
It is also very important to set the computer output volume to avoid distorting the sound.
Bottom line:
It's good enough to pipe iTunes to my receiver in the living room, but I probably won't take it traveling. Not bad for $30.
I might try to take it apart and either attach a bigger antenna or try to boost the signal. Alternatively, the C Crane FM transmitter would be an option that already has instructions for boosting the signal (but doesn't use USB).

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RocketFM uses any available FM frequency to transmit audio through your home, car or office stereo system. Applications such as iTunes, GarageBand, video soundtracks and even streaming internet radio can be conveniently broadcast with RocketFM.

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Koss HB60 Infrared Clip-On Wireless Headphones Review

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The best part of the Koss HB60 is that you can plug any standard headphone jack into the infrared receiver. Thus, with the HB60 you can convert any of the headphones that you already own (and love) to wireless usage.
The worst part about the Koss HB60 is the headphone that it comes with. This thing is designed to be clipped onto your ears, and boy, do they hurt after about 5 minutes! These headphones also have a very strong high frequency boost (which seems to be the standard "Koss sound" - headphones for people with high frequency hearing loss). If you have never listened to Koss headphones, you might think that this hissing sound is due to poor infrared transmission. IMHO, Koss should lower the price of the Koss HB60 and just sell it without this bad headphone.
When I plugged my two Sennheiser headphones (HD545 and HD570) into the Koss HB60, they both sounded great! I can't tell that there is much difference between plugging these headphones directly into the computer/player versus plugging into the Koss HB60. There is very little hissing noise with the Sennheiser headphones plugged in as long as the receiving unit is facing the transmitter directly and located less than about 8 feet away or so. Turn the receiver to face another direction and the hissing increases only slightly, as the receiver picks up the reflected signal off the walls of the room. Step out of the room, or go to a part of the room where the transmitter is not sending any infrared beams, and the signal is completely replaced by static.
The Koss HB60 amplifies the input signal quite a bit, about 4-5 times as loud. This is great if your input signal is fairly weak, such as can happen with some cheap CD players or computers. However, because of this high gain, the amplifier of the Koss HB60 will saturate on the louder pieces of music if you set the input signal strength too high. This will sound like bursts of irregular high frequency static coming through. However, if you set the input signal too low, then there is a slight increase in the hissing sound.So you have to adjust the input signal carefully.
The only really annoying thing about the Koss HB60 is that the belt clip is located directly over the cover for the two AAA batteries. However, the clip is detachable, which, as I only discovered recently, is the real trick to changing batteries on this thing - pull the belt clip off first!
So I took off one star, but otherwise the Koss HB60 is a fine product as long as you understand the inherent limitations of this form of wireless transmission.
I got the Koss HB60 because I wanted to listen to headphones while stringing tennis racquets.I do the stringing in our family computer room, so I can't use the computer speakers most of the time when others are working in the room. The racquet stringing requires some moving around, but mostly I am standing facing in one direction. Thus, I can clip the receiver to the collar of my shirt so that it mostly faces the transmitter. Before, I had plugged the Sennheisers into one of the computers in the same room through an extension cord. This long line was always very messy and easy to step on or get entangled. I ruined at least two of the Sennheiser headphone cords in this fashion by stepping on them and jerking them until they developed an internal break in the wires. Now I can listen to the Sennheisers without worrying about the cord.


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With the Koss HB60 Infrared Clip-On Wireless Headphones, you can roam up to 250 feet in any direction from your music source without missing a beat. With an infrared transmitter, receiver and stereophones, these headphones are ideal for home theater and video. What better way to enjoy both the comfort of your home and your favorite music! The Koss HB60 Headphones feature a dynamic element for extended frequency response and can connect to most audio and video systems.

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