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Display your iPod on the smooth and modern Sony TDM-IP1 Digital Media Port iPod Dock and unleash the power of your music. Take full advantage of your DMP compatible BRAVIA home theater system or audio receiver’s sound when you connect an iPod to the DMP. It lets you search through your music or view video from your iPod right on your television. For added convenience, the dock also charges your iPod’s battery.

Technical Details

* Connects with compatible Sony home theater systems and receivers with digital media port input
* Compatible with many iPod models (5G/4G/nano/mini)
* On-screen display feature to search songs and view iPod video on monitor
* Charges iPod when placed on dock

Customer feedback:

A) I own a Sony surround system DVD player with a digital media port on the back of the player. Instead of buying external speakers for the iPod, I purchased this media port iPod cradle and thus connected my iPod to my surround system. I gained several advantages by doing this:
1. I saved money by not having to pay for expensive external speakers for my iPod
2. I saved on space, for my iPod was connected on existing speakers.
3. The sound is great, unmatched by any external speakers made for the iPod.
4. I can control my iPod with my Sony remote control. This saved me from having another remote control (as with buying an external speaker system for the iPod for example). With the remote control, you can control all the functions of the iPod
5. I connected my iPod to my TV, allowing me to watch the movies stored in my iPod on my TV screen. That feature alone is worth buying this iPod cradle.
6. The iPod cradle is cosmetically appealing.

B) The unit came equipped with an attached digital media port cable, which connected directly to the Sony receiver’s DMPort. A separate video cable was supplied, which I connected directly to the TV’s video-in RCA connector. The unit can also be used with a separately purchased video cable connected between the receiver and TV. Setup was very simple and after I configured my Sony receiver to “DMPort1″ and the TV to “AV1″, a facsimile of the iPod’s screen appeared on the TV and I was able to control the iPod by way of the Sony remote.
Visually, the menu is a little on the chunky side, but highly legible. Screen color may be set to Red, Green, Blue, and a couple variants of Gray. There are also modest on-screen controls for a screensaver, song shuffle, and song repeat. The only moving part on the TDM-iP1 is a button, which allows users to switch between the iPod’s own controls and control by way of a remote control.

Listen to FM radio on your iPod and control everything with a convenient wired remote. You also get a set of earphones with a shorter cable that’s a perfect fit for the remote. Compatible with iPod nano and iPod with video. Just plug in your iPod Radio Remote and select “Radio” from the main iPod menu. Tuning takes place right there in the color display with your Click Wheel, just as you’d set a classic analog radio. Easily mark a favorite station for quick access later, and switch between favorite stations using either the iPod or the remote.
If you’re listening to a station that supports the Radio Data System (RDS) standard, you can even see song title/artist or radio station information in the iPod display. The iPod Radio Remote supports FM stations from 87.5 to 107.9MHz (in both the US and European standards) and 76 to 90MHz (the Japanese standard). You can switch between the different standards when traveling.
With the wired remote, you can control slideshow, video and music playback Ñ adjust volume, skip forward/back within a playlist — plus switch between radio stations and turn the radio on or off, even if your iPod is in your pocket or backpack. Clip the remote to your lapel, shirt or collar for easy access, and activate the hold switch to eliminate unwanted button presses.

Technical Details

* Compatibility: iPod nano 1G, 2G; iPod 5G, 5.5G
* Plug in and select “Radio” from the main iPod menu; tuning takes place in the color display with your Click Wheel
* Easily mark a favorite station for quick access later, and switch between favorite stations using either the iPod or the remote
* Supports FM stations from 87.5 to 107.9MHz; wired remote controls slideshow, video and music playback, volume, playlists and radio controls
* Clip remote to your collar for easy access and activate the hold switch to eliminate unwanted button presses; no extra batteries required

Customer feedback:

1. First of all, the remote works very well and is perfect to clip on your jacket so as you walk around you don’t keep having to reach into the pocket for the player to change tracks or pause. It’s perfectly sized, although with my wrap-around headphones it adds length to the cord I have to rein in, but clipping in cord length into the lapel keeps it in control.
As for the performance of the FM radio, it compares evenly with my radio-only Sony Walkman, the reception is great, and it can pick up distant stations well, something I was looking at closely since I’m between two radio markets (Milwaukee and Green Bay) 100 miles apart from each other. Setting up stations was painless and quick, though an option to order the stations according to popularity instead of frequency could make for a better listening experience. The sound on FM is better on the same headphones than that of the Walkman, and tuning into stations not on preset is a breeze with the “analog dial”, so much better than the digital tuning on most portable stereos today.

2. I am not giving this five stars only because the price is a bit steep. I had to get this because I thought I lost my Apple earbuds and this was the only way that Apple will sell you a replacement pair.
I thought the radio option was nice but I didn’t buy an iPod to listen to the radio–although it’s there if you need it (the sound quality for FM radio is much lower than my 224Kpbs Mp3 songs.) Second, I thought the extra wire/cable length got me a bit irritated and made me wish I had not lost the original earbuds.
A week later I am happy I bought this product. It is an A+ remote control. I keep the iPod secure in a pocket or pouch or armband (for the gym). I start a playlist and then use the stop/play, forward and volume up/down button without having to take the iPod out of a secure location and expose to a sandy beach (deadly) or a gym environment.

This affordable, high quality Wall/Travel Charger for iPod is available from Power Accessories, which is dedicated to providing you with high quality iPod accessories at affordable prices. How do we do it? We cut out the middleman and sell directly to you, so there are no dealer markups and no sales commissions. This affordable, high quality Wall/Travel Charger for iPod charges your iPod safely and quickly from any electrical outlet and is ideal for use at home, work and during travel. This Wall/Travel Charger for iPod is designed specifically for all iPod models with a dock connector: iPod Video, iPod Nano, iPod Photo, iPod Mini, iPod U2, iPod 3G, and iPod 4G. At only $4.95, this high quality and affordable Wall/Travel Charger for iPod is a cost-saving alternative to the Apple iPod USB Power Adapter, starting at $29 combined with the Apple iPod Dock Connector to USB 2.0, starting at $19, for a total of $48. This Wall/Travel Charger for iPod features a LED power indicator. It supports AC input voltage from 100V to 240V and has a compact design and a coiled cord making it space efficient. This Charger for iPod can also be used when traveling abroad with an adapter. This Charger for iPod looks great with your iPod.

Technical Details

* High quality, cost-saving alternative to the $29 Apple iPod USB Power Adapter
* Available from Power Accessories, dedicated to providing you with high quality iPod accessories at affordable prices
* Plug your iPod into any electrical outlet! No need for your PC or MAC to charge your iPod!
* Designed specifically for iPod with a dock connector: iPod Video, Nano, Photo, Mini, U2, 3G & 4G
* This lightweight charger makes it easy to travel with. Features LED power indicator

Customer feedback:

1. I bought it when the price was $4.95 (plus $6.00 s&h). It was still 1/3 less than Apple’s charger. I have used it for about 6 months without any problems at all. I have not timed it, but it seems to charge my Nano (1G) in about 2-3 hours or less. I am not sure if this works with Nano 2G and Video iPod 5G, but at $0.97, you can buy one and if it doesn’t work, give it to a friend who has an older iPod. I plan on buying another just to have a second. Great buy.

2. I travel constantly for work, so bought a few of these - one to live in the suitcase, one to have in the office, and a couple of spares. In the office, I don’t have iTunes on my computer, so I can use the charger to play my iPod all day long over the folding travel speaker setup that I have and then still be able to use the iPod for the commute home & back to work. Great - would highly recommend!

Charge your iPod when it’s not connected to a computer with this USB adapter and a dock connector to USB cable. Use this compact, convenient USB-based adapter to charge your iPod at home, on the road, or whenever your iPod is not connected to a computer. Simply plug the adapter into a wall outlet and connect to your iPod for recharging. Its universal design means that it works around the world, with the help of Apple World Travel Adapter Kit (sold separately).

Technical Details

* Compatibility: iPod nano 1G, 2G, 3G; iPod 3G, 4G, 5G, 5.5G, 6G; iPod shuffle 1G, 2G; iPhone; iPod touch
* Convenient USB-based adapter to charge your iPod whenever your iPod is not connected to a computer
* Simply plug the adapter into a wall outlet and connect to your iPod for recharging
* Universal design means that it works around the world (with optional Apple World Travel Adapter Kit)
* Retractable plug

Customer feedback:

1. First of all, the price is justified by the fact that you get another USB cord with it. At first I thought ‘hey, what do I need another USB cord for?’…Well, it does come in handy because I just keep one of them hooked to my computer all the time and I take the other one with me for convenient, away from computer, charging. That way the one is always where I need it when I want to download more music and the other one is always ready for charging away from my computer. I got a full charge in less than 2 hours with the adapter. I love the fold-away plug and it comes in a nice, tidy box that you can just keep the plug and the usb cord in so that everything is together and easy to find, or to pack in your travel bag.

2. Pros:
-The best out there. Works excellent. We use it for all our Ipods including the shuffles. Fast charging,
-Includes an extra USB cable for your Ipod.
-Compact & Tiny. The dimension (6″H x 5″W) shown is for the packaging, the adapter is actually just a couple of inches square.
-Retractable prongs makes it easy for storage or slip it into your pocket
-Made by Apple. Best match for your Ipods.
-So cute and pretty. Even the packaging (We tend hold on the boxes too long before throwing them away because they look so nice)

Live life outloud with this speaker system for your iPod. This contemporary cube design features Reson8 speaker technology for maximum performance that’s perfect for both indoor and outdoor use. A full-function remote control is included as well as a line-in jack for additional audio devices, an AV out jack for viewing iPod videos on TV, and a microphone jack for karaoke jams. The iH80B charges your docked iPod when connected to the AC adapter (included). Universal dock plays and charges most docking iPod models (inserts included). Operates on AC adapter or eight C batteries.

Technical Details

* 2.0 iPod Speaker System
* Stylish black color
* Charges docked iPod when connected to AC wall current
* Universal dock plays and charges most docking iPods (inserts included)
* High-fidelity Reson8 speaker technology

Customer feedback:

1. I’m giving this unit four stars because it is a nice looking unit with decent features and I got it for a good price. However, the sound quality leave me wanting better. I’d give the sound quality for music a 2.5 or maybe a 3 if I’m feeling generous (out of 5). However, for the price I paid I can’t complain much so I’m giving it 4 stars taking price into account. Just don’t expect 4 or 5 star quality sound. If you’re listening to podcasts, it should be fine but I wouldn’t recommend it for listening to music unless you’re not into hi-fi sound or are limited to something of this size.

2. I bought this for myself (from TJ Maxx, actually…) and It’s actually pretty good! I wanted something that had good sound, that was loud enough to fill a good size room (20′ x 20′) and portable. I didn’t need a clock. I paid a lot more at TJ (59.99), but the sound is pretty hearty, plenty of bass and treble, goes loud without distortion, and also goes very very quiet (good for baby’s room). I have the 80g ipod classic.

Listen to your iTunes anywhere in your home! It’s never been easier to stream audio files wirelessly from your iPod.to your home stereo system. It’s as simply as plug and play. Just plug the wireless transmitter into your iPod, plug the music receiver into your stereo system, and press Play on your iPod. It’s your music - anywhere!
Music is transmitted wirelessly from your iPod to your stereo system, and you can use your iPod to select a playlist, change tracks, and even adjust the volume - all without wires. The wireless transmitter even has its own rechargeable battery, so it won’t drain the battery on your iPod.

Feature details:

* Enjoy full control of your iPod music library from anywhere in the room. Wireless range extends to 33 feet!
* Easy to set up. Everything you need is in the box.
* Connect it to any type of speaker system. Use it with your home stereo or powered multimedia speakers.
* Don´t worry about draining your iPod´s battery. Wireless transmitter has its own rechargeable battery.
* Use it with any MP3 player. Plugs into any player with a standard (3.5mm) headphone jack.
* Expand your system to multiple rooms. Music receivers for additional speaker systems are available.

Customer feedback:

1. I had been waiting for a product like this one for some time. It puts your entire music collection into the palm of your hand, and transmits the sound to your stereo. The performance far surpasses any FM transmitter, and works up to 30 ft from your stereo. For $150, it is a bit pricey, but still worth it for me. As stated before, the sound quality is very good will little to no interference…worlds better than an FM transmitter…
2. easy to hook up. you just need to charge the transmitter completely before doing anything else. btw, i did not get this for an ipod. i don’t own one but i do have a different brand mp3 player and it works fine. it also works using the headphone jacks on my laptop. i figure anything with a headphone jack will work. and it sounds great. i use it right now to play music in the background while i work. definitely worth the purchase!

iPod touch has always been an amazing iPod. With great new applications, now iPod touch is even better. Watch a movie you rented from iTunes. View rich HTML email with graphics and photos displayed inline. Open PDF, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel attachments. With Maps, find your location and get directions from there. See where you are on a map, a satellite image, or a combination of both. Make Web Clips for your Home screen so you can visit your favorite websites in just one tap. Fill up to nine Home screen pages with Web Clips and arrange them however you like. Browse YouTube videos, follow your stocks, check the weather, and take notes. With the new iPod touch, tap into even more.
With iPod touch, discover new music anywhere. Its built-in wireless capability gives you access to the iTunes Wi-Fi Music Store, where you can buy songs with a tap. Browse New Releases, What’s Hot, Genres, and Top 10 songs. Or find exactly what you’re looking for with a quick search. Tap a song to preview it, tap Buy to purchase it. Even redeem your iTunes gift cards and gift certificates. All from anywhere you happen to be.

Product features:

* Includes - Earphones, USB cable, dock adapter/connector, polishing cloth, & stand
* 8GB of storage (approx. 1,750 songs)
* Battery Life - up to 22 hours of music / up to 5 hours of video
* 3.5 Widescreen Multi-Touch Display
* New Applications - Email, Maps, and widgets for weather, notes and stocks

Customer feedback:

1. For those who may be interested in acquiring an iPod Touch as a replacement for a PDA, I have found it to be quite useful. The primary function used in this regard is syncing with Microsoft Outlook, which works flawlessly. Now I can check appointments and find those phone numbers for early morning conference calls without waiting 10 minutes for my laptop to boot up. The new software improves the functionality by adding the notes capability, and I even find myself frequently viewing video podcasts - something I never thought I would use.
The most important functions for me in a portable device are calendar, music, notes, photos, and Audible book playback, all of which this iPod handles very nicely. I have also used the maps feature for driving directions - load it up while on the home WiFi network, then the directions are retained for reference - in a much more useful format than if you print out the directions on Google. Just bring along a navigator, as I would not recommend trying to read the iPod while driving. The same applies to paper maps, of course.
2. Now onto the product….simple, sleek, amazing. Set up out of the box could not have been easier. Make sure you have the most updated version of itunes onyour computer, plug in the USB cord and you’re up and running. Give it a full 3-4 hour charge first time through. Load up your music, pictures, videos. The software is simplicty defined. If you can use a toaster over, you can use this device. The wi-fi immediatley found my home network (and my neighbor’s). Setting up email: simple. Surfing the web: simple. And, oh yeah, using it to listen to music (ostensibly what it is for): a lifting and beautiful experience.
Might as well buy this newer version with the new software loaded. With amazon’s discount, it only a few dollars more than the old version without the upgrade after you pay for it and upload it youself. Save yourself the hassle and get the new version.

Turn your video iPod into a portable, pocket-sized recording studio with the XtremeMac MicroMemo. It plugs into your iPod to record interviews, meetings, lectures, or any audio content directly to your iPod. Capture audio using the flexible, detachable mic–or another type of microphone with a 3.5mm-plug, like our MemoMic lapel microphone or a stereo or condenser mic. MicroMemo also records directly from a computer or soundboard via line-in capabilities. This model comes in black, but it’s also available in white.
Recording time is displayed on your iPod screen in real-time, and the built-in speaker allows you to listen to your recordings instantly–without earbuds. But if you want to connect them, MicroMemo also allows access to the headphone port. Managing recordings is easy too: your recordings are saved as files that import into iTunes at CD-quality. From there, you can edit the audio in programs like Garage Band, or import as a soundtrack to a home movie, slideshow or presentation.

Customer reviews:
1. I frequently record interviews as part of my job as a magazine editor; they’re a drag to transcribe, but it was a bigger drag before I started using digital recorders. The MicroMemo has performed extremely well on “mission critical” recordings in the field.
2. I purchased this a week before my college classes started this quarter, primarily to record lectures. It is past the half way point of the quarter, and I am pleased with the results. Recording is easy; just snap it on the bottom of the iPod and the recording menu will automatically show up. From there you have an option of recording in either high or low quality.
Personally, I did not find any great difference in quality, but there is a significant difference in the power consumption (with the high quality mode sucking almost all the battery power of my 30gb iPod video when recording for 80 minutes), and file size (low quality mode records at about 2.5 mb/min) between the two options.
My class lectures are 80 minutes long, and I had no problem with battery life. In fact, I am able to record 3 of these lectures in one day, as well as walk around campus using my iPod, and still have about a quarter of the battery life left.

MicroMemo records in 2 different quality levels: Low (default) and High.

* 1-minute recording size: 2.6 MB (low); 10.3 MB (high)
* 1-hour recording size: 156 MB (low); 618 MB (high)
* Recording capacity (30GB iPod): 192 Hours (low); 48 Hours (high)
* Recording capacity (60GB iPod): 384 Hours (low); 98 Hours (high)

Feature details:

* Record interviews, meetings, lectures, or any audio content directly to your video iPod
* Flexible, detachable mic for exact positioning
* Menus and controls display on iPod screen
* Accepts other microphones with 3.5mm plug; records directly from line-in sources
* Compatibility: iPod Video

The iBeam turns your iPod into a combination flashlight/laser pointer, which is a handy combo for people who take their iPods everywhere. The package actually consists of two different attachments, both of which fit into an iPod’s headphone and remote ports (they only work with docking models, including the iPod mini). Griffin recommends using the iBeam flashlight to find keys in the dark or to locate a keyhole when the porch light is off, while the laser pointer makes a good business aid during presentations. The accessories are compact and smooth, with shapes that seamlessly complement the iPod’s contemporary design.
Both the flashlight and the laser pointer are easy to use–simply snap on and point. They’re also free of buttons and switches, turning on when connected and turning off when removed. And because they draw their power from the iPod itself, users don’t need to worry about batteries.
Customer reviews:
1. As the description says, the small efficiently designed little “sub-pods” pop right onto the top, offering either a medium bright flashlight or a red laser pointer. As a university teacher, I am frequently involved in presentation situations where I am in the back of a darkened room commenting on Powerpoint or other computer images. Since I often use my iPod in the class as well, the flashlight is a perfect momentary plug-in to check notes. The laser is useful and works well, allowing me to focus attention on areas of a painting, image, map, or text with ease.
2. I put the lanterns on my car key chain. It’s convenient, and the torch or flash light really comes in handy in places like Disney World or the road at night when looking at maps: focused light is better than overhead car light. Also, the torch or flash light is brighter than is generally credited. It will not work as a fully functional lantern, but if it’s dark enough to warrant a lamp, you can see the ground with 20/20 vision.

Product Features:

* Separate flashlight and laser pointer accessories for iPod use
* Handy flashlight attachment helps find items in poorly lit areas
* Class IIIa laser pointer assists in business presentations
* Includes pair of snap-on caps that attach to keychains
* Compatibility: iPod mini, iPod (3rd and 4th gen), iPod Photo (4th gen)

The new Belkin F8Z082-BLK TuneTalk Stereo for iPod Videos (Black) features two high-quality omni-directional microphones for recording memos, lectures, interviews, or conversations in full stereo, letting you turn your iPod into your own personal assistant. At any time, you can review your CD-quality stereo recordings later by using your earbud headphones or your computer.
The Belkin TuneTalk features real-time adjustable gain for changing noise levels, one-touch navigation for quick memos, and includes a clipping indicator. This unit comes with an external 3.5-millimeter, stereo microphone adapter, can charge your iPod while recording when plugged in with the included cable, and fits easily with most cases. Compatible with iPod videos, such as the iPod 5G/5.5G Video, the Belkin F8Z082-BLK operates hands-free when on its included stand, has a sleek black finish, and is backed by a manufacturer’s 3-year warranty.

Customer reviews:
1. Sound Quality - Excellent. With the autogain off the recording is completely hiss free. With autogain on some his and distortion is introduced but it is acceptable. Stereo separation is good, excellent when you consider how small the microphone is. The two quality settings - high and low - correspond to 44.1 kHz (CD quality) and 22 kHz.
Format - the files are in the WAV format and run about 10MB per minute I high quality mode. These can easily be converted in to mp3 or any other format.
Controls are minimal. Plug it into the dock connector and your iPod automatically goes to the record menu. Press the Play/pause button and you begin recording. Once recording begins the center button acts as a pause. Once your are done, scroll the clickwheel to “Stop and Save.” When the save is complete, you go to a menu with your recording. File names are a date/time stamp. If you have the Tune talk already attached but you are doing something else (listening to music) you can go straight to the recording menu by pressing a button on the left of the Tune Talk. On the bottom along with the autogain and line input is a mini USB connector that allows you to power your iPod while recording.
2. Very good quality stereo sound. Recordings immediately retrievable on iPod. Menus are intuitive and work without flaw as far as I can see. No separate software downloads needed. Only hesitation I would have is in how limited my need to record voice/sound is. For me small cost for good quality product is worthwhile for me even if I happen not to use it often. Others may doubt buying something they don’t use all that often.

Product Features:
* Turns your iPod into your own personal assistant for recording memos, lectures, interviews, or conversations
* Built-in pair of high-quality, omni-directional microphones allow for recording of full, CD-quality stereo audio
* Features real-time adjustable gain for changing noise levels, one-touch navigation for quick memos, and includes a clipping indicator
* Comes with an external 3.5-millimeter, stereo microphone adapter, power cable, and hands-free stand
* Has a sleek black finish, and is backed by a manufacturer’s 3-year warranty