JLab Audio MBBG1 Miniblaster Portable Speaker for iPod Nano (Gen 1)

Average customer rating:

Just what I was hoping for

Great for use while traveling

Good Product

Wow, under 15 bucks including shipping!

JLab Audio

JLab Audio MBBG1 Miniblaster Portable Speaker for iPod Nano (Gen 1) - Black

Manufacturer: JLab Audio
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:

Ultra portable, pocket-sized hi-fi speaker for your iPod nano G1. Take it anywhere!

Perfect for travel, the beach, camping, hotels, sports, and every room in the house.

Runs on batteries or included power adapter.

The only portable speaker of its kind, the MiniBlaster received 9/10 stars from Gizmodo.

Sleek design and amazing sound quality make this a must-have gadget for your iPod nano.

ASIN: B000I634RC

Product Description

Slide your iPod nano Gen 2 into the incredible JLab MiniBlaster G2 and you've got the coolest gadget in the world! This ultra portable stereo speaker fits right in your pocket and allows you to blast crystal clear sound from your iPod nano any time and any place... walking, at the beach, camping, hanging with friends, and everywhere you go.

Customer Reviews:

Just what I was hoping for.......2007-08-24

I'm impressed with this little thing. The case is well-made and has a very solid feel. The Nano fits perfectly into the skin and into the MiniBlaster. I didn't have difficulties with the fit like others mentioned. Getting the Nano out takes some pushing, but that's the way it should be. You don't want it falling out on it's own and hitting the pavement. All the Nano controls are accessible. The front, circular control (volume/scroll) works fine through a silicon skin and is very protected.

The reason we buy this thing is for sound and size. Size and weight are impressively minimal. You won't beat that anywhere. As for sound, it's not a home entertainment center or a Bose IPod system - it's a tiny little device that offers maximum portability. If you can bring your Bose system along with you, then do it. If you need something small and more portable, then read on.

The sound has a distinct clarity. Mids to highs are crisp and well separated. What you loose is bass. It's attenuated, but not dull or muddy. I wasn't expecting strong bass with a frequency response of 450Hz to 20KHz. It's not built for it and shouldn't be expected.

It's made, as others have said, for you and a couple of friends in an environment without too much ambient noise. If you are looking for a system that you can play at a beech party with a big group of friends, keep looking, because this isn't it. Too many voices chatting away will drown this little thing out.

In a reasonably quiet room or out on the trail, you get enough volume to really enjoy the music. It's loud enough to hear the detail in the sound. It even gets too loud for conversations and has to be turned down. Don't get me wrong, the neighbors won't be calling or stomping on the floor. It has what it needs to fill the niche that it's designed for.

I personally like the sound with the EQ set to "Small Speakers" - seems like a good balance for Classic Rock which I tend to listen to the most.

If you want a small, light and very portable speaker system to free you from headphones and make portable music a social experience between friends again, then you are onto something.

Enjoy!

Great for use while traveling.......2007-08-11

I wanted to be able to listen to podcasts and my own music while commuting and so first purchased (for $80) an FM converter that plugged into the lighter and my iPod and then matched an unused frequency to play what was on the iPod. The sound wasn't great and it changed depending on where I was driving. I spent a lot of time trying to find the right static frequency and match it with the device. In the short time that I tried it out I had to switch frequencies twice.

So, I looked for a speaker. I decided that it wouldn't be a disaster to buy something at this price to try even if it didn't work great. It was what I was looking for! I can use it in the car and also other places where I want to play what is on my ipod so that others can hear. It is not great sound quality, but it is much better than what I was getting with the FM converter and much easier. I can either use batteries or the AC adaptor (I already have a device that converts the cigarette lighter into AC power).

It is a great solution for what I was looking for.

Good Product.......2007-07-26

I recommend this product over similar products that are outrageously expensive. Powerful sound for it's size and easy to use. Great value.

Wow, under 15 bucks including shipping!.......2007-07-04

Don't expect too much bass out of -any- tiny speakers but as a way to turn your nano into a sort of 21st century "transistor radio" equivalent with stereo audio and a better sound quality, this little thing is superb. Talk radio podcasts are delivered very clearly and music can be enjoyed to an extent especially if you choose an appropriate EQ setting on your nano. Volume capability is decent, just don't expect to entertain an audience bigger than about two or three. Battery life is good for the 4x AAA batteries.

JLab Audio.......2007-06-08

The sound is good from the Miniblaster, but getting my Ipod in and out of it is a real chore!! It is very difficult to do. It not only is very hard to place in the miniblaster, but getting it out is even worse. I like the size of it as it doesn't take up a lot of room when I place it on the counter. Just difficult to use. It is also hard to adjust the volume with the "skin" on it.

JLab Audio MBWG1 Miniblaster Portable Speaker for iPod Nano (Gen 1) - White

Average customer rating:

Great sound quality for such a tiny package
A Great iPod Speaker.
STOP THINKING AND BUY IT
Excellent Company
What a disappointment.

JLab Audio MBWG1 Miniblaster Portable Speaker for iPod Nano (Gen 1) - White

Manufacturer: JLab Audio
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Accessories:

Product Features:

Ultra portable, pocket-sized hi-fi speaker for your iPod nano G1. Take it anywhere!
Perfect for travel, the beach, camping, hotels, sports, and every room in the house.
Runs on batteries or included power adapter.
The only portable speaker of its kind, the MiniBlaster received 9/10 stars from Gizmodo.
Sleek design and amazing sound quality make this a must-have gadget for your iPod nano.

ASIN: B000HTDFQU

Product Description

Customer Reviews:

Great sound quality for such a tiny package.......2007-11-05

I bought the miniblaster portable speaker in December 2006. I was amazed at the quality of the sound for such tiny speakers. Now, almost one year later, the speakers are still going strong. If you are looking for good quality pocket size speakers, these are a good choice.

A Great iPod Speaker........2007-08-08

It is tiny, compact (no wiggley parts to break off) it runs on batteries as well as AC and I am completely delighted with it.JLab Audio MBBG1 Miniblaster Portable Speaker for iPod Nano (Gen 1) - Black

STOP THINKING AND BUY IT.......2007-07-28

Best bang for the buck...i read all the reviews. just buy it. you can't beat $15 shipped. it gets the job done.

Excellent Company.......2007-06-11

My 11 year old daughter saved her $$ and did some on line research and ended up buying these. She loved them for the size which allowed her to take them into bed, on the bus etc. The audio in my opinion was "OK", but she was very happy.

We had bought them along with their noise reducing ear buds which I use while traveling in planes. I can wear them x- country very comfortably

Unfortunately we had technical problems and contacted JBL. I happened to email them on a Sunday afternoon and in about 15 minutes a real person (Josh) responded. A real person.... on a Sunday!!

He resolved the issue- which ultimately required a warranty replacement.

I cannot say enough good things about this company and Josh. I woudl buy their products again without hesitation

What a disappointment........2007-05-26

On my first foray into looking for the perfect mini speaker for my Ipod, I bought the Aiptek Mist for Nano (not realizing it only works with Gen 2 Nano)---boy, was it a cute little thing. Disappointed they don't make that product for Gen 1 Nanos, I searched Amazon for the perfect replacement mini speaker that would work with my Nano Gen 1. The JLab Miniblaster had 4 stars. Folks, speak up, because I cannot be the only one who was shocked by the low quality of this product!!

*When I first plugged it in, you couldn't hear anything because of interference from my TV remote!

*When I finally heard sound it was fuzzy at best and never got much better

*The volume level is only a smidgen better than what I can hear through my earbuds when they are out of my ears!

I read and re-read the direction and am convinced I did everything properly. I even tried it with battery power only, in the house, out of the house. No luck. This is a lousy product and I am giving it one star. This is being shipped back today.

iHome iH26B Portable Travel Alarm Clock for iPods (Black)

Average customer rating:

iH26b
You get what you pay for.
Just what I was looking for!
IHome to go is awesome!
Fun iPod Docking Station

iHome iH26B Portable Travel Alarm Clock for iPods (Black)

Manufacturer: Sound Design, Inc.
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Product Features:

The perfect portable alarm clock for when you are on the go with your iPod, it even comes with a carrying case to protect both itself and your iPods during your travels
Lets you listen, fall asleep, and wake up to your music while charging your iPod when running on AC adapter, but it also runs on 4 AA batteries for portability
Features a low-profile design, an auxiliary line-in jack, gradual increasing wake-up music, and a sleep timer function programmable for a 90, 60, 30, or 15-minute countdown
Includes 2 stereo neodymium micro driver speakers, a travel lock feature that maintains your settings, a sure-alarm battery backup, and a remote control
Comes with inserts for all iPod models including the Nano, measures 8.22 x 5.9 x 1.65 inches (W x H x D), and is backed by a manufacturer's limited 90-day warranty

ASIN: B000EA0DDK
Release Date: 2006-05-01

Product Description

The iHome radio for iPod has set the trend for using your iPod in your home as well as outdoors. The iH26 is a portable so now you can take it from one place to another and enjoy listening to your iPod anywhere. So whether you're home, at a hotel, at your dorm, or in a tent, the iH26 will awaken you or lull you to sleep. Of course, it comes with a full-function remote control and a handy carrying case. Your iPod experience is stepping up and iH26 offers a whole new experience as you travel here, there, and everywhere. Includes protective carrying case with handle Includes full function remote control

Amazon.com Product Description

The iHome iH26B Portable Travel Alarm Clock for iPod and iPod Shuffle (Black) is the perfect portable alarm clock for when you are on the go with your iPod and iPod shuffle. This unit comes with a carrying case with a handle to protect both itself and your iPods during your travels, and lets you not only listen to the music on your iPods, but fall asleep and wake up to it as well.

The iHome iH26B lets you listen to your music while charging your iPod and iPod shuffle simultaneously by docking them in the portable alarm clock station. The alarm clock station features a portable, low-profile design that can easily go anywhere you do, and an auxiliary line-in jack with a patch cord for hooking up other MP3 players or audio devices. This unit wakes you up to your own gently increasing music, unless none is detected from your iPod in which case a buzzer will sound, and features an alarm reset function that shuts off the alarm while automatically resetting it for the same time the following day. The sleep timer function is programmable for a 90, 60, 30, or 15-minute countdown, and even features an adjustable sleep volume that lets you select a comfortable sleep volume level without affecting the wake-to or listening volume levels. The iH26B also comes with a remote control (battery included) that lets you control all its major functions from a convenient distance.

The iHome iH26B uses two stereo neodymium micro driver speakers to provide clear sound across all volume levels. Not only are the alarm and time settings easy to adjust, but has a travel lock feature that maintains your settings so that the time is automatically set as soon as you plug it in, and keeps the unit from accidentally powering on in order to save battery life. The iH26B has a multifunctional LCD display with an adjustable white backlight, and is settable to both 12 and 24-hour operating modes. This alarm clock includes extra convenience features such as the ability to store your shuffle's USB cap while your iPod is docked, and a sure-alarm battery backup (battery included) that maintains your clock settings and ensures the alarm wake-up time in case of a power failure. This unit is powered by the included AC power adapter in order to recharge you iPod, or can run on four AA batteries (not included) for portability, and includes inserts that let it work with all iPod models, including the Nano. The iH26B comes in a sleek, contemporary black finish that matches your iPod, measures 8.22 x 5.9 x 1.65 inches (W x H x D), and is backed by a manufacturer's limited 90-day warranty.

What's in the Box
iHome iH26B travel alarm clock for iPod and iPod shuffle, a remote control, inserts to fit all iPod models, a carrying case with handle, a patch cord for auxiliary in, an AC power adapter, two CR032 batteries for the clock backup and remote control, and a user's manual.

Customer Reviews:

iH26b.......2007-12-22

Just purchased this unit because I found a good deal at a local retailer (less than here - sorry Amazon). However, since I checked the reviews here first before purchasing I thought I should contribute. Before acquiring this unit, I purchased it's big brother, the iH8BR, which I am very happy with, both in sound and price. Because of this I already had a good vibe for the manufacturer and product. When looking for a portable speaker system for my iPod I definitely looked at the SDI products as an option. Their units have a nice solid, heavy feel to them, and provide good sound (rich, bassy quality). The same holds true for the iH26. It was simple to set up and use, and i like that it has doks for multiple iPods and a line-in for other devices. I found this unit to have almost similar sound quality to it's big brother, iH8B, if not the sound volume. I'm not quite sure what was meant by some of the other reviews that mentioned that it "was not low enough", as this unit can be adjusted to be barely heard (maybe not "loud" enough?). It did break up/distort slightly at higher volumes, but that depended on what was playing, in that it does not handle the treble well at higher volumes. Overall the sound quality was as good or better as compared to some of the other portable speaker systems (JBL, iSound, etc) in this price rage (under $50, if you can find it a that price).
I only have three gripes that are more cosmetic/functional. First, it's weight, somewhere around 3-4 pounds sans iPod. While the unit is indeed portable and folds flat, it is kind of thick(about 2") and heavy as compared to other units (maybe that accounts for the good sound). As a frequent traveler I will definitely adding to my load carrying this thing around (hopefully it will be worth it). Second, the case that came with the unit is only slightly adequate to house the unit and peripherals, and should have more padding along the edges, especially where the LCD panel rests. Also, it is too small to store the AC adapter in, unless you squeeze it in and deal with a bulging case that barely closes. SDI should have either made the case to accommodate the adapter, or provided a real travel AC adapter, perhaps one where the prongs fold. My last gripe, again purely cosmetic, is that the unit has a high glossy finish, so fingerprints galore.

So overall I am please with my purchase, and if you can find it for $50 or less I would recommend it (local stores, etc). Any higher that $50 and you will probably be disappointed with the unit.

Pros
-Good Sound quality (on par with iH8B), although not as loud
-good solid, heavy feel
-easy to setup and use
-portable, folds flat

Cons
-Some sound distortion at higher volumes, especially with sources with high treble
-somewhat heavy for being a "portable Travel" device (3-4 lbs)
-Carry case is too small and not padded enough. limited space for AC adapter.
-high glossy finish - lots of fingerprints

You get what you pay for........2007-12-03

This little gem started to fall apart on me almost exactly as the factory warranty expired. I purchased it thinking I would get a nice little docking station for my bedside table, and save money compared to buying the full-sized model (iHome IH8BR Clock Radio for iPod). My mistake. This unit often causes my iPod to freeze up, one of the speakers has stopped working, and I never know if the alarm will actually play from my iPod or just beep. I have never traveled with it, but I can't imagine it would stand up to much handling. If you're looking for a quality dock for your iPod, keep looking for one that's actually worth its price tag.

Just what I was looking for!.......2007-12-02

This transaction was flawless...the little iHome works perfectly. Waking up to my choice of music is so much more pleasant than the music my old radio offered. On Amazon, I easily found what I was looking for - at a great price...quick shipment...what more could you ask for?

IHome to go is awesome!.......2007-11-26

I read several reviews on iHome-2-go before making a decision to buy it. This item's volume does go plenty loud enough and the light for it has different levels so you can make it dimmer and if you want, shut the light off. The remote control is really nice too, just a push of a button controls many actions for it. I really like it and an thinking about ordering the iHome clock radio too.

Enjoy!

Fun iPod Docking Station.......2007-10-25

This is a fun little device - the perfect size with plenty of features. It fits on my nightstand in place of your typical alarm clock, not taking up any extra room. It easily packs up to go on the road with you. It has custom adapters included for every size of docking iPod, as well as a connector for non-docking iPods. Great sound, great control of sleep vs. wake volumes, and a nice dimming feature with 4 settings to it, so that the light of the clock doesn't keep you awake. And if you forget to dock your iPod, the buzzer alarm will still sound (actually it's a beeping alarm).

If you are a heavy sleeper, or like 90 minutes of sleep music in addition to your wake music, I recommend putting your iPod on shuffle all songs before docking it on this station so that you won't get to the end of your playlist and run out of music.

I only have two complaints about the iHome 2 Go travel alarm clock. One is that my clock seems to gain a few minutes every day, so it ends up being very fast. I reset the time once a week. The other is that I have to remove my iSkin to dock my iPod. I was sure when I bought the skin that it said I wouldn't have to remove it to dock the iPod, but because of how the docking works on this station, I do.

iHome iH26W Portable Travel Alarm Clock for iPods (White)

Average customer rating:

Great ihome really 4 1/2 stars (minus half for remote)
0 (zero)* goes to Customer Service
I enjoy mine
Great for travel!
Great Travel Alarm Clock

iHome iH26W Portable Travel Alarm Clock for iPods (White)

Manufacturer: Sound Design, Inc.
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Product Features:

The perfect portable alarm clock for when you are on the go with your iPod, it even comes with a carrying case to protect both itself and your iPods during your travels
Lets you listen, fall asleep, and wake up to your music while charging your iPod when running on AC adapter, but it also runs on 4 AA batteries for portability
Features a low-profile design, an auxiliary line-in jack, gradual increasing wake-up music, and a sleep timer function programmable for a 90, 60, 30, or 15-minute countdown
Includes 2 stereo neodymium micro driver speakers, a travel lock feature that maintains your settings, a sure-alarm battery backup, and a remote control
Comes with inserts for all iPod models including the Nano, measures 8.22 x 5.9 x 1.65 inches (W x H x D), and is backed by a manufacturer's limited 90-day warranty

ASIN: B000EA0DE4
Release Date: 2006-05-01

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The iHome iH26W Portable Travel Alarm Clock for iPod Shuffle (White) is the perfect portable alarm clock for when you are on the go with your iPod and iPod shuffle. This unit comes with a carrying case with a handle to protect both itself and your iPods during your travels, and lets you not only listen to the music on your iPods, but fall asleep and wake up to it as well.

The iHome iH26W lets you listen to your music while charging your iPod and iPod shuffle simultaneously by docking them in the portable alarm clock station. The alarm clock station features a portable, low-profile design that can easily go anywhere you do, and an auxiliary line-in jack with a patch cord for hooking up other MP3 players or audio devices. This unit wakes you up to your own gently increasing music, unless none is detected from your iPod in which case a buzzer will sound, and features an alarm reset function that shuts off the alarm while automatically resetting it for the same time the following day. The sleep timer function is programmable for a 90, 60, 30, or 15-minute countdown, and even features an adjustable sleep volume that lets you select a comfortable sleep volume level without affecting the wake-to or listening volume levels. The iH26W also comes with a remote control (battery included) that lets you control all its major functions from a convenient distance.

The iHome iH26W uses two stereo neodymium micro driver speakers to provide clear sound across all volume levels. Not only are the alarm and time settings easy to adjust, but has a travel lock feature that maintains your settings so that the time is automatically set as soon as you plug it in, and keeps the unit from accidentally powering on in order to save battery life. The iH26W has a multifunctional LCD display with an adjustable white backlight, and is settable to both 12 and 24-hour operating modes. This alarm clock includes extra convenience features such as the ability to store your shuffle's USB cap while your iPod is docked, and a sure-alarm battery backup (battery included) that maintains your clock settings and ensures the alarm wake-up time in case of a power failure. This unit is powered by the included AC power adapter in order to recharge you iPod, or can run on four AA batteries (not included) for portability, and includes inserts that let it work with all iPod models, including the Nano. The iH26W comes in a sleek, contemporary white finish that matches your iPod, measures 8.22 x 5.9 x 1.65 inches (W x H x D), and is backed by a manufacturer's limited 90-day warranty.

What's in the Box
iHome iH26W travel alarm clock for iPod and iPod shuffle, a remote control, inserts to fit all iPod models, a carrying case with handle, a patch cord for auxiliary in, an AC power adapter, two CR032 batteries for the clock backup and remote control, and a user's manual.

Customer Reviews:

Great ihome really 4 1/2 stars (minus half for remote).......2007-12-26

I got this for christmas and it works great. We had it setup in about 2 minutes and as soon as I put the batteries in it worked. I can go to sleep with it on and wake up to it also. Its cute and small so I can move it easily and bring it to another room. Only problem is my remote won't work but I still have the warrenty and now I'll have the joy of learning their customer service! YAY!!!!! Overall though this is a great product and worth buying.

0 (zero)* goes to Customer Service.......2007-08-21

I live in Brazil, South America. My daughter brought me this little nice thing past February from Miami. Since then I have been trying to get some help and all I get is a blind alley. NO ANSWER to my emails from customer service. Site is not updated (info just for iH5). Need to know why my iH26 stops playing every 3 minutes. I have to press "Play" again and again. Don't want any warranty service, just need to know who is the right representative to have it fixed in São Paulo, Brazil or if somebody already had this same "problem" solved. Sound is great. Everything works fine, except that it stops playing every 3 minutes... With iPod or cd player connected, the problem remains the same. I work at an ad agency and people from RTV told me it is a problem of the equipment.

I enjoy mine.......2007-08-16

I bought an iHome2go at a fund raising auction. I enjoy it enough that I am buying my daughter one. I sell real estate and use it when I hold an 'Open House'. It is compact, has a travel case, sounds great and you don't have to plug it in to use it. I have used it three days on the current batteries. I would recommend this to anyone looking for compact unit with good sound.

Great for travel!.......2007-08-16

Remember when purchasing this item that you are buying a small set of speakers to play your music. Though the speakers do have a pretty impressive sound, they are at the mercy of the volume of the songs on your iPod. So, some of the songs are not very loud on the highest volume.

Overall, the size of the system and sound are great for travel and I have taken it with me on two trips. Easy setup and take down. I wish there was a way to control my iPod through buttons on the system, as pushing the wheel and such on my iPod when it is in the cradle is awkward.

Definitely worth the purchase if you want an alarm clock and music center for you iPod.

Great Travel Alarm Clock.......2007-04-11

This product has a very good sound for its small size. It also has a nice carrying case, works on batteries as well as ac current. There are also adapters for the various ipod sizes. We highly reccommend this item!!

iHome iH18W Portable Travel Alarm Clock for iPod Shuffle (White)

Average customer rating:

iHome Portable for iPod Shuffle
RETURN POLICY
Know your Ipods!
A piece of junk
Very nice!

iHome iH18W Portable Travel Alarm Clock for iPod Shuffle (White)

Manufacturer: Sound Design, Inc.
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Accessories:

3-Year Extended Service Plan - Covers Electronic Items $0-$200 - Replacement

Product Features:

The perfect portable alarm clock for when you are on the go with your iPod shuffle, it even comes with a carrying case to protect your iPod during your travels
Lets you listen and even fall asleep to your music while charging your iPod shuffle by docking it in the portable alarm clock station
Features a low-profile design, an auxiliary line-in jack, a gradual wake-up buzzer, and a sleep timer function programmable for a 90, 60, 30, or 15-minute countdown
Includes 2 stereo neodymium micro driver speakers with 1.5 watts of total power, a travel lock feature that maintains your settings, and a sure-alarm battery backup
Comes in a sleek, contemporary white that matches your iPod shuffle, measures 10.2 x 3 x 6.1 inches (W x H x D), and is backed by a manufacturer's limited 90-day warranty

ASIN: B000CCDAXU

Product Description

Every day, millions of people wake up, fall asleep, and enjoy listening to SDI Technologies products, and SDI hopes that you'll join the ranks of its satisfied customers.PRODUCT FEATURES:Listen and sleep to your music by docking your Apple iPod shuffle in portable alarm clock station;Built-in dock charges your iPod Shuffle;Plays with or without adaptor;Portable low-profile design that can go anywhere you go: the back roads, office, or bedroom;Sleep to iPod Shuffle or Auxiliary Audio device with Programmable Sleep;Sure Alarm battery backup guards against power failures;Aux/MP3 line-in jack with patch cord for MP3 players and other audio devices;Protective carrying case included.

Amazon.com Product Description

The iHome iH18W Portable Travel Alarm Clock for iPod Shuffle (White) is the perfect portable alarm clock for when you are on the go with your iPod shuffle. This unit comes with a carrying case to protect your iPod during your travels, and lets you not only listen to the music on your shuffle, but fall asleep to it as well.

The iHome iH18W lets you listen to your music while charging your iPod shuffle by docking it in the portable alarm clock station. The alarm clock station features a portable, low-profile design that can easily go anywhere you do, and an auxiliary line-in jack with a patch cord for hooking up other MP3 players or audio devices. This unit wakes you up with a gradual buzzer, and features an alarm reset function that shuts off the alarm while automatically resetting it for the same time the following day. The sleep timer function is programmable for a 90, 60, 30, or 15-minute countdown, and even features an adjustable sleep volume that lets you select a comfortable sleep volume level without affecting the wake-to or listening volume levels.

The iHome iH18W uses two stereo neodymium micro driver speakers with 1.5 watts of total power. Not only are the alarm and time settings easy to adjust, but there's a travel lock feature that maintains your settings so that the time is automatically set as soon as you plug it in, and keeps the unit from accidentally powering on in order to save battery life. The iH18W has a multifunctional LCD with an adjustable white backlight, and is settable to both 12 and 24-hour operating modes. This alarm clock includes extra convenience features such as the ability to store your shuffle's USB cap while your iPod is docked, and a sure-alarm battery backup that maintains your clock settings and ensures the alarm wake-up time in case of a power failure. The iH18W runs via the included AC power adapter, comes in a sleek, contemporary white that matches your iPod shuffle, measures 10.2 x 3 x 6.1 inches (W x H x D), and is backed by a manufacturer's limited 90-day warranty.

What's in the Box
iHome iH18W travel alarm clock for iPod shuffle, a carrying case, a patch cord for auxiliary in, an AC power adapter, and a user's manual.

Customer Reviews:

iHome Portable for iPod Shuffle.......2007-03-27

I love my new shuffle player! The sound is great and I love that I can take this with me wherever I go, like picnics and parties, where I could share my iPod music with others. This is great and a lot of fun - very cool!

RETURN POLICY.......2007-01-10

I WAS VERY PLEASED WITH THE ITEM ALTHOUGH I PURCHASED IT FOR A GRANDSON IN NEW YORK AND I LIVE IN ALABAMA. I TRAVELED HOME TO NEW YORK TO GIVE TO MY GRANDSON AND FOUND IT WAS THE WRONG SIZE. HE HAS A REGULAR SIZE IPOD. I SEARCHED THE WRITE UP ABOUT IT AND COULD NOT FIND WHAT SIZE IT WAS FOR. IT SHOULD HAVE HAD A MORE SPECIFIC DESCRIPTION OF THE ITEM. IT WAS FOR THE SMALLER SIZE IPOD AND NOT BEING FAMILIAR WITH THE THESE ITEMS, IT WAS DIFFICULT FOR ME TO PURCHASE WITHOUT MORE SPECIFIC INFO. BY THE TIME I PURCHASED IT AND HAD IT DELIVERERED TO ALABAMA. WRAPPED IT AND TOOK IT TO NY. I UNDERSTOOD THE TIME FRAME FOR RETURNS HAD PASSED. I WAS VERY DISAPPOINTED AND I PURCHASED AROUND 15 ITEMS FOR CHARISTMAS THRU AMAZON THIS YEAR, HOWEVER, I PROBABALY WILL NOT AGAIN BECAUSE I WILL NOT BE ABLE TO REATURN THEM IF I HAVE TO.
DO I HAVE ANY RECOURSE ON THIS PARTICULAR ITEM? I AM PLEASED WITH ALL THE OTHER ITEMS PURCHASED.
PLEASE RESPOND. THANK YOU. PATRICIA MURPHY

Know your Ipods!.......2007-01-03

To new to give a great appraisal, but so far so good. Bought this not knowing anything about Ipods. This product will work with the Ipod Nano with the supplied cable.

A piece of junk.......2006-12-29

My son received this product as gift. When I plugged it in, nothing happened (apparently the quality control team was on vacation the day that this one was built).

I called "customer service" and was told that this model was not a good one and that I should buy a different model.

I choose not to do business with a company with poor products and poorer "customer service."

Very nice!.......2006-11-05

My kids really enjoy this. They can fall asleep listening to their i-pod music. They enjoy it.

Average customer rating:

Travel Alarm Clock for iPod

Manufacturer: iHome
ProductGroup: CE

Product Description

SDI IH27R Portable Travel Alarm Clock for iPod with Remote Control in Black. Wake to iPod, alarm reset turns off alarm while automatically resetting for same time the following day. Sure Alarm battery backup maintains clock setting and ensures alarm wake time in case of power failure. iPod alarm backup: if no audio is detected from iPod, a buzzer will sound instead. Sleep to iPod or Auxilliary Audio device. Programmable Sleep timer with 90, 60, 30 or 15-minute countdown. Adjustable sleep volume allows you to select a comfortable "sleep" volume level without affecting the "wake to" or listening volume levels. Gently increasing and decreasing wake and sleep volumes. Remote Controls all major functions for iPod, alarm reset and snooze operation. Includes protective carrying case with handle and power adaptor.

iHome iH26S Portable Travel Alarm Clock for iPods (Silver)

Average customer rating:

Loved the product
It's alright for the price
It's a portable clock radio...
Glad I bought it.
Pretty good

iHome iH26S Portable Travel Alarm Clock for iPods (Silver)

Manufacturer: Sound Design, Inc.
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Accessories:

3-Year Extended Service Plan - Covers Electronic Items $0-$200 - Replacement

Product Features:

The perfect portable alarm clock for when you are on the go with your iPod, it even comes with a carrying case to protect both itself and your iPods during your travels
Lets you listen, fall asleep, and wake up to your music while charging your iPod when running on AC adapter, but it also runs on 4 AA batteries for portability
Features a low-profile design, an auxiliary line-in jack, gradual increasing wake-up music, and a sleep timer function programmable for a 90, 60, 30, or 15-minute countdown
Includes 2 stereo neodymium micro driver speakers, a travel lock feature that maintains your settings, a sure-alarm battery backup, and a remote control
Comes with inserts for all iPod models including the Nano, measures 8.22 x 5.9 x 1.65 inches (W x H x D), and is backed by a manufacturer's limited 90-day warranty

ASIN: B000EA0DDU

Product Description

Every day, millions of people wake up, fall asleep, and enjoy listening to SDI Technologies products, and SDI hopes that you'll join the ranks of its satisfied customers.PRODUCT FEATURES:Wake and sleep to your music by docking your iPod in the portable alarm clock station;Built-in docks let you charge both the iPod and iPod Shuffle at the same time;Portable low-profile design that can go anywhere you go: the back roads, office, or bedroom;Sleep to any iPod or Auxilary Audio device with Programmable Sleep;Sure Alarm battery backup guards against power failures;Aux/MP3 line-in jack with patch cord for other MP3 players and audio devices;Includes protective carrying case with handle and full function remote control.

Amazon.com Product Description

The iHome iH26S Portable Travel Alarm Clock for iPod Shuffle (Silver) is the perfect portable alarm clock for when you are on the go with your iPod and iPod shuffle. This unit comes with a carrying case with a handle to protect both itself and your iPods during your travels, and lets you not only listen to the music on your iPods, but fall asleep and wake up to it as well.

The iHome iH26S lets you listen to your music while charging your iPod and iPod shuffle simultaneously by docking them in the portable alarm clock station. The alarm clock station features a portable, low-profile design that can easily go anywhere you do, and an auxiliary line-in jack with a patch cord for hooking up other MP3 players or audio devices. This unit wakes you up to your own gently increasing music, unless none is detected from your iPod in which case a buzzer will sound, and features an alarm reset function that shuts off the alarm while automatically resetting it for the same time the following day. The sleep timer function is programmable for a 90, 60, 30, or 15-minute countdown, and even features an adjustable sleep volume that lets you select a comfortable sleep volume level without affecting the wake-to or listening volume levels. The iH26S also comes with a remote control (battery included) that lets you control all its major functions from a convenient distance.

The iHome iH26S uses two stereo neodymium micro driver speakers to provide clear sound across all volume levels. Not only are the alarm and time settings easy to adjust, but has a travel lock feature that maintains your settings so that the time is automatically set as soon as you plug it in, and keeps the unit from accidentally powering on in order to save battery life. The iH26S has a multifunctional LCD display with an adjustable white backlight, and is settable to both 12 and 24-hour operating modes. This alarm clock includes extra convenience features such as the ability to store your shuffle's USB cap while your iPod is docked, and a sure-alarm battery backup (battery included) that maintains your clock settings and ensures the alarm wake-up time in case of a power failure. This unit is powered by the included AC power adapter in order to recharge you iPod, or can run on four AA batteries (not included) for portability, and includes inserts that let it work with all iPod models, including the Nano. The iH26S comes in a sleek, contemporary silver finish that matches your iPod, measures 8.22 x 5.9 x 1.65 inches (W x H x D), and is backed by a manufacturer's limited 90-day warranty.

What's in the Box
iHome iH26S travel alarm clock for iPod and iPod shuffle, a remote control, inserts to fit all iPod models, a carrying case with handle, a patch cord for auxiliary in, an AC power adapter, two CR032 batteries for the clock backup and remote control, and a user's manual.

Customer Reviews:

Loved the product.......2007-09-08

My friend seems to really enjoy this product that I got him for his birthday. He had been looking for something like it for a while for his nano and this seems to be what he wanted. The only thing that we did not like was the fact that one of the fittings for the different size ipods did not fit for the nano.

It's alright for the price.......2007-04-10

For the price of this product it isn't that bad of a buy, however there are a few draw backs. First, the speaker quality is bad if you like to bump the bass- you must turn on the Bass Reducer on your Ipod so the sound isn't crap. It doesn't get loud enough to party around, but it's good for cooking or to have in the bathroom. Second, the fitting for the new Ipod nano doesn't work. I ended up carving out the right side a little to fit my nano.
The portability is nice, especially with the fold down speakers.

It's a portable clock radio..........2007-03-19

The sound is ok, it's about what you would expect from tiny speakers, but still better than my old clock radio. The biggest advantage is obviously that it plays my music, instead of listening to mindless am radio.
The downside is that it's a little difficult to set it to play the correct playlist in the morning. It's like you have to play it at night, then stop it in mid-play so will resume for your morning alarm. I've also had it play random selections for my alarm. All-in-all, a good investment, no major complaints.

Glad I bought it........2007-01-15

I wanted a travel alarm that would dock with my iPod. That is what I got. Everything works as it claims. Although everything is functioning, I get the feeling that this device probably won't last. The construction seems a bit suspect. For a hundred bucks I hoped for a bit of quality construction.

That being said, I am still glad I bought it.

Pretty good.......2006-10-17

When i first open the box I was like wow it's small and so cool looking. I got it up and running in minutes and the alarm clock to. But once i played some songs there was like a rumbling sound. I thought it was the ipod connection so i plugged it into the inout cable it came with. Still no difference. So basically there may be a low rumbling sound in your system. Don't worry you are not alone! The point is GET IT!

Sharper Image Big Screen ZipConnect Clock/Radio with Sound Soother and Stereo Speakers for iPod and MP3 (SI324)

Average customer rating:

This prouduct is amazing
I have the earlier version of this, now wish I had this iPod interface...

Sharper Image Big Screen ZipConnect Clock/Radio with Sound Soother and Stereo Speakers for iPod and MP3 (SI324)

Manufacturer: Sharper Image
ProductGroup: CE

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Product Features:

Includes a universal ZipConnect module (with retractable 18-inch cable). Connect and listen to music from any audio player with a headphone jack.
LCD shows the time in giant 1 1/8" digits. Also shows dual 12/24 time, date, temperature and alarm setting.
The AM/FM world digital tuner, with 30 presets, is configured to receive radio broadcasts in Europe and Asia, a great convenience when traveling.
Features stereo speakers with state-of-the-art aluminum-cone driver technology.
Big Screen ZipConnect Clock/Radio lets you wake up to the radio, iPod (with available "charge+play" module), Church Bells, one of 20 Sound Soother, selections or a ramp-up buzzer.

ASIN: B000EYH5QE

Product Description

See it. Hear it. Love it! Our Big Screen ZipConnect Clock/Radio features a big-digit LCD, big-sound stereo aluminum-cone speakers for iPod and MP3, loud ramp-up alarm, 20 soothing sounds...and more! Wake up to iPod, too, with the available Made for iPod ZipConnect charging module. The included universal ZipConnect module (with re-tractable 18-inch cable) allows you to conveniently connect and listen to music from any audio player with a headphone jack. The big LCD shows the time in giant 1 1/8" digits. The brightly backlit, easy-to-read display also shows dual 12/24 time, date, temperature and alarm setting. State-of-the-art aluminum-cone stereo speakers flank the big screen. Add even more dimension to the sound with our Powered Subwoofer (SA251); it's regularly $99.95 but $30 less, or $69.95, if purchased together with the clock/radio. The AM/FM/TV world digital tuner, with 30 presets, is configured to receive radio broadcasts in Europe and Asia, a great convenience when traveling. The Sound Soother features our extraordinary selection of 20 sound environments, from the exotic "Rainforest" to the familiar "Summer Night." The housing is 9" wide x 4 1/2" high and 3 1/2" deep. Plugs in with the included AC adapter. Settings are backed up by an included CR2032 battery. Interchangeable Made for iPod ZipConnect charging modules are available that will both play and charge your iPod. One-year warranty. Created by Sharper Image Design.

Customer Reviews:

This prouduct is amazing.......2007-04-01

I love this sound soother, it has a lot of options to put you to sleep and also when I am not using the "zip connect" function for my ipod friends of mine who have other types of mp3 players can also hook up their devices so we can listen to all music. I recently purchased one for my dad and while using the sound soother he woke up in the middle of the night and actually thought he was at the beach. In comparison to the i-home it has many more functions the only thing that would make it better was if it had a remote but I am not so lazy that i can not walk across the room to change the song. overall this is a great prouduct.

I have the earlier version of this, now wish I had this iPod interface..........2006-06-08

BIG screen. Lots of audio options - now can play & charge your iPod, too? Works great for us.

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