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iPodweek - The Best of iLounge
This week at iLounge: Wireless iPod speaker systems are still in their earliest days, and the IntelliTouch EOS Wireless Speaker Core System is an example of why. Uniquely loaded with two sets of speakers — one wired to an iPod dock, one wireless — the only major issues this $300 setup had were so-so sound quality and aesthetics. We also updated our reviews of two Monster Cable accessories: the Monster iSplitter 200 saw an update to make it physically compatible with the iPhone, but it remains a better-than-average headphone splitter. The Monster iCarPlay Cassette Adapter for iPod/iPhone saw a similarly small update. More »
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iPodweek - The Best of iLounge
This week at iLounge: We did a little celebrating at iLounge this week, as our release of The Free iPod Book 3.0 led to more than 300,000 downloads of the guide to all things iPod, iTunes and more — a feat that would be impossible without the wonderful contributions and support of our readers. More »
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iPodWeek - The Best of iLounge
This week at iLounge: We got to play with a few new accessories, like the DLO HomeDock Music Remote. The three-line screen on its remote was useful, but not as useful as it could have been due to limited browsing options. We also checked out Elgato Systems' Turbo.264 Video Encoder Hardware, but deferred on giving it a final rating because of a problem with the USB dongle's software. We found the iHome iH8 Dual Alarm Clock Radio to be pretty much what we expected: a slightly stripped-down version of the iH7 at a lower price. Finally, the Mophie Bevy served its multiple functions, but with limited success. More »
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iPodWeek - The Best of iLounge
This week at iLounge: It was a review-heavy week at iLounge, with nine new ratings handed down. We took a look at several speakers, including the Altec Lansing inMotion iMV712 Portable Audio System, and while the audio was impressive, it's large size and so-so video quality hampered its performance. We also played with the Kensington FX 500 Speaker To Go, a "speaker case" that surpasses the company's FX 300 in functionality, but also in bulk and price. We found the Sharp i-Elegance DK-A1 Music System for iPod to be a well-designed all-in-one speaker, but its sound balance left something to be desired. Finally, Memorex's Mi1111 Home Micro System for iPod packed lots of features, but also packed some bass distortion. We also examined several cases, including Capdase's Belt Leather Case for iPod nano 2nd Generation, and found its quality on par with its low price. The same can be said for the company's Pattern Leather and Bifold Style Classy Leather Cases for second-generation nanos. On the other side of the spectrum, AB Sutton's Video Slip and Video Book for fifth-generation iPods offer precise customization and high build quality, albeit at a premium price. More »
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iPodWeek - The Best of iLounge
While all was quiet on the review front this week, our First Looks section saw more than enough action to make up for it. We got our first look at the iHome RX Stereo Bluetooth Receiver, TX+RX Stereo Bluetooth Transmitter and Receiver, and F1 Wireless Stereo Bluetooth Earphones. We took a gander at the Memorex Mi1111 Home Micro System for iPod, which packs quite a feature set—CD player, radio, iPod dock and subwoofered speaker set—into an affordable package, and we also checked out the Belkin In-Desk Dock for iPod, which uses a grommet hole to mount your iPod flush with your desk. Not to be forgotten are new cases; we looked at a bevy of iPod nano and iPod shuffle cases from Capdase this week, and got our mitts on the Mophie Bevy Protective Case with Earbud Wrap, Key Chain, and Bottle Opener for the iPod shuffle. More »
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iPodWeek - The Best of iLounge
This week at iLounge: Was this the slowest week for the iPod since 2003? Perhaps. With the entire iPod ecosystem quietly working on accessories for iPhone — 4 (!) of which we're giving away to lucky readers in our iPod Fashion Contest — the 100-million-selling iPod has taken a surprising backseat this week. More »
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iPodweek - The Best of iLounge
This week at iLounge: We take an in-depth look at Apple's latest iPod game iQuiz, finding the movie, music, and TV trivia title expandable via free software, and well worth the minimal $1 price tag, despite small technical problems. The JBL Radial Micro Superior Loudspeaker Dock for iPod also arrived this week, and while it looks like a mini version of the cool Radial, it sounds more akin to JBL's cheaper, older On Stage II. We also reviewed the latest version of HandBrake, which is the simplest end-to-end tool for converting DVDs into Apple TV and iPod-ready files. More »
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iPodWeek - The Best of iLounge
This week at iLounge: Everyone's been talking this week about the Griffin Technology Dock Adapter for iPod shuffle, a way to let the second-generation shuffle play or charge on myriad dock-sporting iPod speaker systems. We've already reviewed it, along with Harman Kardon's EP730 and EP720 High-Fidelity Noise-Isolating Earphones, which turned out to be less impressive than their other Etymotic Research-designed cousins. We also played with the Brookstone SongPlay Music System for iPod, and enjoyed the design of the speakers, including the illumination behind the iPod, as much as we did their sound. More »
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