Altec Lansing M202 Octiv DUO

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Apr, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 18 reviews of Altec Lansing M202 Octiv DUO. The average rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers really like the reliability and design. The price and size are also appreciated.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Altec Lansing M202 Octiv DUO is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 88/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by (engadget.com)

Altec Lansing Octiv Duo (202) speaker dock review

If you frequent small house parties like us, chances are you would've witnessed the many occasions where guests take turns to hook up their iDevices to the spe...

Nov, 2010

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Expert review by : PC Magazine (pcmag.com)

Altec Lansing Octiv Duo M202

Charges and plays music for two docked iPods. Free app mixes music from both iPods and lets you choose play time percentages for each. Simple design with a handy cubbyhole for the remote control. Full iPod navigation on remote.

Audio quality isn't bad, but distorts at high volumes. Music Mix app won't work for iPod nano or other non-iOS iPods.

It may not be an audiophile masterpiece, but the Octiv Mini M202, with its dual docks and free mixing app, may just inspire harmony in your multiple-iPod home.

Mar, 2011

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Expert review by : David Carnoy (cnet.com)

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Altec Lansing Octiv Duo M202

Dual docks for two iPods or iPhones; compact, elegant design; decent sound for small size; two free apps deliver full alarm clock and dual iPod-mixing functionality; electromagnetically shielded so iPhone can be used without switching to airplane mode;...

Take away the iPhone apps and the Octiv Duo is a fairly basic iPod speaker; app doesn't automatically launch when you dock your device; circular remote control takes some getting used to.

If you're looking for a compact, affordable speaker for your bedside table that charges two iPhone or iPods simultaneously, the Octiv Duo is well designed and offers reasonably good sound for the money.

Sep, 2010

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Expert review by : Rossi Fernandes (tech.firstpost.com)

Altec Lansing M202 Octiv Duo - Mix n Match

The Octiv Duo fits the bill for a dock with good sound and some extra features as well.

May, 2011

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Expert review by : Techworld (techworld.com)

Altec Lansing Octiv Duo review

The Altec Lansing Octiv Duo is a reasonably priced iPhone/iPod dock and speaker. Its dedicated apps make it ideal for iPhone and iPod touch owners.

Oct, 2010

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Consumer review (staples.com)

Frustrated and disappointed so far...

I plugged it in on Dec 29th and exchanged it for another one on Jan 3rd...My wife was very excited to use it while working around the house but the system only worked for about a day and then would not play music again. Turns out Altec Lansing is...

Stylish

Not that loud,Not that powerful can\'t

Jan, 2012

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Consumer review (staples.com)

Surprising sound from little speakers

I'm surprised at the quality of sound from these small speakers - it's quite good for their size and price. I use this in the kitchen/dining room, in the bedroom and outside by the pool. It's small, easy to carry from room to room and looks good. Quite...

Easy To Transport,Fast Charge,Great Interface,Great Sound,Stylish

Sep, 2011

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