Philips DC310

Philips DC310
alaScore 75

11 reviews

May, 2013

  • No negative mentions yet

alaTest has collected and analyzed 11 reviews from magazines and websites. People are impressed by the value for money and size.

usability, size, value for money

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other iPod Docking Speakers the Philips DC310 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 75/100 = Good quality.

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Amazon review summary for the Philips DC310

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 11 user reviews of the Philips DC310 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

73% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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Awful alarm clock.

 

Awful alarm clock.

This clock is impossible. I got it as a gift a year ago, and I still haven't figured out how to use it. Even my computer geek husband struggles with it. It has no battery back up, and the display is way too bright even on the low setting. The...

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GREAT SYSTEM

 

GREAT SYSTEM

I PURCHASED THIS SYSTEM TO USE IN MY BATHROOM. I LOVE BEING ABLE TO LISTEN TO MUSIC WHILE TAKING A BATH OR SHOWER. THIS SYSTEM IS A PERFECT SIZE IT DOESN'T GET IN THE WAY, AND PLAYS VERY LOUD. I GET GREAT RECEPTION WHEN LISTENING TO THE RADIO. I ALSO...

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Pretty good for the price

 

Pretty good for the price

I bought this at Target for about [...]and initially liked it for the very compact size - perfect for my small night table. I loved the large display and the easy to see buttons for snooze and alarm. Overall I just thought it looked neat. I still...

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Really wanted to like the clock/radio, BUT

 

Really wanted to like the clock/radio, BUT

For such an attractively designed clock/radio/iPod dock, it is as if the designer had never used one. Seriously!! 1. No Real Battery Backup Despite what the Amazon description says it does NOT have a battery backup to speak of. I tracked down that it...

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Really wanted to like the clock/radio, BUT

 

Really wanted to like the clock/radio, BUT

For such an attractively designed clock/radio/iPod dock, it is as if the designer had never used one. Seriously!! 1. No Real Battery Backup Despite what the Amazon description says it does NOT have a battery backup to speak of. I tracked down that it...

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Excellent radio and iPod player

 

Excellent radio and iPod player

If this radio had HD radio support, it would be perfect. Things I like: - Excellent sound. - Small footprint makes it fit well on my small, crowded nightstand. - Excellent controls are easy to use, even in the dark when reaching from the bed. -...

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Excellent radio and iPod player

 

Excellent radio and iPod player

If this radio had HD radio support, it would be perfect. Things I like: - Excellent sound. - Small footprint makes it fit well on my small, crowded nightstand. - Excellent controls are easy to use, even in the dark when reaching from the bed. - Ability...

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Great sound but radio reception is mediocre

 

Great sound but radio reception is mediocre

As has been noted elsewhere, at least one detail in the Amazon listing is incorrect. The radio supports only FM, not FM and AM. If you're going to use the radio or the iPod as the alarm, you may want to have the unit on a nightstand or within easy...

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Great sound but radio reception is mediocre

 

Great sound but radio reception is mediocre

As has been noted elsewhere, at least one detail in the Amazon listing is incorrect. The radio supports only FM, not FM and AM. If you're going to use the radio or the iPod as the alarm, you may want to have the unit on a nightstand or within easy...

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Product Specifications

Free your portable music at home! Dock your iPod into the compact DC310 Docking Entertainment System with the powerful wOOx bass radiator. Enjoy great sounds and choose to kick-start each day with music.

Audio Input

Type: None

Audio System

Built-in Cradle:iPod cradle
Functions (KB):iPod cradle / Radio
Sound Effects:wOOx Dynamic Amplification Control
Sound Output Mode:Stereo
Subcategory (KB):Boomboxes, radios, clock radios
Type:Clock radio

Cassette System

Type: None

CD System

Type: None

Digital Storage Media

Type: None

Dimensions & Weight

Depth:6.5in
Height:7.5in
Weight:2.9lbs
Width:6.3in

Header

Manufacturer:Philips
Model:DC310
Packaged Quantity:1
Product Line:Philips Docking Entertainment System

MD System

Type: None

Radio

Preset Station Qty:5
Tuner Bands:FM
Tuner Type:Digital
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