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Portable speakers with digital player dock for iPod More product details

$999.99

The well-built Apple iPod Hi-Fi possesses excellent sound quality for a one-piece system, and it... (cnet.com)

The well-built Apple iPod Hi-Fi possesses excellent sound quality for a one-piece system, and it... (zdnet.com)

alaTest Review Summary for Apple iPod Hi-Fi

We have collected and analyzed 33 expert reviews and 363 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 72/100 and users rate it 83/100. The average review date is August 12, 2006. We have compared these reviews to 19544 reviews from other MP3 Player Accessories. Last update: November 19, 2009.

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396 reviews

November, 2009

72 / 100

33 Experts

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83 / 100

363 Users

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Expert Reviews (33)

US

Apple iPod Hi-Fi

By James Kim (zdnet.com)

Apple's superhyped February 28 announcement didn't yield a new video iPod, but it did bring a new iPod speaker system to the table. The $349 iPod Hi-Fi is Apple's answer to the many third-party iPod speaker systems available from companies such as ...

The well-built Apple iPod Hi-Fi possesses excellent sound quality for a one-piece system, and it has lightning-quick controls, particularly when using the bundled remote control. It's also visually appealing and includes design features such as a ...

The Apple iPod Hi-Fi sounds only marginally better than its competition but costs much more. Despite the remote's menu button, you can't navigate the iPod's menu. There is no video line-out, headphone jack, or dock-connector output. The Hi-Fi's weight ...

The indicator light coupled with the bundled iPod Remote creates a unique...

Rating

73100

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US

Apple iPod Hi-Fi

By Mike Kobrin (pcmag.com)

Separate bass unit': No, THX certification': No, Controller': Wireless, # of satellites: 1, Controls on satellites ...

Excellent sound quality. Can run on alkaline batteries or AC power. Optical and analog audio inputs.

Menu button on remote doesn't activate the iPod's menu system. No video pass-through. Not available in all black ; Watch the Apple iPod Hi-Fi Video Review

It's no surprise that the new champ among iPod speakers/docks comes from none other than Apple. It's versatile and loud enough for almost any listening needs, though it lacks video output.

It may not be exactly what people were clamoring for at Steve Jobs' most...

Rating

90100

pcmag.com
US

Apple's first big-ticket iPod accessory offers big sound, unique features.

By Dan Frakes (macworld.com)

Considered in the appropriate context-compact speaker systems, not full-size home stereos-the Hi-Fi is a unique addition to the iPod accessory market. Although its level of treble detail is a bit disappointing, the Hi-Fi provides big, room-filling ...

Big, rich sound ; surprisingly good bass response and volume levels for its size ; easy to use ; innovative software features ; runs off AC or battery power ; can power iPod even when Hi-Fi running off battery ; analog/optical auxiliary input with ...

Lacks treble detail ; top-mounting dock makes it difficult to place the Hi-Fi on a bookshelf and requires you to remove iPod before moving system ; no video-out ; scratchable surfaces, fabric grille, and heavy weight not really suited for portable use ...

The top of the Hi-Fi hosts Apple's Universal iPod dock cradle; 10 adapter inserts are included for compatibility with all current and previous dockable iPods. In front of the dock are touch-sensitive up/down volume pads. Although this top-mounted dock ...

For this reason, Apple notes that your Hi-Fi will get better battery life if...

Rating

80100

macworld.com

User Reviews (363)

US

"Pricey but great sound"

By Michael Kirkpatrick (cnet.com)

I received this iPOD Hi-Fi as a gift. Great g... 

Self contained no remote speakers one cable

Price is way high!

US

"great sound, limited features"

By sinisterdesign (cnet.com)

i bought this primarily to stream music to my... 

really impressive sound from such a small box. audio line in a definite plus.

really bummed that there's no USB (or video) out

US

"fabulous product"

By philmathew (cnet.com)

It maybe a little pricey BUT a very well plan... 

Everything is great. Sound quality is not a patch on competing products.I owned a altec lansing before i bought this dock.

Could have had an rf remote!

Manufacturer's Description

The innovative design of iPod Hi-Fi transforms consumer-grade materials into the ideal enclosure for high-fidelity sound. The high-end sound of iPod Hi-Fi pours out of a double-walled plastic shell designed for maximum stiffness to prevent vibration and resonance - two major causes of sonic imperfection. And airtight sealing allows voluminous, unobstructed sound, effectively preventing buzzing and clatter. iPod Hi-Fi features three speaker cones custom designed to provide balanced sound...

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