Sony Speaker Dock Clock Radio for iPod / iPhone
- Charges your iPod and iPhone
- Mega Bass and Mega Xpand for great sound
- 2-5-7 Day Alarm fits your lifestyle
- Fits easily on the nightstand or desk
- Built-in stereo speakers
Product Description
Sony’s speaker dock digital AM / FM clock radio is the perfect bedside accessory for iPod1 and iPhone users. Set the 2-5-7 Day Alarm for waking to the radio, iPod / iPhone to match your schedule. Charging tray gets your iPod1 / iPhone ready for another day.... Click Here For More Info >>
Sony Speaker Dock Clock Radio for iPod / iPhone
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Like the previous reviewer, I also went to a brick and mortar store to buy the previous model, which was on the display, but the inventory was for this unit, billed as a slightly newer replacement unit by Sony. This unit fixes two complaints from the previoous model: 1) the Iphone no longer sits above the snooze button; 2) the clock is far less cluttered and the display is larger and easier to see.
What really amazed me when I took it home and set it up was the sound quality. I currently have the Ihome IP9 and IP99. One of my IP9 units failed after about 10 months, so I bought this Sony unit to replace it. This unit is so much better in sound quality than the Ihome! I can’t believe how great the sound is from such a small and inexpensive device. In addition, my Iphone fits snugly into this unit without any adapters, and I do not have to remove my protective case to properly dock it. I think Sony fixed the majority of complaints quite successfully with this new unit, and I am very pleased to have purchased it. I strongly recommend it over the Ihome units.
Rating: 5 / 5
I wanted to replace my clock radio for one that charges my iPod Touch & has decent sound. After sampling several models at the Apple Store & researching online, I picked this one. As a note, there is a previous model of this unit & there are some major differences. Since both are still available as of 1/14/10, you might want to decide which one works better for you. The differences are:
-The old one was shorter, designed for regular ipods. The Touch & the iPhone stuck out higher then the radio, which meant when reaching for the snooze or other buttons, you may hit the iphone/touch and knock it off.
-The old one has a smaller clock display.
-The old one had a BETTER ipod dock. It actually had a rest behind where the ipod stands, which could be adjusted from the back to go in or out. This to me was an amazing & rather unique solution.
The one I bought, the new one described in this item listing, has a bigger clock display & is taller so the touch and iphone no longer stick out on top. However, the dock no longer has the adjustable backrest like the older model. Instead, it comes with 2 plates, one for the iphone, one for the Touch. If you have another ipod, you’ll have to bring your own dock plate.
The main problem with this dock plate solution is that my Touch doesn’t fit with the protective case on (I use an Agent 18). Since taking the Touch out of the case everyday is not something I wish to do, I have to use this without any dock plates. The problem with that is the only support the Touch has is the dock port. This is obviously not a good thing in the long term. It makes using the Touch while it is docked a 2 hand operation; one to stabilize the Touch & keep it from pushing back & the other hand to make the adjustments. This is doubly frustrating since they had a much better docking solution in the older model.
I plan on glueing a piece of foam or other material on the radio behind where the Touch would be to support it.
Even with this caveat, I would still recommend this Sony. The price to benefit ratio, to me at least, is great. The sound quality and clock radio functions are excellent, especially when you factor in the price you paid.
Things I like:
-Excellent sound
-Lots of options for the clock radio; 2 alarms, different days of the week, can wake up to ipod, buzzer, or clock.
-Sleep function also works with listening to iPod
-Comes with external AM & FM antennas. Picks up stations I listen to without a problem.
-Electronic tuning for radio stations with presets
-Plays Pandora & other sound apps through the system also
-Buzzer for alarm works great. Starts off slow and low volume. Then increases in intensity after every hit of the Snooze bar.
-Clock auto sets & remembers time if unplugged. Only have to set time zone when you first set it up.
-Remote works with iPod and has decent range.
Things I don’t like:
-Docking solution is a regression compared to the older model
Overall, I recommend this unit. If you don’t use a case with your iPhone or Touch, than it would get 5 stars, IMO.
Rating: 4 / 5
I got this to replace a GPX clock radio/dock that had HORRIBLE static whenever the Ipod was plugged in. This cost a bit more, but was worth every penny. Great, clear sound when I am listening to my Ipod. I am using it in my kitchen so I cannot comment on any of the alarm features but as a charging dock/speakers for my Ipod, it is fantastic!
Rating: 5 / 5
I am very happy with this system…first I have been a long time fan of Sony and since this model was astetically appealing to me I took a chance and ordered it. It arrived today and right out of the box it was very simple to set up. One thing that surprised me was to dock my iPhone I was concerned I would have to remove my bulky case. Wrong…the big cushy rubber case and all fits nicely in the docking station. This means I can just grab it and go!
The sound is pretty darn good. Sure, my stereo system is better but would you expect it to be THAT good?? I LOVE that I can now listem to Pandora, NPR, Podcasts and more with such a great sound. Plus it charges while it’s playing…what more could you want?
The clock has three settings for brightness…one of them is off so don’t be concerned about it being too bright at night. Enjoy!
Rating: 5 / 5
I got this product on jan 25. I liked it. Its easy to use.The sound quality is really good.It supports all ipods.
I have ipod touch and ipod click wheel 4th generation(no video). It suported both.
The remote is cool. Using remote u can navigate albums,artists,tracks(by pressing Menu button and Enter button)and can control volume and can change the tracks.The remote is very helpful.There is no static noise Disturbance(when cell phone receives a call)
Rating: 5 / 5