Sony iPod Clock Dock - White (ICFC1IPWHITE) Review

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(More customer reviews)UPDATE: Sony has updated this clock radio with a new model - the ICF-C1PMK2 - which has even better AM reception, a brighter display, and official iPhone compatibility.
Several weeks ago, I upgraded to a new 160GB iPod Classic. At the same time, I bought an XtremeMac Luna clock radio, which had good reviews. Unfortunately, I found that the Luna is incompatible with the new iPods - it cannot wake them from deep sleep to play the alarm in the morning. A call to XtremeMac got nothing more than a note that my issue had been forwarded to their technical team.
Without any reviews, I took a chance, and ordered the Sony ICF-C1iP iPod clock radio, and am I glad I did! The Sony is fully compatible with my iPod Classic, and Sony includes instructions for using the iPhone as well. And, the sound quality and radio performance is remarkably better than the Luna or other iPod clock radios I've tested.
Sony has done a great job with the ICF-C1iP. It is an upright design, with most of the unit behind the iPod, in a slanted design with controls at the top. The iPod dock accepts universal adapters, but they aren't really needed as Sony has an adjustable supporting plate behind the iPod.
Unlike the Luna, which attempts to duplicate the iPod menus on its display, the Sony ICF-C1iP includes a remote control that lets you completely control the iPod menus as if you were manipulating the scroll wheel. Quite impressive.
Sound quality is very good for a clock radio - with full bass and even midtones. Sony includes a simulated mode they call "Mega XPand" that in my experience made the music sound muddied and under-sampled. Your mileage my vary.
The blue-backlit clock is located in the iPod dock area, and 3 brightness levels are available. In my experience, even the lowest setting is a bit too bright, but not enough to disturb me at night. I wish that the display were slightly larger, although the high contrast lets me see the time without my glasses from a reasonable distance.
And, unlike most iPod clock radios, the radio reception is outstanding - with an external AM antenna provided. The unit has dual alarms, which can be set to iPod (you can even select a wakeup volume), Radio, or Buzzer.
On the downside, the battery backup for the buzzer alarm and clock is a small expensive lithium battery. And, if your relying on just the buzzer to wake you up it's not very loud. You also have to be careful when changing the alarms to make sure that you don't accidentally turn the alarm off. But all of these are minor issues. However, these are all very minor issues that don't detract from the unit overall.
All in all, in my experience, this is the best iPod clock radio you can buy.

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Put an end to annoying alarms and rise and shine to the music you love. The ICF-C1iP iPod(R) dock lets you set two separate alarms, with the option of waking to your iPod, the radio or a buzzer. Adjusting the time is automatic-all you have to do is choose your time zone and the dock does the rest. Built-in stereo speakers with MEGAXpand technology are loud and crisp, and a full-function remote control is included for changing tracks from across the room. An adjustable backstop fits all iPod models.

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Sonic Boom Love Clock with Bed Shaker (SBH400SS) Review

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(More customer reviews)You will learn more about this clock by reading the reviews of other similar models from the company. I got this one because the campy silly fun colors and stuff,,,, might as well feel good about getting up. (It was also a bit less expensive than some choices, though without all the features of some from this company.) I have a TERRIBLE time getting up in the AM and gave this a try- as other reviewers mentioned the vibrating unit definitely lets you know it's time to jump out of bed! The alarm on this one has adjustable volume and can be set to wake- the- neighbors loud; I do not even need it as loud as my regular alarm, at least for now, because it has an odd sort of siren- like whoop to it which wakes me..... and you can also set the tone of the alarm so it whoops slower or faster. There are flashing lights on it too, I did not think they would be helpful but they are, they are just one more thing to grab your attention. When I first tried this out the cat went flying off the bed and down the hall! I imagine like anything I could get used to it, but at least for now it is impossible to sleep through...... and I suspect will stay that way for quite awhile, expecially with the options to change tone and loudness. You can either turn it off just for the day, leaving the alarm set for the next day, or cancel the alarm till it is re- turned on. You can also choose to use just tone, just vibrator or both. A reviewer of a similar product from this company said it gave her a headache; I find that surprising, but then I am not prone to headaches, and I did put the bed- shaking unit under an extra pillow and not immediately under my head. As some others have noted this might irritate a bed-mate (or even roomate or suitemate) quite a bit. But it certainly does the job.

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You have a date. At 3am, your time, you are going to be meeting the hottest virtual elf you could ever imagine at the tavern near the river down by the flatulent dwarf's armor shop. But you need at least get a little sleep beforehand or you won't be able to work the next day, which means you won't be able to pay the bills, which means no more high speed connection. All you have to do is set your Sonic Boom Love Clock's alarm and plug in the bed shaker. You'll be up in time, trust us. How can we be so sure? One word: volume! The Sonic Boom Love Clock has an adjustable volume alarm with a maximum loudness of 113 decibels (just for reference, a jackhammer is about 100 decibels!) Add the bed shaker attachment does just what you think it would. Slip it under your mattress and your ears will bleed and your bed will shake, and there is no way you will oversleep and miss your date. And...if you ever get a real date (or just need a massage) you can turn off the audible alarm and just let the bed shaker do its thing. The Love Clock is also a great secondary alarm clock. Like Commissioner Gordon had a special phone to call Batman, this could be the clock to remind you when it's time for love!

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Krown K-WMU WakeMeUp Alarm Clock w/Bed Shaker Review

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(More customer reviews)I sleep with earplugs, and purchased this clock because it promised to be LOUD... but it is an electronic kind of "loud" that just isn't loud enough, at least not for me, so in this respect I was disappointed in it (strike one). The vibrating pad doesn't stay under me, but ends up on the floor in the morning (strike two). However, it has one great feature that made me decide to keep it despite the relatively high price -- it has the option of turning on a light of your choice (you plug it into the back) when the alarm goes off, and that wakes me up. It does have a big beautiful display as well.

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The WakeMEup Alarm Clock comes with a strong bed shaker, jumbo size LED display, adjustable loud audible buzzer, and lamp outlet. You can choose to turn on or off the bed shaker or lamp to match your life-style or adjust the buzzer volume to your comfort level. The adjustable display dimmer will give you the option to lower the brightness of the LED display. WakeMEup will be sure to wake up every morning.

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Emerson iP100SLA Portable Sound System with Digital Clock and Alarm Functions Review

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(More customer reviews)In 2007, my son received the Emerson iP100SLA Portable Sound System with Digital Clock and Alarm Functions as a Christmas present from his aunt. He seemed happy with it.
Just this morning, I found it out on the patio. He had left it there after using it in our laundry room (yet another thing he failed to put up after using it, but I digress...). I now have an iPhone, and wondered if it worked with it as well. I also noticed it has an AM radio option. I have a favorite talk radio show that I listen to when I can, but not as frequently as I like. This unit is small and compact, and knew it would fit next to my computer without being an intrusion on my workspace. I tested whether my iPhone fit. YES. I played some music and WOW! Nice clear and booming sound. AM/FM radio is a much appreciated plus, along with the alarm feature. Low profile and cool look add to it's attractability. I was impressed.
I came to this site to see the cost, as I'd like to purchase one for myself. Imagine my surprise when I saw the low, one star rating. I read the review, and thankfully I have not seen the issues the other person encountered. As I stated earlier, my son has had and used this over a year, so the fact that I am a "newbie" to using this is not the issue. I tested the power ON/OFF button and it works as it's supposed to. I don't mind the bright LED light.
From what I've seen and experienced, it is a great unit. I am impressed. Now, hopefully my son can be bribed...errr...persuaded to give this one up? Somehow, I doubt it.

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The portable iPod sound system by Emerson allows you to listen to music from your iPod without the confinement of earphones.Simply place your iPod in the front-mounted docking station and enjoy the clear, crisp sound of your music projecting from the wide-range 3-inch speakers with dynamic bass boost system. The dynamic bass boost system enhances the quality of sound and heightens your listening experience. Player is compatible with all dockable Apple iPod models and will charge iPod battery while docked so you’re sure to have enough power when you take it mobile. If you’re tired of listening to your iPod, press the button to switch to the AM/FM radio. Player features rotary controls for radio frequency and volume, and pushbutton controls for band and function controls. Clock, timer and frequency station is displayed on the player’s digital screen. Use the player as a personal alarm clock and wake in the morning to the radio or buzzer alarm. Player has stereo headphone jack and auxiliary input jack for connection to a portable CD player of MP3 player. Player operates on 120V AC or 6 C batteries.

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Rca Rc59I Clock Radio with Ipod Dock Review

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(More customer reviews)I saw this for sale at a local store, so I thought I would do some digging for information. Unfortunately, there is almost zero. It doesn't say it anywhere online or on the box, but this will indeed charge your iPhone 3G. It's possible that they did not want to pay for licensing. Since it will charge the 3G, it should charge all of the new non-firewire iPods (Nano 5G, etc).
It's nice and compact, but certainly sturdy. Once you take a leaf through the instruction manual, it's very easy to use. Not one of those things I recommend to start pushing buttons feet-first, because you'll probably be woken up at 2:30am by accident.
What else can I say about it? It charges my iPhone, plays pretty well (a 5.1 system this isn't), has an aux-in for a Zune, etc, has dual-alarms with 3-4 different options each. If you're looking for a cheap replacement for your firewire-charging alarm clock, this is a good choice.

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RCA RC59I Clock Radio With iPod Dock

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