However, the remote works for iOS devices playing via the sync cable, so it can indeed be useful. A sync cable for iOS devices is included, as is a black plastic remote control that initially seems superfluous, given you can just use your iOS device as a remote with AirPlay. Along the lower back panel, there’s a battery button (press it and the volume dots on the top panel become power indicators for the internal rechargeable battery), a Power switch, a 3.5mm Aux input, a USB iPod docking cable connection, a firmware status LED, a Wi-Fi status LED, and a Wi-Fi setup button (for streaming music from your Mac or PC). The back panel is emblazoned with the iHome and Bongiovi DPS Acoustics logos-more on that in a bit. Of course, you can always choose to use the volume slider on your iOS device’s screen to have a bit more control over the exact volume level. The disadvantage is that, because the dots are set values, there’s no way to set the volume level at a point between the markers. The advantage here is that it’s really easy to drastically lower the volume with just one tap, something very few devices offer despite the usefulness. The Volume control, rather than being two buttons for raising and lowering, is actually series of 16 tiny dots-tap your finger to the far left of the dots to lower the volume, while the 16 th and farthest right dot is maximum volume. The top panel of the tall, narrow speaker system is glossy black plastic, which, from left to right, is under-lit in pale white with touch-sensitive Volume, Track Backward, Play/Pause, and Track Forward controls and indicators for Power, Wi-Fi (lit when connected), and iPod (lit when one is connected via docking cable). Measuring 7.3 by 12.5 by 3.7 inches (HWD), the iHome iW1 shares something in common with the Zeppelin Air: it’s dressed in black cloth speaker grilles with shiny metallic trim. At $300, it shouldn't distort at high volumes, but if you must have an AirPlay dock but your budget is limited, this is the speaker system to check out. The portable iW1 sounds great at moderate volumes and can charge-or play music directly from-an iPhone via an included sync cable. At $299.99 (direct), the iHome iW1 actually represents the bargain end of the AirPlay spectrum most upcoming offerings lean more towards $400 and up. Battery charging dock is awkwardly designed.Īfter limited exposure, in the Editors' Choice Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Air($599.95, 4 stars) and the JBL On Air Wireless ($349.95, 2.5 stars), Apple’s wireless audio system, Airplay, is finally coming to more products this fall.How to Set Up Two-Factor Authentication.How to Record the Screen on Your Windows PC or Mac.How to Convert YouTube Videos to MP3 Files.How to Save Money on Your Cell Phone Bill. How to Free Up Space on Your iPhone or iPad.How to Block Robotexts and Spam Messages.Just my thoughts on this option for your audio needs. Kyle at 845motorsports also has this but I haven't heard back from him on his thoughts as of yet. It is substanitally less money wise than going a descreeet component route and you won't sacrifice any cargo room. I would recommend it unless you are going to go with all new speakers and a box and AMPs like some others. I felt this was at least comparable but has better bass of course to to the discreet sub. I have ran discreet components in the past on other vehicles. My previous car had an Alpine head unit and Clarion speakers for comparison as far as sound qulaity. I haven't even messed with any of the other settings yet as I just got the car 4/11. Probably more than sufficient for all but the hardcore audiophiles. I think it is a good deal if you are not going to go the custom install. It was set a little bright when I got it but the treble had been adjusted +3 and the treble to -3 when I recieved it. The salesperson that I bought from said it sounded a lot better than stock and exceeded his expectations. My experience with other factory systems is that I would always classify them as somewhat muddy. As I see no one else has posted anything on this I thought I would.
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