Customer Reviews

Apple iPod Dock for iPod nano 1G

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1 star:		(7)

 

 

The dock allows you easy access to the nano's line-out interface, and it makes it a lot more convenient to sync your iPod with a computer - instead of rummaging around for cables, you just set your it down in the dock and you're done.

On the other hand, like most iPod accessories, it's outrageously priced. It's nothing more than a molded block of plastic with a couple of wires running through; it can't cost Apple more than $5 each to make. While it's useful enough that it'll probably be worth $30 over the long term, it still feels like a ripoff.

I don't find this to be that useful. The only benefit is that it holds the iPod upright (it has a line out feature, but that's not why I purchased it and I won't use that). I assumed (incorrectly) that it came with it's own power cord, so that it would, by itself, charge the iPod. You must purchase a separate plug or use the USB jack that it came with. I wanted an addition means of charging the nano. Had I known that it was just a base, I wouldn't have purchased this item, certainly not for $30. For me, the utility of this isn't worth more than a few bucks, and I'm not exactly the miser type.

Yeah, the Nano Dock is useful; however, be aware that it comes with NO cords whatsoever. This means that you have to purchase yet another accessory for it to be of any practical use. BOO Apple! There is absolutely no excuse for following in the footsteps of Microsoft!

The dock works as promised. The only hitch to me is I have to remove my Nano from its case to place it one the dock. I purchased the Apple brand rubber slip-on case to protect my Nano and it is a very, very thin case, however I must still remove the Nano in order to use the dock. You would think Apple would provide a small amount of room to accomodate thier own accesories.

I bought the nano dock for my iPod nano, you must buy this dock because its not original with the package and you dont want to end up having your nano on the bed or the desk or in the dogs mouth ;) the dock is cool for charging and sync. purposes.

Know that the dock has input for charging and output for headphones, and FYI the headphone output has a "FIXED" volume level so you cant control the nano when its docked to increas/decrease the volume.

One last thing is that when you sync the nano you are not able to use the nano as it will be in charge mode.

"Dont say wheres the power charger, because it charges from the USB cable"

Chao
;)

This little unit allows you to play your nano through any radio or DVD player with either rca jacks (you will need an adaptor, stereo pin plug to rca jacks) or a stereo pin plug. Bear further in mind, that unlike many so called "docks," it does not charge your Nano, so you will only have the time your batteries last to play before recharging.

This dock station is great! I got one cord going from the dock to my computer, and I sure can use less wires around my computer! I love the fact that my iPod is charged and synchronized all at the same time with out having extra cables. The station is small and sleek and takes almost no desk space! Be aware that if you order the dock, it does not come with an adapter for the 1GB Nano, and it does not come with any cables either. This dock is worth the money, not to have your Nano moving around you desk, or even running the risk of knocking it off!

After reading all of the reviews, I knew what I was getting in this dock. And I STILL wanted it. I previously had a USB cable dangling around my desk somewhere to sync my IPod (first generation). When I would sync it, it would just lay on my desk loose. When you have a curious cat, this is not a good thing. I wanted the dock so I didn't have to go searching for the dangly USB cord. I could just pop it on the dock like I do my digital camera. I knew it didn't come with any cords. But why did I need one? I just plugged the cord that was previously dangling into the back. Perfect... no more dangly USB cable. As far as the dock not fitting the nano you have, they do clearly specify first or second generation. I bought my Nano last year. It's not aluminum. The new ones are. Therefore, I assumed my Nano was a first generation. Had I purchased a newer Nano, I would have gone with the second generation dock. It doesn't seem too rocket sciency for me. It's so awesome and so EXACTLY what I wanted, my husband now wants one for his desk (his USB cable is tucked very obviously into a drawer on his desk). We are both VERY happy with the dock. It does exactly what we wanted!

This dock comes with NO cords so you have to purchase yet another accessory for it to be of any practical use.
BOO Apple for following in the footsteps of Microsoft!

Though I did have to pay sales tax because I live in Washington, but it's been rather cool. I've been using my iPod Gen 3 dock with my iPod Nano, but it's not really a good fit. This one is tinier and fits well.

I do have 1 complaint and that is the fact they need to make this heavier so when I try to pull my Nano out of the dock, I don't have to hod the dock down.