Philips AJ300D Clock Radio with iPod/GoGear Dock

by Philips

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6.5 x 7.5 x 6.3 inches ; 2.9 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 4 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000N5ZAR0
• Item model number: AJ300D/37
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (41 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: July 7, 2004

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Dock your iPod or GoGear player into the compact Philips AJ300D Clock Radio and enjoy powerful bass supported by 12 Watts of total power. The great sound is enhanced by Philips wOOx technology. It is a revolutionary loudspeaker concept that allows you to hear and feel fantastically deep bass. Special speaker drivers work in harmony with the wOOx bass radiator. Precise tuning between the main driver and the tweeter ensures smooth transitions from low-mid to high frequencies. Dual suspension and a symmetrical sandwich construction deliver low and precise base without noticeable distortion. The Philips AJ300D also features a large LCD display, dual alarm, digital AM/FM tuner with 5 presets, and a handy remote control

Product Description

Dock your iPod or GoGear player into the compact Philips AJ300D Clock Radio and enjoy powerful bass supported by 12 Watts of total power. The great sound is enhanced by Philips wOOx technology. It is a revolutionary loudspeaker concept that allows you to hear and feel fantastically deep bass. Special speaker drivers work in harmony with the wOOx bass radiator. Precise tuning between the main driver and the tweeter ensures smooth transitions from low-mid to high frequencies. Dual suspension and a symmetrical sandwich construction deliver low and precise base without noticeable distortion. The Philips AJ300D also features a large LCD display, dual alarm, digital AM/FM tuner with 5 presets, and a handy remote control

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

49 of 49 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Poor Product Description by AMAZON, May 18, 2007

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A. Parker - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Philips AJ300D Clock Radio with iPod/GoGear Dock (Electronics)

Once you get past the fact that Amazon has really misrepresented this item, I can say that it really is a what I needed. Yes, as mentioned by another reviewer, there is NO CD player funtion at all. It would have been fantastic if Philips had designed it with one in mind, but I think it would have killed it's compact size which is why I bought it. There are only 5 presets (not 20 as per Amazon's description and the unit only plays FM, no AM). This is mentioned in the "Technical Details" of the description page, if you click on it. The detail that there is no CD funtion is there, too - very contradictory.
I love the fact that it's small (I can move it from room to room). There are three wake-up modes (FM radio, gentle wake buzzer, and iPod dock). But, the best item would have to be the wOOx technology for powerful bass, on the back of the unit. That sold me on this "Play and Charge" unit, and I love that feature the most. The sound is excellent for the price. You can still connect a portable CD player, VCR or even an iPod Shuffle, through the AUX port and cord supplied. So, it's not a one trick pony.
The clock function is good, with 3 brightness settings (Bright, Low and OFF), and both Sleep and Snooze funtions on the alarm. I found it simple to set the clock and alarm(s). No battery back-up is a negative. Even a simple 9V would be enough to keep presets and radio function if the power went out.
Overall: I like it, I really do.

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent sound quality and feature set for the money, July 12, 2007

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David Krantz (Los Angeles) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Philips AJ300D Clock Radio with iPod/GoGear Dock (Electronics)

If you're looking for an inexpensive way to get solid sound from a small device AND charge your iPod, this unit is for you. I have tried (and returned) several sub-$100 players like the mediocre iHome with its tinny sound and inconveniently wide body. This Philips unit offers rich bass (as long as you don't crank the volume way up) and a decent feature set.

While it's not going to replace your surround-sound home stereo system, or even your boombox; it IS an excellent clock radio. It keeps time well. The remote advances to the next track on the iPod (or skips back), fast forwards or rewinds, and adjusts the volume.

The display can be set to bright, dim or off if you prefer to sleep in complete darkness. The alarm stores two different wake times with three alarm options: radio, buzzer or iPod. It gets good radio reception. It has five preset FM stations. The built-in battery will save your settings for ten minutes if you change rooms. It's has a small footprint. It charges your iPod. It's looks reasonably stylish. It's a good buy.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for the office too!, May 10, 2007

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M. Mitchell (Florida) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Philips AJ300D Clock Radio with iPod/GoGear Dock (Electronics)

I use this in my office to play my ipod and listen to music at low audio levels. I have played it at home and it sounds great at louder levels also. The design is great! Simple and stylish. It has just the right features I've been looking for.
I had to really look for the cons... it doesn't have a battery backup but if the power outage is less than 10 mins, the clock will be ok. The presets remained even though i had it unplugged for a couple of hours. I think the remote is a little too small and some of the buttons are too close together but other than those two unimportant things, this is a great buy!