Customer Reviews

iHome iP37 Portable Stereo Speaker Case for iPod and iPhone (Black)

5 star:		(30)
4 star:		(13)
3 star:		(6)
2 star:		(2)
1 star:		(5)

 

 

Buying the iHome iP37 was a lesson of how important it is to try out sound equipment before you make a choice. The salesperson at the store I bought the iP37 was kind enough to let me try out various portable sound systems with my iPod. He even broke out a new set of batteries for me to have (free). After trying out offerings from Panasonic, Memorex, and Sony, I came across this little cloth-cased thing that was surprisingly heavy. That heaviness was due to the magnets in the speakers which are what drive the sound in the systems.

I was blown away by the sound in this tiny little system. I was wanting something that I could use by my beside at night, but in the bargain got a speaker set that can easily fill a good sized room. All this in a package that can easily fit beside my laptop in its case. A big plus is that this battery operated system also has an AC adapter and charges my iPod when plugged in. I also like how simple the design is: an on/off switch and plus and minus buttons for the volume. That's it. It takes AA batteries which is nice, since most of my other portable stuff takes the same.

That said, the iP37 works best with classical and jazz music, where booming bass is not required. Even though the iP37 has SRS bass boost, you aren't going to get room-rocking bass from these little speakers. However, classical music is another story. When I can hear the guitarist's fingering noises on a classical piece, I know the speakers are pretty clear. With this little system, I can put on some classical music in the bedroom and still hear it clearly in the kitchen. Pretty darn good.

I wanted a something that I could listen to my iPod Touch with around the house, outside and on trips. I did a lot of research looking for a brand that had good quality sound, and after doing my homework, I ordered this. I didn't go wrong. The sound quality is excellent, the case is very sturdy and I couldn't be happier. The on-off switch and volume control are on the case itself. The in-line jack and AC adapter jack are located on the outside of the case, so everything is easily accessed. I love this item and couldn't be more pleased with my purchase.

This portable stereo has very good sound quality for its size. It is nice to play my Ipod playlists wherever I go without using my earphones or having to rely on limited size CD's. The stereo comes with 3 docks to use. I have a 4th generation Ipod Nano 16G and the dock for it was not one of the ones included. I contacted iHome to see if there was one available. They told me that I could use the dock that came with my Ipod. It fit perfectly and performed as I had hoped. I have plans to take it to the beach with me this summer instead of a radio. The fact that is runs by either battery or adapter is a plus.

When I place my Iphone 4 in the dock---message came up not compatible -- I ignored it & it would play however it would not charge when playing or docked without playing. There were three docking deivces available but none for the IPhone 4---and it says not to put it in without a dock. I called the company support line. Basically the agent could not help me. Kept putting me on hold. Said I would have to go to the Apple store to get the dock---I said the box only says for Iphone G3 & G3S even thought the product information on Amazon.com says compatibale with IPhone 4. She says it was put out before the Iphone 4 came out and has not changed. Bad first experience with IHome products and customer support. Don't buy if you have an Iphone 4.

The speakers are loud and the docking station works with all ipods and iphones even iphone 4. The only complaint I have is that if it is running on batteries it does not charge the phone and the ipod or iphone sits vertically on the dock no way to do landscape so you can't really watch movies or videos. It has to be plugged into the ac adapter for the phone to charge. Other than that this is a great product.

I love this system! I've read most of the reviews for other speaker systems/docks for an Iphone 3GS and only this one has all 5 star reviews on amazon.
I like sleek look, great quality and the sound. It can play very loud and I guess when maximum I can hear some hum, but it is too loud at this point anyway.
Great function- charging the phone when plugged in (not when on batteries).
Super easy to use, this is what I wanted-small, portable, good quality sound, good looking. If you are looking for similar speaker/dock than get it!

I travel a great deal and like to listen to the music on my iPhone. I have tried other portable systems, but the sound has always been compromised with the size or weight of the speakers. The iP37 is the perfect combination of size, sound, and functionality. It zips up to travel securely and the sound is amazing for the size. It sounds better than larger external speakers I have used previously. But my favorite function is that it CHARGES the iPhone as it plays music. That means I don't have to pack an additional charger when I travel.
My only suggestion for improvement would be to add the AC cord into the body of the case with a retractable feature. I have recommended this system to several friends and family members and they are all happy with it.

I had purchased two supposedly "great quality" portable speaker systems for my iPhone previously only to be completely disappointed by the sound and the overall design of the product.

Then I discovered this beauty. If you are looking for a totally portable system for you iPhone, to use everyday or for traveling (as I did) you will be amazed and thoroughly happy. For the money these speakers are worth every penny. The case itself is not a soft case but rather a hard case top and bottom covered in nylon. I expect many years of service from it.

I had only one small complaint about the overall design and that is that the battery compartment door (on mine) doesn't seem to latch as tightly as I would like to see it but it may not be true of every unit, hence the 4 starts for design quality. That rating shouldn't be confused with anything but the battery door.

Dollar for dollar you will be blown away...I highly recommend the iHome 1P37 speakers for anyone that loves great sound quality at a reasonable price.

Has a really great sound for a portable speaker. I like the fact that the batteries are simple AA that are easy to replace. This speaker replaced an old case speaker that was twice the size with a recharable unaccessable battery. Now that it will not longer recharge, I replaced the unit with this one. This is half the size and also accepts my ipone.

I was looking for speakers that would let me use my iPhone as an alarm clock and sleep machine( iTunes Sleep Machine application ) , and after going wrong with my first choice, I lucked out by getting this one.

The sound is great, I like that it can fill the room. Its convenienet in that everything is integrated into the case, and you can just zip it shut , put it into a bag, and off you go. My iPhone fits great without having to taking it out of the case. You also get the option of using batteries or the included wall adapter.

A bonus is the stereo in port, to let you plug in other audio devices if necessary.

All in all this is a great by if you want something with good sound but not too bulky. It's a high quality solution to that need.