I Live Docking Station For I Pod By sizwizz on - Updated Oct 15, 2011
For over a year, I've been searching for an Mp3 docking station. I wanted something that was portable, small, and capable of putting out a decent sound. My problem is that most docking stations are specific to iPod, and I have a Samsung. So last week, when my local Kohl's department store was having a sale on the few electronics they sell, I decided to take a look. After weeding through box after box of docking stations, I almost gave up the hunt simply because all of them stated "made for iPod". Just as I was ready to leave, I spotted the fine print on one of the boxes that said it was compatible "with other audio devices". Eureka!
When I got to my car with my new purchase, I immediately took out the small Mp3 boom-box. My Samsung Mp3 player just happened to be in my purse, so I thought I'd hook it up, and sample the sound. Lo and behold, I couldn't connect my Samsung (aka "other audio device") without purchasing a separate cable to plug in. After I ran back into the store and bought my missing cable, I plugged everything in and turned on my iLive. (Did I mention it runs on 8 "C" batteries when it's not plugged in with the AC cord provided?) Naturally, I was running it on batteries during my test. ( I DID have foresight and purchased these ahead!) Surprisingly, it sounded pretty darn good! It's certainly not Bose quality, but it didn't sound too bad!
The design is nice, with a handle for carrying it around, and it comes in several colors, which is a nice touch. Some of the features include an AM/FM radio, volume, and tuner controls, and a clock. If you have an iPod it would slide right onto the built-in connector. Controls in the front let you search, and skip forward and backward, however, these buttons only work if you have an iPod connected to it. Since mine is a lowly Samsung Mp3 player, these buttons are inoperable for me.
If you're looking for a professional sound, this may not be the docking station for you. But if you want a portable unit that measures approximately 11" wide, by 7" tall, and sounds pretty good, (even connected to "other audio devices"), then you'll be happy with the iLive mini-boom-box.
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iLive Docking Station/Boombox Purchased at: Kohl's Price: 49.99
AHA! This sounds like just the thing I need for my kids' MP3 players. It's quite difficult to find docking stations/players for non-iPod MP3 players! Maybe I can catch this on sale at Kohl's!
Thanks for the information. We are looking for something for my daughters I Pod, she has an IDOG but wants something that has better quality sound. This one is young and hip looking too so she might like that. I love Kohl's so I'll be sure to check out thier ad next week. I would not have thought to look there for one of these.
Sounds like a decent product. Thanks for sharing the information.
Sounds like a good product:0) Don't think my son would like the pink one though LOL.
Love the color! Great looking and functional are always cool!
This looks a pretty cute little docking station and I love the color and handle for carrying it around. Sounds like you made out at Kohl's :O). Thanks for sharing with us your problems on finding this for your Samsung and glad your were succesfull!!!
I want an Ipod! Everybody's got one but me. lol This sound like a great accessory for the Ipod.
I want an Ipod! Everybody's got one but me. lol This sound like a great accessory for the Ipod.
The dock looks so cute, I would want to carry it around with me everywhere! However, wow, that's a lot of battery power it requires! That might make it just too expensive for everyday use!
I love the pink color! :o) I agree, it's hard to find docking stations that will be compatible with other things besides Ipods. I have a portable XM radio and I wonder if it would work on here. I also like the carrying handle, that is very cool.