It’s clear that iLuv knows a thing or two about creating quality products surrounding the Apple iPod line of portable media players. The i199BLK mini audio system is one of the better iPod speaker docks on the market, largely because it offers good s...
Decent audio quality. CD player (for data CDs, too). USB player. Alarm clock works with iPod. Internal memory stores 32 tracks.
Controls are not intuitive. Covered in stickers. Remote is lousy.
Simply put, the iLuv tries to do too much and fails. Its not that this iPod speaker dock sounds awful or doesnt work. What really ails the iLuv is that it can be a royal pain to operate. It may be feature-loaded, but there are several simpler, better...
Abstract: The i199 looks a lot like many other iPod docks on the market. That is, its about the size of a shoebox and features a small cradle on the top side to hold an iPod. But near the iPod cradle is a spot to plug in a tiny BluePin module, which adds Blueto...
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Published: 2007-06-06, Author: Jeff , review by: cnet.com
Tabletop audio system combines iPod, AM/FM radio, CD (audio and MP3/WMA), and USB-based audio playback; line-in jack for connecting any additional sources; Bluepin feature can receive and transmit audio to and from Bluetooth devices; supports iPod vide...
No EQ settings; minor USB issues; video out is composite, not S-Video; subpar sound quality when utilizing Bluetooth streaming option.
The impressive iLuv i199 provides a dizzying array of features--including iPod compatibility, CD player, AM/FM clock radio--youll be hard-pressed to find on any other tabletop audio systems at this price.
No radiostation autoscan. Infrared remote requires line of sight.
The i199 is a great solution as a mini stereo for an office, bedroom, small living room, or kitchen. If youre just looking for a way to wake up to your iPod music, you cant go wrong with the Luna. i199...
