Apple iPod Hi-Fi 2.1 channels White

Updated:
2013-11-01 22:16:07

Average rating:67

Uk has collected 33 expert reviews for Apple iPod Hi-Fi 2.1 channels White and the average expert rating is 67 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

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macworld.co.uk

Updated:
2013-11-01 22:15:39

Average rating:60

Apple put a frisson of fear across the burgeoning iPod accessories market when it introduced the iPod Hi-Fi. This rectangular all-in-one speaker system is designed to provide the kind of performance an iPod user needs in an all-digital setup. Controll...

Purpose built for iPod, smooth integration, good sound overall, battery or mains powered...
Sound separation limited, treble lacks detail, heavy, no video out, no USB port...

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pcadvisor.co.uk

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2013-11-01 22:15:39

Average rating:60

Apple put a frisson of fear across the burgeoning iPod accessories market when it introduced the Apple iPod Hi-Fi. This rectangular all-in-one speaker system is designed to provide the kind of performance an iPod user needs in an all-digital setup...

Overall, the Apple iPod Hi-Fi provides good sound with some clever features that set it apart. Its an attractive option for people looking for good, room-filling sound in a compact package, though some will prefer the better sound separation and flex...

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pcauthority.com.au

Updated:
2013-11-01 22:15:43

Average rating:50

Some good design touches and decent sound quality, but a staggering price tag.

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techradar.com

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2013-11-01 22:15:45

Average rating:60

Audiophiles needn't lose any sleep over it, iPod integration is surprisingly ungainly, It's expensive for what it does, Verdict, Dont throw your stereo away just yet... or at least not until version 2.0...

The iPod Hi-Fi looks pretty good in the flesh, Really can fill your room with sound...
Audiophiles neednt lose any sleep over it, iPod integration is surprisingly ungainly, Its expensive for what it does...
One of the undoubted reasons for the iPods huge success is the growth of a so-called "iPod economy", a $1-billion dollar industry that specialises in making accessories for Apples digital music player.It would seem fair that as Apple effectively crea...

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alphr.com

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2013-11-01 22:15:47

Average rating:50

Some good design touches and decent sound quality, but a staggering price tag Apparently, Apple felt that third-party manufacturers were failing to meet the potential of the iPod as the primary music source of the home. The result, the iPod Hi-Fi, is...

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expertreviews.co.uk

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2013-11-01 22:15:47

Average rating:40

There are more iPod speaker docks than you can shake a stick at, but before the arrival of the iPod Hi-Fi it seemed Apple was content to leave them to third parties. The iPod Hi-Fis design is a matter of taste, but the unadorned, weighty block does...

avreview.co.uk

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2013-11-01 22:15:58

Average rating:80

The iPod Hi-fi is seen by many as the black sheep of the Apple family when it comes to design - but we e not so sure. In the flesh the iPod Hi-fi is somewhat more compact than it appears in its press shots and the simplistic design is actually very appeal...

Zdnet.com.au

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2013-11-01 22:16:02

Average rating:0

Joining the likes of Bose and Altec Lansing, Apple has released its own speaker unit -- the iPod Hi-Fi -- for the enormously popular iPod music player. Obviously, the idea of being able to play your extensive collection of iPod tunes for others in a v...

smarthouse.com.au

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2013-11-01 22:16:06

Average rating:0

We take a quick look at the brand new iPod Hi-fi in the SmartHouse offices, under Australian conditions, to find out if it indeed cuts the musical mustard. So Apple are hi-fi manufacturers now. OK, its called a Hi-fi. Would they lie to us? Initial...

goodgearguide.com.au

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2013-11-01 22:16:06

Average rating:40

Well, it took much longer than we expected, but Apple has finally decided to jump into the accessories market for their famous iPod. Enter the iPod Hi-Fi; a "crystal-clear, audiophile-quality sound in a clean, compact design." Well, at least thats wha...

Apple styling, Works with every iPod, Produces decent bass...
Sound quality, Price, Size and weight, Dock-insert removal The Final Word If the iPod Hi-Fi wasn’t marketed as producing audiophile-quality sound, then perhaps we’d be inclined to be a little more lenient. At this price, we can’t r...
If the iPod Hi-Fi wasn’t marketed as producing audiophile-quality sound, then perhaps we’d be inclined to be a little more lenient. At this price, we can’t recommend this system to anyone.

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gadgetguy.com.au

Updated:
2013-11-01 22:16:06

Average rating:80

While the excellent Bose SoundDock is a more compact option that also produces impressive sound, the iPod Hi-Fi is certainly attractive, very well designed and louder. Both have a similar price, but if you dont mind the extra space it requires, the iP...

Great sound, refined styling and top-notch iPod integration.
Much larger than other iPod speaker options.
While the excellent Bose SoundDock is a more compact option that also produces impressive sound, the iPod Hi-Fi is certainly attractive, very well designed and louder. Both have a similar price, but if you dont mind the extra space it requires, the iP...

stuff.tv

Updated:
2014-03-20 03:51:21

Average rating:60

Video review: Judged not only by its maker’s high standards, but also by its leading rivals’ efforts, this system is neither Apple nor hi-fi...

It’s from Apple. Really, really loud. Runs on batteries or the mains...
Not as refined as some rivals. Looks lack the Apple finesse...
Judged not only by its maker’s high standards, but also by its leading rivals’ efforts, this system is neither Apple nor hi-fi...

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theglobeandmail.com

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2014-03-20 03:51:21

Average rating:80

The freight train that is the iPod has become an outright phenomenon and put the fortunes of Apple back on track. Theres hardly a debate about that. But when you factor in how many third-party peripherals there are for iPods, on top of what Apple put...

avguide.com

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2013-11-01 22:15:38

Average rating:0

On Feb. 28, Apple Computer announced the iPod Hi-Fi, a remote-controllable powered stereo loudspeaker with integrated iPod docking port. With optional-but-necessary iPod (approximately $400), the $349 Hi-Fi is a complete compact audio system in the $7...

Upside: Most buyers won’t care about the iPod Hi-Fi’s lack of extended high frequencies or true deep bass. With compressed recordings via an iPod, it sounds decent as long as it isn’t turned up too loud. Its compact form and portability make it ideal f...

onheadphones.com

Updated:
2013-11-01 22:15:40

Average rating:70

Apple's iPod Hi-Fi loudspeaker system was designed to replace your two-channel home speaker system and while it does sound quite good, it really does not have enough aural prowess to replace any high-end system.Something very creepy happened during App...

Well built and easy to set-up. Works well with all iPod models and the remote is quite good. Can be used outside as long you don't mind the weight of the batteries. Sound quality is very good, but the top end has been lobbed off to protect you from the evils of MP3s. Will play very loudly.
Is not as good as Steve Jobs claims. With all of the batteries inside, it weighs far too much. Top end does not have enough extension. May encourage you to listen far too loudly. Soundstage width and depth suffers due to the design.
The iPod Hi-Fi is a credible desktop system that works very well with the iPod, but it is hardly the high-end audio system killer that Steve Jobs bragged about. It faces a lot of competition from Klipsch, Altec Lansing, Monitor Audio, and others...

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stuff.tv

Updated:
2013-11-01 22:15:41

Average rating:60

Video review: Judged not only by its maker’s high standards, but also by its leading rivals’ efforts, this system is neither Apple nor hi-fi...

It’s from Apple. Really, really loud. Runs on batteries or the mains...
Not as refined as some rivals. Looks lack the Apple finesse...
Judged not only by its maker’s high standards, but also by its leading rivals’ efforts, this system is neither Apple nor hi-fi...

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ubergizmo.com

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2013-11-01 22:15:43

Average rating:0

Last week, I was looking for a speaker system for my iPod, so I walked to the Apple Store on University Avenue and got an Apple Hi-Fi. I was looking for something with a clean design and sound quality. The Apple Hi-Fi seemed like the perfect candidate...

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macworld.com

Updated:
2013-11-01 22:15:44

Average rating:80

Apple made some big claims when it introduced the iPod Hi-Fi?by calling it an ?audiophile-quality? system, the company invited harsh criticism from audio geeks everywhere. Had the pitch instead been, ?We don?t think anyone else has done the all-in-one...

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thelobeandmail.com

Updated:
2013-11-01 22:15:46

Average rating:80

The freight train that is the iPod has become an outright phenomenon and put the fortunes of Apple back on track. Theres hardly a debate about that. But when you factor in how many third-party peripherals there are for iPods, on top of what Apple put...

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informationweek.com

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2013-11-01 22:15:49

Average rating:0

Historically, Apple Computer has had a fairly hands-off approach when it came to accessories for its venerable iPod. While offering a few essential attachments, Apple always seemed to stop short of encroaching on the third-party products coming from co...

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macenstein.com

Updated:
2013-11-01 22:15:52

Average rating:65

Despite all my criticisms, the iPod Hi-Fi delivers a great room-filling sound and decent bass, especially for an all-in-one unit. However, Apple’s claims that it is portable are more of a gimmick than practical. Just because it CAN run off batteries...

soundandvision.com

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2013-11-01 22:15:54

Average rating:0

Apples computers have always been audio- and video-friendly, but the company has mostly left the home entertainment part of the equation up to third-party developers. Although an Apple hard-disk video recorder or music server has seemed like an obvio...

maclife.com

Updated:
2013-11-01 22:15:56

Average rating:80

The Hi-Fi looks cool without its black-mesh covering. If you want a good-sounding iPod speaker system, you can spend as little as $149.99 for the Logitech mm50 (www.logitech.com) or as much as $399.99 for the Klipsch iFi (www.klipsch.com). The iPod...

Sounds good for its size. No power brick.
Pricey. No extra features or functions.
The Hi-Fis sound quality is good enough to earn it our Great rating, but we cant help thinking about how Awesome it could be with either a lower price or some innovative iPod-oriented features.

macnews.com

Updated:
2013-11-01 22:15:59

Average rating:65

The iPod Hi-Fi from Apple is described as a new high-fidelity speaker system that works with the iPod and a home stereo system. It’s a very nice package and will appeal to true iPod devotees. However, at US$349, it’s not something I personally...

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LordPercy.com

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2013-11-01 22:16:01

Average rating:0

Apple are a little late to the iPod speaker party, but their late entrant has raced to the front of the grid offering stunning sounds if not the most eye watering design. We put the iPod HiFi through its paces.

ipodobserver.com

Updated:
2013-11-01 22:16:03

Average rating:80

Apples entry into the "hi-fi" speaker market has not been met without skepticism. After all, the iPod Hi-Fis marketing materials would leave one to wonder if Apple has simply never heard of customers using their iPods with anything other than the bun...

pcmag.com

Updated:
2013-11-01 22:16:04

Average rating:90

It may not be exactly what people were clamoring for at Steve Jobs most recent media hypevent, but the Apple iPod Hi-Fi ($349 direct) is now part of Apples steadily growing repertoire of iPod accessories. I got my hands on one and took it for a spi...

Excellent sound quality. Can run on alkaline batteries or AC power. Optical and analog audio inputs.
Menu button on remote doesnt activate the iPods menu system. No video pass-through. Not available in all black.
Its no surprise that the new champ among iPod speakers/docks comes from none other than Apple. Its versatile and loud enough for almost any listening needs, though it lacks video output...

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ilounge.com

Updated:
2013-11-01 22:16:06

Average rating:60

In order to fully understand our perspective on Apple Computers new iPod Hi-Fi ($349), a new all-in-one speaker system with an iPod dock on top, youll need to put aside both the hype surrounding its announcement, and the highly critical response its...

(Click here for details.) Its no great shock that Apples kept iPod Hi-Fis controls incredibly simple: the only two buttons on its body are capacitive (touch-sensitive) plus and minus circles on top, directly in front of the Universal Dock. Theres a...
idering all of these factors, and despite its good (if warm) low-volume sound and strong performance at high volumes, iPod Hi-Fi falls somewhere in the middle of the semi-portable speaker pack. Because of its comparatively high price, staid design, and...
If sustained sound quality at high volumes was the only measure of a great iPod speaker system, ratings would be easy to assign, and iPod Hi-Fi would be at or near the top of the pile. In fact, the iPod-specific speaker market has grown so considerably...

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