IHOME IP1- How does this unit perform using streaming apps ? volume , quality compared to using IPOD: I use those apps alot and not so much the ipod feature and am concerned about the volume output, I work in a large warehouse and the others are...
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The original output is from the docked device but naturally amplified and controlled also from IP1. When you increase the volume with IP1, the source volume is increased. And yes, streaming radio quality is excellent. Nevertheless, the IP1 is not very very loud. Awesome sound quality, but not very loud...Besides, loud is relevant term for different people, and look also at the size of the device. If you really want loud system, they wont come a a small package like this one.
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You are wrong about the larger ipods not being ale to play books from sources other than Apple. I get two or three books a month from audible and they work great on my 60g ipod. The bookmarks work and I have no trouble at all. I have 69 books (including Atlas Shrugged at 55 hrs and The Fountainhead) and every album my wife and I own and haven't hit 15 gig yet.
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Thanks for the input folks. I finally gave up and bought an Ipod nano. It does great and makes my husband a very happy listener.
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I'm interested in the Apple iPod Shuffle 2GB strictly for listening to audiobooks from Audible.com. Is this a good choice and is 2GB enough storage and does it bookmark. I am new to these devices. I'd like the lowest price until I learn more about them. Also how do you charge it? And can I use a regular headset or does it have to be earbuds which I can't use with my hearing aid.sure would appreciate any and all help on this.
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cool thanks a bunch! Haven't ordered one yet, been reading the reviews first. I just got an I-touch and wanted something to listen to it on other than the earplugs. Has anyone tried the video output to the t.v yet?
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I have only used it on my Iphone and when I used it I only used it while recording. I am not sure how it will work on an Ipod touch and I dont know if sound can play through the speaker. I used it so it would pick up more sound but did not notice any difference when it was in or out. Sorry I cant be of more help with your actual question.
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I think that in order to find out how your specific radio would behave when connected to speakers via Bluetooth, you would want to call the manufacturer or try to Google info about your radio. What I can tell you from my experience is when I connect my iPod to my iHome speakers using DockBoss, the controls on my iPod work fine (there are no controls on the iHome because its just speakers). I also use the DockBoss to connect my iPod with a JBL Micro iPod player and I'm still able to use the controls on my JBL to control volume, etc. I will tell you that when I researched using my iPod via BlueTooth, I read a lot of comments where people lost some of their functionality of their systems when in BlueTooth mode - it wasnt specific to the DockBoss, but rather general comments about functionality with BlueTooth. In your case, I would focus on finding information about your specific radio and how it works when connected to an iPod via BlueTooth. Happy listening!
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Actually MUCH better. Audio on an iPod is compressed sound, but most audio from a home system is not. Plus, your home audio system has a much better amplifier, meaning less distortion in sound. So not only can you crank the volume louder, it will sound much better at both low and high volume than with an iPod. So yes, great headphones are even better with a home system. Hope this helps!
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My justification for iPod is the ease and convenience of content purchase, particularly video. iTunes is seamless in this regard, and I am able to purchse the sort of content I like (typically science and history documentaries) with ease. iTunes has a lot to choose from, and the iPod Touch is a great experience for this.
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Maybe you got too many apps open Boo. My 4G is pretty quick. Not my iPad quick, but fast enough. That said, I only use it for playing music off a dock these days. Even if I trade it in, it's still going to cost me $170. Maybe for people who actually play lots of games it's worth upgrading. Looks like music and movie based users won't find it worthwhile.
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Personally, I would rather have an independent sleep machine rather than one linked to an iPOD. However, try out the free app, and if it works for you, great. Since using my Nomad on the white noise setting, I don't hear cars on the driveway above me and people talking on the outside deck next door. The Nomad works great for me and I am going to buy another one to have in reserve because companies are always changing products that I like.
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Is realley quiet, i dont have problems with buzz o any else, tha think that i didnt like it, was the interface, I will prefer something where you can use any app to play music
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I have Ipod Classic. It works great. Good volume and clear sound for my aerobic class. Love it. I hope someone with Ipod touch will give you a 'Yes" as well.
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I was able to listen to my new IPOD on both the Sony ($199) and two Bose systems ($299 and $399) at our local Best Buy. I played the same music at low, medium and high volumes on all of them (which brought store management immediately). Both Bose systems sounded extremely good and could achieve slightly higher volume than the Sony. That said, the difference was almost undetectable in sound quality, and the Sony was louder than you could comfortably listen to in a normal room at home. The decision was a no brainer. I bought the Sony without hesitation because of price and additional features, and excellent sound quality and volume.
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No it not like an ipod. My son can do an ipod easy. I can too! There is no comparison to this product.
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Yes,...i do it all the time...I too have stopped using ipod. i just use a $6 cable from back of unit to top of my Android....set the unit to AUX (rather than ipod or FM)...and enjoy! It doesn't fit perfectly, but i lean it up and it's great. I'm happy.
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i was using an old iPhone as an iPod touch and a bose blue tooth speaker and it was decent but not as good. The nomad speaker points at the ceiling and fills the room better, disguises noise better.If the iPod works well for you, then why buy something else. But if you are still being interrupted from noises you might want to try getting a sound machine.