Altec Lansing inMotion iM7 Portable Audio System for iPod (White) by Altec Lansing Technologies
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Digital camera reviews of Altec Lansing inMotion iM7 Portable Audio System for iPod (White)
Digital camera Review: Altec Lansing inMotion iM7 Portable Audio System
Summary: 4 Stars
PRO:Great sound at reasonable price for my ipod.
CON: The remote keys too small and not very efficient
Digital camera Review: Altec Lansing inMotion iM7 Portable Audio System
Summary: 4 Stars
This system produces a very good sound but lacks a sophisticated style. Resembling a boombox it may appeal more to children than adults.Digital camera Review: Altec Lansing inMotion iM7 Portable Audio System
Summary: 4 Stars
This Stereo is well made, though at times my brand new iPod Video 30G "freezes" while playing music in the iM7. Neither the iPod nor the stereo ever leave my apartment. The portable carrying case on Amazon for this stereo, the one that covers the iM7 completely is close to $120.00 (8/07). This is highway robbery for a case to take the stereo on-the-go, even if the case is advertised as one made of "leather". A cheaper shoulder-harness for the stereo is about $40.00 as well, yet won't protect the iM7 from bumps to the facing of the product. For me, it is not worth the risk in damaging the player enroute to the beach, so I feel a bit stuck without a PORTABLE player as of now.
If you are looking for an iPod player that can sit on the mantle, or next to the computer, you may want to choose this one. Sound is great; though you may have to reset your iPod periodically.
Typical of electronics product design, one can tell Altec Lansing wanted to provide many options for the consumer with the design of the product; input jack, headphones and video port. Even the rubberized area in the center feels like a handle for carrying the stereo, yet something of this quality needs a protective case. I wonder if the company failed to contract adequately with another who could manufacture a quality case for the iM7 inexpensively. Or perhaps inventories of quality cases are limited, and Amazon holds their supplies in high esteem. To get the full potential out of the stereo, you may need to spend a lot more money in "accessorizing" for this stereo to take it with you in the car or on a vacation. I'm simply not going to spend an additional $120 (plus shipping) in order to take it around with me. I'm essentially any middle class American who wanted to be able to take a music player everywhere during my summer-- that hasn't happened because I don't want to break it.
I'm looking for a company who will go THE WHOLE WAY to make a customer happy and able to use the product the way it was designed, without charging another $100 plus in what I feel are additional fees for something that should have come with the player originally. Think on it.
Hope this review helps other consumers; and I hope Amazon can make cases for this player more available at a cheaper price. Go the whole way, Altec or Amazon, go the whole way!
Digital camera Review: Altec Lansing inMotion iM7 Portable Audio System for 3G, 4G iPod Photo & iPod Mini
Summary: 5 Stars
This Audio System is not only fabulous, but it is ~$80 cheaper than the Bose system. You can adjust the treble and base, and the sound quality if fantastic. Plus it can be portable (battery operated). I highly recommend this product to anyone with an iPod.Digital camera Review: Altec Lansing inMotion iM7 Portable Audio System is AMAZING!
Summary: 5 Stars
Guys/Gals,
The Altec Lansing inMotion iM7 Portable Audio System is truly amazing for the price point. Hec, I think the BOSE and other more expensive units CANNOT compair against it. My son set this up and called me into the room and clicked Play on the remote. I could not believe my ears! All the negative feedback (which is few and far inbetween) is just not an accurate description if taken in context. For about $150 bucks this unit is just unequal in sound and clarity. In high volume (I want that nice volume for my Latin Jazz tunes) it does a great job. We played John Mayer's Continuum at our family BBQ and everyone could not believe the great sound this unit generates. The first thing out of there mouth was... WOW! Another thing, the bass and midrange on this baby is just outstanding! Again, if you want a great sounding unit at a great price, this is the unit for you. Just check it out and you will hear what I am talking about. Amazon is great at making sure you are 100% satisfied. (Man - do I sound like a sales person or what?) I am really impressed.
I hope this helps those that, like me, are a little hesitant because of all the low quality junk that is out there and being promoted as a value. THIS IS BOTH A FANTASTIC SOUND AND A GREAT VALUE. Thanks to the folks at Altec Lansing for putting out a great product!
Just one beware: The first units that were released had a problem with the latching component that closes the enclosure the holds the iPod. This has been fixed after a recall. Be careful with the untis on eBay because most of the units sold there indicate they suffer from this problem in small print when they are honest. In my opinion, Amazon is the best place to purchas a new one. PEACE!