GPX iLive ISPK2806 iPod Speakers with Remote Control & Dock for iPod, Mini, Shuffle, and Nano (1G) by iLive
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Digital camera reviews of GPX iLive ISPK2806 iPod Speakers with Remote Control & Dock for iPod, Mini, Shuffle, and Nano (1G)
Digital camera Review: Immediate problems
Summary: 1 Stars
1st attempt: The remote didn't work right out of the box; it would not advance music (on/off/volume did work).
2nd attempt: Skipping remote and using iPod functions, unit worked OK. Sound was OK quality.
3rd attempt: Could not get unit to turn on by pushing power button on unit. Took about 20 pushes to get it to go on. Once it was on, couldn't get volume buttons on unit to function, again, until they were pushed repeately. Finally volume went on, but after about five seconds of play the volume decreased BY ITSELF to inaudible range. This occurred repeatedly...I would get the volume to go up by repeatedly pressing the volume up button, it would play for a few seconds, then the volume would fade out by itself.
Giving up, I tried to turn the power off by hitting the power button on the unit. It would not shut off despite repeated attempts. Finally I had to resort to unplugging the unit from the outlet. I will not be plugging it in again.
Digital camera Review: Audiophiles beware!
Summary: 3 Stars
Looking for a relatively cheap ipod speaker dock, I chose this one since it looked fairly attractive and simple. The quality of the main dock is not bad at all. Fit and finish is on par with the more expensive docks, however, the remote is absolute garbage.
By no means is this a terrible dock physically, but the sound quality has left a lot to be desired in my opinion. The dock sounds kind of like low quality computer speakers at best. Very hollow and flat sounding with little fidelity. this was a major disappointment to me. Because of that, I usually only listen to podcasts on it. (Which is fine since I love my podcasts also.)
I would say buy it if you plan on sticking it in the garage, or other work area, but don't use it as your main external speaker source for the ipod if it's going into the living room, or somewhere other people might hear it.
Digital camera Review: Good speakers
Summary: 4 Stars
I really like this speaker system because it doesn't take up much space. The sound is really good too. Digital camera Review: Great, loud sound!
Summary: 4 Stars
This little speaker system has a great sound quality and is actually very loud. It is perfect for use in the home or office. Digital camera Review: Works fine but not for bedroom. It glows very brightly when off.
Summary: 2 Stars
This works well for the price but the very bright blue lights are beyond annoying. I have this in my bedroom and have to unplug it at night or it lights up the entire room. Wish there was a way to remove the lights. Thinking of trying to smash them.