Marware Sportsuit Relay Case for iPod nano 3G and Nike Plus (Black) by Marware
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Digital camera reviews of Marware Sportsuit Relay Case for iPod nano 3G and Nike Plus (Black)
Digital camera Review: Does the job perfectly
Summary: 5 Stars
I love this little case. It fits the new nano and wireless sensor perfectly. Plus, you get the little "sock" to fix the transmitter on your shoe. As a runner, I am happy to be able to use the Nike+Ipod with my current running shoes. My only complaint is that it is a little difficult to insert and remove the Ipod from the case -- but once it's in, it's totally secure.Digital camera Review: Does the job, but feels cheap, lets in moisture
Summary: 2 Stars
After doing a lot of research I decided on the Marware Sportsuit Relay for my Nano. I chose it on several criteria
1) had to allow for the Nike Plus adapter
2) needed to be versatile (fits wrist or arm)
3) needed to keep moisture out (fails at that)
4) needed to be easy to use and relatively durable
So far I have mixed feelings.
On one hand it stays on my arm/wrist, the scroll wheel is reasonably accessible through the plastic cover, it's pretty comfortable to wear, and easy to get iPod in and out after a couple times using it.
Downsides are it allows moisture in the back so the iPod has to be constantly removed to dry (which I wanted to avoid), the quality can only be described as cheap feeling - especially the tacky patent number on the back of the product showing through the plastic window when no iPod is in it, and it doesn't provide any headphone cord management (although I rig mine through the strap it doesn't always stay).
Overall this is a usable device and it's not bad enough for me to replace it with something else (mostly because I don't think there's anything really better out there on the market sadly), but I wouldn't recommend it either. Sadly the Nano is now in a 4th generation so I doubt there will be any new great cases coming out for the 3G.
Digital camera Review: Functional
Summary: 3 Stars
There are not a lot of good options for the new Ipod Nano video yet, and even fewer for the Nano with Nike+ installed. This case does adequately hold and protect the Nano. It is made as a wrist case though and comes with a short adapter to fit around your upper arm. The velcro on this is not the strongest though and you will sometimes get separation. If you want to use it as a dedicated upper arms case the best thing is to put a couple stitches through it to hold the extension on.
The other problem I had with this case is it is incredibly difficult to use the controls through the plastic protector. This isn't a big deal if you listen to music while you run, maybe a skipped song while you are trying to change your run data or change the volume. If you listen to longer audio tracks, like Audiobooks it can be a real pain. It is hard to find you place in an hour long track in the middle of a run.I have learned to set it and leave it because of this. The Sportsuit Relay is better than anything else I have yet found, so long as you understand its shortcomings up front.
Digital camera Review: GREAT DEAL!
Summary: 5 Stars
This product exceeded my expectations! When I ordered this product I thought...MAKE SURE YOU GET AN ARM BAND THAT WILL FIT THE NEW NANO and THE WIRELESS RECEIVER...that was my only criteria.
Then when I receive the package I was VERY happy to see that a shoe wallet came with it (when I switch shoes between back to back runs) and that the band can fit not only on my upper arm, but on my wrist! I LOVE THAT PART! It's easy to see and move the wheel while walking...while running it is more difficult.
Couldn't be happier with this item and HIGHLY recommend it to my fellow running friends!
ALMOST ONE YEAR LATER!
I've been running a lot and I haven't had any problems with this arm band falling apart or anything, BUT...
I'm running about 10 miles every weekend during the hot days of summer and humidity...I guess with all my sweat soaking through the arm band to my iPod...it doesn't work any more. I'm so sad and frustrated! My screen on my iPod just flickers and I've done everything they say to do for home repair. I can't find my receipt to prove I bought it to be able to take it into the Apple Store/Genius Bar. UGH!
Anyone want to donate an iPod to me?
Digital camera Review: Good product
Summary: 4 Stars
Most of the cases I found were for the nano 2G so this was a good find. And the product itself is excellent. Can be worn on the wrist or arm (handy extender is included) and the ear phone port lines up where it's supposed to. This also comes with a holder for the transmitter so you don't have to buy the special Nikes made specifically for the iPod. I'm very particular about my running shoes so this is a nice bonus. The only negatvie so far (and the reason it's 4 stars instead of 5) has to do with controlling the iPod wheel - it's sometimes difficult through the cases plastic cover. Other than that I really like this equipment.