Portable Sound Lab Handheld Speaker Case for iPod (Black) by Portable Sound Lab
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Digital camera reviews of Portable Sound Lab Handheld Speaker Case for iPod (Black)
Digital camera Review: Big, heavy and clunky (especially as a complement to a Nano 3 G).
Summary: 3 Stars
Upon noticing that color preference accounted for as much as a twenty-dollar spread between the low and high price ends of these iMainGo Portable Sound Lab speakers, I had little trouble deciding on a color (some non-Amazon dealers are asking twice as much for the same speakers). Now that I have them, I'm not sure I want them (I certainly don't need them):
The Good: 1. The sound is rich, full, and loud in the mid-range register (nothing special in the treble and, especially, bass range); 2. If you have an iPod with alarm, this unit has the power to blast you to your senses; 3. It integrates your iPod and speakers in a single, stable case that can be carried on a wrist strap or tossed into a brief case.
The Not-so-good: 1. The 4 required AAA batteries are a bit awkward to squeeze into the battery compartment. 2. Packing your particular iPod into place requires binding it with indecorous straps. 3. The materials are a grotesque mix of shiny faux satin, shiny black plastic, and faux black velvet. 4. Upon opening the case, the user is greeted by nothing but the aforementioned materials plus a migraine-inducing light. 5. The unit is actually too heavy to be worn on a belt loop or strung around the owner's neck; 6. The transparent plastic front, though it protects the iPod and permits operation of the controls, feels like a Trojan obstruction between the owner and his nifty instrument.
The Truly Bad: The unit is larger (and heavier) than expected, all but neutralizing the size advantages of a 3rd-generation Nano iPod. In fact, this thing seems like an utter regression. I may as well have ordered a boom box! The trade-off (better audio in exchange for a clunky, not-so-portable device) simply isn't worth it.
I have another unit similar to this, the iSoundz wallet, which is sleeker and more practical, but the company has folded. If like me, you occasionally wish to use your iPod without the ear buds, I recommend something like the JBL On-Tour Portable System (big markdowns recently). If you wish to use your iPod on the go without ear phones, take a look at the Saitek-100 speaker, which is flat enough to slide easily into a pocket yet puts out sound equal if not superior to the iMainGo, offers easier battery replacement, and includes a connector that's tailor-made for a Nano 2 or 3g.
The iMainGo is another impulse purchase that gets returned. As long as Amazon keeps the prices nice and permits easy returns, I'll remain a loyal customer.
Digital camera Review: Bought at Gift, fathers day.
Summary: 5 Stars
Bought this as a gift for my dad on Father's Day. He loves to put it on outside while he is grilling or doing work in the yard. He is not a very "tech-y" guy but he has an iPod. He was able to use this item and absolutely loves it.Digital camera Review: Brilliant sound
Summary: 5 Stars
Impressive sound. Owned other portable speakers before and none of them can hardly match it.Digital camera Review: Compact but full sound
Summary: 5 Stars
Great sound comes from this compact little system. Your ipod fits on one side and can be adjusted thru the clear plastic front of the speakers. It fits snuggly and securely with the help of the foam strips and velcro strap. We've taken it camping and also just on the backyard deck. I've got to download more songs on my ipod as we use it more and more often. Great price too.Digital camera Review: Cool portable iPod speaker
Summary: 5 Stars
iMainGo's iPod speaker is well made and totally handy for traveling, outdoor functions and plain fun to use. The see through screen is smart because one can use it in the case and it's completely protected from water, dirt.. etc. Hopefully, these folks will come out with other colors (perfect gift item).