Macally PodWave Portable iPod Stereo Speakers

Rating:
Summary: Little To No Volume
Review: I just received this unit to use with my Creative MuVo TX FM. I'm a backpacker and wanted something lightweight to use when I'm backpacking with friends. My expectaions are not high for a tiny speaker as I have used tiny transistor radios in the past and realize you sacrifice sound quality for portability. However there just was not enough volume for it to be of any use. It might be better with the iPiod whcih may have a stronger amplifier. I might try a headphone amplifier but not sure it's worth investing any more into it. I have a $3.99 Tech-Link powered speaker which of course has poor sound quality but I least I can hear it from 3 feet away. Still searching!

Rating:
Summary: You get what you pay for
Review: If you're looking for something compact that matches your ipod and is very portable...this may be the option for you. Just be prepared to sacrifice sound quality for portability. I think my game boy speakers sound better than this...but it looks cute and works for the purpose I am going to need it...probably at work at my desk. The plug's connection is not very good, so I always feel like it's going to fall out. It's always moving all over the place. I think this is because of the hold switch on the ipod. It would have been better if Macally had built in a small groove in the bottom that could fit the hold switch. This would make it more flush with the unit and also help hold it in place. Right now I can spin mine like a beanie hat.

Rating:
Summary: Too Quiet!
Review: It looks cool, but sounds terribly quiet. When you max out the volume the sound distorts.

Also, if you have any sort of case for your iPod, the PodWave will not sit flush and will not make a full contact. Additionally, it 'spins' easily and loses contact that way. But here's the worst part; If youre playing a song and you lose contact, the iPod pauses your music!

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Rating:
Summary: iPod speakers
Review: The main reason that I am keeping these is because of their novelty and convenience. Even cranked up, they're not very loud. At just over $30, the sound quality is fair to good at best, as significant distortion occurs whenever any bass or volume aspects are introduced. The poorer your download source, the poorer the quality of sound. If you are having a beanie baby party, these would make a great boombox; otherwise, they are pretty cool to schlep around in your pocket to use as needed. They will work with most devices and are best used on your desk or table. However, don't expect Bose quality!

Rating:
Summary: Limited sound solution
Review: Volume on this is REALLY low.
This would be expected from a AA battery with two thumbnail sized speakers strapped to it.

Turning volume up full will cause distorted sound.

It can be adequate if you are alone in a quiet place. Ultra portable sound solution.