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When the iPod was first released, most viewed it as a personal music player for traveling, working out, or other "individual" activities. But that all changed when people started storing their entire music collections on their iPods and doing away with CDs entirely. Among the many product categories that emerged in the aftermath was the iPod-specific speaker system, which lets you listen to your entire iTunes library out loud but without sacrificing portability. The jWin I177BLK is the latest incarnation--a user-friendly, compact speaker system that looks somewhat like a clock radio (and functions like one, too), but stands ready to deliver deep, rich audio playback. The powered system is outfitted with a dock on the top surface that holds many iPod models. The dock not only grips the iPod in an easy-to-access location, making it a breeze to find specific songs or hit shuffle, but it also charges the iPod while in use. As a result, you can remove the iPod from the dock right before working out and it'll still be fully charged, even after playing through the speakers for an entire afternoon. Even better, the I177BLK isn't restricted to the iPod, as it also connects to other USB-equipped personal MP3 players. Households with several personal music players won't be left out of the playback loop. The system's audio performance is warmly satisfying thanks to jWin's Aura acoustic technology, which adds depth and clarity to the music reproduction. And even though the system is built for digital music files, it also includes a built-in clock, a dual alarm function, and an AM/FM _radio with PLL digital tuning technology. The radio makes the unit ideal for bedrooms, offices, and other locations where an alarm comes in handy. Listeners even have their choice of waking to the iPod, the radio, or a buzzer. Additional features include a user-friendly backlit LCD screen, a precision volume control that ensures a comfortable sound level, a remote control for maximum convenience, and an external loop antenna that improves the AM reception. The I177BLK, which comes in a sleek black housing that measures 11.25 by 3.12 by 6.75 inches (W x H x D), is backed by a one-year warranty on parts and labor. What's in the Box
I177BLK speaker system, remote control, iPod adapters, external AM loop antenna, user's manual.
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 Great Item!! Better than the rest! |
| Review Date: September 18, 2006 |
| Reviewer: Ashley, Baltimore, MD |
| I spent a lot of time deciding whether to buy an iluv, iboom, iblast, ihome...you name it, I've condisered it. I went with the iluv because it had the most pro's over con's. Yes, the remote does not work very far away, but the display is great. It has 3 adjustable dimmers, plus a completly dark mode. Two seperate alarm settings, in case you have 2 people that need to wake at different times. The only thing I would change is that the display (time, date, radio station) is only viewable while the unit is plugged in. Even if you have the 2 double A batteries in the system, it will only stay lit while its plugged in. The instructions say the batteries are for storm back up. Also, the volume has to be at a minumun of 10 on the alarm. Its not to to loud, but I like to wake up to it a little bit quiter. No biggie. If you loose the remote (which is VERY tiny, probably the length of a middle finger and the thickness of a toothbrush) the function buttons are located on the unit, which is always a good thing. Other than these few and minor imperfections, it is a wonderful unit for the money and I would definatly recommend it. |
This one gets it right!
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| Review Date: August 28, 2006 |
| Reviewer: D. Ames, Texas |
I've been looking at the IH5 from Ihome for months. After reading reviews, I put off buying it hoping ihome or another company would improve on it. I looks like the makers of iluv looked at the reviews and took them to heart in designing the I177. Where the IH5's display could light up a room, the I177 has an adjustable display, including a completely dark setting. Where some complained that the IH5's wake volume was too loud, you can set the wake volume on the I177. Where the IH5's remote was optional, the I177's remote was included standard. The sound is very good for a clock radio. All in all, I'm very satisfied with this purchase and spent $25 less than what I would've spent on the IH5. Glad I waited.
The only negative I noticed was that the ipod insert didn't fit my 5G ipod. In the manual, it mentions that this is subject to availability, which I've heard can take a while. Fortunately, the insert that came with my ipod fit perfectly. Problem solved. So for those waiting, you can order it from apple if iluv is backed up. |
They were wrong!
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| Review Date: August 29, 2007 |
| Reviewer: M. Sobolewski, mt. pleasant, mi |
| I ordered the iLuv after a long debate with myself. After reading all of the reviews left for it, it seemed that many people had the same complaints: dimmer too bright, a noticable humming, and the iPod video didn't fit. Well, they were ALL WRONG!! This radio sounds great. It is very clear and sounds the same as it does on the headphones. Sure, there's not a lot of bass, but I have never heard a radio that size that did. For it's size, it is definitely the best sounding radio I have owned. The dimmer might be a problem, if you have it right in front of your eyes! My room is in a basement, where it is very dark and the dimmer has not yet been a problem. There are 3 levels an an off option. In my opinion, there is no way this could be a bother. As for the fit of the iPods, the radio comes with interchangable docks for EVERY iPod. For the video, there is a card with tabs to make the 20 GB dock work with the video. And as an added bonus, there is an AUX space and video out to the TV!! If I were you, I would definitely get this radio!! |
Nice Product which supports Nano and Video Ipod
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| Review Date: June 29, 2006 |
| Reviewer: The Wanderlust Cook, |
| I wanted a small unit to play my daughter's Ipod Nano and also provide an am/fm radio and alarm clock. This fits the bill at a reasonable price. (In fact, I paid higher at Smart Bargains so the Amazon price is very good.)It supports her Nano and my Video Ipod so I don't know why the earlier review has a problem. Perhaps so pieces were missing. The sound quality of the speakers is decent -- not Bose but I didn't expect that quality at this price. I wish Bose would make such a unit. I may buy this for myself so I can listen to my audiobooks in the evening without wearing my headphones. For the price level and features offered, I give this unit 5 stars. |
Does Not Charge 1st, 2nd, 3rd Gen iPods,
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| Review Date: November 23, 2007 |
| Reviewer: Frank J. Wilson, Forest Hill, Maryland |
| I searched around and decided to go with the iLuv i177 because of the reviews. When I received it I set it up and noticed that it was not charging my iPod. When I went to the trouble shooting guide on page 17 of the owners manual it stated that the i177 will not charge 1st, 2nd or 3rd Gen iPods. However if you read the description of this product it states that it charges all iPods. I sent Amazon an email to let them know this issue so others will not think this model will charge their older iPods. On the up side, the sound is quite good. I like the ability to turn off the time display light and while the remote is small it is handy. I would recommend the i177 to anyone who has at least a 4th Gen iPod. This is why I gave it 5 stars. The description is misleading however the product works well. |
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