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Griffin releases the AirDock

While Griffin's new $70 AirDock might sound like it's a contender to the wirelessly syncing WiDock's throne, don't let its name fool you. It doesn't sport 802.11x for syncing with a Mac or PC, but it does include an RF remote for controlling the AirDock, even through walls (Infrared, like in the Apple Remote, needs a direct line of sight). It also has an A/V out port for running your iPod media out to an entertainment center, but it doesn't have any kind of on-screen menu navigation like the more powerful $129 TuneCenter accessory. The other decent advantage for its price, however, is the inclusion of Griffin's PowerBlock, their compact $30 AC-to-USB charger that should be able to sync nearly any iPod with a Dock connector, as well as the 1G iPod shuffle due to its USB interface.

The AirDock is shipping now, and more details are available at Griffin's site.

While Griffin's new $70 AirDock might sound like it's a contender to the wirelessly syncing WiDock's throne, don't let its name fool you....
 

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JD

Does that zig-zag remote arrangement make any sense in actual use? As much as I don't think Apple's remote is very ergonomic because of the size, at least the layout makes sense, even at a glance.

April 29 2007 at 2:57 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Galley

I scored a JBL On Stage II for $35 at Office Depot on closeout. Not only do you get an excellent portable speaker system and dock, but it uses the same RF remote.

April 29 2007 at 7:41 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
milkmage

@david s
well, if you're familiar with their line.. the remote 'dongle' you can use to control your ipod is called "AirClick" I guess they're just sticking with the convention

April 28 2007 at 8:14 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
davidnyc

I'm not sure I see the point of this product. You have to sync via cable. You can connect to your stereo--with a cable. Where does the "Air" part come in? The remote control? Seems almost like false advertising.

April 28 2007 at 7:23 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
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