SeekeriHome iW1
It’s a shame the portable and Apple AirPlay-equipped iHome iW1 speaker distorts at high volumes, but it’s not necessarily a deal-breaker if you don’t listen to music with deep bass.
-- As reviewed by PCMag
Product details
- Wirelessly stream music from iTunes, iPad, iPhone and iPod touch via Wi-Fi
- Play and charge your iPhone or iPod via USB port and included cable
- Easy network configuration with free iHome Connect app; Firmware upgradeable
- Bongiovi Acoustics DPS sound processing custom tuned to 4 speaker drivers; also has sleek backlit touch-sensitive Capacitive Touch control panel
- Internal rechargeable Lithium-ion battery; remote control, charging base and recessed handle for convenient portability
PROS
+ Portable.
+ Strong overall audio performance.
+ Integrates Apple’s AirPlay wireless streaming.
+ Also comes with cable for iPhone/iPad/iPod charging and direct playback.
+ Capacitive touch volume controls allow for quick volume changes.
CONS
- Distorts at high volumes on deep bass.
- Slighlty overpriced.
- Battery charging dock is awkwardly designed.
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By PCMag on October 05, 2011
It’s a shame the portable and Apple AirPlay-equipped iHome iW1 speaker distorts at high volumes, but it’s not necessarily a deal-breaker if you don’t listen to music with deep bass.
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