iPod Hi-Fi
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| Manufacturer | Apple Inc. |
|---|---|
| Type | Stereo speaker system |
| Release date | February 28, 2006 |
| Lifespan | 1 year, 189 days |
| Discontinued | September 5, 2007 |
| Connectivity | 30-pin dock connector, Combination auxiliary/mini-TOSLINK input |
| Dimensions | 17"Lx6.9"Wx6.6"H |
iPod Hi-Fi is a discontinued speaker system that was developed and manufactured by Apple Inc. and was released on February 28, 2006, for use with any iPod digital music player.[1] The iPod Hi-Fi retailed at the Apple Store for US$349 until its discontinuation on September 5, 2007.[2][3]
Accolades
[edit]The iPod Hi-Fi was praised for its big rich sound, bass response, ease of use, remote performance, and battery options.[4]
Criticism
[edit]The iPod Hi-Fi received criticism due to its high price,[5] lack of an AM/FM radio,[6] and the limited functionality of its remote control.[7]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Apple Announces iPod Hi-Fi". Apple. Retrieved November 20, 2014.
- ^ Schramm, Mike (September 5, 2007). "Bye bye, HiFi". Engadget. Archived from the original on November 23, 2014. Retrieved January 24, 2020.
- ^ Block, Ryan (September 6, 2007). "Apple Hi-Fi, RIP: 2006 - 2007". Engadget. Retrieved November 20, 2014.
- ^ Frakes, Dan (March 2, 2006). "Review: Apple iPod Hi-Fi".
- ^ Borland, John (February 28, 2006). "iPod Hi-Fi has big-sounding ambitions". CNET. Archived from the original on July 12, 2012. Retrieved March 1, 2006.
- ^ Guevin, Jennifer (February 28, 2006). "Bloggers underwhelmed by Apple announcements". CNET. Archived from the original on July 16, 2012. Retrieved March 1, 2006.
- ^ iPod Hi-Fi User guide. "Chapter 3, Using the Apple Remote, pages 20-21" (PDF). Apple.com. Archived from the original (PDF) on November 28, 2007. Retrieved May 25, 2007.
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External links
[edit]- CNET Review
- PC Magazine Review Archived April 14, 2009, at the Wayback Machine
- Stereophile Review
- Independent User Review Archived October 10, 2022, at the Wayback Machine