Binding: Electronics Brand: Apple EAN: 0718908638569 Label: Apple Computer Manufacturer: Apple Computer Model: M9467G/A Number Of Items: 1 Publisher: Apple Computer Studio: Apple Computer
Features:
Optional FireWire and USB 2.0 dock for iPod mini
USB 2.0 connection is for Windows PCs only
Synch in a simple, one-step operation
Includes a stereo line out, so you can connect it to powered speakers
Product DescriptionThe optional FireWire and USB 2.0 dock makes charging and synching a simple, one-step operation. There's even an audio line out port for connecting to powered speakers or a home stereo.
What Others Say
Works as specified
I'm, late to the game (see date ordered) BUT I only paid $4.50 for mine, brand new. Apple doesn't make the mini anymore but I had one that was barely used and needed it for powered speakers and it works great for that. It does what it was made for and at this price it was a no-brainer. As mentioned in earlier comments the mini came with all the cables needed. Looks good sitting on top of my desk or next to my speakers. Buy one if you have a mini. Check out the "new and used" link and you will find other vendors selling this for $4.25 on up, NEW and made by Apple!!
Essential Accessory
My ipod mini looked sad on my desk until I got the dock, and now it is displayed proudly, like the beautiful piece of industrial design that it is.
A classy product that does exactly what it needs to do.
This is well designed product that fits the iPod mini perfectly, and allows it stand upright so it doesn't get banged around etc. while syncing or charging.
I bought two - one is attached to my stereo system and used as a standalone charger (and for playing music through the stereo), the second sits next to my Palm cradle and attaches to my USB 2.0 hub for syncing my iPod.
No gripes whatsoever, it is a very good looking product. I initially bought a third party cheaper product, the opening for the iPod is too big (though it works), it was clearlu designed to be used for the larger iPods - and it has an annoying LED that can't be turned off. Not very nice to have in a room where people sleep.
USB 2.0 fully supported on the Mac
The product description is incorrect, USB 2.0 works fine on the newer Macs that have such ports. It's overpriced; buy a gently-used one.
Must have for home stereo use
The price could use being a tad lower, but price aside, the product is excellent.
It's stylish in it's looks, which complement the Mini very well
it's practical as it provides a safe place to keep the Mini so it's always charged
It provides a great line-out connection for connecting to a home stereo (much better than hooking into the headphone jack)
In order to use the mini for those purposes you will also need some sort of dock-connector charger (I bought an off-brand charger off Amazon, works great), and a stereo-minijack to RCA (or whatever connector your hifi system has) cable as well.
