Lets you play your music or charge your shuffle through many iPod-compatible accessories, so you can get the maximum in entertainment from your iPod shuffle
Doesn't need any settings changes or software installations, requiring you to simply attach one end to your iPod shuffle's USB connector and the other into your favorite device
Small, sleek and lightweight, this perfect complement to your Pod shuffle is compatible with chargers, FM transmitters, speakers and more
Does not work with accessories that use remote controls or buttons to control your iPod's functions
Works with both iPod and iPod mini accessories, and is backed by the Kensington 1-year warranty
KENSINGTON 33360 ADAPTER
A handy gadget for the right person,unfortunately not me. The adapter did not work for my purposes.
Works great
I have been using mine for over 18 months now - in the car with my FM transmitter to listen to my ipod shuffle. Works absolutely perfect!
Not appropriate for all applications
This adapter worked fine for charging and for sound output, but be aware of some key limitations:
1) This adapter is too large to fit into many docking stations. I found I could only connect it to other items using iPod cables.
2) Although it will charge and allow one to play music from the iPod, it doesn't provide full functionality. When I connected it to a computer, my Mac did not recognize the shuffle. This was the case whether or not I'd pre-launched iTunes.
So, if all you want to do is connect your shuffle to a car transmitter/charger or other cable-based device, this adapter is fine. If you want to use docks or make your computer-connected iPod cable do double-duty for your shuffle and for your other ... Read More
Fine for charging
Needed the adapter to charge my Shuffle, since the AC adapter I have is one of those older Apple ones with the Firewire connector. Suits my needs perfectly.
No experience with any sound docks, however, so I can't comment on the performance flaws other people have brought up.
Boo Hiss!
I purchased the Kensington Accessory Adapter to connect my iPod Shuffle to my Bose Sounddock while at work.
Used in this application, the adapter creates an annoying "hiss." Playing at a louder volume can drown out the hiss, but it's always there in the background.
