Dr Gadget - Gadget Shop - Logitech Pure-Fi Anywhere Speaker Dock - Black

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Batteries Included: 0 Binding: Electronics Brand: Logitech EAN: 5099206005068 Is Fragile: 0 Label: Logitech Manufacturer: Logitech Model: 984-000010 Publisher: Logitech Release Date: 2007-10-03 Studio: Logitech
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Spotlight customer reviews: Customer Rating: Summary: Does not work with iPod Classic Comment: I agonised for ages over buying this. Mainly, I was put off by reviews criticising the build quality. Having used other Logitech products (mice, keyboards and webcams), I am aware that they can sometimes feel a bit flimsy. In the end I was swayed by the fact that there really doesn't seem to be anything to rival this on the market. The closest thing I found was the Altec Lansing InMotion iM600, but that doesn't come with a travel case, is much bulkier, and has an FM radio and alarm clock which I don't need. So for a truly portable speaker set, with a Li-on rechargeable battery and a travel case into which it all neatly packs (adapter included), the PureFi Anywhere seemed the only choice. So I went for it. Out of the box, the first thing that struck me was the size. The travel case is quite long - you'll need a decent sized bag if you're taking it with you on a trip. But it's still a lot more portable, and practical, than any other solutions I've seen. As I suspected, the build quality isn't excellent. The unit feels quite cheaply made and the remote feels especially flimsy - mine was already scratched in the box and it rattles too. The sound quality, however, is excellent. Listening to it made the minor build issues seem irrelevant. Overall, I was very pleased. It doesn't sound quite as fantastic as a full hi-fi system. And nor does is sound quite as fantastic as the Bose SoundDock. But comparisons with the SoundDock are completely pointless: a Ferrari is better than a Ford, but they're not reviewed on the same page because they do different things. Unfortunately though, my unit seems to be faulty. It switches on by itself if you touch it or handle it while it's connected to the mains. Worse still, it appears that it doesn't actually work properly with my 160gig iPod Classic, despite advertisements to the contrary. I cannot use the shuffle and repeat functions via the remote control, or the speaker unit itself. And due to the way the iPod sits in the dock adapter, it's hard to operate the controls from the iPod itself without putting undue pressure on the connector (it feels like it could snap off), so you pretty much have to use the remote. It works fine with my wife's nano, so I suspect this is a problem specific to the classic. If this is the case, I'll be sorely disappointed because Logitech explicitly state that this set of speakers works with the iPod Classic. My unit is being exchanged because of the power fault. But it'll be going back permanently if the compatibility issue isn't also resolved. At this stage, it's hard for me to recommend this to anyone. It's a pity really, because yet again Logitech have come up with some really fresh, innovative design features to make their product stand head and shoulders above the competition, and then failed to follow through when it comes to production. Maybe they're setting their price point too low - I'd have been happy to pay £150 for this if the build quality and reliability were there. As it is I'm probably going to end up with a better quality, but less well designed product from someone else. Customer Rating: Summary: Good For Size, But No Bose / B&W Competitor Comment: I've been considering buying a sound dock for a while and have read loads of reviews. A few people compare this to Bose's SoundDock and say it's better, but I can't see how. I've listened to the Bose dock and it's sound is superior in every possible way. The only difference is, the cost. For a budget, travel speaker set, the Logitech is great. It packs neatly into it's case, comes with UK & US travel adapters, lasts ages on a charge and given it's price, you're not going to mind if it takes the odd knock. Sounds is average, it certainly has no real depth of bass and they distort at high volumes. If you keep the volume in the mid-range, they're fine, but if a bass heavy / loud track comes on, be prepared to reach for the volume control to turn 'em down! Don't get me wrong I'm glad I've bought them, because at this price, they are a good bit of kit. I'll use them in the garden / garage / on holiday and if an airline bagage handler dents them, then it's no big deal. If you're looking for a speaker set for your home that you can crank up at parties, this isn't the set for you. The Bose SoundDock is fantastic in that situation and gives great sound all night long and you won't need to turn them down to avoid distortion. Ultimately, I'd go for a B&W Zepplin, but like I say, that's not a fair comparisson as they're hardly portable and cost a fortune. Essentially, if you're looking for a portable budget set of speakers, these are worth every penny, but don't think you're going to wake the neighbours with your disco tunes! Customer Rating: Summary: Good Quality, Great Sounding Travel Speakers. Comment: Bought one of these directly from Amazon, UK spec so no issues with power adaptor. Using it with my iPhone and apart from a minor compatibility problem to do with volume (need to set volume on iphone to low to get best volume on speakers), working a treat. Built in rechargeable battery means these speakers will go almost anywhere. Remember these are travel speakers so don't expect thumping basslines, but as travel speakers go they are the best I have tried for under £100. Customer Rating: Summary: The best Hi-Fi ever owned! Comment: This really is an amazing piece of kit. I haven't used my iPod with my headphones once since buying this over six months ago. The sound is so rich and embracing with the four installed speakers especially when listening to deep sounding acoustic tracks. You could almost be mistaken for being at a live event when sitting about six feet away. The volume levels are also impressive. The only downside that I have found is that the remote control does not always work but I have no need for it. Customer Rating: Summary: Doesn't work with iPod Touch Comment: My husband bought me an iPod touch and this speaker system for Christmas. I run a baby music group so he thought it would a bit more upmarket (and easier to use) than my CD player! Unfortunately there are a few issues with compatibility when used with the Touch - sound can't be adjusted and the remote control skips two tracks rather than one each time. My husband contacted Logitech to see if they were able to address the problems but didn't even have the courtesy of a reply. 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Editorial Reviews: The compact Pure-Fi Anywhere loudspeakers from Logitech connect to your iPod and produce rich sound for all your music files, even when you're travelling!These portable loudspeakers have 5.1 cm active transductors and 7.6 cm pressure transductors for crystal-clear sound with deep bass. The Pure-Fi Anywhere loudpseakers are also equipped with a rechargeable battery and have a charge indicator light for powering your iPod?s own battery!Battery life: 10 hIncluded accessories: remote control, travel case, iPod adapters, mains adapter