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Monster iCarPlay Wireless: iPod car accessory
updated 03:10 pm EST, Mon December 15, 2003
Monster iCarPlay Wireless
Monster Cable's is an FM transmitter for "3G" (third-generation) iPods. The device will transmit music from your iPod to your (car) radio, while simultaneously charging the iPod. It features one-button FM channel selection with eight available channels, a Smart Digital Charger for fast iPod charges and maximum battery life, and 24k gold contacts for maximum corrosion resistance and power transfer. It is available now for $70.
lame...
12/15, 06:24pm reply
Although thoughtful, doesn't the ability to charge your iPod make the wireless feature kind of pointless? Maybe 1 less wire (tape adapter) but still you are teathered. Does it work without having to be plugged into the lighter socket?
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Quality
12/31, 12:52am reply
The best feature about the iCarPlay is the sound quality. To me it sounds better then the other transmitters but I just figured it was because it gets its power from the car and not from the iPod or a low power battery. My only complaint is that their isn't an adapter for the house when I take to a friends.
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Don't Buy One
01/23, 06:08pm reply
I wish I could give a glowing testimonial, but I cannot. Since I have no experience with either the Belkin or iTrip transmitters, I am unable to give a comparison. However, if the iCarPlay is the best available, then the state of iPod FM transmission is poor indeed. The sound is muted and cluttered with static, no matter which of the eight preset stations is tried. If you are lucky you might enjoy a song or two without interference, but I must say that I have been terribly disappointed with this product. It is not a total wash-out because of the battery charger, but I am not making any plans for the iCarPlay to be part of my regular traveling routine.
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