However, we all know (us Apple customers and users) that we enjoy purchasing a little bit of everything for our iPods and iPhone (big stereo speakers, small radio alarm clock, cases, headphones, auto integration and many others). Probably this is what potential buyers like about Apple products (all Apple products are recognized world wide from car builders to headphones manufacturers). The partnership between Apple and Bose goes for some years now. Bose Sound Dock Portable Music System is one of the best selling accessories produced by Bose for iPod (but iPhone compatible).
The design of this portable system is remarkable. Although it already has a few years it is still modern and sleek. It has a slim profile and it is offered in three colors (black, grey, and white). The system is made entirely out of plastic. However, in terms of build construction you will not be disappointed. Everything is well build and offers a solid feel. You don't actually get keys on the system, because everything is controlled by the infrared control remote (with the following keys, off, play, mute, increase volume, decrease volume, two playlist select keys, forward button, and reverse select).
The dimensions of this system are impressive, with a height of 6.75 inches (17.5 cm), wide of 12.06 inches (30.7 cm), and deep of 6.06 inches (10.3 cm), the Bose Sound Dock Portable Music System weight about 2.4 kg (5.2 lbs) including the battery. Once you have unboxed the package you will need to release the dock frame. In order to do that, you need to press and release the right side of the dock frame. The dock will automatically swing out to the left. Your system is almost ready to use depending on the iPod you have. On the back side of the system you will get a 3.5 mm mini plug in case you want to connect another iPod, or device to the sound system.
The Sound Dock performs better than you could imagine. It offers a great sound with a middle bass influence of 10 kHz. In the sound department, the Sound Dock provides good quality sound above 80 Hz, for its range. Bose offers a Lithium Ion battery that should provide almost three hours of music playback. However, if you listen to lower volume levels the Bose Sound System will deliver more time in music playback. You don't have to worry about consuming the iPod or iPhone battery either.
The Bose Sound Dock Portable Music System recharges the battery of your Apple device once you have connected it to the System. The only buttons you are going to get on the Bose speakers are the touch sensitive volume control keys. Bose ships the Sound Dock Portable digital music system with a power supply adapter, a power supply, and a remote control. Overall Bose Sound Dock Portable Music System offers good features and a solid design. Unfortunately for a device that is been on the market for a few years its price is too high ($399.95) for what if offers (only music playback, no LCD display, no radio stations no other attractive features).