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Summary: A great product from Monster Cable.
Review: The Editorial Review and the "best FM adapter yet" review cover the bases well. The only conclusion I feel needs reinforcing is that this is a great solution for those who DO NOT have the option of directly plugging into their car system (the optimal solution). As a FM transmitter, this device is simple not capable of providing the sound quality of a "line in" digital feed, but WILL reproduce the sound quality of your best-reception FM station. This also means, however, that if you like your music at high volume levels as I do, a small amount of FM static may be amped up during the spaces between songs and other quiet moments. Also consider where you will put your iPod during driving. I have a convenient cup holder, and the cord length seems ample enough to reach just about any storage space in the driver/front passenger area of the car, but you may want to consider some sort of stand to protect and keep the iPod secure (I seem to remember seeing a cupholder stand for the iPod somewhere). ONE DESIGN NOTE: The top of 12V plug is slightly smaller than a silver dollar and approximately 1/4 inch thick, so if your 12V receptacle is in a cramped, recessed space, near a lip in the dash, or your dash slopes outward near the receptacle, you may run into problems getting the unit plugged in. Overall, this is a good solution and a good product that performs as advertised and is easy to use, with the quality you expect from Monster Cable.
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Summary: Does what it is supposed to do, but so do others
Review: This FM transmitter does what it is supposed to do, but so do all the other FM Transmitters. For example, the Belkin transmitters (ranging in price depending on features) broadcast the same quality for about half the price. The quality cannot exceed that which would be seen in a 96 kbps mp3 because of the inherent limitations of FM radio. That is the same quality that all FM Transmitters broadcast at. So know going into your purchase that if you buy an FM Transmitter for your mp3 player or cd player that you will be limited to radio quality output. Secondly, know that if you are investing in the iCarPlay that you are paying for the name, the size, and the cigarette-lighter plug. Knowing that information, I'll leave you free to make your own conclusion and decision.
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Summary: Good Quality, Good Signal, Good Design
Review: This is a top-notch, easy-to-use product which, from all I've been able to gather, functions far better than other iPod-compatible FM transmitters that are on the market right now. As with anything going through the airwaves, it has been no surprise that I've picked up a little bit of static on occasion. Generally speaking, however, the iCarPlay has delivered very clear, full-sounding audio (noticeably clearer than an average radio station), and I love the fact that it plugs into the iPod's dock connector, keeping it charged while also getting the best audio signal for broadcast. And of course, you can't beat the fact that the Monster logo on the 12V adapter and the radio tuner glow red when plugged in. Worried about finding an unused station in your area? Next time you're in your car, just check the FM stations that iCarPlay can use: 88.1, 88.3, 88.5, 88.7, 88.9, 89.1, 89.3, and 89.5. In my experience, even if one of the stations is receiving a weak signal, the iCarPlay shouldn't have any trouble blocking it out. Someday, our cars will all be Bluetooth-enabled so we can pile in our innumerable gadgets and they'll all connect to one another, creating a brilliant and convenient array of functionality and convenience. In the meantime, the iCarPlay FM Transmitter appears to be a great option for most everyone with an iPod (with dock) and car with FM radio tuner.
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Summary: Junk
Review: This is possibly the most frustrating piece of junk ever sold. I bought this for a long road trip, and believe me, by the end of the first day, we were ready to run over it, put the car into reverse, back over it again, and repeat. Not only will you constantly be switching FM stations, but the interference and white noise will drive you completely bats. The problem is that in most locations 90% of these frequencies are being used by other stations, so the iPod signal fades in and out. Either get some portable speakers or buy the cassette adapter. Conclusion: Monstrously Irritating and Annoying
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Summary: No need to be skeptical of this product.
Review: This product works great. I have had it for about a week now and have no prblems with it at all. The only thing you may want to do is play around with the settings on your car radio as well as your Ipod for maximum sound quality.
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