In case you missed them, here are the most recent product reviews published by Playlist . (For a complete list of reviews, check out the
Playlist Product Guide.)
Accessories
iLuv i1055 ( ): This portable video player designed for watching DVD videos and video from fifth-generation iPods features better-than-good functionality that’s marred by poor design. Although I enjoyed watching videos on this machine, I quickly tired of its awkward interfaces and was frustrated by its terrible remote.—JEFF MERRON
Philips DCP750 ( ): With this player that allows you to dock fifth-generation iPods to view their content, Philips seems to have done just about everything right, including choosing an attractive price point. Although not cheap, at $150 the DCP750 definitely gives you your money’s worth.—JM
Car Audio
Belkin TuneDeck for iPod nano ( ): If you’ve got a nano and a car with cassette deck, this cassette adapter is a great choice; it sounds great, is well-designed, and rids your car of the cable clutter associated with traditional cassette adapters.—DAN FRAKES
Headphones
V-Moda Vibe ( ): If you’re in the market for in-ear headphones, but find true in-ear-canal models to be too uncomfortable (or too isolating), give the Vibe a try. At $100, these are the most expensive canalbuds we’ve tested, but they’re comfortable, sound great, and are among the most attractive headphones you’ll find anywhere.—DF
Speakers
Kensington FX 500 ( ): Although this iPod speaker system is limited in both features and audio quality, its durability alone will make the FX 500 attractive to outdoor and active types who are more concerned that their iPod and speakers survive the trip.—DF
LaCie FireWire Speakers ( ): As the name suggests, these unique-looking compact speakers connect via FireWire. You can get considerably better sound quality—and save your FireWire port for data—via a similarly-priced subwoofer/satellite speaker system. But if you’re looking for today’s equivalent of Apple’s Harman-Kardon-designed Pro speakers, LaCie’s FireWire speakers are your best options—and they sound better, too.—DF
