At a Glance
Expert's Rating
Pros
- IPod itself is a better “remote” than any add-on accessory
- Good sound quality with no static
- Excellent wireless range
- Includes multiple audio outputs
- Compact receiver
Cons
- Transmitter doesn’t automatically turn on when iPod playback begins
- Doesn’t provide video-output features of some other stereo-connection solutions
- Sound quality not quite as good as similar (but more expensive) competitor
- Non-functioning buttons on receiver
- Transmitter is bulky and fits some iPods poorly
Our Verdict
Wireless stereo connection system that lets you use your iPod as its own remote.
Logitech’s Wireless Music System for iPod is a welcome addition to the iPod accessory market, bringing the benefits of Bluetooth iPod-to-stereo connections to owners of all iPods — as well as any other device with a standard headphone minijack. You get static-free audio transmission with excellent range, even through walls, and simple plug-and-play setup. On the other hand, the Wireless Music System falls short of Belkin’s competing TuneStage in several areas; which you should choose depends largely on which iPod you’ve got.
–Dan Frakes