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Manufacturer: Xtreme Accessories, LLC. (XtremeMac) Part number: IA-AIR-00
- CNET Editor rating: Not yet rated
- Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 6 reviews
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- Description:
- AirPlay is the first and only iPod-powered FM Transmitter that works across the full FM frequency band without the need to install software. Allowing iPod users to play audio wirelessly from their iPod through any FM radio, AirPlay is perfect for use in automobiles, especially those without a cassette player or auxiliary input jack. AirPlay matches iPod's ease-of-use. Plug ... Read more
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CNET editors' take
XtremeMac AirPlay FM Transmitter price range: $45.00
- Reviewed by: CNET staff and CNET staff
- Reviewed on: 01/06/2006
User reviews
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Good product, if you don't live in or near the city
by The Rupp on April 6, 2005
Pros: Compact; backlit; fits in seamlessly with the iPod mini; matches iPod; good transmission quality.
Cons: Small = easy to lose to some of us; will only tune as low as 88.1; difficult to find an open frequency.
Summary: (Review is based off of a car stereo)
Most of the time I'd try to steer clear of an FM transmitter, but there really aren't a whole lot ...Summary: (Review is based off of a car stereo)
Most of the time I'd try to steer clear of an FM transmitter, but there really aren't a whole lot of other options out there without an aftermarket car stereo. The AirPlay was a pretty nice piece of equipment, if you can find an open frequency and you don't have a tremendously powerful radio antenna (I drive a Lexus and live in Chicago... bad combination of a powerful antenna and no open radio frequencies.) Most radios will tune as low as 87.5 or so, but unfortunately (in my case, anyway), this unit only goes to 88.1. It does fit the iPod mini seamlessly; the curved edge and thickness match up without a glitch, and still allow the “Hold” switch to be accessed and used. The AirPlay does cut down the battery life, so I wouldn’t recommend it for a long road trip unless you brought along a charger. Although small, the LCD is backlit blue (which doesn’t match the iPod’s white backlighting, if you’re picky) and relatively easy to read.
The bottom line: try to find an open radio frequency before buying (search around the 88-89.X and 107.X range, there usually aren’t a whole lot of radio stations occupying those frequencies). If you can find one, go for it.2 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Horrible Sound
by tommyvargas on July 20, 2005
Pros: Easy to use
Cons: horrible sound
Summary: It is an easy to use device but the high pitch sound is very dissapointing.
Summary: It is an easy to use device but the high pitch sound is very dissapointing.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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If you like your music clear and sharp, look elsewhere.
by kaiba40 on June 12, 2005
Pros: It is compact and easy to use, as the ads say.
Cons: Sound is muffled and there's a lot of background noise.
Summary: I live and drive in the country, and there are lots of vacant bandwidths and little interference, so using this device is not a problem. Even so, sound is really ...
Summary: I live and drive in the country, and there are lots of vacant bandwidths and little interference, so using this device is not a problem. Even so, sound is really low-fidelity and the signal is not strong. Sadly,just after buying it I had a business trip and didn't get to try it out til the shop's return date had expired, or it would have gone back - so I'm forty bucks out of pocket. Haven't tried the Griffin iTrip, but I would suggest getting a cassette adaptor instead - it's about 2/3 the price, and direct sound rather than transmission has to be the way to go.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Best FM transmitter but still just OK
by Ronster88 on August 29, 2005
Pros: Easy to switch to new station freq, small portable , no additional battery required to power
Cons: difficult to find clear station in major metro areas
Summary: I like this one better than the iTrip because it of its ease to change station as you drift from area to area. While currently the best FM tuner I ...
Summary: I like this one better than the iTrip because it of its ease to change station as you drift from area to area. While currently the best FM tuner I have seen, it is still just OK.
If you live in a major metro area with lots of stations it is hard to find a clear unused freqency. It gets better as you travel away from the city but you can still expect static sound. I was lucky and my car has CD player and a TAPE DECK. So I went out and for $10 bought one of those cassette converters with a mini jack on it. Sound was 100% better than any FM tunner. Not very stylish with a wire hanging out of your console but sound is what counts.
Your other options is to buy a IPOD hardwire adapter (made only for certian high end cars), create your own input jack it your stereo can handle it, or buy a new stereo deck that is IPOD friendly (Pricey $400-1000). For now I am sticking to the $10 tape converter as I am certain new product will surely come on the market shortly. -
Love it! Best of 3 transmitters I have tried.
by drcons on August 22, 2005
Pros: Easy to tune, backlit display, works right out of the box
Cons: None that I have found as yet.
Summary: I have tried other transmitters and this one works best for me. You just plug it in, tune your radio to a staticky station and tune this thing to same ...
Summary: I have tried other transmitters and this one works best for me. You just plug it in, tune your radio to a staticky station and tune this thing to same station, and your iPod plays over your radio. I use this for my hour and a half commute every day. Works great!
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Nice Idea, Horrible reality
by MTCC on July 19, 2005
Pros: Compact, Low Priced, Easy to Use
Cons: Staticy, hard to find signal
Summary: If you are not living in a real city, it would probably be the item for you. I tried this unit in Manhattan NYC, Hoboken NJ, Philadelphia PA. First of ...
Summary: If you are not living in a real city, it would probably be the item for you. I tried this unit in Manhattan NYC, Hoboken NJ, Philadelphia PA. First of all, it is near impossible to find a clear free station in these areas. When you finally find one, the sound quality is poor and it gets staticy if the song should get loud. The unit appears to be underpowered because I have to practically shove my iPod in my dash to get it to work somewhat decently. At home, I have to put the iPod so close, I might as well just hook up my computer.
Save your $$, get the direct wire hook up to your car stereo if your stereo is compatible, or use the tape converter if you have a tape player. I unfortunately do not have either. It looks like I'll be upgrading my stereo some time soon or burning some CDs.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Xtreme Accessories, LLC. (XtremeMac)
- Part number: IA-AIR-00
- Description: AirPlay is the first and only iPod-powered FM Transmitter that works across the full FM frequency band without the need to install software. Allowing iPod users to play audio wirelessly from their iPod through any FM radio, AirPlay is perfect for use in automobiles, especially those without a cassette player or auxiliary input jack. AirPlay matches iPod's ease-of-use. Plug it in, tune it, and push play. AirPlay is smaller, simpler, and better than any iPod FM Transmitter ever made. AirPlay features an easy-to-read illuminated digital frequency display, which turns off automatically after tuning to conserve iPod battery power. When iPod begins to play, AirPlay automatically transmits on the last used radio frequency. Because of its energy efficient design, when the iPod is not playing, the Airplay automatically powers off. With Airplay, there is no need to navigate menus in the iPod. Selecting a new frequency is easy, simply find an unused FM frequency on the radio, then press AirPlay's tuning buttons to quickly select the new frequency. AirPlay is a marvel of miniaturization, packing more features and better performance into a smaller package than any other FM transmitter. It is so compact that it does not block the iPod's hold switch. AirPlay is designed to work universally with all iPods with Dock Connector and Click Wheel iPods, including iPod photo, iPod U2 Special Edition, iPod from HP, as well as iPod mini.
General
- Product type FM transmitter
Dimensions & Weight
- Dimensions (WxDxH) 1.3 in x 0.6 in x 1 in
- Weight 1.1 oz
Manufacturer info
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- Manufacturer:Xtreme Accessories, LLC. (XtremeMac)
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3265 Meridian Parkway, Weston, FL 33331
