iPhone and iPod accessories: what works, what doesn't
By Nilay Patel 
posted Jul 1st 2007 8:32AM
posted Jul 1st 2007 8:32AM
Works:
Most chargers we tried: Monster iCharger, Belkin Auto Kit, some cheap-o thing we bought overseas
Apple iPod docks: trigger the airplane mode warning but charge and sync just fine
Apple FireWire iPod cable: doesn't sync or bring up any warnings, but charges fine
Altec Lansing inMotion iM3 speakers: some radio hiss, but it works fine and the remote functions
Bose SoundDock: some radio hiss
Pioneer VXS-82TXS receiver with iPod control -- lots of hiss, but everything works just fine
Doesn't Work
Anything that requires video-out, like the Phillips DCP-850 portable DVD player / video iPod player
Xbox 360 (shocking, we know)
my sony ipod car stereo connection says this but still works. calls are answered but via speakerphone.
Anyone know if apple plan to make ipods using touch screen? I'd rather that than an iPhone..
No Jobs told me the ipod will be discontinued!!!!
I think you just saw the touchscreen iPod be released.
Give it a few months - a widescreen iPod with, with touch, will probably soon be here.
How much do you want to bet there will be a virtual scroll wheel? ;)
I wonder if external battery packs for ipods would work with this to keep it juiced
Yea, I bought a bunch of those when they were on sale, and I'd like to keep my my iPhone fairly juiced after a plane or car ride.
Lol, I read the iPod dock wrong as socks and thought wtf??? Imagine if putting on the socks caused loads of problems!
what about the ipod radio remote?
2nd. i definitely want to know if you can use it as a remote (for ipod and phone use) and add your own headphones.
Nope, unfortunately not. I tried plugging my in, and it says it's not iPhone compatible. I only hope that it's just a matter of them eventually adding support. Of course, the radio control needed a special interface/screen (i.e. they'd need to write another app), so I'm not holding my breath. Which is too bad, since it was somewhat pricey.
Hmm.. FM transmitter?
i have a scion tC with iPod connectivity -anyone try theirs with the iPhone?
My Scion (2006) docking option works. I can even use the other functions simultaneously, but the phone may work on speaker or BT only.
I ignored the airplane mode warning to use the network functionality.
iTrip???
Not mine :(
does the nike thing work?
The dock connector to 3.5mm audio cable does NOT work.
iHome is a go, it charges and even plays music.
As previously mentioned, iHome does work. But there is a pop-up warning, and interference (during incoming calls). Also, it seemes that if you answered the phone, while docked and playing in the iHome, it acted like a speakerphone (with tons of feedback). Maybe a next rev of iHome will offer better integration (including an answer button with speakerphone)....
My monster icarplay didn't work.
Were the ones that hissed tested in airplane mode?
oh brother ... just walk into an att store today and ask yourself.
Nike device does NOT work. My guess is they will make a new shoe insert to take advantage of the built-in bluetooth.
I doubt it. The iPod lineup has built needs for each one. The Regular iPod is for people who want an entire music library in a portable MP3 player, the iPod nano is mostly for working out stuff (hence the only one to have Nike+), and the Shuffle is the cheapo version to compete with other very low pricepoints. If marketed effectively, Apple is trying to make it so that you want to buy one of each for each separate reason. It's really a matter of opinion whether or not you believe that they'd sell more if they added Nike+ to all, or if they'd sell more by trying to get someone to buy 2 different iPods... I could see Apple and Nike working on something for the iPhone, but really it's more logical to see that coming in a iPhone 2... which hopefully will have GPS and stereo bluetooth. wow... can you just imagine what an incredible piece that would be? sick.
My Belkin car charger works to charge, but the line out does not work, so no audio in my car. To make matters worse the "works with iPhone" car charger doesn't include a line out.
The belkin charger works but you must make sure the phone is unlocked and in iPod mode before plugging it in. You will receive the standard airplane mode question but it will work.
The Nike Workout accessory does not work.
I have the Viewsonic Monitor with ipod dock does not work will not sync or charge. Due to no coverage at my location I returned iphone to Aplle store. They gave me a full refund no 10% Restocking fee. But I did have to pay an ETF through Verizon because I ported a number.
Sorry to beat a dead horse, but thanks for posting iphone news that's actually relevant. Not more pictures or video walkthrus.
How about the 'Apple iPod Camera Connector?'
Or my Kensington Pico FM Transmitter?
I'd try it out myself if my iphone would activate...
No dice.
The iPod Camera Connector doesn't work when connected to the iPhone.
does it fit/work in the apple hi fi? i'm not home right now to check!
Buried.
My Alpine deck with the docking cable worked fine. I did not put it in airplane mode and I got 0 noise from the system. I have a previous generation alpine deck. They just released a new line a few months ago.
What happens when a call comes in while docked? I also have the KCA420i and wonder what the day to day experience will be like.
I connected mine to just about every speaker accessory that Target had out yesterday. It fit fine in just about every one. It gave the warning about RF interference, but i let it play some music and it sound good. Of course, I didn't receive a phone call at the time, so i didn't hear any interference.
what about the apple ipod hi-fi?
the ipod hi-fi doesn't work... hopefully they can fix that soon.
The iPhone + Hi-Fi works fine. I'm using mine right now.
I have a 2007 VW Rabbit with the iPod dock in the armrest, the iPhone works and when you recieve a call the phone rings throught the speakers in the car very nice.
Better yet, just avoid the iPhone. I mean, it's GSM- why does it need to be activated?
What?? Just type in iphone into google I am sure you will find what you need.
Am I the only one that is driven completely crazy by "digg-activism?" I used to like digg, but now I avoid it.
Note to iphone news haters: see that? if you don't like it, don't watch it...
No dice on the Apple Radio Remote. Just gave it a try. I thought I'd read it worked... Oh, well. Maybe it's a software issue.
What about the Logitech Bluetooth adapter? or the Jabra one? Any luck with ANY bluetooth A2DP adapters?
pioneer 7800mp car receiver with ipod connector - works like a charm
WTF didnt they include A2DP in the first place!?!
The Camera connector does not work.
I can confirm that the Pioneer CD-IB100 ipod interface works with the iphone. It gives the same error message, but works perfectly regardless.
Do you have to disable the phone dialing feature before it will work with the cd-ib100? I have a cd-ib100ii and i'm thinking about getting an iphone, so i'd like to know how it works. Thanks