Apple iPod Radio Remote
Listen to FM radio on your iPod and control everything with a convenient wired remote. You also get a set of earphones with a shorter cable that’s a perfect fit for the remote. Compatible with iPod nano and iPod with video.
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Overview
Just plug in your iPod Radio Remote and select “Radio” from the main iPod menu. Tuning takes place right there in the color display with your Click Wheel, just as you’d set a classic analog radio. Easily mark a favorite station for quick access later, and switch between favorite stations using either the iPod or the remote.
If you’re listening to a station that supports the Radio Data System (RDS) standard, you can even see song title/artist or radio station information in the iPod display.* The iPod Radio Remote supports FM stations from 87.5 to 107.9MHz (in both the US and European standards) and 76 to 90MHz (the Japanese standard). You can switch between the different standards when traveling.
About the Remote Control
With the wired remote, you can control slideshow, video and music playback — adjust volume, skip forward/back within a playlist — plus switch between radio stations and turn the radio on or off, even if your iPod is in your pocket or backpack. Easily clip the remote to your lapel, shirt or collar for easy access, and activate the hold switch to eliminate unwanted button presses.
At just over half an ounce in weight (15.7 grams), the compact remote features a simple, familiar interface and plugs into the Dock connection on your iPod or iPod nano. The included pair of Apple Earphones has a cable that’s a few inches shorter than a standard earphone cable, making it the perfect fit. You can plug it into the 3.5mm stereo minijack port on the remote, or use another favorite set of earphones.
Because the iPod Radio Remote is powered by the iPod itself — no extra batteries required — using the FM radio will affect iPod playback time.
*RDS is currently not supported in Japan.
Requires iPod software v1.1 or later.
This device is intended for the reception of public broadcasting only. Listening to transmissions which are not intended for the public is illegal in several countries and violators may be prosecuted. In Europe the public broadcasting services correspond to the setting for Radio Region > Europe (87.5 to 107.9 MHz).
This accessory is compatible with the following:
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iPod classic
120GB 160GB (2009) -
iPod classic
160GB (2007) -
iPod classic 80GB
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iPod nano
4th generation (video) -
iPod nano
3rd generation (video) -
iPod nano
2nd generation (aluminum) -
iPod nano
1st generation -
iPod
5th generation (video)
Most Useful Reviews
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Apple iPod Radio Remote
Why £35.99? Why not £22.00 or there abouts?
Written by AR from WESTERHAM
Jan 11, 2006
As ever Apple have made another great product.....what would you expect, but yet again U.K. buyers are over charged when comparing prices to U.S. prices. Come on Apple when are you going to stop exploiting the loyal British buyers and start charging what you SHOULD be!? …More
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Apple iPod Radio Remote
Great addition to your iPod
Written by DW from Oxford
Jan 14, 2006
Since getting my iPod w/video, I've wanted a good remote. I also really miss the radio sometimes. When Apple announced this accessory last week I made an immediate order. I hope this review helps describe its features in more detail.
It simply plugs in to the dock/USB port on the bottom of your iPod. The headphone lead is a bit shorter than usual, to reduce the cable clutter.
As a remote, it works very well. It uses exactly the same control set as the iPod Shuffle, plus a 'hold' button. This allows my iPod to stay tucked away when I'm walking about - no more fumbling with pocket/sock/click wheel. You can easily navigate through the current playlist, album, artist, etc,. It seems to me that the volume is notably improved listening through the remote; I'm sure I don't need it turned up so far.
As an FM radio, it's also great. On the iPod, 'Radio' appears as an option in your menus once connected. You can scan to a specific frequency, or have the iPod find the nearest clear signal (this occasionally misses weaker stations). Individual stations may be marked for navigation using the remote, which can also turn the radio, and iPod, on and off. Available RDS signals are displayed (usually the station name). The signal is good; it worked consistently well on a bus I got home last night.
Finally, it doesn't have too deleterious an effect on battery life. Each use of the remote turns on the iPod backlight, which must contribute to power consumption, but I haven't run down the battery noticably faster whilst using it, is all I can observe.
In all, it was exactly what I was looking for and perfects my iPod's functionality. I can strongly recommend it. …More900 of 1352 people found this useful
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Apple iPod Radio Remote
A recommended accessory for all iPod users
Written by PT from Bristol
Jan 25, 2006
The signal is very good and much better than what I expected, and the interface is lovely and very easy to use. The remote control design is subtle and easy to use and the clip is just right.
My only grumbles are that: you cannot toggle between your music and the radio via the remote; you cannot charge the unit at the same time because the dock port is in use (I use the radio in the office); it's not available in black. …More697 of 1161 people found this useful
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Most Recent Reviews
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Apple iPod Radio Remote
Very good with a big BUT
Written by FE from London
Mar 25, 2009
As always this is a fantastic product. I bought it alonside my white ipod video 80G.
Now that I've bought a new black ipod classic 120G, it's become a problem because attaching the white fm remote to the black ipod and black shure headphones makes me look stupid.
I hope apple designers realise that as they make different colours of ipods, they should also make the accessories to be of different colours.
I will recommend the product to anyone with white ipod …More46 of 108 people found this useful
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Apple iPod Radio Remote
Excellent
Written by NP from London
Mar 22, 2009
My new office doesn't have a radio so I thought I'd check this out. WOW!, well impressed. So easy to use and functional.
The reception is excellent;I couldn't get any DAB radio in my flat but I get a brilliant signal with this. The plug and play setup is great (up and running in 5 mins).
I really am impressed with the remote. Being able to control the ipod from the lapel clip control is a big plus. Even if you don't want a radio this alone makes it a good buy.
I just don't know why I waited for an excuse to get one of these. You won't be disappointed parting with the 35 quid; I'm certainly not :-)
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Apple iPod Radio Remote
Pros and Cons
Written by BO from Lispole
Mar 1, 2009
Good product with very clear signal, etc.
However, when I purchased it for £35 (which is a bit much in fairness), I was told it works with all iPods (I bought it in the Apple Store in Regent Street). I had an iPod Nano at the time and all was fine, but I got an iPod Touch at Christmas and now the remote OR the radio doesn't work...
All in all, I think the next software update for iPod Touch should include compatibility with the remote and radio. …More88 of 105 people found this useful
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