Reviews for iPhone 3G Universal Dock Adaptor 3-Pack

LM fomr Langehorn (is that how you spell it?) gave this product a 1 star review because this universal dock adapter did not work for his 1st gen iPhone dock, or that was my understanding of the review. Also noted was that the reviewer held a degree in mechanical engineering and opened up the possibility of this adapter being designed for a different dock.

The new iPhone 3G is slightly bigger than the first generation. Not by much, but to hold the 3G and GPS radios, as well as a larger battery to power these, it needed to be. So, being someone with a degree, you should understand that there is not way the iPhone 3G will fit in the dock if you make it smaller. For that, you need to make it larger, as many have done with a dremel or sandpaper.

This adapter is, in fact, designed for a different dock - the universal dock. The name of the product, while it may be taken to mean it works universally with all docks, means that it works with a dock system designed to work universally with all iPods and iPhones, with the proper size adapters. This is, of course, one of those adapters.

The universal dock from Apple is useful in a stereo set up, and many stereos have an integrated universal dock. The dock is designed with the connector slightly raised and the iPod area much larger than necessary. Adapters, such as this one, are inserted into the dock ensuring a snug fit. The universal dock also features an infrared (IR) receiver so the Apple remote can be used to control the iPod. The universal dock was released while the 2nd generation iPod nano was Apples "small" player because, previously, they were carrying docks for many past iPods as well and the universal dock meant customers who preferred a dock did not have to buy a new one with every new iPod. The iPhone 3G is the first device since the universal dock that does not include an adapter, leaving it with no docking solution in the box.

I hope this review can clear up some confusion as to what this product is used for.

okay look this adapter is not meant to fit your iphone with a case on it if you have one on, your going to have to take it off (the phone probably looks better with it off anyway) it is a very good thing to have because if you have a dock you dont want your phone just sitting back with nothing to back it because that will damage the connector

I bought these adapters for my iPhone 3GS, but they don't fit. The hole is to narrow. Still looking for an adapter that will fit my 3GS.

Works like a charm ..... but

Never ben a fan of the "kitchen aplliance white" from Apple - all my gear is either black or brushed aluminium - so I am kind of looking for the black iPhone 3G Universal Dock Adapter.

People - This product is great. It's for use with Apple's Universal Dock not with the original iPhone 1st Gen dock. Different products. Other popular products like the Bose Soundock use the Universal Dock.

My old dock is new again with this, the iPhone 3G Universal Dock Adapter.

I only needed one, but got three - but thats fine. They're not exceedingly expensive and some day I may need a second.

The dock fit it My newly brought Iphone 3GS with Switcheasy Rebel Serpent and ipod classic 160GB Perfectly , SYNC N CHARGE. Worth For Money for sure :)

I bought this so I could play music from my iPhone 3g on my Bose. The first thing I noticed was that the adapter does not quite fit in the Bose dock. It is a bit loose. I turned it this way and that, but it still seemed like it was not made for the Bose dock.
Next, I had to take off my Flick case to get my iPhone 3g to "sort of" fit into the dock adapter. Unlike iPods, the iPhone does not snap in at all.
I had read reviews that the phone was not set up to charge with the Bose like the iPod, so I was not surprised when I got a message on my phone saying that it would not charge. I was surprised when the message said it was not compatible with the device. I thought that meant it would not work. However, I tried it and it does play music from the Bose speaker. I'm still not sure about the sound quality.
Bottom line: Awkward/loose fit in the Bose dock, awkward fit on the iPhone, plays music from my Bose. I think it could use improvements. Also, I'm not sure what to do with the other two adapters...

Hi,

Summary:
Two-stars due to high cost of a solution that was included with the original iPhone and is NOT with the 3G iPhone. Read the product descriptions of what is included and compatible carefully before buying.


Details:
I too was puzzling over what to purchase for my new iPhone 3G which had no dock included (unlike the first iPhone) - I was very disappointed!

You have to purchase the Apple Universal Dock Part Number: MB125G/A with this iPhone 3G Universal Dock Adapter, I believe. That product is expensive at $49 but does include an Apple Remote (but no cable!!).

You cannot use the original iPhone dock as it is not "universal."

If you scroll down to the bottom of the descriptions of most accessories for iPods and iPhones, they note issues like this by leveraging icons to help understand what is and is NOT supported. I am going to purchase both as the 3G iPhone dock adapter indicates it works on the universal dock. If not, I will be returning and asking for a full refund!

It is a tight fit putting the iphone onto to dock. And each time I dock the iphone, I have to remove the protective cover (I bought the Incase Protecter). Surely, I think the design could be improved right?