iHome iW3 AirPlay Rechargeable Wireless Audio System - Black
iHome iW3 AirPlay Rechargeable Wireless Audio System - Black
Product Information
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Overview
The iHome iW3 is an AirPlay enabled speaker system for streaming digital audio wirelessly over Wi-Fi from iTunes, iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch to anywhere in your house. The internal rechargeable battery makes it a truly wireless and portable audio solution that you can take anywhere you have Wi-Fi. The iW3 also supports USB docking for iPad, iPod, and iPhone charging and music playback via any iPod USB sync cable and dock. -
Highlights
- Works with AirPlay wireless audio
- Four active speakers with custom Reson8 speaker chambers
- SRS TruBass digital sound processing for dynamic audio performance
- Convenient charging base and integrated carrying handle
- Wi-Fi certified
- Works with iHome apps (available from the App Store) for easy network setup, access to device settings, fun alarm features, and more
- Experience wireless multi-room audio by adding iHome AirPlay enabled speakers around the house
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Did you notice?
The built-in power switch helps save battery life in transit by preventing inadvertent activation of buttons. -
Apple Recommends For
Listen to the music on your iPhone, iPad, iPod, or Mac wirelessly anywhere in your house. -
What's in the Box?
- iHome iW3 wireless speaker
- USB sync cable
- Charging base
- 100-240 V universal voltage AC adapter
- Start guide
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Tech Specs
- Connections : AirPlay
- Speaker Configurations : Stereo
- Height : 9.38 in./23.83 cm
- Width : 4.61 in./11.7 cm
- Weight : 2.2 lb./1 kg
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Manufacturer Information
Part Number
- Mfr. Part Number : iW3BVC
- UPC or EAN No. : 047532896404
Warranty
- Note : Products sold through this website that do not bear the Apple Brand name are serviced and supported exclusively by their manufacturers in accordance with terms and conditions packaged with the products. Apple's Limited Warranty does not apply to products that are not Apple-branded, even if packaged or sold with Apple products. Please contact the manufacturer directly for technical support and customer service.
- Warranty : One-year limited
Manufacturer Note
- To take advantage of AirPlay functionality, the iW3 must be connected to a Wi-Fi network with networked access to a Mac or PC running iTunes 10.1 or later; or an iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch running iOS 4.2 or later.
Compatibility
iPhone models
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iPhone 3G
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iPhone 3GS
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iPhone 4
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iPhone 4S
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iPhone 5
iPad models
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iPad (1st generation)
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iPad 2 (2nd generation)
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iPad (3rd generation)
iPod models
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iPod nano 2nd Generation
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iPod nano 3rd Generation (video)
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iPod nano 4th Generation (video)
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iPod nano 5th Generation (video camera)
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iPod nano 6th Generation
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iPod nano 7th Generation
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iPod touch 1st Generation
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iPod touch 2nd Generation
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iPod touch 3rd Generation
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iPod touch 4th Generation
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iPod touch 5th Generation
Ratings & Reviews
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Good Option
I purchased this speaker because we just wanted something in the kitchen, stream some music, and not disrupt the rest of the house . So far, everything is working great.
The speaker is rather heavy, probably because of the built in battery. We probably won't use the battery much, as we just have it on the charging base (which fits inside a small cut-out under the base). The chrome band around the bottom gives it a nice look as well. The buttons on top seem to be a good quality, they don't feel cheap or fragile.
Setting up the speaker was a breeze. I just connected my iPad and it prompted me to download the small free set-up app. A minute later, I punched in my WiFi password and the speaker connected without a hitch. Streaming iTunes via Airplay was no problem. One bonus was being able to stream Pandora internet radio.
I mostly chose this speaker because the more highly rated alternative was twice the price. The sound seems good to me, I'm no audiophile, but can appreciate good music and good sound. This speaker delivers. …- Written by Colby B from Mesa
37 of 39 people found this useful
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Check you have the correct router before you buy!!!
After 5 days of trying to get the speaker to connect to my wifi router, it turns out that they are not compatible. Your router nee ds to have 802.11g technology, not the faster 802.11n technology. Please check before you buy. …
- Written by Clare C from Newport
21 of 29 people found this useful
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Just doesn't work
Sorry to say that this airplay speaker just does not work. Tried two devices and both suffered the same problem. The speaker is ea sy enough to set up and sounds great. But if left idle, it eventually drops from the wifi network so hard that it locks up and has to be reset. As noted, tried two different speakers and both suffered the same issue. I fully expect the entire line to suffer the same defect.
So much for affordable AirPlay devices. …- Written by Michael N from Burlington
9 of 11 people found this useful
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Don't waste your money if you plan to use the Airplay feature
Sorry to say that this airplay speaker just does not work as intended. Tried two devices and both suffered the same problem. The s peaker is easy enough to set up and sounds great. But if left idle, it eventually drops from the wifi network, the solution given by iHome's support was to reset it but this happens way to often. I fully expect the entire line of iHome devices with Airplay to suffer the same defect.
I should have known better, next time Im going to get the better and well known brands.
So much for affordable AirPlay devices. …- Written by Manuel P from Miami
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Inacceptable.
Perfectly easy to set up with the help of an iDevice. Sound is okay, if not for the price. However, most of the time it cuts out a fter a few seconds or begins to "stutter", even though the router is in the next room. I have an Airport Express hooked up to a stereo, and AirPlay works like a charm. This on the other hand is a joke. …
- Written by Jannis W from New York
6 of 7 people found this useful
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Just doesn't work
Sorry to say that this airplay speaker just does not work. Tried two devices and both suffered the same problem. The speaker is ea sy enough to set up and sounds great. But if left idle, it eventually drops from the wifi network so hard that it locks up and has to be reset. As noted, tried two different speakers and both suffered the same issue. I fully expect the entire line to suffer the same defect.
So much for affordable AirPlay devices. …- Written by Michael N from Burlington
9 of 11 people found this useful
Questions & Answers
Answers from the community
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Run several speakers simultaneously? Only with iTunes never with iOS devices.
- Asked by Benjamin N from Long Beach
- May 3, 2013
No answers yet
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Does this work with the iphone 5
- Asked by Ky K from Brighton
- Oct 27, 2012
Best Answer
Yes; The iPhone 5 is listed on the compatibility list for this device.
- Answered by Eric B from Portland
- Oct 29, 2012
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Does this product work with a new Airport Express?
- Asked by Giampaolo B from Brooklyn
- Feb 6, 2013
No answers yet
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Does it work for the new ipod nano
- Asked by Diane V from West Chicago
- Nov 23, 2012
Answer
For the iPod Nano, it will only work via sync or stereo cable. It is not a bluetooth speaker, and t he iPod Nano does not have WiFi. So it has to be plugged in in order to work.
So yes it will work, but the Airplay functionality will not work. …- Answered by Derrick B from Austell
- Dec 25, 2012
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music programs
- Asked by Barry W from Buffalo Grove
- Dec 9, 2012
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does this work for ipad mini
- Asked by Jennifer C from Rancho Santa Fe
- Dec 12, 2012
