iHome iW3 AirPlay Rechargeable Wireless Audio System - Black

Your music wirelessly in any room.

iHome's iW3 wireless speaker lets you play your music wirelessly via AirPlay and any Wi-Fi network you have access to. Works with either Mac or PC to play music from your iTunes library, or play music directly from your iPad, iPod, or iPhone.
  • Works with AirPlay wireless audio
  • USB docking for iOS device charging and playback
  • True portability with rechargeable Li-ion battery
  • Easy set up with free iHome Set app
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$199.95

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Listen to the music on your iPhone, iPad, iPod, or Mac wirelessly anywhere in your house.

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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The built-in power switch helps save battery life in transit by preventing inadvertent activation of buttons.

Technical Specs

General

  • Other Features: AirPlay
  • Input Type: 3.5mm Stereo Jack,USB
  • Usage: Portable

Power

  • Power Source: AC,Battery Power,USB
  • Battery Type: Rechargeable Lithium-Ion

Driver

  • Speaker Configurations: Stereo

Dimension

  • Weight: 2.2 lb./1 kg
  • Height: 9.38 in./23.83 cm
  • Width: 4.61 in./11.7 cm
  • Length: 4.61 in./11.7 cm

Compatibility

  • iPhone 5

  • iPhone 4S

  • iPhone 4

  • iPhone 3GS

  • iPhone 3G

  • iPod touch
    5th generation

  • iPod touch
    4th generation

  • iPod touch
    3rd generation

  • iPod touch
    2nd generation

  • iPod touch
    1st generation

  • iPod nano
    7th generation

  • iPod nano
    6th generation

  • iPod nano
    5th generation (video camera)

  • iPod nano
    4th generation (video)

  • iPod nano
    3rd generation (video)

  • iPod nano
    2nd generation (aluminum)

  • iPad
    1st generation

  • iPad 2
    2nd generation

  • iPad
    3rd generation

What's in the Box?

  • iHome iW3 wireless speaker
  • USB sync cable
  • Charging base
  • 100-240 V universal voltage AC adapter
  • Start guide

Manufacturer Information

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

Part Number

  • UPC or EAN No.: 047532896404
  • Mfr. Part Number: iW3BVC

Manufacturer Note

  • 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.
 

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Good Option

    • Written by from Mesa

    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.     …More

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Check you have the correct router before you buy!!!

    • Written by from Newport

    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 needs to have 802.11g technology, not the faster 802.11n technology. Please check before you buy. …More

    20 of 27 people found this useful

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Just doesn't work

    • Written by from Burlington

    Sorry to say that this airplay speaker just does not work. Tried two devices and both suffered the same problem. The speaker is easy 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.     …More

    8 of 10 people found this useful

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Don't waste your money if you plan to use the Airplay feature

    • Written by from Miami

    Sorry to say that this airplay speaker just does not work as intended. Tried two devices and both suffered the same problem. The speaker 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.     …More

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Inacceptable.

    • Written by from New York

    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 after 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. …More

    6 of 7 people found this useful

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Just doesn't work

    • Written by from Burlington

    Sorry to say that this airplay speaker just does not work. Tried two devices and both suffered the same problem. The speaker is easy 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.     …More

    8 of 10 people found this useful

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Run several speakers simultaneously? Only with iTunes never with iOS devices.
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  • May 3, 2013
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