Apple iPhone 3G Dock

Apple iPhone 3G Dock

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3.5 out of 5 stars

Based on 124 reviews

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  • 3.0 out of 5 stars

    Apple iPhone Dock

    • Written by from Evans

    Works good if you don't have the case on. Don't like having to take my case off to plug it in. Need to make the bottom base to fit with the case on it and not have to purchase another case that the bottom comes off.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Quality product

    • Written by from Dayton

    Works great. Would recommend.

    7 of 8 people found this useful

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Great Product!

    • Written by from Riverbank

    I love this dock! It fits my iPhone 3gs perfectly and the rubber bottom insures the dock stays in place. My only complaint is it doesn't come with a cable but I have a few just laying around.

    10 of 14 people found this useful

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  • 2.0 out of 5 stars

    Can't control volume from iPhone!

    • Written by from Brooklyn

    Here's why I am returning this product:

    I just bought this from the Apple store

    I use my iPhone as my bedside alarm, and to listen to music.

    I plugged my speakers into the back of the dock (into the 3.5mm audio output)

    When I tried to turn the volume down (whether from my iPhone screen or from the buttons on the side of the iPhone) I could not do so.

    In order to control the volume, I HAD to do so from the actual speakers. What's the point?!

    I am going to return this item to the store and instead, I am going to buy a universal dock so that I can still control the volume.


    BOO!

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  • 2.0 out of 5 stars

    No case

    • Written by from Old Bridge

    You have to remove your case in order to charge the i phone. Buy a case that has a removable bottom so it fits into this dock.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    ABOUT 3G DOCK.

    • Written by from JALANDHAR

    THIS IS A WONDERFUL THING. I REALLY LIKE IT.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Excellent in the car!!

    • Written by from Olney

    I have attached this dock to a custom made plate that is mounted just above the drivers side air vent of my car. It aligns perfectly for great visability and is in perfect reach, it looks like a built-in GPS factory option The audio wire and usb cable is routed underneath the dashboard and console to my stereo and power supply so the device is always charging. An added bonus is the audio output of the dock has far greater sound quality than the headphone jack from the phone. Also the dock seems to help boost the phones signal strength.

    I looked at all types of aftermarket adapters; most were either too expensive, to dysfunctional or just too big. This setup cost me just over $9 for the hardware plus the $30 I paid for the dock.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Dock Boosts Signal Strength

    • Written by from Brattleboro

    I live in Vermont and currently have spotty reception with AT&T. I bought this dock at the Apple store and noticed that as soon as I dock the phone, I automatically get 5 bars of 3G. I'm not really sure how this works, but I don't even need to plug the dock into a power outlet either. I'm satisfied as long as I'm receiving good signal. Now if only AT&T can provide evidence of having excellent coverage across the nation...like they claim ALL the time.

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  • 3.0 out of 5 stars

    Issue with Case or Skins with Doc

    • Written by from Alpharetta

    The dock itself looks and works great. I don't know if it was designed to charge faster, but my 3Gs charges very fast. Beware - The phone will not fit in the doc if you have any case at all covering the bottom. I have tried several cases and you just can't get a snug fit to connect. Great product, and would have received 5 Stars if the dock allowed for a larger girth.

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  • 3.0 out of 5 stars

    Alright Product

    • Written by from laval

    I bought this product when i bought my mac. It useful but you don't need it. All it does is charge the device standing up, its nothing fantastic, it's for people who are too lazy to use their iphone and hold it in their hand. its nothing fantastic and you don't need it. For 30$ its not worth it

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    It does what it should!

    • Written by from Nykøbing F.

    If you buy this for better sound, or anything similar, don't! This is a stand, nothing else!

    If you however want a nice and beautiful way to show off your Apple iPhone 3G or 3G[S] this is the product you should choose. The wrapping is the usual Apple style, and buying a dock for this amount of money IS expensive, however: The phone is as well, and why be cheesy with the last 10$?

    After unwrapping (which is actually kind of hard since it is wrapped tight), you simply see the melted and formed piece of plastic that will become your iPhones best friend. Expensive, yes. Stylish, yes. Fits in a stylish office or bedroom, or kitchen, bathroom, yes!

    - Good looking
    - Nice building quality (standard Apple)
    - shows the whole phone in the front
    - Leaves on the protection screens (my old 2G dock was destroying the corners)

    Perfect piece of equipment, however a bit pricey. 5/5!

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Does what it's supposed to

    • Written by from Brattleboro

    If you can get past the blatant overpricing on this item, then it works great. Holds the phone securely when you put it in (with 3 of these docks around the house I haven't experienced any of the "touch it and get disconnected" problems other people report). As others have noted, it doesn't come with a cable. Be sure to buy a cable, too, if you want a cable, too.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Neat but not practical

    • Written by from Springfield

    I bought this dock because i needed a charger at work. i figured it would be handy on my desk. i asked the specialist if it came with a cable... after checking with somebody, he said yes it sure does. i then confirmed that i can just hook it in my computer and that's it, he said yes. i got home and there is no cable... i was gonna take it back but i like it so i'm gonna get another cable today.

    the only downside is that i have a thin jelly-like case on the iphone and i have to take it off when i charge it in the dock, or else it doesn't fit... oh well

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  • 2.0 out of 5 stars

    In my view

    • Written by from Dublin

    In my view, I think that it is only decent. It charges the iPhone well but if you touch it comes out. This is a problem. It could be easily fixed if it had some sort of adjuster adjust how tight it stays on, but unfortunately it doesn't.

    The audio is suprisingly good. Not excellent but good. But if you touch the phone to maybe play music or call someone else it comes out like I said earlier. Once again, a problem. The audio is still pretty good and it would work well if you were on a conference call. But if you are a person who deals with many calls then this is the wrong thing for you.

    Another thing is that it is not good as an external dock from your computer and it doesn't work well if you are syncing because, what do you know; it comes out AGAIN! But if you do manage to keep it in; then it works fine!

    Some people have not read the box which clearly states that is DOES NOT COME WITH A CABLE. So you can't really say it's apple's fault. Yes, they should of included a cable but they didn't. So we have to get on with and use the other cables. But don't bother because if you do, it won't work anway because it will once again, come out!

    Well,
    thats my view anyway.

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  • 2.0 out of 5 stars

    For the complainers!

    • Written by from Antioch

    Read what comes in the box before your purchase! There is no cable included, but at this point you should ALREADY have one from your iPhone purchase!

    Pros:
    Looks cool, charges well.

    Cons:
    Base isn't sturdy enough, can't use with an iPhone case on.

    What do I say:
    Get the universal dock instead of this one. Much better quality, and it comes with a remote.

    34 of 38 people found this useful

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    RIP-OFF!

    • Written by from Navarre

    The only reason I purchased this device was because I needed a new cable. I figured that I could just pay the extra money for a dock setup, instead of buying another power brick.
    The worst part about all this was that the packaging was big enough to precisely hold a dock and USB cable. Why the wasted packaging space, and the $37.61 for what might as well been a small pointless paper weight. You can buy the cord itself in the online apple store for $19.95 +tax.

    A worthless smug upgrade!

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  • 3.0 out of 5 stars

    No USB connector

    • Written by from Tallahassee

    Why can't we get the connector cord with this?!! It just feels like a rip off.
    I bought this dock for home and I use the USB connector at my office.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Signed Sealed and Delivered!

    • Written by from Aurora

    The reason I wanted this dock was to not have to lay the iPhone on the desk when it's charging. This dock makes the iPhone stand up and look awesome when it's docked. You can make calls and watch video and use the iPhone when it's docked and I like that. You do have to be aware that you need to be careful not to knock the iPhone over this only applies to the home button and volume button. The touch screen works perfect. Watching video and listening to audio is a snap.

    Apple did a good job with this dock and if your expectations are realistic you will enjoy this iphone dock. Sure you may need to get a second cord as some reviews have pointed out but this is a choice that was made by the reviewer. I happen to already have two cords and I also have a desktop USB port connection so I can unplug the dock and take it with me.

    I would recommend this dock to all iPhone users because it is a top notch product that works as like it's supposed to. The dock also makes your desk look less cluttered.

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  • 2.0 out of 5 stars

    Looks Great Works Horribly

    • Written by from Indian Trail

    It is not even close to snug enough a little bump to my desk and the iphone disconnects .It looks good thats the only reason it gets 2 stars.

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  • 2.0 out of 5 stars

    Doesn't work with the HD cable

    • Written by from Edmonton

    Either I wasted my money or I have to send it back. Does NOT work with the HD component cable.

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