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iHome iH5 iPod Clock Radio
Conclusion
The iH5 is a bit of a mixed bag because it does offer some nice features and decent sound quality, but at the same time seems to skimp on a few features that are all but standard on competing products (not to mention, conventional alarm clocks). Not being able to set multiple alarms or have preset radio stations are my primary concerns. On the other hand, the ability to crank the sound and not have totally distorted output is quite impressive, as is the ability to control the unit from across the room with the optional $20 remote. I also liked being able to gradually wake up to music, even if it got loud a little too quickly. It forced me into either hitting the snooze button quickly or reluctantly getting up without startling the crap out of me, or running the risk of not being loud enough and not waking me up at all. The iH5 can be found online for under $100 shipped. Obviously, this is a bit more than most clock radios, but it also has the added capability to playback from, and charge, your iPod. The iH5 isn't a perfect product but if you can live with the relatively minor flaws, it does a lot of things right for the money. Pros Relatively distortion free at high volume levels Gradually go to sleep or wakeup to your favorite songs Plays songs from iPod and charges it Dock connectors included for all iPods Cons No ability to set multiple alarms No ability to create radio presets Would be nice if remote was included for free iHome iH5 iPod Clock Radio 
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