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Macally Battery Pack with Speaker for iPod Video | 
 enlarge | Brand: Macally
Category: CE
List Price: $49.99
Buy New: $23.76
You Save: $26.23 (52%)
New (23) from $23.76
Avg. Customer Rating:  6 reviews
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 8
Dimensions (in): 3 x 9 x 8
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
MPN: PowerTune
Model: PowerTune
UPC: 701107487625
EAN: 0701107487625
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 4-in-1 iPod portable stereo speakers, Li-ion battery charger, protective case and stand | | • | Supports iPod 5th Generation (video) | | • | Swivel cover turns into a stand | | • | Built-in 1050mAh Li-ion battery approximately doubles iPod play time | | • | Exceptional sound from two 500mW speakers with volume control |
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Product Description
All-In-One Battery Pack, Speaker, Protective Case, Stand for iPod / Supports iPod 5th Generation (video) Exceptional sound from two 500mW speakers with volume control Recharges battery from computer's USB port conveniently Sync your iPod to a computer in PowerTune with included USB mini-B cable Dual color LED indicator for Speaker (blue) and Charge (red) mode
Amazon.com Product Description
Get some extra protection and play time from the Macally PowerTune. This all-in-one device features a battery pack, speaker, protective case, and stand for iPod. It's compatible with 5th generation video iPods. Stay Charged
The PowerTune's built-in 1050mAh Li-on battery will approximately double your iPod's play time. The battery is conveniently recharged via your computer's USB port. You can also synch your iPod with iTunes via the included USB min-B cable. Keep it Covered
The PowerTune's swivel cover turns into a stand for your iPod, and encloses it for protection when you're on the move. Speakers
PowerTune features two 500mW speakers with volume control, and a switch for selecting between power off/charge/speaker mode. The dual-color LED indicator denotes Speaker (blue) and Charge (red) modes. What's in the Box
Macally PowerTune, USB mini-B cable
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| Customer Reviews: Read 1 more reviews...
John Nemerovski's MyMac.com Review November 25, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
MacAlly's versatile new PowerTune is the best $50 U.S. iPod accessory ever. As a case, its rigid plastic is snug and secure, with full access to iPod dial and headphone port, but not on/off/hold switch. The speakers are tiny with midrange emphasis, but with enough presence to keep you entertained or informed by whatever is playing on the iPod under most listening conditions. Charging is efficient and almost effortless, with enhanced built-in battery capacity for your iPod. As a stand, PowerTune is stable, with sensible positioning.
Speakers and charging indicator light are on lower front of PowerTune. Volume control, mini-USB port, and off/charge/play switch are lower rear. A clear front plate with circular hole hinges at the bottom and snaps shut at the top, onto the black rear business-end of the case. An iPod slips into a 30-pin dock connector that is just above the speaker section. MacAlly provides a self-adhesive foam shim to fill the gap between PowerTune's black inner back and an iPod's silver backside. Fit is snug, without much wiggle room.
There is not a lot more to know. You can play or charge an iPod with or without the assistance of a computer, or external speakers or headphones. PowerTune fits into most front pants pockets, or nearly all tote bags or purses. Indicator LEDs notify you when charging is complete. Syncing or recharging PowerTune via the included USB cable is straightforward.
Audio playback via headphones is easy as pie, as is operating an iPod's click wheel controls. Playback from the built-in pair of 500mW speakers will leave you wanting more robust audio delivery, but will certainly satisfy most buyers who know value when they see and hear it. Rotating PowerTune's clear front plate forward and underneath allows you to set it down on a table or desk with both screen and wheel exposed.
PowerTune's full set of features plus four photos are located at its web site. Wear and tear will blemish the clear screen protection area, so be aware of where and how you handle and carry it. I worry the plastic top snap will erode, and suggest that MacAlly redesign that aspect.
I am not going to test how much extra power PowerTune's 1050mAh Li-ion battery provides, because there are too many variables to that equation, but its built-in battery can only boost and not diminish and iPod's battery capacity. "Approximately doubles" is MacAlly's claim.
The company does not include any written or website instructions for PowerTune, which is a mistake I've mentioned to MacAlly. You can expect to have additional information available by early 2008.
MyMac.com is fond of MacAlly's ingenious PowerTune, and we give it a high recommendation. With many more positive features than flaws or omissions, we rate it a strong 4 out of 5.
Great for kids December 3, 2007
I use this for my 2 year old toddler too watch Baby Einstein videos on a 30gb video Ipod, works great, protects the screen and ipod from a few drops and/or throws from the little guy. The volume is much louder than say an iPhone playing back video. Build quality is OK, the sliding button on the back that turns the speaker on does not always stay in place.
A really neat product! July 26, 2008
Have had mine for several months and I love it. It beats taking a video player or laptop out on an aircraft -- there's just never enough room. The added battery capacity is very helpful on longer flights, too. I hook my Bose noise-cancelling headsets up (yes, it will drive them) and watch movies with minimum space on the seatback tray. That easel feature works well.
In a doctor's office I just use ear buds, and at home I use the speakers, quite adequate for desktop use.
I wish the clear plastic were more scratch resistant -- no problems yet but I'm careful with it.
Pretty ugly, but it works August 26, 2008
The Macally Battery Pack is pretty blocky and not at all an attractive addition to the iPod Video, but it works well. The sound is decent for the price, and it does double the battery life. I also like the LED, as it changes color as the battery charges, so you know when it's done charging. One thing, don't expect this to charge your iPod through the USB while the pack itself is charging. Both will take forever.
 Speaker and Battery for iPod November 22, 2008
Love this product, like to watch videos on my iPod and sound is just what i was looking for. I can also use it to charge my iPod and sync it to my computer.
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