Apple iPod Dock for iPod nano 1G

 (28 customer reviews)

The dock allows you easy access to the nano's line-out interface, and it makes it a lot more convenient to sync your iPod with a computer - instead of rummaging around for cables, you just set your it down in the dock and you're done.

On the other hand, like most iPod accessories, it's outrageously priced. It's nothing more than a molded block of plastic with a couple of wires running through; it can't cost Apple more than $5 each to make. While it's useful enough that it'll probably be worth $30 over the long term, it still feels like a ripoff.

I don't find this to be that useful. The only benefit is that it holds the iPod upright (it has a line out feature, but that's not why I purchased it and I won't use that). I assumed (incorrectly) that it came with it's own power cord, so that it would, by itself, charge the iPod. You must purchase a separate plug or use the USB jack that it came with. I wanted an addition means of charging the nano. Had I known that it was just a base, I wouldn't have purchased this item, certainly not for $30. For me, the utility of this isn't worth more than a few bucks, and I'm not exactly the miser type.

Yeah, the Nano Dock is useful; however, be aware that it comes with NO cords whatsoever. This means that you have to purchase yet another accessory for it to be of any practical use. BOO Apple! There is absolutely no excuse for following in the footsteps of Microsoft!