Apple Remote App
Download Apple's Remote app, and you'll be able to control the music on your computer or Apple TV with your iPod touch. Since Remote works with your Wi-Fi network, you can control your music from anywhere in your house that's within your router's range. Specifically, you can see the album artwork, edit playlists in iTunes, search your whole iTunes library, and control your AirTunes speakers once the app is downloaded to your touch. Best of all, Remote is free!9
DLO HomeDocMusic Remote
Want to control your iPod from almost anywhere in the house—even through walls? The DLO HomeDock Music Remote Dock charges your iPod and also provides wireless control up to 150 feet away on the remote. Even more, you can see what song is playing on the remote's screen. Just connect the dock to your stereo or computer with the included cables. Then dock your iPod and download all your iPod's artist and playlist information to the Music Remote. You'll be able to control volume, rewind/previous track, EQ settings, and more using the remote. The HomeDock Music Remote is compatible with the iPod nano (all generations), iPod classic, iPod with video, iPod mini, iPod (4th generation), and iPod touch (1st and 2nd generations). Get it at Wal-Mart for $129.72.
Logic3 i-Station 25
Since the iPod touch has a built-in accelerometer, you can turn it on its side for a better view of video and photos. Place your iPod touch into Logic3's i-Station 25 and listen to music or watch movies comfortably, whether you're at home, the beach, or camping. If you'd rather watch video in full screen, the i-Station 25 also incorporates a video-out port for connecting it to a TV. The i-Station 25 operates on four AA batteries or the included AC adapter, and comes with a remote control to operate the speaker and iPod. It sells for $100 on Amazon.com.
Accenda Voice Control for iPod
Previously featured in our "10 Strange Hands-Free Devices" slideshow, the Accenda Voice Control for iPod from Innotech Systems ($59.95) lets you control your iPod with the sound of your voice. You can tell it to adjust the volume, play a song, skip to the next track, and more. Just plug your earbuds or headphones into the Voice Control, plug the cable into the iPod dock connector, and command it to do as you please. The 1.5-inch device can be worn around your neck or clipped to your clothing. It can even be trained to recognize commands in other languages besides English or those iPod owners with strong accents.
Griffin iTrip AutoPilot
Trying to keep your eyes on the road while driving and navigating your iPod at the same time isn't a smart idea. That's why there's the Griffin iTrip AutoPilot ($99). On one end you connect your iPod and on the other you plug the adapter into your vehicle's cigarette lighter. Then you can tuck your iPod away and control it easily by touching the buttons on the adapter to play/pause and skip tracks. SmartScan technology finds a radio station to play your iPod's music through your vehicle's speakers, too. The iTrip AutoPilot is compatible with all iPod/iPhone models.
Apple Universal Dock
Charge and sync your iPod or connect it to a TV or speakers with the Apple Universal Dock ($49). The included Apple Remote lets you listen to songs and watch photo slideshows, among other things, by giving you control of your iPod from across the room. The dock comes with eight dock adapters that will fit the iPod nano (3rd and 4th generations), iPod touch (1st and 2nd generations), iPod classic (80/120GB and 160GB), and iPod with video (30GB and 60/80GB), as well as the iPhone and iPhone 3G..
Keyspan TuneViewPro for iPod
Consisting of a universal iPod dock, a two-way RF remote with color LCD screen, a USB power adapter, and audio/USB cables, the Keyspan TuneView Pro for iPod is a more pricey alternative to managing your music throughout your house or office. By using the remote up to 150 feet away from the dock, you can play/pause, adjust volume, track forward/back, and access your iPod's menu. The TuneView Pro works with all iPods with a dock connector. Buy it for $159.69 on Provantage.com.
Logitech Pure-Fi Dream
Not only is the Logitech Pure-Fi Dream ($200 direct) an iPod dock with powerful speakers and strong bass response, it's also an alarm clock with easy-to-set alarms. Control your iPod with the backlit, multifunction remote control. When Audio Analyst Tim Gideon reviewed the Pure-Fi Dream, he was able to play and pause music from as far away as 75 feet—and even through glass.
Sonos Controller for iPod touch
Another free application, the Sonos Controller for iPod touch turns your music player into a Sonos Controller. (You'll have to own a Sonos ZonePlayer for this to work.) Search for songs in your music collection by typing on your iPod touch's virtual keyboard or browse through songs by pointing and flicking. The Now Playing screen displays what's playing in the rooms you're in, with details like album art and track titles.
iLuv Desktop iPod/
DVD Player
Watch your iPod videos on a bigger screen with the iLuv 5.1 Channel Slim Desktop iPod/DVD Player ($150). It has an integrated dock to connect your iPod touch, iPod classic, iPod nano (3rd gen), or iPod with video for watching videos on your TV or listening to music through your TV's speakers. Navigate your media with the included remote control.
DLO HomeDocMusic Remote
Want to control your iPod from almost anywhere in the house—even through walls? The DLO HomeDock Music Remote Dock charges your iPod and also provides wireless control up to 150 feet away on the remote. Even more, you can see what song is playing on the remote's screen. Just connect the dock to your stereo or computer with the included cables. Then dock your iPod and download all your iPod's artist and playlist information to the Music Remote. You'll be able to control volume, rewind/previous track, EQ settings, and more using the remote. The HomeDock Music Remote is compatible with the iPod nano (all generations), iPod classic, iPod with video, iPod mini, iPod (4th generation), and iPod touch (1st and 2nd generations). Get it at Wal-Mart for $129.72.
Logic3 i-Station 25
Since the iPod touch has a built-in accelerometer, you can turn it on its side for a better view of video and photos. Place your iPod touch into Logic3's i-Station 25 and listen to music or watch movies comfortably, whether you're at home, the beach, or camping. If you'd rather watch video in full screen, the i-Station 25 also incorporates a video-out port for connecting it to a TV. The i-Station 25 operates on four AA batteries or the included AC adapter, and comes with a remote control to operate the speaker and iPod. It sells for $100 on Amazon.com.
Accenda Voice Control for iPod
Previously featured in our "10 Strange Hands-Free Devices" slideshow, the Accenda Voice Control for iPod from Innotech Systems ($59.95) lets you control your iPod with the sound of your voice. You can tell it to adjust the volume, play a song, skip to the next track, and more. Just plug your earbuds or headphones into the Voice Control, plug the cable into the iPod dock connector, and command it to do as you please. The 1.5-inch device can be worn around your neck or clipped to your clothing. It can even be trained to recognize commands in other languages besides English or those iPod owners with strong accents.
Griffin iTrip AutoPilot
Trying to keep your eyes on the road while driving and navigating your iPod at the same time isn't a smart idea. That's why there's the Griffin iTrip AutoPilot ($99). On one end you connect your iPod and on the other you plug the adapter into your vehicle's cigarette lighter. Then you can tuck your iPod away and control it easily by touching the buttons on the adapter to play/pause and skip tracks. SmartScan technology finds a radio station to play your iPod's music through your vehicle's speakers, too. The iTrip AutoPilot is compatible with all iPod/iPhone models.
Apple Universal Dock
Charge and sync your iPod or connect it to a TV or speakers with the Apple Universal Dock ($49). The included Apple Remote lets you listen to songs and watch photo slideshows, among other things, by giving you control of your iPod from across the room. The dock comes with eight dock adapters that will fit the iPod nano (3rd and 4th generations), iPod touch (1st and 2nd generations), iPod classic (80/120GB and 160GB), and iPod with video (30GB and 60/80GB), as well as the iPhone and iPhone 3G..
Keyspan TuneViewPro for iPod
Consisting of a universal iPod dock, a two-way RF remote with color LCD screen, a USB power adapter, and audio/USB cables, the Keyspan TuneView Pro for iPod is a more pricey alternative to managing your music throughout your house or office. By using the remote up to 150 feet away from the dock, you can play/pause, adjust volume, track forward/back, and access your iPod's menu. The TuneView Pro works with all iPods with a dock connector. Buy it for $159.69 on Provantage.com.
Logitech Pure-Fi Dream
Not only is the Logitech Pure-Fi Dream ($200 direct) an iPod dock with powerful speakers and strong bass response, it's also an alarm clock with easy-to-set alarms. Control your iPod with the backlit, multifunction remote control. When Audio Analyst Tim Gideon reviewed the Pure-Fi Dream, he was able to play and pause music from as far away as 75 feet—and even through glass.
Sonos Controller for iPod touch
Another free application, the Sonos Controller for iPod touch turns your music player into a Sonos Controller. (You'll have to own a Sonos ZonePlayer for this to work.) Search for songs in your music collection by typing on your iPod touch's virtual keyboard or browse through songs by pointing and flicking. The Now Playing screen displays what's playing in the rooms you're in, with details like album art and track titles.
iLuv Desktop iPod/
DVD Player
Watch your iPod videos on a bigger screen with the iLuv 5.1 Channel Slim Desktop iPod/DVD Player ($150). It has an integrated dock to connect your iPod touch, iPod classic, iPod nano (3rd gen), or iPod with video for watching videos on your TV or listening to music through your TV's speakers. Navigate your media with the included remote control.
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