iHome iP90

Discontinued
Reviewed
October 2010
iHome iP90

Pros
  • Dual alarms play music from your iPod
  • Gradual wake/sleep features
  • Dimmable backlit display
Cons
  • Audio quality isn't the best
  • Glitchy remote
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IHome has always received recommendations for its line of iPod clock radios, and the new iHome iP90 is no exception. The iP90 is Works with iPhone-certified and is compatible with all dockable iPods. Reviewers like the numerous features, saying that the iHome iP90 provides lots of customization you won't find on other clock radios. Features include dual alarms, an AM/FM radio, programmable snooze times and a remote control. Reviewers especially like the large LCD display, which is easy to read and has a dimmable backlight. Like most iPod clock radios, sound quality won't blow you away, but experts say it's fine for occasional listening. A few experts complain about the remote, which is finicky and doesn't communicate very well with the speakers. Some also think that the 11-inch-wide iHome iP90 can look very large on a small nightstand. If you prefer something more compact, the iHome iA5 (*Est. $60) also earns several recommendations.

Major review sources like iLounge.com and CNET have the best and most balanced reviews of the iHome iP90 iPod clock radio. Both sources test the clock radio, and iLounge.com is particularly useful for the numerous illustrations that accompany its reviews. Amazon.com is a good spot for user reviews.

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Our Sources

1. iLounge.com

Jeremy Horwitz strongly recommends the iHome iP90, saying it's made some clear improvements over previous versions. He has a few complaints about the remote, but otherwise he says it's a good choice among iPod clock radios.

Review: IHome iP90 Dual-Alarm Clock Radio for iPod and iPhone, Jeremy Horwitz, May 28, 2010

2. CNET

The iHome iP90 iPod clock radio earns a very good rating from CNET. Like most iPod clock radios, audio quality is not stellar and it's best to avoid high volumes. That said, David Carnoy thinks the iP90 accomplishes its alarm clock functions very well.

Review: IHome iP90 (Silver), David Carnoy, June 2, 2010

3. BlastMagazine.com

BlastMagazine.com, a Boston-based online magazine, reviews the iHome iP90. Mike Preble reports decent sound quality, with little distortion and loud volume overall. Like other reviewers, he thinks the clock radio is overly large.

Review: IHome iP90 Review, Mike Preble, Aug. 10, 2010

4. Phonedog.com

Noah Kravitz appreciates the iHome iP90's design, including the dimmable backlight and intuitive controls. However, the 11-inch-wide clock radio is big for a nightstand.

Review: IHome iP90 iPhone Clock Radio Review, Noah Kravitz, June 9, 2010

5. Amazon.com

The iHome iP90 enjoys an overall 4-star rating after comments from more than 30 reviewers. Most users are pleased with the clock radio and are impressed with the sound quality. A few reviewers report reliability complaints.

Review: IHome iP90 Dual Alarm Clock Radio with AM/FM Presets and Dock for iPod and iPhone, Contributors to Amazon.com

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