Logitech mm22 portable speakers for iPod
Starting at: $55.00
CNET Editors' Review
CNET Editors' Rating
- Reviewed by: James Kim
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The good: Compact; affordable; works with any MP3 player; protective travel case; battery operated.
The bad: Flimsy and somewhat unattractive design; volume buttons can be difficult to access; no extra features such as a remote control.
The bottom line: They're not the prettiest speakers designed for the iPod, but they get the job done at a reasonable price.
Right away, you'll notice the mm22's ... Expand full review
Right away, you'll notice the mm22's cheap construction quality. It's the combination of light, white plastic; a long, rounded form factor; and an adjustable metal stand that gives the speaker set a tchotchkelike feel. At about 9 by 2.2 by 1.5 inches and weighing 12 ounces with batteries, the mm22 isn't the prettiest set we've seen, but it's plenty useful as a portable method for amplifying audio from your iPod or other audio device. It turns out that the iPod-white mm22 can also be used with any audio device with a headphone/line-out jack, including a computer. And the plastic clip-on iPod holder (which comes in three sizes to fit the third- or fourth-generation model, the Photo, and the Mini) can accommodate other like-size MP3 players; they just won't match the speakers.
From the closed position, both the left and right speakers flip out like arms, while the metal stand rotates out to provide solid footing. Each speaker includes two grille-less micro drivers that shine silver and seem to taunt young children to push them in. Indeed, they look like speakers for kids since they lack the sleek design sensibilities of similar offerings from JBL, Altec Lansing, or Bose. But remember that the nicer speakers cost at least twice as much as the mm22.
User Reviews
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"Great concept. Poor Base response. Returned" By robcomptec
Pros: Great concept
Cons: Poor base response
Summary: I thought, "a Logitech product, folding, compact speakers, to be used with my iPod".
So, I shopped, and got them on a great deal.
However, after connecting them to my iPod, I wondered "where did the base response go?"
I was bummed enough to return them (even though they wouldn'... Expand full review
"Excellent speakers for the money!" By Paintnut
Pros: Inexpensive speakers, compact, carrying case, excellent mids-his, great battery life, can be used with anything containing a 1/8 inch minijack
Cons: Little/no bass, input plug difficult to access
Summary: If you find a good deal on these speakers, ($25-35), buy them. They're not made to replace your current home theater system, nor are they meant to; but they're great for traveling, picnics, or other places where you won't be near an outlet.
Their compact design allows ... Expand full review
Specifications
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- Speaker type: Portable speakers
- Connectivity Technology: Wired
- Color: White
