Are you one of those persons who simply can't stay away for too long from his/her all-time favorite gadget/music player, the iPod? Not even while going for a swim in the pool or while showering (in some cases, that's one lucky iPod)? Well, if that's the case, you should consider getting yourselves one of the devices that you're about to see as follows, namely the Ego Waterproof Sound Case from Atlantic.

First of all, I must mention the fact that this is not your average waterproof iPod case. Thus, the Ego Waterproof Sound Case also features waterproof speakers and sealed base venting ports, and is rugged enough to be thrown around in a pool and float at the surface of the water. Moreover, the system is compatible with the most popular recent iPod models, including the 4th and 5th generation photo and video iPods, as well as the iPod Mini and Nano, and is extremely easy to use (I'd say it's also idiotproof, not just waterproof), since all the users have to do is place the iPod in the main compartment, connect it to the universal dock and close the clamps.

Here are some of the most important features and specifications the Ego Waterproof Sound Case from Atlantic has to offer:

- dimensions: 24.9 cm x 4.6 cm x 16.5 cm;
- weight: 930 grams;
- power: 4 AA batteries:
- battery life: up to 30 hours;
- amplifier output: 6 W RMS;
- speaker unit: custom designed waterproof speaker unit with 45 mm neodymium drivers;
- features: waterproof click membrane for a truly "iPodic" experience;
- includes: rubber bumper guards for optimum protection.

The device is available on the market for a whooping 200 US dollars, which is too much for my taste. I'd rather keep my iPod dry by other means and use the money in order to buy 200 songs from iTunes.

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