Among the ever-increasing number of “made for iPod/iPhone” home and office gadgets, docks have a strong, dominant position, as almost any manufacturer has created at least one item in the series. Now, how cool would an iPod/iPhone clock be? Sony's got an answer for this question, and its name is ICF-CD3iP, by all means one of the world's most feature-loaded table clocks.

If you're looking for a gadget to boast a heap of functions and features, retailing for an affordable price, easy to operate and with elegant, precious looks, the ICF-CD3iP from Sony is definitely on the winners' list.

The Sony ICF-CD3iP has them all: it's a nifty table clock which can very well be found at your bedside, in your living room and even in your office, boasting a dock for your iPod and iPhone and even more to it. You also get a high-quality CD player, dual alarms, a radio, a charger for your Apple gadgets, all for around $100. I know it looks like a ridiculously low price for such a mix of handy features, yet the Sony ICF-CD3iP is about to hit the stores soon and you'll convince yourselves of its capabilities.

I must add that the dual alarms can be set for both your clock and Apple devices simultaneously, and this is truly convenient. On the visual side, the Sony ICF-CD3iP boasts a large negative screen with black background and white, easy-to-read lettering, telling the week day and all the info associated with the functions: alarm, radio frequency, CD track and time, etc.

Speaking of the CD player, it will handle CDA and CD-RW, while also being capable of playing MP3 files. Assorted with a Line In jack and 30 radio station presets, the Sony ICF-CD3iP comes with an intuitive wireless remote control increasing even further your comfort in using this complex dock.

The Sony ICF-CD3iP is due this October; and once more, the price will be around $100. Great for a gift and great for yourselves, too!

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