Altec Lansing iM-237 Orbit Ultraportable Speaker for MP3 Players (Silver) | 
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| Brand: Altec Lansing
Category: CE
List Price: $39.95
Buy New: $25.97
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Rating:  7 reviews
Color: Silver
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Number Of Items: 1
Batteries: 3
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3
Dimensions (in): 3.4 x 5.5 x 6
MPN: iMT237
Model: iMT237
UPC: 021986955825
EAN: 0021986955825
ASIN: B001ELK2NY
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Compatibility: all MP3 players; iPod mini; iPod nano 1G, 2G, 3G, 4G; iPod classic 1G, 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, 5.5G, 6G; iPod touch 1G, 2G | | • | Conveniently connects to any music player with 3.5-mm connection and music phones with 2.5-mm adapter (included) | | • | Single up-firing neodymium driver provides sound in a 360-degree pattern to easily share the music | | • | Compact size and battery power for maximum portability; LED indicates power on/off and battery status | | • | Wrap around cable storage |
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Amazon.com Product Description--Posted September 12, 2008
The compact, portable iM-237 Orbit M speaker system is an ideal way to share your MP3, CD player, music-enabled phone, or laptop tunes anytime, anywhere. Slip it out of your pocket or purse for an instant audio broadcast. Just plug and play--the incredible, full-bodied, 360-degree sound will blow you away with its clarity and range. At the park, at a party, or just at your desk, it's a great companion for your favorite music device when you want to share your tunes with friends or need a break from headphone wires. And, with its long battery life, the music keeps playing well into the night.  The compact, portable iM-237 Orbit M speaker system is an ideal way to share your MP3, CD player, music-enabled phone, or laptop tunes anytime, anywhere. Click to enlarge. |  Full-bodied, 360-degree sound that will amaze your friends with its clarity and range. Click to enlarge. |  Includes a protective carrying case. Click to enlarge. |
Share Your Tunes--Anytime, Anywhere Incredible Volume and Clarity
Enjoy clear, distortion-free sound wherever you need it. A single up-firing neodymium driver provides sound in a 360-degree pattern for impressive sound in all directions. Total Connectivity
Easily connects to portable CD players, MP3 players, music-enabled phones, laptops, and other audio devices, including iPod and iPhone. Conveniently connects to any music player with a 3.5-mm connection and most music phones with the 2.5-mm adapter (included). Portable, Rugged Design
Handles whatever your mobile lifestyle dishes out. Plus, the Orbit's wrap-around design protects cord and connector. Just wrap it up and go. And its compact size fits any bag or pocket. Battery Powered
Take it with you anywhere, no AC required. Plays up to 24 hours on 3 AAA batteries (included). The LED indicates power on/off and battery status. What's in the Box
Altec Lansing iM-237 Orbit M speaker with 3.5-mm connector, 2.5-mm adapter, protective case, 3 AAA batteries, user's guide, and quick connect card
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| Customer Reviews: Read 2 more reviews...
 So far so good November 28, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I was looking for a small portable, lightweight, alkaline battery-powered speaker I could easily toss into a suitcase and take on travel to play in hotel rooms when I didn't want to wear headphones, and also have something to play at work occasionally. After looking at a few different portable speakers I settled on this given the price, size and favorable ratings of its predecessor and the trustworthiness of the brand name. I was pretty surprised at how clear, crisp and sharp the vocals sounded on practically every "reference" song I tried it out on, even at higher volumes. I actually think its a good deal crisper than my Bose on this score, and certainly better than my JBL sound stage. Driven up to the highest volume there is transistor-like distortion, and some distortion at lower volumes in songs with more bass. On most songs played at low to medium-high volume levels (tested on rock, alternative, pop, classical for the most part) it nicely filled my home office and I could hear it loud and clear from the first floor, and I expect it will perform just as well at work if not better, as I can't turn it up nearly as loud there as I do at home.
I am knocking off a star because the battery compartment door does not snap shut and tends to fall off at the slightest nudge. If there's a secret to making it stay on I don't know it - there were no instructions included with this intuitive plug and play unit, and really none needed. Others might find the lack of an iPod dock and short cord to be an issue; these didn't concern me. I found the sound quality to be better when I propped the unit up on an angle - nearly standing up straight - inside the carrying case. For the price, if you're just looking for something lightweight and small to fill a small to medium size room with pretty good quality sound with little distortion, the Altec Lansing Orbit is a good bet.
 Solid Little Speaker November 25, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is the deluxe 2nd edition of a very good concept, portable and lightweight amplifier. The sound is big and it comes with a nice case. The headphone jack is small enough to fit in the original iPhone, making it an excellent speakerphone, too. Very satisfied.
It's good. As an iPhone/iPod user, I prefer iMainGo. November 18, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I'm not looking for perfect audio. I'm just looking for something really compact that I can take with me into the field and have a small party. I had been using an iMainGo with my iPod for quite awhile and was really happy with it. But it wasn't so great for use with my iPhone (as the phone wouldn't fit well inside) and at some point, my portable sound system was stolen from my luggage at the Tucson airport. (never mind the security locks on the luggage!!!). I wasn't able to replace the iMainGo, so I tried a few portable speakers and this wheel-shaped thing seemed to be the best. I've been very happy with the sound quality. I'd simply add that it is not as compact as the iMainGo and that the iMainGo sounds almost as good to my ears. I've ordered an iMainGo2 (fits the iPhone) and will switch back to it as long as it sounds ok. I should add that plenty of iPhone/iPod users rave about the iMainGo/iMainGo2... for its sound quality and compact nature.
Very happy with it November 13, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I bought one of these to play music from my iPhone during a vacation. I used it outdoors by the swimming pool for about a week. Went through only one set of batteries (AAA). My friends and I were consistently impressed with the sound that came out of this little speaker; it's surprisingly loud and clear.
I figured when I bought it that it was basically a throw-away. Not so. It's a good little speaker that fits the bill.
40% better than the iM-207 October 30, 2008
20 out of 20 found this review helpful
I bought an iM-207 and an iM-237 at the same time, curious to see what the difference was.
The 207 is roughly 25% smaller and comes with a 1/8 to 3/32 stereo adapter, is designed to function sitting with the speaker pointing upward or will sit at a slight angle back on its side. I think it is money well spent- compared to the same amount I spent 3 years ago on one of those fold-up cube type dual speakers. In comparison to that fold-up cube, I think the sound is like 3 times better: quality-wise and volume-wise. The iM-207 lacks an LED that lets you know if the power is switched on, so you might drain the batteries out if you forget to turn it off after you unplug your player unit. It turns on and off by rotating the outer chrome ring-not a smooth switch at all compared to a rocker, slider or push button. Now on to the iM-237: a bit more stylish than its predecessor the iM-207 and at a price that is 130% more. It comes with a swanky padded and zippered carrying case with a mini carabiner clip and a tether that can be attached to the speaker to secure it to your wrist or hang it on the wall, it doesn't have a 1/8th to 3/32 adapter. the sound is cleaner than the 207, more defined at both ends and easier to listen to and has more volume. I wouldn't say the sound is twice as good though- I'd say more like 40% better. I'm not an acoustical engineer and don't have the audio equipment to evaluate the quality on any emperical basis. The iM-237 does have a nice green LED to let you know the power is on and a simple push button on/off button (which is vulnerable to accidental activation) the cord conceals neatly in a winder molding in the base and secures the plug well- a little too well, it's hard to get it out if you don't have long fingernails! I'd say value wise the 207 has a better quality to dollar value, however if you prize sound quality then go for the iM-237.
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