iHome - FM Docking Dual-Alarm Clock Radio with Apple Watch Charger - Black
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Description
Features
Play back audio files and charge your device at the same time
A Lightning dock lets you connect most Lightning-enabled Apple iPhone and iPod models.
Apple Watch Charger
Charge up your devices at night.
Bluetooth technology
Along with a built-in microphone, enables use as a hands-free speakerphone for most Bluetooth-enabled mobile phones.
FM radio
Lets you enjoy your favorite stations.
Auto dimming display
Adjustable for ideal brightness.
Dual-alarm clock
Allows you to wake to the radio, alarm or audio from your Bluetooth-enabled or docked Lightning device. Snooze affords you a few extra minutes of sleep, while the crescendo alarm gets louder gradually for a gentle wake-up.
Auxiliary input
Provides simple connection of a host of portable audio devices.
1-amp powered USB port
Provides a rapid charge for most USB-powered devices. Gives you opportunity to charge compatible devices wirelessly.
Battery backup
Helps you stay on schedule in the event of a power outage.
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What's Included
iHome FM Docking Dual-Alarm Clock Radio with Apple Watch Charger
CR2450 battery
100V-240V AC adapter
Owner's manual
General
- Product NameFM Docking Dual-Alarm Clock Radio with Apple Watch Charger
- BrandiHome
- Model NumberIPLWBT5BC
- ColorBlack
- Color CategoryBlack
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 year
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 year
Other
- Product Width4.65 inches
- Product Height4.1 inches
- Product Depth4.1 inches
- Product Weight0.97 pounds
- Charges MP3 PlayerYes
- MP3 Player ConnectableYes
- MP3 Player Dock IncludedYes
- Display TypeDigital
- Batteries IncludedYes
- Battery BackupYes
- Power SourceBattery-powered/Plug-in
- Rechargeable BatteryNo
- Battery SizeButton
- Number of Batteries Required1
- Tuner Type(s)FM only
- Input(s)3.5mm audio, USB
- Snooze FunctionYes
- App CompatibleYes
- UPC047532910773
Customer reviews
Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 528 reviews
(528 customer reviews)to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Stellar Clock & Dock
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I got it on the premise that I needed to consolodate my device charging down to one unit that only uses one outlet as opposed to the three chargers I previously used. It delivers a solid charge, it provides great sound quality for its diminutive size, and it has a clock on it...something I haven’t had in a while (which sounds silly, I know). If you’re an Apple consumer and you want a decent dock to keep on your nightstand, I highly recommend it.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Works amazing
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love it so easy to use and well equipped, and well made
I would recommend this to a friendRated 4 out of 5 stars
It's like it has a mind of its own.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This clock radio/charging station does everything I purchased it to do: It does everything I've always counted on a clock radio for; it provides the charging connections for an iPhone, an Apple watch, and one more USB-connected item of your choice (eliminating several stands and cables that used to take up space); and it offers listening options I appreciate, like going to sleep listening to a radio station, waking up on weekdays to a song of my choosing, and waking up on weekends to a playlist I put together just for that purpose. Now, if only it would stop doing additional things that I never asked for. The unbidden brightening and dimming of the clock isn't terribly annoying. I notice it sometimes if I'm awake during the night, but it has never awakened me. The sudden, unexpected source-switch, from radio to "dock" (resulting in silence because the phone in the dock isn't set up to play anything) is inexplicable, but it's not that big of a deal to reach over and set the source back to radio, since paying attention to the music is what I was there to do. Unacceptably irritating, though, is the occasional repeating alarm, which brings back the music I stopped when I got out of bed and walked away. I didn't hit "snooze," I hit the power-off button, but several minutes later--when I'm not listening, and have walked away from the radio--the music starts back up. I return to press the power-off button again, and again, a few minutes later, the music from my playlist restarts. The only way to make it stop is to either remove my phone from the dock, or turn off the alarm (which I prefer to leave on, since it's programmed for all five weekdays precisely so I don't have to remember to turn it on for five nights in a row.). This doesn't happen every morning. It doesn't even happen often enough that I regret my purchase. When it does happen, though, it is incredibly frustrating.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from iHome
Posted .Press and release the Alarm Button at any time to review the current alarm
settings. To toggle the alarm on or off, press the Alarm Button as needed.
When the alarm icon is displayed, the alarm is armed/on.
Press the Power Button or Alarm Button when the alarm is sounding to
reset it to come on again at the same time the next scheduled day. (For
example, if your alarm schedule is set to Wake Weekday and you reset the
alarm on Friday, it will come on again on Monday, not on Saturday.)
Thank you for your feedback.
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great Combo for the Price
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I was eye balling this unit for a while now since it would charge my Apple Watch and my iPhone XS Max and was a little weary because of my case (Apple Smart Battery Case) because I didn't know if the dock would fit it but it did!! The unit device itself can play audio from the dock, bluetooth, AUX cord (included w/ unit), for FM radio and charge an iPhone, Apple Watch and other USB devices as it has a USB port on the device. The setup was super simple as the time and date set itself through the iPhone itself through plugging it into the dock and the unit firmware is updateable through an app from the AppStore Audio wise the speakers are superb!! They have the right amount of base to them and they can play LOUD. My only dislike from the unit itself is the you cannot play audio through it while using an Apple Smart Battery case. I reached out to iHome and they responded within minutes stating "You need to remove the case when docking the iPhone in the unit. The battery cases are impeding the connection of the phone" which I certainly think is bogus but it is what it is. Over all I like the device but I give it 4 stars because of the issue with the smart battery issue which shouldn't be an issue since these smart battery devices have been around for 4+ years now...
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from iHome
Posted .Thank you for the detailed review. We are happy to hear how pleased you are with the unit. Enjoy your iHome experience.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent Product
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The iHome Alarm Clock/kRadio is very well constructed and functions very well and is ideal for Apple devices. This device has eliminated three separate charging devices as it charges my Apple Watch, iPhone and has a USB connection I use for my iPad. It is very handy and ideal for charging my devices before going to bed. The alarm functions are great and easy to set after reading the instructions. The audio quality is very good. The only thing to be aware of is the alarm tone volume is not adjustable and a little on the low side in terms of volume. If using the radio or iPhone, the volume can be adjusted to what ever volume desired. Having said that, I use the alarm tone and it has never failed to wake me but that could vary from person to person. The time is easy to read and has an adjustable brightness. Overall a great product, I think.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from iHome
Posted .Thank you for Sharing your iHome experience.
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Nice product
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.So all in all this is a pretty great product with nice features as advertised. I will however say that upon unboxing I did notice right away that this is smaller than I thought it would be. Pictures (for me) were a little deceiving. Not bad though. Also it says that it should be able to charge iPhones via the lightning connector even through "most" phone cases. I had a slim Otterbox case and it did not really fit. I ultimately had to get another case (specifically an iHome brand case) and sure enough it fit just fine. So please beware ahead of time for this specifically. Otherwise you can always bypass the dock connector and simply charge your device via the USB port in the back of the radio. So at least there's the flexibility there. Apple watch charging...no complaints. I do very much like the bluetooth and speakerphone option with this product. Sound quality is good and can get pretty loud which is nice. And probably one of the best things about this is the ever popular iHome exclusive feature where the time is set automatically on the clock when you dock your iPhone. So convenient, especially if the power goes out you can just reset to the correct time in a second. I do like that the dock lightning connector is flexible and it can tilt forward to accommodate your device and/or case. I will definitely be keeping this, although I will say that in my opinion it was a little overpriced for the longest time. It was advertised on the BestBuy.com website for $129.99 and I waited until it went on sale for $99.99. Otherwise I probably would not have paid full price for it, or if I did I would have probably returned it.Even $99.99 was a lot but I'm getting used to it and it's features. It would be nice if the buttons on top were backlit like the comparable iHome model IDL44. Regardless, this is certainly a nice clock radio with neat and useful features.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from iHome
Posted .We apologize for that minor inconvenience and thank you for taking time to review our product in detail.
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Everything good except volume control
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I considered this alarm clock a very good value when I figured the cost of the components needed to charge an Apple watch or a phone. Frankly, I love everything about the alarm clock, except one thing, The device does not permit you to set the radio volume below a certain level. I like to be awakened by a local radio station. The problem is, the volume cannot be set less than a level 5. Now if level 5 was a faint level, that would be great. But level 5 is somewhat loud. I'm hard of hearing and I consider it loud. It can be jolting to have the alarm go off. The only reason I didn't return it was because I like all of it's other features. Why the designers felt they couldn't trust the owner to set minimum volume levels...I do not understand.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from iHome
Posted .We apologize for that minor inconvenience and thank you for taking time to review our product. We will pass your comments along to the design team.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best Alarm Clock For iPhone/Apple Watch Owners!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have to say, I bought this on a whim after forgetting to put my Apple Watch on the charging stand I have set up downstairs but I have been really happy with this. I like that it has dual alarms like my old alarm, it automatically updates the time when you put your phone on the cradle, and that it has the Apple Watch charger right there. I have not forgotten since and all the functions of the alarm work great. Be sure to fully unwind the FM antenna wire if you are going to use the radio for your wake up. All static when I first turned it on, but with it deployed I get super clear reception. Also, the auto adjusting brightness for the display can be a little wonky at times. Considering turning that off. Other than that though, I'm very happy with this purchase.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from iHome
Posted .Thank you for sharing your iHome experience.We value customer input.
Q: QuestionCan you adjust the brightness of the display?
Asked by JK.
- A:Answer Yes, there are 8 levels of brightness controlled by the Snooze/Dimmer button.
Answered by iHome
Q: QuestionDoes it have the 2-5-7 day alarm choice setting?
Asked by Di.
- A:Answer Yes it does. It's very nice!
Answered by Melody
Q: QuestionI don't have an Apple Watch. Do you think it would be worth me buying? Or is there one like this without the watch charging?
Asked by Mel.
- A:Answer You do not need an apple watch for this unit. There are many other great features like: -Play back audio files and charge your device at the same time. -Along with a built-in microphone, enables use as a hands-free speakerphone for most Bluetooth-enabled mobile phones. -Provides a rapid charge for most USB-powered devices. Gives you opportunity to charge compatible devices wirelessly. And much more...
Answered by iHome
Q: QuestionIf someone calls, will the phone ring while it is charging on the dock station or does it only vibrate?
Asked by Jenn.
- A:Answer Yes. As long as the phone rings for at least 10 seconds and the phone is set to ring. If the phone is set to vibrate there will be no ringing sound through the speakers.
Answered by iHome
Q: QuestionHow do you turn off one of the alarms? I only need one alarm and both lights are always on.
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer Go to the button for the unwanted alarm and press it twice. The first time brings up the alarm information and the second time cancels it.
Answered by iHome
Q: QuestionDoes this allow you to dock your phone with a Lifeproof Fre Power case on your phone?
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer The phone must be removed from your case in order to fit into the docking station.
Answered by JerseyJean
Q: QuestionWill an iPhone XR with an Otterbox Symmetry case fit without removing the case?
Asked by Dave.
- A:Answer It’s capable of charging your phone, shouldnt be any different than what I have which is the X but I’m not certain with the case you are asking about tho. I’ve been been able to charge my phone with all different types of cases but the one I currently have which is a loopy case, I have to remove every time. Hope this helps.
Answered by Dsherrill80