( 10 reviews )
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Posted: May 20 2009
I can verify that this Bluetooth transmitter works extremely well with the iPhone 3G. I use the transmitter with my Motorola Motorokr Bluetooth headset which, by the way, does NOT work with Motorola's own transmitter.
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Posted: Mar 1 2009
This product and it's related receiver are very inefficient and beyond 4' do not work at all. I can not recommend any of the Zoom for ipod products and would suggest researching for better manufacturers.
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Posted: Jan 29 2009
The Zoom iHifi Bluetooth transmitter for iPod is a relatively small box that you attach to your iPod's dock connector and allows you to connect stereo bluetooth headphones. It supports the common A2DP and AVCRP profiles, which means it's capable of processing the controls available on most bluetooth stereo headsets: previous track, next track, play, pause. Unlike most other bluetooth adapters, it does not contain a battery but rather draws power from the iPod itself. In my opinion this is much more desirable as it is one less gadget you need to worry about recharging and carrying yet another proprietary charger for. In several weeks of use with several iPods (60GB 5G, nano 2G, touch 2G) I haven't noticed a significant power drain on the battery. When used with the 2nd generation iPod touch, it is capable of coexisting with the Nike+ system; I use it regularly for running and it has no problem communicating with the shoe sensor. The transmitter was able to pair with all my bluetooth stereo headphones (I have models from Soyo, Kyocera, Philips and Motorola). The bottom of the transmitter features a mini-USB pass-through connector which allows you to charge or sync your iPod using a standard mini-USB cord. Connection quality is generally excellent, although like many other Bluetooth devices any obstacle between the transmitter and the receiver can cause interruptions, even if the obstacle is a body part, so positioning is critical. Some headphones perform better than others in this regard, and I'm not sure this is a specific problem with this device. PROS - easy pairing - good performance - built-in, easy access volume controls - pass through standard mini-USB connector - no built-in battery hassle CONS - a little on the bulky side (but not as much as some competitors) - obstructs headphone port on some iPods (not a major issue since you're using it to avoid using corded headphones) - the choice of mini-USB instead of iPod docking connector pass-through standard prevents daisy-chaining of standard iPod cable, charger, Nike+ receiver In conclusion, this transmitter is well designed, convenient and works well. Recommended.
