With the new "iTV" coming out just around the corner from Apple, many people have begun asking if they can enjoy the features of the iTV with their iPod. With the new WiDock from Silex, you can. At first, it appears to be a regular docking station for your iPod, but with wireless connectivity, audio and S-Video line-out, and a sleek "Apple" looking design, it can greatly enhance your iPod and TV experience.
Many people attribute the iPod to just a music player, something that it does very well. For many years, this was the case. The bundled iTunes software made adding your favorite music easy for any consumer using either a Mac or a PC.
With the newer 5th generation iPods, video was introduced and became a feature that people found to be useful and just as easy to use as music. At first glance, just using the small 2 inch screen hardly gives any movie or video justice, but when connected up to a TV or projector, you can view all your favorite movies, TV shows, and more.
Wouldn't it only make sense to extend those capabilities to a television or media center wirelessly? With the Silex WiDock, you can easily transmit all your favorite media wirelessly over a secure 802.11b/g network. While connected, you can control your iPod with the standard Apple remote, making this an ideal solution to purchase iTunes media and watch or listen to you iPod in the comfort of a living room.
The WiDock features an S-Video out port as well as the standard RCA jack out and can connect to your Mac or PC using either 10/100 wired Ethernet or 802.11b/g wireless technology. While your iPod is connected to the dock, it charges and is ready to be used anytime you're ready to take it with you.
Don't let the description fool you, the dock will also work with the iPod Nano, iPod Video, iPod Photo, and any other iPod with a dock-connector. As easy to use installation program comes with each WiDock to make the process of connecting your iPod simple and straightforward.
So if you're looking for a great way to rid yourself of the wires and use your iPod in ways similar to the upcoming "iTV", the widock is a perfect addition to any media center.
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