Sony Details Several New iPod/iPhone Docks

Sony Europe has revealed several new smart clock radios with an iPod/iPhone charging/playback dock that will be available this Spring. The new ICF-DS11iP and ICF-C05iP are another evolution of Sony’s commitment to bringing quality, inexpensive solutions that enhance your first moments of the day. I have always thought that Sony made great devices in this category for a long time – I think that most of the modern world has seen a Sony alarm clock (or Dream Machine) somewhere. Here’s some more information:

The ICF-C05iP is extremely lightweight, simple, and reminds me of something I would see in a hotel room or office. I believe the price for this dock will be fairly low which could be great for those out there not wanting to pony up a bunch for this type of device. Aside from its iPod/iPhone dock with charging functionalities, the ICF-C05iP has an alarm like the DS11iP, FM tuner with 20 presets, brightness control and sleep timer.

The ICF-DS11iP is a great addition to their similarly styled docks I’ve seen before, and I think its smarter this generation with the enhanced green LCD display. It looks great, and works really anywhere in the house. Dual alarm function works for many people that is flexible by having the option to play music and videos from the iPod or iPhone, AM/FM radio, or buzzer. It would have been nice to add some nature sounds, though. The quality of the speakers are about as what you would imagine from a device like this, but can definitely get loud if necessary with a larger speaker cone and 3.5W + 3.5W power as well as MEGA BASS to color the sound. A remote is included and sleep timer is also an option that will turn your music off and allow you a silent sleep.